I’ve heard a lot of talk in recent years about how New Year’s is a terrible time of the year. I think I have to agree on this one. I feel like it is more work and more expectation during the wrong time of year. What if we just shift our inner dialogue and say it’s going to be in September?
As we enter our 50s, this is interesting to contemplate, not all of us have kids that are school aged, or are living at home. But either way you look at it there is something about that fresh start that just feels good. Remember how it felt to get your back to school supplies and you’re back to school clothes even if it was still 100° out. Well, I did just that and bought a calendar this year that started in August. So if you are feeling like after a summer of fun in the sun & vacations, you’re ready for new adventures, then join me in creating our new year starting now.
The first thing that I’m doing is getting back to my fitness routine. It’s so easy to let it go over summer. I am back to lifting weights 3x a week & using my walking pad the other days. When I’m exercising I really do feel better. Not just physically, but mentally — it makes a big difference for me. Weight-wise? Not so much, those extra pounds I’ve gained through menopause are hard to budge!
Which leads us to clothes! Fall is the time for jeans & there is a reason that I wear the most comfortable ones I can find. Being 10 pounds over what I’ve been most of my life is frustrating, but I’m shopping for the body I have now, not the one I used to have. I’ll link my top 3 for fall right here!
Exploring my own backyard. The other day my husband & I went to a little trail by the coast. It was not that long, but the beauty was unmatched. It’s free to get outside & explore. And honestly, this is the perfect weather for it. You might even find yourself falling in love with your life again.
Lastly, a house reset & decorating. My mom decorated her house so cute for every holiday, including Halloween. I don’t think she did this when I was a kid, but taking my kids to her house was such a treat. I don’t have grandkids yet, but both my kids are living at home, 26 & 19, for probably the last time I’ll have them both here together. So I’ve decided this year those decorations are going up! The torch has been passed.
I’ll end with this: We had the hottest week ever here this week & I could not keep up with my exercise etc. My sleep was impacted, but unforeseen things happen no matter what time of year. I’m ready to embrace this Era & season. Let’s go!
P.S. I’ll be here every Sunday, sharing a little bit of what I’m loving, what I’m wearing, what I’m doing & what I’m figuring out along the way. Think of it as something to read with your Sunday morning coffee (or while your husband is watching football 😉). I’ll also keep the links from the week right here so you don’t have to go searching for them.
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