WeGo Health: My Dream Day

Day 14: Describe Your Perfect Day

Being jobless in Canada has given me many opportunities to day dream.  There is nothing I want more than to find a job to pay off the interest rate of my student loan (which is required for me because I am late making payments, and have used up all of my deferral options, because I can not find work. Gotta love the great circle of Life Debt)so that I can continue with my schooling and finally graduate! But, I remain hopeful and the job search continues. With that being said and done...

My perfect day consists of awaking to the sweet, rushing sound of crashing waves and the rich aroma of perfectly blended coffee already brewing that my love prepared for me.  I have no chronic pain.  My body feels healthy.  The weather would be warm with a slight beach breeze.  Our master bedroom would be over looking the ocean, as would our children's bedrooms, also.  My children would be enjoying a healthy breakfast and playful banter among themselves while waiting for me.  My husband greets me with a kiss and a hug (and a coffee lol).  

After breakfast, we all head out for our morning walk along the beach with our playful dogs. When my husband goes back into the house to get ready for work, the kids and I would do some Yoga, together on the beach. Then, I drive them to school and myself to the Children's Hospital where I work as a nurse in the Oncology Unit.  My work day would be bitter sweet, rewarding, compassionate, and heart felt, challenging. I would go for 3 mile run on my break to refresh, and re-center myself. 

Upon returning home in the evening, I find my family busy in the kitchen helping one another prepare dinner.  I run to change and sit down at our breakfast island to join in on the conversation.  I savor the moment, listening to our kids tell me excitedly about their school day.  After enjoying a delectable dinner of barbecued salmon and salad, and some home made bread.  After dinner, we grab our sweaters and head down to the beach to watch the sun set.  

After we read a bed time story to the littlest one and the older ones retire to their bedrooms for the night, my love and I snuggle down to watch a movie and sip on a glass of red wine together.  

That, would be my dream day.  A healthy family life, a home, a car, and a career, some pets, and zero pain.  So many people already obtain such necessities, I will get there also, someday.  My glass is half full. 

Some day, My Dream Day will become a Dream Come True ;) 

Thank you for reading. Don't ever give up on your goals! 

-The Restless Runner 

WeGo Health: 10 Things I Can't Live Without

10 Things I Can't Live Without

Number 1.  My Beautiful Daughter, who lights up my life with her cheeky smiles and gut-bursting giggles (that are completely contagious).

Number 2.  My Love, who challenges me to become the best person that I can be, to be strong, and confidant.  I could not live without his playful banter each day and obnoxious tickle fights. 

Number 3.  My Running Shoes. I went months and months without any because we could not afford to buy them for lack of employment reasons. My Hunni just couldn't understand why on earth I would ask for runners as my birthday gift this year. He thought it was a terrible gift! But to me, it was the best thing in the entire world, almost as good as diamonds!! Because along with the gift of running shoes came the gift of good health, future goals, belief in myself, and comfort during my walks to and from my daughter's school each day!! Priceless. (Thanks again, lovey)

Number 4.  Google/Internet.  Ya, I said it. No, I am not a Gamer. lol. But, without Google, I would not be  able to research recipe ideas, running tips, search for motivation, or have such easy access to my long distance loved ones.  Or blog for that matter!

Number 5.  Fresh Beginnings.  I have been through a lot in my life of 32 young years.  Recently, I decided to start over.  The thing about starting anew, is that you can do it any time, anywhere.  It doesn't have to involve moving cities, or changing jobs (although it can if that's what you desire).  You can go back to school, redecorate your bedroom to symbolize a fresh start and give you peace of mind.  Or it can be the simple daunting goal of becoming a runner, to eat clean, and read more.  Starting anew is really refreshing! 

Number 6.  Acceptance.  Without acceptance, I would become an angry and bitter person.  I have been there and done that and it is NO fun!  Some things, you just can not change.  Sure, I have regrets.  I regret some choices I have made in the past. But, I have accepted responsibility for those choices and moved on.  I even learned from them! Imagine that! You really are in charge of your own happiness.  It's not always easy. But it is very attainable. 

