tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30093894305375051832012-01-15T17:40:13.493-05:00a diva at heart, disconnected and trapped inside an overweight body ... Mom, sister and friend ... addicted to Jesus, my family, diet mtn. dew, carbs, and bargain hunting... sharing the random ramblings of my heart and revelations from all areas of this journey called lifeDisconnected Divahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10668269169310641531noreply@blogger.comBlogger1821100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3009389430537505183.post-74029466070025467552012-01-15T17:40:00.000-05:002012-01-15T17:40:13.500-05:00

Dear Diary, things have been crazy here. Hannah was sick again with her kidney spells. We spent Thursday at the doctor's office to get the "same old song and dance". She is better now, and we never know when it will flare up again. A few weeks ago we discovered a small know on the inside of her hand.  Thankfully it is on her right hand and she's a lefty. But, it has progressively gotten

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I know I don't follow the normal blogging rules, such as sticking to a particular theme or topic. I'm all over the place. As I've mentioned before this is more like a diary to me.  If someone reading it is touched or helped in anyway then that is an extra blessing.  I blog for therapeutic reasons. Like many in therapy plans, I don't stick with it too well.  I am working on that. With that being

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I can believe it, I know it's true;He changed my life; He is the light; He is God's Son! This has to be one of my top 10 favorite Christmas songs.  Hmm, that sounds like a great blog post. I love the music, the lyrics and everything about this song.  So simple and truthful, yet so moving and powerful.  There is not much to blog about as the song speaks for itself. Listen, be blessed.

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I’ve known this was coming for a while, but today I stepped on the scales and “total shock”set in. I have gained all my weight back. My clothes no longer fit. I can’t walk well or climb steps because my knees and back can no longer carry me around. I have officially reached the breaking point. My excess baggage has got to go. I can no longer can follow a random diet plan here. The roller coaster

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In the last month or so, my "world" has been turned upside down. Well, I suppose it is more those around me that are truly in a "suspended from the ceiling" kind of place.  My faith has certainly been stretched more than I care to admit. I know that my God is sovereign. I know there is a greater plan.  I don't have to understand, or like it. I only have to be obedient and glorify Him. I've also

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Yeah, I'm still around. I am inspired and encouraged to blog again ... of course, with my self-diagnosed ADD, we all know that means every few months. I plan to read my blog from the beginning and rekindle the therapy that I so need. I had the honor of getting to hear a precious woman of God speak at our Ladies Night Out at church tonight.  I am blessed beyond measure.  I am overflowing with so

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Having a very hard time going to sleep tonight. Today was a crazy day and I am finding difficult to unwind. I thought perhaps blogging might help ... but I just can't seem to corral my thoughts enough to even begin. I've been staring at the screen for quite sometime.Chalk this entry up to "blog fail" ... Moving along to the next attempt to sleep.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

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view from the porch/deck of my hotel room Dear Diary, You must think I don't care for you or that I've abandoned you. Perhaps you are just used to my fickle behavior. Had a great vacation this year.  It was much too short, but at least we were able to go.  No near drownings or any other real drama. Lost internet connectivity which mean NO social networking, reading news or checking emails.

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So often I think about blogging and then I get distracted and never get here. I usually forget about whatever I wanted to blog about. Which typically means I only temporarily cover up whatever's rearing it's ugly head at the moment. These past few weeks have been quite emotional for our family. Some very dear friends of ours have been displaced by a tornado. They have lost everything but each

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I really, really, really do not have time to be posting this morning ... but I just felt myself drawn here.  When that happens, and I finally finish it is usually very therapeutic.  However, if I am late getting reading again this day will be chalked up to no better than the rest of my days this week.  So here goes nothing ... I've commented about this several times in the past here and if you

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Dear Diary, frankly today has just been an epic failure for me.The roller coaster took off last night when I stayed up way too late to be vigilant and alert during the impending severe weather. In retrospect, I should have just gone to sleep!Didn't sleep too well with the Princess and dog in the bed with us. As a result I got up on the wrong side of the bed!Attempted my coffee and email time, but

