what comes first?

it's been over a week since i've had or made the time to write. busy at work and busy at life. seems like this time of year is hectic for everyone. i've made it to most events i planned on going to, but unfortunately a couple were casualties of my exhaustion. with all of your commitments, what gets your attention and what falls off the chart?

i remember a few years ago when a friend's husband was thinking about going back to school to get his masters degree and he was on the fence about making the commitment. when he asked his mother-in-law her opinion, she said, "the two years will pass whether or not you go to school." she was right. he went back to school, the two years passed and instead of wishing he had the degree, he had it. he made it a priority.

my 40s were a challenging time, but i made a couple of very good personal and career choices. the irony is that while making most of these choices i didn't put myself first....ever. now at 50, i'm making me more of a priority. it's been an interesting challenge putting myself first and not letting everything else fall through the cracks. 3 months ago i was finally inspired to change my unhealthy lifestyle. i've changed how i think, breathe, eat, move and laugh. the 3 months have passed and all the changes have just become what i do now. 

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