Living on a Prayer

Yesterday I went to see Rock of Ages (totally freaking awesome movie, btw) with my step sister. I'm pretty sure I got on everyone's nerves because I sang every single song that played (I'm a little 80s rock obsessed). And I'm not just talking a quiet hum or sweet whisper, I was belting it as if it was my movie debut. I felt I had a right to since I have not only seen the stage version first (it's waaaayyyy better than the movie), but I've been jamming to those songs since I was like 10, when Daddy introduced me to the good kind of music.

Anyways, it got me thinking on what I want to do with my life. I've always wanted to be some type of performer, whether it be a singer, actor, or stand up comedian. I just like being in front of people on a stage. Well after realizing that Animal has a better voice than me, becoming a singer became a running joke in our household, which sucked because that's what I had my heart most set on. Instead of taking singing lessons or learning to play an instrument (other than the flute), I just gave up. But it's not like I had anyone pushing me to follow my dreams.

But during the movie, my passion for music was revived, and someone told me I actually had a decent voice. I realized, though, that I can still be involved with music even if I'm not singing or playing in a band.

I want to work for a record label. I want to be the person who finds the talent and then makes their dreams come true. I want to be the person who sees the stars in someone's eyes; the person who gives someone the things that I couldn't.

So what's my new life plan? Ditch school and move to L.A.? No, but eventually I'll get there. Because everyone deserves the life that they want, even the people who quit too early in the game. Never give up on a dream...at least not twice.

Peace and blessings,
Kristin

A Moment on the Lips, Forever on the Hips

I have never been a size 2 type of girl. I think at my smallest, I was a 5 and that was in the 8th grade. But that doesn't mean I'm lazy. If I was playing volleyball, marching in the band (don't judge; it's actually a lot of work), or dancing in theatre, I've always had some sort of physical activity going on. It kept me balanced and from gaining like 20 pounds in one year. But within the last two years, I haven't had any of that.

Now, being the biggest I've ever been (not that I would tell you how much that is), I'm starting to realize that I took all that for granted. I wouldn't say I'm eating more than normal, but I'm definitely eating differently (that college student, drive thru kind of diet), and it's really started to sink in how it's changing my body. But most importantly, it's changing my health. 

Diabetes effects more and more people every day, and since my grandmother is a diabetic, I am at higher risk for developing diabetes. Honestly, this scares the living mess out of me because I have an impact on whether or not I end up having diabetes. According to The American Diabetes Association, "Currently 16% of children ages 6 to 19 years, a total of 9 million youths, are overweight. Along with obesity, other risk factors for type 2 diabetes include lack of physical activity and an unhealthy weight." That just blows my mind! 

"Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God?" 1 Corinthians 6:19 is a powerful statement reminding us that our bodies are not our own. They are temporary housing, but they are to be taken care of and to be used as God sees necessary. But if you're body is not able to due weight limitations, then how are you to fulfill the things that God has planned for you? 

My motivation to lose weight came yesterday, and so far, I've done a good job of sticking to it. I'm tired of my weight being an excuse or something to hide behind. I'm not looking to be the next top model; I just want to be healthy. I have so much that I want to accomplish in life to end it early because I don't want to take care of myself. 

For more information about Diabetes, visit the American Diabetes Association's website at: http://www.diabetes.org/

Peace and blessings,

Kristin

Do you know what you say?

First off, sorry for going on like a 3 week strike there. Life became a little too much, and blogging became a distant luxury that I didn't have time for. With that being said, you can expect to have new posts at least 3 times a week (hopefully more) from now on.

A couple of weeks ago, a friend and I had a sit down discussion because she heard that I started spreading nasty rumors about her. This really upset me because first off, I don't have time to just sit around and talk crap about people (I mean I don't even have time to blog), and secondly, talking about people behind their backs is so elementary school it isn't even funny. I'm also the type of person who has no problem telling it like it is, so why would I even need to run my mouth about this poor girl?

Anyway, she and I met for coffee one afternoon and cleared the air. At the end of all of it, I was really glad she and I talked because not only did I save a friendship, but I also learned that I don't always have the nicest things to say to or about people.

Proverbs 16:24 reminds us that "Kind words are as honeycomb; sweet to the soul and healing to the bones." So if my words aren't sweet or healing, why should they be leaving my mouth? One thing I know for certain about myself is that I don't have a filter. What ever comes to mind, comes out my mouth, and a lot of the time, it's either vulgar or hurtful.

