Life in the Fast Lane

So, I know I was totally inspired to get back into blogging on a more regular basis. But, this post is just to inform you that I will likely be posting few and far between for the next few months. We are juggling a lot of balls right now, and a few are going to have to drop- or I will.

My newest endeavor is exciting and I am really enjoying it, but it is super time consuming. I'm working on getting my certification to become a personal trainer! Personal Fitness is something that I have LONG been interested in and passionate about. As I looked forward a few years to trying to work part time while the kids are in preschool/kindergarten, personal training seemed like a great option because of the ability to choose my hours (and because I think I will love doing it). And, how incredible will it be to design programs to get people fit and healthy and creative positive and worthwhile exercise experiences?

Although I am excited about this possible career opportunity, I am scared. It is a risk for me and I worry about where I'll find a job and if I can get hired and work out a schedule that works for the whole family. Part of me is having a hard time letting go of my previous vision of immediately going back to teaching when Coranelle reached kindergarten. So, this is all new territory for me. I don't have all of the answers worked out. But, a wise person in my life advised me that I don't have to "have the whole picture painted before I even purchase a canvas". I can just start where I am at and see where it goes and enjoy the learning that comes along with it.

So- what does this have to do with blogging? Well, the certification course is a 12 week program and then I will have to take a proctored exam. Those of you who know me as a student know that I don't take this lightly. At all. I have 2 manuals- and they will be read word for word, highlighted, notes taken, re-read, referenced, and studied. One is 750 pages long. The other- well- is just hard stuff. This anatomy, kinesiology and physiology is a whole foreign world to me. Fascinating and important, but learning all the systems, muscles, bones, joints, calculating formulas, etc is not easy for someone who isn't science and math minded. So, all my "free time" will be spent studying. The remainder will spent helping with C's preschool, and trying to keep up with house and yard work while not dropping the ball completely in keeping up with friends, families, trips and fun days out. Oh, and then there's this 1/2 marathon that I'm signed up for in October that will require some training. (Which, BTW, I am, unfortunately now probably running on my own. If anyone is interested in joining me in the Rock N Roll 1/2 marathon in October, let me know). And, if it seems as if I am MIA, I am. But not to worry, I am excited to be taking on a new challenge and really hoping that I can turn this into a career that I would love and be passionate about!

If I find fun and meaningful quotes or tidbits, I'll still try to take the time to write them here. That's all for now! Enjoy the last of the summer!