I need to start an exercise program.
I have a small workout room in my house that houses the finest in dust collectors and portable clothes hangers that has been practicing social distancing for years now.
Although I have been working and doing everything I normally do besides runs into town, (not literal runs. I dont do that, ever), my body must be in survival mode. It is hanging on to fat like a security blanket.
This has to stop.
My thighs have never thought of the possibility of social distancing. They have each other and I will never dissolve that relationship.
I’ve learned to accept that.
I still have that after baby body.
Yes, my last baby is now in her 30s….
Mind ya business.
I fluctuate 10lbs constantly.
Keeping within my clothes.
When things start getting a little tight,
I don’t get excited about having to buy new clothes! At least not bigger ones.
And guess what?
Those stores are not essential at this moment in history.
And I am just not ready to share all this with all of you, that’s an episode of Naked and Afraid you wont want to DVR.
My aim?
Healthy
There are super models shaped like me.
My wrapping paper is just that.
Sometimes shiny with ribbons and bows, and sometimes a brown paper bag.
It does not define me.
Under the wrapping is Lorene.
Open the cover of this book and see what’s inside. Some of you may be surprised.
I know some of the most beautiful people that are wrapped in butcher paper, quiet, out of the limelight. You can see their inner glow through the seams of the cover. Big huge hearts beating so loud you can feel their vibrations
I’ve also met those people studded with diamonds, glitter, fancy ribbon. Leather and lace. You know the ones that catch your eye.
But that is all they are.
Fancy on the outside.
Dark on the inside.
Cold and self absorbed.
Never judge a book by its cover.
How true, how true.
A really good book can be worn and tattered, or shiny and cherished.
The only way to find out is to open it and start reading.
Now is the time to see past covers.
Get to know each other.
Ask questions, share experiences.
You may never get as close as my thighs, but you can develop new friendships.
You will be surprised at how much you have in common.
Make the best out of physical distancing.
Excuse me while I go visit my elliptical, I think the pants i want to wear today are hanging on the handle.
And I need more coffee.
Love you
Love Big
Lorene
