Happy New Year!

Today I headed back to work. It’s virtual, of course, but it is still back to the routine (sorta). So, I dusted off my journals and added my blog back to my list of things to do.

I think it is important to not just accept, but also to EMBRACE the concept that sometimes you will not finish what you start, at least not right away. I have every intention of writing, journaling, and blogging every day. I did a pretty good job, for awhile. I cheerfully abandoned my routine when the holidays began. I eased off the exercising. I ate and drank what I pleased. I have been completely aware of the fact that my choices have consequences.

So…I am not going to operate in a realm of regret. That is a waste of energy. Instead, here I am…beginning anew at my intentions. I did have a smidge of shock this morning when I did my New Year Weigh In. I got a new scale for Christmas (by request). My antique plastic one is what I have been using to measure the progress since August…according to that, I have gained four pounds…the new scale is what shocked me a bit…it weighs about eight pounds heavier (this is probably more accurate) than the old one. I am not going to despair, however, because—again—wasted energy. My goal to hit my target is July…I have time. I get to choose how I go from here…breakfast was lovely, so is lunch. I am not dismayed, but I am starting again. I am resuming my blog with an added intention of putting up my recipes one day at a time. I am journaling which I hope will be a segue into other types of writing. I have purchased the necessary pieces to my skin care regimen…I have laid out my clothes.

The point is…don’t be abashed because you fell down! Or even if the wagon you fell off of backed up and ran over you a couple of times. Focus on the getting up and starting again. That is where the power is. Of COURSE you can do this…you might need to restart a few times…or your goals may change.

Just don’t give up…