Looking at the Big Picture

These last two weeks have been pretty difficult. Eating off plan led to a huge flare up and a crazy rash on my arm and neck. I also swelled and gained weight. All a recipe for disaster for someone who was going to do their first show in October. Was. I've been mad at myself which led to more off plan eating and a fabulous pity party for one. 

But something cool happened today that really got me thinking. I had run out of my arthritis shots and needed to order a new prescription. It's quite a ridiculous ordeal to go through (thank you insurance company for my lack of choice) and they brought to my attention that I had not ordered my medication since last December. That was 9 months ago. Then it clicked. I haven't needed to take my weekly injections, weekly!  I was able to make four shots last 9 months. For me, that's amazing!!  As silly as it may sound, it gave me hope. It proves that my clean eating and working out really makes a difference. It also means I need to get my behind in gear and stick with clean eating. I've worked hard to not let my disease define me, but lately it's been kicking my rear. Clean eating works and its up to me to get my act together. I have a goal before me and its time to head in that direction. Motivation can be hard sometimes, but I can't argue with the facts. I simply feel better when I eat right.  Here's to a better tomorrow!