If you have yet to notice, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting lately. Today’s reflections came in the form of blog stuff. You all know my commitment to this blog. It serves as my special space and I truly hope to continue building and writing Faith Fitness Fun for a long time to come. I put my trust in God’s plans, because they are the best for me and my family, but I certainly have dreams to continue blogging years from now.

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For that reason, I enjoy putting effort into my blog. I love sitting down at my netbook and allowing the thoughts I want to express transform from mental ramblings to a cohesive post to share. In the time I have been blogging I have found my voice, my niche, and my greatest interests to share. I have also figured out a posting schedule that worked well for me. Yet, that must change. Part of the beauty of blogging is the flexibility, right?

Things have gotten busy in these parts and I need to cut back a teensy, weensy bit – aka go from two posts/day to one. I prefer writing two shorter posts, but I’ve realized that does not suit me best right now. Part of me fights doing so because I want to do all I can to make this blog what I desire. Then again, I have to remember that forcing things and adding extra pressure do not fit this blog either. Which is why as soon as I felt the need to pull back, I have decided I will. I like having a schedule and that schedule has to adapt to current needs. I knew I would have to cut back after baby B arrived, so I guess I’m just doing so a little earlier.

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I hope this doesn’t come across as me trying to justify anything. I actually wrote this with the intent to help organize my own thoughts about my priorities and time. I also wanted to give you all a heads up and share that we have to blog in a way that works best for us individually. Sometimes its hard to give up that control of trying to do what we think we should do, instead of what we know would work in our best interests. So cheers to a slight change, but one that keeps Faith Fitness Fun true to itself, and me true to myself.

Also, while on the topic of blogging, the NEXT button for Google Reader is my hero! ADD IT if you haven’t already. Click for a video how-to.

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• Do you follow a posting schedule for blogging? I enjoy having a schedule to keep me organized, but will adjust it as necessary.
• Have you started using the Next button yet if you use Google Reader?

I really don’t like when my husband and I get upset with each other over stress and miscommunications…but I’m blessed to have someone with whom I can share love, communicate openly, and grow stronger.

I really don’t like when my achy hips and lower back keep me up much of the night and leave me constantly exhausted…but I’m blessed for the baby growing inside of me that causes such discomfort.

I really don’t like when my morning quiet time gets interrupted by a particular two year old who thinks the day begins at 6 am as well…but I’m blessed to share those particular mornings with her.

I really don’t like when I get headaches…but I’m blessed to have a life and the ability to feel that pain.

I really don’t like when rain cancels plans for the day…but I’m blessed to have shelter from that rain and cold.

I really don’t like when I have so much to do and don’t feel like I have enough time…but I’m blessed that those basic to-dos are my biggest worries for my time right now.

I really don’t like a lot of things, way more than mentioned here, but also…many more blessings than mentioned here exist as well.

One of the things I took away from this past weekend was a greater change in perspective. I already believed in the power of our thoughts and how they affect our approach to life. I even included “perspective” as part of the 30 Days of Self Love in September. I regularly focused on keeping things in perspective when facing difficult days. Many times, however, that change went only to the brain and not to the heart.

I could tell myself, “oh its not that bad” and logically make things feel a little better. Deep down inside, however, I continued to hold on to my frustrations, worry, disappointment, or whatever else currently plagued me. A particular visual practice stuck with me and I now try to utilize that to more fully release the negatives - breathing in the love, joy, peace, kindness, etc of the Spirit and breathing out the natural reactions and emotions of the self. Perhaps that’s why I always liked yoga from the start, huh? 😉

I must always remember though, that I have the power and freedom to choose my perspective. Just as I have the power and freedom to choose my priorities and how I focus my time. I can already see the process never ends and each day poses new challenges. It truly boils down to taking each day, each moment, one at a time. Perhaps eventually it will turn into a more natural process. Until then, I will keep practicing.

• What is something you really don’t like? Can you find a positive side to it?
• Do you have any methods you use to help relieve stress or gain a better perspective on situations?