Sweet Potato Soup is simmering softly on the stove. I have to admit this is a new favorite of Hubs and I. The smell of cinnamon and bay fills the kitchen. A load of laundry is almost finished and I need to put the groceries away.
Hubs and I got our walk in first thing this morning, it was so damp and foggy, eerie. I ran as much of it as I could, circling back to walk with him each time. My Fit Bit and I are not speaking now, as it didn't even record my extra effort. Oddly, even though I walked/ran further we both got the same mileage and pace... WHAT? Oh well, I know what I did.I'm debating on taking a gym bag and tackling some weights today. Not sure. I always take it with good intentions, and then end up without the time. I feel I probably will, it's not that much more to carry and if it is there, well I might make time during my dinner hour. I really don't feel like I will hit the treadmill any more, simply not enjoying it. It will be my emergency back up for really gross days.
I had such an amazing day yesterday at work. I was blessed to have conversations with several members that have either shared the journey of Europe or my current journey to health. They filled me with passion and joy. Friendships are harder to make as adults, these felt like baby steps in that direction.
After the later conversations I felt much stronger in my conviction that I want to become certified as a YDPP Coach. The change it has made in my life is so powerful, I mean seriously I just typed about running, that I want to be able to share that. To provide that amount of support and love to those people that are on their journey! Not only did she fill my bucket emotionally, I almost cried when she told me that she had felt strongly drawn to visit our Y yesterday, that our conversation and lifted her spirits and given her hope. Wow!
Immediately after I was part of an interview process for another Y. It wasn't the interview that inspired me. It was a question asked of my peers and I. We were asked our "why" for doing what we do. Powerful. I felt my spirit and soul soar listening to them. We are all passionate about making a difference in this crazy old world of ours. We didn't talk about changing bodies. We all talked about spirit, mind and finally bodies. Everything important! We talked about the power of "yes" and supporting others. About being there to support whatever journey they are on.
As I am chopping the veggies that will make Hubs and I lunch and dinner this morning, It dawned on me that I am so blessed. That I am in a place in my life that is fulfilling, nourishing and encouraging! I am married to my very best friend, God blessed me with my soul mate. I have children and grand children that fill me with joy and pride. I have friends old and new that complete me as a person, ones I cannot imagine living without, others that have drifted into my past - but helped shape me just the same. I love my career! I have pups and a kitty that bring me unconditional love and joy.
This journey that is my life... it's full of blessings! Even when it's hectic, crazy, sad, frustrating, and just generally a downer... there are silver linings.
I'm glad I took a moment to count my blessings today, have you counted yours?
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