positivity
i believe in positivity & tend to look on the brighter side of things. until our big move, i have been a cup half full kind of person. this year, i want to get back into that old groove of seeking joy & claiming it as my own. that’s what my newest project, print:: is all about. i also want to share it with you. so- here are some positive changes in my life. maybe they’ll inspire you… it is the little things, right?
:: eating well & losing weight. i wasn’t sure if i wanted to share this part of my life with you because it is such a hard topic for me, but these last several weeks have made such an impact on my life in such a good way. right now i am participating in the six sisters’ get healthy challenge with my close friend, mother-in-law & sister-in-law. i am a believer! weight has always, always been an issue for me, but it is so much easier to stay healthy within a community. for the most part, luke & i eat within the seasons & have an overall healthy diet. i have noticed throughout this challenge, though, that i used to rely on high carb foods & sweets as easy go-to snacks. i have eliminated most carbs & sweets from my diet, avoided dairy products, & lost ten pounds! it feels so good to be exercising regularly, eating well, drinking water & openly communicating with girlfriends. love it.
:: weekly chores. once i read all of your cleaning & organizational tips, i knew i needed to get to work. i have created a weekly chore list that helps me get through the week. before preparing dinner, i try to complete the work that needs to be done for the day. it usually only takes thirty minutes or so & it makes such a difference. i have completed one week of this new routine & i already feel much better.
:: loving fully. it is so easy to not love. i confess that i sink into those patterns of blaming & pointing fingers with very little effort. & that just isn’t fair for the man of my heart. i am so thankful for our partnership & commitment to one another. i am making every effort to forgive more, cuddle more & love fully. it makes life so much richer.
cheers to positivity!
natalie
Natalie Freeman | 20th Feb 12
Cheers to a better year! I love what I am hearing, Natalie. And I want to help you accomplish these goals in whatever ways I can… like mopping the floor. I can already see the change in your spirit. And I like it!
April | 20th Feb 12
I think you are positively awesome, Natalie!!!
abby | 20th Feb 12
This is just heart warming and exciting. Congratulations on all your efforts, Nat! And feeling healthy and strong really can be such a foundational buoy for everything else in one's life. I am smiling hugely for you, and I know you will find that half full kind of girl in yourself again.
Emily | 20th Feb 12
This is awesome. I also had to give myself a kick in the pants after the holidays. I was lazy and borderline depressed the whole month of January. I know that the Spirit is doing a work inside me to help re-form old habits. Giving myself a list of manageable goals to accomplish each day has been a big help in my attitude change. My daily goals sound silly, but checking them off a list everyday feel good. Example: shower, read Bible, cook dinner, clean kitchen, clean one bathroom. 🙂 Silly? Yes, but with two kids sometimes it's hard to get these things done with a smile. I love you, Natalie! I'm praying for you.
heather smith jones | 20th Feb 12
Way to go Natalie, that's awesome!
another feather | 20th Feb 12
i love that you were willing to share this! such important things to tackle and daily put into perspective. thank you for sharing. your boots are lovely as well!
fawn & fern | 20th Feb 12
you go girl! i'm so proud of you/happy for you. 10 pounds, that's amazing!!! yay! i recently decided to stop eating sweets and limit my bread intake as well & i think it's already helping in overall well-being. it's incredible what little changes can do for the big picture. love you. talk soon!
Liz / Tangible Ingredients | 21st Feb 12
You and me both, sister.