New gym pal and New Kitchen Pal!

Monday at the gym:

So, as I was climbing on to the stationary bike, a lovely gentleman asked for my assistance with the recumbent bike. Let's call him Carl. I was more than happy to help. Once we got Carl started on his 30 minute ride, we had a short conversation about how he was training for a fifty mile bike ride so that he could ride to his 50th high school reunion.

Damn, Carl!

He's totally awesome. He smoked me. He pedaled quickly and I could tell that this bike ride was going to be a piece of cake. I hope Carl's high school sweetheart is there to admire his bike riding ability. As I was pedaling along, and he said, "you're doing a great job!" I felt so encouraged.

So now, he's totally my new gym pal. Yay Carl!

I had to explain that my Ipod wasn't a heart monitor and we had a laugh.

I can't quit this gym. Everyone is too nice and they entertain me, and I hope I entertain them.

Now for the new kitchen pal:

This weekend I had to say goodbye to a house guest who was sleeping on the couch for a while. She's a good friend and I'll miss her. But let me tell you! She gave me one of the coolest gifts ever (sennet (?) sound!):

And as one totally awesome coworker put it: "You are one lucky Beyotch!"

I know!

Yes! So now, this lucky beyotch will make all of you cookies and cupcakes and cake to your little hearts' content.

Hooray! Red Velvet, chocolate, whatever!