Why hello friends!

For years, I have “over thought” an impending blog. Wondering what the perfect “angle” was. I confess, like many of you, my self talk can get the best of my procrastination.

A few months ago, I was informed that I should quit running. My favorite way to clear “my brain wiggles” out is running miles and miles. And I thought, screw it! I’ll have to just write it all out. Start that blog and see where it goes. Take you along on the ride my brain gets daily.

My Dr said, no more running thank you to an arthritic hip (we will cover that soon enough). I say, it’s time for a creative shift while I search for a new sport. I need some serious action; including taking care of me physically and mentally. 

The Juggle Is Real!

The phrase I began using many years ago. It is my belief that we should share our lives and still keep it real! Yes, it’s true. I am busy! A once small town mountain girl, immersed into city hustle as a business owner, wife to my Aussie husband (you may need this reference to understand certain parts of this blog), and a mom to two amazing kids. All while handling our daily juggle of work, sports, school, activities, friendships, fitness, meals and so so much more. I am HERE for all of it! In many ways, this is a life by design. 

I am here to normalize realities by sharing my life. Including stories and the ever so popular “mom hacks”. I will share failures (otherwise known as life lessons) and successes (or full cup moments). I have a cheeky sense of humor. If it sounds sarcastic it probably will be meant to be. You have been warned. I like to keep it fun and light. Well, except when it’s heavy. Sometimes it’s heavy and that is ok. Life is about what you make it. We are here to learn and grow. Like the rules of the trail.. “may we leave it better than how we found it”. 

Lately, I have struggled with finding my joy. Just writing that scares me. I take pride in joy. Finding it. Feeling it. Spreading it. Yes, it’s true, there are many reasons this fire dimmed into a pile of cooling coals. I simply won’t settle for that. Like so many others, I am looking for answers. The best explanation I can muster is a midlife (what a yucky term) burnout! My solution. To write. To redirect this fleeing moment in time to a positive situation. You are my outlet. Your smiles will ignite the joy back into me. You just being here today is starting to fill my bucket.

In conclusion. My wiggly brain may be complex. When it comes down to it, I crave the simplicity of joyful moments. I value learning and moving forward. My family is my rock and constant cheerleaders. In my head, life is large and here to be lived to the fullest the best way we can! In reality, that is not always possible. We must learn the balance of that juggle. Bend and move with the seasons. Feed ourselves with all the good juju. Let’s remind each other that human nature is more important than ever; as we navigate a world full of screens, constant streams of information, and complicated behaviors. Open your souls to being real. Enjoy the world that sits right in front of your face, in this moment. I bet you’ll find many things that “fill your bucket”. May you be entertained by my crazy life and find a sense of normal for your own. Let’s be lovers of life together friends.

Much love,

Melissa