Thursday 10 September 2009

A 'spring' in my step.....

I have a real 'spring' in my step, life is just so good right now......

(roses from Babes...)

lots and lots of exciting and positive things happening in my life.....

Remember this pretty journal I made,


I used it to write down a whole lot of goals for myself earlier this year when Babes and I separated and now when I look back over them I can see how well and how quickly I have progressed.....

in six months here is some of what I have achieved from my list
*joined pole dancing - lol
*had therapy to deal with marriage breakup
* focused on the well being of the Princess and I
*de-cluttered and cleaned and cleansed house
*became fit and healthy
*stayed positive
*crafted
*painted furniture to sell
*applied to university to become a Primary School Teacher (application pending)

some small and some big but all working towards the bright and shiny future I have planned for the Princess and I......

and some unexpected positives, like meeting a really nice man........

tee hee...................................................

take care Rachaelxo

p.s check out Natasha's blog, she is hosting a swap with a twist......

18 comments:

Reflections from the Stone Nest said...

Oh what a beautiful journal to keep your thoughts, dreams, and things to aspire to. It's gorgeous! I love it! So happy you are having positive things going on. We have to celebrate once in a while, don't we?

Blessings,
Kitty

Lori said...

Rachael, i am SO SO SO thrilled to hear that you are doing well and that you sound so happy...i think keeping your journal helped you stay focused and move on with your life...you GO girl...this is really inspiring to me for so many reasons...thanks!!!

Connie said...

Very pretty, sugar! I'm going to join Natasha on this one too.
xoxo,
Connie

Fete et Fleur said...

WOW! That is quite a list accomplishments. You're amazing!!

Hugs!
Nancy

Linda said...

Your journal is beautiful and best of all you have made so many positive changes...I'm happy your spirit is filled with joy...hugs, Linda

Anonymous said...

That's so exciting to see what you've achieved. Going back to school will be fun, I've been thinking of studying teaching actually.

Aimz said...

That's cool Rachael, glad you know you've got some positive goals :-)

LiLi M. said...

You can be so proud of yourself! You managed to accomplish a lot in a time which probably wasn't the best time of your life to use an understatement. But you did it anyway, chapeau and very deep bow.
Stay happy and healthy! Your journal is beautiful! Everbody should have one. Have a great day, today, tomorrow and every day!

Alison Gibbs said...

Rachael that is fabulous, you know you deserve nothing but the best in life.
Take care and be happy
Alison

Unknown said...

Oh Rachael!! This is just the best post!! I am sooooo proud and happy for you!! You are an inspiration to me! You have such a beautiful outlook and things will be wonderful for you from now on, I can feel it! You rock!! And yay for meeting a nice new man :):) I love your journal too, sooo pretty as are those roses!
PS, I want to learn to pole dance too :)
Love you lots sweet friend,
Amy

A Bite of Country Cupcakes said...

Pole dancing lessons have bee in My "to do list " for bout 5years now!
So happy that you have dusted yourself off and some ambitions...Well done.

The Vintage Kitten said...

You are doing brilliantly and a 'new man' on the horizon? Good for you! X

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Rachael, I am so thrilled for you and happy that all is going so well. You so deserve every bit of happiness and good things. Your journal is gorgeous and filled with all those positive points is perfect.
You did it, with courage and determination. You are an inspiration. So happy you met someone too!!
The roses are gorgeous and keep that spring in your step.

Thanks for stopping by and your kind comment.

Hugs, Celestina Marie

Alicia ~ Time Worn Style said...

Love the idea of the journal, sometimes its nice to remind ourselves of just how far we have come.
So very pleased to hear you are doing great!
Alicia

Ruth Welter said...

Rachael,

You should be so proud of yourself...you have accomplished so much. You deserve happiness and it sounds like you are achieving all your goals. Be proud...congratulations.

Ruth

Betty said...

That is fantastic Rachael! Good for you for going back to school!!

Great-Granny Grandma said...

Oh wow! That's an impressive list. Glad things are going well and your life has taken a positive turn. Am also loving that top picture of the vase of roses. Was it a special occasion?

karlascottage.typepad.com said...

Good for you, Rachael, I'm glad to hear that you are doing so well!