Hello Everyone!
Happy September! I really don't have much to share this week. Saturday I worked 13 hours at the farm inn...yes I went back=) I'm happy to be back there and see the people I work with and the "regulars" It seems I'll be working mostly all weekends so if there are things we need to plan for let us know!
Lucy and Lola went to the vet yesterday. Lola had the whole yearly shibang and Lucy had just a few shots and a couple things looked at. Lucy has put on a few more pounds which is frustrating. She also has a strip of hair loss down her tail. We've been so good at our nightly walks and cutting back on her food. The vet mentioned we could take a thyroid test but he thought it would more than likely come back negative for any problem. I think I'll be getting a second opinion. I was wondering if anyone out there has or knows someone who has had reiki or raindrop therapy done to their dog. I'm leaning towards raindrop therapy for now but eventually am interested in both. This fall they are offering classes on how to do both to your pets and am thinking of taking them. This will also give me the opportunity to meet crazy dog lovers like me=)
I'm loving the crisp autumn air and looking forward to the change of season. I've always been strictly a summer girl who likes it hot but as I've gotten a little older I appreciate the change of seasons. I'm looking forward to pumpkins, cornstalks and all the colors autumn brings!
Hope everyone is having a GREAT week!
Trudy Renee
“There is overwhelming evidence that the higher the level of self-esteem, the more likely one will be to treat others with respect, kindness, and generosity.”
—Nathaniel Branden
doctor, author
“To be rich in admiration and free from envy, to rejoice greatly in the good of others, to love with such generosity of heart that your love is still a dear possession in absence or unkindness - these are the gifts which money cannot buy.”
—Robert Louis Stevenson
(1850-1894); poet, essayist, author
“There is a wonderful mythical law of nature that the three things we crave most in life—happiness, freedom, and peace of mind—are always attained by giving them to someone else.”
—Peyton C. March
(1864-1955); General, US Army
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“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”~Dr. Seuss
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
The Christmas Sweater
I just got done listening to the Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck via book on cd. I loved it! Even if you don't care for his political views this story was so good!...and has nothing to do with politics.
The wonders of mint
I was happy to come across this beings I love my mint mojitos! I've been buying mint at the farmers market this summer. Tonight when I went there the mint was hard to come across but I found some and will soon be enjoying a mojito on the deck!
Fresh mint is the perfect ingredient for a great summer meal. Whether it’s served in a fruit salad, spring roll, fruit punch, or paired with a vegetable (see recipes below), this versatile herb is a great complement to a warm, sunny day.
In addition to its gorgeous taste and fragrance, mint is believed to hold potent healing properties. Most commonly used to settle stomachs and sooth the digestive tract, some studies have even suggested that mint may contain anti-cancer properties due to a phytonutrient it contains–perillyl alcohol. Does that justify drinking mint julips and mojitos for medicinal purposes?
Mint has been used for centuries for its healing powers, taste and aromatic qualities, and even has its place in ancient Greek mythology. According to legend, the green, fragrant herb used to be a beautiful nymph named Menthe. She was turned into a plant by jealous Persephone who didn’t appreciate her husband Pluto’s affection towards Menthe. Pluto could not turn the plant back into a nymph, but he could give it an appealing aroma
Fresh mint is the perfect ingredient for a great summer meal. Whether it’s served in a fruit salad, spring roll, fruit punch, or paired with a vegetable (see recipes below), this versatile herb is a great complement to a warm, sunny day.
In addition to its gorgeous taste and fragrance, mint is believed to hold potent healing properties. Most commonly used to settle stomachs and sooth the digestive tract, some studies have even suggested that mint may contain anti-cancer properties due to a phytonutrient it contains–perillyl alcohol. Does that justify drinking mint julips and mojitos for medicinal purposes?
Mint has been used for centuries for its healing powers, taste and aromatic qualities, and even has its place in ancient Greek mythology. According to legend, the green, fragrant herb used to be a beautiful nymph named Menthe. She was turned into a plant by jealous Persephone who didn’t appreciate her husband Pluto’s affection towards Menthe. Pluto could not turn the plant back into a nymph, but he could give it an appealing aroma
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Put in the Big Rocks First
I get all kind of inbox stuff to help me keep the positive outlook on life that I normally have day to day. This is from my Mr. Positive. I've seen this in a fwd. before but what a good little reminder=)
One day an expert in time management was speaking to a group of business students and,
to drive home a point, used an illustration those students will never forget. As he stood
in front of the group of high powered overachievers he said, "Okay, time for a quiz."
