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Today turned out way different than I expected. I was able to sleep in, but pretty soon after I got up we drove to Winterhaven for Tessa’s Bridal Shower. While they had the bridal shower, the groom, Andy and I went to have a really good and healthy lunch. Then we went for a swim and run. I didn’t swim because it was across a lake and we’re in Gatorcountry. I guess my survival instinct kicked in. I followed them in a kayak. The run was ok although my lower back was killing me again. I really gotta find out what is causing that problem. We had Olive Garden for dinner and that was really good too. We came home pretty late.

Today was a hard day for me. I was pretty tired in the morning and it kind of dragged its way through the whole way. I had two tests today but both of them were pretty easy. My workout was really good today although I wasn’t too pleased with it at the time. Somehow my mood just wasn’t great today. I had a pretty good dinner and now I’m watching Overwatch. Also, I’m looking forward to my week off for spring break!

Today was quite an eventful day. We made a huge cookie in culinary class. I slept a little during PE. Today was the last Panther Hour and I was with the anime club today. In weightlifting class we did the Steeler workout, which is to warm up and max out on bench. Once you did that you drop 10 pounds of your max and start from there to continuously bench press, while every 5-8 reps two spotters drop 5 pounds of the bar. It was painful and it is more of a killing your chest and arms than a proper repping. By the time I was done I could hardly bench just the bar and even push ups felt like a whole workout. After school I was going to the Beast Feast and all I can say about that is that I ate about 20 lbs of meat. It was really good though, I had some gator, bison, pork etc.

Today was a good day. I had a nice breakfast at rotary, I was able to catch up on sleep during my gym classes and the rest of the school day went by pretty quick. As I was starting to ride to the Y I could feel my legs hurting from yesterday. During my back workout it still hurt quite a bit, but I still had a great workout. I made an appointment to get my hair cut on Monday. I also made food after the Y and it was really good.

Today was a really good day. Even though I started out pretty tired and we didn’t do anything in both of my gym classes, I was having a good energy. As I arrived at home I was waiting for a package but it didn’t arrive. It was raining for a short bit but as soon as it stopped I biked to the Y. I was doing leg day today and that energy really helped me through it. I improved in all exercises and it just felt good. We bought about 15 protein bars today because they were over 50% off. I had some eggs for dinner and now I’m going to get some good hours of sleep in.

I woke up kind of tired today. I caught up on sleep though. In Tennis class we were outside and it was just freezing cold. During weightlifting I was benching and after 135 lbs feeling like 185, I decided that it is time for me to end my diet after this day. I still worked out low on energy, but I made it through. During the 4 weeks of dieting I lost a total of 12 pounds and I’m proud. Now, I’ll try to build muscle while slowly gaining weight.

Today was a typical sunday with some twists. We woke up early to go to church but decided not to go because it was too crowded. Instead we went out for breakfast. The food was great but we had to wait a while. At home I talked to my parents and played some video games. Then we went to the Y on the bike. I wasn’t too thrilled to ride my bike and then Andy broke his phone because it fell out of his pocket on the bike. We still rode the bike to the Y. I had a decent workout. At home I did my clothes and made some Schnitzel.

Today started early at 7 in the morning. We drove to Winterhaven to get Andy‘s new car. It‘s a really nice car. Then we went for lunch (greek) before we headed to Orlando. The food wasn‘t too good when you had real greek food before. As we arrived in Orlando we helped Milena to prepare for Cody‘s birthday party. The party itself was really cool and we played cornhole, which is a really nice game. Now, we‘re driving home late at night.

Today was another half day at school. I was able to figure out more about dying my hair and if all goes well, it will be done after springbreak. I made banana bread at home and relaxed for a while before going to the Y. I got some new supplements and I had a really good workout today although I still feel like my bench is weak. After I got home I had a little dinner and made butterscotch fudge for tomorrow.

Today was an amazing day. I was pretty tired in the morning. Luckily, it was only a half day so the teachers didn’t do anything and I was able to catch up on sleep. I was motivated and tried to be more outgoing and played basketball, which I usually totally hate. I was quickly reminded why, because I hurt my finger and it is really swollen now. I was home early and waiting for Weston to pick me up. Weston (my exchange partner from Houston 2016) and his friends went to Disney World and on their way back they visited me. We went out for lunch. I just had an amazing time, I loved every minute. They were telling me that I should totally come by Houston some time and I was tempted just to tag along on their trip right there. Since they were on a tight schedule, after lunch they dropped me off at the Y and went their way. Still, I was just so happy and this just kept me going in my workout. I had a crazy good leg and biceps workout. I also stretched really good and went for a little swim. By the time I was done and we got home, we had dinner and I watched some shows. Overall, just an amazing day, I’m so happy and grateful that they visited me. Here are some pictures that we took. (We forgot to take a group picture though)