Mirror Monday

It's Mirror Monday!  Sorry I went off grid a bit last week.  My first priority has been training for a Thanksgiving day run with my sister.  I also came down with a random bug part way through the week, and my body was rebelling a little bit.  I was fine for the weekend, though, and I am happy to be back at everything.

So what do I see in the mirror today?  Oh do I see a lot...

1.  Excitement.  I am so excited for this week.  Today is my last day of work for a week.  I get 2 whole days to prepare for Thanksgiving, and I don't think I've ever had that much time.  It will have me going into Thanksgiving stress free.  Thanksgiving itself has me excited because it's my second favorite holiday.  I get to see my family and be with them, and nothing beats Thanksgiving morning smells and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade.  And of course, there are the few days I have off after Thanksgiving, where I kick off Christmas...  But I won't get into that now because I'm trying really hard to stick to Thanksgiving and not get into Christmas until it's time.

2.  I see the start of my healthy lifestyle.  This past weekend rocked my efforts a bit, and this week will certainly continue to do so, but I have to remember that everything is okay in moderation, as long as at least 2 meals a day are decent!  Running and strength training has helped with that as well.

3.  THANKFULNESS.  I have not felt this thankful in a while.  Not for a lack of things to be thankful for, but because I'm usually pretty stressed this time of year.  I have the most amazing fiancé in the world by my side on a day by day basis.  I work in the most incredible field with students and fellow teachers alike that inspire me every day.  I have a roof over my head, food on the table, and clothes on my back.  I have great friends who love me, and most of all, my family who always has my back with their undying support.  I could not be a luckier girl with a greater life.  We all have our daily gripes, but if you really sit down and look at the big picture- it's a beautiful life we live.  I'm hoping to keep this feeling, and continue to pull it up as the holiday season progresses!  

What are you most thankful for?