Day 1/Mile 1 Down...Only 364 to Go

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Day 1/Mile 1 Down...Only 364 to Go

Day 1/Mile 1 down...only 364 to go!OK.  So, just about everybody makes a New Year's resolution or two (the most popular of which is to lose weight).  However, by the end of January, those resolutions tend to go by the wayside.  That's why I'm calling this a "lifestyle change/habit" instead of a "resolution".  Like a good Cinnabon, I want it to stick!

Luckily, my friend Carra Riley created an event on Facebook called 365 Miles in 365 Days.  Everyone is welcome.  In fact, the bigger the group, the more people to support you in your efforts.  We're ALL cheerleaders here.  However, you'll need to be invited.  It's easy to be invited...just ask.  Friend me on Facebook and let me know you're interested.

Chinese philosopher Lao-tzu said that the journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step.  Day 1/Mile 1 down...only 364 to go for me (by the way, that says 1.230 miles in the photo, not 1230 miles...I ain't THAT good!).  Your journey can begin the first day you join (whether that be January 1st, January 2nd, February 10th or beyond.  I don't yet know what the end will be exactly, but I do know that these shoes are gonna get one heck of a workout.  Healthy New Year, everyone.

Heather Chavez, Real Estate Virtual Assistant - Second Self Virtual Assistance: When There Isn't Enough of You to Go Around!

Comments (15)

Tim Lorenz
TIM LORENZ - Elite Home Sales Team - Mission Viejo, CA
949 874-2247

I have taken the first step and it feels good to get started toward the prize.

Jan 01, 2014 01:44 AM
Bruce Walter
Keller Williams Realty Lafayette/West Lafayette, Indiana - West Lafayette, IN

Heather, thanks for letting us know about this.  How does one get invited if they are not on FB?  Congratulations on one day under your belt!  Do we get a gift card to Cinnabon if our request is accepted???

Jan 01, 2014 01:45 AM
Bill Reddington
Re/max By The Sea - Destin, FL
Destin Florida Real Estate

Happy New Year to you. The best of 2014 is coming your way. May you be successful in all your endeavors. I will be walking my first mile in about 20 minutes. Here we go

Jan 01, 2014 02:41 AM
Fred Carver Real Estate Consulant
Retired BC Realtor - Victoria, BC
Accredited Real Estate Consultant

Hi Heather...Now that we've taken down our outside Christmas Lights and Washed our Little SOUL(KIA)...I Blogging, and Posting in the Rain then going out with friends for a nice dinner.

My Goal is to continue to be found online by blogging here regularly about Victoria Real Estate and the Neighborhoods I work in Selling Real Estate.

Happy New Year

 

Jan 01, 2014 05:46 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

what a great idea - I love to walk in the evening with my daughter- the only problem being that she will be going back to Boston soon! I guess I just have to make myself care enough to keep walking! I like the Facebook idea- thanks for sharing. 

Jan 01, 2014 08:20 PM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

Yay, Tim.  Keep it up.  I have to hold myself accountable to someone in order to stay focused.  It's just too easy to go back to sleep. 

Jan 02, 2014 01:42 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

First of all, Bruce. No Cinnabon or gift card to Cinnabon or recipe to Cinnabon. What you get is a slimmer waistline and a healthier you. THAT has to be your reward. As for Facebook...it's time to hop aboard the social media marketing train and join. It's really simple to do and can be an excellent way to build up/keep in touch with your client base. If you need help, email me and I'll get you in touch with my boss at Second Self.

Jan 02, 2014 01:45 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

Cool beans, Bill. If you would like to join our group on Facebook, send me a friend request at https://www.facebook.com/realestatevirtualassistants and I'll send you an invite. It makes it a little easier to stay motivated when you have your own personal group of cheerleaders behind you.

Jan 02, 2014 01:47 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

I saw ya walkin' yesterday, Fred. Thanks for joining us. Look forward to more posts from you!

Jan 02, 2014 01:48 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

You should come join us, Lisa. You get cheered on to "humble brag" about your accomplishments. One step at a time. I work two jobs, take care of a house, dog, husband and kid and I find that I just have to make time to take care of me. Nighttime and early mornings were always my favorite to take a walk around the block.

Jan 02, 2014 01:50 AM
Carra Riley & Declan Kenyon
Brokers Guild Cherry Creek Ltd - Westminster, CO
Helping people Transition at all ages!

Heather  you are a ROCK STAR!  Such a great post and so delighted to be able to share this journey with you and your excitment.. how fun to re-share your post and get more friends on track... you are just too cool!    (ps... I really like cinnabuns) 

Jan 02, 2014 05:18 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

I'm so grateful that you and John put this idea together, Carra. I am the sort of person that needs to be accountable to someone in order to follow through on exercise. My bed's siren song calls me back every time. However, I need to get to my training for my Grand Canyon hike in November. This will definitely keep me on track. And, it's fun to be a cheerleader for so many others.

Jan 02, 2014 05:35 AM
Carra Riley & Declan Kenyon
Brokers Guild Cherry Creek Ltd - Westminster, CO
Helping people Transition at all ages!

Heather ~  So excited for you.. are you hiking down in the Grand Canyon or around the edge?  If you do are doing the perimeter the good news is.. they have bus picks ups all around.. just an fyi...  :)  Just sharing your post now!  Thanks for jumping in with both feet! 

Jan 02, 2014 05:51 AM
Heather Chavez
Second Self Virtual Assistance - Caldwell, ID
Real Estate Virtual, Assistant (928) 692-3235

Actually, my dad and I are going to hike down 1 day and back up the next (camping overnight). I'm not so much worried about the "down" part as I am the "going back up the next day" part. Yikes! Lots of training in store. That's why your invitation came at such a fortunate time for me. Thanks again!

Jan 02, 2014 06:15 AM
Carra Riley & Declan Kenyon
Brokers Guild Cherry Creek Ltd - Westminster, CO
Helping people Transition at all ages!

That is going to be a great goal.. so excited for you!  Has your dad done it before?  how many miles is it?  Are you camping?  

Jan 02, 2014 06:59 AM