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Living Solefully:: Day 29 Renewal

29 Oct

So we won’t tell that we took a rest from 31 days the last week… It’s kind of like that old adage “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all”. Well I figured if I didn’t have anything inspiring to say I best not say anything. Blogging 31 days is not easy to say the least. I have tons of ideas… I’m constantly thinking “Ooo I could blog about this…make that…post a video..etc etc, but by the time I finish being a mommy, career woman and wife the brain seems fried!

It has been a crazy week. Lots and lots of activities and trying to get back on track with my workouts. I began marathon training this week. I will be revealing my spring marathon on Tuesday! The school marking period ended on Friday so #1 had 4 tests this week. ((Can someone remind me am I the one in school?)) The kiddies had all of their usual after school stuff…gymnastics, ballet, jazz, family bingo night and oh yea I work part time as well! We celebrated #3′s 5th birthday! Which if I do say so myself I did a great job! The decorations, cupcakes, goodie bags, etc etc all Sock Monkey themed for a gymnastics party. He was so happy and the kids had a blast. Pictures and details of that event to come later.

But the big news for me was Tuesday I made my confirmation as a Catholic. It was a very emotional experience. The most fulfilling thing I have done for myself in a long time. The Bishop anointed each person individually. He took the time to
speak to use and ask questions. It was like kneeling in front of the Pope. It took me over 16 years to find the spiritual place where I belong. At the age of 40 I was finally ready to dive in, explore, question and open my heart.
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My SIL Jennifer was my sponsor and I am very honored that she stood up with me. She is without a doubt a christian role model for me and my children. Emily at Jones Design Company has some beautiful prints that sing to my heart that I thought I would share. I am giving this lamp print to the Decon at my church who has taken me through my confirmation process and the scaraments. He is an amazing individual who did not convert until he was 30 years old. So he could appreciate my situation and the questions I had. It’s always so wonderful how god brings people into our lives. Even if the journey is brief, their presence can leave a lasting imprint.

print {via Jones Design Company}

So my message for the last seven days is Live Solefully by finding a place in your heart for spiritual renewal. What ever religion sings to you! xoxo~ Deana

Living Solefully:: {Day 20 and 21} Express Yourself!

22 Oct

Had to sneak two days together….shhh don’t tell.  Not sure if those of you in cyber land know this about me but I am a nut when it comes to my hair.  A few philosophies I have about it.  1.  It grows back.  Crazy right…but true.  2.  Color, natural color?  what’s that. 3. Change it up! Express yourself.  ♥

I have had more hair cuts, bad die jobs than one can count.  Many self-induced box colors, or “sun in”.  Two years ago when I had my pixie cut I begged my colorist to make me a platinum blonde.  She was 100% against it.  Warned me I would look washed out like an albino.  But I was determined and you know what they say “the customer is always right”, so she did it.  My hair was the cross between blonde with some strawberry blonde to it.  All I could equate it to was the heat miser! 

 

I hate to share this secret…don’t tell…move closer to the monitor so no one else can read.  I’m not a natural blonde!  Oh did I just write that.  Never.   I love being a blonde but have been feeling like a blonde-aorexic.  What is a blonde-aorexic; noun: An individual, usually a female addicted to dying or highlighting their hair blonde to which no resemblance of their natural color is found.  Yup that’s me.  If I could form a club, an Blonde-Aroexic-Anamyous…I would.  BAA, catchy isn’t it!

So with that said I set off to my hair dressers yesterday photos in hand for a chat and a new do.  I have been growing out a pixie cut for the last year and a half and have not cut my hair since December of last year.  It was in need of some maintenance.  It has been breaking off and looking straggly.

Looking a little greenish…very unhealthy.
My wonderful colorist..after speaking with me and looking at my pictures said…”ok your mentally ready for this”.  Isn’t that funny?  Here’s Tatum mixing the color…no turning back now.

mixing the color...no turning back now.

After the color…I had a hair cut and got about an inch taken off.  My only request for the cut was that  it needs to be able to go into a pony tail for working out.   New fall look courtesy of Tatum and Jade at Adam Broderick Salon and Spa.
 

Jess at allora handmade went from long curly locks to a cute pixie cut.  I had the pixie last year and loved it… although my hubby likes longer hair…so I was growing it out for him {kinda}… anyway Jess inspired my new look!  The pixie may be next.  So take a risk, take a chance…Live Solefully by being adventurous today and expressing yourself!

Enjoy the weekend!

Living Solefully Day 20:: Remember

20 Oct

The little man a.k.a “the turkey”, “monkey” “butter cup”  my baby… turned 5 today.  Crazy how time flies, seems like only a year ago I was pregnant and trucking off to the hospital.

a quick pic before leaving for the hospital to be induced…. 10/20/2006
Here’s the little man on his 1st birthday!
we went apple picking for his first birthday…

and then there is today! All grown up… so excited to be having a birthday and this weekend his first big boy party! Where does the time go?

today a small family b~day celebration…

Gotta love him pushing away his older brother so he can blow out the candles!

