You know what time of year it is?  Get back into the groove time.

I was really doing well this past fall, then took a break in running for a bit.  Just when I had started up again, I rolled my ankle getting our Christmas tree, which derailed me for almost everything for a good two weeks.  My ankle is still tender, and I expect it will be for a while, but I have managed two good 5k runs in the last week and am confident I can jump as we were having a jumping party with the kids the other night.

I have a few new plans and goals for working out and bringing back Workout Wednesday is the first step.

Second, Hubby is training for the Ottawa Race Weekend Marathon  and at first I was just going to run the 5k, but I think I am going to surprise him by running the 10k.  Shhh… don’t tell him, I love shocking him with my actual running abilities and although I never thought I would want to run more than 5k.  Since I have been running 5k for a while now, I feel the urge to keep going, so I know I can do it.

Third, I have a couple of different training programs I would like to review.  I have heard good things about them, but want to try them out myself before making recommendations.

And this, is the beginning of bringing back Workout Wednesdays.  If you want somewhere to share your weekly workouts, to feel you have somebody to be accountable to this is the place to do it.  If I only manage to encourage you to move for an extra 15 minutes a day, then I am happy.  And for me, I need the accountability too! So grab your running shoes and some great music and get your body moving into 2010.

**disclaimer: I am in no way a Doctor or Physical Trainer. I am going to share with you my thoughts and ideas about how to get into shape again. I strongly advise consulting a medical professional prior to starting any workout routine as well as a professional trainer. I am in no way responsible for any injury you may sustain from trying any of my suggestions.

Last Spring I told you of the loss of an old High School friend Kirk “Big B” Ellard. He has been missed by many, but through his music he lives on. His brother, former band mates and friends organized a benefit concert that was held last night at Greenfield’s Pub in Barrhaven in his honour.

The first band of the set, Sal Piamonte Band. Great band, we had never heard them before, but were totally amazed.

When I asked Hubby if he wanted to go with me for a trip down memory lane, he was all for it. Of course, as the day went on yesterday with all the ice and the warmth of our house, it was a little harder to get him out the door, but once we were there we were both remembering why we love watching live bands play.

We were so thrilled to see all the guys come together to play their old tunes. If you grew up in my neck of the woods (Nepean) in the mid ’80s then I am sure you had at least heard of Fatal Mistake, if not actually heard them play. Into the ’90s they became Soul Tattoo and ironically my girlfriend and I saw them play at Barrymore’s when we decided we needed to see some good live music. I missed them play in Winnipeg when I lived there, only because I didn’t know they were there. Otherwise, I would have been right there.

From the original band of Fatal Mistake and Soul Tattoo: Jason Throop on drums, Matt Minter on vocals and Keith Ellard on guitar.

Greenfield’s was packed to a sold out audience and people waiting outside to get in.

I don’t know this singer, Luigi C. Saracino, but just look at him sing. He was so powerful and we really enjoyed this set.

Truthfully, it was a really awesome night. I got to see some old friends from school and remind Hubby of the people I used to hang out with. You see whenever we go out we run into people from High School that were Hubby’s age (he is 3yrs older) but rarely run into my old friends. Well last night it was payback, he got to be bombarded all in one night. For more photos from this set head over to my flickr page, there are a few more posted there.

And Thank you guys, for a wonderful Tribute and Celebration.