In Chicago, Spring typically doesn’t show up. If it does, it lasts for about three days and doesn’t appear until June 23rd. So this year has been a pleasant surprise! The trees are budding! Last year, the trees didn’t start budding until late May!
I’m loving it. Adam hates it. But he loves winter and I hate it. How’s that for “opposites attract”?
Yoga teacher training is still going. I took two quizzes yesterday, got a 94% on one and an 85% on the other. I still have butt loads of homework to complete, and my shoulders are kinda unhappy from a long day of chatarunga and upward facing dog. Monday we had an orientation, and it’s going to be super busy for the next thirteen months. So many classes to take and so much homework. Still, I keep telling myself that I’ll be OK. That I can handle it and to think about how much I love sharing all the knowledge I’m learning!
Today, though, I took it kind of easy. A while ago, I broke down and ordered one of the Erin Condren Life Planners. Then I eagerly awaited for it to arrive–and it came today! 🙂 I love it. I spent the afternoon filling in a bunch of Yoga Teacher Training stuff. There is a LOT. I need to find my older planner so I can transfer the rest of my information over.
I love filling out planners. :p
Sunday, Fi hopped onto my lap. He NEVER gets on laps. I had to commemorate this moment because it was awesome. I love Fi so much.
I also managed to snap a pretty dramatic-looking photo of Helena.
So, it’s only Wednesday, and my week’s already been awesome. But the biggest thing (so far) is that Adam got me this!
See, Saturday was my four year anniversary of living in Chicago. I moved here on St. Patrick’s Day in 2008. It was overcast, cold, and there were flurries coming from the sky. Sucks as far as Spring weather goes, but perfect moving weather. Anyway, Adam says it’s my anniversary present. How cool is that? So I’ve been playing with it, customizing it, setting it up and everything. Fantastic! And a total surprise!
Here’s what it looks like now:
Cool, huh? This is just my first page. I have five pages. I’d upload it now but Adam’s playing Skee-Ball on it.
With the exception of an emergency project for a client, I took it easy today. I need to get back on the ball tomorrow. I need to pick up my clothes and also pull out some summer/spring outfits. I also need to organize my nightstand, dresser, and general Ronni area. Bathroom needs to be cleaned as well. Then Friday, I go see The Hunger Games, then attend a workshop at Moksha, then clean some more! We have awesome guests coming to stay with us and I want the place to be all nice for them. Busy, music-filled weekend ahead, and then I have to get a lot of studying in besides.
OK then. I’m tired. And hungry. Time to grab something to nibble then head to bed. I got a LOT of cleaning to do. 😮 Til next time.
I also can not BELIEVE the actual Spring weather we’ve been having!! Completely unheard of for Chicago (or in my case, the Chicago ‘burbs LOL). Makes me worry what kind of Summer we’re in for.
I have a Yoga question! Do you find that those who are “plus-sized” are able to do it? Years ago (same size I am at now meh) I was able to do some of the SUPER basic poses and downward dog but wonder if it’s worth pursuing?
YAY FOR THE IPAD!!! If you ever want app recommendations let me know!
I think plus-sized women can totally do yoga. My plus-sized friend put me to shame. I could barely breathe or balance at times!
Truth!
Sorry I took so long to get back to you!
And YES you can TOTALLY do yoga. Yoga is for everybody. You just have to find which kind of yoga works the best for you. I’d recommend taking an intro class.
And of course I want app recs! 😀
perfect moving weather my ass!!!!!! my nose wouldn’t stop running!!!!!!! not to mention driving a box truck in that crap around Chicago. oh how delusional you are my little one. ; )
booooo to the IPad.
iPad WINS!
I have wanted one of those erin condren planners for forever, but I haven’t brought myself to justify the cost. i ALSO love filling out planners. i like to be super organized and i tried an online calendar. forget it. i would literally forget to check it! paper and pen is more my style. 🙂 your kitties are super pretty!
I know I am super excited about Spring/Summer. I used to be a total rain loving person but with a toddler I need sun. Dude I do everyhting on my Iphone awesome calender and not taking I have not used paper and pen for such a long time….I love that you are liking the yoga classes. Keep up the good work….
🙂 We had a cold blast the past few days but it’s warming up again. Spring in Chicago usually stays in the 50s.
It’s helping me out big time, with all the classes and quizzes and assignments for yoga teacher training. It’s a good size, and it’s great. Worth the cost. I plan to get it again for 2013!
I’m so excited about this great weather (early gardening), but I’m a little scared about the summer (burning crops). Love your hair! Congrats on the iPad, such a sweet little (big) gift, lol!
You’re so sweet! 😀
I hope we don’t have burning crops. I’m worried that all the flowers and trees will bud and then we’ll get another deep freeze and it’ll kill everything.
Do you really love your new planner!? I’ve been hearing about these forever and now I’m thinking I may have to get one! Love this post and the one following it. How are you lady!?
The planner is AWESOME. I love it. It’s cute, easy to carry around, and fun to fill out!! She might have them on sale, still.
I’m doing great! I need to update soon. Thanks for checking in!