Moving forward on the topic of Discipline, My life has changed now because I have been diagnosed with Heart Disease. My focus will be on having a place to journal recipes and life changes as I go from meat lover to a non animal product consumer...
I will still post my quilts on here I think :) but my focus is on my new blog : Simply Vegan
Talk about developing discipline.. Here we go!
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Monday, November 12, 2012
My Favorite Oils
Some of My Favorite Oils and their uses!
Antibiotic in a bottle
1. Mix with a tbsp of water, gargle for 1-2 minute then swallow at the on-set of a sore throat.
2. Put 5 drops oregano and 5 drops on guard in a 00 capsule and take 3 times daily at the on set of cold or flu symptoms.
3. Put on the soles children's feet at night during cold & flu season to support immune system.
4. Add 2-5 drops to 2 tbsp of water and swish and pull through your teeth for gingivitis, mouth sores or gum problems. Repeat at least 3 times daily as needed.
5. Apply a drop of on guard to the gum and tooth of a tooth ache. Rub directly on painful areas.
6. Spray a mixture of on guard and water in hotel rooms or bed sheets.
7. Have the diffuser going in your home when the kids come home to kill microbes and ward off germs.
8. Wipe doorknobs, light switches, piano keys, steering wheels, gear shift, telephones, keyboards,and computer mice.
9. Combine 5 drops of On Guard, 3 drops of Oregano and 3 drops of Frankincense in a capsule and take at the onset of a cold or flu to speed recovery and reduce the severity of symptoms. 3 X daily.
10. Add 2-5 drops to 2 tbsp of water and swish and pull for 5 - 10 min at least 3 times daily when in environments where people are sick or germs are prevalent.
Digest Zen
1. Apply to the tummy or feet of small child that has tummy issues
or gas. If the child has sensitive skin, you can cut the oil with a
teaspoon of coconut oil or another carrier.
2. Apply to the tummy or take 3-5 drops internally with water in a shot glass for stomach issues. Supplement with coriander for greater strength.
3. Cup and inhale or take 2-4 drops internally for nausea.
4. Cup and inhale, take internally or rub a small drop on the back an lobes of the ear for sea-sickness or air-sickness.
5. Combine 2 drops of Digest Zen and 3 drops of Ginger in a shot glass with water, rice milk or almond milk and swallow for immediate relief of burning gerd or heart burn or stinging in upper esophagus.
6. Combine 3 drops each of Digest Zen and Frankincense in a capsule or in a shot glass and take 2-3 times daily for up to two weeks to help heal a stomach or esophageal ulcer. (take a week break of only frankincense if you need to continue) (shot glass for upper ulcer, capsule for stomach ulcers).
7. Rotate taking 3 drops of peppermint and 3 drops of Digest Zen in a capsule with 3 drops frankincense and 3 drops digest zen in a capsule and take 2-4 times daily for help relieving/healing crohn's disease.
8. For food poisoning; Add 6 drops to 2 tbsp of water in a shot glass. Swish around in the mouth, and swallow. Also, place 2 drops of digest zen, 2 drops of frankincense in an empty capsule, and swallow, repeat every hour as needed.
9. Combine 2 drops of digest zen and 2 drops of Cassia in an empty capsule and take every 1-2 hours or as needed for diarrhea or constipation.
10. Reduce bloating and cramps by taking a shot glass for of water with 4-6 drops of digest zen.
Peppermint
1. Cup and inhale peppermint during studying or learning. Cup and inhale again when recalling the information to increase mental acuity.
2. Put 5-6 drops to your hands and apply to the back of the neck and up the back of the skull for help staying alert and awake. Supplement with Rosemary if wanted.
3. Use daily, topically on the back of the neck, bottom of the feet or on the chest to reduce mood swings, and promote balanced awareness.
4. Put 4-5 drops with water in a shot glass and drink quickly to stop aggressive hiccups.
5. Put 4-5 drops on a wet wash cloth and place on the forehead of a child or person with a high fever for fever reduction. Be cautious of getting peppermint in the eyes. Is effective for infants on the bottom of the feet.
