I Like Myself

Today I was chatting with my boss. I mentioned "Hiking Man" as I was trying to tell her that I am feeling pretty good today. Somehow she started on how I would notice how good I would feel about myself if I started taking care of my physical self...meaning hair, dry hands, a pair of "cute" glasses.

Here is the thing. I already do feel good about myself. Sure I have my days here and there like anyone. But for the most part I like being me. I am in good shape. My hair is a little long but if I actually do it it looks pretty nice. Sure it could use a trim but hardly urgent. Not sure what is wrong with my glasses. My hands? Sure they are very dry and need some help but the dry skin is not who I am.

Who am I? I am a cool person! I am a good friend and I have good friends. I am a mom and I think I am a good mom. I am athletic. I like to help people. I am a great employee who works hard. I care about others. I will go out of my way for you. I have great cats. I love to write. I love to run and hike and bike and be outside. I enjoy spending time in the garden. I love house projects. I never give up. I will not be kept down. If I set my mind to something I will do it. I am unique. I try to see the good in people. I am open minded and flexible. I am trying to learn Spanish. I am independent and I am tough.

This is who I am. When I think of me, that is me. My outward appearance is fine. But it is all of these other aspects of me that make me interesting. After this talk with my supervisor, I looked in the mirror. I think I am kind of cute anyway. Definitely not horrible looking. My clothes say I am more interested in comfort than appearance. And that is true. My hair says I am more concerned with sleep or getting my kids ready than in worrying about a hairstyle. That is true too.

I like myself. I look good both inside and outside.

I am proud to be me.