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Hello 23....

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The last week of being 22 was hell. In general, I've never been so glad for a week to end in my entire life and there is no real reasons for that feeling other than I was just over it completely. Excited about the new adventures that 23 will bring and the goals that will be met in this year that will trump all the others. Turning 23 did lead to some butter pecan cheesecake consumption, along with Mexican food, dark chocolate gelato, and a few drinks. Probably not the best decision but it is now out and we are back on the right track.

Aerial yoga on Sunday was AMAZING! For some reason I get this unremarkable feeling of power and strength when I do aerial yoga. I LOVE it! It gives me a different kind of challenge than what I'm training for, it is a mental, balance, soul challenge.

It's Tuesday and out of shear desperation I share some of my deepest, heartfelt thoughts for today. Life is precious. I appreciate this sport because it keeps me healthy, it keeps my mom healthy, it gives my family inspiration to be healthy. I appreciate the time our readers take to take care of their minds, bodies, and souls. Your health is so important. Your heart health is important. As I pounded on someone's lifeless body this morning I had my deepest talk with Jesus. I prayed for him, I prayed for his family, I prayed that the Lord would please just let this man come to life here on the floor. Today's experience gives me a restored drive to make this world a healthier, heart conscious place. You are your heart, body, and souls keeper. You are your bodies best friend or worst enemy. When exercising and eating healthy seems hard and not worth it to you, think of your family, so it for them. Think of your spouse, your mom, your kids, think of whatever drives you to be better and make the decision for them. You can do anything! I will help you do anything!

Make yourself better for you today.....

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