Work out, schmerk out

Welcome!
I am a newbie - I admit it - almost like it should say "virgin" next to my name or something -
I am slowly entering the world of technology! I realize it is a much more lengthy process for me than most but the way I see it, everything will continue to change and I will have time to catch up eventually! (I can't believe I wrote that - I sound 80 or something. What kind of thinking is that???)
Speaking of technology, I have been considering a new cell phone with the key pad or "qwerty" as true techie people know it since I am just beginning to realize the great benefits of "texting." It wasn't too long ago that I chastised the texters of the world and now they can look at me and say "told ya' so." Yes, it is addicting and Yes, I actually do enjoy a good text message. There, I said it - Hypocrite - I know. I have even discovered the joy of NOT spelling out entire words like L8R or LOL! It used to annoy me and I was contributing it to the downfall of society when adolescents didn't spell things out - what happened to the 3 R's in education? Are they too lazy to spell out "you are" but things change and sometimes we eat crow. "UR rite" and I am wrong!
Which brings me here to a blog...
I wonder what I should do with it? For now, I think it will really be as it is named - a lot of nothing! One of my favorite words for some reason is oodles so there you have it - oodles of nothing. I apologize in advance if you have high hopes for something extraordinary. I may find a recipe or two to post, maybe relate a funny story or two but solving the issues of the world is highly unlikely.
One thing I can guarantee is that I will use this as my personal sounding board for motivation to work out. I need you! You see I have these awesome friends who have convinced me to take the plunge and train for a freakin' 1/2 marathon. What??? I like to complain, am horribly out of shape, am 34 years old and have decided to do WHAT? I have 11 months to go and already I am thinking "what have I gotten myself into???" This oughta be good - stay tuned.
Your posts are welcome - they might help me see through the craziness.

P.S. - I did my first workout from Couch to 5K tonight - I can see myself crossing the finish line - arms in the air just like on Chariots of Fire - go ahead, sing the theme song. You know you want to!