Giving God the Glory Is What I do !

Yes, Lord you desire ALL the glory, you lift me up daily and give me what I need to live a life of abundance. You let me know that there is love and goodness in this gift of life you have blessed me with.

Yesterday at work, I let my own stuff boil over. I could have made a better choice, but I chose not to. I and the employee have made amends, but I need to apologize to God for not allowing his presence in and showing love in this situation. I am taking a closer look at myself to see what triggered me, but I know I stepped away from focusing on Jesus. But why did I chose to do that. Oh well, I will be working on this area of my life. I don’t like for people to get under my skin and make me act ugly. Real ugly LOL

OK, today I am feeling real good. Yesterday, I did not True Image workout and we did some new things. I like doing new things, because it works on parts of my body that have not been taped into. I am focusing more on my arms, toning, and lifting correctly. I am seeing some definition and I believe God can do anything. I had thought my arms were an impossible task, but I know I have to make it a goal and work toward obtaining toned arms. I got a comment from one of my subscribers the other day, and I appreciate it, I will be including this in my home workouts. Lord works in different ways, so if this subscriber suggested it, hey I’m gonna try it. Thanks !

I weighed in this morning on my scale and I had dropped two additional pounds. Remember Saturday at True Image weigh in I had gain .6 oz. Since then I have been challenging my body in a different way, doing the 5 mile walks totally shocked my body. I am a 3 mile walker, so an additional 2 miles is like yeah ! Right ! Walking for me usually trimmed my lower body especially my tummy and legs. My goal to walk the 5 miles 3 to 4 times per week, continue True Image 3 times per week. Drink water, eat healthy.

Goals for 2 to 3 lbs weight loss per week – God bless this plan–God give me strength

Drink 8 glasses of water per day (Out of this entire list this is the most difficult)
Walk 5 miles 3 to 4 times per week
True Image 3 times per week
Home Toning with weights
Eating low fat, low carb
Reducing wine intake on weekends to 1 glass LOL
Have one lowfat yogurt Yummy

Expecting Great Things !

Thank You Lord for a wonderful week. I am grateful for the sunshine and the rain. Summer re-energizes me ! Lord your beautiful creation is so greatly appreciated by me.

I have not blogged in a few days. I have been busy enjoying all the summer weather. I have also been designing some jewelry and hanging out with my friends. I had so much fun throughout the weekend and the weekend was totally a dream. I experienced some new venues this weekend and heard a live band. The band was the bomb. Coventry Street Fair was so much fun, lots of people, good weather and creative vendors.

My weight went up .06 ounces on Saturday, all the summer fun is taking its toll on me. But I did not sweat it, I have increased my workout by walking at Euclid Creek at least 3 to 4 evenings per week. I am praying the walking will slim me down, my tummy and legs need thinning. This is a 5 mile walk, me and Sis Stephanie had fun and enjoyable conversation while we walked. Fun, Fun, Fun !! I lovveeeee discussing the Lord/Bible with her. She is so grounded in the Word !

Dominique and I hung out all day on day, we shopped til we absolutely dropped. We went to Legacy and picked up some things, we actually picked up the same earring and a purse at Legacy. We have similar taste since she has gotten a lil older.

Now this week will be awesome too. I am expecting Great Things ! God’s will be done !

Very Thankful ! Examining Me !

I am so thankful to God for his many blessings. I am grateful that I serve a true and living God. He lives within me and gives me favor, grace and mercy ! Thank you so much Lord !
I woke up this morning with my grandbaby. I love him so much, he is growing and learning so much. He woke up pointing at my nose and said “nose”. He then took his sippie cup and pointed at the eyes of the character and said “eyes”. He pointed for a ink pen, when he got it, he attempted to write and said “A”. I am grateful for all things big and small.

"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.It is there for each and every one of us."