Number 7.  Affection.  Once upon a lonely time, it was just my daughter and I.  She would go to bed at 7:30 pm, and I would be left to my quiet thoughts each and every evening.  Then, along came a wonderful person who loved me back.  I am thankful for each and every hug that he gives me.  I really don't think I could live without the healthy, honest, and loving affection he gives me each day.  Some people really take it for granted, but it becomes a sad journey without it! Trust me, I know! 

Number 8.  Music/Mp3 player.  Music makes the world go round and my feet hit the ground.  Music makes my heart beat faster, I'm a running master! ha ha.  Ok, so I'm no song writer.  But, it was a good try. Right? (just nod and smile lol)  Seriously though, I use songs to set my running pace,  for motivation, TO CLEAN TO!! Imagine cleaning without any music? That's a nightmare. Let's move on shall we?

Number 9.  Coffee.  I can't function without it. Enough said. 

Number 10.  My Taste buds.  How horrible would that be?! If you could not savor the aromatic flavor of your wine?  The creamy, bold goodness of your Cup O' Joe in the morning,  the semi-sweet, delicate taste of dark chocolate???? The crunchy, crispy goodness of your salad??? Wow, right? I know.

There you have it- My top 10.  I hope you enjoyed it. Please let me know what you think =) I love to read comments. Later, Alligator! 

- The Restless Runner 

Dear 16 year old Me...

Yesterday's prompt was to write a letter to your 16 year old self <3

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Dear 16 year old Me <3,

This moment is hard on you, I know. But, it will pass. Take a deep breath.  Knowledge is Power.

Embrace yourself in confidence, and know that your body is still growing, developing, and changing.

Maintain  your studies and chase  your dreams goals.  You can not control everything in life, as it is always changing.
But, you will adapt. You will  become successful.

Put down the diet pills! Leave starvation at the door! Your body is your temple and it deserves to be nourished. Look fear in the face!

Do Yoga, because you can! Join a sport, because you CAN! Take ballet, because you want to! Don't stop running! And remember, its OK to laugh at yourself  =)

Respect your Mom and Dad.

Get that puppy you wanted.  Your Dad will back you up on it ;) It will help you bond with one another.

Volunteer at the Soup Kitchen with your friends. It will teach you more than you know. It will show your heart invaluable lessons.

Get a job. Period. It will teach you responsibility maturity. And it feels great to receive your own pay cheque.  Treat yourself. And treat your Mom and and Dad to lunch.  Because they deserve it.
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Wear a messy bun. Wear those funky shades. Rock those jeans, girl! People are drawn to you, don't withdraw, Smile! You are much braver than you think.

Ask  questions in class. It does not matter what others say, or if they laugh at you.  You need to learn to have the future you want! You need to graduate in order to get the career you want. In the end, no one will be laughing at you. I promise.

Do not worry  too much when you receive the diagnosis of Endometriosis. You will have a beautiful daughter. And she will be everything you ever imagined she could be.

Leave that abusive boyfriend at the FIRST sign of disrespect. You will find someone better. Someone, who will love you for who you are and encourage your aspirations for success. Yes, it will hurt your heart that some one has mistreated you.  But, it will hurt far more if you stay for the long term.  You deserve better. Listen to you gut. It is usually right.

You will be a late bloomer. But,


You.  Will. Flourish. 

Love,

The 30 somethin' year old you xo

WEGO Health Activists Writer's Challenge

Hey everyone ! Thanks to runtohealth.blogspot.ca , I stumbled upon this writer's challenge for the month of April.
The Health Activist Writer's Month Challenge hosted by WEGO Health. 


I will be writing a post a day for all 30 days. I hope you'll join me in writing every day about health. It's going to be a lot of fun and I'd love to see what you have to say about each of the topics, too. All you have to do to join is sign up here: wegohealth.com and you'll be able to start posting once April rolls around. 



Looking forward to writing with you!