I don't know about you, but one big threat to my self-care is my inability to say no. Well, it USED to be my inability to say no. I used to over schedule myself to the point of exhaustion and leave absolutely no margins for error or rest. I have a guilt button about a… Continue reading Self-Care & the Holidays: Just Say No
Category: Real-Talk Wednesday
Real Talk Wednesday: My Top 3 Anxiety Remedies
It's no secret that I've been dealing with some pretty heavy anxiety lately (well, since before Christmas) and it's pretty much changed the way I do just about everything. But I have found some remedies that help get me through and I thought I'd share it with you in case it could help you too!… Continue reading Real Talk Wednesday: My Top 3 Anxiety Remedies
One Hundred and Twenty-Eight
It was especially hard to get up for Barre this morning, and it turned out that I was the only one there so it must have been the same for everyone else, too. I try to hit the 6am class about three times a week and so far, I've been very consistent! I'm not a… Continue reading One Hundred and Twenty-Eight
Morning Musings
Well, I'm behind on a lot of things. But yesterday, it was like my motivation stopped by to say "Hey, remember me?" And I got a lot done! Today, I'm sitting here with a to-do list a mile long and I look over at this: I don't know why, but this just seems to be… Continue reading Morning Musings
A Bright New Day
Isn't this beautiful? Guys, I've been struggling! I'm not sure where this version of me came from, but it needs to go back. The fear and anxiety that runs through my head on a daily basis is crazy and it's taking me with it! And right when I decide to start something, whether here or… Continue reading A Bright New Day
Real-Talk Wednesday: My Episode of Hoarders
So, I've been going through a huge closet purge this summer because it started looking like an episode of Hoarders. It feels so great! But is so extremely painful. ha! I'm one of those people that attach feelings and memories to things. Basically, I'm a functioning hoarder. (I still have 30 bins of baby clothes...and… Continue reading Real-Talk Wednesday: My Episode of Hoarders
Real-Talk Wednesday: We Remember our “Missing Man” and We Will Never Forget
Happy Fourth of July! I realize today is a celebration day, and not necessarily like Memorial Day or Veteran's Day, but I just love this story my Mom wrote about my Grandfather! Enjoy! The sky is clear blue, the sun is bright, and a cool breeze gently lifts the leaves on the trees lining main… Continue reading Real-Talk Wednesday: We Remember our “Missing Man” and We Will Never Forget
Real-Talk Wednesday
Did it feel like winter held on for ENTIRELY too long this year? When it snowed mid-April, I was almost convinced the spring would never come. But HERE IT IS! And, I gotta say spring fever is REAL! I am so ready to be out of this house! So far this week we've: Visited the… Continue reading Real-Talk Wednesday
Real-Talk Wednesday: Winter Slump and What I’m Doing to Get Out of It
Anybody else just get tired and weary in the dead middle of winter? I realize now, that spring is right around the corner. But I've been in a total slump lately. And the funny thing is, that I never realize I'm in a slump until I'm almost out of it. But this time, I subconsciously… Continue reading Real-Talk Wednesday: Winter Slump and What I’m Doing to Get Out of It
Real-Talk Wednesday: My Olympics Disclaimer
So, hey there! I'm gonna be real honest with you and say that I fully plan on being completely worthless for the duration of the Olympics! I Love The Olympics! I love watching the games, I love watching our team, I love the commercials, and the drama and everything there is about the Olympics! Do… Continue reading Real-Talk Wednesday: My Olympics Disclaimer
No Delusions of Grandeur 