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I Realized My Entire Life Was Changing

October 15, 2019October 15, 2019 pattysfitnessjourney

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Anxiety

Anxiety didn’t win this week

August 22, 2021 pattysfitnessjourney

I love spending the holidays with my family of 5. It's important to me for many reasons. So I know it took some courage for my son to tell me that he would be missing the holidays at home during his Senior Year of college. (He was a sophomore at the time.) He said he… Continue reading Anxiety didn’t win this week

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About Me, Mental Health

YOU MATTER

August 14, 2021 pattysfitnessjourney

My 19 year old son said something to me last night that when I try to tell someone about it, it brings me to tears. Let me take you back to last night. A friend of mine has a daughter in middle school and on day one of school, this girl is already being bullied.… Continue reading YOU MATTER

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

Hand Update

August 9, 2021 pattysfitnessjourney

My right hand has been a source of concern for a couple of years actually. And with my new Rheumatologist in the picture I am starting to make some headway. To recap: about a year ago this time, I was waiting for my first appointment with the new Rheumatologist and I was screaming in pain… Continue reading Hand Update

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Mental Health, Swimming

Prioritizing Our Mental Health Is an Act of Courage!

July 29, 2021 pattysfitnessjourney

Where do I start? I LOVE the Olympics. I have since I was a little girl. I watched Mark Spitz win 7 Gold Medals in 1972 at the Olympics and set 7 World Records in the process. Friends and family used to ask me if my goal in swimming was the Olympics. It never was.… Continue reading Prioritizing Our Mental Health Is an Act of Courage!

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Hiking

Choose Thankfulness

July 27, 2021 pattysfitnessjourney

This morning I woke up at 4:30 a.m. on my own. The last few days I've been feeling really well. Super rested, energized - but still have a bum hand. BUT I can hike this trail without the use of my hand AND sunrise was 6:09 a.m. Wouldn't that be awesome to see the sunrise?… Continue reading Choose Thankfulness

