As I sit here writing this post, I have the World Series on and my team is winning (Go Giants!), Put Pie is blissfully playing with an electronic noise-making machine of some sort, I have a cute dog sitting next to me, and I can feel the baby in my tummy moving. At this precise moment, life is good, very good.
My husband has been encouraging me to spend more time with friends so I asked him if he would take Put Pie to her weekly roly poly class so that I could spend time with my best friend. The following is our conversation…
Unknown Papi: Your best friend? Who? Sleep.
Unknown Mami: Nope. Me. I want to spend some time with me.
Unknown Papi: I guess so.
Unknown Mami: Thanks, I really get along well with me and I’d love to spend some time alone.
Speaking of me, guess what I did for me? I bought myself a stationary bike!!! I’ve wanted one for a very long time, but I’m broke yo. I generate a tiny bit of income from this blog and after being paid recently, I was talking to Unknown Papi about how I would spend it on some practical things and he reminded me that I have been wanting a stationary bike. I love him. Once he put it in my head, I had to get it because it was like the Universe was giving me an unexpected gift.
I researched exercise bikes in my price range and felt over-whelmed so I narrowed it down to something inexpensive and small because we have no storage space in our home. It had to fit in a corner of the living room. This is what I ended up getting:
Since it’s an x-frame, it folds up to be even more compact when it’s not in use. I love it! I’ve used it every single day since I got it. That’s 14 days in row. Aren’t you proud of me? I used to exercise regularly and then I had a child. Exercise is not only good for my physical health, it is crucial for my mental health.
Oh and the best part is that the bike was so affordable, I still have money left over for practical purchases.
At some point, when I wasn’t looking, my daughter stopped being a baby and turned into a little girl. She went to the doctor with us for the last ultrasound I had and while I was laying there she leaned forward, grabbed my hand, and said, “Good girl, Mama.” She was so proud of me.
good for you, sugar! moms tend to forget about taking care of themselves! xoxoxo
Good girl, buying yourself a present and using it every day!!! That must be good for you and baby! Put Pie is adorable 🙂
I DO like that bike! Sounds like you are feeling pretty good, mami! 🙂
What a pleasant post. From the Giants (I have been a fan since the early 60’s) to the Gem (“Good girl, Mama”) – awesome. I will smile through my day.
I love how the exercise bike looks like someone’s converted ironing board. I picture the idea coming about kinda like this – “Since you never use that thing, how ’bout I turn it into somethin’ useful.”
Oh that little girl is just sooooo precious. Her comment made me teary. I am so glad you are feeling better. Exercise is such a good idea; I really must try it someday. Does Trick or Treating with 11 grand kids count as exercise?
I will not hold it against you that the Giants are doing so well. I am still proud of our Phillie’s. They can’t win every year!
He answered correctly. Very wise man.
Don’t forget to wear you biking shorts.
Giants are kicking butt.
The Giants are just dominating!
What your daughter said is soooo cute! I LOVE being alone also. I crave that!
did you figure out how to mount your laptop on it? You could pedal over to my blog.
Good to hear you made some $ with the blog. It can’t be much unless my experience has been completely off. I’ve convince myself the blog rewards in other ways than $.
take care
I haven’t figured out how to mount my laptop yet, but that would be awesome. I have a small netbook that I bought with proceeds from the blog too, so maybe I can figure out how to get that one on there and I can have a bloggy workout station.
Kids are such sneaky little rascals.
Enjoy your stationary bike! & Have a great weekend.
xoxo
I love it! Spending time with someone you really enjoy – yourself! I can so relate! 😉 Congrats on the new exercise bike AND the fact that you are actually using it! ave a great weekend!
Good for you for taking some time out for YOU.
Love the stationary bike, so cool!
And LOVED that comment from your daughter when you were at the doctors office, soooo adorable!!!
I love the conversations between the two of you! LOL. I recently got a stationary bike… I have yet to use it. I am so lazy!
Use the bike! I’ll ride towards you and you ride towards me. We’ll never get there, but they say it’s the journey that counts.
Go mami!
sending you love, good vibes and happy thoughts. xox 🙂
Oh, wow, she is precious. Glad you’ve been taking some time (and money) for yourself! Congrats on the bike 🙂
Ahhh, that alone time. To. Be. Cherished. I hope you and your BFF have a wonderful time together!
Good job spending money on yourself. I’m always using mine for groceries and kids things. But this summer with my teacher’s bonus, I bought a bike and a camera. I’m in heaven!
I love what your daughter said…those are the moments that make being a mother worth it!
Good for you getting that bike you so wanted and I just love the words of encouragement from your little girl at your ultrasound. My daughter will say “good girl Mommy” or similar things and it just always makes me smile.
Good for you getting that bike you so wanted and I just love the words of encouragement from your little girl at your ultrasound. My daughter will say “good girl Mommy” or similar things and it just always makes me smile.
February!!! That is so soon! I’m so excited for you! Almost a Valentine baby! On a lighter side I can see the paper bag has a special glow! Lets keep in touch! I love what your little girl said. What a treasure!
Anne-Marie
Good for you lady. You deserve that bike! p.s. We have some good news for you over at la blog!
Get out! I’ll be by to check it out in a minute.
I like that bike. I ‘d get one too. Hope it lasts for you.
I think your Giants are going to take it Mami!
your little one is so very special! I know you treasure her dearly! they do grow up so incredibly fast!
love the bike! good for you getting something that helps you feel better in so many ways!
betty
“Good Girl, Mom” What a sweetie! That makes me smile 🙂
Enjoy your bike (and time with your ‘friend’)
Good for you for taking care of yourself…getting an exercise bike and having some extra money. How sweet is your little girl. Precious words. Happy weekend to you and yours. XX
I absolutely like this bike. Everyone needs a little “me” time.
Warm hugs!
B xx
My youngest stands and holds my hand when I have to get my nightly shot. She tells me I am so brave. I just got caught up on a few of your posts. I am glad things are still looking up for your baby. You are one strong mami.
What a lovely gesture from your daughter! And spending time with yourself – invaluable!
I am so glad that life is biking along so beautiful (a pun in honor of our mutual friend C!). Good for you for taking your best friend out on a date. Me, myself and I are in desperate need of some quality time!
Lots of love to you. And watch out, those beautiful little babies become big kids soooo fast!
🙂
Traci
Good girl, Mami!! Ooooooooh that just melted my heart.
Great job on the stationary bike, too!! I have an elliptical trainer, but it’s in our bedroom which makes it hard to use, cuz that’s where the kids sleep. Maybe I should move it into the garage or something. Now you’ve got me thinking… (Thanks!)
I’m playing a little catch up after being out of town for a couple of days….Just wanted to say I love the postive frame of mind this post reflects. Keep taking really good care of yourself…you deserve the best you can give to you.
I have heard great things about that exercycle. Congratulations. That’s a precious snippet about your daughter, too. xo
Good for you for suggesting alone time. You’ve mentioned before that you like that time with yourself 🙂 Maybe you could plan a trip with the bike miles. Peddle to NYC and back. Maybe meet your blogging friends along the way. (virtually of course!)
And, you are a very good girl!
Ohhh. This made me smile and also brought tears to my eyes. 🙂
I’m proud of you, too. That Put Pie is one smart chica.