The decision to move back to London is FINAL. Visa information and applications are underway and the saving of pennies has commenced, which basically means that I am the happiest lil lady that this world might possibly have ever seen! However, the big move isn’t until next summer so as I’ve previously mentioned, I plan on fully making the most of my time here on southern soil. I shall also be using the next 7 months as one big giant self-improvement project because let me tell you, grad school did a real number on my mind, body, and spirit! So I’m counting on you lovely folks for support and the occasional kick in the ass when I start slacking, as I am fully aware that I do require those from time to time.
So here are the basics:
This ragged, abused, lazy body of mine MUST be whipped into shape! A gym must be joined and these muscles must be utilized. I’m certain they feel neglected after a yearlong hiatus from the world of exercise and overall well-being. Apparently sitting on your tookus in front of glowing computer screen while eating cheap junk food to survive the torture that is grad school doesn’t exactly do a body good. Shocking, I know! I could probably count the number of times I’ve worked out over the last year and belieeeeeeve me, my body has suffered the consequences. While I (miraculously) haven’t gained any weight, I know how my clothes are supposed to fall on my body and they sure aren’t fallin’ right. I’m ready for a change and my body is aching for one…literally! Not to mention, if I'm gonna be dragging my arse all over Europe next summer, I want it to be a toned one!
Bonus: This physical change will no doubt, have a positive effect on the weary mind and tainted spirit. My brain was sent into overdrive and pushed to its absolute limit! I was challenged every step of the way and have learned that I am capable of much more than I ever thought. However, I think it deserves a break and by break I mean that I am going to allow it to run free…reading, writing, and exploring the world, all for pleasure! On the other hand, the mind and I have a few things we need to work on as well. For example, my unexplained and misplaced guilt issues (which cause me to think I should probably have been Catholic).
As for the ole spirit, well let’s just say that while it may not have been completely broken by grad school and some rough patches this past year, it certainly has some cracks that need to be mended. I’m already seeing the progress in this area but when it comes to a few certain areas (i.e. matters of the heart, men, my reign as Queen of Unrequited Love, etc), I can’t seem to keep it lifted. I’m pretty much as hopeless as the hopeless romantics can get and I don’t even want to get started on my pathetic excuse for a dating life. Pardon me, my NON-EXISTENT dating life. I know, I know, it’s probably not the right time for me to be meeting a specific someone with the move back across the pond approaching in the not to distant future but the lack of companionship does wear on the heart at times. Granted, I have officially decided that Tennessee has something to do with it because it’s a proven fact that I’m appreciated more ANYWHERE but here. True story, theory tested, proven FACT! In other words, I guess I should just suck it up for the time being and look forward to taking steps in that area of my life when the timing is right and focus on lifting the spirits elsewhere for now? Yes?
So what I’m asking of you, my dahlings is that you take the time out every so often to check in and see how I’m coming along. A little support always helps keep me motivated and accountable. So get your words and boots ready because I will be the first to admit that I’m going to need you to give me a swift kick along the way to remind me what I’m working for…a healthier, happier, balanced, improved version of yours truly.
Peace, Love, & Chicken Grease
Beks
“It's been a long, a long time coming
But I know a change gonna come, oh yes it will” – Sam Cooke
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