Day 30 - Plyometrics

Woke up this morning thinking I could workout before everyone else got out of bed. Then I fed the girl, the phone rang sending hubby downstairs, and the boy awoke crying. I guess my hopes were too high for 8am!

Happily this afternoon both kids were down for naps, the hubby out mowing, and I got to start. Then the boy woke up and the hubby came in. Got about 20 minutes in and the girl woke up. Fed her, then wonderful hubby took the kiddos to Target. That always makes everyone happy. And I was able to finish the workout.

Plyo is interesting to do in segments. It's broken into groups of about four moves each, which you repeat. So, it kind of has natural breaking points, but distractions don't necessarily fall when the breaks do. I think it's a much more intense workout to do straight through; really gets the heart going. On the other hand, seems like getting my heart rate up multiple times over a long period of time probably works well too.

And I'm hating Plyo only about 50-60% of the time now. So, that's good.

Day 29 - Back & Biceps...or not

Today was one of those Saturdays when I should have stayed up and worked out after feeding my daughter. Somehow the bed sucked me back in. I ended up getting my workout in late at night, after a Halloween party playing at a gymnastics gym. It was a late, tiring night.

The workout I got done wasn't Back & Biceps. After Friday's party where I carried a 16lb Yoda around for two hours my left arm was pretty sore and I thought Back & Biceps might be a little on the pointless and painful side. With the late hour I went with Cardio X again. The 43 minutes was much more realistic. Didn't really get any "muscle confusion" doing the same routine two days in a row. But, I did something.

Day 28 - Cardio X

I was so happy to see the countdown clock start at under 45 minutes this morning! I had forgotten that this was a shorter workout. Plus it’s pretty fun. It’s like 10 minutes each of Yoga, Kenpo, Plyo, and Core. Plus warm up and cool down. Same struggles as other workouts. I’m starting to think that having natural childbirth means it’ll take longer for the hip area to settle back into a routine and start to gain strength. I guess that shouldn’t surprise me. Today’s discovery was that Wacky Jacks are tough on the hips. But oh so fun!

Day 27 – Rest day

Maybe you’re thinking “27 isn’t divisible by 7; how is this a rest day?” Tomorrow is the official rest day, but after a late evening and multiple night wakings I decided it would be better to sleep in until 6 and get up early tomorrow. After all, if I’m tired tomorrow I only have to work 4 hours before I can come home for a nap (or fun family time, whatever). So, this morning I enjoyed the extra hour and a half of sleep. Tomorrow will be Cardio X.

Day 26 – Core Synergistics

Really, it’s not fair to have to do this routine twice this week. Just another reminder of how far I have to go. Amazingly the time did go quicker, as it tends to once you remember/are acquainted with a routine. I don’t know that I did any better at any of the moves but I attempted them all. I think if it weren’t for the hip flexor and hip area I would feel better about this workout, though it also reminded me that my arms have a ways to go. There’s a whole lot of plank in this workout. And of course the chaturanga that I can’t do just yet.

After yesterday’s stretching my body still has that good-sore feeling. Kinda like after a massage or chiropractor session. Not as relaxing as either of those methods, but much cheaper!

Hopefully it’ll be many more weeks before Core Synergistics returns to the schedule. And hopefully I’ll be more ready for it then.

Day 25 – X Stretch

Today was, by far, the hardest day yet to get out of bed. Last night was later than I had wanted, I didn’t sleep well, and 4:30 came really early. It didn’t help that I knew the workout was X Stretch. A great workout, but not what one would consider energizing.

I really do like this workout. I used to like it because I was flexible. Now I like it because I’d like to be flexible again. Plus it just feels great to stretch all the muscles. As I was walking to work I was thinking how funny it is to be sore after ‘just stretching’ rather than ‘really working out.’ It’s a workout that is easy to skip. It’s also an alternative to taking a rest day every 7 days. Whenever I do this workout I think ‘I really should do this on my day off’ but then I get a day off and choose to do nothing instead.

One of the things that’s fun is that I always forget how many ways there are to stretch your neck. I used to think neck rolls were it and found them pointless. But the plethora of neck stretches presented here can actually be felt. I like to think they help me lose some of the tension I carry in my neck/shoulder area. Either way they feel fabulous.

Day 24 - One on One Total Body

I was pleasantly surprised to find that today's workout was only 40 minutes long. I'm actually having time to blog in the morning!

