Yay!

[asphaltcowgrrl]

So, some good stuff to report today.

First, Troy had his yearly review yesterday and it went well. Not that we were worried, but you always get a little nervous about these things if you care about your job. Anyway, he was promoted to designer level 2, which is amazing since he has no formal training as a designer - everything he's learned has been on the job. This comes with a pay bump as well as salary. That last bit is the best news considering all his damn doctor's appointments he has these days. So, he was rather happy last night.

As a bonus, he told his boss that he'd like to start looking into classes to help him better understand the whys and hows of what he's doing. His boss told him that as long as it was work related they'd cover anything from half to the full cost of the class. Score!

I have no doubt you're all sick and tired of hearing about my bike at this point, but I hit a milestone in a way last night. My first 45-minute ride! I was worried that I'd crash at the 30-minute mark but amazingly enough, I made it all the way through to the end and never really struggled once. Also, I didn't swear at or threaten Matt (the instructor) either. That says a lot. LOL

My stats, if you're interested:



This was an endurance ride, so the pace was average, which is probably what saved my flabby butt. Got another 45-minute ride on deck for tonight. Not sure if I can pull two off in a row, so I might cheat and opt out for a 20 or 30 minute ride instead. Feel free to yell at me and tell me I need to stick with the program.

So, that's my good news for the day. What's going on in your world?

P. S. Kaige - I'm up to episode 5 of The Boys now. The bit with the baby in the lab had me screaming with laughter this morning.

Comments

[kaige68.livejournal.com]

I'm so excited for Troy and the salary and the course coverage! As is Caitlin!!!

GO YOU! with the 45 minute ride!! That is so awesome!!! SO PROUD!!!

There are moments when it is the funniest thing. THAT in particular was so funny. I'm thrilled you are enjoying!!!!

[sharpiesgal.livejournal.com]

*gives Troy a high five*

That is awesome news!!

You are doing good, so maybe you should stick with the program. Just listen to your body. It'll let you know whether it can handle another 45 min. ride or not.

I'm dealing with another fun filled day at Wally hell. Wish luck that I don't pull a Zayne and suffer from a major case of hoof mouth disease.

Enjoy the rest of your day.

[thatwasjustadream (from livejournal.com)]

Yay! That's a lot of good stuff, for sure. <3

[haldoor.livejournal.com]

Oh, that is fantastic news! What an awesome thing for him (and you!) after all you guys have dealt with in recent times. YAY!

Sorry I haven't paid much attention to your rides and how you're doing on FB, but I am nonetheless proud of you and that you are sticking to it! Well done, you! Do the shorter ride if you need to; your body will tell you! There's always another day for a long ride, but tackle it if you feel able.

Oooh, what's this The Boys thing? I may have to look it up.

[severina2001.livejournal.com]

Fantastic news all 'round!