tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-347080352024-03-13T03:39:07.750-04:00The Gloriousness of CreationAs always, my purpose with this space is to share my thoughts and a message, or a word of encouragement for others to find comfort or a deeper understanding of something.
In the words of M. Gustave "You see, there are still faint glimmers of civilization left in this barbaric slaughterhouse that was once known as humanity." I can only hope that my blog, again repurposed and revived, can provide a glimmer of civility for the chaos and strife of our world.
Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-20482026856119235272013-01-21T00:56:00.002-05:002017-07-16T21:20:39.808-04:00How Bad Do You Want It?<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hi friends! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have to admit, staying away from this blog, sailing along with the same "insanity", hasn't done much for me! <span style="font-size: large;">Or for my <span style="font-size: large;">waistline!</span></span> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">T</span>hat is what I've been doing: <b>more of the same </b>in my health and especially my eating habits! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This week's games in the NFL (I am a football fanatic, btw!) makes me think. What exactly is it that brings a team to "championship" status? Are the champion teams really any better than all the other teams? Looking across the board, and comparing statistics of all the teams, you will find that each team has many "championship" aspects, or players. Of course<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>personally, being a die-hard fan, think the Broncos should have been where the Ravens are right now<span style="font-size: large;">: f</span>ighting it out for the championship status of the AFC. But, what we saw in the last few minutes of the Broncos/Ravens game last week just proved that the Ravens WANTED the win more! Right now, as I write this, Ravens and Patriots are going to show us which team WANTS that championship trophy more! Both teams, at this level are pretty evenly matched in skill and ability, so the decisive factor must be the DESIRE. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's the point of getting REAL with myself and you, my readers! Just how much do I WANT the changes I write about, dream about, hope to see. How decided am I that I will do what it takes: <b>whatever it takes</b> to MAKE my desired dreams a reality? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's my bottom line, or rather top, I hope! Two weeks ago I had my first "weigh in" of the new year. It had been over 6 months since I checked in on the scale. Back in May, when I was first tried Weight Loss Formula, I weighed in at 220 pounds. In the month of <span style="font-size: large;">June</span>, while taking Weight Loss <span style="font-size: large;">F</span>ormula, I lost 5 pounds, without dieting or changing any other thing about my habits or eating. Then I just stopped taking the supplements <span style="font-size: large;">regularly</span>. Because I did not develop a good habit then, and I continued to do what I had always done. Eating what I wanted, and saying I didn't understand why so many of my customers seemed to be so "obsessive" about their program or their weight. Of course, for me, I just put all the "truths" I was learning about how to be better, or healthier, or address my own weight on the back burner of my personal mind. I would deal with that later, right? I'm happy with who I am, and my size, right<span style="font-size: large;">?</span> </span></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZKO2Klpb4ihPKtDdZ80yQQ7McN5wy5YBsGFXLM_d-mznjZGcZXFrf4Y3fFpWKbwkwSvZTbZhFwpWBB6kFv73d5qnrJsuylQfntfWWX-GBilYVS0uhLve8ZEk_Q3ERmGq3J8ULZw/s1600/supermom.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZKO2Klpb4ihPKtDdZ80yQQ7McN5wy5YBsGFXLM_d-mznjZGcZXFrf4Y3fFpWKbwkwSvZTbZhFwpWBB6kFv73d5qnrJsuylQfntfWWX-GBilYVS0uhLve8ZEk_Q3ERmGq3J8ULZw/s320/supermom.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am not sure why, but my personal care habits have been lacking my entire life. Taking pills, or remembering regular supplement or vitamins, is something I just haven't done. Among all the other things about daily routines that some people just do without thinking about it<span style="font-size: large;">,</span> I just don't, and haven't built good routines around these things. I have worked hard, raising kids and caring for them. I try to meet all my obligations, which as a single mom, are pretty hefty. While this is not an excuse, it's just a fact of my life. And also not making an excuse, but I didn't have good examples duri<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">ng</span> my</span> upbringing to help me establish these habits either. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">So, all my adult life, I have been challenged to do simple things with regular routines or rebuild good habits to replace bad. Some things like remembering to shower regularly, wash my hair, do laundry on a regular schedule, wash dishes daily, wash my face and brush my teeth, take pills or medication regularly, eat at proper or appropriate intervals every day and sleep regular hours. All these things have been especially challenging to me, in my adult life. While many see me as fairly "high functioning", and perceive me to have it all together, as it were, but underneath that I know the areas where I neglect myself or my household. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms, sans-serif;">For years I have read FlyLady principles, even printing out the "control journal" from her website. I put the papers in a notebook, then put it on my shelf to gather dust and never referred back to it! I read her website, and signed up for her daily emails. I do like the concept of a shiny sink and getting "control" of my laundry, but making that a reality in my home is still a challenge. I have read several books on home organization, and home management. So now, you know </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms, sans-serif;">I have all this great info</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms, sans-serif;">rmation, but one thing is missing! </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> <span style="font-size: large;">This<span style="font-size: large;">, <span style="font-size: large;">along</span> with bet<span style="font-size: large;">ter diet and regular e<span style="font-size: large;">x<span style="font-size: large;">ercise<span style="font-size: large;"> is a</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">nother area where I get to decide: just how much do you WANT to be well? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's the facts of the first 20 days of January, when it comes to me and meeting my "resolutions"<span style="font-size: large;">:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">1<span style="font-size: large;">) </span> I have remembered to wash my face and use <span style="font-size: large;">moisturizer</span> every night since New Years, except one day. