mending

It's quite unfortunate, but positive, healthy, upbeat Heather went on vacation or something of the sort. She left behind discouraged, tired, grouchy, and unhealthy Heather. No Bueno.

This week has been spent figuring out what needs to change in our family life so I can survive physically and emotionally. When mama spends all her time caring for others, she crashes eventually. So - we're mending that.

Healthy eating.

Vitamins.

Early to bed.

Water. Water.

Relax, stretch, breathe.

Positive thoughts.

Smile.

Spiritual uplift.

Nature time.

Simplify.

Rejuvenate.

Love. Love. Love.

I just read the Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. One thing that keeps coming back to me is this quote from him:

"Too many people go through life complaining about their problems. I've always believed that if you took one-tenth the energy you put into complaining and applied it to solving the problem, you'd be surprised by how well things can work out. ... Complaining does not work as a strategy. Any time we spend whining is unlikely to help us achieve our goals. And it won't make us happier."

I've been stuck in draining-complaining a bit. Any energy I have ought to go towards my goal of being a healthy, happy mother who can keep the household and family functioning properly... and not towards complaining about all that is wrong in life.

I like this quote that Stephanie Ackerman shared today. Just a reminder to find my best self... my positive happy healthy self ... to do the best I know how.