Focus and Poise

My mantra for the day: When I think of the words focus and poise, I think of Audrey Hepburn. 

In most of her photographs, Audrey’s look is the same – mouth closed, Bambi-eyes wide open and gazing down the lens. 

It’s curious and fascinating. This is how she chose to present herself – an iconic look, yes, but Audrey is a firmly closed book. Unwelcoming, almost. Allowing us no further than to look at her, revealing nothing of her emotions, of her state of mind. Yet even as photography changed, Audrey’ expression did not. Her face, her gaze, curiously timeless in a world of great change.

Last Monday, I stumbled upon a book called Tone It Up 28 Days to Fit, Fierce and Fabulous by Katrina Scott and Karena Dawn. I was curious because I see them trending on social media a lot. So, I bought it! What is there to lose?

I started the next day and before you know it, I am hooked. Since Tuesday, I totally changed my workout regimen and eating habits. I am currently documenting my progress with pictures and hashtags on Instagram. The morning workout they called "Booty Call" was also a hashtag. This morning, I got a call from my oldest daughter who is turning 26 this month (Happy Birthday AJ <3!!!). Apparently, all my kids saw my posts on Instagram and they were petrified that "Mom" is doing "Booty Call" at 5 AM. Ha!

Oh well, sorry not sorry? I never knew that it would create such a big commotion. Live and learn. Right?

So, today, for my #fitfiercefab challenge, I set an hourly timer on my cell to remind me to sit straight, be fabulous and fierce like Audrey. Every hour, I told myself this: “YOU are terrific. Now sit up tall and show it??” What an amazing concept!

I know, it's not for everybody. But for some reason, I can relate to this book. In a world of noises saying "look at me", I just need something I can hold, touch and read everyday without using any type of device. Call me old fashioned but this book is making me happy and that's all there is to it!

Thanks for reading this :)