Happy New Year> RESOLUTIONS

As he year comes to an end and we get ready to watch the ball drop, we all begin thinking about the things we would like to change or do differently in the future year. We often call these things our New Years RESOLUTIONS. We may sit down a make a list, we may voice them on New Year's Eve, or put them in our phone as a continual reminder. Unfortunately, too often theses so called resolutions get overlooked as the year goes on and forgotten, thus giving the bad rep of New Years resolutions.

A few of the most talked about resolutions are...

• Lose WEIGHT
• Eat healthier
• Workout more often
• Pray more
• Pay off debts
• ... The list goes on and on

The honest truth is, the only person that can truly make those things on your list happen, fulfill you goals, accomplish your dreams, is YOU!!! YES, YOU! 

Our inability to accomplish what we have set forth for ourselves lies within our hands, most people are not ready to take the responsibility of admitting they didn't accomplish their goals, or they come up with a million excuses as to why they didn't complete them. A lot of people get started on their list for instance purchasing the gym membership, taking am ones management class, or even hiring a personal trainer or financial analyst. The truth is we may initiate he process, maybe even complete a couple weeks, even a couple months, then all the sudden there are other things that are more important or consuming our time. 

Last year I set some goals for myself, a list of 10 things and we'll I myself must confess, I completed 1/2 of them, I allowed excuses or what have you not come in between my goals and me. But I am glad I at least completed a portion of them rather than none, some is always better than none. 

Thus year is MY YEAR. I have set some high standards for myself and I am going to get this done! Whose with me??? What are your goals?

Here is my 2014 goals board, check it out, read over it, and keep me accountable!!! Accountability is key!

MY GOALS: Attend Coach Summit 2014 (My healthy lifestyle business), Pay down my student loan debt, Eat cleaner, Get turbo kick certified, Grow my business and become a DIAMOND, Run at least 2 5Ks, Attend BB Success Club trip to Cancun (It is actually next year, but I earn it this year, I mean really Cancun vacation FREE, heck yes), Read personal development EVERY DAY (I love The Compound Effect and Push, two of my favs thus far), Be the Strongest & Healthiest Me of my LIFE, Spend more time with my family (especially my niece, nephew, and sister ;), Put money in savings, Go on a cruise with my honey (this is our thing, we love it, this is also the only way I can get him on a vacay with no phone or computer), and Pay down my credit card debt. Don't judge me peeps, I'm just being honest and putting it all out there, thus I am going to have you ALL to keep me accountable!

Now go make your own here! Post your board in the comments below or on my Facebook page for accountability! 

Christmas Eve~Traditions...

Yes it is that time of year, 

Christmas is almost here!

Scream and shout

You might even jump about,

Knowing he soon will be here. :)

This time of year I still find myself giddily with anticipation of Christmas morning! My reasoning behind my giddiness has greatly changed over the years however, from once giddy to see what had arrived for me, to now giddy to see the exictement on others face's. Waking up early to spend those precious moments with my family by the tree opening presents. Seeing the eyes of the youngest of the crowd grow bigger with excitement as they unwrap their presents! These are all moments we should hold near to our hearts and treasure! 

What is your favorite part of the holiday seasons?

Some might say: "the presents", "the food", "the music", or even "the movies", but for me I must say, "the moments with my family!" These other things are great, but the memories we make with our loved ones greatly outweigh all these small details.

Traditions...

Traditions often are the glue to a family's holidays, and each family has their own traditions. Our family has a couple different traditions and they might slightly vary by the year, but the basis is the same. I have traditions with my parents and sister that we have done since I was small, I now carry on my own traditions with my children as well. Keep these traditions alive as these are a way a family carries through the generation! 

As I type this I am partaking in a small aspect of our Christmas tradition already, my own family and I are on our way to my parents to make sure we are there for Christmas morning! 

Well, make sure those kiddos are in bed early, as I am sure the elves will be doing a lot of last minute running around! Merry Christmas to you all, and don't forget the true importance of the holiday season! ❄️⛄️🎄🎁🎅🎉

Christmas Eve~Traditions...

Yes it is that time of year, 

Christmas is almost here!

Scream and shout

You might even jump about,

Knowing he soon will be here. :)

This time of year I still find myself giddily with anticipation of Christmas morning! My reasoning behind my giddiness has greatly changed over the years however, from once giddy to see what had arrived for me, to now giddy to see the exictement on others face's. Waking up early to spend those precious moments with my family by the tree opening presents. Seeing the eyes of the youngest of the crowd grow bigger with excitement as they unwrap their presents! These are all moments we should hold near to our hearts and treasure! 

What is your favorite part of the holiday seasons?

Some might say: "the presents", "the food", "the music", or even "the movies", but for me I must say, "the moments with my family!" These other things are great, but the memories we make with our loved ones greatly outweigh all these small details.

Traditions...

Traditions often are the glue to a family's holidays, and each family has their own traditions. Our family has a couple different traditions and they might slightly vary by the year, but the basis is the same. I have traditions with my parents and sister that we have done since I was small, I now carry on my own traditions with my children as well. Keep these traditions alive as these are a way a family carries through the generation! 

As I type this I am partaking in a small aspect of our Christmas tradition already, my own family and I are on our way to my parents to make sure we are there for Christmas morning! 

Well, make sure those kiddos are in bed early, as I am sure the elves will be doing a lot of last minute running around! Merry Christmas to you all, and don't forget the true importance of the holiday season! ❄️⛄️🎄🎁🎅🎉

Sweating Off Thanksgiving Dinner, Family Style!

As a family we decided to skip the Black Friday shopping this year and hit the trails  instead! One of my favorite outdoor activities growing up was hiking, and it still is one of my favorites. I am glad to say my niece and nephew come by it naturally in our family and, as young kids, already ask to go hiking! 

Did you get some exercise in today and work off those thanksgiving calories? Even though our table consisted of clean eating healthier alternatives this year, we still had plenty of extra calories to burn! ;) 

We hiked up to a beautiful Fall Branch Falls in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was chilly and there were still remnants of snow from the other day! 

Spending time with my family is at the top of my list for fun activities! I am truly blessed to be able to spend this holiday weekend with my family! Being on vacation and spending time with family isn't a reason not to get a good workout in though, just include the family!!! 

Having fun climbing the rocks at the bottom of the falls! 

My beautiful sister and niece!