According to Christi’s mirror, you never fail until you give up. Well, I give up. 
On a plus note, I’ve gone to the fitness center at work the last two days! It kind of feels like I get out of working 8 hours a day. (Really I don’t, but it feels that way.) Add swimming laps at the Y, which I enjoy doing, and I’ve exercised 3 out of the last 4 days! But I’ve realized that I need goggles and new shoes. Suggestions on the kind of shoe I should get? Walking/running/cross-training — I’m leaning toward walking. Brand? I don’t think it matters much. Where should I shop at?
And a thanks to Jeff for his words of wisdom.