Accessories

Today was day 3 of my running experiment. Unfortunately I didn't take good care of myself today so my run sucked. All I drank today was coffee and diet coke so when I finally ran I was super dehydrated. I felt pretty nauseous most of the time. It felt very good to be done. Next week will be a new stage so I am anxious to see how much I'll do then. I promise myself to not go out without having drunk oodles of water.

The best part about today's run was my new stroller cover! My stroller is the Phil and Ted's Sport with a doubles kit. If you've never seen one of these awesome strollers than you need to check this out: http://www.philandteds.com/sport_index.htm. I am pretty sure that as much as I love my husband and children, some part of me, deep down, loves this stroller a little bit more. It's super easy to push, super easy to break down, and it actually fits in my car. That last bit is no small feat for a double stroller - those suckers are huge! I also love all the fun accessories that go along with it. End commercial for Phil and Teds.

I bought the UV cover for the stroller to keep the boys from getting fried on our run/walks on the flight line. Since there are zero trees I worry about them getting too much sun. Luke didn't care too much for the cover since he couldn't see me, but once we got moving he was fine. P was fine at first but towards the end got a bit squirrelly, though I can't say that I blame him. Sitting in a stroller for over an hour is probably kind of boring, even if you do sleep half the time.

My next stroller purchase (which I am still waiting on) is a cup holder. I don't like the P&T one, and I saw one on Amazon made by BOB that supposedly fits my Sport really well. Most of the Amazon reviews for the BOB cup holder were by P&T owners, and they were all positive. Hopefully that will come in the mail tomorrow.

I also find that I am need of a chronograph (I heard runners will make fun of you if you call your sports watch a watch - is this true? If so, really?!); wedgie-proof underwear; a good sports bra to keep my post-nursing ladies in line; and better running shoes. When I started this venture I didn't realize how expensive it would be. If nothing else financial necessity will keep me running. If I keep buying stuff I'll feel obligated to stick it out. Anywho - any suggestions on my accessories list would be appreciated.

I am taking tomorrow (Valentine's Day!) off. I plan on eating french toast in the morning, cupcakes in the afternoon and something ridiculously good for dinner. I guess I'll lose a bit of the progress I made, but it'll be worth it.

P.S. - For all you frugal moms, I found a vendor on Amazon that has great baby stuff for very reasonable prices. It's called Tikesville: http://www.amazon.com/shops/tikesville. They have Melissa and Doug toys for super cheap and shipping is FAST! I ordered my UV cover on Tuesday and got it Friday, and it was $20 cheaper than anyone else. Check it!