And, well, I just wasn’t ready to part with my roof and four walls,so renting out our home seemed like a decent, creative option toprovide additional income and step away from it all for a bit. Inmy heart, my efforts to find solutions for <strong>the</strong> greater good werewell intended. But in <strong>the</strong> end, I couldn’t bare <strong>the</strong> suffocating emotionsthat accompany good-byes. Saying so long to your homecan be harder to do that saying good-bye to people! Who knew?For a second, I felt like this “rebuilding” thing was a cruel joke,but now it feels even more exciting than <strong>the</strong> first time around. Nowonder I live with this eternal flame of optimism that no one canblow out, not even me. I get it - live your life, let your fears go.It’s worth it!If you’ve followed my Pub Page over <strong>the</strong> past year, you know thatunforeseeable “circumstances” bit me in <strong>the</strong> ass (chomped downreally freakin’ hard actually). Realities and priorities shifted at <strong>the</strong>speed of light. I had <strong>the</strong> carpet pulled out from under me so manytimes; it felt like I had a mean rug burn. And yes, it hurt my (notso fit anymore) bum. I really had no o<strong>the</strong>r choice. I did go fromchange to charge, motivated by <strong>the</strong> future promise of good thingsto come, because I’m at <strong>the</strong> helm again darn it! And maybe now, Ican settle back in to my life and get working on this ‘glum bum’of mine again. After all, this is <strong>the</strong> home of <strong>PhillyFIT</strong> too, and Ibetter be sure I’m living up to it!Look, I’m a single mom in <strong>the</strong> throws of re-evaluating my life andjust finally realizing that <strong>the</strong>re is “nothing to fear except fearitself”. When starting any new venture I always ask myself,“What’s <strong>the</strong> worst thing that could happen?” And so, I havedecided to take on new challenges (added a new level of marketingoptions to my clients) and upped my game in <strong>the</strong> work place. Ithink of it as adding a few more weights to <strong>the</strong> barbell. Much likework in <strong>the</strong> gym, I am hopeful that acclimating to this new role ofhelping clients internally at <strong>the</strong>ir own businesses will becomemore natural over time and will only serve to build nice lean muscle!Rebuilding our home, adding more work to my load, it’s allgood.We’ve all been <strong>the</strong>re-done thatonce or twice in our lives. This timeit’s my turn again. But maybe living alife insanely busy really IS what makesme tick? I’ve been told that this speedsuits me well before.Maybe I’m Really a CatThere are days when I feel like I’velived nine lives. But much like those darn cats, I’ve managed toland right side up on my feet after each fall (albeit a bit wobbly).<strong>Right</strong> now, <strong>the</strong>re is only hope and love moving forward, thanks toall that I have learned. I need to own it, and be thankful that Ihave learned so darned much. Took me longer than most, but Ibelieve I’m finally <strong>the</strong>re.Hey, <strong>the</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r’s great – get out <strong>the</strong>re and get fit!Meow!xoxoJami’s Five for Dealingwith Change1. Make a time capsuleGa<strong>the</strong>r up old pictures, keepsakes and meaningful items having todo with your big change. Keep it simple. If you’re moving, itcould be a few flowers from your lawn or even a key from yourhome. Bury it in a place you know you can go back to twenty-fiveyears from now.8 I <strong>PhillyFIT</strong>May/June I 267-767-4205 I www.phillyfit.com
2. Take things off your computer and burn to a disk or externaldriveThis is a biggie. I’ve found that old photos, old documents, etc.can really make it hard to move on and detach. This is an oftenoverlookedprocess that may take some time, but in <strong>the</strong> end <strong>the</strong>rewill be no pesky emotional remembrances on your computer.Cleansing your electronics (phone too) can be very cathartic and Ihighly recommend it!3. Write down lessons learned/Be creativeGosh, every country song I know is a bit of a ‘coulda, shoulda,woulda’ melody. Try taking a stab at writing your own song aboutwea<strong>the</strong>ring through your own personal storms. You may just optto write a poem about moving on and not looking back. This issomething you can do with <strong>the</strong> entire family, if appropriate (everyperson could take a stanza).4. Look for signsI know this one sounds hokey, but I really believe that if you’reopen to receiving signs of assurance from “wherever,” you’ll feelvalidated in making your change. Read those fortunes inside thosecookies! Watch <strong>the</strong> news, listen to <strong>the</strong> radio or just go for a drivein <strong>the</strong> car or a walk. I just taped one to my oldest