Pretty Woman!

Last night I geared up for my first run of the week, Couch to 5k, Week 4 day 1.  I really didn't want to go but I knew I NEEDED to.  I've been eating terribly and I feel horrible.  I've gained weight SINCE I gave birth and my eyes see "horrible" when I look in the mirror sometimes.  Since the Princess was born, a couple of people have commented, "You look good!"  In my mind, I wonder, "Why do people lie? And right to my face!"  Then, I remind myself that when I look at others and pay a compliment, I genuinely mean it.  I have to tell myself that others don't look at me and scrutinize every flaw they see.  The mind can be a powerful thing can't it?!

Nonetheless, I took off running last night in the dark and as I did, the music began playing from my playlist.  The first words I heard were:

"Pretty woman, walking down the street
Pretty woman, the kind I like to meet
Pretty woman, I don't believe you
You're not the truth, no one could look as good as you!"

MAN! Talk about a spirit boost! For a moment, I just knew ol' Al Green was talking directly to me!  I may be "Fluffilicious" right now and "Big Momma" may be holding "Foxy Brown" captive, but by golly I AM STILL A PRETTY WOMAN! I am just striving to be a healthier me!

Signed,

Pretty Woman