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">2) I have remember<span style="font-size: large;">ed to take <span style="font-size: large;">all my <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">supplements</span> every week<span style="font-size: large;">day<span style="font-size: large;">, and most of the doses on <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">weekend</span> days<span style="font-size: large;">,<span style="font-size: large;"> since New Years. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">This <span style="font-size: large;">consists of<span style="font-size: large;">:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span>3 do<span style="font-size: large;">ses of Weight Loss <span style="font-size: large;">Formula, one capsule <span style="font-size: large;">30 mins before each mea<span style="font-size: large;">l. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: large;">4 total capsules of Omega 3<span style="font-size: large;">-Tg Fish <span style="font-size: large;">Oil daily: 2 in AM and 2 in the PM<span style="font-size: large;">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> 2 Capsules of P<span style="font-size: large;">robiotic Formula before evening meals<span style="font-size: large;"> daily.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Some days, I take the supplements with my meals<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">, but this is <span style="font-size: large;">the way I help myself to remember to do it.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: large;">3) <span style="font-size: large;">Last weekend we hos<span style="font-size: large;">ted a <span style="font-size: large;">meeting at our home and spent the day Saturday cle<span style="font-size: large;">ani<span style="font-size: large;">ng up. <span style="font-size: large;">I got the kitchen <span style="font-size: large;">well clean and since Sunday <span style="font-size: large;">last, we have kep<span style="font-size: large;">t up with that, going to bed every single night with a clean kitchen and all the dishes washed.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: large;">4) I have remember<span style="font-size: large;">ed to drink more water and less of other<span style="font-size: large;">, more fattening drinks. I've had only <span style="font-size: large;">about 4 ounces of soda since the New Year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">C<span style="font-size: large;">hallenges--</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span>I <span style="font-size: large;">weigh<span style="font-size: large;">ed 229 pounds. </span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>I want to say that this is the highest </i></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">2) I still find myself challenged to change my habits around what I eat. I love flour, s<span style="font-size: large;">ugar, pasta, sweets, baked goods, whole milk, whole milk products<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">:</span> many things that I know <span style="font-size: large;">contribute to </span>my w<span style="font-size: large;">eight. Making the decision to abstain from these foods, or make healthier choices is still something I've yet to master.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">3) <span style="font-size: large;">Shopping is a challenge for me too, in deciding what to buy and cook for my<span style="font-size: large;">self and my family. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">4) I am also not doing well in eating regular mea<span style="font-size: large;">ls and<span style="font-size: large;"> at regular times, <span style="font-size: large;">especially</span> on <span style="font-size: large;">weekends</span>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">And <span style="font-size: large;">I have not done well with eating breakfast<span style="font-size: large;">: the most important meal of the day.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">These are the t<span style="font-size: large;">hings I want to do to <span style="font-size: large;">realize the <span style="font-size: large;">dream of a h<span style="font-size: large;">ealth<span style="font-size: large;">ier me! <span style="font-size: large;">And, I am taking those "b<span style="font-size: large;">aby steps" towards <span style="font-size: large;">this <span style="font-size: large;">des<span style="font-size: large;">tination. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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I also hope you will <span style="font-size: large;">share with me in comments about your accomplis<span style="font-size: large;">h<span style="font-size: large;">me</span>nts or challenges too! <span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>I</b></i> wrote earlier about the importan<span style="font-size: large;">ce of accountability and ha<span style="font-size: large;">ving someone to help you in this area.<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">My goal is to lose 50 <span style="font-size: large;">poun<span style="font-size: large;">ds this year! What <span style="font-size: large;">do you t<span style="font-size: large;">hin<span style="font-size: large;">k? Will I make it happen? Just one day at a time, one decision at a time, one st<span style="font-size: large;">ep at a time<span style="font-size: large;">, <span style="font-size: large;">I'll make it. Even if <span style="font-size: large;">I don't reach my goal weight, I trust that the <span style="font-size: large;">changes I make will be f<span style="font-size: large;">elt and appreciated! </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> I declare that I am doing this all for very sel<span style="font-size: large;">fish reasons! 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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hello again! How is your week going so far? I was hoping to have a few more readers at this point! I suppose that will come. But, with over 700 friends on FB, I had thought that at least 10% of them would want to read my blog! If you're reading, and perhaps like what you read, would you be willing to share it on your FB page? You never know who you might reach! