Author: Movin' it with Michelle

My name is Michelle and I am a retired Air Force Master Sergeant. I have found a passion for running, cooking, writing, photography and all things that move my love for life! I've ran 3 full marathons, with a PR of 4:25, and 17 half marathons with a PR of 2:00:11 (yup-missed sub 2 by 11 seconds, lol). Thanks for joining me on my journey!
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Welcome!!!

Movin' it with Michelle

Welcome to all of the new followers!! I am so happy to have you join us on this adventure we call life. I started this page (can you believe) 10 years ago as I transitioned from 20 years of active duty in the military, to civilian life. As a form of therapy, I started long distance running, cooking and writing. All of that resulted in this page, as I found such joy in touching other’s lives. As with all of us that age, my days of long-distance running have slowed down, and I do a lot more walking than running, but that’s ok because I am still Movin’. I still love to write, and cook, and love sending out positive vibes.

I’d love to hear about you and your journey!!

Again, my heartfelt welcome!!! ❤

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Time to relax

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I rarely take time for myself, but have been better about it lately. My right hip and lower back have been bothering me so I’ve been taking Epsom salt baths once or twice a week. My husband got me some bath bombs for Christmas so I added one to the bath. Fun that my toes match the water lol. Not sure why this made me giggle but just had to share lol.

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Christmas and life lessons

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If I’ve learned anything in the last year or 10 or 40+ years, life is short.

Friendships may not last a lifetime. Health fades. Jobs sure can suck sometimes, but are necessary. Military life is hard. You move. You adjust. You move again. Making new friends as you get older is hard.

But at the end of the day you embrace what brings you joy. Family. Sunshine. Lifelong relationships. Belly laughs. Memories. Good food. Spending too much money on something you know will make someone smile. Heartfelt gestures. Hugs. Random acts of kindness. Inclusion. Smiles.

Wear the dress. Eat the food. Call someone you love. Laugh every day.

Life is short. Embrace it.

Merry Christmas to you all.