Lifestyle changes

OK tomorrow starts a new day. Its time to get serious on my weight issues,again! I am so much stronger mentally and emotionally than I use to be, I actually feel pretty good about myself, so now its time to work on the outside. I know I can do it, I did it before,I just let personal problems, and my insecurities after my marriage splitting  up get in the way.Then I get so caught up in doing things I put myself last, that is going to change!I can make smarter food decisions and at least walk each day. Its not really just about the weight,its about feeling better, and being healthier and being around longer with my kids and grand-kids!They say people who are accountable to others when they are trying to lose weight do better, so I figured I would put myself out there. Its not a matter of knowing how to do it, I learned all that last time, its just a matter of doing it!So, tomorrow I make a lifestyle change,better,smarter choices!Anyone want to join me? Wish me luck!

A Fresh Day!

Today is the first day of the rest of your life! Have you ever heard that before? Well, if you think about it, it makes a lot of sense. You cannot go back, you cannot undo things that have happened in the past. However when your wake up to start the new day, it's like a fresh start! If you do not like the way you handled things the day before, or wish you had done something, and didn't, you get a new chance! We are not promised a moment, so remember that when you get upset with someone you care about. If you have a grudge, you can mend it, if there is something you needed to say, then today you can say it! Today starts the rest of your life, to live it like you should,to undo past mistakes and regrets..just make up your mind and do it! Why do we always have to be right? A lot of the disagreements I have had with people were over major difference of opinion. I may not agree with everything the people I care about say and do, but as I have gotten older, I realize I can tell them what I think and move on. They have to make decisions for themselves, I can tell them my opinion, I can pray for them , but then it's up to them. I refuse to let that stress me out! When I wake up every morning, I ask God to lead me, to allow me to make a difference in someones life. As I lay down to go to sleep at night ,I thank God for the day and  ask for forgiveness for the mistakes I made and for Him to watch over my loved ones. Remember when you get started , its a fresh day, live it like you want to,like you should!

New week end plans!

I am so excited, its my last Saturday to work before my sub starts! I cannot believe I will finally have ALL week end off! I have so many great week end ideas running around in my head..the first ..to go camping again! I can't wait to go back up to Morrow Mountain , set up the tent ,build a fire and relax! I love it up there,its so quiet and peaceful, so many times I have awoken to deer right outside my tent, birds chirping, and a nice cooling breeze! There is nothing like cooking out in the open, eating by a fire,or listening to the sounds of the night as you listen to the crackle of the fire! Long hikes in the woods, reading an awesome book in a hammock..Wow! I cannot wait! Nothing renews me faster than a long week end camping!
Then there are all those spring festivals and street fairs that I always miss! I love checking out the booths,looking for something unique, or a bargain buy!Munching on the food at the booths, from funnel cakes to hot dogs! Watching all the different people who go, it's a lot of fun! There's one all over the place ,Lexington, Southern Pines,Carthage,Goldston, and of course Cameron!In the fall all the church bazaars, are very similar, barbecue, canned goods, and all sorts of stuff! They always start early, and I am always at work! Well now, I get to go! Yay!!
Now also I have so many plans for the yard,with Rics bees coming and plans for milking goats next year there is a lot of work to be done!We have started, by planted more fruit trees, and bushes,and flowers and such,but there is still a lot to do, like getting fencing and putting it up,getting the small garden pond in for the bees,finishing my swing for the yard, and maybe getting meat chickens next spring to go along with the layers we have!It is right much work,but its a therapy of sorts too!
Then I also want to volunteer more,can a bunch of stuff this summer, and visit some of my relatives I have not seen in awhile. I also plan on spending a LOT of time with  Shannon,Chris and my grandchildren when they come in for a visit this August! So,yes I am a little excited about  my new work schedule and having all week end off and if I can get a third of this done I will be a happy girl! Have an awesome week end!

