Just as long as I don't sit the bench

My baby dog, Tex

My husband joined a volleyball team that a few of our friends are on, and for weeks, he has been trying to get me to play. I wasn't particularly against the idea, but our sweet dog (a.k.a. my child) stays home by himself all day while we are at work, so we try not to make too many plans in the evenings during the week. But, the strong-willed husband found a way for both of us to enjoy a little v-ball, while keeping the pooch happy and exercised. The way, you ask? Doggy daycare.

I know it sounds incredibly crazy, but for the low price of $7, Tex gets to sniff and wrestle around with all sorts of new friends. And with an abundance of play time, we don't feel enormous pangs of guilt leaving him alone for a few hours one night a week. I have zero excuses now not to play, so tonight, I will be partaking in my first practice.

I'm a little nervous about getting back in the game, since I haven't spiked or served a ball since my high school days of playing the sport. (And even then, I wasn't that good. Ha!) But, I was eager to get on the court when I went to watch my friend, Lori's, game, so hopefully I can dust off some of my old skills and be good enough to not ride the bench the entire night.

Since we will be leaving soon after I get home from work, Jillian Michaels will have to wait until volleyball is over. I have never felt so sore as I do today after a 20-minute workout! But, I am headstrong on finishing the 30-day challenge in just that: 30 days. No pain, no gain, right?

On another note, I've been doing pretty well on my food plan this week. I was STARVING yesterday, so I think I may have eaten a tad too many calories, but hopefully all the exercise made up for it. Lori is celebrating her birthday this week (yes, she has made it a week-long celebration), and we took her to a Mexican restaurant for lunch today. I made good choices, which I'm proud of, considering Mexican food is my one of my favs! I had exactly 8 chips (yes, I'm neurotic and counted. But I didn't want to go over 2 Weight Watchers points for them.) plus a beef soft taco and a cup of the best black bean soup I've ever tasted. The whole meal was around 11 points, which isn't too shabby for Mexican food. I still have plenty left for din!

Guess I'm off to practice before the practice. :) Does anyone have a favorite sport or activity they participate in every week?