Total Body is the last disk in One on One Vol 3. And it's a pretty sweet preview of P90X2. Made me excited and scared for the new series. Tony said several times that if you can't do P90X you shouldn't try P90X2. He highly recommended doing the One on Ones first also. Now, part of me thinks "well, duh. He wants to make money." But, based on today's workout he probably has a point. I really hope I'm doing more real push ups (not on knees) and a pull up or two by the end of this round of P90X. Otherwise I think P90X2 is going to be killer!

Better not slack off these next 66 days.

Day 23 - One on One Yoga

This one is definitely getting better. Unfortunately I'm finding that I fall back on working out at night on the weekends. Yesterday, doing Core Synergistics and night probably didn't help me. Doing yoga at night today just reminded me that I have another workout as soon as I wake up tomorrow. Funny thing is that I prefer to workout at night but have come to frustration when I have to wait until night now to work out. Perhaps that's because I've also come to value sleep more with a 2 month old.

Anyhow, Yoga is a nice one at night. Yoga has always made me want to go to sleep afterward. Whether taking classes or doing DVDs, there's something about ending in relaxation pose that makes me crawl into bed. This routine doesn't even end in relaxation and I'm ready to crawl under the covers.

Another nice thing about tonight is that my hubby joined me. Well, for the first half, until our daughter needed him. (This is why I choose not to workout in the evenings when it's just me and the kiddos.) The hubby has always hated yoga. I thought about saying 'disliked' but it really has been a hate. And he was kicking my butt in the strength moves tonight. We recently got yoga blocks and they have helped him with the flexibility. It was really nice to see him sorta enjoying yoga.

Day 22 - Core Synergistics

Wow. and Ugh. I have SO FAR to go! This workout totally emphasized all my weak areas. I've always kind of liked this one because the moves work so many muscles. Today I just found myself floundering on move after move. My hip flexors and hips are clearly my weakest points. Other workouts have shown me this, but today I was flattened by the realization.

After my last baby I blamed the c-section for the hip flexor pain. Apparently that was slightly misplaced. I don't think it helped any, but I also started working out with Slim in 6 before moving to P90X last time. This time I jumped right back to P90X. Not sure that was the best move for the hip flexor/hip areas. On the other hand, it's nice to be working hard on arms/shoulders/back as those aren't used much for Slim in 6. Leg work is probably about the same; at least at the intensity I'm able to work at right now. Love that P90X can be adapted to meet you where your needs are.

I sure have a lot of needs!

Day 21 – Rest Day

Friday’s are great. Sleeping in. Short work day. Lots of time with family.

Some people think it’s nuts to only have one day off from working out per week. But I think that’s part of what makes it a way of life. The days off are appreciated this way. I think if you work out less days than you work out it’s too easy to let it slip. For me, working out 4 days per week can easily be 3 days per week. Then 2. Before I know it I’m feeling accomplished if I break a sweat. I know that for people who are currently doing nothing, one workout per week can be beneficial. I think we all need to start somewhere. But, if the frequency of your workouts changes make sure it’s changing in the right direction. Makes me think of the old adage, “There is no standing still. If you’re not moving forward, you’re slipping behind.”

Day 20 – Kenpo X

My favorite workout. Though I definitely noticed today that when I do this workout without having frustrations to work through I don’t get the same cardio level. Not that I want any frustrations to work through.

So, today is the end of week 3! Technically I guess tomorrow is, but that’s rest day. It was tempting to stay in bed this morning, despite being awake. Cuddling is always alluring. I’m pretty happy that my last early morning of the week coincides with the most fun workout.

Next week, being week 4, is a ‘recovery week’ with no strength training. There’s cardio and yoga and stretching. Sounds nice to take a break from the push-ups and squats. I think my muscles will be happy for the little break before stepping up the game in week 5. On the other hand, I wonder if it will be more challenging to get up so early when the routine is something like stretching. I guess we’ll see!

Day 19 – Legs & Back/ARX

Again I found myself awake when the alarm went off. Today because my daughter was eating. So, when she finished I started my day and that left me a little pressed for time. I really thought I would have to put off Ab Ripper until the evening, but I was able to get it done and grab my Shakeology for breakfast on my way out the door.

I really like how this workout pairs two totally different areas of the body. Just when legs are getting sore you get to take a break and do some pull-ups. However I think doing Ab Ripper after a leg workout is just mean.

