Running with the Moon on my Face & the Sun on my back

What a magnificent morning, the full moon shining on my face all the way up the road. It took my breath away it was so awesome. At my back, the sky started to turn red, as the sun seemed to struggle to get up and make its mark on the day. At one point I stopped and stood still to really take this experience into my heart and I could feel my pulse and hear my breath it was one of those exquisite moments. I would love it if you all could have this moment and be still and feel the moon on your face and the sun on your back...
One of the things I'm enjoying about my journey is the constant unfolding of new and wonderful opportunities that are coming my way. For example, I now have 15 different choices for people in terms of donations. I am thinking I will also have a silent auction, as well as a couple of fantastic Raffles. On Friday night I will have 100 people in the room and I think I will only know personally about 20 of those, for me that is truly amazing.
I have a great opportunity to get to know 80 new friends who are willing to support the Carers of Alzheimer's. Some people are driving 5 hours to attend the night and I say "Good On YOU!"

May your light shine this week! BE GREAT!

12 Weeks until I Run My Dream of the Boston Marathon

You will be pleased to know I had my massage with Nicole, and she worked a miracle on my strain so today I feel brand new. I went to Melbourne last night to meet some good friends for dinner and we had a curry which is my favorite meal.
I have been blessed with Donations flowing in for my Fund Raiser. I'm going to take an entire Blog to express my gratitude to those who are giving with such big hearts. I'm really going to have to think about how we run things on the night as there are so very many wonderful things being offered. I'm so excited about the difference we are going to make for the Carers of Alzheimer's. Who said it was not sexy to give to this very important group of people. 

With 6 days to go now to the big night, I say BRING IT ON FOLKS!!
We are going to rock Brandy Creek Wines with Good Will, Great Laughter, Growing friendships, Great Mates, Giggling, and all-round, a perfect night to spend with new friends and old friends.
You just gotta be there!! 

BE GREAT!

100% Challenge requires 100% Support.........

Warm and a little overcast here this morning, cool weather for being out and about! 

So much for saying how strong my body is, this morning I strained a muscle so had to do a lot of walking to get home. A great reason to enjoy the day and the sites around me. I noticed just how dry it is on these farms I pass most mornings, its a wonder there is any feed for the animals. I was watching these tiny rabbits playing on the side of the road, the delight they gave me, and the worry of course being so close to the road.

I have rung now to get a massage from another Boot Camp Buddy Nicole so all is well. What's the saying "To Thine ownself be True" I'm a great believer in the idea that if I want to challenge myself 100% then I must provide support for myself 100%. I think that is true of most things because I alone cannot provide support for everything I do. That's the value of teams. We all bring something special and different to the group. The important aspect is to know what you bring that is special and different, so then it becomes a real win-win.

So what is it that is special and different about you and who can you team up with to make a difference?

Now I've got you thinking. That is my intention. 

Look in the mirror and see who you really are!! BE GREAT

Look for what inspires you folks and get on with it!

Forgot to take my swimming goggles with me this morning, so my poor old eyes are burning a little bit as I write this.
I enjoyed the swim. Takes me back to when I was a kid swimming laps at the local pool. Good for my body to have the swimming part included in the training as I'm working on other muscles.
Last night I was invited to attend a Body Shop party at the home of my Boot Camp Boxing Buddy Louise. I had a lovely night with some more new people. Got me thinking about Anita Roddick who was the founder of the "Body Shop" and what an inspiration she was to so many people throughout the world. She is one person who has made her mark in so many different communities and put a smile on many faces. If you have not read her story go out and buy her book it will make you sit up and think about your life. She never ever gave up her vision and pushed on with her goals. Someone I am still inspired by.
Providing everyone that said they are coming to my Fund Raiser on the 5th of Feb attend on the night  I have 30 people to go to fill the room. Whooo!! Bring it on folks...

So who inspires YOU? Look around and see who can inspire you to be more than you thought you could ever be. 

