Three years ago, my life was falling apart. My marriage sucked. I hated my job and I was completely stressed out about money. I was bored with my life. In the middle of that, I got really sick. For weeks, I couldn’t eat or get out of bed. My body was failing. I went to a million doctors and no one could figure out what was wrong with me. I was a wreck. Finally, I was diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease and from the moment on, I knew I needed to make changes - to my way of life, the way I eat, the way I take care of myself. And I am so grateful that life has turned around. It took months of work. On my diet. On my relationships. On myself. And it wasn't easy. Nothing every is if you want to make a change. But here I stand today, exactly three years later with the holidays upon us and I feel grateful. Every morning that I wake up is another day to have gratitude. If it weren’t for the chiropractor who figured out what the heck was wrong with me, I might never have made the big changes to my diet that have led to how great I feel today. I am blessed to be able to take care of myself in exactly the way I need to. I am grateful from my husband. Yes, he pisses me off more often than I'd like. But who ever said relationships were a piece of cake, right? I'm grateful he's stood by my side and actually put up with ME all these years! Wes and I are happier now than ever before, a united front out to conquer the world together. I'm grateful for my children. Every day, they crack me up, make me laugh and show me everything I’m doing right. I beam with pride over them. I am grateful for my business. Three years ago I was devastated when I had to leave what I thought was my "career". But I decided to take the plunge and start my own business where I would be the boss. And now here I am, three years later, happier than every before. In total control of my life. Waking up when I want. Traveling wherever I want. Teaching people to make the right choices for their bodies every day. To take the path of holistic wellness. To be in control of their own health. And bonus - I'm making 10 times more than my last job! I’m grateful to the team of people I'm working with. We have had an incredible year together. They work their butts off to keep up with me and we drive each other crazy sometimes, but I have come so far this year thanks to all their hard work. I am grateful for all of my readers! I’ve ruffled your feathers at times, but it’s because I love you and I want you to be the absolute best, happiest, healthiest version of you you can be! I thank you for trusting me and believing in me. The craziness of the holidays is starting and you’re probably out at the mall, standing on a long line or sitting in traffic trying to get out of the mall. Be sure to check out my annual Holiday Guide, filled with great vegan recipes (tested and approved!) just for the holidays, tips for how to survive the holidays with your diet and your sanity intact, and some DIY essential oil tips.  XO Hayley