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Dear Diary, I wonder how often you look down on me for abandoning you so often. I would completely understand if you decided to leave me for another "loyal and consistent" blogger! Funny how we can look at things like that and never consider that is how we treat God! HE never forsakes us. He is waiting,right were we left Him!! Have a few things I want to write about an but suddenly I am sooooo

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Very thought provoking email ... I was shocked, confused, bewildered  As I entered Heaven's door,  Not by the beauty of it all,  Nor the lights or its decor.  But it was the folks in Heaven  Who made me sputter and gasp--  The thieves, the liars, the sinners,  The alcoholics and the trash.  There stood the kid from seventh grade  Who swiped my lunch money twice.  Next to him was my

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Had all intentions of posting a brief entry tonight via my phone. Assumed I could use unlimited # of words ... Not so with SMS set-up, waiting on email code!

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Testing out the mobile blogging feature on my phone! Maybe if it works, I will blog more?? Make sure to read my latest entry below on my Addictive Personality.

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I seriously think I need ADD or ADHD medication. Well, honestly, I have no idea what the differences between the two are. All I know is that I am horrible with focus. I either focus in on something with tunnel vision and everything else just false away. I have an addictive personality, but typically can only handle one addiction at a time. Does that make sense? I am still struggling

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Dear Diary, please excuse me! I am having a moment ..... I wish I could get back in a life routine with my way of eating, but I suppose with a child that won't happen for sometime.  I do not have time to be here right now, but I came here to write that I am starving. I didn't bring enough food for lunch, etc.  There are some stale goodies the vending machine man left in the kitchen - normally I

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Dear Diary, I know you must think I have a psychological disorder that prevents me from doing anything "normal". I have all intentions of blogging, but time constraints typically prevent it.  Between working outside the home, housekeeping, Church and family activities; I often find myself wondering where the day went.  I suppose that is the where the cliche "life happens" comes from - at least it

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So, I shared my decision with the boss on Monday -- and it I think the exact response was "unacceptable".  Long story short ... after lots of praying over a counter-offer that was made for me to stay. It was not only monetary, but I was blown away with so many things during the counter-offer conversation.  I do matter and I am ministering, I just couldn't see past the "fine print". So, I will be

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Dear Diary, I've yet again neglected you.  I've been a bit busy though ... even somewhat productive.  Does that count for something? I've stepped out of just social media with my couponing/bargain tips and created a blog to share the info I find.  I've even made a few posts there.  I've still got the low-carb recipe site and the hodgepodge site (regular recipes and household tips).  I pretty

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Along with being a carb and diet mtn dew addict, I am an online addict. There I said it. Often I get so wrapped up in online activities, I can sit at the computer for hours before I realize what time it is. I love Facebook, and I love Twitter even more! I've let my email get way behind, and I've certainly neglected the blog. Gotta get a grip on that!So, tomorrow is the "big day"! Atkins

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The weekend went about like I expected. We wound up getting ONE meal on Saturday, so I was starving ... that and The Varsity are not a good combo. We lost the ballgame .... but even DD commented it was OK because The Varsity made everything better. Ugh, that is what is wrong with us. I am beginning to realize it as God is opening my eyes. I LIVE TO EAT, I WANT TO EAT TO LIVE! I was very proud

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I've stayed completely on plan since Sunday. Probably sounds crazy to most, but for me that's a good step in the right direction. I've upped my water intake but it is nowhere close to where it should be yet. That's just something I have to gradually do. But, each day I'll add an extra bottle. A small but obtainable goal.You know, I never thought that I was addicted to food, etc. I hopped

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With regards to my physical well-being, I'm quite down/out these days. My back and knee pain have become unbearable. I am misearable, I am back to not being able to bend over to tie my own shoes. This is NOT how life is supposed to be!I've been encouraged by several of my friends to investigate the bariatric surgeries ... I have an informational seminar next Thursday evening. I was very "

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Dear Diary, I had to blow the dust off you this morning. Oh, how I've neglected you.(I said that last time I think). Since our time together I've had much tragedy,drama and yes - even some good news (worthy of a blog itself).I've had another friend (high school classmate) die much too young. She lost her battle with cancer. Yet, she handled things like a champ. She was full of grace and

