Today I woke up in a much better mood and didn't want that to change. One thing that brings me peace is reading books. I enjoy reading books by classic American novelists, so I decided to start with John Steinbeck. My favorite Steinbeck novel is The Pearl, but this time I decided to read Tortilla Flat. I read nearly 40 pages between working out and having my hair colored. I truly believe in the power of reading and increasing our knowledge. We can increase our knowledge by reading fiction too, not just non fiction. When I think of the smartest people I know or who even exist, most of them have a love for reading and can relate fictional stories to their lives. Doing so helps to shape their character and help them think creatively. Interestingly enough, Tortilla Flat has helped me realize today what kind of person I want to be. There are characters who make decisions based on their own desires, but not for the benefit of everyone. I began to reflect on my relationships with my friends and those I care about and question my own ethics. I know there are people I can be better friends to and I think those 40 pages today helped me realize that.
Spiritual:
Today was a milestone for me. It has been exactly 7 years since I joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I don't even know where to begin in telling you how grateful I am for this Gospel. I think today I thought more about how the Gospel has changed me. I am amazed at how the Lord knew the right time in my life to introduce the Gospel to me. When I think about who I wanted to be at this age several years ago, it doesn't even measure up to the person I am now. I don't mean to say that I am this magnificent, perfect person (because we all know I am not), but the things I've accomplished and the character I've developed is far greater than I could have imagined. I know I make mistakes and that I still have a long road to being who God wants/needs me to be, but I am glad I am a much better version of myself.
February 15, 2007
Physical:
It was another sprint interval day. XOJO is becoming my best friend. I love the way I feel when I workout and I feel like it is making a huge difference. I used to get incredibly tired during my workouts, but when I use XOJO, I am fueled to keep going and not give up. Running intervals is making a difference in shaping my body and helping me see the results I want. I grew up doing physical activity where my legs were my greatest asset. I was a gymnast, a dancer, a sprinter, and a cheerleader. Therefore, muscular legs will just always stick with me. I am extremely self conscious of my legs and often wish they were leaner. I know that years of building that leg muscle will take awhile to trim down, but I am trying new ways to fully engage my body and see the results I want.
My best friend for the day
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