Monday, July 5, 2010

Tuesday ~ Back to the Basics

I really need to re-evaluate my health. I'm 45 years old and my stress level has been running on high the last 6 months. My eating habits have become fast food and my exercise has taken a back seat to the chaos. Our relocation 6 months ago has been extremely stressful and demanding for me as a single mom and as an employee transferring to a new location. Just when things seemed to be calming down, something else came up. I was juggling excessive job assignments at work and having to come home to be a mom/therapist to my kids who were adjusting to a new high school. That meant that I had to put myself aside for awhile.
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Yet through it all I knew that God was not giving me more than I could handle. I knew in my heart that God had promised to take care of us during this time, as always. I knew that my sanity and survival was in the Lord's hands. I also knew that I could not run on "empty" for too long. Now the dust is settling a bit and that means that I can allocate more time for my personal health and well-being. I am committing to eating healthier and exercising on a regular basis. My faith is strong!









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The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs...and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Isaiah 58:11
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Please share your thoughts and suggestions.
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Yoli :)
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8 comments:

  1. PamJuly 6, 2010 at 4:10 AM

    Yoli - You are on the right path! It's important to reconnect to yourself and the Lord who made you. Too often, I find myself getting caught up in the stuff that really doesn't matter in the long run...I wish for you good blessings, deep breaths and good health. Let God do the steering. :)

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  2. Hootin AnniJuly 6, 2010 at 4:54 AM

    Oatmeal is one of nature's perfect foods!!

    Mine is: a ruby antique. Do come over for a visit if you can today. I'd love your company.

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  3. even-starJuly 6, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    those fruit kabobs look delish! good luck with your resolution. I made a similar decision two years ago and no regrets. I am fit and healthy and happy! Swing by some time http://thedinnerfortwoproject.blogspot.com/

    New follower from lucky linky tuesday

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  4. VanessaJuly 6, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    Wonderful inspiration, and those grilling veggies look too delicious! We all need to inspire each other with this healthy eating thing, I'm improving and including more fruits and veggies each day...

    My first time here at this blog, I love it and I'll be checking back!

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  5. Kim, USAJuly 6, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    Your story is very inspiring. Thank you for sharing! Happy Tuesday!

    Wild blackberries

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  6. annies homeJuly 6, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    those kabobs look great

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 6, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    Good for you. It seems that we spend so much time taking care of others that it is hard to find time to take care of ourselves. So glad things are beginning to settle down. I love all the salads and fresh fruit. Perfect to help get you back into the groove. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  8. KimberlyJuly 6, 2010 at 3:26 PM

    I am so happy that you are making an effort. I am too! We ought to support each other on this journey.

    Here is my e-mail

    contessagrigia@gmail.com

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