 

I really look forward to when the kiddos are older and I can do the workout when they’re awake and nearby (without too much fussy or interruptions). I love the idea of them seeing Mom working out and knowing that fitness is important. I want us to be an active family as they grow and keeping my energy level up will help with that. There was one evening early in this P90X round where I attempted to work out while the kiddos were up. Didn’t pan out for me, but it was sure cute watching my 18mo old son try to do jumping jacks with me. He got the arm motions down and tried to bounce his legs. He kept looking between me and the TV; probably trying to figure out why I was doing (or trying to do) what the people on the TV were doing. Hopefully the lesson he learns is to be active, not to imitate everything he sees on TV…

Day 18 – One on One Yoga

Far from where I want to be with this one. But it is getting somewhat easier. At least I’m getting used to the order of things. And my arms are bending somewhat before dropping my weight when I try to push into upward dog. The exciting part was that I was able to do the part where you touch/hold your opposite ankle while in downward dog. Progress is progress.

I’ve been struggling with which mat to use. I have a regular (though fairly old) purple yoga mat. When I purchased it yoga mats only came in purple and you had to go to a specialty store to get them. I like this mat, but it’s not as cushy as I would like. My right palm specifically prefers more cushioning. I also have a really cushy pilates mat. I used that one today. Sure made the balance moves more difficult. Really anytime I had to hold a position I found myself getting wobbly. Clearly pilates mats are not made for yoga. My hubby has a thick yoga mat and I really like that. I feel like Goldilocks. This mat is too firm. This mat is too soft. This mat is just riiiight. So, do I just use his mat? Or should I retire the old mat and get myself a thicker yoga mat to replace both my current ones?

Another plus today: I think I’m getting used to this 4:30 thing. The last two days I’ve been lying in bed awake when the alarm went off. Who would have thought my body would get used to something like getting up ridiculously early? I suppose people are adaptable. After all, if we couldn’t change the little things we’d never be able to change the big things.

Day 17 – Shoulders & Arms/ARX

My first 4:30 Monday morning. Today wasn’t bad. I think if this affects me it’ll be noticed on Thursday. I did let the snooze get hit once, but still had time for all aspects of my morning. As I’ve said/written before, I totally get how people prioritize working out so that it gets placed on the back burner and eventually falls off the stove altogether. I think as I start week three this is now a pretty firm part of my day. Not to say I don’t struggle sometimes. Clearly I do. But I see the alternative as being a frumpy mom with no energy. I don’t want that for me or for my kids.

I want to reclaim myself as a person whose inner health is reflected in an external sense as well. Being fit and healthy goes beyond just working out. It encompasses the food choices I make and the supplements I take. But, the most important thing to me is that being fit and healthy gives me the self-confidence and energy to enjoy my days and give of myself to those I love. Being a mom of two just means that I have two more people in my life to love than I used to. And I love them beyond what I could have imagined. I want them to know that I want to be around for them as long as possible.

So, working out has to be a priority for me. In the same way that time with family is important. The first hopefully ensures that the second will be possible for longer.

(Workouts went well today. Shoulders are a little sore. Nothing new with the Ab Ripper.)

Day 16 – Plyometrics

I was smart enough to get up and do this in the morning. Perhaps not early enough, but got most of the workout done before others awoke. Had 20 mins left when I shut it off. So, later in the afternoon when the boy was napping and the girl was with Grandma I got the last 20 mins done. Amazing how sweaty you can get in such a short time. Splitting any workout isn’t ideal, but this one led to an extra shower and cool down period.

There are some moves that I’m starting to enjoy. Sometimes jumping is fun. But, sometimes it’s not. So, I try not to focus on the not fun parts. Leaping imaginary rivers is pretty cool. And the potential for running faster/better is pretty sweet. The Lincoln Half Marathon is only like seven months away.

Day 15 – Chest & Back/ARX

Ugh, woke up at 4:30 to feed the girl and pump. Then allowed myself to go back to sleep, thinking that I would be able to get up before everyone else and squeeze in the workout. Didn’t happen. I got out of bed at 8:30 along with the rest of the family. Should’ve worked out when I was up and then crawled back into bed. Live and learn.

