I recently lost someone very close to me. While the initial shock was probably the hardest thing to deal with, I’ve found myself celebrating, remembering, and enjoying their life instead of mourning the loss.

Sure, I’m incredibly sad and obviously I’m going to miss not being able to pick up the phone and talk. I’ll miss not seeing him and being able to bounce ideas off him but, at the end of the day he’s left me with wonderful memories. I’d rather enjoy these memories right now than cry over his passing. Maybe I’ll do that at some point but, right now it just seems more appropriate to laugh at the good times.

I’ve never been one to make New Years resolutions – and I’m not really sure why this year was different but, I decided to make a resolution for myself. I’ve committed to getting back into shape and honestly, I don’t know why I’ve waited so long. In a very short period of time I’m already seeing benefits.
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