Yesterday was my family reunion! It was extremely fun and I love to get together with people I rarely get to see. My sister and I almost took the trophy for horseshoes, which we had never played before, but got beaten out by two of our uncles. Ah, well; it was fun nonetheless.
Recently, a few bad things have happened in my life. A few weeks ago, I had that tragedy and, now, another one occurred. I want this to stop. I know I need to take care of myself and I know that my friends and family need to do the same.
Quite a few of my family members smoke and it drives me crazy. Not only can I barely tolerate the smell of smoke, but it's just plain disgusting. Why would you want to put your body through that? I know tobacco is supposed to be really addictive, but I know someone (who I look up to) quit with sheer determination. No special pills or gum or patches, just will. If they can do it, cold-turkey, why can't other people? It confounds me.
I think I might start a sort of family campaign to better our lives. Maybe something with getting people to stop smoking, start eating healthier, or exercising more. That would be really fun! Plus, I know something has to be done. Almost every single one of my elders has at least one medical problem. They blame it on old age, but I know it's not only that. We have to start taking care of ourselves and each other.
In order to evade hypocrisy, I am going to better myself, as well. I will start eating healthier and exercising regularly (God knows I will, with all these volleyball practices). I will detox myself and become the healthiest I can be. I know I can get out of this rut and make myself feel better. I can start by eating less junk food and taking walks more often. Just the little things, no extremes.
I feel decisively determined.
Peace, love, and simplicity. *heart*
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