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Dear Diary -- Oh how I've neglected you. There is so much to write about and so little time. I hope to stop long enough to write a good "catch-up" post. This week itself isn't the best time to do this. Crazy work week, crazy schedule with the little one and the death of a dear friend have put a kink in all "plans". But amazingly, I am not wavering -- not by my strength but through HIS power !!I

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I felt that I'd better stop and take a moment to post an update. Nothing fancy, no deep dark revelations or eloquent words.Once again, I'm in the middle of "overload". This time it is as work ... can you say crazy ?? We are in the final months of our library campaign - I am responsible for keeping accurate #'s on where we stand and how much more we need to meet our goal. It could change several

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I was determined to have a good day yesterday. I was determined to be "gentle" in my spirit. Ha !! That lasted all of about 2 hours. The emails from the (unamed person who gets under my skins) began to arrive. I thought to myself .. "I've got this". No matter how hard I tried to be gentle, the emails became more harsh and even contained some sarcasm (which was totally inappropriate for the

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We survived driving in the rat race of Atlanta yesterday. I came close to have a meltdown a few times, but through lots of prayer and deep breathing I navigated around backed up traffic and managed to get to a back road and get us home. Thank goodness that worked out. I don't think I could have handled sitting in hours of traffic and "stewing" over the events that had just transpired at the

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Pity party is over for now. No time to "wallow in my misery". There are things to do, places to go and people to see. You know that's how we roll.We will be going to a Pediatric Urologist out of Scottish Rite on Monday. It will just be me and little bit. Since he was out when she was in the hospital, Daddy bug doesn't have that much (paid) time available this year (other than vacation that must

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I am currently having a pity-party. A woman just has to do that every so often (well, it sounds justifiable, right?). I woke up this morning all swollen - legs, face, hands, feet ... blah, blah, blah. I forgot to take my blood pressure and fluid meds last night (I was just exhausted when I got home). So I am retaining fluid .. ugh !!On top of the physical stuff, I suppose I am retaining lots

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Just a QUICK update so (just in case you are following) you won't be left hanging.This has been a crazy week (aren't they all?). Today is Friday, which means the last day of work (and it is only a 1/2 day) and family night at VBS. Of course there are lots of errands to be run after work. Maybe I can sleep late in the morning ? (Yeah right ! Who am I kdding?)We went back to the doctor last week

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While my life is still spinning on the Potter's wheel, I figured I'd stop a moment and post an update. Last week was the "big day" as the college I work for transitioned into a university. Honestly, nothing much is changing except the name. However, it was a given that we have a special ceremony and formally unveil our new signage and such. We decided to make a day of it. The day would end

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If you read my last post regarding my weightloss journey: http://thedisconnecteddiva.blogspot.com/2010/05/low-carb-faux-paux.html then you can celebrate with me in this post.I am 3/4 the way through with my clean 2 week induction and I have lost 6 lbs as of this morning ... woot woot !! Honestly, that is less than typical for most. However, for ME and my roller coaster ride, I was pleased.I just

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I recently read a blog post written by a friend of mine that spoke volumes to me.I truly believe we must be sisters seperated at birth .. ha ! She even has my "life verse" as a main heading on her blog: "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not disaster, to give you a future and a hope." ~ Jeremiah 29:11If you have EVER struggled, this post is a must

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We wrapped up our 09-10 Awana program at our church last night. We had an awards night for the kids, along with a Christian illusionist. It was a great night. I was so proud of all the kids ... not to mention my own daughter received 3 awards. The Biblical principles that are instilled in them are the best foundation they could ever had. The illusionist was powerful and delivered an awesome

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Among the many things on my mind this morning (and among the many things that can change in my mind from day to day) is my weight. It is totally out of control. I have been following a low-carb eating plan, but I am NOT losing and in fact, I am gaining inches. I am absolutely miserable. I've not gained back all the weight I lost. But, I am wearing a bigger size than I did when I was at my