6. Put 6-8 drops per half cup in water a small spray bottle, shake and spritz sunburn areas for cooling, relief and protection against bacterial infection.
7. Apply peppermint to cuts and scrapes to kill bacteria, and respond with analgesic and soothing response.
8. Apply topically to areas of a head ache. Along forehead, On temples. Up the back of the head. Avoid eyes.
9. A single drop of peppermint in a cup of hot water with honey, makes a powerful peppermint tea to help relieve symptoms of cold or flu, and aid in relief of digestive issues.
10. Rotate taking 3 drops of peppermint and 3 drops of Digest Zen in a capsule with 3 drops frankincense and 3 drops digest zen in a capsule and take 2-4 times daily for help relieving/healing crohn's disease.
11. (Because 10 is one to few) Use peppermint topically to rub on large Multicses before and after workouts to increase blood flow and make recovery quicker and less painful.
Lavender
1. Apply directly, topically or put 6-8 drops per half cup in water a small spray bottle and spritz burn areas for healing relief and protection against bacterial infection. (The very short sting means its killing bacteria)
2. Apply Lavender to cuts and scrapes to kill bacteria, and respond with analgesic and soothing response.
3. Spray on your pillow before going to bed to help relax the mind and induce sleep.
4. Use as a calming oil topically or by diffusion. Calm overly excited children. Place a few drops on a tissue and place in the vent of a car with the fan on. The aroma will be calming.
5. Combine with clary sage, cup and inhale or diffuse to relax the mind for quiet time, a nap, bedtime or to relieve stress and stress related headache.
6. Put a few drops in your bath for a relaxing bath before bed time.
7. Cup and inhale or diffuse as an antidepressant, or to relax after a stressful situation.
8. Use topically or cup and inhale during airplane flights for relaxation and anti-stress.
9. Massage 3-4 drops into your forearms before doing menial tasks that use arm muscles. It will relieve muscles and relax the mind.
10. Apply topically around the back and inside the ear, (not in the ear canal) for earaches. You can make a tissue plug and apply oils to that and place in the canal. Allow the aroma to penetrate the into the canal, not the oils.
Lemon
1. Add 2-4 drops of Lemon to a large bowl of water to rinse grapes, berries and other fruit. Pour through a colander and rinse. It will clean the fruit and it will stay unspoiled for longer as well.
2. Add 2-3 drops of Lemon to your dishwasher or laundry wash cycle for added disinfection and cleanliness.
3. Put a few drops on DVD or CD, wipe over the surface area, leave for a few minutes, then wipe dry from the center of the disk towards the outside edge to remove, small scratches and clean the surface.
4. Put a couple drops on stickers, crayon, markers, gum or grease let soak for a few minutes then wipe away and wash clean. Can also wipe fixtures, door handles, or cabinet tops.
5. Add at least 1 drop to every 8 ounces of water and drink at least 3 glasses daily to maintain a healthy immune system and help cleanse the body.
6. Apply topically to enlarged lymph-nodes, massaging the nodes downward towards the heart. See Caution.
7. Add 2 drops of Lemon to 4 drops of On Guard and gargle and swish for 5 min for cold and sore throat symptoms. (Three times daily as needed).
8. Diffuse Lemon in the air to cleanse the air, kill microbes and uplift moods.
9. Put a drop on warts and skin tags 2-3 times daily. Over a few weeks the wart or tag will be gone forever. (Frankincense or Oregano can also be effective) See Caution.
10. Place 5-10 drops of Lemon on a small washcloth and put in the dryer with drying clothes for fresh smelling clothes coming out of the dryer.
Precaution;
Be aware that Lemon and other Citrus oils are photo-toxic and should not be topically applied to skin (even in low dilution) that will be exposed direct sun light or ultraviolet-light for 24-48 hours.
Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint
When I first became acquainted with essential oils, one of the first blends that I learned of was the Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint blend. Someone discovered that the three oils together made a fantastic blend to combat common allergies.
