Celebrate YOU

July has come to an end - what a great month of FAILS & SUCCESSES!   I learned many things about myself, celebrated who I am and looking forward to what lies ahead.

This month I celebrated my 34th birthday and it was very memorable. I took some time these past few days to reflect.  What an AMAZING year I had.   I grew as a mother, as a wife, as a Chrisitan woman and my Beachbody business took off!   Along the way I've met some amazing ladies, helped many gain their life back, my marriage grew and now my family has expanded.  

Of course there were many FAILS.  I made mistakes, I fell on my face, I stumbled, I lost myself for a minute, I gave into my insecurities and I even doubted myself at time.  But through it all one thing still remained: MY FAITH! 

This month I had set a goal to press play on PIYO and run 100 miles.  Well guess what?  That didn't happen!  But what did happen and what I will rejoice is I ran over 33 miles while PREGNANT!  I became a Certified PIYO Instructor and I pressed play 10 times!   That is better than ZERO!  We all have our moments where we are not our best but if we can just remember that it's not a race, we can finish strong. I'm no quitter and even though this pregnancy has been kicking my butt I WILL continue to push through!   I'll rest when I need to.  It's a journey and I want to look back and remember what a beautiful journey it was.  I don't want to be or sound negative.  Life's too short to be anything but that. 

So, as I end this month I am thankful for all my friendships because you ladies have guided me through my tough moments.  I want to thank my family because they have supported me.  I want to thank my PINKS for sticking it through it all. And I want to thank my road blockers because you only drive me to push harder!   

Lastly, I want to thank my husband for loving me for who I am unconditionally!!  

NEVER UNDER ESTIMATE the person you can become!  God has amazing plans for your life!

CHEERS to August!

Strong & Fearless ❤️

Let Your Spirit Overwhelm Me

Today has not been the best day for me. Overslept, woke up with a headache and just feeling overwhelmed.  So much is happening (new baby and new home) and we are all growing.  As I was putting Max down for his nap he was so sweet.  Just kept hugging me, giving me the kisses and all I could do is embrace his sweetness.  It was like God was using Max to tell me everything is going to be just fine.   I could feel my spirit being stirred up and God telling me I AM HERE!   You do not have to carry your burdens.  Give them to me. 

I came into Max's room, put my earbuds in and just started reading my bible.  As I was reading all I could do is weep.  A sense of calamity started to flow especially in my heart.  A scripture popped out:

And we know that God cause everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them - Romans 8:28

How simple as that sounds it really opened my eyes!  Of course all these big changes are happening and He will not let me go through it alone.  It's all good!   

But easier said than done right?!  It's that daunting word: FEAR!  Fear of failure.  Fear I'm not worthy of his goodness.  I know I'm stronger than that!  But it is a daily struggle for me.  Most days I'm FEARLESS but today I'm not feeling so fearless.  I know it's only temporary and I'll finish this race.  

So as I write this blog out nothing but tears flow, asking God to continue to strengthen me up and in hopes that maybe SOMEONE out there is feeling overwhelmed.  And it's OK!  We are not perfect.  We all have our days....even me.  I understand I'm a public figure in my community and many count on me but I'm here to tell you I stumble too my friends.  I fall short.  I have insecurities.  I'm vulnerable. I don't need to front and act like my life is perfect and pretend I don't have bad days.  HA!  I do...I just choose to smile through my storms.  

So, yes today is not the way I wanted it go but I'm thankful God put this in my way.  Because he's simply strengthening me up for what's to come.  As overwhelmed I am, I am also very blessed.  Blessed because I get to share my journey with you.  Blessed because I know someone is praying for me.  Blessed because I have two beautiful children.  Blessed because God has a home for my family. Blessed because I have God in my life and I don't have to go through this alone ❤️

I plan on spending the rest of my day resting in Him.  I do not need to worry.  I can simple rejoice and give Him all the Glory.  Thank You Lord!

Be Your Kind of Beautiful! 

Change is Good

It's been awhile since I last blogged.  If you don't know already but I am expecting my second child Feb 2015.  I'm 11 weeks. We are over the moon excited!!

 So far my pregnancy has been good despite a few setbacks.  About 2 weeks ago I ended up in the hospital with bad migraines and exhaustion.  Come to find out I was dehydrated, not eating enough healthy foods and over doing myself.  Luckily Baby Z #2 was perfectly fine.  In fact when we got to see the ultrasound the baby's arms were moving.  I like to think baby was worship God ❤️

You might be wondering am I still running?  Am I drinking my Shakeology? Am I enjoying cupcakes?  YES, YES and YES!  I am currently running and training for the Nike Half Marathon in October [I'll be about five months].  Of course I am having my Shakeology - my daily dose of nutrition.  I'm not taking my prenatal since I get everything I need in my shake.  And of course I am enjoying my cupcakes!  In fact I made a batch the other day...YUMMY!  If you know me, my family and I live in balance.  No extreme diets, no extreme routines..just simply living a healthy lifestyle.  It works for us and we are all happy.

My goals throughout my pregnancy is to continue running, I've added PIYO for stretching/flexibility and continue to get close to God.  All the while embrace my bump and body changes.  It's funny because when I was doing my workout today and I was in Upward Dog I notice my thighs has cellulite!   You probably thought I freaked out - but I didn't.  I simply embraced it because it's a sign of change.  As you may know I honor my body with exercise, healthy foods and it's a temple.  How can I be vain while I'm encouraging my clients to love themselves.  As a mother I'm learning more each day to be modest and carry myself with integrity.  This can be a struggle especially because we live in a society where you have to be pencil

thin or starve yourself.  My body was created to be STRONG!  Not to be a sex symbol or anything of that nature.  I'm not here to judge or make anyone feel guilty but as a Chrisitan woman, wife and mother I want to be sure I send the right message.  So yes I have cellulite on my thighs but who cares!! These thighs have given me strength to run marathons!!!  BOOM! 

Wherever you are in your journey and if you are reading this I encourage you to EMBRACE yourself!!  You're beautiful!  You're strong!  You're fearless!   Set a positive example to your daughters, sisters, friends and everyone around you!  Honor yourself!  God created you to be you so don't change anything ❤️

I plan on sharing more of my pregnancy journey and my spiritual walk.  Many things have changed in my life but it's all for the better.  I used to think that ended seasons was a bad thing but it's not. It just simply means God has something more in store for me.  I'm learning everyday to set my boundaries.  And let me tell you that has been so exhilarating! Took me 33 years to learn but I'm glad that I did.  I no longer feel guilty saying NO.  I no longer care what others think of me.  I can go to bed every night knowing I gave my best.  Not only that but when I see Maximus's face of smiles I know I am doing something right.  When my husband tells me he's proud of me I know I'm doing something right.  All Glory to God for it is Him who pours and instilled wisdom into my heart ❤️ YES I fall short everyday and I have days where I fall to my knees.  But that's part of growth.  Why should I carry burdens or grudges when I have a loving God who takes it all away.  Does it mean I just sit back and let Him do the work?  No.  I have to be sure I do my part everyday!!  It just when things are in turmoil I know He has my back. Everyday I honor Him and for that I am blessed.

I plan on keeping my blog active and updated.  As always thank you for following.  My prayer is that it will only inspire you but also get you stronger in your faith.  

NEVER GIVE UP!