The slippers

by ~jenniferlynn on January 18, 2013

in Me

As a health or fitness blogger, we willingly sign up for sharing our lives. Rather it strictly be discussing our diet or exercise, sometimes we let other personal aspects in, such as where we live, our family, our significant others, sometimes your kids. Even if you choose not to share such details, it is almost impossible to not share things that go on in your personal life, as it can directly affect your relationship with health and fitness as well. These external factors going on in the outside world can also directly affect your blogging, even if you aren’t comfortable sharing those things with the entire blogosphere. These outside factors make us who were are and can inspire, encourage, or even adversely affect how or what we write.

There has been something going on this past week with me and I feel it has affected my blogging, so I wanted to get it out, yet not too sure how much I wanted to share..

Imagine you have a favorite pair of slippers. You have had these slippers for about ten years, but have had other pairs of slippers in the meantime that came and went. You just really started wearing these favorite slippers three years ago, on and off, with the past year being even more attached to them. And even though they aren’t a perfect fit, anytime you put them on, you instantly feel all warm and cozy. It’s a comfort thing.

Despite being all warm and fuzzy on the inside, they have started to tear, and get some holes in them. There is also the constant annoyance of the tag that keeps chafing you signalling that maybe it is time to get a new pair. But you don’t want to throw them away. You ignore the imperfections and just use a band-aid to cover up the problems.

You love these slippers and even though they are no longer perfect for you, there is sentimental value and you cannot stand the thought of throwing them away, and being without them. But then there comes a day when you have to let go.. and learn to move on with your life without those slippers.. and hopefully one day a new pair of slippers will come along that were just as cozy and warm and special as the last pair..

So here I sit.. barefoot..

 

Jacki
Twitter: JackiRHayes
January 18, 2013 at 12:41 pm

Sending you a hug!
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~jenniferlynn January 18, 2013 at 12:43 pm

Thanks, Jacki.. Ugh. I need it! 🙂

masters2marathons
Twitter: mast2mar
January 18, 2013 at 1:18 pm

If you need to confide in a blend slipper, you know I’m here for you 🙂 HUGS! Make sure to let Ripley give you lots of dog kisses and snuggle sessions!
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Tammy January 18, 2013 at 2:13 pm

I’m sorry. FYI – it doesn’t really matter how it affects your blogging. Do not give that a second thought. Real life is more important than cyber-life.

Alex @ Alex Tries it Out
Twitter: alex_j_meyer
January 18, 2013 at 3:05 pm

Hugs! Hang in there, sister … you’ll get some better slippers soon!

Let me know if I can do anything!
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Renee January 18, 2013 at 4:32 pm

Awwww I have items like this in my life! My husband threw away one pair of sweatpants I loved. They were think and cozy yet full of worn holes and a bright green color. I was heartbroken I still think about them time to time.

~jenniferlynn January 18, 2013 at 4:57 pm

Aww.. Renee.. I wasn’t talking about slippers.. 😉 hehe.

mary
Twitter: inmyheadspace
January 18, 2013 at 4:33 pm

Hugs Jen – I am sure you’ll find another well fitted slippers… Or, switch to socks :0)

Tasha @ Healthy Diva January 18, 2013 at 9:24 pm

Sorry- I hope that everything is okay. Definitely keeping you in my thoughts.
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~jenniferlynn January 18, 2013 at 11:27 pm

Thank you, Tasha. As a quote I love, “everything will be okay in the end. And if it’s not okay, it’s not the end. ”
I’m coping… 🙂

Joi @ Rx Fitness Lady
Twitter: N_Joi_Life
January 19, 2013 at 10:30 am

Hi Jenn! A new LUXURY pair of slippers awaits you, the kind like at the 5 star hotels, that make you feel good all the time, they don’t have holes, and aggravating tags, they solely exist to make your stay with them completely comfy & happy. There IS plenty of time still to go shopping for them;)
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~jenniferlynn January 19, 2013 at 10:59 am

Joi- that was the sweetest comment!!! Thank you for making me smile this morning 🙂

RunFastMama
Twitter: runfastmama
January 19, 2013 at 6:42 pm

Thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way!
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claire chapman hay January 19, 2013 at 10:05 pm

So when I first read this I was like “Geeze Jennifer get some real problems! Gah!” But now I get it. Sorry, I’m a little slow sometimes. Anyway, I’m sure it’s not a coincidence that your journey to making yourself healthy and a priority in your own life has led you to this point, and you should be proud of yourself for making the tough decision, even though it might be painful. You are awesome and I’m sure that there are much greater things ahead for you! Just keep moving along one day at a time!
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Bethany Lee
Twitter: bethanyjolee
January 21, 2013 at 1:55 pm

Jen, I struggled with what to write you but in the end, all you need to know is that we (I) am/are here and we love you. Take a break from blogging and go shopping for some new slippers! Try on a bunch of pairs! 😉
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Maureen January 23, 2013 at 11:46 pm

Sending you lots of hugs! Take time to focus on real life right now, not blogging life. Sometimes we all need a break!

Dawn
Twitter: Inkdgirl55
January 25, 2013 at 10:04 pm

Oh girl… I’m here for ya.. Anytime

Gina @ Noshing on Asphalt January 28, 2013 at 11:33 pm

Love you, Jen!! It’s tough making decisions sometimes but trust in yourself. I’m always here if you need to chat/vent.
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fabulousinfayetteville
Twitter: fantabulouslisa
February 11, 2013 at 5:52 pm

Being barefoot is a great way to sort out what your future holds 🙂
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