My Village. I am so lucky to be right where I am. Thank You.

I can't express often enough how lucky I am to have wonderful people in my life. For me, staying focused and on the right course is so important to me, and the truth is, I can't do it alone. The African proverd- "It takes a village to raise a child" is true in more than just child rearing. I need this village of amazing people to push me, encourage me, and call me out when I slip. I also need this village to help watch the amazing 4 year old boy that needs his Mommy to find balance in this world and create the healthiest possible life for him and his sister to thrive in. A round of thanks goes out to all the wonderful people who do these things for me, or have offered to do these things. I couldn't devote as much time to training with out you, I would not have the resources to pull from with out you, and would not find success with out you. Thank you.

I consider myself an audio processor, I love to talk things out. I will talk your ear off if you can put up with me. Rach and I have made it weekly tradition to head to A2 for the best opportunity we can find to buy organically, and support the Michigan economy by buying as much local products as we can find. I cherish these trips for many reasons, aside from the company shopping, I love the 2 hours of conversation this provides. We talk. Really talk. We talk about the kids, the challenges, their eating habits, their growth, their favorite foods of the week. We exchange ideas, bounce around thoughts and dreams, and best of all, she keeps me in check. (I hope I keep her in check too) I need to process things out loud, it helps me organize my brain. From books to movies to magazine articles. I need people in my life that I can talk to about all the mixed information out there.

I did not work out today. I have been feeling a little on the horrible side, and it is all my own doing. I introduced my body to beer last night, and let's just say that was not my best choice. Today my body is making sure my brain realizes what a poor decision I made. So far, coffee and beer are on my list on enemies.

Tomorrow is typical Monday. A quick workout, reff 2 basketball games, and then swim. I can't wait to swim! I love swimming with Teresa and Ashley. I think I am going to bring my camera and give it to Ash to take pictures since she always finishes before Teresa and myself, I am trying to document as much as possible from this journey.

I am excited to begin a new week and see what possibilities await. Inside all of us is HOPE,