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So much on my mind this morning, but it does seem to be a peaceful choas. I am very tired, so this is gonna be a LONG week.Friday night we got the call from the doctor's office that ALL the bloodwork for my little one came back normal. That is awesome and we praise God for this. Then 5 minutes later, I question God ... "well, then what is it ? why can't ANYONE figure this out? why must my child

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I am so glad I stuck to my guns and asked that the pediatrician make a personal to the pediatric nephrologist. The nephrologist said they she didn't see the need to see her again. I suppose that is good news, although it still give us any answers. It did save time off from work and school, as well as gas money and being able to avoid the traffic.They did have a long conversation and the

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The doctor's office called me back yesterday to give me another appoint for The Princess. They are sending us back to the Pediatric Nephrologist (which baffles me).The phone consult was actually with a Pediatric Urologist. This consult resulted in the decision to send her back to the Nephrologist, as this will be the 2nd physician to rule out anything on their end (external or structural issues

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Yesterday proved to be so heartbreaking for me. I was ready to throw my hands up in the air ! I am so tired of fighting and tired of seeing my little one sick. We've all accepted the fact that whatever she may have might be incurable. It's the "what-ifs" that we struggle with.What if she has something that can be treated ? What if we've wasted precious time ?We've been at the Dr. twice in

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I had so much to post this morning ... much of it random and unrelated, so I decided to make an additional post. I also know that not everyone cares about my weight loss. But for the ones that do and the ones that struggle just as I do, it would be a disservice not to share.The low-carb lifestyle is back in full force in my household yet again. The roller-coaster is climbing back up the hill. I

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My last blog post and this one might be close to the same thing and even after the last comment I am even more convinced of what God is trying to teach me. This post will most likely not "flow" as my thoughts are really "flowing" this morning. It is what it is.As parents, we want the best for our children. We want to protect them. We don't want them to get hurt. The list goes on and and on.

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I'll admit it has been quite a while since I've gotten any e-inspiration. That is not to say that noteworthy e-mails have not been sent ... but perhaps they've not been read by me. I deal with hundreds of e-mails a day - personal and business, and frankly cleaning out my inbox can be quite overwhelming at times. I typically dont' get "forwards" sent to my work e-mail, but that is how I received

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Dear Diary ... aside from the typical seasonal allergies that seem to plague our family, I think everyone is feeling better. This pollen is horrid. I think this season has pegged out some of its highest pollen count numbers ever ! While I certainly am not a fan of severe weather, I gladly welcome the rain to wash it all away.On my way to the office yesterday, I saw a tape measure in the road. I

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Dear Diary .... Thanks for listening to my meltdown yesterday morning. The doctor reassured me that "this too shall pass".What were are dealing with right now is something viral and non-related to the ongoing situation.The Princess said God must have not wanted her to go to school yesterday because she felt better after time for the bell to ring. Ha ! It was odd, but certainly made me much more

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Dear Diary ... today I am just not "feeling it". My little one is sick again and I just have this "gut mommy feeling" that something is so wrong ... and no one will ever be able to tell me what it is.I am praying, I am crying. I am laying it down ... I know that God is in control. I know that I can't fix everything ... furthermore, I can't fix anything. It is only by God's might and power

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Dear Diary ... While the week is winding down for most folks, mine is about 1/2 way through. I cannot wait til Tuesday. One project will be "done" for this school year .... at least in the public eye. There are still a few details to sort out from this year. Within a few months, this project will take off yet again. Hopefully we've learned from our mistakes and we've got our feet wet enough

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Dear Diary .... It seems there are at least 2 people out there in bloggerville reading my rantings ! Woot woot. I know this because I had alerts that I had 2 comments yesterday. I went into my comment moderation and checked "publish all". However, I can only find one comment showing up. Odd ...Yesterday was probably one of the most chaotic days since I started my new career. I had a minor

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It is a wild and crazy work week for me ... which is probably not a bad thing for my soul. The little Princess is away for Spring Break. She has gone to g'parents home this week. I miss her so much. It is most likely a good thing that I don't have the time to sit down and sulk about it.I am still having some major issues with my knee. In fact, yesterday was the worst it had been. I had a