It's worth thinking about and its about Choice.

Step into the collective Energy & make it happen for the Carers

Where do I start this morning! Another great day for running, calm, cool, and very inviting for a girl on a mission such as myself. Sometimes I do have to laugh at myself, at how driven I have become about my mission of raising one million dollars. Not to mention me running the Boston Marathon. Truly this entire adventure has taken on a life of its own. Some days I'm not sure what is driving it, the universal energy or you could call it the collective energy of people around the world. 

Reminds me of the book "The Hundredth Monkey". Read it if you haven't already as it will make you think about the power we all have.
I'm really enjoying my running, more than ever before. I think the difference is my body. I'm really up for the challenge ahead and these last few runs I have been racing myself, and my time. I have been checking my time at 3kms, 5kms, 7kms and that last 3 this morning I was really going for it!
I saw my beautiful dog friends again today, they were waiting at the gate. I love how they jump up for a pat and lick. They are so thrilled about life it's fantastic!

What are you thrilled about in your life? What makes you smile? Who can you help to smile today?

Happy Australia Day Everyone!!

What a gorgeous morning it is for Australia Day. The fog was low at 5.30am on the very burnt out looking hills with a cool breeze blowing my way. The feeling nearly took my breath away it was indeed a very exquisite morning to be out with nature and experiencing the day first hand. Then the sun started to emerge over the horizon, what a beautiful sight it was through the fog. 

Perfect day for running 10kms.
Just when I thought I was on my own on this country road, suddenly about 20 to 30 guys on push bikes came up behind me. I first knew they were there when I could hear the whirl of their wheels coming from behind. I turned my head to see what the noise was and they were right up there with me. Their little red rear lights flickering as they passed without a word. I watched as the red lights disappeared over the next hill. Then I was alone again on the road to Boston. When I say that I never really feel alone as I know someone else on the planet will be running and our hearts meet in some way. Running is such a spiritual experience in some ways as it gives me the opportunity to connect with nature, and fill my soul to the brim. 

What about you, what do you do to replenish your soul? It's important you know because the more in balance you are, the more you have available for others.. think about that. BE GREAT!

Be in your flow and watch what happens to your life

Another beautiful day to be fit and well! I thought I would share with you today about how I feel after my 24kms run yesterday. The short answer is I feel brilliant! You too can feel like this, just get the right products and get into doing some activities that suit your body.
I was talking to someone this morning who wants to do the 12 week Boot Camp and is scared about the committment. You know, some times all it takes is having the courage to start. Yes that first morning may well be difficult for you however once you get yourself there, and choose to be part of the group, it will change your life. Remember it is about how much you are willing to stretch yourself as to how big your rewards will be.

Have courage, step up, and step out and be in your flow. Once that happens, it will all come to you in the way that your desire it. Be clear about what you want..
Be yourself and BE GREAT!

Darkness and the calm of the early morning...

24kms this morning. It was quite cool when I went out of the door at 4.50am, and very dark. 

There is such a calm in the air when I step outside to begin, it's wonderful, there is so much space to think. My thinking was clear today. Get out, get on the road and enjoy the experience and really tap into my strong body and allow the kilometres to unfold before me. That's exactly what happened. Everything just flowed. I knew where I was going and I just got on with it. I spent most of my time being in Boston in my mind and then I would catch myself somewhere else and I would quickly go back to it. 

My image is wonderful of what it will be like being in the Marathon, and I will stay with that until the real moment is with me. The darkness seemed to stay with me for more than an hour this morning. I love that moment just before the sun comes up . While I'm running, the sun is coming up behind me and the magic of it is quite exquisite. Then there is a real chill in the air just before the sun breaks over the horizon. I don't need to watch it as I feel it happening. If you have not been up for an early start, do it, and get up before the sun does and have the experience for yourself. Being in the flow with life makes everything that little bit easier don't you think? How is your flow? 

What do you need to do to be flowing with the river of life?