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I had also hoped that more might have some comments on my previous posts. What do you think about my idea? Is there some magic, "miracle" formula for success? Or is it really as simple as those who DO, succeed? What do you think has been missing from your actions for you to experience success? Do you have some unmet goals that you have dreamed of achieving? Do you have a plan to help you reach your goal? </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have always been a big dreamer. That's no problem. But, when it comes to translating the desire, or the dream, into a fire which kindles action to achieve what I desire: well I must admit I seem to be challenged in this particular area. How about you? Do you have specific formulas for success? </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">It seems like we joke a lot this time of year about making "resolutions" and breaking them. So, if we don't keep the things we resolve, how can we really call them "resolutions"? Maybe they are really "dreams" or "wishes". Or, even just idle thoughts? The things we say we "ought" or "should" do, but in reality we don't really WANT to do them! Change is hard! And even though we may all realize that the changes we dream of are for the better and are things we "ought" to do, we still cannot seem to see them happen. So, rather than make resolutions and break them and have the guilt, we simply decide not to "resolve" anything. Imagine what would happen if we had a "new year's day" every single day! What if we could just face each new day with that new "resolve" and decide that yesterday is over, and we only have this day to keep our resolutions? <span style="font-size: large;">Instead we can decide that <span style="font-size: large;">j</span></span>ust for today, I will strive to keep the things I resolve. That way, if we've made a resolution and then failed to keep it, we can simply have a "new year" the next day to start fresh again! What do you think?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Here I am at the start of another new year, and facing that "dust" under the rug in my mind. The idea that I really OUGHT to take my health, and keeping healthy, seriously and a dream of a healthier me. I have never really cared much about my weight, and never really understood why it seems like a bit of an obsession to some women. By "obsession" I mean that the better part of their daily lives are focused on it<span style="font-size: large;">:</span> getting on the scale every single day, analyzing every single pound and counting every single calorie. <span style="font-size: large;">Seems they are a</span>lways feeling guilty or inadequate or not pleasing to themselves or others because of their physical size. I have always felt very comfortable in my "skin", even as a "big, beautiful wom<span style="font-size: large;">a<span style="font-size: large;">n</span></span>.<span style="font-size: large;">"</span> <span style="font-size: large;">I have</span> accepted who I was, what I was, and the size I was as just me! And I never really felt the need to spend my every waking moment worrying about my size, or what <span style="font-size: large;">I chose to</span> eat. As I ordered my coffee with whole milk and whipped cream, I would proudly say, "You only live once!" I mean, you might as well live and enjoy life, right?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8S1T-BKsIbWr3h31JTJrXh9W5glt99QaMoueNcFOz4Q7r8679kaEedAnJKxAhBuPho9f0A8dCZJ4t_z-k6QJXAg4WX9XXH0yLuOdoRGstm9X0fh8P4S8kHs1eCm-gLFbQfENf0g/s1600/bbbwonderwoman.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8S1T-BKsIbWr3h31JTJrXh9W5glt99QaMoueNcFOz4Q7r8679kaEedAnJKxAhBuPho9f0A8dCZJ4t_z-k6QJXAg4WX9XXH0yLuOdoRGstm9X0fh8P4S8kHs1eCm-gLFbQfENf0g/s320/bbbwonderwoman.jpg" width="228" /></a></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm also a busy mom! I know I have readers who will understand this! My needs always come second to that of my kids. <span style="font-size: large;">Also, <span style="font-size: large;">w</span></span>orking in health care, it was even more so. The kids, the clients, the work, the friend in need: all these things come first before taking care of me. I've been so busy with working full time, meeting the needs of the kids, I find that I might go days without doing simple personal care. I know it really sounds bad, but there were times when I couldn't remember the last time I washed my hair, or brushed my teeth! I think I do a super job of keeping my kids, and I'm a great employee and compassionate care giver, but I fail in providing what I need for myself! Do I deserve better? You bet I do! When I learned that <span style="font-size: large;">regarding my</span> my abusive marriage, I did take action to make a change<span style="font-size: large;"> and get out of the relationship. It took <span style="font-size: large;">some time though and later I <span style="font-size: large;">asked myself what took me so long! </span></span></span> When we faced a crossroads, I took a risk to move across country and start a new life in a new community. So, what about today and exactly what is holding me back from just <span style="font-size: large;">doing</span> what I need to do to care for m<span style="font-size: large;">yself</span> now? </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I hope maybe my rantings today might strike a chord for you. I also hope that you will share your thoughts on the subject. When we sweep our dreams and goals under the rug, rather than keep them out in open, on the front burner of our lives, who loses? When we go on, day to day, doing what we've always done because its easy or comfortable, what is the ultimate price we pay? Maybe there is more<span style="font-size: large;"> to a good life: </span>more comfort, more pride, more success and its just a firm decision away! Maybe I deserve to be the best I <span style="font-size: large;">can</span> be, instead of just what I am! What do you think?</span></span><br />
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Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-85493779942082426602013-01-06T23:13:00.000-05:002013-01-07T01:17:41.385-05:00Do you want to change?<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I hope you're still with me. I didn't hear from any readers about yesterday's post. No one had any thoughts or ideas about my recent discourse? I want to encourage my readers to share, so please feel free to comment on any of my posts this year! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Yesterday we talked about the difference between the "haves" and the "have nots" in the sense that many folks make excuses instead just deciding to "DO IT"! To continue that thought, I also think that something that makes the difference for success is not only a mindset, but also what we say. Many don't realized the power of positive thought and speech! When they say, "I'll TRY" instead of "I'm just gonna DO this!" We have already made a determination when we can say, "I WILL", rather than, "I'll TRY".</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now it's time to get personal! About six months ago, as I began my work with RealDose, I had the opportunity to try our primary product, Weight Loss Formula No 1. I started taking it, but not regularly<span style="font-size: large;">,</span> for about a month. In that time, I did see about 5 lbs weight loss. But, then I just sort of stopped taking it, because I had not established a good habit with it. <span style="font-size: large;">E</span>ven though I was now learning more about diet and the importance of a healthy eating program, I somehow did not find myself motivated to make any changes to mine. