Happiness

Happy Saturday!

Today I had to be at work at 7am and ya know what?

I was incredibly happy today!

I had double the coffee and everyone at work kept commenting on how hyper/happy I seemed.

That in itself made me smile.

I mean, I was bouncing off the walls mostly because of the coffee, but also I just felt good!

My two friends whom I recruited to join me in 'Over It October' have been sending me texts everyday letting me know what they did for themselves that made them happy!

Today, well tonight, I am going out with a friend to drink, maybe dance, and hopefully get a free drink or two...? haha

It should be a good time!

Just wanted to check in and make sure you do something for yourself this weekend that will help you smile! :)

XO

Oh Happy Day!

Today was tough, but I was determined to find happiness.
I desperately needed new running shoes after obliterating mine from hiking the past few days.
They are covered in mud.
They're also almost 1 1/2 years old and I put a lot of miles into those shoes.
I love Brooks so I decided to stick with them...

Nordstrom

I was torn at first because the shop down the street had these shoes in a really pretty coral/pink ombre color, but they were a little more expensive.

I went home and decided since my last pair of shoes were super bright pink I would go for purple/blue ones.

Plus, it kind of reminds me of a mermaid...so that got me excited too! haha

They should be here in about a week and since it's supposed to snow soon {EEEK!} they will stay nice and pretty longer from just being used at the gym.

The reason today was so tough was because it's been officially a week since my last boy debacle.

I can be really hard on myself after relationships end, even if I know the guy is just a jerk.

I obsess over every text, conversation, meetup...what I did wrong, what I could have done instead.

I know, it's not healthy and I'm working on it!

The truth is, the right guy won't make me wonder if I did something wrong.

I have a lot of emotions to process right now.

I'm the type of person who associates my emotions through music.

I've been listening to a lot of Sara Bareilles lately.

Her songs are heart wrenching, honest, gutsy...

Girl just gets it!

She is so, so talented and seems really fun!

How could you not love her?!
*Warning* Curse words galore in this next song.

The first time I heard this song I was listening to Sara Bareilles station at work through my headphones.
At first, it seemed so cute and fun...then she just started to dropping f-bombs and I laughed so hard.
But isn't that song so true?!

Anyway, I have to be at work bright and early tomorrow and have a fun Saturday night planned, so this girl needs her beauty sleep!

Night loves!

XO

More Hiking Pics

Here are some more awesome pics from my hiking adventures!

 Our friend that we met at the top took this amazing panorama of us.

 Victory!

It was muddy and steep and I was hanging on for dear life!

Over It October is on day 2 and going strong...or at least trying to.

Throughout the day, I try to focus on the positives in my life and dive into work, exercise, hobbies...anything to take my mind off the hurt.

If you don't know what I'm referring to, read my previous post here.

Today, I had a fantastic day at work, rented a funny, girl-power movie {The Other Woman}, and attended yoga class with my favorite instructor.

I'm really trying to get more into yoga.

I used to hate it, thinking it was too slow for my upbeat workout taste; however, I leave class feeling amazing and my muscles are always pretty sore the next day!

Pinterest

Haha Yes...this pretty much sums me up.

I don't really care that I suck because, like my instructor said tonight, "Yoga is about loving yourself, your body, your life."

I literally teared up in class.

Happiness is on the horizon and I'm chasing after it, people!

I hope you did something today, for you, that made you happy! :)

XO

Over It October

Have you ever reached that point where dating just isn't fun for you anymore?
Seem to be stuck in a cycle of dating for a few weeks only to be let down or realize the guy is a giant jerk?
That's where I'm at now.
And I'm over it!
That's why I've declared this month to be Over It October!!
I decided to lay off the dating for this month and focus solely on me.
What I want.
What I need.
What I don't want.
Basically just taking a breather and remember what dating should be all about anyway...fun!
It shouldn't be a constant burden or stressor.
If it is, that's probably a good indicator that the relationship isn't right for you.
It's not always the guys fault.
My last two relationships {I use that term very loosely with these guys} had some major red flags.
I ignored them because, mostly, I just wanted to have someone to go out with and have fun.
I understand that sounds a bit pathetic and have even had people tell me that is a stupid reason to go out with a guy.
Maybe so, but the truth is, I'm lonely.
If I have the option of going out with a guy for a night vs staying at home for the 3rd Saturday night in a row...I'm mostly likely choosing the guy even if I know the fun feeling won't last longer than a night.
I finally broke down this weekend and decided I needed a change.
The revolving door of newness and excitement and rejection is just too much for me right now.
I get too invested and take it too personally when it doesn't work out.
Sometimes the timing isn't right.
Sometimes the guy is just a jerk.

But the whole point of all of this is that October will be my month.
I have decided to do something that makes me happy everyday.
I already have two friends on board, one in VA and one in Chicago! :)
Today, my coworker/friend, Greta, and I went on a wonderful hike!

 At the top, we met Joe.

It was his 40th birthday and he brought a beer with him.

He shared with us and we made a new friend!

The gorgeous panoramic view.

Seriously, how can you look at this view and not be happy!

Alaskan sunsets.

Nothing like it!

As I reflect back on the past several months that have let me to this place, I am grateful for the experiences, but my heart and my head need to relax a little.

I am, instead, going to focus on finding happiness and comfort in all of the wonderful things I have in my life.

Hopefully this month brings me some peace as well.

Happy October, friends!

May all your pumpkin needs be ever filled! :)

XO Linds