 Enjoy every moment of every day and remember to Breathe!

13 Weeks to go to Running my Dream of the Boston Marathon.

What a day I have had walking the streets and to talk to people about my cause and the wonderful night at Brandy Creek Wines. I now have several flyers up on shop windows all over the place, which is fantastic! Then I went and bought a book, 50 Marathons in fifty days. I was so excited to get it I read some of it sitting in the shopping center car park. I only read a few pages and I am inspired.
It's amazing to me how the time is flying by. I started writing this blog with 26 weeks to go to my Marathon and now it is already 13 weeks and I will be in Boston. The other thing that is interesting is I have managed to write this blog every day, and I am so thrilled to be able to share my journey with so many big-hearted people. I have 24kms to run in the morning so I will be up at around 4.30am and as I write this I wonder what adventures I have awaiting me. Every run is unique and different and my experience is mostly enjoying and visualizing already being in Boston. Where I am in my thinking is very important to me as I start to run the longer runs. 

I believe I am only as good as my thinking. There is so much power in that and my thinking starts the moment my feet touch the floor. From that moment on I'm in the zone.
Now I'm off to bed, it's important that I'm well-rested. Where is your thinking at?

I'm Blessed to Have soooo much support!!!

Went to my first Boxing class last night! Thank goodness one of my Boot Camp Buddies, Jane, was also at the class so we paired up and worked hard. I thought that I would feel it this morning in my body, however, I feel great. I know the reason I don't feel sore is because of the fantastic products I have every day.
After the class, I had dinner with some of my new friends from Boot Camp and that was such good fun and plenty of laughs which is always good for my soul. This morning my phone has been running hot about my Fund Raiser on the 5th at Brandy Creek Wines. I'm so blessed to have wonderful people who are supporting me and supporting Carers of Alzheimer's. Bring it on! I'm thrilled at the response and we are going to have 100 people on the night and I am very excited about this. 

You have the power to make a difference. 

This is your time to SHINE!

Be willing to change and it will take you any where your heart desires...

I was reading the local paper yesterday, and I saw the ad from Superfit (Jodie) and her new Boot Camp offers. It got me thinking about how many great opportunities there are out there to help get you fit or to support your staying fit. It's almost a no brainer really. Just get yourself into a program, start a good habit, and off you go. Sounds simple, doesn't it? All that is required from you is to be willing. Being willing will take you anywhere you want to go and has the power to change your life. 

Takes me back to 2006 when I was 110.6kilos, and the joke is that I thought back then that I was healthy! Coming back from a trip to Hawaii, Jean said she was sick of sitting in the middle seat in the plane between 2 big people. She asked me to sit in the middle seat and sure enough, someone big sat next to me. I was ok until they brought my food. Just try putting the tray down when your fat is in the way. Not a pretty sight, I can tell you! Just for the record, it is 8hrs from Hawaii to Sydney, and its a long way to sit uncomfortably in the middle seat. That was a pivotal moment for me. I have been working on getting fit and healthy since.
I have to say, starting the 12 week Boot Camp put me in another zone altogether. Maybe now I am taking myself serious about being healthy. I think I have done it in stages and these days I take more responsibility for what goes in my mouth. You may laugh, as it has taken me 55years to get it. 

I guess it doesn't matter when you get it, as long as you get it. 

What about you? Where are you at? Make today count!! BE GREAT!

Feel the stretch and know that you are alive!

10km this morning and I had some company from a Boot Camp Buddy in Karen. The time just flew and it was a great treat to have her to run with. Once again I felt quite strong, maybe I'm on the up and up with my training. Who knows, every day is different, tomorrow could well be a tough day. I guess that is a good thing as it keeps me on the ball and pushing that little bit harder. I'm so grateful for my strong body and being so able to train for 6 days a week. When I use to facilitate Personal Development workshops a few years ago, I would say to my participants if you don't feel the stretch then you are are not being out of your comfort zone enough to extend yourself. I often relate to this with my training if I'm not stretching myself and my limits I'm not doing enough. I'm very focused on looking forward and visualizing my Boston Marathon run, and that alone gets me out of bed every day. Life is so full of opportunities, you just have to learn how to recognize them. Otherwise, they will just pass you by. So be on the lookout today for the opportunity that may well be right in your face. So eyes wide open.

