Moving On

I'm taking the time to forgive myself for not being perfect! I apologize to myself for expecting that impossible perfection that truly doesn't exist.

I truly admire those who have themselves "together." It has been a long process to find what works for me and what hasn't. I do believe I have been in this trial and error phase for quite sometime. I put this failure label on myself when I can't win.

Once upon a time I told myself to be patient; that greatness happens with patience. I still find this to be true, but I also now realize that this "greatness" can only happen with working toward my dream. I can't expect a different outcome if I don't change or put the work towards my wants!

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A Setback

The month of February has been my set back.

I'm in the dumps.
I am aloud to feel this way and I want to make every excuse in the world as to why I feel my life is stupid and unfair and whine and blah, blah, blah.

I hate feeling like this, I don't want to have sleepless nights. I don't want to worry. I am exhausted of over thinking. I am tired of emotional baggage attempting to murder my happiness.

I need to reboot... where is my restart button?

I am ready to find balance again.

Simple and Special

I started Day 1 with a vengeance.

I cut out the soda.

I cut out my carbs; like bread and tortillas.

I am on day 11 and my vengeance is dwindling down, but bare with me. I know exactly what is the problem. I am lacking ... can you guess by now? It's the one thing that has kept me where I am... my lack of preparation! Wah-wah-wah!

I obviously know what the problem is and it's time to find a simple solution. I know myself well and if I create a system and color code and over do it. I won't use it and it will be another forgotten attempt in problem-solving my issue.

1. Keep it simple.

For once I am going to use this as the beginning of every issue I may have in the future. I'll let you know how it goes, it may be a turning point for me.

On a special note:

Tomorrow is a big day for my daughter, Annaleigh. She will be a 14 year old and I will be a sobbing uncontrollably mom who will wish to keep her little girl tiny forever. I know I beg time to slow down; every holiday, every school year and at every birthday, but I can't help it. She's my world and yes I know eventually my world will go and do great things with her self and I only pray that she knows that she's amazing and strong and beautiful.

 

 HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Here We Go 2016

2016 you are going to be full of surprises.

This is it, there is no reason to live in the past and dwell over failures or feeling like a 40-year-old divorce cliché/statistic. This is the year I realize how many dreams I want to finally achieve and kick fear on it's ass!

This is the year I make a little dent in my world for myself and I'm feeling pretty confident. I literally sat down and did a packet of papers to leave 2015 behind and decided what I wanted for 2016. Yes, many of us sit down and write down our resolutions, but this time it was different. I went in depth with what I disliked about last year and what I wanted for this year. Whether it's realistic or not I feel empowered and excited to move forward...

I'm rocking 2016 with a word in mind:

#adventure

 

Why this word?

 

For me it means I'm not afraid to take that crazy step forward that seems to always immobilize me in the past. I am ready to have the adventure that allows me to explore my creativity. I am ready for the adventure with my family and friends. I am ready to have the last adventure with my health. I am ready to have the adventure with my life.

 

I walk in 2016 with confidence, excitement and a smile. I think that is all anyone ever needs, especially when you have emotions like mine. 

Simplicity At Its Best

Since Thanksgiving, I have been grateful and enjoyed making memories with my family. Instead of focusing on dieting, I have been enjoying food. I must admit, giving myself leave to indulge in favorite foods, loses it appeal in so many ways.

I have only one goal in mind for my December goals and it's simple too:

Enjoy the month of December.

No pressure on myself.

I do have other little goals, but they have nothing to do with weight loss, such as organizing my daily routines, de-cluttering my room, get a resume done and again spending quality time with my teenager.

A Little Wisdom

Days are just flying by ... I feel like I am looking at my life zip on by and that little thing we call "Regret" is beginning to call to me.

If I want something better I have to push out of my comfort zone.

I turn 40 yesterday... I am waiting for a mid-life crisis to sneak attack me, but I don't have time to dread the future, because right now I want to appreciate the present and as for the past, where I have made mistakes or failed at relationships, I'm taking my experience and taken my lessons with me for my unforeseen future. I'm ready to work on me and love on my daughter and cherish my family and make the most of our moments. Hey look what being 40 has done... do I declare a little wisdom from me?

It's November Already

Did I imagine October?

Let's give an update on my October goals:

October Goals

• Start LCHF
• Lose 5 lbs.
• Food Log
• Ditch Coffee

That's right, I only accomplished 2 goals out of 4.

Yes the coffee goal is kicking my butt, although I am cutting down. As for my LCHF, (low-carb, high-fat) I'm just not prepared like I should be to succeed. Moving those goals to November.

I have a birthday coming up ... The Big 40... I thinking about hiding out in my room, but maybe I'll feel different come November 7.