son, Derek’s,bedroom door actually! Sometimes signs are all around you – youjust have to be in <strong>the</strong> right frame of mind to soak <strong>the</strong>m in. Mylate, fa<strong>the</strong>r sends me signs all <strong>the</strong> time. I just know it; <strong>the</strong>y’re toopersonal and too eerie not to be silent, yet strong messages channeledto me in clever ways.5. ExerciseHa! You know I had to FIT it in somewhere. Oftentimes, bigchange is accompanied by feelings of depression. IT DOESN’THAVE TO BE DEPRESSING! Letting go is quite a mournfulprocess (I get it). There’s nothing better than releasing some powerfulendorphins. The best way to do that my friends is to get yourheart rate up. (Okay, so those of you with your minds in <strong>the</strong> gutter,you know what I meant.) Even taking a walk around <strong>the</strong> blockcounts. Start working out three times a week for at least forty-fiveminutes and <strong>the</strong> blues will scram, and so will those pesky poundsyou hate too.PHILLYFIT FAMILYPublished by: Jalynn Concepts, LLCPublisher: Jami AppenzellerArt Design/Production: Jessica BinderCopy Editors: Hea<strong>the</strong>r Hoehn, Bev AppenzellerCover Photography: Picture of Patrick & Chelsea by Sean Gomes.Picture of Linda by John Bayley.Publishers Page: Photo of Jami & Savannah by Joe Chielli,Church Street Studio, Phila., PACalendar Of Events: John BeelerAd Sales:Jami Appenzeller - jami@phillyfitmagazine.comRita Henry - rjhenry659@aol.comDistribution Manager: R.I.P. Jim AppenzellerAll inquires are welcome...Call us NOW! (267)767-4205www.phillyfitmagazine.comJami@phillyfitmagazine.com21 Sunnybrook Dr., New Britain, PA 18901Advertising Deadlines:Reservations for <strong>the</strong> July/August 2013 issue:Ad Reservation Due By: June 5, 2013Ad Copy Due By: June 10, 2013<strong>PhillyFIT</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> is a news magazine with emphasis on health, fitness and leisure. <strong>PhillyFIT</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong> isprinted bi-monthly, distributing magazines to more than 800 locations in <strong>the</strong> Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester,Delaware and Montgomery Counties. 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All rights reserved.plus.google.com/u/0/104869413385959199641/postswww.facebook.com/<strong>PhillyFIT</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>www.twitter.com/<strong>PhillyFIT</strong>Maglettersto<strong>the</strong>publisher<strong>PhillyFIT</strong>,I have been a fan of yours for severalyears now! Your magazine is a totalinspiration!Andrea HillJami,I applaud your unabashed approachto life. The open door you provide toyour life is courageous.Your pointblank honesty is admirable andrefreshing. I REALLY like that aboutyou! Head bowed from beneath <strong>the</strong>sacred Rocky Mountain peaks withreverence, honor, and deepestrespect.Be well.Namaste,The Mad SwedeJeff Kildahl, CWC | ND | PhDJami,Just noticed a new issue of <strong>PhillyFIT</strong>is out, AWESOME! I need to get a bitmore serious about my OWN writing,but I'm happy to say that you guys doa tremendous job. CONGRATS! Can'twait to read and to ogle <strong>the</strong> bodies onPhilly's Fittest :) By <strong>the</strong> way, your articleabout FAMILY and being in <strong>the</strong>Sandwich Generation is SPOT ON!Thank you! My wife and I are raisingfive kids AND supporting our twosixty-three year old mo<strong>the</strong>rs. The pressureis unreal, but your writing putsthings into great context.Thank you for sharing!Hope you are well, and I am SOREADY for Spring!All my best.Very respectfully,Spencer L. Baker, LCDR, SC, USNMay/June I 267-767-4205 I www.phillyfit.comHi Jami!On a recent visit to Philly one Fridaynight, my family and I stopped in aWawa for a quick snack. Thankfully, Isaw your magazine and was veryexcited to read it! Thank you for publishinga local magazine dedicated tofitness! Fitness has been a long timehobby/passion of mine. I have taughtin many gyms and come acrossnumerousNancy Hutchinson, NJHi <strong>PhillyFIT</strong>!I LOVE your publication! It’s myfavorite because its local, so well doneand also my personal mission toimprove <strong>the</strong> quality of life for my fellowhumans, which starts with those in myhome town!Chris AldaeJami,Just read your "Family Full Circle" in<strong>the</strong> March/April issue......KEEP ON"RANTING" (as you put it)Swee<strong>the</strong>art! You're AWESOME!!!!!!Jack HickeyHi Jami,I am running a wellness program atour company and would like to know ifwe could get about 20-30 issuesmailed to us each time <strong>the</strong>y come out.I have a reading and information areafor fitness in our Lunchroom and peoplelove your magazine.My address is below if it is possible, Ihope so, I love it too!Thanks JBest regards,Sue Sowden<strong>PhillyFIT</strong> I 9