My first week away

In order to keep my personal training certification, I have to complete a load of continuing education credits and a CPR class every 2 years.  Next June, my credits are due; which meant I had to work on getting those credits this year since baby Whitehead's 2012 arrival will make things a bit more tricky.

Thus, I signed up for Atlanta Mania, where fitness professionals from the South come together for 3 days to exhaust themselves while learning new ideas regarding health and fitness.  I'll admit I was a bit worried that I wouldn't make it through the 3 days, and was also a little concerned about my eating.

The week before I left for Atlanta, Randy and I purchased a new cooler and ice packs. Perfect timing as I decided to get to work 2 days before I left, and  I made breakfast items for a week. I made a gluten free, dairy free cinnamon coffee cake and gf/df apple cinnamon muffins. I individually wrapped a portion for each day in foil, and I'm so glad I did! It was extremely convenient, and gave me the early morning calories I needed for my first fitness class of each day.

getting wrapped

 I was also able to drive to Augusta to spend a few days with my parents and extended family. Mom and I attempted to register for baby items, but it just turned out more frustrating than anything . Baby stuff is super expensive!!

I enjoyed my week away (I slept better than I have in weeks), but I did miss my honey. I had my 16 week check-up last Friday, and am looking forward to Sept. 2nd (20 weeks). Hopefully we will be able to determine the gender of the baby at this next ultrasound..I can't wait!

16 weeks!