Bellydance 4 Beginners

OMG!!! I just had an opportunity to workout with my bellydancing video & let me just say "it's official". The video I used is called Bellydance Fitness for Beginners - Arms, Abs, Hips, Buns & Thighs. I know I claimed in my previous post that I was hoping this video would have a faster pace than the Y class I previously attended, however; thank God it wasn't. The pace was relatively slow, but the graceful movements are repetitive and create a lot of resistance.

Working out to the video allowed me to realize just how stiff and weak I am. Movements basically focus on the core area of the body, and I must admit that mine is a -1 at this point. Though it felt a little discouraging being unable to master some of the movements, it gives me something to work towards. My upper body strength is so poor right now so it's essential that I stick with it. I'm sure doing so will bring about changes on both the inside and outside of my body in no time ;0)

B Blessed

BootyLicious

Ok its time for me to get my body moving again. I've done pretty well getting back on track with my dietary routine....well scratch that, lifestyle change. This week I have really focused on limiting the amount of sugar and starch that enters my body. However, getting my water in has been a challenge in itself, but I'm focusing on easier ways to incorporate H2O to make the process better.

I'm also trying something new this week. My belly dancing video finally arrived..YAY! I'm so excited. I tried a belly dancing class once at the Y and boy was I in for a surprise. Being a woman of "color" the art of dance comes easily to me, however; during that class it was confirmed that not everyone is born with the gift of rhythm....Yep I said it. Anyway, the class was not really what I expected, and it didn't move as fast as I hoped it would. So I decided to try it at home with the help of a video and my own personal soundtrack. I'm hoping it will be something fun to add to my regular exercise regimen, and as an added incentive I'm setting a goal of a 10lb weight loss before I can purchase my hip scarf.

This year I vowed to try something new every month. Lately, I've just limited that resolution to only new fruits and vegetables. However, I think I'm going to try it in other aspects of my life as well. On the list of physical activities I'd like to work into my future endeavours are horseback riding, golf and paintball.

Anyway.....I'm on my way....Look out "King" magazine...(yea right) I'm more of an "Essence" woman....4SHO

Playtime is Over....

Everyday we wake up we should be thankful. Thankful that God has bestowed upon us another opportunity to correct our mistakes and/or reveal what it is we embody as our gift to the earth. I personally have been struggling for a while now with a number of decisions, and I constantly find myself asking God what it is he wants me to do. But perhaps I'm not listening, ignoring his request or procrastinating as usual. I say this because without question I'm sure he hears my prayers, but for whatever reason I'm reluctant to take the first step.

Nevertheless, we have no time to waste. When you're an adult "playtime" is officially over. Time waits for no one. When your time is up its up and the time you wasted or used sparingly will be evaluated. So my message to myself and anyone else reading this is to muster up all the courage possible and simply live out your dreams and aspirations. No matter how outlandish they may appear to yourself and others...........

Being grateful in the moment !!!!

So often many of us (especially me) are guilty of being ungrateful in the moment. I say this because I find myself always worrying about what is to come instead of realizing that all of my needs are currently being met.

I am a person whose mind constantly races and I constantly think about what is to come. For example, I remember moving into my first apartment and on the first day wondering what I was going to do once my lease was up. Another example would be when I began my graduate degree my immediate thought was what I would pursue for post graduate work.....

I've realized that I am a person who always likes to be in control and "ready" for whatever. But if its one thing that I have learned in the past year it's that I'm not in control no matter how hard I try.

One thing I know for sure is that I need to simply surrender and trust the process. Though I may not always understand what is going on and why. I know and believe that God has a plan for my life. And while I'm investing time in worrying about what that process will entail I'm missing out on the many opportunities and precious moments surrounding me.

Procrastination

I have a terrible habit of procrastinating and it appears to be getting worse the older I get. Sometimes I think it's a hormonal imbalance or something (yes believe it or not I've heard that b4) but needless to say I consider that to be bull.

Anyway, I find myself putting off everything, and though my intentions are good I'm tired of being pushed to the limit in everything I do. I am at a point in my life where I feel as though I want to move forward in so many ways, but I realize with this lack luster approach things will never happen.

I guess the good thing is that I realize a dilemma exists and something has to be done about it. Therefore, it's time to get down to business and handle things appropriately. So I promise from this point on I will do everything in my power not to procrastinate......

Or should I just start tomorrow ;0)

Today's Tidbit is:
Don't put off tomorrow what you can do today...i don't know whose quote this is.... but hell it makes since....

Peace w/2 Big Toes

Sunday night

OMG! Though I love writing and find it very therapeutic. Its strange to do so in a manner that allows others to peer into your personal thought process. Because this is my first post I will try to stay rather brief. But I warn you...I have a tendency to get off track and ramble occasionally...But always eventually come back ;0) (Ok what was I saying...O Yea)

Anyway, my reason for blogging is one based upon personal and somewhat professional fulfillment. Ever since I can remember I have always wanted to write. Though many of my friends don't know this about me...it is indeed a secret passion.....If I was lonely, sad, happy, resentful, in-love or whatever I always wrote about it. I have actually won several awards as a result of it, and aspire to do so on a national level at some point. As a matter of fact, I have been working on a novel for a number of years now, but I seemed to have encountered "writers block". However, it could be that I have what I consider to be more pressing issues on my mind to deal with at this point. Whatever the reason... I intend to overcome "IT" along with several other road blocks before me at the moment.

I am a spiritual person who relies heavily upon God for guidance. My blog is called "The Waiting Game" because that's what I feel I'm doing at this point in my life. I often feel as if much of my life is in limbo & its like I'm waiting for spectacular things to happen....But in actuality, I now realize that I am responsible for making things happen for myself...Faith without works is dead (James 2:20). But I have also learned that sometimes there is a need to be still and listen because failure to do so can result in disobedience and missed opportunities. So that's what I'm doing...I have vowed to sit still and listen to what "God" wants me to do....

This year has bought about changes in my life that I never knew could happen. I have been a vegetarian now for almost 4 months, I cut my hair off 7 months ago for a more natural approach , and I am slowly but surely ridding my life of things and people that hold no true significance to me. I believe in the power of positive energy and I am striving to make all of my surroundings a product of it.

So in closing if there is nothing else that you know for sure..." Know your Worth and never let anyone Devalue You !!!"