I have finally gotten every thing we need to start our school year in two weeks... I think I have almost everything!!! I am really excited about the new year, but after seeing how much more work there is to do compared to last year I think I may need to take an extra month off to fully prepare!!! I am amazed at how much more there is to learn this year. God help me!!! LOL
DS is looking forward to being in the third grade, but he has told me that he really likes summer vacation, too! LOL He's excited about all of our new books, folders, etc - I don't think reality has hit him just yet... that's probably a good thing! :-)
Besides getting ready for homeschool, I reopened my online store about a month ago so I've been really busy with that the last few weeks. It is going even better than before so far and I am having a lot of fun with it. It's always a little bit of work trying to get everything set up and going, but I know that eventually all my hard work will pay off. It's already picked up a bit just in the last week. I shipped 12 packages off this past Saturday!!! Praise God!!!
We are also in the process of finding a new house. If you pray today, please remember us during our search. We have found several houses we like, but we are really interested in one and hopefully if it's God's will we'll be able to get that one. It's a lot closer to hubby's work and would cut out over an hour and half of driving every day!!! We'll be able to see him more and the money we save in gas will be awesome, too!
Oh, did I mention that we have a new pet bird!!! I've never had one of these before, but honestly they're not much work at all. He's a blue parakeet named "Blue" and he's adorable. He was my mom's bird and she decided to give me an early "birthday present" so I ended up bringing him home a few weeks ago.
On a funny note, when we first saw the bird, my Mom had him in one cage and had another empty cage sitting over to the side. DS asked her why she had the empty bird cage and being silly, I told him that she had an imaginary bird. He seemed to be ok with that answer and I didn't think he had taken me seriously.
The next time we were visiting the empty bird cage was gone and DS asked my Mom what had happened to the invisible bird. Laughing , I told him that she had gotten it an imaginary cage and once again I thought he knew I was kidding.
Well, on the day my mother gave me Blue, DS asked her if she would be keeping the invisible bird and she told him he could have it! To this day, about a month later, he tells everyone that we have 2 birds and his bird sits underneath my bird cage. I didn't realize how serious he was until one day I put the bird food and grit underneath my cage and then he got upset and reminded me that his bird cage usually sat there!!! I moved the food and apparently his imaginary bird, Crush, has been sitting there ever since!!! LOL
Monday, July 23, 2007
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Update on Weight Watchers...
Well, it has been 2 months since I started Weight Watchers. After 8 weeks, I have lost a total of 12.6 pounds. I know that may not seem like a lot to some people, but when you're only 5 ft 2-1/2 inches it does make a big difference! LOL
I'm already fitting into smaller clothes and my BMI level has gone down over 2.5 points!!! And I'm on my way to being healthier and more fit!!! :-)
I am so glad that this actually works. Even if you don't exercise one week, if you stay within your point range, you still lose! Of course, if you do exercise you lose even more. I upped my two mile walk to a three mile walk twice this past week and I lost 2.4 lbs!
This program is a Godsend for me!!! Of course, alot of people will probably never realize the time it took to reach a point where I was disciplined enough to even start something like this. I actually prayed and fasted for months beforehand asking God to give me self control and the discipline I needed to get into better physical shape. I also asked Him to show me what to do and how to do it. And as always God came through for me and directed me to people I knew who got back into shape through WW and also He allowed me to discover Leslie Sansone videos and DVDs!!! These are actually the best workouts I've ever done and I actually enjoy doing them!
As for the reasons why I decided to seek God about getting back into shape, I believe it's His will for us to be healthy and physically fit. I know that God has big plans for me in the future and I know that there's no way I can do what He's called me to do if I am always feeling bad about myself or having physical problems that are caused by being an unhealthy weight. I do know that it's going to be a process, but now I am well on my way to reaching my goal simply because I stepped out in faith and did something about it.
I am loving Weight Watchers, exercising, starting to feel better about myself, etc. But as with any journey I go on, there have been a few bad days when I ate a little bit more than I should have or I started feeling like it's taking too long and I want to lose faster! I've noticed that these days only come around when I lose my focus and instead of looking at the big picture, I focus on that moment. I have learned that when this happens if I just remind myself of the reasons why I am doing this and I ask myself where do I want to be this time next year, I usually refocus and everything starts going smoothly again.