He pulled out a one-gallon, wide-mouthed Mason jar and set it on the table in front
of him. Then he produced about a dozen fist-sized rocks and carefully placed them,
one at a time, into the jar. When the jar was filled to the top and no more rocks
would fit inside, he asked, "Is this jar full?"
Everyone in the class said, "Yes."
Then he said, "Really?" He reached under the table and pulled out a bucket of gravel.
Then he dumped some gravel in and shook the jar causing pieces of gravel to work
themselves down into the space between the big rocks. Then he asked the group
once more, "Is the jar full?"
By this time the class was on to him. "Probably not," one of them answered. "Good!"
he replied.
He reached under the table and brought out a bucket of sand. He started dumping
the sand in the jar and it went into all of the spaces left between the rocks
and the gravel. Once more he asked the question, "Is this jar full?"
"No!" the class shouted.
Once again he said, "Good." Then he grabbed a pitcher of water and began to pour it
in until the jar was filled to the brim. Then he looked at the class and asked,
"What is the point of this illustration?"
One eager beaver raised his hand and said, "The point is, no matter how full your
schedule is, if you try really hard you can always fit some more things in it!"
"No," the speaker replied, "That's not the point. The truth this illustration teaches
us is: If you don't put the big rocks in first, you'll never get them in at all."
What are the 'big rocks' in your life? Your children; Your loved ones; Your education;
Your dreams; A worthy cause; Teaching or mentoring others; Doing things that you love;
Time for yourself; Your health; Your significant other?
Remember to put these BIG ROCKS in first or you'll never get them in at all. If you
sweat the little stuff (the gravel, the sand) then you'll fill your life with little
things you worry about that don't really matter, and you'll never have the real
quality time you need to spend on the big, important stuff (the big rocks).
So, tonight, or in the morning, when you are reflecting on this short story, ask
yourself this question: What are the 'big rocks' in my life? Then, put those in
your jar first."
One day an expert in time management was speaking to a group of business students and,
to drive home a point, used an illustration those students will never forget. As he stood
in front of the group of high powered overachievers he said, "Okay, time for a quiz."
He pulled out a one-gallon, wide-mouthed Mason jar and set it on the table in front
of him. Then he produced about a dozen fist-sized rocks and carefully placed them,
one at a time, into the jar. When the jar was filled to the top and no more rocks
would fit inside, he asked, "Is this jar full?"
Everyone in the class said, "Yes."
Then he said, "Really?" He reached under the table and pulled out a bucket of gravel.
Then he dumped some gravel in and shook the jar causing pieces of gravel to work
themselves down into the space between the big rocks. Then he asked the group
once more, "Is the jar full?"
By this time the class was on to him. "Probably not," one of them answered. "Good!"
he replied.
He reached under the table and brought out a bucket of sand. He started dumping
the sand in the jar and it went into all of the spaces left between the rocks
and the gravel. Once more he asked the question, "Is this jar full?"
"No!" the class shouted.
Once again he said, "Good." Then he grabbed a pitcher of water and began to pour it
in until the jar was filled to the brim. Then he looked at the class and asked,
"What is the point of this illustration?"
One eager beaver raised his hand and said, "The point is, no matter how full your
schedule is, if you try really hard you can always fit some more things in it!"
"No," the speaker replied, "That's not the point. The truth this illustration teaches
us is: If you don't put the big rocks in first, you'll never get them in at all."
What are the 'big rocks' in your life? Your children; Your loved ones; Your education;
Your dreams; A worthy cause; Teaching or mentoring others; Doing things that you love;
Time for yourself; Your health; Your significant other?
Remember to put these BIG ROCKS in first or you'll never get them in at all. If you
sweat the little stuff (the gravel, the sand) then you'll fill your life with little
things you worry about that don't really matter, and you'll never have the real
quality time you need to spend on the big, important stuff (the big rocks).