Extend yourself feel the stretch and know that you are truly alive. BE GREAT! 

Every little bit of money makes a difference

Heating on last night, you would not believe it is summer. Back to running in my long-sleeved top this morning. I have to say I like running in the cooler weather. It's quite good really because I don't see many people first thing in the morning when it's a little cooler. I'm excited to see some of you are attending my Fund Raiser on the 5th of Feb and thrilled that some of my friends from the USA , who are unable to attend on the night, have made a donation to my everydayhero site. Thank you. Every little bit helps.
One of the things I have learned since I have been approaching people for sponsorship, is they think that they have to give a lot of money to everydayhero site so they don't give anything. 

What I am working on, is lots of people giving what they can. What they can manage may vary from $25 upwards. In some ways, it is not about the money it is about the intent of the giving. 

Giving from the heart, to make a difference out there for people you may never meet. For me, that is the magic. You must start to believe that you make a difference, so what I am asking from you is have the belief that YOU make a difference and give what you can to my site.

 Remember it is in giving that you receive... think about that

Keep Sowing the Seeds

Raining and cold this morning, and today was a rest day. Couldn't help myself. I was up at 6.20 (another sleep in) and went for a walk in the rain and it was so refreshing. The gardens looked very pleased with the rain on their soil and leaves. It always amazes me how quickly the grass starts to be green again. That's nature for you. We could all take a leaf out of the book of nature and remember to take time out to replenish our souls, so we have the energy to do what we were put on the planet for. 

I have written this blog now for many weeks, and I don't know exactly who is reading it, however, I am staying true to myself and my commitment to keep track of my journey to Boston. One thing that excites me, that I will never know about it, is the seeds I am sowing. I may never know where or when the harvest will come and I may never be able to witness the harvest, however, I know it will come.
Another thing I'm excited about today is my Step Daughter Katherine is running every second day now and is doing very well, and sounds like she is getting stronger every day she runs.I'm thrilled for her!!!
As I said you never know where the seeds are being sowed. 

Just believe in your heart that every day you have the ability to touch and influence someone else and their life. YOU can make a difference by being YOU!

After the darkness there is light....

My alarm went at 4.40am and it was very dark outside!! I thought, my goodness it is a bit scary out there.
What a beautiful morning. It was so peaceful, there was a real calmness in the air. 

I was on the road by about 5am. Once I was out in the dark in did not bother me so much. I think after being in Queensland last Sunday and experiencing 4.30am nearly light it was about just getting used to the difference. When I start early like that it seems to be always such an adventure. I never know what I am going to see when I am out and about. This morning it was the usual rabbits, cows, and some beautiful looking calves. Before I got onto the road and running though, I did surprise 2 women who looked like they were still at a  party. The house still had all the lights on, and they were sitting outside, one on the grass and the other in the driveway. They both looked up at me with such an amazed look that I started laughing. It took me back a few years when they could have been me.
The highlight of today's run for me was that I ran very strongly, and the hills seemed to come and go, which is the most exciting thing for me to feel.. I spent quite a bit of my 22kms, visualizing me in the Boston Marathon. It almost brought a tear to my eyes. 

