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A Pre-Dated Post (12.02.2012)

So, I’ve finally convinced myself that I need to start exercising here.  It’s only been like a month and a half.  I don’t really want to pay for a gym membership that I may or may not end up using, so my beloved eliptical machine is not an option:  Instead, I’ve decided that a combination of running/jogging/trying to run and pilates led by an instructor on video.  If you know me, you’re probably aware of the fact that I cannot run.  I’m not really sure if it’s supposed to be an innate ability, but I don’t think my issues with the act are normal.  I look ridiculous doing it, I tend to forget to breathe (this is an all the time thing though), and I get shin splints.  Another problem might be that I don’t know how to pace myself, if I’m going to run, I’m going to really run.  Sad story, I know.

In order to convince myself to do something, I often have to bribe myself to do it.  In this case, I decided I’d run to Parque Agua Branca (the one with the birds).  I had heard that there are venders there selling organic coffee and breads on Sunday mornings.  However, today was the “Festival of Summer”- aka there were tons of people there to see me attempt to run.  Whatever.

I bought a coffee and sat down somewhat away from the crowds.  I then noticed that there was a chicken seated at the next table over.  After that, a peacock casually strolled past.  Things like that remind you that you’re in South America, even in São Paulo (that is, if you forget that these birds are kept here by the Department of Agriculture).