Thinking school clothes yet? This year I may be forced to explore the possibility of big and tall clothing for my oldest son who is well over 6 feet tall. Hopefully I will find some deals because I can see this setting me back a bit. He’s got good taste, too, so I’m sure he’ll be choosing only the best of everything.
Diamonds…my birth stone…I’ve always felt fortunate to have these beautiful gems as my birth stone. Gives me all the more reason to collect diamond jewelry. Not that I’m looking at the moment, but certified diamonds are a lovely diversion to behold. Something pleasant to drool over when you have a moment. Make sure you know the value of your diamonds before you buy to ensure you do not lose money on your investment.
Need some inspiration for good ways to use August? Since I have a bit of extra time on my hands that I am focusing on family right now, I have been thinking precisely about these things…here are a few ideas I came up with!
I am thoroughly enjoying the beautiful excuse I have to be lazy this summer. Nothing like a brand new baby to slow you down and shift your priorities a bit. Not concerning myself with anything that does not directly impact my family at this point…no room for even wondering what extenze might be…nope…not even curious!
Seeing the summer through the eyes of my children is a blessing I’ve not had in years!
The hustle and bustle has dissipated temporarily as everyone but the baby and I are at a ballgame. I look around me at the mess and disorder and then I look at my tiny newborn as she nurses in my arms. Suddenly the need to restore order pales to the awesome miracle I hold in my arms. The mess will wait. In fact, cleaning up messes is very similar to shoveling in a blizzard and equally as fruitless. I’m doing something far more important…so important that former cares about term life insurance quote…while all well and fine…will just have to wait.
The quiet helps me regain my focus and vision. A brand new beginning…and I get to not only watch it unfold, but I get the supreme privilege of molding and guiding it.
Yes…it took my tiny new daughter to help me relearn what is important. Right now, the most important thing to do is slow down and get her off to a good start. In the midst of all of the distractions, I must allow myself to focus mainly on her and me. She needs my breastmilk supply to be adequate and I need to slow down to accomplish this.
That means no worrying about nonessential things like the latest and best wrinkle creams out there. Time enough for that later.
…the arrival of:
Rachel arrived on July 7, 2010 at 9:14 p.m. weighing 7 lbs 14 oz and 21 inches long.
It was a long induction…36 hours to be exact…and it was filled with ups and downs…but God is faithful and always provides when we need it.
My worries about things like anti wrinkle cream are over for now…now I am thinking more along the lines of baby poop, sleeping and feedings.
She’s a sweet little princess and we are loving her.
When you are interested in weight loss, my advice is to approach it from a sensible and long-term standpoint instead of trying to make huge changes overnight. These huge changes are usually not permanent because they are so uncomfortable and unnatural that you cannot sustain them for long. Instead, if you make small changes that involve healthy portions, choices and sensible meals, you can make these changes last a lifetime.
No, you won’t see big changes in your body overnight…or perhaps even in a week or a month…but they will come…as will better health and more energy.
I’m about to take my own advice as soon as I have this baby. I will be breastfeeding, so no crash diets for me…but I will also be eating sensibly and moderately to stay healthy and allow my body to regain my former healthy weight.
It’s summer! Are you still exercising outdoors or have you moved your strenuous working out indoors where it’s cooler? I’m not talking about anything too strenuous along the lines of hgh or anything…but let’s face it…we still need to workout even when it’s warm.
Some Workout Tips for Warm Weather:
* Cut back on your exercise duration and intensity when it’s very warm – especially when you’re are not accustomed to the heat yet.
* Don’t exercise during the hottest times of the day. Pick a shady exercise or use an air-conditioned facility on the hottest days.
* Drink all the way through your workout.
* Monitor your heart rate and slow down if you don’t feel right.
* Train with a buddy when it’s hot.
* Watch out for heat stress: nausea, dizziness, headache, feeling chilled, muscle cramps, breathlessness and reduced sweating. Stop exercise, get where it’s cool and rehydrate yourself.
I’ve never been one for supplements and I wouldn’t have a clue about what might be the best protein powder out there. I do know that I tend to feel better physically, however, if I am eating more protein. I think I frequently short-change myself in the protein department and hence, I just don’t have the stamina to keep going when I otherwise would.
Eating more protein certainly wouldn’t be unpleasant…who would turn down more meat or another scoop of ice cream? Certainly not me. I’m not sure why protein always seems to be lacking in my diet but it seems like it would be an enjoyable problem to fix.
