It’s my last night home alone after 8 days without my family. How do I spend it? Inviting girlfriends over? Going out on the town? Really living it up in my neck brace? Nope – I’m spending it at home, in the company of my pets, with candles lit, fireplace on, soft music in theContinue reading “The Beauty of Receiving”
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The Gift of Pain
As I sit here on Easter morning, bathed in gorgeous California sunshine, I am overwhelmed with joy and a deep sense of renewal. I feel a tremendous sense of hope. I have been so immersed in physical agony over the last few months, that to sit here without pain, able to freely use my leftContinue reading “The Gift of Pain”
Stillness
Well friends, I am sitting here recovering from my second surgery in the past few months, and I struggle with a cacophony of emotions. Deafening thoughts and feelings banging around in my mind, unable to be calmed by the rhythmic pounding of my feet against the earth with the cadence of my heartbeat pumping in myContinue reading “Stillness”
Celebration and Gratitude
My intention this morning was for some quick hill repeats after I dropped the kids off to school. I was feeling a bit tired, so I wanted to get my 35 min of fasted cardio in and call it a day for exercise. There is a peaceful regional park near the school with miles ofContinue reading “Celebration and Gratitude”
Simplicity
My weight loss journey has taught me many life lessons in the last 7 months. I have learned about resiliency and relentlessness. I have learned about sacrifice and perseverance. I have learned to give myself grace while holding myself accountable. I am 28 pounds down and still losing. I am redefining my mental image ofContinue reading “Simplicity”
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