Remember, whatever you dream, you can do... think about that

14 Weeks to go to Running my Dream of the Boston Marathon

My how time flies. It is now 14 weeks to go folks, and I am more excited than ever. Starting to run some big km per week. Well big for me anyway! After my run tomorrow which is 22kms it will be 47kms for the week which I am very pleased about. I'm amazed at how strong my body continues to be with all my activities. I am truly blessed to have this body! I'm thinking of doing a 4 week Boot Camp from the 1st Feb which will be 3 days per week. There is another 12 week Camp (which I would love to be doing) for 3 days per week, however, the last month I will be away. It is fantastic to see Superfit (Jodie) doing this again with a $3000 give away at the end. Apart from the fact it gets people enrolled to do it, I think it is very abundant of her. So if you are one of those people thinking about doing it get yourself down to Superfit and enroll. All of this activity, and pushing your body so hard, like doing Boot Camps and running Marathons is so much in your mind. If you think you can do something, then it is very likely you can. 

You are only as good as your mind lets you be... think about that. BE GREAT!

Remember 5th of February 7pm

Swimming is the training today, and it is a lovely morning to be alive and fit and well. 

Early this morning I met with Vivian, who is going to be speaking on the 5th of Feb at Brandy Creek Wines for our Big Fund Raiser. You know, what I love about being on this journey, is the wonderful people I am meeting from all walks of life. I am so touched by how these people are willing to put their hand up and be counted for Carers of Alzheimer's. In these early days of my Fund Raising I am finding it very important to stay focused on the goal of raising one million dollars. I'm learning a tremendous amount about how to approach individuals and companies to get behind this idea and embrace it like it is their own. Mostly my experience is that people are working hard on just doing what they are doing within their own life. What I mean is that it is up to us you and me to enlighten others to dig deep for the cause.
This week has been challenging for me, being away from home and my family again. It is during these times that I hold on to what is important to me.  What is important to me is who I love, and making a difference in the world.This is what keeps me excited and jumping out of bed everyday with newness in my heart. What about you ? What do you hold on to when the going gets tough ? 

I guess the bottom line is to be true to your self. Be authentic.

Thank goodness for Map My Run

I went to Melbourne last night and was up at 5.30 to do my 10km.

 I don't know if any of you know "Map my Run" just Google it. Does not matter where you are in the world you can go to that site and plan your run and for how long etc fantastic way to see other places don't you think?
I've got a bit of a challenge with my mouth (teeth) so had to go and see an Oral Surgeon. I am such a fraidy cat when it comes to Dentists however this guy was lovely to me.
As soon as I was out the door I was down the road to my most favorite coffee place in the entire world "Brunetti" Cafe in Carlton. I sat quietly and enjoyed my Long black! What can I say? Only long black drinkers would understand what I mean..
Not long now until my Big Fund Raiser, and I know what I will be doing this weekend. Yes, you guessed it getting Bums on seats. Who do you know that would come and support such a great event? Let me know.

Better still what about YOU! Time to step up to the challenge folks. 

Remember if you can't feel the stretch you are not doing enough. Think about that.....

Study the Contrast... Know what you want!

A cool morning to run,  with a bit of rain thrown in today.....perfect! I checked the weather this morning and Melbourne is 23 today and Boston -2. Contrast is such a great opportunity to enjoy most things we see, hear, smell, taste, and feel. Contrast is what helps us know what we want because it also shows us what we do not want. Can't have one without the other it is fantastic in that it helps us to get clear and stay on our path. I guess you have to know what your path is! I have heard from some of you that you are not sure where you are going in life. I say use the contrast of things. It is my experience that we usually know what we don't want. As soon as you know that, then think of the opposite and there you will find what you do want. At that point, you can start moving forward to your dreams and goals. The other little thing that really helps me is to be still and go inside and reflect on where I am at with myself. Less is often more. 

I find that being is a lot harder than doing. Think about that.
Gosh in re-reading all that I'm into deep & meaningful this morning am I not!

BE GREAT! Be yourself which means you can be great without even trying!

What you think so you become!

Back in Gippsland today and a little bit different running here this morning. 

I ran 10km and it was a little warm at 5.30am, although nothing like the humidity of Queensland. 

