Day 158 ~ The Road Ahead

There is so much more to what we see on the internet.  It is amazing how a few little words or lack of one or two characters will throw everything off.

I just noticed the time, after literally spending the last eight straight hours trying to put some darn buttons on my page... I'm still having trouble!  WOW!  I tell you I take my hat off to all those web page programmers.

Even with all that, I am getting really excited for what is waiting for me in the near future.  I am putting everything into perspective, as well as all my ducks in a row.  I am just going to move full steam ahead.

On a personal note, I am really happy that I have all this going on because it really has not given me much time to dwell on my sons, and the rest of life's trials.  I am keeping a positive look, barely giving a second thought to  negative issues, and forging forward.

There is something that my father in law Ferris had stated a while back, that for some reason keeps popping in my head as of late...

You have to keep at things, in order to give them a chance to work out.  You can't just quit at the first sign of trouble.

I am thankful for the fact that my father in law really loves and cares for his family. 

Blessings to all!!

207 days to go...

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Day 156 ~ Accepting What Is Me

A while back, Day 71,  I spoke of starting an additional blog.  That I needed structure and to feel healthy.  

Life Happens to Everyone.
CBK graphic designs - (me)

Well as you can see, I mentioned that eighty-five days ago!  In my defense, there has been a lot of "LIFE" going on.  In addition to a lack of motivation!  I can't lie to you, I have to call it as it is.  

What's changed now, you ask.  Well, my life is more of the same (which will always be an issue in one way or another) ---  However, since I wrote that back in August I would have to say that I have grown.  Not to mention, do I dare say it?! ... I am starting to like myself.

I like who I am... I am coming into terms with my past... I like what I am doing... and more importantly I like what I am about.

With that said... yes I will be starting a new blog about health and life style adjustments.  I have come to the realization that I could use to loose a few pounds, but I must be realistic.  I am taking into consideration of how my life is, how I love (LOVE) food and how I love to cook it just as much, who can forget the occasional glass of "vino" or "spirits" and the time I have to exercise... and this all has to be easy enough to maintain for the rest of my life.

My first blog on weight loss was a short term challenge, with the motivation of loosing weight in time for my 30th high school reunion.  The motivation behind my next blog is a change that will take me through the rest of my life healthy and comfortably.

You see, I came to a conclusion.. a revelation... the light turned on!   "HALLELUJAH!"

CBK

I am not obese, just about twenty pounds (more or less) overweight.  Yes I am getting older and no longer in my thirties, let alone my twenties.  I wouldn't say I am ugly, but as I said I am getting older.  

So... do I need to be SKINNY minny?  No I don't! ... Do I need or rather want to look good and be healthy?  Yes I do!  ... Do I love food and everything about it?  YES!  Does it have to be one extreme or the other?  No. 

Ok... so, do you see what I have to work with?  I accept what I have to work with... now to get creative.

I CAN DO IT!

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being,¹⁷ so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love    ~  Ephesians 3:16-17

Good actions give strength to ourselves and inspire good actions in others.   ~ Plato

If we did all the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.    ~  Thomas Edison

I am thankful for the new inner strength I discover each day. 

Blessings to all!!

209 days to go...

PS... I hope you like the changes you see to my blog... designed by little ol' me. (big smile!)

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Day 154 ~ Always Having A Clean Slate

Time truly got away from me tonight.  There aren't many times at all that I am able to write during the day... very few really.  Try writing with a naturally hyper five year old little girl... not going to happen!

My li'l "Super Star!" 

I wish I was able to write more during the day, although it really is nice ending my day here.  There;s is something to be said about going to bed with a "clean slate," as well as "peace of mind."

Needless to say, my writing time comes at the end of my day, after Calley has gone to bed.  Then there's those nights that she won't go to bed right away and continue to get up for either water, bathroom or the new excuse lately is a "late night snack!"  Just as I sit down to write... "Mom...my.... Mom...my..."   Come to think about it, seems like its been few nights since this has happened... I hope I didn't just 'jinx' it!

That's right, unfortunately I do not have the time to sit at my computer all day... fortunately "life happens."  Between teaching Calley (home schooling,) keeping the house clean, preparing meals, helping my in laws with whatever comes up whenever it comes up, my blog and any other unexpected obstacle that life may throw at me, I'd say I have my plate pretty full.

Another thing I have noticed is that the last few days that I have been working on the design of my blog, soon to be unveiled, the time that I have to actually write has been infringed upon.  I get into working on the design and I loose track of time.... hence my writing time has been infringed upon!  

Don't worry... not only will the new look speak for itself, but I will make it up to you as well.  I have a few new things cooking up... Oh and then there will be my sister's up and coming visit.  That should give me something to write about... just think, I have not really had a good relationship since we were very young.  

God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth, and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.'   ~ Job 37:5-6  (NIV)

I am thankful for having the ability to see the difference between good and bad.

Blessings to all!!

211 days to go...

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