be happy.

 I'm really excited to share my newest life venture. I'm just started my journey as an online health and fitness coach. Sounds kind of weird but it's really exciting and fun!

Let me backtrack a bit so you know the full story. I, like most other people, have reached a frustrating point in my life where no matter what I do... I seem to keep gaining weight. I find it incredibly difficult to find the motivation to work out and even tried a gym membership (thinking that a paid incentive would get me going) but all I was doing was throwing away $40/month and making excuses why it was too hard.

And then a friend of mine from high school starting posting pictures on Facebook of her personal journey to being healthier. She was working out, eating healthy and seeming so so happy. I was incredibly jealous of her motivation to better herself and the amazing results she was seeing.

Then she posted this:

It basically stated that she wanted someone to join that wanted to create their dream job. And in that process you would be bettering yourself the lives of those around you.
I was skeptical but certainly wanted to hear more and couldn't pass up whatever it would be to live like my friend and experience her happiness.

Now fast forward a few weeks. I'm officially a coach like her. I'm on her team and she helps me (along with all the other people in the team) stay on track and achieve my health and wellness goals. It's all about working together to have a stronger life.

It's definitely taken me out of my comfort zone but in a very good way that's helped me build confidence and a drive to finally lose weight, be stronger and work toward a life and career that brings me happiness.

I invite you to check out my new Facebook page. Give it a quick "LIKE" so that you can just see what my journey is and help motivate me to stay on track. Also what you'll find are great recipes, simple workouts and someone who's there to answer any questions you have anytime you need a friend.

Here's a start:
•1 cup of milk (I'm lactose intolerant so I use almond or dairy-free) •1/2 cup of frozen mango •1 banana •1 packet of plain oatmeal •1 scoop vanilla shakeology 

So so yummy and filling that I could hardly finish!

Won't you join me on changing your life? Check out more HERE.  
Or email me at: tarafulpsfitness@gmail.com

Linking up with Blair's Life Lately linkup! 

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warby parker.

warby parker. 


I had no idea what those words meant a few days ago.
Now I cannot wait to tell you all about them.

Let me start by saying this is not a sponsored post.
I just think you need to know how amazing this company is.

warby parker is "eyewear with a purpose". 
They not only drop the price to allow affordable fashionable eyewear for all but they make sure that for every pair sold; a pair is given to someone in need.

Just like the TOMS idea, this company is committed to helping those unable to afford what they need. "We believe that everyone has the right to see"---Warby website. 

Not only is this a great cause to support (and affordable) but another cool feature is that you can pick five frames on their site, load them into your cart and they'll ship them to you for FREE to try on and test! No shipping, no fees, no kidding!

I was so thrilled I jumped right online and picked my frames. Now I need your help! I have five days before I have to send them back (for free) and I need to pick the pair I want to buy.

Comment and let me know your fav. Oh, and shop warby.
Or tell your friends. They do sunnies too.

WINSTON LUNAR FADE

LINWOOD VIOLET MAGNOLIA 

 

LANGSTON WHISKEY TORTOISE MATTE

ZAGG REVOLVER BLACK MATTE

REECE SANDALWOOD MATTE

i love you warby parker.

Inspiration

Started thinking about my next tattoo today.

If you don't know me well, 

know that I very much love tattoos.

I have 3 so far. 

I will share pictures later.

But for a long time I have wanted.....

a half sleeve. 

Of what?

Well glad you asked.

Of an art nouveau, 

naked lady.

Or semi-naked. 

Here's what I mean, 

in case you are unfamiliar with the style.

I love this one because the lady has long brown hair.

I want my lady to be brunette, 

Like yours truly. 

In this one I really like the flow and pose. 

But it definitely lacks something....

COLOR!!!

Everything about this one is AMAZING! 

I love the theme, 

the color scheme, 

and the hot lady. 

{tee-hee}

By the way, 

I am totally serious about all this.

Just need to save my monies, 

(in the big water jug I have)

And find an amazing artist. 

And then get brave!

Don't worry, 

I always get tattoos in the most PAINFUL of places.

So I am fully ready for it.

But still....

Ok, here's a picture of the most recent one I got.

(March 2009)

Because I always need a reminder to "Let Go" of the little stressful stuff.

The small challenges don't matter and shouldn't stress us!

Have you heard this? 

(sidenote: I LOVE Imogen Heap! She is incredible and I've seen her perform live twice and if you get the chance to see her GO! And love her music with me!)

But back to the tat story:

I got that in March of 2009 for my 23rd birthday.

From boyfriend.

Because I also had convinced him to get his very first tattoo.

For his 28th birthday.

So we got tattoos together.

For our birthdays.

Since they are 3 days apart.

(isn't it the most fun growing-old-together thing about us? I can't wait to see how many other birthday special memories we make over the years!)

Here is a glimpse at his ink:

It's an old symbol for fermenation.

And it suits him just amazing.

Since he majored in fermentation science and all.

And he's a brewer. 

Also, he wants more tattoos as well.

So we are committed this year.

Get something new.

It's an investment I just love to make.

Because it's timeless art. 

What do you think?

Do you have ink to share? 

email me pictures of what you've got!

March Giveaway, Can you say TOMS? [closed]

Here it is.

The first day of March!

(and birthday month!)

And as promised....

Another giveaway!

This month's giveaway is something very special.

Something that I would love to have myself.

But since it is my favorite month, 

I decided it was best to give this to you.

My awesome readers.

So spread the word.

Cause this month's giveaway....

is called...

TOMS. 

If you know nothing about TOMS, 

it's time you get better acquainted.

Not only are they adorable,

and come in so many comfy styles,

(including bridal)

for women and men,
They are amazing for a bigger reason. 

Cause when you buy them...

this happens....

 

And I think that's pretty great. 

You get awesome shoes.

And a child without shoes,

gets their first pair.

Watch more here.

So how 'bout it?

Let's do some good for birthday month.

And giveaway some TOMS.

 

Here's what you do:

1. Follow my blog (click the link to the left)

2. Leave me a comment (on this post or it won't count!)

3. Share this giveaway and tell me how you shared it

The giveway goes till the very last day of March (the 31st).

And you can enter as many times as you like.

The lucky winner will be announced April 1st.

And will have up to $50 to spend on their own pair of TOMS.

So get going! 

Also, the winner from February is.........

 Michelle

*Send me an email with your details (address) so I can send you your prize! 

 

Something Incredible

I have to say friends, blogging really has opened my eyes to a lot of what's going on in the world.

And what's going on is good stuff. 

So many people have blogs that are devoted to the good.

To encouraging others to do that which is good.

And I like it.

Too often we get lost in our world  and ourselves.

 It is important to take time for ourselves. 

And to do more for all. 

Then we both win. 

Win life.

Here is what I would like to share with you today.

Read this.

Choose one story, or all.

I read the most recent "Freezing in Portland" today on my Blackberry at lunch.

I was literally sitting alone in the middle of a restaurant.

When I started to cry. 

I think it's because I imagined what it would feel like to be this generous.

Or to have someone BE that generous to me. 

It makes me wish I were a better person. 

Or that I could do better things with my life.

And for now, the best I can to is to pay it forward.

I can share the story. 

I can promise to do the same for someone when I have the means.

I can smile.

And hug.

And encourage you to pass it along as well.

Send someone this post. 

Let them also be inspired.

Or just awed. 

It's the good stuff.