The blend can be useful and effective in many ways. You just need to experiment a little and determine what works best for you.
Some make a capsule with 2-3 drops of each oil and take it at the very first sign of allergies.
If they come on fast, and you find yourself suffering from allergies, putting 2 drops of each in small shot glass half full of water, then swish and pull the mixture though your mouth for a few minutes before swallowing.
Don't be afraid to repeat as often as necessary until the symptoms cease.
If your eyes are bothering you, consider doing a cup and inhale application, covering your nose and eyes as you breath in deeply. Let the aroma get to your eyes, but don't let the oil get in your eyes.
Elevation (My Favorite Blend )
This blend provides an invigorating combination of CPTG® (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade) essential oils that can elevate your mood and increase your energy.
Elevation is a blend of lavandin, tangerine, elemi, lemon myrtle, melissa, ylang ylang, osmanthus and sandalwood blended flawlessly for an immediate and dramatic effect.
If you have any questions you can contact me at http://www.doterra.myvoffice.com/karenminnick/
Elevation Oil Blend is 10 percent off for November 2012!
On Guard Blend
On GuardAntibiotic in a bottle
1. Mix with a tbsp of water, gargle for 1-2 minute then swallow at the on-set of a sore throat.
2. Put 5 drops oregano and 5 drops on guard in a 00 capsule and take 3 times daily at the on set of cold or flu symptoms.
3. Put on the soles children's feet at night during cold & flu season to support immune system.
4. Add 2-5 drops to 2 tbsp of water and swish and pull through your teeth for gingivitis, mouth sores or gum problems. Repeat at least 3 times daily as needed.
5. Apply a drop of on guard to the gum and tooth of a tooth ache. Rub directly on painful areas.
6. Spray a mixture of on guard and water in hotel rooms or bed sheets.
7. Have the diffuser going in your home when the kids come home to kill microbes and ward off germs.
8. Wipe doorknobs, light switches, piano keys, steering wheels, gear shift, telephones, keyboards,and computer mice.
9. Combine 5 drops of On Guard, 3 drops of Oregano and 3 drops of Frankincense in a capsule and take at the onset of a cold or flu to speed recovery and reduce the severity of symptoms. 3 X daily.
10. Add 2-5 drops to 2 tbsp of water and swish and pull for 5 - 10 min at least 3 times daily when in environments where people are sick or germs are prevalent.
Digest Zen
2. Apply to the tummy or take 3-5 drops internally with water in a shot glass for stomach issues. Supplement with coriander for greater strength.
3. Cup and inhale or take 2-4 drops internally for nausea.
4. Cup and inhale, take internally or rub a small drop on the back an lobes of the ear for sea-sickness or air-sickness.
5. Combine 2 drops of Digest Zen and 3 drops of Ginger in a shot glass with water, rice milk or almond milk and swallow for immediate relief of burning gerd or heart burn or stinging in upper esophagus.
6. Combine 3 drops each of Digest Zen and Frankincense in a capsule or in a shot glass and take 2-3 times daily for up to two weeks to help heal a stomach or esophageal ulcer. (take a week break of only frankincense if you need to continue) (shot glass for upper ulcer, capsule for stomach ulcers).
7. Rotate taking 3 drops of peppermint and 3 drops of Digest Zen in a capsule with 3 drops frankincense and 3 drops digest zen in a capsule and take 2-4 times daily for help relieving/healing crohn's disease.
8. For food poisoning; Add 6 drops to 2 tbsp of water in a shot glass. Swish around in the mouth, and swallow. Also, place 2 drops of digest zen, 2 drops of frankincense in an empty capsule, and swallow, repeat every hour as needed.
9. Combine 2 drops of digest zen and 2 drops of Cassia in an empty capsule and take every 1-2 hours or as needed for diarrhea or constipation.
10. Reduce bloating and cramps by taking a shot glass for of water with 4-6 drops of digest zen.
Peppermint
1. Cup and inhale peppermint during studying or learning. Cup and inhale again when recalling the information to increase mental acuity.
