(Baby Girl Week 26) Saturday, May 10th 2014

My Little Athlete,

Today was such a wonderful, full day. This last week your Papa told me I had some extra money from him and Lala to get something I have been wanting a long while. I have been wanting this thing ever since I had to get rid of my gym pass at the beginning of the year, maybe even before. This thing is the one thing I had been doing consistently at the gym for the last 3 years and something I was sorely missing. So when they told me this was my Mother's Day and Birthday present for this year, I was excited. More than that, I was overly excited. I was finally getting a Spin Bike!

I know, it seems a silly thing to be so excited over, but I can't help it. I loved going to the gym so much. I loved working hard and pushing it. I loved the blasting music, the sweaty comradery, and the feelings of accomplishment that always came along with the class. I wanted that it my own space, on my own time. So once I knew I could get one, and the one I had wanted for ages was sitting on my wish list, I just couldn't be more pleased. However, just in case, I decided to scour the local adds to see if there was a used bike closer to the one I rode at the gym. There was! It was the exact model I learned on, strove on, and never wanted to be removed from. It was used, it was a little more money than I had for my gift, but it was close. I considered it an opportunity not to be missed. Bapa said he would pitch in if I looked at that used bike and decided I wanted it. So we went, we looked, and I wanted it. We brought it home, we put on the new pedals, and I love it.

First thing is first though, ow! I did not realize how quickly I could fall out of shape. It has been several months since my last trip to the gym and boy I felt it during that first test ride. You and all my own added weight really did a number on my seat and legs. But also, on the flip side, it felt ridiculously satisfying.

So, needless to say, you and me will be spending more and more time on that used spin bike. It takes me right back to the days of carrying your older brother. My restricted movements, my alternate routines, and my heart rate monitor. Wow! I can't believe it is all happening again and this time with you. Silly right? Getting sentimental over a spin bike. I can't help myself though, and don't want to.

I hope things are plugging along in there, just as they should be. I hope you are healthy, and happy, and growing. I hope so many things for you. I rest all my hope on you and your brother. You are a miracle, and I will do everything I can to keep you safe, keep you healthy, and just plain keep you.

Love always,
Mama