Clouds - RIP Zach Sobiech

My Last Days - Zach Sobiech 

This documentary is truly amazing. Words cant explain how much Zach touches your heart. In life we often take things for granted, even life itself but for Zach life was cut too short. However, he didn't let Cancer get the better of him, he fought back with grace. In just a few short years Zach accomplished more than some of us ever will, he followed his dreams and he made them happen. 

It's not often that someone touches your life in a way that is invaluable and permanent, but Zach did just this. It is clear that he left footprints on every person he mets heart. Although it may not seem possible I can promise you watching his story and seeing him speak has touched my heart and influenced my life. 

Zach knew how to live life to the fullest every day. We don't often realise how simple happiness can be. And as Zach says, It is simply bringing a smile to someone else's face. 

Zach wanted to be remembered "as a kid who went down fighting and didn't really lose". Zach didn't lose at all. He accomplished more in his life than I could ever hope to in mine and I hope I touch just one persons life the way he touched so many. 

Just one of his legacy's, his song will be on repeat I promise you, it is truly amazing. 

Suddenly my problems do not matter anymore, thank you for all you taught me Zach. 

The Challenge Starts Now!

Ok I know I said the challenge starts now but in actual fact for me it started yesterday! I was so anxious about my weigh in and photos that I was sick with nerves and couldn't eat or anything all day. 

Last night I lay awake for hours, my mind runnings a million miles an hour and preventing me from sleeping. When I woke up this morning I was ready early and headed to the gym to try and make it over sooner rather than later. With my luck there was a line so I was left in line for what felt like hours freaking out about being measured and weighed.  

I have this thing where I get so anxious that I make my self sick and shake and I know its going to happen but I cant help it! My nerves got the better of me as soon as the door was closed behind me and I let a few tears escape. I was so embarrassed but the girl was lovely and gave me a huge hug and reminded me to 'believe' just like my tattoo says and just think of the end of the challenge. 

So now I am one day in to the 12 week challenge and I'm ready, ready for change and ready to feel confident in my own skin. Now I'm not the kind of person to do anything half heartily. I either go all in or not at all! So not only will I reach my goal but I am aiming to win this challenge. Im in, all in. 

Warm Cookies On This Day Of Love. .

Between coming home from work and the girls arriving for our little Valentines day gathering, I had the sudden urge to bake. So out came all the ingredients and my favourite chocolate chip cookie recipe and the mixing begun! I always find baking comforting and what better to make Valentines day without a loved one that much better than with some freshly baked cookies?

I have to say I was pretty pleased with the outcome and I think the girls will appreciate these warm pieces of heaven! 

Happy Valentines day everyone! x 

A New Member Of The Family. .

Today we were introduced to our soon to be puppy! It's been a long time we have been waiting for this since our last beloved dog passed away but when we came across this breeder it seemed it was meant to be! We spent half an hour meeting these gorgeous puppies and I cant wait for the next six weeks to fly by so we can bring our gorgeous baby home! 

Believe.

Most people are stronger than they know they just forget to believe in it sometimes . .

If you dream it, and truly believe it, you can achieve it.

A New Year Resolution. .

Every year this night comes around - the night when everyone stays up all night and drinks with their closest friends to bring in a new year, a fresh start. It is meant to the one of the best nights of the year, but somehow the night always seem to be below average and dripping with disappointment. After the morning Ive had I have decided that my day, and the night to come can only go up hill from here. Ive stacked the fridge with drinks and have organised the details. 

When the clock strikes midnight and the new year officially begins its tradition for everyone to make a list of promises to themselves and goals for the coming year. Yes, normally its all talk but the last few months I have been working towards my goal for next year for the past couple of months and am excited to officially have change this year! 

I recently read The Perks of Being a Wallflower, my new favourite book of all time. Theres one quote that I think is the most important thing for each of us to remember.

"Every person has to live for his or her own life and then make the choice to share it with other people."

This year has involved a lot of self discovery for me. I have learnt what I love, who I am, who I can trust, and what I believe in. I have been caught in the idea that you have to live your life for and with someone but this year has taught me, like this book, that you have to live your own life and then share each moment with someone meaningful in your life. A friend, a family member, or a lover, find peace in yourself first. 

So this year that is my new years resolution. To find peace and happiness within myself and be happy with myself.