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Transformation Tuesday: I not only lost physical Transformation Tuesday: I not only lost physical weight. I also lost mental weight! Feels good to be alive right about now! #transformationtuesday, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
If you always focus on the negative you’ll alway If you always focus on the negative you’ll always see the negative. If you focus on the positive you’ll see the positive. Your mental state shapes your reality! #accentuatethepositive, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Today we sang a song at fellowship and all I could Today we sang a song at fellowship and all I could think about was how a certain minister screamed at us once for singing it wrong! (One part of the chorus he swore we had been singing wrong.). Does that ever happen to you? Something so beautiful as a worship song and your mind fights it with an unpleasant memory? I saw this picture on my camera roll and it reminded me to think thoughts that are noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, praiseworthy and true. It might take time but we can build new memories, much more pleasant memories by training our mind to recall the good! This is definitely something I work on every day! Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk. Sweatshirt from @ellyandgrace. #preacherpatty, #sundaysermon, #thinkpleasantthoughts, #retrainourthoughts, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
I like to look for the good in even an uncomfortab I like to look for the good in even an uncomfortable situation. Today I met a doctor (while I was having a colonoscopy - um slightly uncomfortable situation). This doctor believes that absolutely no one should ever die from colon cancer and no one should die from skin cancer. I made sure to tell him that I was very thankful for his optimism about the big C word. My dad’s mom did indeed die from colon cancer at the age of 54. (I was 3). My dad died of cancer at age age of 53. (I was 19.). So you can see why celebrating 60 was such a big deal for me! Today’s test was routine for me because of the above family history. I get final results Nov 1, but it all looked okay. Make sure you get your screenings. They are important. Picture is my dad, his mom and me! #colonoscopy, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Wellness Wednesday- Week 6 of exercises I’m doin Wellness Wednesday- Week 6 of exercises I’m doing for my right hand. These can be found on my highlights in my Instagram page and in my videos on my Facebook page. Stay well! #wellnesswednesday, #handexercises, #wristexercises, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Join me on October 23rd for World Swim Day. You c Join me on October 23rd for World Swim Day. You can sign up at www.worldswimday.org. The @myswimpro app will be free that entire weekend. Check out my story/highlights to learn more! #worldswimday, #myswimpro, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
From any perspective, “compare” leads to despa From any perspective, “compare” leads to despair. What if life was not a competition at all? What if we are all here to learn according to our own rhythm, if we so choose. Remember that we, and no one else, are in charge of our lives. Then, how we react to any given event will influence the outcome. Every day is a new chance. #motivationmonday, #projecthappiness, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Winter, spring, summer, fall He is faithful throug Winter, spring, summer, fall He is faithful through them all Death, life, loss, gain He is faithful through each season! Shirt from @ellyandgrace #nevergiveup, #preacherpatty, #sundaysermon, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime, #ellyandgrace
Today I am 60. There was a time I didn’t think Today I am 60. There was a time I didn’t think I’d make it to 60. For 60, I wrote a little ditty. 60 years have come and gone by so fast Please slow down the days and make them last Remember when your child stared at their shadow in awe? Look at this bug, look at the leaves, look at me Ma! People may try to tell you you’re doing it wrong, Raising kids, living life, even doing your job. I say, trust your gut. And convictions? Stick with them. You know your life and God says you’re a gem! If you find you have years where you lose your flame. Trust that you will find the way to get you back on your game. For a number of years, I was told I was never enough, Try harder and harder (I should have trusted my gut). Anxiety, stress, pressure, and fear That is NOT how to live, my dear! Someone came along and taught me to trust, The process was slow, but the result was a MUST My parents had taught me I was good, heck I was great But years in bad situations, myself I did hate 2 young men came into my life and called me champ Slowly, day by day, step by step, my life I revamped I told my mom I couldn’t believe that 60 I’d be. My 60’s were the best years of my life she told me. I remarried, we traveled, we laughed, and we loved. No worries at all my dear, you’re in for some fun! My message to you all today who are here. Is that life it gets better- enjoy every year! Thank you for your support. It means more than you know. That’s all for now, I’ve got to go! (Celebrate that is!) #thisis60, #grateful, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
I’ve enjoyed my 50s. I learned a lot about lovi I’ve enjoyed my 50s. I learned a lot about loving myself which makes me a better person for me and for all those around me. #facetofacefriday, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
My hand hurt too much to swim for awhile so it’s My hand hurt too much to swim for awhile so it’s great to be back. You see you need your hand to pull on that bathing suit. You need your hand to do turns for breaststroke and butterfly. I need my hand to get me out of the pool afterwards. All that being said, my hand is enough better to SWIM! Gearing up for @worldswimday October 23. Go to @myswimpro to sign up and swim! Happy Thursday! #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Today is @worldcpday. Allow me to introduce you t Today is @worldcpday. Allow me to introduce you to my sister @mary.maggi. Born 3 months early, Mary was born with cerebral palsy. Growing up with 6 sisters, she swam with us, rode bikes with us, went to school with us, got married like some of us, had three children. I’ll never forget the summer Mary spent in leg casts. She never let it get her down. Back in the late 1970s, my dad taught her how to advocate for herself after she wasn’t hired for a job because of her CP. She won the case and then turned down the job. I just love that. Mary, you have most definitely made your mark! #MillionsOfReasons, #WorldCerebralPalsyDay, #bekind, #youmatter, #cerebralpalsyawareness
