Easy Road vs Hard Road

Why does everything seem so difficult?

A statement I have heard and used many times myself. If you are like me, there are roadblocks to everything in life and as the saying goes if it is to easy it isn't worth having. Struggles build character and also determination but when faced with a challenge that isn't something you want to hear.

Why can't it be a possibility to enjoy just a short period of good. It would make it easier to enjoy the challenges. How much strife is one person expected to shoulder? Some people experience  nothing but hard times.

So in the end keep looking for life's bright spots and never give up finding them because they can be found. Once the dust settles there will be a diamond in the ruff

The Y!

I made it back for a second post. The purpose of this blog is to write about positive things  and things that may help people. Like sharing information on topics, telling a story or just sharing ideals.

Today was all about the YMCA. What a fantastic organization!  First thing this morning I heard the news story about YMCA possibly changing the abbreviation to just The Y to most likely try and change the brand and generate more knowledge among communities. People have for a long time referred to it as "theY" and now the organization will and try to capitalize on it. I was looking for a way to put more activity in my life to increase my flexibility and strength. Growing up I took physical therapy (PT) 3 times a week while in school but as an adult I had to have a prescription. Insurance only covers PT on a rehab basis and not ongoing (which is wrong but that's a another blog post). Knowing that a gym membership would be costly because I would need a personal trainer due to not being able to use the machines, I started searching for something that would help me accomplish my goals. I was frustrated at first because there are not a lot of programs out there for the physically challenged but then I found the Y!

The Y is just like a gym but it offers more services for a much lower cost. The hours are great! They have a pool, basketball court and tennis court. They offer all kinds of classes for all fitness levels. Even one for the physically challenged called Silver Sneakers. I am trying it soon.

The trainer showed me many things I could do to strengthen my core and lower back muscles. No special equipment needed which is good. Will return next Tuesday! Let's get moving!!!

So the story begins.........

Well I can't believe it, I finally decided to start a blog!!! I want this to be a place for my family to visit because I am going to post pictures and stories along with current news and excerpts from my writing pieces. We just came back from a short visit to Kosciusko, Mississippi. I got to see most of my family. I had some great food and laughs and was sorry it went by so quickly. Here  is a picture of my Dad on my Grandpa's 64 Ford Tractor