Jul 2010

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Life in the Fast Lane

by Lia Halsall

It’s been quite a while since I last updated my blog so I thought I’d better make an effort before anymore time passed. Like the title says, I’ve been living life in the fast lane lately. What with, getting ready to move my career and home to an interstate location. Then there’s hubby’s trip overseas, I guess you could say it’s been kind of crazy around here. Kind of expected really, isn’t it.

It’s less than a week now until I drive out of here and embark on the next chapter of my life. I’m feeling an array of emotions, some good, some not so good. So I’m just taking things one day at a time for now and doing the best I can on any given day. I’ll actually be glad to put as much distance between me and this state as I possibly can. Don’t get me wrong, I’m extremely grateful that work was able to post me here on not one, but two compassionate postings. But unfortunately both experiences don’t bring pleasant memories for me, especially now that I’ve lost both my parents. Everything in life happens for a reason and although I still don’t understand why, I accept that that’s how it had to be for me. Maybe one day it’ll become apparent, maybe not. That’s life in a nutshell I guess and I no longer dwell on this point.

It’s all still very surreal actually. It was only this morning hubby and I were talking about it in the kitchen. It’s real, we know it’s real but it doesn’t feel real yet. Does that make sense? Then four days after we arrive in location I’ll be driving him to the airport and saying my goodbye’s until he returns at the end of the year. He doesn’t even get to see inside or move into his new home until he gets back. Not a bad deal as far as he is concerned, cheeky bugger.

The next couple of weeks I’m going to be in transit travelling and settling which also means I’m going to be online and offline quite sporadicly and sometimes with limited mobile coverage. But so my family and friends don’t worry unnecessarily I’ll blog again once I’m moved in and online at my new home.

That’ll do for today. I’ll pop back another time and update you all on my health and fitness journey on the Nazafit Express.

{ 26 comments… read them below or add one }

Charlotte Thursday 15 July 10 at 13:43

Best wishes for your move Lia!

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 13:47

Thanks Charlotte. Here’s hoping everything runs relatively smoothly.

Good luck with your move too, not long to go now. xxx

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Beki Thursday 15 July 10 at 15:12

Good luck with the move Lia, here’s hoping you make lots of happy new memories in the new house :)

xox

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 16:47

Lots of happy new memories has a nice ring to it, don’t you think Beki. ;) xxx

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Lorraine Thursday 15 July 10 at 15:42

Lia I cannot believe you will be on your way in just over a weeks time.

Wishing you all the best with your move. xox

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 16:48

It was a short notice move but yes it’s certainly come around quickly Lorraine. The sooner the better if you ask me. xxx

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Chelle Thursday 15 July 10 at 16:46

All the best for the big move babe. Look forward to meeting you once you’re finally settled!!! x

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 16:49

I look forward to meeting you too Chelle.

Oh and I’m starting to get on top of my sleep issues. I’m not completely there yet but I’m on the right path. How is yours going, better, worse, the same? xxx

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Chelle Thursday 15 July 10 at 17:08

Thats great news about your sleep issues! Are you using any supps to help with that? I’ve actually been sleeping really well lately (i dont use rescue sleep anymore- it ran out and i never got another bottle),it still takes me a good half hour to get to sleep, but i’ve been sleeping right through the night and waking up pretty fresh. I think since i moved into my own pad i’m a lot more relaxed which helps big time – less stress! x

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 18:31

Supplements have helped yet. It’s a combination of zinc tablets and a magnesium powder. My training and nutrition has also helped Chelle. xxx

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LJ Thursday 15 July 10 at 17:39

I’m so excited for you, but sad that you’ll be so far away. That at least means I’ll have to find a reason to come to Queensland xox

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Lia Halsall Thursday 15 July 10 at 18:31

Don’t be sad LJ, be happy for me. xxx

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Vicki Thursday 15 July 10 at 22:27

Hey Lia, just thought I would drop you a quick note to wish you a safe journey up here. I look forward to catching up over Vietnamese when you are all settled. If you need any help with anything, just say the word xx

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Lia Halsall Friday 16 July 10 at 07:47

Thanks Vic. I’ll be seeing you real soon for vietnamese and a movie as discussed. ;) xxx

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Sandra Friday 16 July 10 at 08:38

Hi Lia, all the best with your move. I really identified with your comment about things happening for a reason…I had my own personal tragedy seven years ago – at the time a lot of people kept saying “everything in life happens for a reason…” – I didn’t get it then, and to be honest I still haven’t worked out what the “reason” was, but like yourself, I’ve come to accept it as part of the intricate web that is my life.
xoxox

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Lia Halsall Friday 16 July 10 at 12:40

Some things in life that happen may never have answers for them, and I’m okay with that now. Life is what it is and sooner or later we have to move on don’t we Sandra. xxx

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Penny Friday 16 July 10 at 14:11

Hi Lia….I hope your move goes well & there are no Uncomfortable happenings…..that often happen with a big move! Its nice to start a new!! New beginnings with new memories!! So enjoy! Good luck!

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Lia Halsall Friday 16 July 10 at 17:59

Fresh start, clean slate. That’s exactly what I’m looking forward to Penny. :) xxx

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jewel Friday 16 July 10 at 19:53

hi sweet
hang in there babe i know you are strong we are always here for you should u ned us love jewel

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Lia Halsall Friday 16 July 10 at 21:08

Thanks Jewel. xxx

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LJ Friday 16 July 10 at 22:12

I am SOOOO happy for you, just thinking Melbourne won’t be the same without you. But as I said, so glad you are getting your fresh start. Thank god for forums and blogs, so we can still keep in touch.

I hope its everything you want it to be and I’ll keep your amazing hubby in my thoughts while he is overseas.

Love you lots
xox

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Lia Halsall Saturday 17 July 10 at 19:10

I’m crossing everything that he returns home safe and sound also LJ. xxx

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Hilary Tuesday 20 July 10 at 15:13

Good luck with the move Lia!

Hilary xx

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Lia Halsall Tuesday 20 July 10 at 15:16

Thanks Hilary. The uplift is done and we drive out tomorrow morning. :) xxx

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Lorraine Tuesday 20 July 10 at 19:53

Safe travels, Lia, Daniel and your little fur babies. xox

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Lia Halsall Tuesday 20 July 10 at 20:27

Thanks Lorraine. xxx

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