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The Shape-Up

Last week, I didn't show much discipline when it came to my shape-up journey. That's what I'm gonna call this whole weight loss thing. I realize that I don't want to focus on weight alone, but on my life as a whole. My friend Traci brought a new concept to my attention concerning life and growth. One of chasing metamorphosis. Her quest to transform into the beautiful butterfly that she is destined to be, works to inspire me to do the same. It takes work, but what of importance doesn't? As we all know, life is a constant work in progress so there are many chances to find the right path for self, and even more chances to overcome the whole trial and error of experiences past.

I am recommitting myself to myself; meaning, I am going to start anew this week. The taupes has loosened it's hold on me a bit so my thinking is becoming clearer day by day, and with clarity brings new drive. So, back on the journey I go.

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This week we'll hit a milestone. Miss J will have her first day of 1st grade! Time is just flying by. Seems like it was just yesterday that I was speaking of her first day of Kindergarten. Now, its new lessons, new friends, new routines. My little girl is chasing a metamorphosis of her own. Before I know it, she'll be fluttering her little wings far away from the comforts of my cocoon, to explore the world and do great things. Right now, I am enjoying our bond, our life together, and excited to watch her grow and mature each day. She has so many interests... she's such a little person these days. The world surely better be ready for this one.

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7 comments

Shannon  
August 23, 2009 at 8:00 AM

My lil' girl just started 1st grade as well! I love finding parallels in the lives of those I read about day-to-day! You'll have to let us know how the first day/week goes! :)

Radical Selfie  
August 23, 2009 at 6:51 PM

"...any chances to find the right path for self, and even more chances to overcome the whole trial and error of experiences past." Okay, can I get that on a baby-tee, please? What a brilliant quote, Barbara! LOVE THAT!

Yes, Miss J's wings are getting stronger. First grade is a MAJOR milestone! Marley is now in her 3rd week of Kindergarten and I'm still in shock. I'm still taking pictures of the child every day she gets home...LOL. All we do is try to warn people to be ready for the likes of Miss J and Marley, because chiiiile boo...they don't even know!

Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful  
August 24, 2009 at 9:27 AM

I think "Shape Up" is an awesome name.

This week I decided to work on increasing my veggie intake and walking more. I'm a gym rat, but I forget that I can still workout without going to the gym.

N. Angail  
August 26, 2009 at 12:52 PM

I'm with you 100%. Im on a weightloss journey of my own.

Hana Njau-Okolo  
August 27, 2009 at 4:31 PM

Hata mimi, I agree with that term shape up. There are so many areas in my life that need shaping up, I prefer to think of my progress as an all-encompassing experience. I love your outlook.

Jewelry Rockstar  
August 29, 2009 at 3:14 PM

I love the butterfly analogy! I'm so proud of you committing yourself to you.

Congrats Miss J.

Beauty in Rare Form  
September 3, 2009 at 8:22 PM

B,

I'm going to hold you to that "recommitting" yourself to yourself. You know I'm watching because you are so overdue for that!

Ms. J is good and has a lot of us to make sure that her journey to metamorphosis doesn't come as an adult. She will develop as she goes.

You on the other hand, begin tending to that little girl within that has never escaped the hurt and nourish her. Start that NOW.

Love you MUCH
XOXO

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