Okay, I’ve officially been M.I.A. I hate it. And I’m sorry.
I have been so busy at work. BJ told me he “doesn’t even know who I am” since I’ve been working so much! Not that I’m a slacker, because I promise that I’m not, but I’ve had so much going on that I’ve even been working when I get home! Let’s just say that’s not very typical of me (and leave it at that). The cool news is that I’ve been working on an awesome ENERGY STAR campaign for EPA (EPA is my client) – but the deadline got pushed up 2.5 months – and we have been running around like crazy! When the campaign launches on September 1, I’ll be sure let everyone know.
On a cooler (or hotter) note, BJ and I went to Florida last weekend and had a blast. My family lives on the beach and it’s the best little beach town ever. I love home! (BJ and my best friend, AC, are pretty much the only reason(s) I live in Virginia!)
Above: MP, LP, KP, KP Jr. and JP – the whole “P” family
We did some good working out on our mini-vaca. BJ, KP (my little sis) and I ran a couple of times (thank God I brought my Camel Bak) – including a beach run and a causeway run (the only hills in FL are the causeways aka the bridges that take you mainland to beachside). On Saturday morning, BJ and I woke up early and did an ocean swim. It was great – and as soon as we got in the water, we saw 2 dolphin swimming – it was so cool! We also have the most awesome family dog ever – LBM – or little brother Max (as we call him). He’s a yellow lab and too handsome for his own good. We took him to the beach everyday because he loves to play in the ocean and catch his whatever-toy-we-took-to-the-beach toy. It’s a blast to watch him in the water – he’s literally hilarious.
So, part of the reason we went to Florida was because AC’s little brother got married – he’s practically my brother, too – so it was so much fun to be a part of their special day. I’ll get mushy for 1.5 seconds and say: I wish them a lifetime of happiness! But, really, I do!
The only reason(s) I live in VA!
Now, back to my family. They are so awesome. It was just fun to hang out, swim in the pool, drink a couple of margaritas, go to the beach and spend time with my family. I am literally the luckiest MP in the world. I miss them already!
Also – more big news – I’ve decided to become a fitness instructor!! I’m working for this cool company called Custom Fitness Concepts – and teaching a Boot Camp M-F! This is my 1st week – but so far, so good. Eventually (like, when I am a wife with kids) I would love to be a personal trainer/fitness instructor/high school track coach. Until then, I’ll have to keep my government consulting job (dagger!).
I know, i know – this has been a random-hot-mess – but I had to blog about something because it’s been over one week and I’m having I RUN LIKE A GIRL (and margarita) withdrawal!
Happy Running!
Wow, lots going on! Congrats on being a fitness instructor! It's always really exciting and inspiring to help another with their fitness goals. Cool vacay pics too!
Wowzers, lots going on!
Sounds like a great trip with awesome family & friends.
Too cool that you decided to become a fitness instructor. Congratulations!
It was totally worth taking a break to see the fam! Looks like a great time. Florida rules, but I am obviously partial.
Go you on becoming a trainer! That's awesome. I bet you're great at it.
Have a good weekend. Get some rest!
Fitness instructor? Too cool! Are you still going to have time for running?? Hope so… go inspire and warp people's minds into running marathons… we need more crazy in the world.
Hey girl, Sounds like you have been super busy. Sounds like you also have been having fun. Great pics.
That's cool news about being a fitness instructor. You would be great at it!
Sounds like what I want out of life, too! Very cool about the boot camp!!
Congrats on the fitness instructor thing-sounds like a blast and the perfect gig for when you have kids. Awesome! My sister lives in FL so i can totally relate to LOVING to go down there and hang out. Except I hear it's much more enjoyable in the winter :). Great pics!