Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween to all.  I'm going to enjoy going out tonight to see all the costumes, but before I do I'll be giving out tricks or treats to all the little goblins that come calling. 

Halloween is near!!

Halloween is and has always been, in the duration of my life anyway, the funnest day of the year.  The season is my favourite with its crisp air, russelling leaves, and all the beautiful colours and fall mums.  I'm excited to see all the children's energy, probably from sugar, and the decorations that reflect all those things that go bump in the night.

Giving Thanks

Many people take time to celebrate our holidays, but do they actually appreciate the true meaning of them.  Today, being the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday, I would like to acknowledge that I am happy and grateful to have such amazing people in my life.  Everything is not always a bowl of cherries, however there is valuable time spent, and many lessons learned from each interaction I have encountered.  I've learned that people don't always meet your expectations, but sometimes when you least expect it and most desperately need it they exceed them.  I've learned that behind every tough exterior lurks a pure and forgiving soul that desires to be needed and loved.  I've also learned that everything you want in life is achievable, all you have to do is set forth the desire, ask it of the universe, and surround yourself with those who love you, accept you, and support you.  The most valuable lesson I've learned is that you cannot receive what you do not give.  So, I choose to give love, respect, thanks and support to those people who are in my life.  With all the love in my heart, Happy Thanksgiving, Yvette.

Promises to Me

Three of my very good friends, and myself of course, have formed a group to battle the few unwanted pounds we so desire to loose.  Although, I don't like to admit it I am a huge procrastinator.  I start off my day eating right, and as the day wears on my will power weakens and the cravings start, for things like cake and cookies or ice-cream.  Yikes.  Of course, being the procrastinator that I am, I always say, well I'll eat better tomorrow, and of course, tomorrow never comes.  It just remains one excuse after another.  So, today, it STOPS!!!  I really want to fit into my size 14 clothes that are just sitting in my closet, too tight for re-entry into my plus fashion world.  I'm very content at that size and wish to get back to it.  So, my journey begins with a promise to myself.  I promise to be consistant in all things regarding my health.  I promise to remain focused and excited about my body.  I promise to remain concious of the food that I consume, and to record it for accountability.  Lastly, I promise to be honest with myself, and my support group.

A Lovely Weekend

Wow, spent a lovely weekend in two of my absolute favourite places.  Niagara-on-the-Lake and Stratford.  Both are quaint towns filled with unique shops, great dining, and enough art and live theatre to please all who visit.  We spent one full day in each spot and enjoyed shopping, walking, and walking, and walking.  This was a good thing because we certainly ate well.  Now that I have de-stressed and absolutely enjoyed the beauty of these two incredable places, I can hit the grindstone and get back into focus, but only for a few weeks.  Next trip.....Hawaii.....yippie!!