change, forgiveness, Health, Motivation, Self awareness, The Journey, Uncategorized, Weight Loss

I Have Been Here Before

Five years ago yesterday I quit smoking; this was a significant life event for me.  I started smoking when I was seventeen; I was forty-eight when I quit.  I had stopped a few other times in my life but always went back to smoking within a year.  Hitting my five-year quit anniversary is exciting!  Quitting… Continue reading I Have Been Here Before

change, college, Motivation, online degree, Self awareness, The Journey, Uncategorized

Back to School Part 2

Going to school now actually is realizing a dream for me, going for something that will allow me to change careers and reach my goals. I mentioned in my post the other day that looking for a school to attend that is 100% online is not for the faint of heart, it is a jungle… Continue reading Back to School Part 2

manners, parties, Self awareness, Time, Uncategorized

Rant Ahead – RSVP

I do not generally use my blog to rant, but I am so frustrated by the seemingly lack of consideration that I am experiencing right now. When did it become OK to not RSVP to an invitation?  Did people forget that money is being spent, that plans are being made?  If you do not RSVP… Continue reading Rant Ahead – RSVP

cooking, The Journey, Time, Uncategorized, Weight Loss

When cooking is not your thing

  Cooking is not my thing, I mean I really dislike doing it.  When I was not watching my weight it was easy, just eat whatever is handy, or order delivery, anything to not have to think about what to eat.  Now that I am trying to eat better and feel better, I have to… Continue reading When cooking is not your thing

friendship, love, Pets, Uncategorized

Love is all we need

Happy Valentine's Day!  Some call this a Hallmark holiday; I say use this day to feel the love around you no matter who shares that love.  Right now, I am surrounded by my pets, now that is true love :). ♥♥♥

cancer, Health, The Journey, Uncategorized

When Hate is not Too Strong a Word

I want to write some poignant words today about Cancer and how awful it is, but really this is all I can think to say.  I am speechless in my sorrow.

The Journey, Time, Uncategorized

I’ll Second That

Today is the - 2nd day of the 2nd year of the 2nd half of the 2nd decade of the 2nd Millennial A.D.

Motivation, Self awareness, The Journey, Uncategorized

The Only Thing Constant is Change

The title of the contribution today is attributed to a Greek Philosopher, Heraclitus.  He is known for his philosophy that everything is constantly in flux, like the flow of a river.  I do not know much about Heraclitus, but I do agree with the idea that change is constant. I work in an industry where… Continue reading The Only Thing Constant is Change

Motivation, Running, The Journey, Uncategorized

Boston Strong

To all of those running Boston today.  You own the finish line.  Have a great race!

Health, Motivation, Running, Self awareness, The Journey, Uncategorized, Weight Loss

Cheaters never win, and…

I found out today that someone I have run with in the past has cheated in several races.  It really disturbs me that someone would do this. My journey to get healthy through running, exercise, and better eating has been pock-marked with successes and failures, I could never imagine cheating myself out of this journey.… Continue reading Cheaters never win, and…