Yesterday we had a phenomenal workout, Yes phenomenal. Ms. Kim worked our abs. We did 200 situps and some new situps using our weights and also used weights to work our sides. We are sculpting our bodies. I now look into the exercise mirror and focus on my body. I find this important as it helps me to keep my body in good alignment and to keep my posture correct as I exercise. He keeps me strong, and motivated as I can see the improvement in me. I come into my workout as a naked palet, usually with no makeup, hair pulled back. I now take the time at home to look in the mirror and see me naked, seeing myself for what I am, is good. I am growing into being comfortable in my skin. This is ME ! I use this time to examine Me. Yesterday, I loved what I saw, I see LOTS of room for improvement, but I visually see where I have come from. Thank you LORD !
I will go into my workout tonight energized knowing this is the time I spend with myself, getting to know the naked me. This is the empty naked pallet I begin with, and then enhance with lotions, makeup, heels, etc. This is where it starts !
I have been drinking my 8 glasses of water, this morning I weighed in and I had lost another pound. I weigh at least 3 times per week at home to stay on track and focused. My scale lets me know the real deal. I am currently detoxing my system, working to flush out impurities. Thursday night I will do my clay facial and I exfoliate face and body daily. This weekend I may invest in a professional pedicure. It would be nice and relaxing. Or I could do it myself and save some bucks. We will see. Yesterday my order of LeFemme blushes came. Beautiful, I got a coral shade, burgundy shade, and purple shade. All of them are fab ! Tree got some really beautiful shades too. I am gonna invest in about 4 more shades, they are really economical $2.50 each. I also took advantage of the Wet and Wild sale at Rite Aide. Buy one get one ½ I got some nail polishes and lipstick. At walmart I saw some covergirl colored eyeliners I would look to have for my collection, BUT they were almost 8 bucks each, and I need 3 colors. I may take a sale’s ad from CVS to walmart and have them price match. Maybe, Maybe not. We will see. I also picked up the bottom lash massacre from Clinique, it is so cute and perfect. While at Macy’s I got a summer dress/tunic for 9.99, it is yellow, giving my summer wardrobe some color. When I am in doubt, I look to Ariel for fashion assistance. You know she dresses the windows of Ann Taylor, she is building a nice resume. But anyway she said I should wear skinny jeans with it with heels.
Talk to you guys later

Summer Fun ! Celebratomg Life !

God is so worthy to be praised! Yes He is! I am thanking God for a wonderful week. I am looking forward to continuing my journey on being productive.

I have good news! I am 1 pound from reaching my second goal at True Image. We are on a 4 level goal plan and I am halfway there. I am giving God for glory for this, because only He has given me the strength to push forward and work on a better/different way of living. I feel so much better. This Saturday when I weighed in I had lost 2 more lbs. This is a steady, gradual, healthy loss. I am pleased for progress. I have loss two dress sizes. I have been rewarding myself along the way. I plan to lose about 30 more lbs. Kim and I will work on my next level. When I reach level 4, I will be considered a Level 4 which is great, meaning I have reached my goals and then will be in the maintenance phase. At that time my monthly fees will decrease to ½ price. What an incentive. It will be progress for me because I usually lose weight but never reach the final goal.

Oh yeah, Sunday I drank 8 glasses of water and took Jayden and the kids for a walk to Coventry Park. It was really nice. I wanted to go back for frozen non fat yogurt, but I didn’t, so I will have some this week. I went to Legacy twice this weekend, once for dinner Stir Crazy and then a day of shopping by myself. I enjoy being with me. It was nice.

During this weight loss journey I have gotten to know more about myself. God has allowed me to like/love myself. I have learned to prioritize taking care of me. Devoting time in the day to workout, do facial, polish nail, whatever I feel I need to do to pamper myself. I have learned to say NO to things I am not comfortable with. I am not quick to be dominated and told what to do in my life. I am taking full advantage of living, meaning living a life that is pleasing to God.

My work life is coming along quite nicely. I have stressful days, but I know I am giving it my all to be a good servant to my employer. We serve families and children and it is stressful working with families who have issues. We all have issues, every family, we have to learn to not let the pass define who we are, and live a life now that is pleasing to God.

Saturday I went to see Sarah’ Girl, it was her CD release party. It was so much fun, lots of NCBF was there. We went to support the group and especially The Drummer, brother Damon. He was happy to have our support. I have decided to do one fun thing per weekend; ballroom, parties, or listening to live bands (legacy, wine festivals etc. I will be led by God and do things that are approving of God and celebrate life.

Tonight is the first night of this week’s workout. Monday’s are exciting at True Image, we love to get our first workout in. Saturday Toya was there at the 8 a.m. class, I went to the 9:00 a.m. and missed it. I LOVE her so much. She is gifted in an awesome way. I pray she can come back more fulltime. I am praying and aiming for 2 to 3 lbs this week. It is attainable, when I drink 8 glasses per day I can drop 3. I plan to walk on some of my evenings, when the sun is going down. It relaxes me in the evening.

Zoo Day

A day at the Zoo !

I want to thank God for allowing me to be able to do things with my family, to love them and to offer them service. I feel really blessed to have my family and friends. I am so grateful to God for giving me what I need to be able to serve them. I thank God for giving me the strength I need, and His love.

