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Snippet of conversation heard in a bar this weekend:
Female Bartender: Are you talking about those lines you get around your mouth from smoking?
Me: Yes.
FB: I’ve been smoking since I was 15. I’m going to be 40 this year.
Me: Congratulations! That’s really healthy of you. You must be proud.
Funny…that was the end of her wanting to chat.
It was a lazy evening at home for Boy and Girl. She was watching TV, he was playing on the computer. Hey, Boy says, let’s go to *special place* this year. We talked about it all last summer and never went. Sure, that sounds good! Girl replies. Let’s go for the first weekend it opens which happens to be Cinco de Mayo, and it’s always a big party weekend there, Boy continues. Ok, whatever works, Girl says.
The day of departure to *special place* dawns sunny and crisp. They pack warm clothes, and their bikes and set off on a small road trip to the destination. Upon arrival, Boy and Girl check into their hotel, drop off their luggage, and set off on their bikes. It’s a little colder there, and windier, but the physical activity of biking keeps them warmer than the weak sunshine.
They bike around to the tourist sites – some natural, some manmade. At one point, Boy and Girl have to climb a set of stairs to reach *special place’s* highest point. They make the climb and enjoy the view, appreciating the moment of rest after the biking and climb. Girl turns to go, but Boy takes her by the arms. Girl, thinking he wants to kiss or something, turns and looks at Boy questioningly. Boy looks down at his hand. Girl also looks down, spots the small gold and diamond ring perched at the tip of Boy’s finger, and her eyes fly back up to meet Boy’s. Boy says, Would you like to spend the rest of your life with me? Girl says, enthusiastically, YES! Then they kiss. Boy explains about the ring: It’s my mom’s original engagement ring. It’s only meant as a place holder until we buy one for you. I didn’t want to pick out something you wouldn’t like.
Later, in the hotel room, after Boy surprises Girl with a bottle of wine and cheese and crackers, he mentions how surprised he is she didn’t cry. Girl confesses she was too shocked to cry. Then she does.
Later, Girl questions Boy about his proposal. Boy explains, Some people don’t consider marriage to be permanent, so I didn’t want to ask you to just marry me. I wanted you to know that I intend to spend the rest of my life with you, and want to be sure you want the same.
Later, Boy and Girl find perfect diamond and perfect setting to make a perfect engagement ring.
And they’ll live happily ever after.
I’m feeling good today. Worked out first thing this morning because I have an appointment this afternoon, and won’t be able to make it to the gym.
I like working out. Whether at the gym or, weather permitting, outdoors it’s just such a great way to relieve stress. Not to mention keep my love of M&M’s and chocolate chip cookies in check. Oh, and pizza. Lasagna. Cake. I love food.
My favorite exercise is walking. I love walking. There are days I feel like I could just start walking and not quit until I’m a state or two away. I can do it in the gym or outside. On a sidewalk or on a dirt trail. With the sun shining or a few inches of snow on the ground. I can do it alone to give my thoughts a workout or with someone else to give my voice a workout. Walking is good.
My second favorite is probably my toning class. I love having strength, and being able to do “real” push ups. I like that even though my thighs might be bigger than I like, they are also strong (helps with walking). Yes, I get sweaty and sore, but it’s all good.
I like the spinning class I take – even tho I can never “stand” as long as the instructor does. I love biking outdoors. Especially this time of year when the leaves are fiery colors and crunch under the tires as I roll along.
I also run, take a yoga class sometimes, use the elliptical machine (usually if I feel like watching TV), and golf. I would like to try rock climbing. And, since I just found out E used to play, maybe take a tennis lesson or two.