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">How many times I had heard myself or others say "I wish", while waiting for some miraculous change in their circumstances? We all have dreams and desires, but how do we turn the dream into reality? And more importantly, what are we willing to sacrifice to make our dreams come true? Are we willing to change something, or even everything, to make it happen? R<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">ealistically</span>, <span style="font-size: large;">j</span></span>ust how much do we want it?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">So, let's review! As I shared yesterday, the difference between success and failure is as simple as deciding, right? Once you set your mind to just DO something, you can get it done! But then success can still elude you as you determine just how much you really want it? <span style="font-size: large;">A</span>s you also decide how much you're willing to sacrifice, or how much effort you're willing to put forth to achieve that goal, the end result must be dependent upon how much you really WANT to succeed. </span></span></div>
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Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-12357767453965445632013-01-05T02:54:00.000-05:002013-01-06T00:32:03.848-05:00A New Year, A New Resolve?<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><b>THERE IS NO TRY!</b></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">Wow! It sure has been some time since I posted anything new here. I guess I should apologize to those who expected to read more encouragement from me. I am sorry that I sort of let you down by not posting here for over a year. Maybe, if some of my readers are still around, you will take a minute with me again. My new resolve for 2013 is to keep up with posting here more often. I am going to stop waiting for something incredibly "profound" to strike my sense, though! So, get ready to read more often, yet, maybe more "mundane" content! It's going to be more the day to day, maybe even checking in or creating accountability with readers! I hope you will stick with me and comment! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have been thinking about this for some time now. I have a wonderful new job for a great company: RealDose Nutrition. Our main product is Weight Loss Formula No 1, which is an herbal supplement to assist those with their weight loss program. I have been working in caring for our customers now for 8 months, and I LOVE my work! I love being a helping, concerned customer service person, who wants to really help people make their lives healthier and happier. Sometimes, I get a bit frustrated, which, if you've ever done any customer service type work, I know you understand! I said this months ago however, to my boss, that working with RealDose would not only change the financial and work side of my life, but everything in my life as well! The interesting thing about this is do I really WANT the changes?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have been learning a LOT about diet, nutrition, our products and how the use of supplements can improve mood, overall health and impact wellness. I have also learned and studied quite a bit lately about the use of drugs, pharmacological treatments and the devastating use of these drugs, essentially chemicals, on life and health of many.
So, this is where this blog comes in. I talk to so many people every day. People in every age group, and size, and state of health and mind. Many have chronic health conditions, and have been told they must lose weight to help that. These also seem to be the folks who say they a "tried" so many things to lose weight, and are still struggling. Many want to just stay fit and trim, or maintain their weight and fitness. Some seem to have a penchant, if you will, for any "natural" gimmick or new fad. They watch Dr Oz and take pretty much everything he says as "gospel", so they are open to trying new things. Our product appeals on a lot of levels, but I am discovering that it doesn't seem to "fit" everyone that buys it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">One thing that has been on my mind a lot is how our customers seem to divide into two very distinct groups of people. First, there are the people who purchase our product, fully understanding that it can help them lose weight, and really expecting that to happen. However, they also chose to make healthier choices in their diet and lifestyle, along with using Weight Loss Formula. So, they faithfully use our product as recommended, and do all the things we also recommend in our guideline to healthy eating. When they make that decision, they usually have good things to report to us within a few months of use. One of the best parts of my job was being assigned to work on the testimonials that we have received from happy customers. <br /><br />This realization, along with my own personal ideals, brought a lot of insight into this "truth", as it were: that those who had approached buying and using our product with the resolve to do what was necessary to change old habits, did meet their goals or were on their way to meeting their weight loss goals. Many have also reported how much better they felt too, not just as a result of using our product, but just about what they had accomplished!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">Now this brings me to the other distinct group. I do all aspects of customer service: I not only take customer calls for sales, but also for support and complaints. Since our product has a full, money back guarantee, we do hear from a fairly good number of people seeking a refund. When they contact us, we do try to do everything we can to help them understand that our product is not a "miracle pill", which magically takes off the weight, without their making any other changes to their lifestyle. We always try to talk them into staying the course, continuing to work on their program and maybe try to refer them to our one on one coaching program for additional support. Some customers are receptive to this, and decide to keep working at it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">I also realized that this pretty much sums up the whole of our society, or our humankind. You can find these two types of folks in pretty much every walk of life. The first group are the "go to", "GUNG HO" group. Nothing holds them back, once they have set their minds on something! They decided to make it happen, and they are willing to do whatever it takes now to be successful and attain their goals. Then there is the second group. For lack of a better word, they are simply "lazy". In truth, their ability or skills are probably no less than the first group. The only difference between them is a simple thing called "motivation". Also, a healthy amount of desire, resolve, tenacity and faith, and a dash of humor!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since it is getting quite late, I will go ahead and post this "installment" for today. I want to continue on this subject tomorrow<span style="color: #b00000;"> <span style="color: black;">and</span></span> to tell you about what all this has really taught me about myself, as well! I will also share what all this great insight may hold for the coming days and month, and throughout this wonderful new year! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span>Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-41633422616152148372011-05-14T20:19:00.011-04:002017-07-16T23:05:25.590-04:00Do Not Give Way to Fear<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br />
