So, what's the purpose?

One of my bff's inspired me to keep blogging.  About what?  I don't have a real purpose for people to read my ranting and quirky thoughts. Maybe for entertainment.  Then, she said I write about shit that people can relate to.  Hmm..

While on the topic of purpose... the purpose of my blog was questioned and it hit me that it's not only about "here's how I'm learning how to live on my own at 30".  I also want to somehow show other women that you don't have to be afraid to be on your own if that's the situation you find yourself in or want to be in. Hey, don't get me wrong, this "I'm an independent woman, hear me roar" phase isn't going to last for me, nor should it. I'm simply saying that a woman should be able to live on her own and take care of herself (this is what I'm going through). More importantly, have the peace of mind to do it. I don't want to be alone for a long time. I want to start thinking about buying a home and having the option of raising a family one day. Not because it's the norm or it's "that time", but because I'm realizing what I want, what I don't want, and what I am still not sure about.

So, what are the things I go through that some people can relate to?
Well, things have changed if you've been following me since the 2004 inception of my blog.

• School. I'm sure I'll bitch about how I never have enough time and my life feels like one big RUSH between a full-time career and part time business school. Funny thing is that my time isn't competing with raising a family. I may not be responsible for a small human being's life and development, but damn, business school sure does come to a close second when you've been out of school for almost 8 years before jumping back in.
• Working out. It's changed me a little and a lot. If you take out school from the equation, I'd be a gym rat. I'm sure I'll tell you my struggles and share my accomplishments because if it's not on your mind already, it should be - and it's this: You should want to feel healthy - not just for yourself, but also for those you love and for those that you have yet to love. Working out will be the only stress outlet that won't piss you off or talk back. You will struggle. Motivation and good eating habits are not only part of the struggle, but are the main ones to conquer before you get anywhere. You will struggle again. You'll fall off the wagon, but most importantly, you and only you will haul yourself back on. In the end, you'll feel amazing, full of energy, and so so good about yourself. That's an actual promise.
• Relationships.  Hmm... touchy, touchy.  How much do I want to share?  It's like the saying 'How many licks does it take to get to the center of a a tootsie roll tootsie pop'.... the world may never know. I guess you have to make frequent visits and find out.

And I have to stop typing. As always, there's something else in need of my time. Tonight is school work.