Women in general are taught to compare, fix, and be perfect, even when wearing a swimsuit. We learn to be ashamed of our bodies, even though it does so many wonderful things for us. Which is why I propose that you practice gratitude -- for all the ways our bodies take us to places, help us ... continue reading...
Finding Your True Freedom
What a splash! Yes, I went skinny dipping for the first time ever! I can honestly say I know what freedom feels like now. When that cool water hit my skin, with no barriers, it was amazing. Being able to have the open sky above me and the fresh air to breathe, left me more exhilarated than ... continue reading...
Leap of Faith
Sometimes even little risks can seem huge. Sometimes small steps outside our comfort zone can send us into panic. But what about the big leaps? This item on my bucket list is something I've been afraid to follow through with. It isn't just a little risk, or a tiny step. It's a giant ... continue reading...
The Finish Line
There have been so many things in my life that I didn't think I could do. I told myself I was too big, too tired, too clumsy, too old, too anything to try anything new. Since I've started my weight loss journey I wanted to change so much. So there I was trying to get through a marathon, step ... continue reading...
Run Like a Child
There are so many amazing things that we forget about in our transitions from childhood to adulthood. How much fun it can be to pop bubbles. Endless questions that can never be answered. The joy of finding the perfect rock to skip. The anticipation of crisp cool water on a hot summer ... continue reading...
