Friday, June 1, 2012

Jump!!


NaBloPoMo asks today…
What is the first thing that pops into your mind when you hear the word jump?

     The very first thing that pops in my head when I hear the word jump is the classic 1984 hit performed by Van Halen.  What can I say; I am a kid of the 1980’s.  Almost simultaneously I think about the fact that I would rather not jump, thank you very much.  You won’t catch this lady jumping out of any airplanes or off of any tall buildings anytime in the near future.  I like my limbs the way they are all in one piece and heights tend to scare the living be Je$us out of me in general.


  
       In fact, you won’t find me jumping period.  I am no longer 18 and in shape.   Jumping requires more exertion than I care to do at this point in my life. Jumping equals sweating, which equals gasping for breath, which inevitably results in feeling as if death may soon over take me.  Excuse me while I toss my cookies in the corner.  Whenever I get ambitious and decide to work out, you can bet I am groaning and doing the modified version whenever Bob Harper of the Biggest Loser decides that jumping jacks are the next thing on the agenda.  I know  if I attempt them, I will be dying after about 3. I absolutely hate jumping jacks.  They honestly should be outlawed. 


    
       Jumping is for ladies whose b00bs haven’t already started heading south, or those who have had implants whose b00bs don’t move at all.  That leaves me out .   Jumping is for the physically fit and ambitious, which also leaves me out.   I never could jump a rope to save my life, and you can bet your bottom dollar I won’t be jumping anytime in the near future until next time when I give you another glimpse into the life of a trucker’s wife.


20 comments:

  1. I wish I looked like that lady with the spread legs:( I don't jump either. At this pont in my midlife, I'm afraid of FALLING. I slipped in my slippers on Christmas and was shocked at how easy it was to wrench your back. Even when you fall in slow motion.

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    1. Sandra, even when I did used to look like that lady I couldn't jump like that!! I am with you on the fear of falling. It is amazing how a little slip can really throw a person for a loop. I stumbled one Thanksgiving morning and screwed up my back for the next 6 months. It was awful!! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments. ♥

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  2. I probably can't jump any more either, but after 2 bad falls, I have wonky knees that threaten to dump me over at any time. But, it sure was fun remembering when I could jump. LOL

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    1. Darlene, I have never been much of a jumper. No coordination and not very athletic I am afraid. I had a jump rope when I was a kid, but I never mastered the stupid thing. :P Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments!♥

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  3. I also thought of that song right away!
    I started strongly disliking jumping jacks right after my daughter was born. New mom bosoms don't take well to them & being in the military, I couldn't avoid them! I also discovered that the bladder doesn't take well to jumping in my old age, either. Learned that one last fall when I went on a giant inflatable jumpy pillow with my nieces & nephew.
    I like my gravity, thanks!

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    1. Lisa, no the ole bosom goes to hell in a hand basket after kids. LOL Mine blew up like balloons and stayed that way. I am still wondering WHY! LOLOLOLOL My kids always laugh at me when I am dancing around. They are afraid one day the stupid things will give me a concussion. Wouldn't that be something to explain?? LOL Thank you for stopping by to read and for your kind comments!! ♥

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  4. Would you guys think that I was nuts if I told you that I run along trails in the woods and jump over fallen trees and dodge tree limbs and jump down hills and scramble up rocks - LOL! I bet anyone that sees me thinks that I am a crazy middle aged lady. Oh, well.

    Hey- I see the little blue bird. Gonna follow you on Twitter!

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    1. Libby, WOW I would say you were awesome. My grandma used to do crazy stuff like that. I think she was part squirrel as fast as she moved. LOL Thank you for following me on twitter. I will follow you back. :D Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments.

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  5. I think of the Van Halen song too. And yes, jumping jacks are plain evil.

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    1. JoJo, Amen! We are so in agreement on both counts!! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments! ♥

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  6. I love that song. I'm with you on jumping. For me, it is not a pretty sight! XOXO

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    1. KAT, you are funny!! LOL Jumping for me isn't pretty either. I am more of a small hopper instead of an all out jumper these days. :D Tag I am it?? Oh boy!! That looks pretty involved! Thank you, I think! LOLOLOL Thank you for stopping by to read and comment. I will have to give this tagging business considerable thought and tackle after a full night's sleep. ♥

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  7. I used to love jump rope when I was little but now ... barely! If I am happy ... I love to jump up and down :-)

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    1. Journey of Life, now that you mention it I have been known to hold hands with my 11 year old daughter and hop about sing songing "yay yay yay!!" I am sure it is a sight to behold, but as of yet I have only pulled this stunt in the comfort and privacy of my home! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments! ♥

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  8. LOVE that song! Haven't heard it in forever! I laugh at your song choice and mine. Clearly you were the rocker and I was the club girl! :) As for jumping, I'm with you, unless of course I hit the lottery then I suspect my body will be doing all kinds of things!

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    1. Magical Mystical Mimi, I loved the song you chose as well but it wasn't technically the first one I thought of so I didn't think I should use it or put up two. I hadn't heard this song in forever either, but it was the first one that popped into my head. :D Thank you for stopping by to read and for your comments. It is always nice to see you!! ♥

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  9. Jumping is for ladies whose b00bs haven’t already started heading south, or those who have had implants whose b00bs don’t move at all.

    True ... or for ladies who have tiny ones that dont swing to their own damn music all the time

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    1. Phoenixritu, I forgot about that group! LOL Thank you for stopping by, reading, and adding your 2 cents to the mix and for giving me a giggle to start my day! :D ♥

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  10. Oh Kathy, I really enjoyed this! I'm sitting here sweating with out moving anything except my fingers (I know that sounds rude - but I'm typing and I live in India and it's HOT). The thought of jumping in to anything other than a pool or a tub of ice is beyond me! :)

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    1. Corinne, I bet!! I would be sweating to death! I can't tolerate the heat very and am very susceptible to heat stroke. I have had several over the course of my life. I am so pleased you stopped by! Thank you for your kind comments!♥

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