I feel a little overwhelmed today. I have a plan as to where I want go with my next project. I am starting to see a few results that I like the looks of and I am having a hard time concentrating other things that need my time. I have been doing a lot of reading and I am learning a lot. This project is going to take about three months to see the effects and being an instant gratification person, I want it now. I am just going to have to keep working and tracking my results.

I have had the privilege to have spent time in Hawaii and there is no greater experience. The beauty of the mountains and the ocean are breath taking. I look forward to going back sometime. The first time I stayed at Waikiki. The next time I look forward to staying somewhere a little more private.

If I were going to Hawaii tomorrow, I would stay at Kanaloa at Kona. I have selected unit 3702 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an ocean-front view. Although, golf courses are beautiful, but since neither my husband nor I are golfers, I would rather be looking at the ocean.

I found this condo through alohacondos.com and it was easy to find. You simply decide which part of Hawaii you would like to visit and you are shown a selection of accommodations that are available for that location. There are numerous pictures available for your selected lodging. This site contains pictures of every room in the condo and several pictures of the view from your condo.

The prices are easy to see so you are not wondering if the selection you have made will fit your budget. Once you have decided on the unit for you, booking is very easy. If you are planning a Kauai vacation, alohacondos.com is great place to shop for a place to stay.

So far this week is off to a great start. I do not feel overwhelmed (yet). I seem to have clear thinking as to where I am headed. I have not felt the need to indulge in any unhealthy eating today. Exercise is always an issue with me and I had planned on getting at least 10 minutes in before work, so that I would be headed in the right direction. Unfortunately, I got up late this morning (very unusual for me). I am excited about my life today and am looking forward to seeing how the rest of the day unfolds.

Now that it is getting cold, my thoughts can’t help but change to thoughts of being in a warm climate. It is my goal to live in a place where the climate allows me to swim all year around and wear beach wear anytime that I want. Right now I work hard to reach that goal, but I am hoping that someday I can adopt the “go slow” motto that madgringo.com promotes.

Mad Gringo has the right idea. People in this country are too busy and are so consumed with the day-to-day activities that they do not take time to enjoy their lives. Many of us do not take time do something as simple as watching the sun set.

Mad Gringo sells clothes that help us take life a little slower and enjoy a more leisurely day. I know this is something that cannot be done everyday, but you have to plan time to stop and smell the roses. If you don’t, one day you may no long have the opportunity. Take advantage of the opportunities you have while you are able. Plan time with your family on a regular basis as well as time for yourself. Make the time you spend in the rat race worth it by rewarding yourself. Spend some time shopping at madgringo.com and go on a beach vacation.

On Sunday, I always start thinking about the next week. For some reason, I have started thinking about it already and it is only Saturday evening. I think it becasue I have had a relatively productive weekend. I have accomplished a lot. Tomorrow, one of my priorities will be to exercise. I may just go to the pool. I get a good workout and I am at ease to the point where I can almost meditate. It is a very serene atmosphere for me and I like. The hardest part is the motivation it takes to go. I have not done well with my goal of eliminating sugar. Although, I did not do to bad today. Tomorrow, I am going to see it I can’t get through just 24 hours. Afterall, this is a “one day at a time” program.

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What constitute success? Is the success of a day measured in what we accomplish? In making money and rising in our work? Or being equal to the challenge of each new day?

Recovery has made a big difference in how we think about success. To be recovering from addiction calls for a full commitment to ourselves, our relationships, our challenges, and our spiritual growth. Now being successful we have patience, humility, enthusiasm, and courage. The gift of recovery opens the door to these new forms of success. Our Twelve Step fellowship, our sponsor, and our new friends help us make progress. And communion with our Higher Power gives us a strength and serenity that makes us less afraid of the challenges ahead. Now, we can live a full life, one day at a time.

Today grant me the strength to climb each daily “mountain” and find joy in each new vista.

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So far I have not done too well with giving up sugar, but tomorrow is a new day. I have to get this under control and I just don’t know how. I guess that is where the surrender comes in. Tomorrow seems like it will be a busy day. It is that time of year where a lot goes on. I need a good day and I also have to get some exercise in. I am very sore from my workout, but tomorrow I am going to have to exercise anyway. I also think I need to plan my eating better. I think I will make a weeks worth of breakfasts this weekend and see home that works for me next today.

Managing money these days is not easy. That is evident by the number of mortgages that have gone into default in recent months. Loans are pretty much part of life, but if you don’t manage them carefully, you will find yourself in trouble.

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