2. Put 5-6 drops to your hands and apply to the back of the neck and up the back of the skull for help staying alert and awake. Supplement with Rosemary if wanted.
3. Use daily, topically on the back of the neck, bottom of the feet or on the chest to reduce mood swings, and promote balanced awareness.
4. Put 4-5 drops with water in a shot glass and drink quickly to stop aggressive hiccups.
5. Put 4-5 drops on a wet wash cloth and place on the forehead of a child or person with a high fever for fever reduction. Be cautious of getting peppermint in the eyes. Is effective for infants on the bottom of the feet.
6. Put 6-8 drops per half cup in water a small spray bottle, shake and spritz sunburn areas for cooling, relief and protection against bacterial infection.
7. Apply peppermint to cuts and scrapes to kill bacteria, and respond with analgesic and soothing response.
8. Apply topically to areas of a head ache. Along forehead, On temples. Up the back of the head. Avoid eyes.
9. A single drop of peppermint in a cup of hot water with honey, makes a powerful peppermint tea to help relieve symptoms of cold or flu, and aid in relief of digestive issues.
10. Rotate taking 3 drops of peppermint and 3 drops of Digest Zen in a capsule with 3 drops frankincense and 3 drops digest zen in a capsule and take 2-4 times daily for help relieving/healing crohn's disease.
11. (Because 10 is one to few) Use peppermint topically to rub on large Multicses before and after workouts to increase blood flow and make recovery quicker and less painful.
Lavender
1. Apply directly, topically or put 6-8 drops per half cup in water a small spray bottle and spritz burn areas for healing relief and protection against bacterial infection. (The very short sting means its killing bacteria)
2. Apply Lavender to cuts and scrapes to kill bacteria, and respond with analgesic and soothing response.
3. Spray on your pillow before going to bed to help relax the mind and induce sleep.
4. Use as a calming oil topically or by diffusion. Calm overly excited children. Place a few drops on a tissue and place in the vent of a car with the fan on. The aroma will be calming.
5. Combine with clary sage, cup and inhale or diffuse to relax the mind for quiet time, a nap, bedtime or to relieve stress and stress related headache.
6. Put a few drops in your bath for a relaxing bath before bed time.
7. Cup and inhale or diffuse as an antidepressant, or to relax after a stressful situation.
8. Use topically or cup and inhale during airplane flights for relaxation and anti-stress.
9. Massage 3-4 drops into your forearms before doing menial tasks that use arm muscles. It will relieve muscles and relax the mind.
10. Apply topically around the back and inside the ear, (not in the ear canal) for earaches. You can make a tissue plug and apply oils to that and place in the canal. Allow the aroma to penetrate the into the canal, not the oils.
Lemon
1. Add 2-4 drops of Lemon to a large bowl of water to rinse grapes, berries and other fruit. Pour through a colander and rinse. It will clean the fruit and it will stay unspoiled for longer as well.
2. Add 2-3 drops of Lemon to your dishwasher or laundry wash cycle for added disinfection and cleanliness.
3. Put a few drops on DVD or CD, wipe over the surface area, leave for a few minutes, then wipe dry from the center of the disk towards the outside edge to remove, small scratches and clean the surface.
4. Put a couple drops on stickers, crayon, markers, gum or grease let soak for a few minutes then wipe away and wash clean. Can also wipe fixtures, door handles, or cabinet tops.
5. Add at least 1 drop to every 8 ounces of water and drink at least 3 glasses daily to maintain a healthy immune system and help cleanse the body.
6. Apply topically to enlarged lymph-nodes, massaging the nodes downward towards the heart. See Caution.
7. Add 2 drops of Lemon to 4 drops of On Guard and gargle and swish for 5 min for cold and sore throat symptoms. (Three times daily as needed).
8. Diffuse Lemon in the air to cleanse the air, kill microbes and uplift moods.
9. Put a drop on warts and skin tags 2-3 times daily. Over a few weeks the wart or tag will be gone forever. (Frankincense or Oregano can also be effective) See Caution.
