My homecoming
It’s been awhile since I’ve made a real update, but better late than never right? I’ve wanted to update this for some time now. I just forgot how to write anything longer than a tweet. Damn you twitter! Haha just kidding.
I’m back home. Home being that I am living in the suburbs with my parents once again when I used to be an independent woman living in LA. It’s been an adjustment for me especially now that I have two young nephews roaming the house several times a week and my parents who like to make sure I’m fed. Living at home has more advantages than disadvantages. I love being in a house full of people. I was raised this way and although challenging at times it beats being by myself most of the time like I was in LA. I love that it helps me save some money since I don’t have major living expenses or the temptation to spend as much as I did out in LA. I hate my commute to work and I miss my independence, but I know the sacrifice is worth it for now. The most important trade off for me is the feeling of stability and security of a home. It has definitely been helpful with dealing with the uncertainties and changes in my lie.
My main focus these days is finding balance in my life. A balanced life to me means having a well-rounded life fulfilling different needs while not overstretching myself. I used to be addicted to being busy and doing too much. Fully taking responsibility for how unhealthy that is, I have taken several steps back and created more boundaries. I love it since I am saving more money, getting more rest, increasing my fitness, while still making some quality time for family, friends, and fun. I apologize to the friendships I have neglected and are not like they used to be, but doing too much is too much. I cannot go out of my way for everyone and everything and I hope they understand. I prefer more of a low profile now. I haven’t had a cold or the flu so far, which means it’s working! Staying healthy has been a challenge and it feels good to finally be succeeding! I’m committed to keeping it that way as much as possible.
It’s amazing how one decision can change your whole life. When I decided to sign up for my first marathon, I didn’t really grasp what I was getting myself into. I joined a training group since I needed the support. I don’t have very many running buddies. Anyhow, learning how to train for a marathon has been life changing and a big challenge. I should be training more than I currently am, but I have made plenty of excuses and I allow myself to be distracted. I am a work in progress with being more self-disciplined, better at planning then following through, and staying focused. I love running while I run and after I run, but somehow I always dread it before I do it. I’m afraid I’ll get tired or won’t be able to finish what I started. I still don’t know how I’m going to run a full marathon yet, but hopefully once I get out of my own way and train harder it will all come full circle. I’m looking forward running the LA Marathon and seeing my family once I cross the finish line. I don’t expect anyone to truly understand why this is important to me. I’m doing it for me and I’m doing it because I can.
That’s plenty of update for now. It’s close to my favorite time of the year, fall and winter! I’m looking forward to all the birthdays and holidays coming up also. Not to mention, I love to dress up for fall and winter! Boots and scarves here I come! So far I’m enjoying where I am on the way to what’s next.
I’m back home. Home being that I am living in the suburbs with my parents once again when I used to be an independent woman living in LA. It’s been an adjustment for me especially now that I have two young nephews roaming the house several times a week and my parents who like to make sure I’m fed. Living at home has more advantages than disadvantages. I love being in a house full of people. I was raised this way and although challenging at times it beats being by myself most of the time like I was in LA. I love that it helps me save some money since I don’t have major living expenses or the temptation to spend as much as I did out in LA. I hate my commute to work and I miss my independence, but I know the sacrifice is worth it for now. The most important trade off for me is the feeling of stability and security of a home. It has definitely been helpful with dealing with the uncertainties and changes in my lie.
My main focus these days is finding balance in my life. A balanced life to me means having a well-rounded life fulfilling different needs while not overstretching myself. I used to be addicted to being busy and doing too much. Fully taking responsibility for how unhealthy that is, I have taken several steps back and created more boundaries. I love it since I am saving more money, getting more rest, increasing my fitness, while still making some quality time for family, friends, and fun. I apologize to the friendships I have neglected and are not like they used to be, but doing too much is too much. I cannot go out of my way for everyone and everything and I hope they understand. I prefer more of a low profile now. I haven’t had a cold or the flu so far, which means it’s working! Staying healthy has been a challenge and it feels good to finally be succeeding! I’m committed to keeping it that way as much as possible.
It’s amazing how one decision can change your whole life. When I decided to sign up for my first marathon, I didn’t really grasp what I was getting myself into. I joined a training group since I needed the support. I don’t have very many running buddies. Anyhow, learning how to train for a marathon has been life changing and a big challenge. I should be training more than I currently am, but I have made plenty of excuses and I allow myself to be distracted. I am a work in progress with being more self-disciplined, better at planning then following through, and staying focused. I love running while I run and after I run, but somehow I always dread it before I do it. I’m afraid I’ll get tired or won’t be able to finish what I started. I still don’t know how I’m going to run a full marathon yet, but hopefully once I get out of my own way and train harder it will all come full circle. I’m looking forward running the LA Marathon and seeing my family once I cross the finish line. I don’t expect anyone to truly understand why this is important to me. I’m doing it for me and I’m doing it because I can.
That’s plenty of update for now. It’s close to my favorite time of the year, fall and winter! I’m looking forward to all the birthdays and holidays coming up also. Not to mention, I love to dress up for fall and winter! Boots and scarves here I come! So far I’m enjoying where I am on the way to what’s next.
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