Time to get my head around the next part of the journey. Running in different places certainly keeps me on the ball I can tell you. I'm a little sad at being away from home again, however, I know that  I need to stay focused and keep looking ahead at the tasks at hand.
I left my Treasure Map on the wall at home however I took several photos of it and now I have it as the wallpaper on my phone. Fantastic to have a constant reminder of my dreams and goals. It's brilliant really because I get to see it every day and look at it. In any of the books, when I read about goals, they all say you are best to read them every day so it is always in your head, and the key, I believe to manifesting is "What you think so you become". I feel like I am ready to take on the world, goals are set, training is happening my weight is improving every day I feel very excited about the year ahead. Soooooo Bring it on !!!

Now I dare you to go out and make a difference in your world today!  SMILE

Do you want to create fantastic new habits ??

I had a big sleep in this morning until 5.30am. 

Who needs an alarm when you are into a habit such as I am, of getting up early. They say it takes 48 days to start a new habit. I'm not sure about that. I just know, that once I start something it is very easy to follow once I'm in the groove of doing it, no matter what that thing is. 

It was a great morning to take the dogs to the park and they were thrilled to be out and about. One thing about being in Queensland is that the people do like to get up early and drink in the wonderful new day. I'm back to Gippsland today, and on with the next part of my journey. 

I'm very excited about the journey I'm on, even though in some ways I have no idea where it is going to take me. All the journey does, is encourage me to be very clear about where I intend to go and then I watch all the pieces fall into place. You never need to worry about the how of your goals, because the Universe takes care of that. The important thing is to always keep your eye on the goal. 

What about you and the habits you want to create? Doesn't take long to create them, just have to keep doing the thing until it is second nature to do it. Think about that.
Remember "What other people think of me is none of my business" So get on and do what you want!

4am start and what a georgous morning to be Alive

4am, up and ready to go. What a gorgeous morning it was. Birds were soooo busy in the palms and chatting very loudly. I'm sure sometimes they are discussing what's for breakfast.
I was pleased with my 20km effort today. The road was very hot on my feet. I am still having difficulty with the heat, and even though today I started  early, it seemed to warm up very quickly. 

I saw some young guys getting home from a party. They couldn't stand up. They had to lean on each other to stay standing. I'm sure when they wake up sometime this afternoon they will wonder what passed them in the dark!
It is going to be another magnificant day here today. I think I will spend some of the day in the pool. Tomorrow I am back to Gippsland and back to my very serious mission of Training and fundraising.

It's not long now to my big fundraising event on the 5th of Feb and I am looking forward to seeing most of you there.

Whatever you do today, make it count and keep sowing the seeds as you never know where the harvest will come from... BE GREAT !

15 Weeks to My Dream of Running the Boston Marathon

It is late in the day here. As I sit by the pool, the sun is casting a shadow through the palm trees and there is a cool breeze blowing over the pool onto my face. Beautiful to be sitting enjoying this end of the day.
I have to run 20km in the morning. Today was to be a rest day, however, I found myself helping a friend move house in the heat of the day. Then I got to sit in the truck with the driver going down the coast to my friend's new house. What a view we had of the beaches, the blue water, and heaps of people swimming.

I felt so grateful for such beauty and the pleasure of this day. Not to mention the new people I met which gave me an opportunity to share my Boston Run and Fund Raising goal. 

I am always amazed at how much I can learn from the people I meet, and how they give me a privileged look into their world, it's fantastic!
Coming home then and enjoying the pool and drinking in the sun.... exquisite don't you think...
15 weeks now until my run and I am sooooo excited. 

Can't imagine how I will be on the day if this is how I feel now!

Hope your weekend is fruitful. Remember to sow plenty of seeds so your harvest will come. 

Be Abundant!

Together we can make a HUGE difference !

The day is gorgeous, the sun is shining and all is well. Swimming today and I'm thrilled about that given the day.
I have been taking my time with my Treasure Map and I am nearly out of room on the cardboard.

