7 things I feel like telling you

1) I've decided to commit to the "couch to 5k" program. I've thought about this before but didn't commit. But, I want to try to be a runner. And in order to try, I have to actually try. So, this will be my trying effort. If I don't like it at the end, then I'll stop trying to like running. I realize I'm picking a tough time to start the program. It's about 8-10 weeks long, depending on how long you stay on each set. And, I'm SURE the rain will come any day now. But I can't put it off. I want to do it. So, I may have to invest in some actual rain gear. I never have before...I'm from Oregon and I'm just used to rain. But running in it? While I'm trying to like running? I need some rain gear. I hope the fact that I'm beginning this trying-to-like-running gig in the Fall in Seattle won't hinder my actual ability to like it. But I just don't want to put it off until next Spring. Ugh...just writing it out is making me less enthusiastic about it. It's sunny outside right now, but I can just envision the rain pouring outside, and me NOT wanting to go jogging in it. Bleh. But still, I'm going to TRY.

2) Musical confession: I like Katy Perry. Gah. Blame it on her last name. I don't know what it is, really. I just really like her. Go figure.

3) I'm so glad my favorite shows are starting up again. Like, it probably brings too much joy to my heart. Parenthood. X-Factor. Switched At Birth. Dancing With The Stars. Grey's Anatomy.

4) I've been doing the 40 Days Closer to Christ, Book of Mormon reading program. What I've come to find is...I don't really like it. It's too much about cramming the reading in to fit within the allotted time frame, and I lose focus more than when I take my time and pick specific topics to look for and highlight during each read. BUT...I will say, it's getting me back into reading on a regular basis, which is a definite PLUS.

5) I find the election stuff really emotionally disturbing. I'm sad that there's such a strong divide in America, and that the election process is looked at as a game rather than a privilege, responsibility and blessing.

6) My sister and I made some of the greatest apple fritters EVER. We got the recipe from the Worldwide Ward Cookbook. We paleoized it (not really on purpose, but because that's all we had, and it was Sunday and we couldn't get the "real" ingredients) but they seriously turned out AMAZING. Basically all we changed was using coconut milk instead of regular milk, and rice flower instead of regular flower. We still used a little sugar in it, and sprinkled sugar on top. Really really yummy.

7)I've applied to almost 30 jobs in Seattle....NOTHING. I need prayers and good thoughts. I'm starting to stress a little. BUT, I feel so good about my decision to move there, so I know it will work out.