So I'm challenging myself to say only the things that will uplift and encourage others. You never know what kind of day someone has been having or what inner demons they are battling, and the last thing you want is to make it worse by joking on them or pointing out a flaw or just being down right mean to them. So the next time you feel yourself wanting to put someone down, how about offering some words of encouragement or a good old-fashioned compliment; everyone loves those.

Peace and blessings,
Kristin

Containing the Monster

So I should probably mention that I'm a little bit of a hot head. It really doesn't take much to get under my skin, and some people seem to make it a daily challenge for themselves to find some sort of way to irritate me. It had never dawned on me before that all these people are simply tests that God has given me.

I thought today might just be another normal day of work, like every other Wednesday. Unfortunately, there were just a series of things to go wrong, not to mention I had a bad attitude. But then I came home really just wanting to rest, and it seems like my name is being called left and right to go do stuff. Now normally, I really don't mind helping out around the house, but today was just one of those days where I just want to sit down for a good while.

But instead of just doing what I ask, I went on this spoiled brat type of rampage about how all I do is work while my siblings do nothing all day. This not only made me look really immature, it insulted my sister and brother. Eventually I did the things that were asked of me, and it gave me time to reflect on the things I'd said. Luckily, this time it wasn't anything too harsh to actually hurt their feelings (I sometimes forget people have those).

Proverbs gives two great verses about containing your anger. "Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his anger than takes a city" (16:32), and "A hot tempered man stirs up dissension, but a patient man calms a quarrel" (15:18).

So what lessons did I learn today? I can't control what other people do. All I can control is how I respond to it and then figure out how to grow from it. I'd say I failed the tests God gave me today, but at least now I realize an aspect of myself that I might not have seen before. So next time you really just want to fly off the handle because everyone and their mother seems to be on your case today, stop and think about what they might have had going on today. You might be the best part of someone's day, and you don't want to ruin it because you have a temper and a bad attitude.

Peace and blessings,
Kristin

Defining Me

Well, I've decided to start blogging again. I don't quite know why since every time I start to get on some sort of routine I suddenly stop, but this time, this time is going to be different...I hope.

I'm trying to get myself on a some sort of daily routine, with blogging fitting in there somewhere. You know the up by 8, bed by 11 type of thing. Most people would kill to not have their lives defined by the clock, but that just doesn't work for me. My life gets pretty chaotic if I don't, so I have to settle for monotony. But I guess when I'm in my 40s and healthy as a horse because of this new schedule, I'll be thanking myself.

I guess this is the part where I give a little insight into my life and who I am.

My name is Kristin Fritz, and I'm a sophomore at Auburn University at Montgomery majoring in Marketing. Most people kinda laugh when I say that, wondering what in world I'm going to do with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. "A heck of a lot more than I would with a dang theatre degree!" is my usual response (I just changed my major from theatre). However, what I'd really love to do with my degree is become a music executive. See, I've always had a passion for music, and since God didn't bless me with the enjoyable type of singing voice, this is the road that I'm headed to, not that I'd change my mind for anything.

But for now, I work at Gigi's Cupcakes (I know, greatest job ever!), and it's the first job that I've 100% enjoyed working at. Not only do I get to sell cupcakes all day, but I have really awesome coworkers and the best bosses, no lie! My favorite cupcake is the Hunka Chunka Banana Love, which is a banana nut cake with chocolate chips baked in, a banana buttercream frosting dipped in ganache, and topped with a banana chip. Can you say delicious?! But seriously, it's a great job; I've even considered owning my own store if this whole muss executive plan doesn't work out. Always have to have a back up plan right?

I'm also a member of Zeta Tau Alpha! Who would've ever thought I'd join a sorority? Not me, that's for sure! But I did, and honestly, it really was a great decision. Not only do I absolutely adore my sisters, but ZTA can open doors for me that I  might not otherwise would've had. I've only been in a semester, and I already feel like I've been in for years. I've gotten really close to some of girls, and I have the best possible match for me as a Big. Her name is Taylor, and I'm sure she'll have her own post pretty soon.

Now, I should probably mention the point of me writing this blog.

Since I graduated high school 3 years ago, I've kind of lost myself. Ok not kind of, but I really lost myself. I started doing a lot of things I said I'd never do, and I became the person I swore I wouldn't. But all that is in the past now, so this blog is going to be my accountability partner. It's going to be my way of keeping myself in check. I've gotten back to a stable spot in my life, and I want to keep it that way. I want to stay on this path because only good things can come from it.

I'm really excited to see how God is going to use me from now on, now that I'm not fighting it anymore and not afraid to let someone else be in control. It's going to have it's hard times, but I know He won't lead me away from His Will.

And I'm excited to have you on this journey with me.

Peace and blessings,
Kristin