 
So for today, Live Solefully by Remembering.  Take time to remember all of the good things in our lives.  Those tiny moments that shape our very being.  If we always are looking forward we may forget where we have been!
Happy 5th Birthday to a little boy who makes me smile every day. xoxo~ Mom

Living Solefully:: Day 8 Guilt Free Indulgences!

8 Oct

My motto for today…Indulge! Living Solefully means sometimes we need to be true to ourselves.  Give into your wants…small indulgences…allow yourself to enjoy that sweet moment.  No excuses, no explanations needed…NO guilt! This is your free pass.. What will you do with it?

Have Your Cake and Eat it Too?

Go Shoe Shopping Just Because?

Or Enjoy Nature and Walk Outside?

Crack that book your dying to read?

The world is your oyster!  Live Solefully and Indulge Today! What will make your heart sing?

31 Days of Living Solefully

1 Oct

Happy October first everyone!!!  I am doing something crazy and fun for the next 31 days.  I am committing to writing a post everyday.  But not just any ol’ post.  I am linking up with other bloggers and doing a series of posts on 1 specific topic.  Are you ready to know what I chose?  Do you want to be inspired for the next 31 days…. Welcome to…

So what does that mean you ask?  What will I read about?  Well, I have been anxiously awaiting this series because the topics are endless.   The dictionary defines the word Soul noun \ˈsōl\ 1. the immaterial essence, animating principle, or actuating cause of an individual life 2. the spiritual principle embodied in human beings, all rational and spiritual beings 3. a person’s total self 4. an active or essential part 5. the moral and emotional nature of human beings 6. the quality that arouses emotion and sentiment.

So to me Living Solefully is all about living life with purpose.  Enjoying each moment, the good, the crazy, the humorous.  It’s about doing the little things that feed you soul (a.k.a. sole).  During the month I might have some crafting tutorials, fashion advice, or talk about getting in touch with your spiritual side.  I will keep the posts as brief as I can, because they will come everyday.  It’s going to be great!  So strap on your best heels, bookmark this landing page and get ready for an inspired month of Living Solefully!

Happiness in the Present?

5 Aug

So this was my first week back to some type of physical fitness after my 4 week hiatus dealing with Lyme or whatever I have had.  Sunday I logged my first run since my 10 miler a month ago in the 90 degree heat at the Jersey shore.  I ran 3.25 miles. 

p.s.~ my garmin didn't kick on the satellites until.75 miles into my run... :)

It was a beautiful summer evening I went out at about 7:45 pm.  A cool, crisp sunset.  I ran between a 10-9:30 minute mile.  The pace felt good, but I definitely knew I’d been out of the game a while.  My mind said so farther, but I knew my limits… for once… (yea me :) ) I didn’t want to set myself back.  So today I decided it was time to get my sorry butt into the gym.  Ugh- the first day back is always rough.  Whether it’s after being sick or partying on vacation, it’s rough.  I dove in feet first and worked out with my “workout warrior friend” who I have missed terribly (wink, wink & smooches) and my awesome trainer (huggs♥).   So the workout was h~a~r~d… it sucks sometimes.  You feel like you take 20 steps forward ( yea me) and then 10 back feel (boo hoo).  But those 10 steps feel like a million.  But I did it.  I  felt slightly light-headed and nauseous the sign of a good work out ((not normal to think like that right?)) But after my stretch I was talking to my trainer.  I was complaining about how I’m so behind in training for my fall marathon in Oct, that it might have to just be a 1/2 marathon instead.  We were rehashing all of the events of the last 3-4 months.  Marathon training for 4 months…then the marathon…injury…rehab…switching to trying to be learner and focus on strength training, etc etc.  It’s been slightly exhausting. 

She was very honest with me…saying “Deana you’ve been going for months and months, training for a marathon, pushing yourself to strength train and get leaner.  Your happiness meter rides on 3 lbs that come and go depending on the week.  Sometimes you need to take a step back and assess where you are and maybe just be happy with that”.  Wow that’s a concept.  Be happy where I am.  Is that possible?  In terms of life in general I think I am.  I have come to terms with not going for a FT job right now, there seems to be a higher power keeping me where I am.  So I’m going to enjoy that I have this awesome PT job that is flexible.  I am happy that I work with doctors who respect me and what I provide as a dietitian and diabetes educator.  That’s not something to take lightly.  Also I have been working on my spiritual and prayer life and that has really opened up a whole new world to me.  I am learning to become more grateful for the larger things in my life and not sweating the small stuff.  That’s HUGE for a type A’er like me.

But in terms of fitness I’m always looking for more of myself.  It’s just never good enough.  Hummm.  That’s one to really ponder.  So I ask you my fellow fitness friends, moms, wives, type A’ers… can you just be happy where you are in life, fitness, career, your role as a mom?  I would love to know.

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