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Here I sit on a Saturday night and it is close to midnight. It is WAY past my bedtime ... but I just can't sleep. I figured I'd come clean the dust off the blog.I suppose I'm having a bit of a pity party. The internal feeling of guilt for having this party is keeping me awake, along with being in some pretty intense pain. I am not sure which hurts more, my knee or my heart.I guess my poor knee is

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I suppose it is hard to keep a following on a blog when you never post. In the event that the rare opportunity comes around, the post is so random that no one would want to read it anyway. I often wonder if anyone ever comes here anymore. I don't much, so I don't think I could expect anyone else to do so. For the longest, I felt as though I needed to write to a certain audience. Is that what

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Ever notice when I purpose to post more I seem to be gone for months ? That's just how I roll. Just when I think things are slowing down and beginning to fall into place ... wham !! God certainly knows how to keep me on my toes ! I have been completely overwhelmed at work the past few months. I've worked countless hours over the 40 hour work week. I am OK with this though, as I feel as though

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I've been praying about lots of things. Part of our sermon Sunday morning was relevant to 2010 being a year of transformation. One of the points was how many people make New Year's resolutions to lose weight (of course they don't last long).But to fulfill that resolution, we spend our every living moment worrying about what to eat and what not to eat, etc. So much so that we can become obsessed

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Had a great "food" day yesterday. Had a birthday lunch with the office and ate "on plan". I'll admit a loaded baked potato would have been better than loaded broccoli, but honestly it wasn't that bad. Many times people say "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels". I am just not so sure I buy into that ... heck, if things didn't taste good I would look like I do and weigh what I weigh.All I know

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Still swelled up this morning, but better than last night. The swelling was all the way up to my knees. I just don't get it. My body certainly does some wacky things. Went to bed and took my BP meds and fluid pill ... made several trips to the bathroom so I figured I'd post a good loss this morning. Yeah, .3 lbs woohoo At least my Wii Fit coach didn't scold me for anything this morning.

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Attention: I am "venting" and having a pity party ... so if you're not interested, read no further.I'm frustrated beyond explanation. I decided to forego my daily chain to the scales and try to break free. THIS is why I don't ... I've gained almost 5 pounds in 3 days. I know it's water, I know it is fluid retention ... but it stinks. I know the scale is psychological when you use it daily but

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Things appear to be moving right along with the Wii Fit ... except for the fact that I've been doing this hot & heavy since the day after Christmas and have seen NO results on the scales. What a bummer. I've not cheated and I've been on plan. However, I've had another sinus attack from hades ... so maybe the sinus meds are the culprit. Not sure, but something has to give. I'm getting

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Reflecting over this past year has been heartwrenching and glorious ! Because of the heartbreak and the pain, God's power has been revealed as the star in the heavens before the wisemen. My family has seen the Light this year and His name is Jesus. I could spend hours and days rehasing the heartbreaks, but I will only choose to rejoice at the salvation of my husband and child. THAT is the best

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CHILD'S PERSPECTIVE ON CHRISTMASWhen you constantly ask me what I want and what I'm going to get,I learn that Christmas is for GETTING.When you tell me I'd better be good,I learn that Christmas is CONDITIONAL.When you make promises and don't keep them,I learn that Christmas is DISAPPOINTMENT.When you are short-tempered and make idle threats,I learn that Christmas is UNPREDICTABLE.When you hit and

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I've been lurking around the WordPress website again this morning. I just love their blog designs .. the layouts are much cleaner, etc. However, you can't post codes for pretty backgrounds. I think I don't care so much about the outside appearance as I do the functionality of the blog. With all that being said, it is just way to much work to try and switch back. Maybe one day.Thank goodness,

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ME ?? Huh ?? "O Come Let Us Adore ME". Yep that is what it says. My daughter told me all about it the other day on the way to school. It was printed on a sweatshirt that a classmate had worn to school. It really upset her ... and rightly so. She knew that it was "wrong" because she is becoming ever more grounded in God's truths. This is not an easy task to accomplish in today's politically

