Wow it's been quite a while. I've been traveling A LOT the last few months which has caused the absence of my blogs.  I am about to embark on some new travels next week again but hopefully I will find the time to write as I enjoy it. Writing also seems to keep me on track with my goals. When I don't write my blog I don't feel accountable which can undeniably lead to problems.  Writing for the first time in a few months is like getting back to the basics.  Am I starting from scratch? No not really as I've learned so much the last year and my body has changed substantially.  I am much fitter physically and emotionally.  A year ago I was a complete mess.  I was in a very unhappy relationship which perpetuated my being out of shape, socially smoking and eating garbage.  My surroundings were messy and unorganized as well.  I ended that relationship and started to get my life back in order. The new me started with a much needed trip to Newport Coast to visit a close friend. Each day I exercised ate healthy and wrote in my journal. I was in a pretty bad place but kept telling myself time heals all. I started dating again right away which in hindsight was a mistake. As we all know anyone you date right after a serious relationship is a rebound person and it NEVER works out.  I didn't actually believe that time heals all as the pain was so great but in fact my acclamations eventually came true. I've straightened out much of my life.  I am much more organized in every way which of course helps with eating healthy and exercising.  Hopefully my organization skills will help me get through the next few weeks of travel and craziness both personally and professionally.