Chad has declared a two hundred fifty dollar weight loss contest for the month of August. He proposed that the money should come out of the wedding gift money (lots!) and I suggested that the money should be used towards the house. This might mean a new (used) computer desk for Chad or a full set of knives for me.<\/p>\n
We both agreed that if we tied that we would split the money – or agree upon how it is spent. This outcome is the most likely because Chad fairly proposed that the contest be proportional – that is, we win according to what percentage of our weight loss goal we have reached. Chad’s goal is to lose nine more pounds, while I only intend to lose six. If we both meet our goals – then we both win.<\/p>\n
So far, so good. We are both on track. He has lost three pounds and I have lost two pounds in our first week. We are running five times a week (and learning our new ‘hood): 45 minutes 3x, and 1 hour twice.<\/p>\n
The only tricky part is that the competitive spirit compels Chad to taunt me occasionally; apparently he likes to win.<\/p>\n
What would I do with that extra two fifty?<\/p>\n
1. clothes? (Normally I’m motivated, but without a job – all I really need are hang-out clothes at the moment)<\/p>\n
2. Shesiedo cosmetics? (Maybe. But\u00c2\u00a0 I’m only low on sunscreen – and I like to buy a bunch at a time, so I can get their freebie promotional.)<\/p>\n
3. Full-spectrum lamp?<\/p>\n
4. Get my Jane Gyer print framed?<\/p>\n
5. Put it aside for another ticket to Bangkok?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Chad has declared a two hundred fifty dollar weight loss contest for the month of August. He proposed that the money should come out of the wedding gift money (lots!) and I suggested that the money should be used towards … Continue reading