10. Place 5-10 drops of Lemon on a small washcloth and put in the dryer with drying clothes for fresh smelling clothes coming out of the dryer.
Precaution;
Be aware that Lemon and other Citrus oils are photo-toxic and should not be topically applied to skin (even in low dilution) that will be exposed direct sun light or ultraviolet-light for 24-48 hours.
Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint
When I first became acquainted with essential oils, one of the first blends that I learned of was the Lemon, Lavender, Peppermint blend. Someone discovered that the three oils together made a fantastic blend to combat common allergies.
The blend can be useful and effective in many ways. You just need to experiment a little and determine what works best for you.
Some make a capsule with 2-3 drops of each oil and take it at the very first sign of allergies.
If they come on fast, and you find yourself suffering from allergies, putting 2 drops of each in small shot glass half full of water, then swish and pull the mixture though your mouth for a few minutes before swallowing.
Don't be afraid to repeat as often as necessary until the symptoms cease.
If your eyes are bothering you, consider doing a cup and inhale application, covering your nose and eyes as you breath in deeply. Let the aroma get to your eyes, but don't let the oil get in your eyes.
Elevation (My Favorite Blend )
Elevation
This blend provides an invigorating combination of CPTG® (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade) essential oils that can elevate your mood and increase your energy.
Elevation is a blend of lavandin, tangerine, elemi, lemon myrtle, melissa, ylang ylang, osmanthus and sandalwood blended flawlessly for an immediate and dramatic effect.
If you have any questions you can contact me at http://www.doterra.myvoffice.com/karenminnick/
Elevation Oil Blend is 10 percent off for November 2012!
Friday, November 02, 2012
Starts and Finishes
Now for the big project, I pondered and pondered...
I want to clean, really clean and get the house in order so to speak...
So I picked a few places to work on and I will give myself a few days for each one and post before and after pictures!!! yikes, how embarrasing!
But my goal is:
1) The craft shelves and closet in the Laundry Room
2) The Master Bedroom Closet
3) The kitchen Pantry
The goal is to not spend any money, not dump everything in the garage but actually take it to the youth ranch and let things go... The hardest thing is starting and then the next hardest thing will be to let go of things... Especially the things that Mom gave me. If I am never going to use it then it needs to go to someone who might use it and enjoy it, even if Mom gave it to me...
I'm scared now but I'm going to do it... Twenty days, three spots to clean and empty, I can do it cause He is good and He will help me!
Thursday, November 01, 2012
The next month, one day at a time
MyFitnessPal - Free Calorie Counter
I'm not sure how to put this badge on the side of my blog... It has been toooooo long since I used it. I am following the Super Sweet Life and the 21 day challenge and had to journal on here about it...
So much has happened since December of 2010, a lot of loss, Mom, Gitz, Grandma Ginny, Jenn. A lot of recovery too though.
First Goal: Finish that nagging task:
and I Finally finished the Jack's chain quilt last night while we watched the Hoop's and Yoyo special last night (which was AWESOME!) That project has been in the works for at least 5 years. Maybe longer, so I am already on my way to feeling more disciplined. While the quilt was in the dryer I put another quilt top together with the backing and will work on machine quilting that today.
I am still teaching Aqua Aerobics and loving it! I may need to give up on the job to help with the grandkids which I would love to do more than the job at the Rec Center. I will know within the month I think.
Next Goal: Choose a mega project to work on over the next twenty days... Yikes, there are too many, the house? quilts in the works? exercise? diet???
I will get back to you...
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Sunday, December 05, 2010
five cute postcards and my new job!!!
What a cute post that the Gitzen Girl put on her blog on Friday. I love the five things idea and her drawings for postcards. It is such a blessing to be so encouraged when I am feeling so sick today. I want to make the postcards idea work with the jars of jam we are sending for Christmas. I was hoping to finish the Blackberry jam today. I hope this afternoon I will be feeling better :D
My orientation for the job is on Tuesday afternoon at City Hall... I am a bit in a state of shock, it is just part time, it is just that I wanted it so badly that I can't believe that I am really hired. I just can't believe it!