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<span style="color: #20124d;"><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;">" Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to adorn themselves. They submitted themselves to their own husbands, like Sarah, who obeyed Abraham and called him her lord. You are her daughters if you do what is right and do not give way to fear."</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;">~~ 1 Peter 3:6</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Peter writes here to exhort the women to not be overly focused on their outward appearance, but to prepare themselves spiritually. This Word stood out to me in response to the recent conversations on one of my message boards. One member expressed this concern: "I'm too worried about what others will think of me". Where does this anxiety come from? It is our human desire to feel accepted and a sense of belonging with others. There comes a time, however, that we as believers must understand that we are not part of this world. We may live in it for a time, but we do not have to conform to its ways. When we face anxiety like this, we must seek Him and His will for us. We have been called out to live our lives "set apart" and holy for Him.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">When we fully understand our heritage through Him, we can allow Him to take all our fears and anxieties. Therefore, we have nothing to worry about. Our Messiah told us we may have to be separated, even from family, through our faith. But, we have a much bigger inheritance through Him! I believe we are coming into times when we will be tried and we will have to answer to where we stand: either with Him or with the world. Even in the seemingly insignificant things, like wearing covering or modest dress, we are standing on our convictions and taking action regarding our beliefs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yes, many will argue that it's not that important. That He knows the condition of our hearts and that's all that matters and that we are covered by grace and mercy through Him. And that it is not by works that we are "saved". No question that our Savior did that work for us, and through our profession of faith, we are saved! Yet, throughout scripture, we are also given instruction for living lives in obedience to Him, and not giving ourselves over to the world and evil. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large; font-style: italic;"><span style="color: blue; font-weight: bold;">"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Why is what we wear important? I mean what’s the big deal about covering? Well, I thought about all the ways He has changed me and given me strength to be courageous for Him. The belonging I have in Him!</span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;">"But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light."</span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In fully realizing our true identity, through Him, comes peace, love and in understanding this love we cast out all fear. You can read in the second chapter of Acts and see how the Spirit transformed the man who was called "Simon" in the gospels, into the strong and powerful "foundation of the church", the man "Peter". It's an incredible witness to see this change from the man who denied knowing Messiah three times to one who was willing, even unto death, to boldly witness to the truth of who He is! (<span style="font-style: italic;">Read Acts 2:14-41</span>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What is our witness? How shall we walk in our daily lives to witness to those who haven't heard or fully realized Him? Are we willing to live today fully devoted to Him? Sometimes I feel as though many believers today are filled with fear. They are afraid of not being liked, or not accepted by others. Or they are afraid of offending others or being considered "radical" or even "crazy". We put our faith in its neat, little compartment, which we only open on the day we choose for worship, or church attendance. Then we go right back to the world and the rest of our living, having shut the box up for another week. We certainly don't want to mix the two or bring any apologetics or "religion" to our weekly duties!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our witness requires more than lip service or the obligatory motions we make because "I was raised that way". I believe He is calling us all to go deeper with Him. To submit our every waking hour to Him, not just through weekly observances and rituals. It's knowing that our every breath depends upon Him and He becomes as important to us as the very air we breath! And when we can completely give ourselves and everything about our lives over to Him, He rewards us with "perfect peace" and casts away all our fears through His love! We can speak His word with confidence no matter the day or hour!</span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">"For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I want to encourage you all to go deeper with Him. Allow yourselves to be completely given over to His will for you and your daily lives. If this submission includes making the decision to cover, that is wonderful for you! Rejoice in this as your opportunity to make an outward sign of your heart which has become His heart within! And speak boldly when asked about how He has changed your life and heart! Speak of His love and do all you can to spread that love to all you meet. When we can all do this, imagine how His glory will be revealed in the darkness of the world!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: blue;">"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.</span></span></span></div>
