Lots to talk about...

Jackson is feeling better!! He's crankier and fussier than he's ever been (minus his first month of life)... and still has a runny nose, but he's better. Thank God for that.

I mailed Jackson's invitations out yesterday. His first birthday is quickly approaching, so I mailed out the invites early... Mostly cuz it's over Memorial Day weekend and I know people make plans, so I wanted to send early... We're having the party in Northwest Arkansas cuz that's where most of our family and friends and I just think it's easier.... I sent out invitations to people who I thought would want to come... If you didn't get an invite, and you'd like to come - just let me know!! :)


I owe Ryan $10 again. Dang it. I really like I'll be there next week though - and if I can lose 4 lbs next week, I get to gain back my $10. So far, he's up $20. I have been working out a lot and eating great, so I know it's just a matter of time.. I'm not going to get discouraged. Only 3 pounds until I am at my pre-baby weight! YAY! Shoot!!

I ran 5 miles yesterday!!! This is an all time record for me... Cuz even though I've ran 2 10K's (6.2 mi) - I always stopped and walked a couple times... So this time was 5 miles NO STOPPING and UP THOSE FREAKIN' HILLS TOO!! Our neighborhood is bad for hills, so I've been trying to train w/ the hills cuz I know it only makes me that much better (and works my booty). So needless to say, I am HUGELY proud of myself for pushing myself... I always tell Ryan that it's funny cuz when I run - I talk myself out of stopping at least 5 times. I say "ok.. as soon as I get to that 2nd mile, I'll stop and walk for a sec." Or "when I get up this hill, I'm going to walk for 1 minute.. that won't be too bad." But then as soon as I get up that hill or whatever, I say "no - it's over now.. just keep going." I'm sure if someone was listening to my thoughts, they would think I'm nuts.

Anyway - Jackson and I went to swim class yesterday and took a pic w/ our new buddies Amanda and Noah. :) Swim class is fun, but mommy has to get a new bathing suit - suitable for a mommy... I haven't been in this position before! haha.