Well it's a beautiful day here in suburbia, possibly because it's the kids first day back to school and silence has reclaimed my home. Nothing wrong with Mom doing high-kicks in her minds eye as she waves the kids off at the door right? Of course if I really want to achieve a high-kick in real life I'd better get going with my weight-loss efforts. It's the beginning of getting routine back to normal and with it I'm implementing some new routines. I'm restarting my Motivated Monday articles. ...
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It’s Official, My First Book is Available! Mocktails Recipes #Mocktails&More
Well friends the time has finally arrived, I've finally done it! Get the fist pumping ready friends.......drumroll.......... I just hit PUBLISH on my first book! Can I get a woot woot? Ok, back to normal (yeah right as if this rosey glow anytime soon) but I'll try and lay it all out for you here because I'm super proud of this book which is my baby. This all began a few years ago when I was experiencing holiday gatherings without drinking for the first time since I had my ...
Malware, Car Accident & Stomach Flu All In One Week
It's been one of those weeks....one of those weeks when it feels like you must be in a really cheesy movie depicting a family who has no luck other than back luck. Last week began quite well, I think I may have tipped the scale when I commented to my husband that I was loving life. My hair has been looking fabulous, the girls are happy and I've been able to deal with life on life's terms....ah those innocent words I declared with such confidence! As the week rolled along I began to notice ...
10 Tips for Preparing for a Blogger Conference With Anxiety
For many people social events are something to look forward to but they are also something which bring about worry. These people aren't rare, there are many of us who experience panic in busy locations, stressful situations and many other reasons. I suffer from anxiety. I've written about my anxiety quite a few times here, sharing the dark place I end up at if/when a panic attack occurs. I've also shared some Tips to Stop an Anxiety Attack hoping it could help someone else. For people like ...
Apparently My Life Matters Thanks @Edenland For This Reminder
In the past few months I've been feeling like God is driving me to be of service to others and find meaning in everything... With each opportunity to serve I've felt an undeniable, burning desire to help which my own self-perceived inadequacies cannot overpower. Generally speaking I've been unable to commit myself to any cause on an ongoing basis, because I live with chronic pain I cannot predict how I'll feel each day but God just continues to provide me with options. Even when I have ...