New Beginnings and Old Expectations

        In a not so bold move I'm deciding to revamp my class blog into and actual blog about my life. This makes me a total fan girl and I'm proud to admit it but, my inspiration came from John Watson of BBC Sherlock. This blog is about what makes me tick, what makes me happy, what makes me giggle, cry and explode with rage. The way I see it everyone plays a central role in the universe and this is about discovering where I fit in.
         Obviously writing this blog takes much courage and strength because I'll admit that I can judge others all day long, (something I try my best to avoid) but when looking inward I struggle. I have a couple of goals to achieve through the keeping of this blog. They are as follows (only a start):

*Self love
*Discover new skills and talents
*Maintain stronger relationships with others
*De-stress
*Sharpen my mind, body and soul
*Let go of the negative energy in the universe

          Now I suppose it's time to get to the real stuff. It's been a trying 2 weeks or so. My friends and family have all dedicated ourselves to living healthier lifestyles. It's actually been pretty marvelous to start a strict fitness routine. The first few days were awful but I'm in the third week of training for a 5K and I couldn't be any more excited. I can feel myself returning to a place I once knew very well. It's been a struggle to eat better but I know that I'm not alone. I realize that my goals are important enough to accomplish and that skipping a workout or eating something that my body can't use as fuel will only hold me back and keep me stagnant.
           I'm the first to admit that I struggle with change. Change came very rapidly for me and although I thought I was prepared it turns out I tricked myself. I've worked in the same facility for almost six years (technically five if you include a one year gap). We've had A LOT of staff changes but none as rapid as the most recent. Within a week four people have left. Two went to school and will return eventually. The other two have no plans to return. Another is preparing to leave after she gives birth. I'm an emotional person but I tend to keep it in check. I was surprised when my shift ended yesterday and I got a little teary eyed. It's not like we were all best friends, which used to be the case in previous summers in the aquatics department, but they were all pretty great at their jobs and being forced to let new people into my life is never something I look forward to.
           I am super excited for the next few days. I will be leaving for Colorado tomorrow afternoon and I'm looking forward to visiting with family and friends. It will be great to have a chance to run and swim in the altitude once again. My last year of undergraduate study starts on Tuesday and I couldn't be happier. Change is coming and it's time for me to start embracing it.