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See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ."</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With much love to all my sisters in the faith!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZnwOEWmAusvi_CuSO5VVKgbLThuwpMHBqlWtS8clsC1SQ4qMYWYbLTK5B09GkbP4emKaLKxliI09Iw3Olkm4Wv14oGQbpQvDfOf6eJzZj5l_6b5xBaa6-fFjcrlZuEeuN5QMsw/s1600/josh19.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" height="320" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606734386442325810" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZnwOEWmAusvi_CuSO5VVKgbLThuwpMHBqlWtS8clsC1SQ4qMYWYbLTK5B09GkbP4emKaLKxliI09Iw3Olkm4Wv14oGQbpQvDfOf6eJzZj5l_6b5xBaa6-fFjcrlZuEeuN5QMsw/s640/josh19.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a></span>Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-43515378770016520742010-08-20T21:50:00.005-04:002017-07-16T23:14:20.429-04:00Focus is Everything!<span style="font-size: medium;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><i><b style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #351c75;">"The key to successfully climbing mountains doesn't actually have to do with the difficulty of the mountain or the skill of the climber. It's about the One who made both mountain & climber. God is bigger than our biggest problem and God is not limited by our weaknesses. If we focus on God instead of our troubles and shortcomings, we can do whatever it is God has called us to do." </span></b>-</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><i>-Kari Myers</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;"><i>"During the fourth watch of the night Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. "It's a ghost," they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them:</i></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;"><i><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">"Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid."</span></i></span><br />
<a catch="catch" e="e" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNolUzqt34i-J8tXwyrYno_oMUpR2tTyq8jVe4BKD5SgoqLauvUGuI-XvV6n0BrKFifGDr-nkN5zfnAxAmmyfTwL4D6vFjoOp0ydSndBRKJJAOlec1O1MqB0H0pzd8-REf7dGgdQ/s1600/walking_on_water_jekel_s.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="400" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507675443514906226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNolUzqt34i-J8tXwyrYno_oMUpR2tTyq8jVe4BKD5SgoqLauvUGuI-XvV6n0BrKFifGDr-nkN5zfnAxAmmyfTwL4D6vFjoOp0ydSndBRKJJAOlec1O1MqB0H0pzd8-REf7dGgdQ/s400/walking_on_water_jekel_s.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="400" /></a><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;"><i>"Lord, if it's you," Peter replied, "tell me to come to you on the water."</i></span><span style="font-size: large;"></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;"><i style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: red;">"Come,"</span> he said.</i><br /><i style="font-size: x-large;">Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, "Lord, save me!"</i><br /><br /><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. </span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;">"You of little faith,"</span> he said, <span style="color: red;">"why did you doubt?"</span></span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Isn't is amazing how many times we lose our focus? This world has so many distractions! When you're striving to attain something powerful or amazing in your walk with Him, do you seem to find that you are suddenly plagued by circumstances or situations which take your focus from your goal? I know I do! And looking back upon it, I am always struck by how easily I seem to relinquish my thoughts to that which is futile or really outside of my control. I want to remain focused upon my Heavenly Father: concentrated upon His promises for me. But, somehow, I allow myself to get distracted by all the cares and concerns of the world, just like Peter, who lost his sight of our Lord being distracted by the wind and waves. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is especially difficult to remain focused upon Him when our particular storm is hurtful. It seems all we can think about is how much that person or situation has hurt us. We spend all our time thinking about how we feel, or asking ourselves why, or how others can be so callous and uncaring. If we allow our thoughts to be overwhelmed with the pain we experienced, or the anger and resentment we might feel, we clog our spirit and stop the flow of His love and mercy towards us, and our ability to give that to others. Too much time in this state and that seed of resentment becomes unforgiveness, sometimes held even against ourselves. Then, instead of allowing ourselves to walk on water with Him, we spend our spiritual life swimming through mud, struggling to reach Him and the peace He has promised us.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I found my focus was lost or redirected by the hurt felt by another person. I have a hard time accepting that people would take advantage of someone disabled or lacking healthy discernment. I experienced this in the past week: someone I care about was sorely mislead and robbed. Most would say "Well, he should have known better!" But he was lured into the hoax by his loneliness and a deep desire for love in his life. Although he may have had a nagging that all was not as it seemed, his dream took over and he decided to live in the fantasy he'd created instead. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Seeing his hurt when he was made to realize that his dream would never come true was painful for me. It brought me completely down to the level of the perpetrator, in that I lost sight of my Heavenly Father. My every waking moment was consumed with the problem, thinking of ways to get back or at least get some justice out of the situation for several days. How many times have we lost sight of Him in an attempt to fight the battle that He promised to fight for us?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Or we lose sight of Him when we are set upon by our own fears and doubts. Doubting our abilities and talents: the talents the He gifted us with, we seem unable to give of ourselves, or set out on that climb to a higher place. Even though He promises us a life improved or a dream realized, we fear falling or maybe failing. </span><br />