One thing that I've heard that really keeps me motivated is this: You are becoming today what you will be tomorrow! So when I want to sit down after walking only a mile, I remind myself that if I can hang in there for another 30 minutes or so, I will reach my goal even quicker. If I sit today, I'll still be sitting in the same place a year from now. But if keep on going today, only God knows where I can be tomorrow!!! :-)
I'm already fitting into smaller clothes and my BMI level has gone down over 2.5 points!!! And I'm on my way to being healthier and more fit!!! :-)
I am so glad that this actually works. Even if you don't exercise one week, if you stay within your point range, you still lose! Of course, if you do exercise you lose even more. I upped my two mile walk to a three mile walk twice this past week and I lost 2.4 lbs!
This program is a Godsend for me!!! Of course, alot of people will probably never realize the time it took to reach a point where I was disciplined enough to even start something like this. I actually prayed and fasted for months beforehand asking God to give me self control and the discipline I needed to get into better physical shape. I also asked Him to show me what to do and how to do it. And as always God came through for me and directed me to people I knew who got back into shape through WW and also He allowed me to discover Leslie Sansone videos and DVDs!!! These are actually the best workouts I've ever done and I actually enjoy doing them!
As for the reasons why I decided to seek God about getting back into shape, I believe it's His will for us to be healthy and physically fit. I know that God has big plans for me in the future and I know that there's no way I can do what He's called me to do if I am always feeling bad about myself or having physical problems that are caused by being an unhealthy weight. I do know that it's going to be a process, but now I am well on my way to reaching my goal simply because I stepped out in faith and did something about it.
I am loving Weight Watchers, exercising, starting to feel better about myself, etc. But as with any journey I go on, there have been a few bad days when I ate a little bit more than I should have or I started feeling like it's taking too long and I want to lose faster! I've noticed that these days only come around when I lose my focus and instead of looking at the big picture, I focus on that moment. I have learned that when this happens if I just remind myself of the reasons why I am doing this and I ask myself where do I want to be this time next year, I usually refocus and everything starts going smoothly again.
One thing that I've heard that really keeps me motivated is this: You are becoming today what you will be tomorrow! So when I want to sit down after walking only a mile, I remind myself that if I can hang in there for another 30 minutes or so, I will reach my goal even quicker. If I sit today, I'll still be sitting in the same place a year from now. But if keep on going today, only God knows where I can be tomorrow!!! :-)
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Reflections
I am beginning to realize how much of a reflection of God we are as Christians. If we claim to be a Christian, our lives, regardless of how we live them, are always a reflection on Him.
As Christians, aren't we supposed to reflect God to others, especially those who don't really know Him. If that is the case, then I wonder how others see God when they look at me???
Do they see a kind and gentle God or a God who is mean and harsh???
Do they see a God who is compassionate and forgiving or an uncompassionate and unforgiving God???
Do they see a God who is approachable and trustworthy or a God who will push people away and can't be trusted???
Do they see a God who sees the best in others or a God who is judgemental???
Do they see a God who will help those in need or a God who doesn't care???
Do they see a God who uplifts others or a God who puts others down???
Those are only a few of the questions I have been asking myself lately. But, the big question is when others look at my life, do they even see God??? Am I living a life that reflects Him or am I just another face in the crowd? Does the way I live my life make others want more of Him???
My hope is that my life would be pleasing to God and that I would be a wonderful example of God's heart. My prayer is that I would be used to draw others to Him and not drive them away!
As Christians, aren't we supposed to reflect God to others, especially those who don't really know Him. If that is the case, then I wonder how others see God when they look at me???
Do they see a kind and gentle God or a God who is mean and harsh???
Do they see a God who is compassionate and forgiving or an uncompassionate and unforgiving God???
Do they see a God who is approachable and trustworthy or a God who will push people away and can't be trusted???
Do they see a God who sees the best in others or a God who is judgemental???
Do they see a God who will help those in need or a God who doesn't care???
Do they see a God who uplifts others or a God who puts others down???
