Reasons or Excuses????

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Just 11 short months ago I was a completely different person. All it took for me to find the change that I really needed was for me to face the truth–I was where I was mostly because of my simple excuses.

Oh! I did not call it that. Nope! I called it my “reasons” for being where I was and not where I really wanted to be. You see, I was over 100 pounds overweight. Boy, did I have my “reasons” for being there…

1. No time.
2. Too much going on.
3. Didn’t feel good.
4. Too much to do each day.
5. Didn’t want to put so much effort into losing weight only to gain it back.
6. Didn’t know where to begin.
7. It hurt.
8. Bombed already so this won’t matter…
9. I am recovering from an injury so I can’t do anything.
10. HAROLD…or MY MOM…or MY KIDS…or MY SCHEDULE…

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Learn from the Deer Hunter by Cindy Rushton

I just had a very interesting “chat” with my sweetheart. There are times that I just sit back in awe of his wisdom. It changes my life.

Today, we were talking about how different men and women are. We, women, could learn a lot about balance by studying men, especially the deer hunters!

Wonder where I am going with this one? Stick with me!

Here in the South something happens every year to multitudes of men. They disappear! Don’t worry. They DO come back. But, you can set your calendar by them.

Those who are married to them know what I mean without me writing it. All I have to say is “deer hunter” and they know what to expect with these guys, especially as the seasons turn.

So, why do I say, “Learn from the deer hunter?” Read more

Perks to Getting Fit and Healthy by Cindy Rushton

Some of you have been following my journey this year toward getting fit and healthy. I am proud to report that as of today, I am down 66lbs, 4 sizes, AND even 20 points on top and bottom for my blood pressure! Hoot!

If you are just coming into this journey with me, it all began with the same old, same old New Year’s resolution that I have had E-V-E-R-Y year for as far back as I can remember:

To get fit and healthy

I went year-after-year-after-year either holding on to the weight as the New Year began again OR slipping up a few more pounds and a few more sizes.

This year, I decided that I would continue to reach for my big goals in all of the other areas of life (those that I seemed to reach just by putting them down on paper). However, THIS YEAR would be the year that I would REACH for this resolution as well. I did not want to end this year feeling defeated, overwhelmed, and wanting to skip past the line this one was written on. So, this year, this resolution was moved to the top of the list, the top of my schedule, and is now on TOP of my successes for the year already. Yes! AND, it is ONLY September! I AM JAZZED! Read more

De-Stress!

DE-STRESS!

Yep! Gulp! De-stress!

Battle stress? This one got you out of whack before?  You are not alone, beloved!

Want to know the #1 complaint in our culture?  What about among moms? What about among homeschool moms? The booger behind despair? The reason that most quit?  The reason that many never begin?  You have got it!

The stress!
The chaos!
The mess!
The clutter!
The lack of organization or ability to “keep it together.”

Want to battle for balance in life? Read more

Reduce Your Stress in Fifteen Minutes or Less

Stress is no stranger to the average mom.  Day in and day out it tries to enter our lives through busy schedules, a messy home, and screaming children.  Here are a few ways that moms can reduce their stress levels fast. Give them a try. Let’s dig in…

Remember that commercial for Calgon bath soap?  Calgon would seem to whisk women everywhere off to exotic locales.  Too bad that that can’t actually happen—or can it?  Turn on some pleasant music. Climb into a nice hot tub. Just close your eyes and let the world go on for a bit!

Do you own an mp3 player?  If not, get one.  You can load music, videos, and pictures on them.  Mine is full of praise and worship songs…good, solid Bible teachings…and even love songs (we have all of them on our iPods–FUN!). Stressed? Put on your headset, turn on your favorite songs, and destress! Read more

Know What Is Yours!

Ok, good soldier! How are you doing? Are you sticking with me? Is this helping? Well, today is going to be GOOD. I love this lesson.

Before we jump in, if you are new and this is your first day to see my series here, please go back and dig into the other posts. I normally do not post a series that simply MUST be studied in order, but this one is one which will really help you to become a good soldier and handle life’s battles if you will dig in and take each lesson bit-by-bit. Just call it “Bootcamp.”

Here are the first two lessons:
What Every Good Soldier Should Know…
Know Your Authority (don’t miss Lucia’s downloads–they are very important–she picks up where I leave off)

Just go back and dig into those. Take your time. Do not rush through. These lessons are very, very important. They will make a big, big difference in how you handle difficulties in life. They will make a big difference in how you battle the enemy.

Speaking of that, let’s dig into today’s lesson. Read more

Know Your Authority!

Fighting the fight of your life? Have no idea what to do? Need some “training” to help you through life’s battles? Well, yesterday we began a series here that is JUST FOR YOU! Just pull back dear friend, we are going to take you by the hand and walk you through step-by-step!

Before we dig in, did you read yesterday’s post? If not, go back and read it first. It is essential. Take time to let it soak in. Nothing will be effective if you skip steps. So, first go back and dig in. Next, plan to join me each day for your next lesson. These are going to help you learn how to fight the good fight. I want for this to be more than just another “teaching” for this series. I want for this to be an “imparting” of true secrets to success.

So, ready for today’s lesson? Today we let’s look at another vital thing that every good soldier should know. Ready? Pour yourself a big cup of tea, grab your Bible and journal. Get ready for a big trip all around the Word today. Let’s dig in… Read more

What Every Good Soldier Should Know…

Fighting the fight of your life? Have no idea what to do? Need some “training” to help you through life’s battles? Well, pull back dear friend, let’s look at some things that every good soldier should know. Let’s look at them over the next few days.

Today…

Know YOU are Called to be a Good Soldier

The big question that pretty much 100% of us will ask (or have asked) at one time of our lives is the biggie, ” Why do bad things happen to those who are good?” Ever asked that one? This is a valid question. So, why does a good God allow bad things to happen? Read more

Stressed? Are You Using Your Support? It is Right There!!

Moms are a crucial. Moms are vital. Moms are completely essential. 

We are a central part of the family.  We always joke that if mom gets ill, the family would crumble.  That may not be far from the truth.  If we go down, the family goes down with us. None of us wants that. 

So, my dear mommy pals, who do you turn to in times of stress to keep from crumbling? You need SUPPORT!

A support system is important for busy moms.  It’s easy to get weighed down by doctor’s appointments, work deadlines, family obligations, and housework.  Hanging across the bed crying your eyes out is usually a sign to activate your stress support system.   Read more

50+ Ideas for Taking Care of Mom!

Tired? Weary? Need some fresh ideas for taking care of mom? Feeling that push and pull on you as you balance all of the many demands in your life? Are you great about taking care of others, yet not quite so good about taking care of YOU? Has it been a long, long time since you have done the little things to just fill your cup back up? How about a few fresh ideas for filling your cup and ministering to your heart! I promise that these will be easy for you to do! Here goes:

 

–>  Grab Your iPod and go for a long, long walk! I LOVE my iPod. I have it filled with great Praise and Worship music, teachings and workshops, podcasts, tutorials, etc. My iPod has become my “pocket pal” when I work on my chores, take care of business duties, or even get out for my walk. Talk about my best investment! Read more

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