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Are you struggling with fears or unforgiveness towards yourself or others? </span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Do you feel as though you're swimming through mud in your spiritual walk? </span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Do you feel as though those dreams or goals you want to accomplish are being stalled because you have lost your focus?</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;">I like what Brother Lawrence relayed on this subject through his conversations back in the 17th century in France. It was noted that, </span><span style="color: red; font-size: large; font-style: italic;">"In times as troubled as today, Brother Lawrence, discovered, then followed, a pure and uncomplicated way to walk continually in God's presence."</span><span style="font-size: x-small;">*(1)</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He learned the joy of a pure, contemplative life and lived it to the fullest. Here is what he said on the subject of focus:</span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">"We should feed and nourish our soul with high notions of God which would yield us great joy in being devoted to Him.</span></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">He said we ought to quicken and enliven our faith. It was lamentable we had so little. Instead of taking faith for the rule of their conduct, men amused themselves with trivial devotions which changed daily. He said that faith was sufficient to bring us to a high degree of perfection. We ought to give ourselves up to God with regard both to things temporal and spiritual and seek our satisfaction only in the fulfilling of His will. Whether God led us by suffering or by consolation all would be equal to a soul truly resigned.</span></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;">He said we need fidelity in those disruptions in the ebb and flow of prayer when God tries our love to Him. This was the time for a complete act of resignation, whereof one act alone could greatly promote our spiritual advancement.</span></span></span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-style: italic;"><i>He said that as far as the miseries and sins he heard of daily in the world, he was so far from wondering at them, that, on the contrary, he was surprised there were not more, considering the malice sinners were capable of. For his part, he prayed for them; but knowing that God could remedy the mischief they did when He pleased, he gave himself no further trouble."</i></span> </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;">*(2)</span></span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: large;">How do we get back to where we want to be? Prayer! He gave me my answer today through those subtle ways He has of speaking to us, IF we are really hearing Him. First, I read the devotion which came in the mail for my client to her early this morning. This was a powerful thought, which I felt compelled to post to my Facebook page when I read it. Then it got me thinking all day about how easily I lost focus this week, drawn into the current storm. Then, as I was driving home this evening, I heard a wonderful song on an old CD. I've probably heard it at least a dozen times, but He spoke to my spirit through it today! I REALLY heard it! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is the key, the prayer of surrender for our lost souls, our lack of focus and our overwhelming fears. I'll close with the words.</span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's the lyrics, written by Bryan Duncan and what might be our prayer each and every day, and most especially when we have lost our focus!</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: red; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-style: italic;">Open up my eyes, I pray<br />Lord, for just a little glimpse of you<br />That's all I need, it's all I've ever needed<br />To see beyond myself, beyond this tiny, little world<br />All your hands have made<br />With beauty and strength alone<br />I can see you comin' to me now<br />Oh, like a shimmerin' light<br />Shimmerin' light on an open sea<br />Barefoot on the water<br />Laughin' at the ocean<br />Like you were old friends<br />Callin' out my name<br />Saying join me now<br /><br />Help me cut these bonds where I keep my spirit tied<br />All safe and dry<br />Safe and dry, but so afraid<br />Let me come to you<br />Let me run to you<br />With my heart still beating<br />Beating in my throat<br />With my sweaty palms and mouth so dry<br />Shakin' 'til I can't stand still<br /><br />All I'm askin' is to let me cross<br />That great divide between you and I<br />Only you can take me there<br />So take me there, yeah!<br /><br />Strollin' on the water<br />High over every care<br />Strollin' on the water<br />Sinking no longer<br />Let me rise above the high tide<br />I can do it, I'll do it, yeah<br />I know that you said, "follow me" <br /><br />"Just let the water flow, let it go, <br />oh, keep your eyes on me, feel alive <br />Try turning circles, yeah<br />Bend your knees and wave your hands up high,<br />You feel the wind in your hair, <br />With your eyes closed,<br />Take a breath of fresh air, <br />Feel the mist on your toes,<br />Look where we are!"<br /><br />Strollin' on the water<br />High over every care<br />Strollin' on the water<br />Sinking no longer<br />Let me rise above the high tide<br />I can do it, I'll do it yeah,<br />I know where my strength comes from."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Just follow Him and keep your eyes on the prize!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Hard to believe it's been over a year since I had any contributions to make to this blog. And so much has happened since then! There have been some tough lessons learned, strife and testing. All the while, there was a lot of painful experiences to travel through. This Word now touches my heart to the core, because I have chafed under His discipline over this year. Now, looking back, I'm thankful for the watchfulness of His love, the eternity of His mercy, and the abundance of His blessings in my life and spirit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The journey of discovery is far from complete, but I have a peace about traveling this road today which I'm sure comes from His Spirit. Learning every day to let go of myself, my struggle and strife and give it up to His control is the key. I'm not completely there yet in developing this habit, I am getting better at it. Creating in me a discipline of total surrender to Him is a slow and steady climb. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There's a reward at the end of the effort, though! It's the rest in His tender arms and knowing that His strength keeps me going. There has also been the discovery of daily miracles of providence; proof of my Jehovah Jireh, "My Provider" tending to all of our needs! This helps us arrive at a place of constant praise for all He has done and continues to do in our lives!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Even though my journey over these past months required me to let go of dreams and expectations, I am learning to accept that He has bigger things in store for me than I could ever dream or hope. There is nothing easy about losing relationships, either through divorce or death. There can be comfort in the loss when we choose to believe that He will make right what has been wrong. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: large;">These are the words to help soothe our hearts and minds when strife meets our path. These words and the evidence of His hand in our lives, even in the worst of times, will light our way to bring us home to rest in Him and His peace. Praise Him!