More Glitzy Toddlers

Oh Toddlers and Tiaras....last week's episode focused a little more on weight more than I'm comfortable with.  Mostly because the focus didn't seem to be on being healthy, but on what the pageant director called "Barbie-perfect."  We have all read the articles on how unhealthy Barbie would be if she was a real person so to tell little girls that this is what wins seems unnecessary  I know that facial beauty is the focus of most of these competitions.  I know childhood obesity is a big problem.  But do you think that a 8 year old should be counting calories?  I was broken hearted when one kid was shoveling a piece of pie into her mouth so her mom wouldn't catch her. 

Now, totally off that topic....one mom bought a red limo for her daughter that is used for pageants only!!!  How crazy is that?  A big, RED, limo for a 5 year old.  And then this poor little girl was late for both of her categories, almost missing one completely!!!  And then mom was upset when she didn't win anything.  I don't have kids and I don't participate, but even I am aware that points are deducted for lateness in all of these?

Tests!

I am officially registered for my School District and School Building Leader exams!  I am terrified and a little excited.  I am completely NOT ready to leave teaching at this time but reviewing for the tests along with doing the internship always gets my brain spinning.  I have an idea in mind for what I would like to do but am not sure the kind of position I want will become available any time soon.  (They are few and far between)

I hate studying for tests.  I can promised you that this means there will be a couple of posts in the coming months about how much I hate it and how much I can't wait for these tests to be over.  Apologies ahead of time and any recommendations from anyone who's already taken these wretched things will be appreciated!

Running Motivation

I am having a hard time lately choosing the run over a trip to the gym.  I made it out on Saturday for an enjoyable run and a walk  on Sunday.  The past 2 days...nada.  I know that I need new sneakers and new running clothes are always a strange motivation but I just don't want to go shop for them.

I should be able to get to the gym tonight after my seminar but I am so tired I can't even think about it.  I'll put my stuff in my bag and just make the best of it.

So, tell me, what motivates you to get outside for a run?