Time

It's amazing how fast time can seem to pass at times ...and yet at other times - - - it can seem like time does nothing but stand still!

Here I am 11 months into 2009 and as often as I crafted things in my head to write - I never managed to actually transcribe my thoughts into words. In many respects, this reflects my state of being this past year. As excited as I was to reach my goal of donating 50 lbs to Structure House ... I soon discovered that there was a very big part of me - that really was not ready to let go of the excess.

I'm pleased to report that I did not reclaim the entire donation .... I did manage to claw back a few pounds and now after 11 months find that I'm recouped 15 lbs from my initial donation. (Not good!)

When I first started this journey, I decided to create the blog as I was looking for something that would help me to keep on track and as a tool to be accountable. As a coach, I know that being accountable for the steps that I take to achieve my goal usually leads to a successful outcome.

I've slightly revised my goal this time ....instead of donating weight ...I've decided that I will simply focus on dancing my dance - this means a daily commitment to move, shake, and celebrate the joy of movement!

For incentive, I've signed up for additional NIA trainings in 2010 - the first will be 5 Stages of Healing in Portland Oregon with Debbie Rosas in February and at the end of March I will head to Cambridge MA to do my NIA Green Belt with Carlos Rosas.

I started the week with NIA Unplugged ...I love that the entire routine is done to the sound of drums ...the beat is electrifying. Today, I did Opal ...it's one of my favorite routines ...although I will admit that I did get a bit stuck with the yoga moves at the end. I do know that with practice it will get easier.

It's been a while yes ...but it feels good to be back.

Lots of love,

Norma