Water is the most neglected nutrient in your diet but one of the most vital~ Kelly Barton
Once I got serious about loosing weight, I made it a point to drink more water. Prior to starting this journey I would drink an average around 12 ounces of water per day. I am now drinking an average of 80 ounces of water everyday. This total accounts for only plain water not tea, coffee, or any other water source. (more…)
Today as I was doing my Bible study and reflection time this verse spoke to me. “I am leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 (more…)
One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it provides ~ W.E. Johns
The summer gardening season has almost come to a close. This year I would have to describe my garden as “somewhat successful.” My efforts this season were much more successful than previous seasons, but still lacking. I look forward to an even more productive gardening season next year. (more…)
People have asked me how have I lost weight, and how do I plan on keeping it off. That’s a hard question to answer. It is also a question that can not be answered in one blog post. (more…)
During the past several years I have had many people ask me if I love both of my kids the same. When people ask this question I believe they are really asking, “do you love your adopted child the same way in which you love your biological child?” (more…)
Instead of giving myself reasons why I can’t, I give myself reasons why I can ~ Author Unknown
I have lived most of my adult years fighting a loosing battle with my weight. I gain, I loose, I plateau, and then gain back everything I had lost. I have grown tired of the fight and have decided that it will not be a fight any longer. This time I WILL win the battle. As of this week I have lost 50 pounds. (more…)
I think Fall has officially arrived. Fall is my favorite season. I love seeing the trees on fire with color and the feeling the crispness of the air. My fall wreath is hung and my dinning room table has been dressed for the season. (more…)
This time last week, I was sitting on a beautiful sandy beach, without a care in the world. What I would not do to be back in that paradise instead of here with all the demands of life pressing on me. (more…)
It has been awhile since my last post. I have struggled with my decision to continue to blog or to stop blogging. For now I have decided that I will continue to blog. Today as I write I can honestly say it feels good to be writing again. I have to admit I want to lie and say I have not blogged because I have been too busy, but I’ll stick with the truth. (more…)