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="font-family: "georgia";"><b><span style="font-family: "lucida grande";"><i>Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?"</i></span> </b> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms"; font-size: 85%;"><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "lucida grande";">~~ </span></span></i>Matthew 6:28-30</span></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms";"></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Bill has a garden growing in the back yard. He's planted tomatoes, which are now almost like trees, and have tons of tomatoes. One is about the size of his fist. He got a squash plant from our friends, but when the fruit started growing out round, he thought maybe it was a watermelon plant. Then he found that there are round zucchini plants. We also have beans, which he planted late and we're finally harvesting some which went into the potato soup I made tonight. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We bought some marigold plants on sale at wal-mart and they look great in bright yellow. In between the rows of marigold, he planted seeds that he thought were marigold. The plants are now over three feet high and most definitely not marigolds! They have buds on them now and are going to flower any day. I'm disappointed because we may have a frost tonight and I hope it doesn't hurt them before they have a chance to bloom. I've been so anxious to see just what kind of flower they are. I need to remember HIS words to us and have faith that God will clothe the plants in splendor soon.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This week I had to answer to earthly "powers that be" about how we're making our ends meet. It is so hard to put on paper the fact that many times we are completely supported by the grace of God. When you actually put it in black and white (hopefully no red there!), I see that daily we have much to rejoice for. While the world considers us well below the poverty level, I see myself as so rich in blessing every day.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Perhaps we need another perspective or definition of "wealth" in our busy, materialistic world. In Christ's day, they thought of wealth as ownership of property, livestock, fine garments, and a large family. Things have changed since then in that our family and offspring are no longer considered by society as a sign of a "wealthy" person. I think this is sad, because it is our children who will become our legacy. And He, in His wisdom, gives a divine appointment to take up the occupation of rearing children. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Since our society has allowed individuals to take control of their reproduction, large families have are now considered a burden. Additionally, those who "choose" to have more children are put down in the minds of most as irresponsible. Or, in the case of poor families who rely on state support, our society calls them "leeches"; feeding off our government support programs and having more children in order to profit from tax payers.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Today's Rocky Mtn News had point/counterpoint commentaries about the amendment on the ballot next month to raise our minimum wage. The article against really made me think. I began to imagine a world in which our wage was determined by our dependents, rather than by our education or experience. Would people put off having a family to complete 10 yrs of school and obtain a medical degree if they knew that once employed they would only be paid the standard wage for one person? Would I be able to find an employer willing to hire me who would have to pay me the wage assigned to an adult with four children at home? It's an interesting theory.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The good news is that God knows what He's appointed me to do, and who to care for. And in His time and wisdom, He always provides just what I need, when I need it to complete the work He's given me to do. I don't have to worry about the world's ways, knowing that God will "assign my wage" for me to accomplish His tasks. One of those tasks is that while I'm in the process of explaining our provision to those who are in darkness, may God also give me opportunity to glorify Him and be a witness to His goodness.</span></span><br />
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "lucida grande"; font-size: x-large;">"And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus."</span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms";"></span>Ruth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278747106418115850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34708035.post-1158706234513910832006-09-19T18:23:00.000-04:002017-07-16T22:24:07.009-04:00Welcome to the Web!<br />
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<span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="color: #20124d; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #663333;">Wow! What a wonderful place this "world wide web"! Within minutes anyone with the desire can become a "published" author! </span><br /><span style="color: #663333;"></span><br /><span style="color: #663333;">I'm just thrilled to be able to share with the world that which clutters my mind. I hope you may find it not "dull". My daily mind-set seems to me full of excitement. Although, too, there are times when I wish for a bit less chaos. I suppose it's in the chaos that we can begin to appreciate quiet and steady times. When we long for them; seek them out, perhaps we can find a respite from the storm. Even if that rest is only in words like, "Come unto me....", or "...and the peace that passes understanding keep your hearts and minds....".</span><br /><span style="color: #663333;"></span><br /><span style="color: #663333;">During your chaotic times, what keeps your spirit calm in the storm? I would love to begin a meditation of the subject. How do we really know the "peace that passes understanding"? How is this obtained?</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #20124d; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #663333;">I hope this blog will not just be my own little "soapbox" in cyberville. I would love to hear from friends, mentors, family and anyone with an idea who is willing to share. It's such a thrill to me to be connected in this way with the inner thoughts of so many others. Perhaps this "moment" of excitement can also be a moment that brings encouragement to struggling souls or those with something to encourage. Overall, my goal is for my blog to bless others.</span></span><span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="font-family: "georgia";"><span style="color: #333300;"><span style="color: #20124d; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I hope this can be a blessing to you and, </span></span></span></span><br />
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