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What an awesome Thanksgiving break ! Thank you God for your grace and mercy. We were able to spend the holidays with my in-laws and our nephew was home from college. I also enjoyed 3 days off of work and a few hours of Black Friday e-shopping in my pjs.Sunday church services and choir pratice for the kids musical were great. The big production is next Sunday night and I think I am just as

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What a day it was yesterday .... after lunch, it seems as the town I live in just blew up. Crazy ... madness ... The company I worked for several months as temp was recently purchased by a larger company in a effort to form a partnership. However, it does appear it is a "takeover" and now jobs will be lost. Many of my friends found out that their many years of service meant nothing and they

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I've truly been pondering this blogging thing. I've actually even considered deleting it a time or two. But, I just can't make myself go through with it. This blog was very good for me when I was at my lowest and I have neglected it since then. I fear that more trials are ahead in the near future and I don't want to wait until the last minute to begin to blog again. I want to keep my head clear

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It's been quite sometime since I've logged into my blog. I had a brief moment, so I thought I'd take the time to post an update. Since my last writing, I had a near death experience at the beach. I almost drowned. For some reason God spared my life that day and I am forever grateful. It could have ended differently. I've had some physical problems from the saltwater ingestion, but with time

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Still no answer on the blog name. To be honest, I've been so busy I've not even thought of it.I've had a sick child, so everything else is chopped liver ! We've got a long road to go until we get some answers. I just pray for good news instead of what they are thinking she may have. I won't go into all that until it something I know to be for sure. I've worried enough, and that won't change a

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Wondering if I should change the name of my blog ... so many things have changed and so many things have "reconnected". What IS in a name ? That is a friend of mine's blog ... but has really got me thinking about my blog name.I still have my struggles with each of those things/issues listed in my bio, etc. . The main struggle however is my weightloss. However, I don't really want to just blog

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There are days I wonder why I bother to maintain this blog. There are days when I wish I blogged on a daily basis. So, I guess it won't hurt to leave it just sitting here in between blogs. Since my last post, I did reach my 2 goal of another 10lbs. SO, I have lost 20lbs since. It is not great, but not to shabby and much better than a gain anyway you look at it.Through the help of good

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I think I've reached my 2nd 10 pound goal this morning !! Woohoo ... but weigh-in isn't until Thursday - go figure !! The stress level is at a plateau today, so I pray I continue to make good choices so I can report a goal reached on Thurdsay.When you think everything is rocking along just "peachy" it is often time for a dose of reality, and we are certain getting it this week !I have a dear

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Beware -- if you aren't keeping up with my weightloss journey, you can skip this post !!I am glad I can report a 1 pound loss this morning, but wonder how much better it would be if I had made some different choices. A loss is a loss, and it is step in the right direction. This is a total of 14lbs. Overall since I weighed in at my highest weight 2 years ago, it is a 30lb loss. I remind myself

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Time was so much more abundant when I didn't work ... but we really had NO money. God used that time in our lives to show my family that HE is in control and HE provided for us when it never worked out on paper. He saved my daughter and my husband .... I am thankful to have the job I have, although it temp. but it pays some of the bills. I am thankful that my child is wanting to cheer (because I

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Wow is all I can say about yesterday. What a long day !! Went straight from work to pick up the family and drop the Princess off at cheer practice. Then The Man and I headed to the funeral home ... dreading the sheer thought of this blessed event.I will have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the entire evening. There were many, many people coming in to pay their respects. Don't take

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Oh, am I stoked this morning ... I knew I would show a loss for weigh-in this morning (I officially weigh-in each Thursday), but did not expect another lb since yesterday ... woot woot ! The way I work it will probably go back up tomorrow and then drop back down later. But, it was a nice surprise to see on the scales this morning.I was just looking back at my highest weight (when I started the

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Things are moving along fairly well in the weightloss department. I am down 9lbs total since we restarted Atkins on July 9th. Total of 25lbs since the first time ever in 2007. I figure this stuff didn't pile on me overnight, so I won't expect it to fall off overnight.We've had an "expected" death in our extended family, so Thursday night there is a visitation at 5PM and Memorial Service at 7PM.