Friday, December 03, 2010
Thursday, December 02, 2010
Hanukkah started last night... Happy Hanukkah
| From: Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein "And may your hearts be fully committed to the LORD our God, to live by his decrees and obey his commands, as at this time." I love Rabbi Eckstein's devotional's. I was thinking of how this month I have set goals for myself, I need to begin with the most important though: rededicating myself to the Lord God... I do want Jesus to be Lord of all areas of my heart, spirit, mind, soul. I need His forgiveness and cleansing first before I think of all the ways to dress up the outside of myself... my diet and exercise plan, the way I clean the house or take care of my family. All of those things will come from, extend from How I am doing in my thoughts and relationship with Jesus. I need His protection from the enemy. Don't be deceived continually that the abuse that I suffered in the past was deserved. That it should continue...That all begins right now with asking Jesus to be my saviour, Lord, shepherd, friend, protector and that He will teach me how to love and serve Him, just for today...Let alone the next eight days and the month of December. Thank you Jesus for the reminder it all begins with you. I can't wait to see you someday :D |
Sunday, November 28, 2010
A message from Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein
How Long?
November 28, 2010
How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart? How long will my enemy triumph over me?— Psalm 13:1–2
Read aloud these first five lines from Psalm 13. Can you hear the despair in the psalm writer's voice? Can you feel his sense of abandonment, his angst, his burden of sorrow? Four times in these first two verses, King David cries out, "How long… how long… how long… how long?"
If we are honest, haven't there been times in our lives when we have felt like that? How long before a job opportunity comes along? How long will I be barren, or single, or sick? How long before You make my path ahead known to me? How long, God, before you answer my prayer? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts of worthlessness, of depression, of loneliness? How long?
If we are honest, we know this feeling all too well. Like David, we often feel that same impatience with God. Why hasn't He acted yet? Has He even heard my prayer? What is taking so long? When is He going to act? David often claimed that God was slow to act on his behalf, but even in his lowest moments, David affirmed that he was going to trust God — no matter what.
Indeed, we see David's wonderful affirmation at the very end of this short lament: "But I will trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me. I will sing to the LORD because he has been so good to me." How could David arrive at that point so seamlessly, so quickly?
I think part of the answer lies in David's steadfast faith in God. Even at his lowest point, David's faith never wavered. And that came from a lifetime of walking with God, of trusting Him, of taking every thought, care, anxiety, and thanksgiving to Him. David was never very far from the One who could protect and guide him.
I also believe that David found strength as he expressed his feelings to God. In taking his doubts and his questions directly to God, David didn't focus inward and allow self-pity or negativity to spiral out of control. Rather he talked to God about what he was feeling, and as he did, God helped David gain a new perspective, and ultimately, that gave David peace.
When we are prone to despair, to crying out "how long," remember David. Talk to God and see how long it will be before you are singing praises to God because of His goodness to you.
With prayers for shalom, peace,
Brave Girls Printouts!
Oh I am so very excited about the Brave Girls Club printouts!! This is awesome!
I wonder if I would be brave enough to give these to strangers. How would friends feel if I posted them on their facebook walls at random? What if they don't like them or I pick the wrong one to give? I wonder...
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Putting my shoulders back...
"There's something about a person filled with hope...
The enemy always fights you the hardest when he knows God has something great in store.
When the bottom falls out and it looks like you hit an all-time low... when it just couldn't get any worse... You don't know what God has around the corner. That is not the time to get bitter. That's not the time to get negative. That is the time to put your shoulders back and boldly declare: My time is coming. I am a victor and not a victim."
- It's Your Time, by Joel Osteen, p.23
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Beautiful Quote
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
from 'A Return To Love' by Marianne Williamson
Following the 21 day challenge with Rhonna has been challenging, most of my "creating" has been in a word document on my computer. I have ideas for my art journal. I have the paper picked out and the ribbons and some fun lettering and silk flowers. I have cut and pasted onto my document what I want to put on each page but that is as far as my creating it has gone. This is an emotional roller coaster for me. I have good days and days that I hide. The word for the day yesterday and every day for the next few weeks is "Authenticity" I want to be who Jesus wants me to be. I want to be authentically His!
