It's what drives me...
This is too funny...A younger gal (23-24) @ work knows I work out every morning. She's married with 2 little girls and about 80 pounds overweight. She was venting about how exhausted she was and wondered how I get up everyday to do my thing. I reminded her that I do not have little ones, my man is 800 miles away, and I my 'honey-do' list is not even close to hers. I guess it doesn't help that her mom wasn't cutting her any slack, telling her it should be no problem. This gal points out her mom had 2 kids and was a homemaker. Long story short, these younger gals & guys have a lot on their plates. Work full time then go home to another full time job. I know I did it, (and mostly by myself) but it all seems so surreal now. Thank God! I explained that her mom probably just can't relate. She then makes the comment that it's because her mom is "just getting old". How old I ask. How about 43! I just turned 47... I walked away.
During the conversation she asked "What drives you". It got me thinking and these were my answers:
1. Faith and grace (in that order)
2. Appreciation & respect for my health (who's to say how long we'll enjoy it!)
3. Unconditional love (receive and give)
4. Seeing my kids make mistakes (and learn from them)
5. Getting to the place where life's little bumps are just that... little bumps.
6. Staying focused, passionate and centered. Some how, I can emotionally afford it much more now than when I was 23.
Weeks workouts:
Wed: 8 min cardio/ 30 min weights. Not feelin it...
Thurs: 45 cardio
Fri: 30 min cardio/30 min weights
Sat: 60 min cardio/20 min weights
Sun: 6.8 mile run (Cancer Charity run) 8.82 pace/ 1 hour (all on a track)
2 mile jog walk with Nike group
Think about what drives you. I'm sure it will make you grateful & proud. You should be! ;)
Live passionately!
posted by Deb @ 10:59 AM
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Deb that's a great story. I'm 36 and listened to my co-worker tell me about how she was talking to her boyfriend about how she's impressed with me running for being old. LOL She totally didn't mean it in a bad way but I was like whoa! I guess from the view of a 25 year old I'm old, never thought I'd see the day.
We are "old", and yet we can still kick some booty. :-) You really have a great perspective on life. I wish that I could be as positive about things as you are.
And to live life to the best of our ability. And to live passionately!
Deb, I love reading your posts. They always make me reflect and ponder, mostly about me and my beliefs, thoughts, aspirations, passions, etc. You ARE NOT old! You barely look above 25!!
Sounds like she is definitely seeking some positive reinforcement and encouragement ;-) She definitely went to the right place! (even though you're old!!) :-) KIDDING!!!
It's nice to see adults admit that us young adults have a lot on our plates. I hear so many adults saying that we've got it way easier than they did!
I like when people post stuff like yours as it makes your realize and think about things.
Thanks..
rockon`
I hate the "getting old" excuse.
Our old people wisdom is needed out there. Hey--I'm training people half my age who just can't keep up with me.....old, pshaw!!! It's all relative!
I'd like to add one to your list that I just know you agree with:
-Making everyday count.
And for all you youngsters - the 40's Rock!! Just wait and see!!
You put it so well Deb. 10-15 years ago I wouldn't have seen it in quite the same way but here I am nodding at every point you made.
Remember when the little bumps seemed like the end of the world and buckets of tears were shed? Now when I face a problem I think - if that's the worst problem I have to deal with I am a very lucky person.
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