Yesterday we went to the Zoo. It was so much fun experiencing this with Jayden. He had fun and we looked at the animals and he learned some things. He absorbs everything he experiences. He was on his best behavior and his appetite was good, he had pizza, juice, popsicle. It was a good summer day for us. Ariel came and took lots of photos, I praise God for her.

Yesterday, I walked all over the zoo, got back in time for True Image and had a good workout. Zoe took us there again, it was cool. Then I came home and took a nice relaxing walk. Dana walked with me, we had good conversation. He misses Chris as I do. I got to see one of the Twins that were good friends of Chris. They are in college in Akron.

My eating is good, I need to drink more and more water. Last week I met my goal. I lost 3 pounds. This week I am aiming for 2 to 3 pounds loss. It is doable, drinking sufficient water, reducing carbs and increasing veggies. More salads this week, I need my Heinen salads not the Wendy’s Salads this week. If I do this I WILL meet my goal. I am excited about this week. Wednesday I see Ms. Juanita for a new do. Thursday Terri and I have scheduled some time to shop. Friday I am going to dinner with Bri. Fun, Fun, Fun ! Saturday I will go to David’s Bridal and order my dress and shoes. Fabulous ! Nicole looked wonderful Sunday in her dress. Nice curves !

Tuesday ! Yeah ! Tuesday !

Yesterday was extremely awesome ! I want to give ALL the praises to God ! For he alone gives me what I need to venture on in this journey. Thank You Lord for providing and caring for me and my family. Thank you for putting people in my life that care about me. Thank you for blessing me with a dear kind mother and father who showed me love. Through their example of love I have learned to love others. Thank you for them bringing me up to serve YOU.

My title today is Tuesday ! Yeah ! Tuesday ! It is what it is ! It is Tuesday and it is so rainy. I was afraid it would mess up my wedge cork heels, but it didn’t. I am sure all this rain will make for beautiful scerny in the days and weeks to come. This weekend I had lots of fun, I took a long walk with Hugo, Carmello and Tree. It felt so good to get out in the sun, relax and have fun. I went to the mall with Ariel after church on Sunday and we picked up some bargains at Forever 21. No I can’t wear there clothes, but I can rock the jewelry. The sermon on Sunday was awesome. The word keeps me encouraged to continue.

On Sunday, I also went to see the Wright Family, I love them so much. Eric passed away on Friday from a motor cycle accident. My first thought was Oh No, why ! That was my human response. Then God placed this in my heart, he knew the Lord, the family is strong and will continue to serve God, we all are passing through and must leave here to be with our Lord. This gave me comfort for the family. This is the 3rd child Sis Wright has lost. She helped me so much when Chris passed, I knew she understood. God has been so good to her. She was one of my mother’s oldest and best friends. They loved one another as sisters in Christ. My mother is the God mother to Molly, Sis Wright’s youngest who sang at my mother’s funeral. The Wright’s are family. We are bonded by our love for God as our Father.

Yesterday, now you talking about productive. I took care of some important stuff. Real important. Relieved some stress. Remember, a blog or so back I began to focus on Taking Care of Business. Well I am on a good path of productivity. I am so grateful to God for this change in me.

Today my supervisor made some really positive things about my growth and where she sees me going at our agency. This is encouraging during these economic times.

Sunday I got a awesome non fat yogurt with a lil chocolate syrup with fresh strawberries from the smoothie place at Beachwood Mall. Delicous, Delicous, Delicous. Then yesterday I went back and got a Pom Pun Smoothie, Delicious and filing. I am glad I found a non fat, natural sugar place to get summer treats. My eating has been awesome, my water intake is increasing. My workout yesterday was fantastic, Zoe lead our class, she is humorous and cares about our success. She pushes us and encourages as we workout. I love my ladies of True Image. Ariel is joining tonight. This will be fun and she will get an awesome workout experience. I wish everyone could come and benefit from this experience. We are just a close group. I thank God for sending me back to the ladies of True Image. Since my Saturday weigh in I have lost an additional 2 lbs. Meaning I have dropped a pound per day. Praise God ! I have been doing my guaranteed weight loss thing, which means, I workout hard, throw in a couple extra workouts, drink water and eat healthy, I added oatmeal at breakfast. Awesome, it is filling and has fiber. When I do this and believe and pray, I lose 3 to 4 pound per week. Sometimes it is difficult to do this week after week, but when I don’t I feel down and not as energized. Caffeine seems to help me too. I stay less hungry and I have a.m. energy. I pray for God’s help and help for those seeking a healthy lifestyle. I am almost at level 2 for True Image. I should meet this goal in the month of June.