Disagreements

Its Friday! Its Friday! I still work Saturday, but you know what..It's Friday.!..lol I like being in a good mood, I like trying to look in the bright side of a situation. Its so much better than always seeing the doom and gloom of things! Sometimes I think some people see me as weak, as someone who does not stand up for themselves, and for a while I guess that may have  had some truth to it, but don't mistake me gathering my thoughts for complacency. I always try to look at every side of a situation. I try to see where the other person is coming from before I fly off the handle. I think it keeps me out of a lot of trouble!  I pick my battles, I weigh how much is it worth the battle, how much is it worth upsetting everyone,how much does it REALLY mean to me, how important it really is!If I can live without the hassle, if I can deal with things not going the way I think they should, then most of the time I let it go.. I may grumble a bit, or use someone close to me as a sounding board, but I will usually let it slide.However, if it pertains to my values or if I have strong beliefs on the subject, I won't! I will think of every approach I can to make my point. to convince you of how I think  things should go! Don't ever mistake someones quieter approach to a disagreement as them giving in, they just fight their battles a little differently! Next time you have a argument with someone,try waiting a moment before you respond. Consider how they feel and what is making them react the way they do, it will help you explain to them your point better , and it may save a relationship!  Just my  ramblings! Have an awesome day!

Mistakes

People make mistakes. We all do, its a way we learn, a way we become who we are, we all know that, we all expect that, but when we see someone we love making a mistake, what do you do? If you push them too hard you push them toward their mistake, if you ignore it, it seems like they take that as an OK..or as well I am getting by with this. So, how do you handle it? Do you sit back, let them work through it themselves? See it as something they have to do on their own? Do you jump in and try to handle it yourself? Its especially hard when others you know are close to them, people who know the right thing to do, are pushing them toward the mistake! It hurts, its like a betrayal of your faith in them. When your loved one knows their mistake, knows its wrong, is struggling with it themselves, then I think you have to have enough faith to let them figure it out, to a point. Talk to them, let them know how you feel, let them realize  it will never affect your love for them. If you know they are smart, that they have the right values, then they have to come to the end conclusion on their own. There truly is only so much you can do, and that is so HARD! You want to protect those you love, to take care of them and keep them safe, but sometimes you can't..its a hard lesson to realize!You just have to be able to wait and be there for them if they need you! Pray for them, for their strength, and wisdom, for Gods protection..that is something we all can do!I do not think we realize those we hurt when we make our mistakes, sometimes even those who are involved, those who are deep in the issue with us, are hurt,even if they don't see it at the time..We have to look at things, at all possible outcomes, at everyone involved and then make our decisions. We all  make mistakes, its a part of life,its what we do with the mistake when we think it through that matters..The right path is not the easy path, but its the path that builds character and  responsibility, These are just random ramblings from someone who has made her share of mistakes,and sometimes had to learn the hard way! Tell me, what do you think?!?!?!

Good moods

I am in a very good mood! The day started with an awesome breakfast of pumpkin pancakes, sausage and coffee. My friend in the hospital is out of ICU  and even though she will have a long road of recovery, she may be home by this week-end! My sub worked today and is working tomorrow, and in 1 week from  Saturday I will begin having my week-ends off again!!  My parents treated me to lunch at one of my favorite childhood places to eat. and Ric fixed our internet, so no more using a slow hot spot ! It is a beautiful day,the weather is great ..and we are going to get some planting done! The evening plans include a nice fire in the fire pit, a glass of red wine and good conversation! God is good!! Its funny how the simple things, like great food, and a fire, and a nice visit with your parents make your day! Its awesome how good it makes you feel knowing your friend is on the road to recovery! Hope your day is going as great as mine is!

Do it now!

I think most people plan,for the next day,the next week,the next year. We seem to put off making that phone call to clear up a misunderstanding,or to visit our parents,siblings,children,grandchildren or friends.We always seem to think we will get to it tomorrow,or next week. If I have learned anything lately I see we should not put off what we want to do or what we need to do.We are not promised a second a hour,a day!One day you are healthy,happy,full of plans ,the next your not.Of course we need to plan and save for the future,because you are right,you never know,but we need to say what we need to and do what we need to without postponing it! How many times have we seen and read in the paper or on television of someone who started their day as usual, but due to circumstances beyond their control didn't make it home? Life is short, its a quick stop  for us, we need to make the most of it! Don't wait til your old, and sitting in a rocking chair on the porch of the old folks home,thinking back over what you wish you said,or what you wish you did or who you wish you had helped!You might not get the chance anyway! If its in your mind,in your heart, and you know you need to do it..then DO IT!!!!!Just some random thoughts from my brain!!!