Week 5 of RA Hand Exercises. This one is simply c Week 5 of RA Hand Exercises. This one is simply called finger spreading. • Begin sitting upright in a chair with your hand resting flat on a table • Spread your fingers as far as is comfortable, then bring them back together and repeat. • Make sure to keep your fingers on the table during the exercise. #wellnesswednesday, #rheumatoidhandexercises, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
A paragraph or two about our firstborn! Happy 27. A paragraph or two about our firstborn! Happy 27. You will see that it is no surprise that come May, she will have a doctorate in Engineering Education. At 5 she was 3 days shy of being allowed to start K, so I bought a K book and taught her at home. I guess I was an early homeschool mom. In 1 and 2, she’d make math worksheets for her friends and gave them out at recess. In 4, after moving to a new city, her teacher encouraged her to write a book (which we and the school still have.). In 5, her teacher used the Internet to get math worksheets for her as she was way beyond 5th grade math. And it goes on. 2020 changed how education looks, going from classroom to online and now a hybrid of both. We are not sure where 2022 will take her, but wherever it is she’ll excel at it. If you are so inclined, feel free to wish her a happy birthday. She sometimes helps me with this page for which I am very thankful. Happy Birthday Jessica! #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime, #birthdaywishes
Face to face Friday fun. Always remember, “mayb Face to face Friday fun. Always remember, “maybe you were made for a moment like this.” #nevergiveup, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Slow and steady wins the game. Do you see any pro Slow and steady wins the game. Do you see any progress? I do! Hallelujah! #wellnesswednesday, #handexercises, #handtherapy, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior🦋, #youmatter, #nevergiveup, #reclaimingpatty, #reclaimingmylife, #hashimotoswarrior
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoic Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice! Brings me back to a Family camp in 1976 where we sang this song in rounds. What I love about wearing @ellyandgrace clothing is if I can for a minute take your mind off the affairs of the world and bring your mind to the Scripture or a song, that blesses my soul. It’s a great shirt to wear hiking, or why waiting in a line because of the message on the front and the back. This shirt came with my monthly “Grace Club” subscription and I love it. It fits great, it’s super comfortable, and it’s got a great message to help me be the light and spread the light. Thanks again @ellyandgrace! #preacherpatty, #sundaysermon, #reclaimingpatty, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Even when it doesn’t feel like you are making pr Even when it doesn’t feel like you are making progress, you are. Pictures are a good indication of this. If we are talking weight loss, measurements, how you feel, how your clothes fit are great indicators as well. I take pictures to remember how the hand therapist wraps my hand so I can do it myself. When I put the pictures side by side, I was pleasantly surprised at the progress. I still have a ways to go, but this is encouraging! Have a great weekend you all! #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Tremendous results on my cleanse/reset! 21 days i Tremendous results on my cleanse/reset! 21 days is Sunday. I had blood work and my ESR went from 22 (in June) to 3 (in September.). My CRP went from 3.7 to 3.4. (Below 3 is normal). So the reset has definitely helped reduce my inflammation. I’m going to reverse out of it slowly to keep feeling great! I’ve lost weight too but I was doing this for health not for weight loss. #feelinggood, #beachbodyreset, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #rheumatoidarthritisawarness, #rheumatoidarthritisdiet, #hashimotoswarrior, #ellyandgrace, #onedayatatime, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #somegoodnews
RA hand Exercise #4. This is an isometric strengt RA hand Exercise #4. This is an isometric strengthening exercise. The best way for me to do this is with my hand resting on the table. (Not standing up for the camera—lol). These hand exercises can be found in my highlights. To health! #rheumatoidarthritishandexercises, #rheumatoidarthritishelp, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #onedayatatime, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #mentalhealthchampion, #youmatter, #nevergiveup
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Transformation Tuesday: I not only lost physical weight. I also lost mental weight! Feels good to be alive right about now!
If you always focus on the negative you’ll always see the negative. If you focus on the positive you’ll see the positive. Your mental state shapes your reality! #accentuatethepositive, #reclaimingmylife, #gettinghealthy, #motivation, #progressnotperfection, #healthylifestyle, #health #wlstories, #nsv, #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior, #hashimotoswarrior, #reclaimingpatty, #slowandsteadywinstherace, #youmatter, #kindness, #pattysfreshperspective, #samehere, #onedayatatime
Today we sang a song at fellowship and all I could think about was how a certain minister screamed at us once for singing it wrong! (One part of the chorus he swore we had been singing wrong.). Does that ever happen to you?
I like to look for the good in even an uncomfortable situation. Today I met a doctor (while I was having a colonoscopy - um slightly uncomfortable situation). This doctor believes that absolutely no one should ever die from colon cancer and no one should die from skin cancer.
Wellness Wednesday- Week 6 of exercises I’m doing for my right hand. These can be found on my highlights in my Instagram page and in my videos on my Facebook page. Stay well!
Join me on October 23rd for World Swim Day. You can sign up at www.worldswimday.org. The @myswimpro app will be free that entire weekend. Check out my story/highlights to learn more!

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