I guess this is where I tell you my story! Wow, look how cute and young I look in that pic! Dang! Where does the time go? I grew- up in Park City, Utah - yes, a true Park City ski town native. My parents raised me on ski's and a mountain bike but I detested both until they became my idea. That could easily sum up my adolescent outlook really - do anything that would be different from my parents! Luckily, I got over that, realized how totally amazing they both are and how awesome it is to be outside! 
I haven't moved far from home, still living at the base of a mountain in Utah where I trail run, mountain bike and ski - all of which I LOVE. I spent several year competitive Spartan Racing which taught me that 1) I can do hard things and 2) The mind is what you have to overcome, the body can do almost anything. I have a BS in Journalism and writing has always been a passion of mine. I was published twice in college, was voted "Most Likely to Write a Book" by my sixth grade classmates (I tell you this, because it has major street cred and staying power) and while a book IS on my to-do list, I'm presently wrapping-up a coaching program for women to reclaim their self worth and love themselves as they are along with a healing and detoxification program for women removing their breast implants. 
My hubby and I created our own blended family with a yours (2), mine (1) and ours (1). I've only got one left in the nest but for a lot of years I had three boys at home and it made my house nuts 24-7; which I won't deny was tough for me. I like quiet, calm and predictability which most assuredly does not fall in line with anything boy. Having hobbies, interests and personal passions that I pursued kept me grounded. I love history (especially World War II history), a good hamburger (yes, I do love red meat!), airplanes and a good laugh. I try to find humor in life's challenging situations as truly I believe it is one of nature's best natural remedies to tough. 
I've been on a long journey to health and finding a balance - I control the controllables, do my best and forget the rest. There was a time when I was making sugar-free black bean brownies, barley grass cookies and crumbly spelt bread and I learned the hard way that that was a lot of energy for something kids won't eat. So, I use organic, high-quality ingredients and keep things pretty simple. I read labels and stick the stuff I outline on my eating page.
As for my blog, it has morphed over the years. It began as an outlet for me and the stress that comes from parenting but also a great way to share what I have learned in hopes of helping other people in their journey of self progression and familial success, particularly with children with ADHD. I really wanted other parents to know that they aren't alone in their struggles! The journey that my Creator has put me on has changed the way I live my life and it has shaped me for the better. There will always be struggles but it is helpful to have an arsenal of strategies to have on hand at any one time and when all else fails, find the positives, shift your focus, re-frame your thoughts and recognize your blessings and be grateful.
Life has continued to give me my own personal challenges with health that also shaped how I parented and lead to me healing in my home using natural alternatives. Most recently, I removed my breast implants of 17 years after finding them to be the root cause of several of my health issues and have become a passionate advocate of natural beauty, reclaiming our worth as children of God and finding joy through Him and not based on what society sells us.
One thing that has remained constant is my belief that change has to start with us. We can't change other people; that is an exercise in futility and heartbreak. I believe that our thoughts are boomerangs and we are creating our life for better or for worse. I only have control over me. I always feel better at the end of the day if I have at least kept myself in check when I haven't been successful with my kids or my husband. There are those days when when all I can do is pray and go for a walk outside! Oh but then the love I have for myself and my efforts and my little family. Doesn't your heart melt looking at this pic? Sigh. He is bigger than me now! 
All in all, I'm just trying to find my way through everything as gracefully as possible, stick to my values and have some fun along the way! I will take all the help I can get and all the friends and advice I can get along the way! Thanks for reading and embarking on this journey with me.
BRITT'S RULES TO LIVE BY
I've thrown in a few of my favorite rules to live by. It's always nice to have them written down somewhere as well for quick reference. These are some of my Life's Rules to Live By...
* Always accept a compliment
* Don't say something unless you are sincere
* Moderation in all things
* It's good to stop and watch once in awhile
* Don't worry about the laundry, go and feed the geese with the kids
* Not everything will go the way I want it to
* It always takes longer than you think
* Walk softly and carry a big stick
* Relax and trust the natural process of life
* An act only works on an audience
* Trust but verify (Ronald Regan)
* Do what is hard and your life will be easy. Do what is easy and your life will be hard.
* Do or do not; there is no try. (Yoda) And let me tell you - I was saying this LONG before Star Wars became way cool again!
* Look for the positive
* Wake up and smile
* Be flexible
* It doesn't matter what you do, it's how you do it.
*Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway. (John Wayne)
*Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway. (John Wayne)
So glad you posted on my adhd momma blog. We are kindred spirits! Thanks for sharing your adhd supplement and diet regimen. I am inspired! And I am a stepmom and mom with a bicycling lifestyle, too, so I am doubly glad I found you. :)
ReplyDeleteWe are kindred spirits!! We probably could swap some good information because the blended family business and mom to my Mr. ADHD is rigorous! That's where my biking comes into play - it keeps me sane! I'm excited to look at your blog and chat soon! Thanks for taking the time to come by; the diet change is such a process there was no way to post what I've been doing in the comments section associated with your post! This is a major process! I'm SO glad that you are seeing some results in what you are doing. Such a blessing!
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