I'm very excited about the year ahead. I'm so excited to be involved with raising funds for Carers of Alzheimer's. The last few days when I have had some time to reflect on the project ahead I now have such anticipation of the difference we can all make in so many people's lives. The prospect of it all blows my mind! Together we can make such an impact on the future for Carers. Training for the Boston Marathon seems easy compared with being a Carer 24/7. When I experience my training difficult I find myself thinking of the Carers I'm running for and in a heartbeat it becomes easy! It is the power of my brain I guess and we all have the same power to shift what we are thinking.
So let's get together with this and get behind the one million Carer's around Australia to make a change so they can feel supported by all of us. 

Come on now, use your energy for Change and make it happen.
All we need to do is shift our energy and use the power of our mind. Think about that.

Everydayhero Money Magnet site now open for business

4.30am and a very calm, beautiful morning. A slight breeze which was a blessing for my 10km run.
After my swimming yesterday I went to a friend's house for a very long lunch on their balcony. The views were stunning, looking over and through trees, the beach, and then the odd plane coming and going at a distance. The birds came to sit on the railing waiting to be fed. The babies were all fluffy and the parents looked almost regal, as they patiently sat. Our friends were telling us that the birds use to fly right into the house and steal shells. At first they started with the small ones and then they went for the bigger ones, you know the ones you put up to your ear to hear the sound of the sea. It all got a bit much and they had to be disciplined. Nature is an amazing thing, if only we could just let it be, and not get in the way of the flow. At one point, I was about to feed one bird, and then within a second there were 6 birds sitting in silence watching , so I fed one after the other. How did they know to come to the food. If only I could attract money to my fund like that. Maybe I can, maybe I have to change something I am doing so the energy around it changes so that my everydayhero site becomes a Giant magnet.The money magnet draws the one million dollars to it. www.everydayhero.com.au/mary_scott_2  Lets see if it works...

 Big Breath now.. Suck in Life....

Swimming today, and the day is beautiful and perfect for swimming... 

The thing that I am starting to get into is skipping. I have been so bad at skipping in the past, however, I have put it on my treasure map as something I want to improve. I stop and start all over the place as I am always tripping myself up. I think it will help with my running as I am so heavy on my feet.

John my hairdresser, who was a great boxer, is light on his feet, he moves so quickly and is light on his feet. I'm laughing at myself a bit now learning to run at 53 now learning to skip at 55. Good thing I have done therapy as I would be really wondering what my childhood was all about. Life is so exciting for me as I believe I have so much I can learn and so many more things to achieve before I bite the dust. 

Another one of my dreams is to do a lot of public speaking. I would love to travel and have speaking engagements around the world. I think I better get on with writing my book so at least I have something to sell as I go..

What about you, how are you going with formulating your goals for 2010? It's so good to have a plan so you know where you are going. Having goals, you can align yourself with what you want to achieve.
BE GREAT! Shine your light for all to see.....

Fund Raising evening Friday Feb 5th 7pm. Bring your friends...

Would you believe at 4.45am the rain was pouring down? I didn't want to wait today, so out I went to do my 10km run. It was refreshing, I can tell you, and I really enjoyed the experience.
I wanted to remind you all once again about my fundraising evening at Brandy Creek Wines on Friday, Feb 5th starting at 7pm. The evening is to be a Churrasco (Brazilian Flame Grill) $45 per person and that includes a glass of wine. If you wanted to check it out more go to http://www.brandycreekwines.com.au/  I'm looking for tables of people who are willing to come along, have fun, and support Carers of Alzheimer's. We will be having some fantastic Raffles on the night as well, so bring some change with you. All proceeds from the night will go to my everyday hero site.
To book, you need to ring me with how many of your friends you are bringing along to support this very worthy cause.
Today I am going to review my Treasure Map, to make sure I am completely satisfied with it, as I am planning on having a very successful 2010.

Go Big! Be Great! Make the most of each and every day because you just don't know who's life you are impacting on by being you.