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Brave Girl...Authentic Girl... To be truthful and Real
Today's Brave Girl post meant a lot to me.. I want to take those steps, agoraphobia sucks...just speaking the truth!
It's ok to cry sometimes, you know. It's even ok to completely fall apart for a little while so that you can put yourself back together in the way you are supposed to be together...sometimes the pieces of us get a little bit mixed up and we have to let ourselves fall apart so that we can get ourselves back in order.
And...it's ok to grieve over things that we've lost. It's ok to grieve over people that we've lost and it's ok to grieve over time that has been lost. It's ok to feel a bit of a hole in our hearts where loved things used to be.
HERE'S THE IMPORTANT THING, though. Remember, that you can still do the things that you want to do, and work toward the places that you want to be, and learn the things that you want to learn WHILE you are working through grief. You don't have to wait. Sometimes we make ourselves wait until all of the pain is gone to start living the life we want to have. The time to start living the life we want to have is RIGHT NOW....even if it's while we are holding hands with pain. They really can live next to each other...and then when it's time for the pain to go....you are not left alone trying to figure out what to do next....you are already there....just without the pain.
So....please stop waiting, lovely you. Please stand up and take some steps into the places that you want to be. It's ok if your pain comes with you...it really is. Someday it will feel like it's done it's job and it will be gone.......it really will. YOUR JOB is to just keep moving, and you are the only one who can do it.
You know it's time...stand up, sweet sister.....take a step.
You can do this.
Have a wonderful weekend.
xoxo
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Studies
I am following two Studies, Wendy Blight is doing an amazing study on the life of David, and I have got behind on that and on the Mary and Martha study with "Life's not Always Hummingbird's and Fireflies"
More guilt... I didn't exercise this weekend, I felt great on Saturday morning and then woke up from a nap and couldn't turn my head my shoulder and back hurt sooooo badly. So I am behind now in the P90x journey too.... sigh...
But today, the house is clean and baby safe and the Birthday cake is baked not decorated yet and the decorations for the dining area are up and the roast is in the crock pot... and I did my daily bible reading and helped the kids with their schooling today... so, I did some good things mixed in with the things that I haven't done yet...
prioritizing is hard for me. I want to be proud of my accomplishments and let go of the things that are not so urgent and not feel so guilty or overwhelmed. There are so so many good things to do. They all have a cost. I need to choose which good things I need to do and go do them!
Just for today, that is all I have to do!
Love Jesus and let everything else fall in to its place. Thank you Jesus! It is a beautiful fall day, breezy and cool, the leaves are orange and red and falling. The boys have almost finished their school assignments and then they will clean up the yard for tonight's Birthday party.
Friday, October 08, 2010
sore sososos sore
wow, I woke up so sore! And yet feeling very happy and proud of my soreness... Day two of P90x today, we will see how this goes.
I would like to go to zumba today too, I love that class.
Studying for the Aquatic Fitness test has me a bit overwhelmed but I am trying to take it in small pieces. They said that 79 percent of the people who take it pass... I don't want to be in the 21 percent that don't... but I think "think positive Keri... keep reading, keep reviewing, keep going" and then I feel overwhelmed again... yikes... continuous trying to change failing thought patterns is so tough, so so tough!
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
LIVE
I love this blog that encouraged us to teach our kids to LIVE!
Oh how I want to appreciate each moment of each day, every second is a gift!! LIVE!!
Monday, October 04, 2010
grief
for Mark and his family
for Bobby and Stephanie and their family
for Kylee and Tyler and their family...
so much loss, death, pain
feeling that it wasn't supposed to be this way. It wasn't God's plan, the depth of pain and heartache, the tears that don't stop, It wasn't ever what He wanted for us. It is not His perfect plan but He will use it for good. He has too, He is perfect, He is Love...
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