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Tuesday, May 26, 2009

day 146 (day 6 / week 21)

Today I walked with the Monkey Boy 2.5 miles in 45 minutes. I figure since I am not going to be jogging, I will just do my speed walking with my son, since he enjoys being in his stroller outside. I didn't go as fast today as I did yesterday, but it's all good :).

I didn't mention it yesterday, but when I was walking down the street where that house is (that I posted a pic of a few days ago), there were broken beer bottles all along the sidewalk and cigarettes, like people had just been there. As I was approaching that short broken part of the wall, I heard voices in the backyard, and they stopped talking, when I walked by and as I was leaving, I could hear them walking to the wall. It was like a mad dash for Flamingo for me, because if anything were to happen on that road, I don't think anyone would know for a while, especially if I didn't have my phone. Flamingo is super populated, so I feel much safer there. That entire road is just quiet, with back to back high walls (peoples backyards) and it's not that busy. It looks like an okay neighborhood but you never know with people--especially with all of the foreclosure homes in the area, the "gangs" (could be teenagers, whatever) have really had a ball with the houses. The last time I lived here in Vegas, I realized that most people here would rather not get involved with something, than to help. I know not all people are that way (I'm definitely not) but it's better to be safe than sorry. Hearing those voices and them approaching the wall really scared me. That's not the first time that I felt bad vibes on that road. Total wake-up call! Always listen to your instincts! That's what God gave them to us for :).

So today I decided to play it safe, and stayed in the well populated areas especially since my son was with me. I am going to change my walking/jogging route from now on, to make sure that I am never on a road like that, despite the area, just because you never know. My new 2 mile route is now 2.5 miles, and it's much prettier. I'll talk pictures someday so you can see what I see :).

I can't believe it's almost the end of the month again! I don't think I have made as much progress as I did in the past few months, but at least I'm still making progress! :) I've also made progress with physical agility and stamina--things that I haven't really been keeping track of like the measurements, but I know I have improved with.

Hope you all have a great day! Make it count!

I can do this. I am a star.

2 comments:

Erin said...

One of the most important things my mom passed along was teaching me to trust my gut. Good for you for listening...you were being protected, but so many of us don't listen and then find ourselves in a situation beyond our control.

Great way to share the time with your son...I'll bet he's having fun.

Anonymous said...

Hey Melissa! I found your blog. I think this is great. Maybe I will get the motivation to do something daily. I am really slacking lately! What a good idea! Keep up the great work. You are looking great and doing great!!!!
-Bridget