Amazing how quickly time can pass and how much living or procrastinating can occur.... so my question is what have you done in the past 8 months that has improved your life?

April was the start of my new life... the life that I saw in my head, the life that I had been afraid to embrace and move towards, the life that I KNEW I could have if only I could make the tough decisions and walk through the fear and discomfort that it would take to get me there.

FEAR

False Evidence Appearing Real


We have all heard or read this before yet many of us (yes including me) allow fear to stop us dead in our tracks and keep us from pursuing or achieving our goals.

I have learned over the past 8 months, that all the things in my life that I really want required me to look within myself and do battle against my own insecurities and fears.

Some of the choices I made were by far the most difficult ones I have ever and will probably ever have to make in my life but I survived... it was hard, I cried many tears and struggled but I never gave up and never lost faith. I knew that my choices ultimately would allow me to achieve my goals and that I would be able to lead the life I could see so vividly in my head.

My own personal journey has now included many adventures that have enriched my life and helped me realize that fear truly is NOTHING to be afraid of.... in fact to do things that I fear is now what inspires, drives and continues to allow me to grow as an individual.

I spent a day in a convertible driving from Vegas to the Grand Canyon all by myself with my music blaring and the sun beating down on me.... to be alone in such a beautiful part of the country, not knowing if I was on the right road or if I would ever find my way back was inspiring and terrifying all at the same time. Needless to say, I pulled up at the edge of the canyon just as the sun was sinking in the sky..... there are no words to describe the beauty of this or the inner peace and strength I felt. Such a small accomplishment that has inspired SO many more adventures since. I did manage to find my way back to Vegas and came home filled with inspiration to LIVE and experience every opportunity that life sends my way.

I created a list of things to do, places to go, sights to see.... and I have accomplished many but for every thing I tick off I just think of more to add!

Since April 2008 I have....

Travelled to Vegas, Jamaica, Alberta, Seattle, Tofino and all parts of beautiful BC including the Okanagan valley, Lytton, Lilloette and Revelstoke.

I have flown in a helicopter over the Grand Canyon and taken a sea plane to Poets Cove in the Gulf Islands.

I have slept in a Teepee and rafted down the Thompson River.

I have been up gliding in Pemberton and skydiving in Pitt Meadows.



I drove to Red Deer Alberta with my two boys with the Miley Cyrus cd playing over and over.

I had my eyes corrected and am STILL amazed to see the stars on my ceiling at night before I close my eyes and my alarm clock clearly in the morning.

I have jet skied on a lake outside of Seattle and slept under the stars with one of my best friends.


I have watched the waves crash against the shores of Tofino from the Wikininish Inn with one of the brightest spirits in my life.

I had my boys names tattooed on my feet.

I watched a Cirque De Soleil show for the first time.... amazing.


I have snorkeled and sailed on the blue waters in Jamaica

I jumped off a cliff at Ricks cafe..... which was far harder than sky diving!



I have walked through an old growth forest and amongst the dinosaur bones and realized just how short my time on this earth will be.

I have watched the beauty of the evening sky and sunset from many amazing locations and it still takes my breath away....

I celebrated the arrival of 2009 and new years eve in the happiest place on earth!

I have learned to play with my kids and teach them how to fill their own spirits, embrace adventure and love who they are and be aware of everything they can be.



I have embraced who I am and am so thankful that I can make a difference in this world.

Sue from the fat, frumpy and forty posting with me on the beach in Jamaica in her BIKINI!!

I have fallen in love....

Life is so precious and I encourage each of you face the things that frighten you and start creating and working through your own list. Do one thing a month that scares you and you will watch your own spirit grow.


If you are living in a body that doesn't fit then start the journey towards changing it.... a healthy lifestyle is nothing to fear but is that which should be embraced.

Jennifer before

Don`t let the fear of failing to lose weight stop you from trying again.... find the piece that has been missing and you will get you to the success you deserve.

Jennifer 38 lbs lighter today!

Don`t let the fear of hard work stop you.... all things of any value require paying a price to achieve them.

Take off your mask and stop hiding from who you really are and all that you can be.... do not be afraid to let the world see your true spirit.


Face your fears and live the life you see for yourself..... its a wonderful feeling to hold the world in your hands!