Well the next thing involves our dog Coco. I’ve been talking about it since we got her and we finally did it. We introduced her to the ocean and I went swimming with her. The hardest part of this exercise was finding a dog friendly beach where we currently are. Most of the beaches are… Continue reading #5 – 50 things for 50 years
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#4 – 50 things for 50 years
I’m trying my best to make my 50 things something I’ve not experienced before. So when the opportunity presented itself to attend the Mutlticultural Festival in Canberra I jumped at the chance. I’m not a fan of big crowds so it was definitely a step outside my comfort zone. We had a fantastic time. I… Continue reading #4 – 50 things for 50 years
Overcoming the effects weight has on your self image.
I have been extremely open that this year I am on a weight loss/health journey. It’s most likely going to be one of the hardest things I’ve done. You see I’ve lost weight before, but it’s always found its way back to me and bought extra. It’s been a lifelong battle and one I am… Continue reading Overcoming the effects weight has on your self image.
In search of a good campsite!
Now that we have upgraded the caravan and the tow vehicle, we are spending a bit of time trying to locate good campsites in our area. We are planning a two-week adventure in March so are looking for campsites that help us test things in the van and iron out any issues before we head… Continue reading In search of a good campsite!
Nervous Breakdown Survivor
It’s sensitive topic and one I don’t share often but it’s been on my mind a little recently. 2018 was a year that tested me as a person and brought me to the absolute depths of despair. Something happened in this year that shook all the faith I had in who I thought I was… Continue reading Nervous Breakdown Survivor
Anxiety – Returning to the Office
It’s been one of those weeks where life has just got in the way. Do you ever find yourself one week down the track and unsure how you got there? Goal Four on The Year of Rachel was to blog more but I have been struggling the last couple of weeks to find my voice. … Continue reading Anxiety – Returning to the Office
#3 – 50 things for 50 years
It’s taken a little bit of planning and has been delayed a couple of times but #3 is finally complete. The third item on my 50 things for 50 years is our forever caravan and the vehicle to tow it. We will need it to tick off a few more items on my list that… Continue reading #3 – 50 things for 50 years
Weight Loss Update
Weight loss is hard. Sometimes it’s downright frustrating and soul destroying. Today is a good day though. I weighed myself for the first time in a couple of weeks. Happy to report I have had a loss. All up since my Extender eat belt prompts change post I have lost 6kgs. I’m happy with that. … Continue reading Weight Loss Update
Many lives in one
Do you ever look at photos or memorabilia and think gee wizz I’ve had several lives already? They say the average adult will change their career a few times in their life. What about life direction. I’ve been doing a bit of reflecting and I can definitely see several different Rachel’s. There Rachel as a… Continue reading Many lives in one
2023 – The Year of Rachel
Well today is the 4th day of the new year. I have stayed away from New Years Resolutions. They have never really motivated me in the past and have always felt like empty promises to myself. There’s always the yearly lose weight resolution that is difficult to achieve when your body is always fighting against… Continue reading 2023 – The Year of Rachel
Rachel's Midlife Reset 