(That quotation is courtesy of Gretchen Rubin and The Happiness Project–read my review.)
I have the power in me to do anything I want, but I can’t do everything I want.
No matter how hard I try.
There’s just not 36 hours in a day, though sometimes I forget this, and sometimes I forget my natural proclivities. (Like, no matter how hard I try, I’m just not a morning exerciser, most of the time.)
So, it’s okay…
…that sometimes the laundry stays on my chair for a few days before I fold it
…or the dishes, in the sink, before I put them away.
…that sometimes, when I order takeout, I still eat the whole damn thing, even if it’s actually enough to last three meals.
…that I might not make my goal of 2:00 for my half-marathon this weekend.
…that I’m nervous about running half-marathons back to back to back (because, really, that is kind of a lot.)
…that sometimes I feel a little overextended–so long as I recognize this and do something about it.
…that I don’t always cook, just as long as I cook most of the time, or even just more than I used to.
…to have frozen pizza for dinner sometimes (it is “healthy” pizza–Amy’s)
…that on top of…
…trying to be extra awesome at work because my company got sold
…co-chair a committee that does all of the PR and social media for an organization of 3,000 women
…write a blog that I’m really, really proud of
…training for three half-marathons
…trying to have a little fun in this crazy city
…that I am having a hard time making those nutrition classes a priority on top of all that and will likely end up dropping them 
And it’s still okay…
…that I’m still single (although, hey, if you know a nice guy 
)
…that I’m still a little forgetful sometimes
…that I’m still a little disorganized
…that I haven’t blogged my way to a book deal yet.
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That pizza looks so good! I agree with you on the takeout thing. Even if while you get it you think “I’m not going to eat it all”, but then do. It’s okay, I think most of us do that!
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The pizza was really good! Amy’s Pesto Pizza.
It is all VERY okay. You are wonderful and loved just the way you are.
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You are wonderful, too!!!
@mindy: Aw
Can’t wait to finally meet you!
True, you can’t do it all, noone can, don’t worry about all you have to do, do only what you can, set goals you can keep
that is more than enough.
Live your life and be happy, laughter is the best way to
get through your daily chores, and a little pizza and
spagetti can’t hurt either!!!!!
Oh, and yes we are proud of you and love you
Love
Mom
You are amazing! This is another great post!
Jess @ Fit Chick in the City recently posted..7 Things I LOVED about my 1st Physique 57 Class
I love that quote and I need to read that book. I think we should both do a series of posts like this maybe once a month. Just know no one is perfect but you are damn impressive! Xo
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Great post, its always good to be reminded that its OK!
I can relate to this post in many ways! It’s hard to remember that we can’t do it all!
PS – I didn’t know you were IIN as well!?!
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Oops! I meant to say I didn’t know you were in IIN as well?!?
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Yes! You’re doing it, too! We need to chat about this
You forgot to mention that you’re just plain awesome.
As are you! xoxo can’t wait until Fitbloggin’!
Ahhh so true. But better to try and fail then not try at all…and based on the fact that you are balancing (and ROCKING) so many *important* things already, it seems like you are doing pretty damn okay by my standards!
PS lurve your moms comment. she knows whats up!!
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Not gonna lie, my mom is the best commenter ever.
I think you are doing great!
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Reality checks are important Theodora! And you have much to be proud of and have accomplished a lot already even though we’re still so young!
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So have you! I can’t wait to meet you!
You’ve definitely acheived a ton and inspire me everyday! I’m glad to be lucky enough to know you in person. I was single FOREVER! Like most of my post-high school life, so enjoy it now and you’ll find someone great soon.
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Awwww, thanks! You inspire me, too. I want to be fast like you when I grow up.
*achieved ooops!
Love this post and you are awesome. That’s all
GREAT post! This is something that I have just started learning and accepting in myself. My daily to-do lists are always totally unrealistic, and then I beat myself up when I can’t get it all done. I need to stop setting myself up for failure!
You are doing great — a total inspiration! You’re totally going to rock your races
I love this! I posted something similar a few weeks back. Sometimes it’s okay to just let things be how they are! I also love, love, loved that book!
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I know I’m coming to this late, but I really love this post. It resonated with me all week, and I even mentioned it in my own post (at http://newlywedindc.blogspot.com). Thanks for the inspiration!