Good Afternoon all,

Today I’d like to share some of my thoughts about appreciating where you are, your progress, and letting things go.

This morning as I was driving to work I realized once I start March I’ll be starting what will be my sixth month living a healthy lifestyle. April 3rd will be the official day that I’ll have completed 6 months of living this lifestyle- to me that is a huge achievement. I always knew I could do it, but a part of me never thought it would actually happen. I’m so proud of myself.

Last week was the week I returned from my vacation in Jamaica and I was having a hard time adjusting and getting back into my routine. I again was craving sugar - a poison that had be re-introduced to my system while on vacation. Honestly I kept trying everyday to get motivated again but it was hard, I kept doing my best, but my best was no where near as good as it was before my vacay.

On the weekend I caved. I was at a lovely engagement party and they had the best cookies and cupcakes I’ve ever had there- I totally caved. I woke up the next day and thought “no more, I gotta get my motivation back and hit the gym”. I didn’t hit the gym, and then on top of that I ate some bread - which is not the end of the world, but I was worried that I was on a down hill slope. I thought: Is this the beginning of the end?

The truth is it could have been the beginning of the end if I let it be. First day of the week after that and I packed my lunches as usual and kicked my own ass at the gym, but I went back to the gym I started at and found that being back where I set my original intentions and goals for myself made me feel stronger - I worked out harder than I had in a while. I also did hot yoga that night with a very supportive friend. I immediately felt better, not only that, but I actually instantly looked better too.

After starting to feel strong and empowered again I felt I had found my motivation again- what a wonderful feeling.

While reflecting this morning I thought - It’s almost been 6 months, there is allowed to be ups and downs, that was just a down time for me. The trick is to keep picking yourself up again. Today I’d like to appreciate where I am and I’d like to plan something to reward myself with when I reach the 6 month mark - April 3rd.

I’ll also be posting a new 6 month progress photos spread. I can’t wait.