Those are only a few of the questions I have been asking myself lately. But, the big question is when others look at my life, do they even see God??? Am I living a life that reflects Him or am I just another face in the crowd? Does the way I live my life make others want more of Him???
My hope is that my life would be pleasing to God and that I would be a wonderful example of God's heart. My prayer is that I would be used to draw others to Him and not drive them away!
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
What A Great Weekend!!!
DS had a great birthday and our birthday celebrations lasted all weekend! We had the party on Saturday as planned and then we had a full day with family on Sunday as well.
The birthday party was a lot of fun! We started the party around noon and lasted until almost 5. After the party we took DS to Toys R Us where he got 2 Gameboy games with his birthday money. While he was there he also got his birthday crown and even though they were out of helium at the customer service counter, they tracked down a balloon for him. (I thought that was so sweet!!!) He did get a few Happy Birthdays from other shoppers and proudly wore his crown while I got to carry his balloon through the store.
After we left Toys R Us, DS wanted to eat at KFC. If you know DS, you know how sociable he can be so when we went into KFC he proudly (and loudly) announced that it was his birthday. LOL The manager just happened to be standing close by and gave him a free Kid's Meal! Way to go!!! LOL (I thought that was so sweet, too!)
After KFC and since it was so late, we offered to buy DS a DVD instead of going to the movies. He was all about getting a new DVD and ended up getting two older (and cheaper!) releases. His picks were The Spongebob Movie and The Pacifier. We let him stay up until 11:30 and watch the Spongebob movie while eating lots of popcorn.
The next morning, we went to church... which was AWESOME! If you want to visit a church that is awesome and the presence of God is truly evident then you should come to church with us one Sunday or Wednesday . God is really moving and wonderful things are happening!!! I have honestly never felt the power of God so strong as I did on Sunday morning. The presence of God was so heavy that I had a hard time even standing up!!! So again, if you are interested in being part of an awesome church, leave a comment or email me and I'll give you directions!!!
After church, we had to stop in at Walmart to pick up a few things for the barbecue that afternoon. My father in law and his wife showed up around 2. We had a great time with them, too!
We visited with family until almost 8 that night and then we emptied the pool and played with our puppy, Brisco, for awhile. We let DS stay up until after 10 and then we watched a little bit of tv before turning in for the night.
Overall, we had a GREAT weekend!!! We are all a little bit tired, but it was worth it. :-)
The birthday party was a lot of fun! We started the party around noon and lasted until almost 5. After the party we took DS to Toys R Us where he got 2 Gameboy games with his birthday money. While he was there he also got his birthday crown and even though they were out of helium at the customer service counter, they tracked down a balloon for him. (I thought that was so sweet!!!) He did get a few Happy Birthdays from other shoppers and proudly wore his crown while I got to carry his balloon through the store.
After we left Toys R Us, DS wanted to eat at KFC. If you know DS, you know how sociable he can be so when we went into KFC he proudly (and loudly) announced that it was his birthday. LOL The manager just happened to be standing close by and gave him a free Kid's Meal! Way to go!!! LOL (I thought that was so sweet, too!)
After KFC and since it was so late, we offered to buy DS a DVD instead of going to the movies. He was all about getting a new DVD and ended up getting two older (and cheaper!) releases. His picks were The Spongebob Movie and The Pacifier. We let him stay up until 11:30 and watch the Spongebob movie while eating lots of popcorn.
The next morning, we went to church... which was AWESOME! If you want to visit a church that is awesome and the presence of God is truly evident then you should come to church with us one Sunday or Wednesday . God is really moving and wonderful things are happening!!! I have honestly never felt the power of God so strong as I did on Sunday morning. The presence of God was so heavy that I had a hard time even standing up!!! So again, if you are interested in being part of an awesome church, leave a comment or email me and I'll give you directions!!!
After church, we had to stop in at Walmart to pick up a few things for the barbecue that afternoon. My father in law and his wife showed up around 2. We had a great time with them, too!
We visited with family until almost 8 that night and then we emptied the pool and played with our puppy, Brisco, for awhile. We let DS stay up until after 10 and then we watched a little bit of tv before turning in for the night.
Overall, we had a GREAT weekend!!! We are all a little bit tired, but it was worth it. :-)
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