8km today and pouring rain delayed my session

There I was, all ready to go at 5am, and down came the rain, thundering on the tin roof, and I was thinking will I, won't I,......  At the end after all the mind chatter I decided to wait. Finally at 5.50am the rain turned itself off just like a tap. It's funny as I saw all the regular faces this morning even though I was much later than other mornings. I had this picture in my mind of us all standing in our homes watching at the window for it to stop so we could get on with our activities.
I have had quite a few questions about my Treasure Map, which I have to say, is still a work in progress. Some of you reading this will have participated in my Treasure Map workshops in the past and you will have already completed your Map for 2010! For the rest of you, maybe I need to run a workshop for you once I am back in Victoria. We could spend a Saturday together sharing ideas and creating great Maps and get excited about the year ahead,(just in case you are not excited yet!)

Remember, "What we think we Become" 

What I like about Treasure Maps is you can put all your thoughts down on cardboard and then you can become it. What do you think about that? ......Be Great!

Treasure Map Day Today

I slept in today until 6am which was a treat. Went to the produce market to enjoy the delights of fresh food and even sampled the food offered. Came home with a very full trolley of goodies.
The rest of the day I have spent working on my Treasure Map, and even though I have been hard at it, it is still a work in progress. I have been creating treasure maps since 1989, and I believe they are a very powerful tool to use in your life to give your dreams and goals form. Give the dreams and goals form through the use of art, words, or photos or anything that will stick to the card really. I believe it helps me to visualize exactly what I want and the direction I am heading. Remember, that is what I have been doing with regard to running the Boston Marathon. So it works! 

Most of the time I did not know how it was going to happen, I just knew it would!!
Well, I better get back to it... Maybe now you will get on and do it for yourself... Don't believe a thing I am saying. 

Do a Treasure Map for yourself, dream big, and then watch the magic happen for you!
Be Awesome! Keep Smiling & remember to Dream Big its worth it...

16 Weeks to Go to my Dream to Run The Boston Marathon

A 4.15am start this morning. It was still dark, although the kookaburras were busy singing and welcoming me to the wonderful morning that awaited me. Fuel belt on with my 3 drinks on board, ipod on so I couldn't hear the noise of my breathing when the going gets tough. Unfortunately today I wore some new sox and they were not as good as my tried and trusted so my left foot is a bit sore now. No blister just a bit sore. Quite humid as well and my arms chaffed. That's what I get for carrying that extra weight on my arms. After my shower the coconut oil on to help the redness on the lower parts of my arms. 

17 kms this morning. One of the joys on my run this morning was watching some Pelicans. It was quite a sight as they flew over my head, and landed on the river below.
I was thinking this morning about the journey I am on and how important the journey is when you are in training for a particular goal. It really is all about the journey, and I intend to get as much out of this as possible. I notice I learn so much more every day I'm on it, or should I say in the experience of the journey. 

What about you? What's your journey? what are you learning about? What are you striving for? Think about that! Last thing "What are you prepared to do to get it?"

Start as you mean to go on in 2010

I love that saying "Start as you mean to go on!" 

When I awoke this morning the birds were singing, the pool outside my bedroom doors was sparkling and inviting. The day felt new and exciting, and I'm very excited about this wonderful year of 2010.
I am about to start cutting all my bits out of magazines for my Treasure Map. I bought the cardboard and I'm all set to go. I have made some notes on my phone, so once I start I will have a fantastic map of how this year will turn out for me. The biggest challenge I have when I do these is how big am I prepared to dream? I think this year I am really going to go for it and go all out for something HUGE.

Yes, thinking big is the way to go...
What about you? Have you thought about 2010 and how you will spend your time? What big dreams do you have? What are you prepared to do to realize those dreams?
I have been thinking about this quite a bit today. What am I prepared to do to make this year really rock!
I will get very clear about my intentions, as I know how important that is for me. 

Energy follows intention.

Get Laser-focused on your Goals and never take your eyes off where you are going. 

Be Awesome, it works!

I always have a reason to get out of bed in the morning. What will you choose?