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Today is the first day of school here. The rat race only gets worse. Extra things to do to get read in the mornings and the evenings. The need to leave the house much earlier than the summer days. So, let's go ahead and add an extra hour to wake up time ... more coffee, please ! And then there is the traffic .... sigh, that will die down in a couple of weeks. I have nothing to really blog

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I am feeling as though I need to post something ... but for the life me I can't think of anything. Things are pretty boring around here so far this week, but that doesn't mean it won't change in an instant.I will say that this is the last week my child has to spend in another state with her Grandparents !! Thank you Lord that school starts Monday. No more Sunday afternoon trips to Grandmothers

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Satan tries to de-rail it all ... it is OUR fault when we choose to let him do it. That is a huge wake up call! I chose to let him win yesterday. He won the battle, but you better believe I had a few words for him ... the WAR has already been won. Go away ! Yeah, I am talking to satan in my blog, and no I am not crazy. He likes to stick his nose EVERYWHERE so I figure he is here too. I've

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Well, I am sweating like a pig this morning ... I know it is good, but whew ! Yeah, I know ... TMI ?? But this is a good thing and is a by-product of fat burning !I was pleased with the scales this morning, but don't count my official weigh-in til tomorrow.I went to enter my foods online about an hour ago and I went into panic mode ... the internet was NOT working. This is not good .... my mind

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It's been a while, but I'm not sure anyone has noticed ... does anyone read this anymore ?? Hmmm ... inquiring minds would like to know.Had a wonderful time at Church yesterday. I love how the SS lesson and the sermons all just mesh together. I love the simplicity and the depth of our Church. Simplicity may not be the best choice of a word ... what I mean is that there is no "ritual" to our

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While trying to catch up with emails, etc. I've just been reading a few blogs I subscribe to. They always have such catchy little titles and offer some insight that somehow is applicable to something I may be struggling with, etc. That is a dream for me ... to write a blog such as this.Many of my friends blog on a daily basis, and sometimes even more. Oh, how I would long to do this on a daily

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My mind is going in 30 different directions this morning ... I am praising God that they found nothing bad wrong with my daughter. We still have no answers as to what was causing her pain and bleeding, but we rest in knowing there was nothing bad. My fear was a tumor or birth defect, etc. We are still uneasy in a way, because it is hard to prevent something from happening if you don't know

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Good Morning Friends & Neighbors ! I had a horrible day yesterday at work. I guess everyone has those, but this one was a first for me at this job. I've had these types of days other places, but because of my "position" I could either fix the issue or get it fixed. I woke up late, back was hurting and I had some serious sinus issues going on. I blogged yesterday. I pulled in the parking lot with

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It's Monday morning ... JOY ! JOY ! I often think Monday's should be part of the weekend. You know, recovery day ? Of course then, Tuesday would just be Monday ... We had a wonderful weekend. The worship service on Sunday was absolutely incredible (not that other services haven't been). The power of God was all over the place ... I would love to get the lyrics to song the choir sang about God

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I've gone from a world full of no money and NOTHING to do ... to doing something NON-STOP and just enough money to get something to eat quick/easy every day. There were two days last week that I didn't take a lunch and ate chips/donuts out of the vending machine because I was so hungry. My weight loss struggle is still going on . This is really tough. I've been struggling as usual, but try to

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I have no clue if anyone is still out there in "blog land" since I've fallen off the wagon. Time management has been somewhat of an issue with me. When I started this blog, all I had was time. Now, it seems time is all I long for.So many things have happened since my last few entries, yet I have no time to write them down. I'll share the highlights now and hopefully I can stop for a few

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Just taking a quick moment to let everyone out there in "blog land" know that I am still here. Things are just really busy. Hopefully, I will figure out how to balance it all. One day, I hope to sleep and blog again. I don't want to choose.

