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Got an email today from my coach, letting me know about the new contest at TBB. It was just what I needed to create a fresh focus; have a little ways to go yet before reaching my goals. Not sure when I will actually post an entry, because I am not certain exactly how fast I can complete my mission, but there is no time like the present to continue on with training.

So, I took a couple of pictures today, to mark where I am now. Also, I'm writing this blog and have gotten my workout calendar organized; I am committed to getting through the Holiday season, having made progress toward my fitness goals.

There are some procedures from kindergarten which are worth keeping! Earning a star for a job well done is one of those. I used to put a star on my fitness calendar for each day I finished everything, but now I have to complete the week to get one. About every other day or so, after waking up a bit stiff or after realizing how many priorities I have to squeeze into a day....I become tempted to skip a part of my schedule. But this is where being faithful comes in. Those virtues such as "responsibility, faithfulness, commitment, etc." are respected for a reason; they are hard to achieve, but they are that which brings character. Character has to be earned and when it is earned, it brings confidence and peace, as well as a natural opportunity to offer leadership to those who are reaching for their goals.

So, why should earning stars matter, when I am the audience of one? Well, first of all, "staying alive" and living well is worth the effort and dedication, but I also realize that I am not an audience of one; none of us live in a vacumn. My friends, family and folks who come here from my website: www.messageofthelighthouse.org are also looking for inspiration. Remaining faithful to any tough goal is hard and one of the most loving things I can do for anyone is make sure that I remain faithful. If I can workout even if I am looking for reasons not to on a given day....well, maybe that can be the hand of friendship to pull a buddy up the hill that is needed. We need to be our own best friend, this is true; but whether we realize it or not, others are watching us and we then have a golden opportunity to be a presence for them which can encourage and inspire.

In a time when doing only what "feels good" has gotten out of hand....we can each try and remember that some "good feelings" involving permanent and lasting change to our bodies, our souls and involving the development of character...well achieving those feelings will bring happiness and satisfaction to last for a lifetime, instead of just for a moment.

So, my gold stars at the end of the week is all about commitment for myself, for what God has planned for my life and for my friends out there....even ones who I have not had the pleasure of meeting in person yet. We are a team here and that is the greatest part of the whole process...which is what we get to share with others, both the tough times and then the victories.

Go with God; Que se vayan con Dios, mis amigos!

Sincerely, Heartsong

I spent some time today reading my journal entries, since starting my journey to fitness with TBB. It brought back memories to scan through the different weeks and recall what were challenges at the beginning of Slim in Six; for instance, I remember how I used to struggle to get through one workout without feeling awful. Today, I have other challenges, such as how much weight to lift, but I can definitely workout for about an hour and really enjoy it as I also enjoy the results of increased energy and decreased inches. So far since May of 08', I have completed the full program of Slim in Six, followed by several consistent weeks of Slim Series and six weeks (so far) of P90. I have also have worked in routines with Shaun T and Chalene, here and there throughout these many months. I am enjoying the variety although I do alternate between cardio and weight bearing workouts, regardless of the trainer I am using for that day.

My program officially begins this week. I have had a chance to review the booklets and study the website to understand what my focus should be at each point of this process of getting fit and slim. So, since I have invested in Slim in Six and Slim Series, I will begin with Slim in Six for the prescribed six weeks period.

I am grateful that I have been able to be consistent in my general workouts. I haven't officially begun the Slim n 6 series yet, but with I have been doing, I do feel much better physically and better about myself as well. I went dancing with my husband last night for the first time in a long time. We had a blast and I was able to see the progress in my stamina.