So, at the end of a fun, but too long day, I headed to the basement and got in my workout. Chest & Back is a shorter workout (50mins) so it wasn’t too miserable at the end of the day. Plus since you do every move to exhaustion there are times where the clock has like 40 secs left and I can’t go on, so I push the next chapter button and start the next move. Not sure if I should be doing that or if I should take the time to stretch. I’ve made myself take the breaks in the program and I stick with all the warm-ups, cool-downs, and stretches. I think I’m good.

Grandma was in town, so while she cuddled the girl my hubby joined me for Ab Ripper. I think we both do better this way. Having another person is a pretty good motivator. I still feel like a failing fish during the side-v move though.

Day 14 – Rest

As I predicted, different results this week. No weight loss. So, I’m back to reminding myself that health and fitness are not dependent on the numbers the scale shows me. They are expressed in how I feel and what I can do. Almost every workout this week saw improvements in reps, weights, or intensity.  Plus, it’s getting easier to get up at 4:30am. It really helps that I’ve had the past two Mondays off work, so I just had three 4:30 mornings per week. Guess we’ll see what I’m thinking next week.

Day 13 – Kenpo X

Love, love this workout. Is that what I said last week? Really is a great one. Last time I did P90X I had a lot of stressors in my life and I eagerly anticipated this workout every week so that I could punch and kick out my aggressions. This time I don’t have that aspect, but it’s still really nice to work up a sweat while doing fun moves that don’t require excessive amounts of coordination.

In college I did a Kickbutt workout video that introduced me to the idea of kickboxing as cardio. Then we got into a popular martial arts DVD series for a while. And Kenpo X is kind of the next level for me. There are aspects of the other videos that I found challenging, but last time I went back to do a DVD led by Billy (during my last round of P90X) I was surprised at what I used to find challenging. Can’t wait to see how P90X2 steps this style up again.

Day 12 – Legs & Back/ARX

Not sure who came up with one legged wall squats, but I’m not a big fan of them. At least not yet. Last time I went through P90X I was pretty impressed with the difference in my legs. I’ve always had a hard time buying pants that aren’t too big for my waist and can still fit over my thighs; this problem amazingly went away last time. It’s the only workout I’ve found that yielded that result for me. I would say I’m hoping for the same results this time, but first I need to lose the baby belly. Hopefully I’m working on both at the same time.

Ab Ripper was a little better. Still don’t like doing it after leg workouts. I’m pretty happy that each time it is a little better. I know I’m building muscles back under the flab.

It’d be so nice if results could be seen right away, but then health is what this is really all about. Being fit and healthy, so that I can be here for my family and myself.

Day 11 – One on One Yoga

Back to the 4:30 am alarm clock. Today was easier. Maybe it’s the long weekend speaking. Or the tired Mommy trying to make herself feel better.

Hard to believe I used to like this workout. But, I know I will again someday when I can do more of it. It was already better than last week. Time seemed to go faster. A slight annoyance with this workout is that Tony doesn’t always say what he’s doing, so until you’ve done it a couple of times you don’t always hear the transitions, and since it’s yoga you’re rarely looking at the TV.

I’ve discovered that when I arrive to work after doing this workout my legs are pretty tired. Somehow I never notice that until I climb the three flights of stairs to my office.

Day 10 - Shoulders & Arms/ARX

Luckily today was Columbus Day, so I didn’t have to work. Got up around 6:30 and started my day with Plyo. My least favorite workout, which I managed to avoid yesterday. When I finished the family was still asleep, so I decided to put in Shoulders & Arms and do as much as possible before everyone woke up. And I got everything done! Almost 2 ½ hours of working out. There’s a good reason you’re not scheduled to do Ab Ripper on the same day as Plyo. Legs were burning for that.

Did better on Shoulders & Arms this week. It was probably the best workout to have to do after Plyo, as they work totally different muscles. And, with a silent house, I was able to get the bonus round done also.

I have to say that I felt pretty accomplished by the time everyone else got up and we started our day.

Day 9 – Plyometrics

Whoops! Didn’t get this workout done today. Couldn’t find the motivation to get out of bed and then the day got away from me. I plan on getting up tomorrow morning for it. It’s a state holiday, so I won’t be working. Guess I’ll be doing Plyo in the morning and Shoulders & Arms later in the day.

