It's a New Year

I didn't give myself any New Year's resolutions this year. In Mexico with my friend Krista I was telling her that I tend to reflect more about the year that is ending than make resolutions to have to stick to. One of my favorite spiritual teachers said once that we should use our birthdays as a New Year celebration and to put thought into growth and changes then.
So this year I just want to start out on the right foot. Literally....
Last year I had a stress fracture (twice) in my right foot (big toe) that lead to a case of plantar fasciitis for six months. In my left foot I had a morton's neuroma that ended up getting so debilitating I opted to have it surgically removed on Dec 3. There were six shots, rehab, orthotics and numerous podiatrist appointments all prior to surgery.
This year I am determined to take care of my feet and let them start to support me again. No more shaky foundations! I tend to think of situations metaphorically as well, so feet problems are often referred to in this way as not being able to move forward. One of the affirmations I found in a book I have says that with feet issues you should say to yourself, "I walk fearlessly forward though life". I like that. It is a positive and confident statement.
Last week I walked on the beach in Mexico, I got back on my bike for a short hour ride after two months off, and I went back in the yoga room for two Bikram classes. WOW! I thought that it would take me two months to get back into exercise, but it didn't! Not to say that I am pain free...but I can do things again and that feels so good!
So to recap my remedies that I found effective post surgery in case anyone wants to get a few more natural remedies in their regimen:
Traumeel both oral and topical ointment (homeopathic remedy for trauma and inflammation with Arnica)
New Chapter: Zyflamend Capsules (combo of anti-inflamatory herbs)
Natural Vitality: Calm (magnesium supplement)