Blog Posts - Blue Motion Fitness Inc

My privilege and obligation

9/7/2022

I fully acknowledge how deeply fortunate I was and am. Born to parents that were able provide a secure and loving childhood afforded me a strong foundation in life. This fortunate fate gave me the ability to identify a worthy life partner and made me worthy of him. Now it is our obligation to give our children a soft place to land too.

Doing My Best

9/6/2022

Life balance is a HUGE topic of interest to the overtly overwhelmed me.
How can I better manage my life in the same 24 hours that everyone else has?
Then I remember a few facts:
Fact #1
Everyone has different circumstances, abilities and tools.
Fact #2
If I lose my balance in life and fall, unless I am dead I can choose to get up again.
Fact #3
Dwelling in regret never improved anyone's mood.

This innate need to continuously compare myself to the perceived success of others is exhausting. I wish I could turn it off. Walking that fine line of wanting to improve myself and still maintain my confidence and self worth is quite the balance act too.

Ultimately, the only gage I have is my contentment. Only then do I truly know I am doing my best.

The Ultimate Fall Fair

9/3/2022

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) affectionately known as the "EX", holds many fond childhood memories. The rides, the food, the souvenirs!
It was where I fell in love with my husband 28 years ago. This year my 20 year old daughter joined us with her boyfriend. Exciting place for young and old love.
As soon as my feet touch the grounds of the EX, I instantly feel youthful! There is no holding me back. I must go on my favourite rides: Polar Express and Tilt-A-World. I must visit the Better Living Center and see the farm exhibits. Then off to the Queen Elizabeth building for shopping and The Coca-Cola Coliseum for shows; there just isn't enough time!!!!
The smell of sugar in the air, the sound of the jets in the sky, and the sight of happy people everywhere have me bursting with energy.

Summer Child

9/1/2022

This year I am going to do my very best not to entirely hate every moment that is not summer. I promise to make the most of wet, cold, grey days. Misery will be replaced with grace when the freezing rain and relentless snow beat my car windows. Wearing socks and mittens and layers of clothes will be met with pleasure. Joy and sarcasm will be my guide.

Time Well Spent

8/31/2022

I feel my age when I look at my children. It's okay, I want them to grow and enjoy life. Every moment I enjoy with my kids is treasured. The yelling, the eye rolling, the messes, the smelly smells, the tears, the hugs, the kisses, all of it.
Every mother's experience is as unique as the child mothered. But not the messes and the smells. They are totally the same. Gross and disgusting.

Laughter Beats All

8/30/2022

Happy, healthy laughter is contagious AND therapeutic. It may not repair physical health, but laughter does have very positive effects on the body.
I LOVE laughter! My laughter is loud and frequent. I seek good humour, which is probably why I am enchanted by my friend Geraldine. This beautiful soul wears a smile everyday, sharing her laughter with everyone. Her philosophy of life is to enjoy each day as it comes. Geraldine's genuine joy brings strength. Her wonderful wit and sarcasm makes the day sparkle.

GOAL 1, Check!!!!

8/29/2022

The time had come to challenge my aquatic fitness leadership certification. Contacting my mentor and assessor, I was given just less than a week to prepare.
Visualizing, practicing, reviewing ... it was a nerve wrecking week! What if I really do suck???
Exam day came and the outcome was success. More importantly my confidence received the boost it needed.
Lucky for me, I have a great group of supporters.
Thank you.

1 Month to Official Start

8/26/2022

Next month, on the fourth Monday it officially begins. I will document my journey towards fitness and professional goals for 1 year. Sharing my daily progress is to help keep me accountable and focused.

What do you do to manage your goals?

In the past I would set end dates, make a commitment with a friend, even join a class or group. However, since the pandemic shut-down, I feel deflated, continuously tired and negative. To break free from this rut, I am going public about it.

Do you want help with accountability too? We can do this together! It won't be easy ... just typing about it makes me wanna nap.

Vacation State of Mind

8/25/2022

Travelling abroad is not one of my favourite things to do. I have been on an airplane 3 times in my life. My husband and I haven't travelled together further than 6 hours in one direction by car; all destinations within our province.
Instead, I have chosen to build a lifestyle that has a build-in "vacation state of mind". Enjoying the world closer to home has given me a greater appreciation of my corner of the world. My excursions include outdoor adventures, cultural events and historical landmarks. Fortunately, living in Southwestern Ontario provides me with many incredible places to visit. In fact, there are more places in our province to discover than I will be able to enjoy in my lifetime.

Congratulations Mario!

8/24/2022

Teaching SUP boarding to beginners is a passion of mine. Being on the lake, and guiding others through a new experience are added rewards.
It also reminds me that learning new skills is positive vulnerability.
I am usually embarrassed when learning something new. Worried about looking stupid, I sometimes avoid trying new experiences. It might be because I allow hecklers in my life to eat away at my fragile confidence.
It is so easy to tell someone else not to allow their ego to be bruised by hurtful words. Snide remarks, "harmless" teasing, it builds up over a life time. Then the countless replaying of those words continue to reopen concealed wounds.
One goal I continue to work towards, is to get over it! Face the awkwardness of learning something new. Ripping out the over played recording of those mean voices out of my mind and stomping on them will glee.

Author

Rather than experience this aging crisis alone ... I am inviting you to join in on the fun! I am on my way to 50 years of age. As I journey towards that 50th birthday, I will share my daily thoughts, triumphs, and disappointments. Don't worry it is not going to be all that good or polished - just honest, raw, and perhaps a bit of a train wreck.
Why share? Good question! In case there is someone out there also struggling with aging and would enjoy a laugh and connection. I assure you there will be no preaching. You will most likely not gain any useful tips - mmmm, maybe on what NOT TO DO.
Enjoy

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