The Journey Through

I joined (another) study tonight and I'm excited about mostly because I like the leader so much - she is a blessing to me and others in many, many ways.  The study is about learning to think differently about our health - what is our motivation to get into shape, be healthy, lose weight, etc?  Have you ever noticed that you go to a study group on a particular topic but find that what you are learning applies to so many other areas of your life?  I think that is what is going to happen with this study.  There was one statement tonight that someone said and I thought it was profound:
Going through a dark night of the soul experience isn't fun for anyone.  It can leave us confused, hurt or angry. There may even be times that we question God or our relationship with God.  I don't know what it is that you might be going through but I do know for sure that God is with you. He didn't cause it to happen.  He did promise to never leave us or forsake us.  You know what else?  You will see the light again.  Ask God for a glimmer.  I do that. He answers.  Every time. He delights to show Himself. Walking with you on the journey...

God didn't put us in the darkness, but He is with us in the darkness.

Hang on. This to shall pass.

How do we measure success?

So, I’m rethinking this eating right thing….I know what you are thinking….she is already giving up….No, I am just thinking how can I do this and be successful?  Well, how will I measure success with this?  If I measure it by looking great at the end of January, then I am doomed to fail.  But, if I look at it as a progression toward a healthy lifestyle change where I am eating is good for my body and my overall health is good, then that is much different.  I’m still pretty sad about the cheese thing though. 

Happy Pink New Year

I love to hang pink pretties from our light fixture....they are, of course, PINK.


I am looking forward to this pink new year. Not only is my attitude pink, but so is my planner!

Every year I put out a basketful of pink poinsettas that are lit up with tiny white Christmas lights...

Because I am choosing to start the year IN THE PINK, I thought that I would share with you some of the changes I am going to make with my PINK attitude.

One of the gifts that I got for Christmas is the book, “Eat Right For Your Blood Type.” I have heard about it, and it seems to make sense. Sadly, I should not have some of the things listed for my blood type such as cheese (sad), wheat (sadder), and coffee (saddest). That’s not to say that I am going to forever give these things up. NOOooo. My plan is to do this in January and then we’ll play it by ear…I do like to enjoy life. However, I will not be giving up coffee and the dollop of cream.
The next pink change I will be doing is posting more with my blog. By the way, how do you like the background? It is from the art of John William Waterhouse. I like it. The site where I got these graphics has some other wonderful graphics too – so hard to decide…which brings me to my next pink change…
Use what I have….yes, this will be a big pinker for me. You see, I have focus issues. I can hardly walk into Hobby Lobby and come out with only what is on my list…I seem to take detours as I hear certain sections of the store calling my name. Recently I have walked in their front doors saying, “Focus, focus, focus” to myself much like they did on the old Mervyns commercial (is that the right one) where the lady stands at the door and says, “Open, open, open.” It really works, you should try it. Another one of those weak places for me is any sale that is going on and that includes online AND thrift stores. How do they get rid of such fabulous items? I really do believe in the motto, “Another woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure.” I am not beyond dumpster diving – just ask some of my local art friends. In fact, because I am going to use what I have (and if you saw what I was talking about, you would shake your head), I plan on having several “creative” items to sell….hmmm….we’ll see.
Well, I’ve told you about my pink new year. I would love to hear about yours.

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