I did manage to sneak in Ab Ripper this morning since I didn’t do it yesterday. The kids were up and my son seemed to think it was pretty funny watching me try to do what the people on the TV were doing. On the plus side, I was tickling my son through the beginning part, which forced me to do the moves with my arms up, which is the harder way. So, seeing improvement there.

Tomorrow may be a very long day.

Day 8 – Chest & Back/ARX

Woke up before the family to get the workout done. Since it’s Saturday I got up after 7 and still got a workout and shower in before anyone else was out of bed. Little jealous of their sleep, but felt great about my accomplishment. But, I skipped Ab Ripper due to the family awakening.
                               
Did more push-ups and pull-ups then last week. So, that’s nice. I really enjoy how P90X has the workout sheets where you write down what you do. Gives me an idea of how I did last week and a push to do better this week. I’m too busy and tired to hope I’d remember any of these numbers without them written down. This week I did more of the push-ups regular before dropping to my knees to finish. Hopefully this will keep improving every week. I’m looking forward to seeing where I am with push-ups by the end of the 90 days.

I’m really hoping that at the end of this I can do a pull-up. Thus far I’ve been using bands to stimulate the pull-up move. Last time I finished P90X I could almost do a pull-up, though I was pregnant and didn’t like the pulling on my side muscles when I tried. This time I want to do a pull-up. Or two. I’m doing a higher number with the bands and thinking about stepping up to the next strength band.

Day 7 – Rest

And on the 7^th day, Joyful rested.

I think I’m going to like Fridays. My first week of P90X/One on One is done!! Today is rest day, so I got to sleep in until 6am. And it’s my short day at work so I only had to work 7-11. Then I got to meet up with my family at the Children’s Museum and play for a while. Seriously good deal.

And my scale says that I lost 6 lbs in week 1. Pretty excited about that, though I know those results won’t be a consistent thing.

Day 6 – Kenpo X

What a great routine to end the workout week on! This is a martial arts type workout that’s just a lot of fun. Makes getting up at 4:30 not so bad. Plus there’s no Ab Ripper. After the hour workout and shower I’m refreshed and ready to start my day.

Day 5 – Legs & Back/ARX

4:30 comes early. Especially since the baby wakes at night. Happily, with co-sleeping I don’t really count the number of times I get up. I just take the opportunity to pee, get her attached to eat, and go back to sleep. My wonderful hubby does the get out of bed to change her diaper part. I don’t really feel like I’m missing out on sleep, though my occasional short temper may say otherwise.

4:30 works. It’s early. But I was able to get the 75 minute workout and shower in. Guess this is my new morning routine for awhile. At least until I can figure out getting the girl to sleep without our cuddling.

After the leg stuff yesterday Legs & Back was pretty killer. How many ways to do chair pose? And how many days in a row? Things to not dwell on. Ab Ripper isn’t getting any easier. I can do more of the moves, but the hip flexors have a long way to go. And it’s always harder after a leg routine.

Day 4 – One on One Yoga

Back to work today. So, I wisely awoke early to workout. I thought 5 am would be good. I work at 7 and have generally gotten up at 6 on workdays. 5 am was not early enough. I made it to work on time, but was really pushing it and didn’t eat like I wanted. Turns out that waking up, feeding my daughter and/or pumping, and an hour workout take more than an hour. Who knew? Tomorrow I’ll try 4:30. Ugh, that sounds early.

I was thrilled to see that One on One Yoga replaced P90X Yoga. 60 minutes instead of 90. Plus, when I did it before I loved the One on One Yoga. Turns out that I’m not in the same shape I was before. The 90 minute yoga would’ve (obviously) taken longer, but overall it’s an easier and more balanced routine. The One on One Yoga is primarily sun salutations and triangles. Moves I love, but moves that take strength I don’t really have. Case in point: I can’t do vinyasa/chaturanga. This is when you move from plank through a push-up move into upward dog. Whenever I’ve taken a break from working out and then resumed this has been a struggle and I know I’m doing well when I can push through without my body touching down. Presumably repetition paired with the arm routines will help me get this move back. We’ll see how many weeks that takes.

