Realistic Directions

Choices. Every minute of every day comes down to them. For some its easier to let others decide everything for them. And I can certainly appreciate an obvious path or the well-lit walk way. As for me, I'm a laid-back Karma kind of girl. I know I'll get what I want when I want it. Therefore, the majority of the time I just want to co-exist happily amongst humanity. And when in doubt of a heading? Well, I look toward the Universe to stand there in a bright orange vest and flashlight me in the right direction. You may laugh...but it works.

The problem I've encountered; is that I stopped listening, looking, and consulting with the things that make me happy. The world is busy, and life gets busier. We want to make our loved ones smile and to keep our babies from crying. Slowly, we forget what we want most because we know what others demand anyway. And get this...we actually think we can always fit "me" in later. Newsflash. Ain't gonna happen. Your wants will only turn into persistant desires, and eventually rueful tasks. Last but not least, it will be all but abandoned in disgust or disdain...which ever comes first.

Sound like your last diet people? It sounds like my last everything. I can't remember when I've had time for a hobby. Nothing ever seems to get finished or organized properly. And forget about going out with friends. I'm just thankful for Facebook, dvd rentals and Jiffy Pop. Yes, I said Jiffy Pop. If you ever want to get yourself out of the doldrums go and shake your can-can for three to five over a hot stove. Gives "feel the burn" a whole new meaning.

But I will tell you one thing about the Jiffy Pop challenge. Afterwards, you realize just how long three to five minutes is. That the world didn't melt without you, and just how rewarding it is to making yourself smile. Guess we do have time for this diet thing after all. :)