Water

Water?

Really?

Yes, really.....

For many years, pretty much my entire life, I have not been a big water drinker. Yes I would drink it if I was really hot, or if I had just been to the gym. But to just drink the water....not so much. You see, I am a Diet Pepsi addict ( no I don't get any extra money for saying that). I just enjoy the taste. For many years it's been the first thing I drink when I get up & the last thing before I go to bed. Yes, I know it's very pathetic. We all have our vices and this is one of mine.

But...........as part of my New Year's resolution, I have chosen to drink 100oz of water a day. That's 3 liters of water!!! I know it sounds crazy but according to research, with the amount I work out and calories I burn I should drink 2.8 liters of water. WOW!!! Now I have to say that I don't always make my 100 ounces, but I am sure trying. I have limited myself to one diet pepsi a day and drink water and tea (some sweet of course!!) There are days I'm in the bathroom every hour and some nights at work I'm praying for a potty break!!

But here's the thing. We are so lucky to have water. Water you can get from any tap anywhere.

Our water is clean.

Our water is refreshing.

Our water is essentially free.

There are so many other places on this earth that don't have clean drinking water. They are drinking from the same water in which they bathe. The same water their animals walk through and drink from as well. That sounds gross, but it's what they are accustomed to doing in their life. Can you imagine? I can't. I've always been lucky enough to have water to wash clothes, wash dishes, take a shower in, and drink.

I've taken it for granted long enough. I'm choosing to use what I am fortunate enough to have. Will you join me on this quest. Try drinking one extra glass of water today. It will make your body happy and increase your metabolism.

Happy drinking :0)

Renee