Day 3 – Shoulders & Arms/ARX

Monday and my last day home on maternity. We all had dental appts today, so the workout was left for the evening. My hubby went off to work. My son went to sleep. My daughter did not. I got the routine done, but it was broken into 15 minute increments. So, it took place over the course of three hours and I was awake later in the evening than I wanted to be. I think I’m going to have to get up early to workout. I’m not a morning person…

Shoulders & Arms plus Ab Ripper is at least something it was possible to do in increments. It’s set up so that you work shoulders, biceps, triceps. You do each muscle group then repeat, change the move, and repeat. Over and Over. So, there were natural break times built in. It didn’t allow me to keep warm or have an elevated heart rate the whole time, but I was able to do all the moves. I did bypass the ‘bonus section’ this time. Hopefully I can find a time for this that doesn’t involve juggling a baby that may or may not be happy. I did Ab Ripper; it sucked… especially since I had my baby as an additional weight for some of it. Think 15 lb medicine ball.

Day 2 – Plyometrics

This hybrid schedule starts out heavy on P90X. Only one One on One routine per week for the first three weeks. As time goes on it seems like it evolves to be heavier on the One on One routines. I was hoping this workout would be replaced, but alas, here it is. Plyometrics is my least favorite of the P90X routines, likely because it’s what I need the most. When I’m doing this I spend a lot of time reminding myself that this will make me a better runner. Plyo is jump training. Lots of jumping; lots of squatting; lots of pain.

It’s going to be difficult to figure out when to fit in my workouts. People always say that they don’t have time to work out. I get that more than ever. Having two kids under two years of age is busy. And somewhat of a workout in and of itself. But, I don’t want to have this new ‘just had a baby’ body anymore. So, not working out isn’t an option. Last week I got two runs in once my son was asleep. I initially thought that’s when I’d be doing these workouts. But, my daughter doesn’t tend to go to sleep until I do. And, as of Monday, my hubby and I will be working opposite shifts. So, when I’m home with the kids I’m there for both of them and they will be all my time. Unless I can get them to sleep at the same time… hmmm.

Day 1 – Chest & Back/ARX

For this round of P90X I’ve chosen to do a P90X/One on One hybrid schedule. The One on One series is an awesome set f DVDs that are Tony Horton doing various workouts by himself. Like P90X there is a countdown clock, though it doesn’t have count downs for every move. Some have music but most don’t. I really like that they’re just him running through a routine, so they’re not polished and he makes mistakes.

One mistake that I made was that there are three series of One on One workouts. I have Vol 3. The P90X/One on One workout schedule is for Vol 1. Luckily I was able to deduce from the titles of workouts what would be similar in Vol 3 and have come up with a slightly altered hybrid of my own. I don’t know if this will end up being easier or harder than the intended hybrid. I don’t know if this will be easier or harder than straight P90X.

So, today is Day 1. It’s a Saturday. I chose a Saturday so that I could be halfway done my workout week when I go in to work on Monday (this assuming I workout in the morning). I also chose this schedule so that my day off could be Friday; a nice end to the workweek and start to the weekend. Plus, it’s Oct 1^st. This workout will (obviously) take 90 days, ending around the end of the year. I’ve preordered P90X2 and it delivers in time for Christmas… so I’ll start that for the New Year. Hopefully this will get me in good enough shape to do so!

Chest & Back is a nice workout. All pull-ups and push-ups. You just do each move to exhaustion. The first time I did this I remember being surprised at all the variations. This time my main thought was surprise that my arms aren’t in better shape. I mean, I lift a 15 lb baby ALL the time! But my arms were shaking when I was done.

ARX is Ab Ripper X. It’s a 15 minute routine of various ab/core exercises. Yikes! I used to love this one. I’ve a long way to go. I actually did this routine several days ago to see where I was. Today wasn’t really any better than that attempt. Turns out pregnancy does a number on the core muscles. My hip flexors are especially sore. It might be a while before I can complete the whole routine without stopping.

I'm back!

As I'm sitting on the couch watching my little girl squirm, seemingly going to awake soon, I'm thinking that it's going to be harder to keep up the ole blog this time. Case in point: Today is day 2 of week 3 of my second round of P90X.
My first round of P90X was about a year ago. My son was a baby and I had completed Slim in 6. It was challanging and fun and I got great results. I also got pregnant.
Now, as I start round two, my son is 19 months old and my daughter almost 2 months old. It's busy around here. Hence, this is the first entry to my story. I've been taking notes and I hope to get those put on here under the days they occured. It just might take a little while. I find myself typing with one hand often, once the boy is in bed and the girl is sleeping on me. Moving her tends to wake her.
And there's the background. Let's bring it!