31/12/2025
This 2025 quote popped up in my Facebook memories… and as corny as it sounds, I can honestly say I’ve lived it.
This past year has been proof that real change is possible when you choose yourself and commit to the small, consistent actions.
I’ve lost 23kg, feel fitter than I have in years physically and mentally and I’ve chased things I once thought were completely out of reach.
Nothing has been handed to me on a plate. I’ve shown up, made the uncomfortable choices, taken lots of little steps, and trusted that with a positive mindset and a bit of manifestation, things would start to align. And they have. It’s showing up.
And for that, I’m genuinely proud of myself.
I’m also incredibly proud of my dogs and what we have achieved together this year.
✨ Zen — my little star. A fantastic agility dog and placing in sheepdog trials too. Two sports I either took up or returned to after a long break, and honestly… it all happened because of you. You’ve also completely proved me wrong. I once said you just weren’t cut out for the higher grades in agility yet here you are, reaching Grade 7 within just 6 months of competing, going above and beyond anything I imagined possible.
✨ Vibe — the unexpected little dog I didn’t know I needed. You could be Zen’s pup with how alike you are. Watching you go from an extremely scared little puppy to a full of life, over enthusiastic, slightly obnoxious whirlwind has surprised me (and everyone else). You’ve shown me that you can’t put limits on a dog when you invest in love, trust, relationships, and gently show them that the world isn’t as scary as they think it is. You’ve truly blossomed, and I wouldn’t change you for the world. In 2026 you’ll be making your agility debut and having a go at nursery sheepdog trials something I’m really excited about.
✨ The trusty sled dogs
Zoom, still acting like a cheeky puppy at 9 years old, always ready to wrestle with the collies.
And Mr Dash… watching your health and mobility decline at just 6 years old still hurts, the result of a dog attack when you were so young. But you’ve defied every expectation. I was told you wouldn’t be walking past 4, yet here you are and we still have adventures to come.
✨ Faith — my special girl. I had the most amazing 16 months rearing you, training you, and giving you everything you needed to flourish. Letting you go wasn’t easy, but it was the right thing. You’ve gone on to a home where you will truly be able to achieve what you were always destined for, and knowing that makes me incredibly proud. You’ll always be a part of my journey my best ever young sport dog
Looking ahead to 2026, I’m excited.
Vibe making her agility debut and taking on nursery sheepdog trials.
Zen continuing to surprise me.
Getting back to running and building a stronger version of myself.
And continuing to chase the profession I want working hard, studying, developing myself, and building on all the new skills and qualifications I gained in 2025.
This year also taught me that you are never too old to chase what you truly want in life. I’ve made some big life changes and I’m choosing to go after what I want, even when it’s uncomfortable, unpredictable, and scary. Especially then, growth isn’t loud or instant it’s quiet, consistent, and earned and I’m proud of how far we’ve come.
Bring on 2026
Thank you to Just for Friends dog food, forgiving my dogs everything they need to flourish in their sports and everyday life.
