I'm suddenly finding myself with time on my hands...

Today I joined 6.5% of Texans/8.1% of Americans as I prepare to file for my first unemployment claim this weekend. The "non-recession" is hitting everywhere, so I was not surprised that as the last in, I would be the first out at work. The good news is that I was treated with an incredible amount of dignity and was even given advanced notice before the pink slip found me. I love the job and hope to return when things get better.

So here's my plan for the next while...until lady luck shines on my again with work:

This week:
Run 6 miles (at least) on Wednesday, 5 miles on Thursday, and rest on Friday
Pack up Harvey's study & Valerie's old room a bit each day to begin the face-lift
Pick out paint colors
Half marathon on Saturday

Next week:
File unemployment claim
Workout more consistently:

• Run 6 miles X 4 days
• Freshen up the bike and ride 1-2 days
• Dust off the Bow-flex and start weight training

Strip wall paper from Harvey's study and Valerie's old room.
Buy paint, tape and whatever else I need
Paint
Cook dinner for my family (take creativity with all the different tastes)
Play a little golf
Oh, job hunt

Check back soon to see how well I do with my goals over the next 10 or so days.