Who put the rock in rockgirl, anyway?

I was giggling yesterday. I was smiling so stupidly; I couldn't stop. I skipped. I flirted. I gushed. I fell in love.
Yesterday, despite the fact that it was 20 degrees inside the gym, I climbed for 3.5 hours at Stoneworks. Shine and Princess climbed with me. We had to wear gloves to belay and we had to drive to Race Trac to get hot tea to keep our hands warm. And yes, it hurt. And yes, I hurt.
I pushed hard and I am aching today and my arms and shoulders feel like lead.
But I felt more alive and younger - lighter, fitter, healthier and more energetic- than I have in over 2 years.
And today, I understand that falling in love changes everything. Because it very literally changes who you are.
I am so, very, very thankful!