I'll have to check that movie out. You might want to check into the Amerithon. https://amerithonchallenge.com You don't have to be part of a team, you can do it on your own. It automatically syncs up with your Fitbit, so it makes it super easy. I'm pretty sure it will go back and pick up your steps from July 4th on. I've managed to walk 12 miles. I'm definitely not in the lead on my team, but it's made me walk more than normal. I don't get the medal package, so it's $25 and you can complete the miles at your own pace. I like it that it shows an actual place you have walked to.

It's not you :) Nope, we've never met and I've probably learned more about you in these blog posts than in all of the time we've not met. :) Do whatever YOU need to do to get past this. You are fortunate to be surrounded by people who love and care for you, maybe for now, that's enough. :) Ann

We both have a wedding on the horizon--my daughter is getting married in less than 3 weeks. I'm heading back to Ohio to spend the weekend with my ex husband, my ex inlaws and all of those ex friends who I lost in the divorce. I'm not gonna lie I'm not real excited at the prospect and overwhelming sense of "this is going to be tough" type of feelings I am having. I'm going to do what I'm asked, try not to cause any ripples and hope that the little bit of pink that's still in my hair will not push the people who knew me when over the edge. ...and so what if it does? :)

I always encourage people to find something that matters and works for them. For me it's been an ever evolving process. I struggled to get into the shelter to volunteer, they were trying to revamp their volunteer program. I tried another shelter and I knew at the first visit that it just wasn't for me. I started out doing "virtual" opportunities that meant that I could send things off. I started with Volunteer Match. You'll find your way, I'm confident. (hugs) Ann

I am so grateful for my tribe. It's always good to have people surround you that know your history and listen when sometimes we just need to vent. Thank heavens we don't have to wear breech cloths--but I'm thinking I would look pretty darn good in an Indian headdress.

I wasn't always that brave. Seriously most of my life was live on a farm in the middle of a cornfield. I had some catching up to do :)

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do that the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." --Mark Twain As someone who just hit the one year mark of making a cross-country life change I'm here to tell you Pauly that life is amazingly wonderful to those who take a chance and let go and love life. I am very happy for you and David, and wish you many years of adventures and happiness. Sending a big hug your way. You are at least on my side of the US now, maybe one day our paths will cross and I can deliver the hug and well wishes in person. You are one very special person, and you deserve nothing less than the happiness that has come your way.