One Year Later

Has it really been a year?  Wow...

Well, as I find myself clawing my way out of a year of hell, I look to the excitement this year promises...

Mountain Shore Craftworks seems to be taking off, in spite of not participate in Holiday Bazaars this past season.  I'm finding my small foot hold in the big, wide world of crafters/artists and even though some of "my" ideas have been hitting the market before I have had a chance to put my stamp on it, I am continuing to grow and hone in on my artistic skills.  I am in complete bliss when working in my art space and because of this, expect to see great things coming out of that little room!

The market, however, is NOT favoring Dream-A-Theme Parties.  I shrug it off, knowing not every idea can make it.  I have done a party here and there, but nothing like I wished which, honestly, is totally okay with me.. for now...

As I said, this year wasn't good and I always seem to let my body be an indicator of that.  Embarrassingly, I am currently at the weight I was shortly after giving birth to Zayah (who is now 6).  It's really not easy for me to write about this because I am very private when it comes to really exposing my true physical self to the world.  But I have learned a valuable lesson this past year and that is a little inspiration goes a long way for people who are searching for a little bit of hope in their lives.

I am not "Biggest Loser" fat, but I could stand to lose 50 pounds.  In 2010 I ran a marathon, and now I can hardly run a quarter mile.  I have found that it's almost "easier" for those who have NEVER been athletic to get there once they grab hold of their motivation.  I struggle with the, "I used to be able to.." thoughts and these really drag me down. 

My continuing inspirational pick-me-ups come from my BFF in California.  She was not a runner.  Her body isn't a typical "runner's body" and here she is going on her, what, 5th(?) half marathon.  She looks better now than she ever has!  She has started a Facebook group called "Kiss My Pace" that has women of all athletic abilities contributing inspiration, hardships, and support.

I have officially signed up for a half marathon in June to jump start me getting my body back to healthy!  Today is day "zero" for me.  This means, I am continuing as I have been, but being extremely mindful of how I feel and really seeing my bad habit triggers.  I should probably post a picture so the visual can be clearer for when I do finally get back to where I want to be, but I can't.... Just know that I can only fit into 2 pairs of my pants and old t-shirts.  I don't sleep well and I am constantly feeling like I am walking through mud.  And no, I don't have the flu, but as long as I continue being this way I am sick...

I really hope that my blog this year can help inspire and support family and friends who are also "sick".  Before I end this post I want to say, celebrate EVERY accomplishment, even if it is as small as taking 5 more steps today than you did yesterday.