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Things have truly been the rat race I predicted. I've worked so much that I am exhausted. I've worked the past two Saturdays and then we've been to the Shrine Circus to make cotton candy & popcorn. We had told the folks at Church we would not be there the past two Sundays as the circus is our annual thing we've committed to do. It didn't work out that stayed last night, so we are home today.

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It appears this is now my 100th blog post. I understand from friends you are supposed to post some special quiz or q & a thing to commemorate ... sorry folks, but it ain't happening.Right before my tem job started, I believe I made a comment about letting the rat race begin. Well, guess what that is what it is. Wow, what a ride !First and foremost, I'd like to give a couple of updates.My friend

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What a CRAZY and busy week. I don't even know where to start ...I LOVE this job and can only pray that it lasts a while, and perhaps they will even hire me directly. Things have just "fallen into place", and those of you that know me should know I don't believe in "coincidences". It may only be for a "season", but I know there is a reason. God has a plan !Although the money stayed the same (

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Just a quick update. Things are going very well at my temp. assignment. I think I have been promoted twice in two days. The job description is ever changing. Of course the more I learn, the more valuable I will be. Lots more details, but I am really excited about this.I found out today that one of my dearest friends has just been diagnosed with breast cancer. I cringed, then cried and just have

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Did I mention what happened here Friday night ? I have never seen such a horrible storm. The husband has personally experienced a tornado (and previously lost a home). When he said head for the basement ... I began to panic. The largest hail (I personally have ever seen) began to hit our home, cars, etc. I had Hannah & myself covered up in front of the couch downstairs. We were crying & praying .

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Woohoo !! What a day of worship and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus !! I pray that your hope is in HIM and not programs, or tasks at Church, etc. I pray that you know Jesus, the one who died on the across and rose again because we owed a debt we could not pay. Thank you Jesus for paying the debt you did not owe.The rest of the afternoon was spent lazily just chilling and watch The Masters

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Does He still feel the nails everytime I fail ?When He was on the cross, I was on His mind - He knew me, yet He loved me ....I always listen to what some folks call Easter music. I listen to Christmas music too. Funny how people put God's actions into seasonal categories. Music that speaks of the cross is only emphasized at Easter, and music that speaks of the birth of Christ is only emphasized

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I haven't shared all of this on Facebook yet (and will wait for total confirmation before I do so). I was offered a position with this company. They picked 9 people (out of 13). Much better odds than what I had been up against. (Please understand that I don't think God couldn't do something no matter what the odds.)Right now it is a waiting game .... they are processing my references,

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Folks, I am soooo tired. This is a good thing. I've been so busy, I haven't had time to sit still long enough to blog. Sunday was such a wonderful day of worship. God was at work during the entire service. I am blessed to be attending a Church that is attentive and obedient to the Holy Spirit. Things snowballed for me this morning. I got a phone call (mysteriously) from a temp agency. They

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It seems I am falling down on the job with my blogging. Things have been so crazy here this week. There are a lot more jobs being posted. I am applying for them all, and doing some heavy networking. I do realize that no matter how hard I try, God has to be the one to open the doors and make it happen. Still waiting and praising HIM for continuing to let us "survive" with our bills.

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What a weekend !! As usual, it came and went before we knew it.Remember a previous post of mine about getting the little one a Wii ? Well, all my checks and points finally came to fruition (make sure to visit the links at the bottom of the blog so you can start earning too). I managed (over the course of a few months) to collect enough free money to purchase a Wii. Amazing ! All from reading

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I am so tired this morning. My back has been giving me fits all week, because of the rain. I really should by some stock in Ibuprofen. This week has been pretty rough ...as much as I try not to worry about our bills, I am human. The other night our home phone was ringing every 15 minutes. No one ever calls our home phone, so went it rings we cringe. Of course I knew it was the company who

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BEST POEM IN THE WORLD(Author Unknown)I was shocked, confused, bewilderedAs I entered Heaven's door,Not by the beauty of it all,Nor the lights or its decor.But it was the folks in HeavenWho made me sputter and gasp--The thieves, the liars, the sinners,The alcoholics and the trash.There stood the kid from seventh gradeWho swiped my lunch money twice.Next to him was my old neighborWho never said

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