I am exciting plans for Sunday after church ! Fun, Fun, Fun !!!!


Thank you Lord !

Taking Care of Business Continued

This morning I woke up with my mind of Jesus ! Yes I did ! I am grateful to know my creator and to have a personal relationship with HIM. He provides for me and keeps me moving. I am so glad for Jesus. Lord You are my savior and I honor You in my life. I pray my life is any example of others and that they see You living in me.

This morning I got up, got dressed and began Taking Care of Business. I made contact with two important pieces of business. I give praises to God for leading me to do this. Only the power of God could push me this way. It was not so awful and it felt good getting it off my list of things to do. One of the items I have to follow up with, I have completed the paperwork so now I will make a note to turn it in. Yes, 2 things down. Tomorrow I will make 2 calls that I need to do. One for me and another for Nique. Then Saturday at 10:30 I will take care of yet a VERY important piece of business, which will enable me to do another thing. In doing this on Saturday, I can follow up and take care of business next week. YES ! TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS !

Yesterday, I saw Ms. Juanita, yes, she continues to be awesome. She does a really good job at pampering her clients and taking time to answer questions and to give advice. Love her !!!!! She did my brows, I had did some plucking around, but she took it to a whole nother level. We had some discussion about my upcoming appointment. We also scheduled my appointment for Oren and Nicole’s wedding. Experience has taught me to book way ahead with Ms. Juanita, she has a solid clientele so I needed to get on the book.

I am feeling real good today. I like to accomplish things. Tonight I will workout, possibly do Zumba too J J J My eating has been good, I am pleased with my new lifestyle of eating healthy. The enemy is so sneaky, he tries to slip in and put negative thoughts in my head about my self image. I am working to push the thoughts and love me for who I am. God always shows me who I am in His special way.

TCB-Taking Care of Business - Starts Today

I am thanking God for placing in me the desire to step up and take care of business. I want God to work in me, but I need to do some things myself. God has extended his Grace and Favor on me and for this I am truly grateful. I want to go to sleep and wake up in a better place of peace. God continue to help me and send those to me that can encourage me on this journey.

TCB – I am on the beginning journey of taking care of business. I am writing down long term and short term goals for success. I can do this. I have fears and my fears stop have stopped me from moving forward on things I need to do. God I need your help right now. I will be taking a day by day approach to handling different areas of business in my life. I have begun today.

Life would be better for me. It is as if I am tormenting myself and burying myself in unnecessary worry. Today is the day.

Eating: I have been doing well, on Memorial Day, I took two walks and ate really, really healthy. Surprised, yeah me too ! My cuz is also on a path of healthy eating, so there was no BBQing for us. We had fruits and veggies and Green Tea. Yummy !

Saturday at weigh in I had a combined weight loss of 33 lbs. I was excited. Since March 1st God has worked in me to drop this weight. I am on a good journey with this. I am grateful that my cuz is on a better path of healthiness. I still have work to do but I am definitely encouraged by what has happened in my life. Friday evening I went to NY and Company and brought clothes. YES YES YES !!! I was a bit nervous that I would not be able to get into regular clothes store clothing. But I did and boy did I clean up. I got a pair of crop jeans, 2 pair of black crop pants, 1 pair white crop pants, 2 summer dresses, and 2 tops for 104 bucks. The crops were buy one get one for 75% off, yes ! And in addition to that I had a coupon which entitled me to spend 100 bucks get 40 bucks off. So even the first pair of crops were reduced by the 40% off and also the second pair, making the second pair a lil over 6 bucks. Fantastic ! The other items were clearance and were not discounted by the coupon, which was cool because the dresses were 10 dollars each, orginially 39.99. WOW. Oh I forgot this the young lady gave my other items a 15% discount just because ! She had worked to help me find items on the floor and was excited for me and gave a sister a extra discount. God’s favor J The best thing is now check this out is that when I got home I tried the black crops on and they were TOO BIG, so I have them in the car to take back and get a smaller size. So amazing !

Another thing, I am working along side my friend and she is training me some skills on proper make up application. I am in training to be a MUA. I love it. I am building a professional make up kit. I am also applying for a MAC Pro Card, how awesome. I am gathering things needed to send into MAC Cosmetics, then when it is approved I will receive a really nice discount on MAC products. Why was I at there counter yesterday, buying products :) I was able to find a really good working under eye concealer. I feel less tired so my eyes should look less tired :) I am staying encouraged about this venture. I am also gathering things to sell jewelry this summer, I love girly things.

I write these blogs to help me work through stuff and in a hope that someone can be blessed by it.