Something new

Today was the first day of school for Fayette County.  For the first time, both boys are in school at the same facility.  I kind of didn't know what to do with myself.  I knew I had a dentist appointment at 10:30, but other than that I was free as a bird.

Instead of sitting around, waiting for something to do,  I decided to try a BarreAmped class at Elle Fitness.   www.ellefitnesslex.com  Oh.My.Word.  I was pleasantly surprised.  After a short warm-up, I say short even though I was already sweating, we headed to work at the bar.   AMAZING!! In that one hour class I feel as though I worked every part of my body and then some.  The poses were relatively easy, if you are 100lbs!!! At my weight, they're a challenge.  Balancing on my toes, knees wide, then tilting and tucking my lower abs and booty.  Needless to say, it was not attractive by any means, but I did feel a burn.  Lots of booty work, which I love and work with a ball (booty and abs).  I think this could be something I could see getting trained to do eventually.  Who knows?  But for now I'm just going to enjoy it.  The first class was free, but I will most certainly pay to return.  It is said results can be seen within 10 classes.  If that's the case then sign me up!  I have some time between now and the time of the new place opening, so why not?

On the flip side....the other day I was venting about parenting and how difficult it is.  Not feeling like a good mom and such.  I have to say I was actually commended the other day regarding my parenting skills.  As we approached the checkout lane at Target the other day, Alex proceeded to throw something on the belt. I believe it was a pack of gum.  I had okayed the gum, but it was how he went about placing it on the belt that I got upset.  I made him get the gum and place it gently where it belonged.  He started crying about not getting pokemon cards, and I reminded him of things he had bought with his money already.  I was about at my wits end when the little cashier said to me, "you have good parenting skills".  Holy cow! Are you kidding me? Thank heavens I've done something right.  It's not that I'm patting myself on the back or anything.  It's just that some days it's nice that other people see I am making an effort to control my kids and raise them well.

Speaking of kids....tomorrow I am going to spend a few hours in my younger son's classroom as a volunteer.  Currently I don't have anything else to do.  I will do a workout at home and then cut the grass.  I'm kind of enjoying the free time.

Happy Hump Day,
Renee