So, tonight, or in the morning, when you are reflecting on this short story, ask
yourself this question: What are the 'big rocks' in my life? Then, put those in
your jar first."
Friday, August 14, 2009
The Rainbows Right Around the Corner
Daily Soul Vitamin
The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain
~Dolly Parton
Toast of the Day
Here's to the rain that brings green and rainbows.
*The above was based on the Awe-Manac.
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Today has been rainy with a little thunder. I love days like this because then I don't have to feel guilty about not being outside and enjoying the nice day and can be inside getting things done. We are headed to the cities on Sunday to be with my cousin Tricia who has faced yet another heartbreak. Why are boys so dumb sometimes. One would think by the age of 31 They'd grow up a little. I'm just so super blessed to have found a good one! I will be there through the 24th. When I come back I job hunt.
The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain
~Dolly Parton
Toast of the Day
Here's to the rain that brings green and rainbows.
*The above was based on the Awe-Manac.
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Today has been rainy with a little thunder. I love days like this because then I don't have to feel guilty about not being outside and enjoying the nice day and can be inside getting things done. We are headed to the cities on Sunday to be with my cousin Tricia who has faced yet another heartbreak. Why are boys so dumb sometimes. One would think by the age of 31 They'd grow up a little. I'm just so super blessed to have found a good one! I will be there through the 24th. When I come back I job hunt.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Quote(s) of the week
When it rains on your parade, look up rather than down. Without the rain, there would be no rainbow.
~G.K Chesterton
Anyone who says sunshine brings happiness has never danced in the rain.
~Unknown
A happy heart is like good medicine, but a broken spirit drains your strength.
~Proverbs 17:22
Hi Everyone!
We have finally been able to hit the water some. This summer has not been the summer to sit poolside on most days. Yesterday we finally got to bring Amber to Door County. We ate at Al Johnsons (the place with the goats on the roof) and hung out at the beach in fish creek. It was a beautiful day up until 430ish when the clouds started rolling in. We finished the day with some custard and headed home. This is suppose to be the weekend that Amber goes back but I haven't heard from Deane in weeks after leaving many msgs. We are just enjoying every moment we can with her and are prepared for whatever happens. Today I plan to clean out the garage for the countless time this summer and straighen up the house that tends to never stay in order. Amber has a "band" with her friends and they've been working on their "concert" =D 10cents for whomever wants to come!
My plan is to find a job here in Green Bay instead of traveling the distance for the Farm Inn . I loved working there but it makes more sense that I'd stay in town. Amber and I tried out a new church this past Sunday and we both loved it and I'm hopeful I've finally found a church home for here.
Anyhoo, not much to report on but I'll continue to keep y'all updated on Amber and on my job search.
Keep enjoying what little bit of summer there is left!
Trudy Renee
Enjoy the perseid meteor shower if your able!
~G.K Chesterton
Anyone who says sunshine brings happiness has never danced in the rain.
~Unknown
A happy heart is like good medicine, but a broken spirit drains your strength.
~Proverbs 17:22
Hi Everyone!
We have finally been able to hit the water some. This summer has not been the summer to sit poolside on most days. Yesterday we finally got to bring Amber to Door County. We ate at Al Johnsons (the place with the goats on the roof) and hung out at the beach in fish creek. It was a beautiful day up until 430ish when the clouds started rolling in. We finished the day with some custard and headed home. This is suppose to be the weekend that Amber goes back but I haven't heard from Deane in weeks after leaving many msgs. We are just enjoying every moment we can with her and are prepared for whatever happens. Today I plan to clean out the garage for the countless time this summer and straighen up the house that tends to never stay in order. Amber has a "band" with her friends and they've been working on their "concert" =D 10cents for whomever wants to come!
My plan is to find a job here in Green Bay instead of traveling the distance for the Farm Inn . I loved working there but it makes more sense that I'd stay in town. Amber and I tried out a new church this past Sunday and we both loved it and I'm hopeful I've finally found a church home for here.
Anyhoo, not much to report on but I'll continue to keep y'all updated on Amber and on my job search.
Keep enjoying what little bit of summer there is left!
Trudy Renee
Enjoy the perseid meteor shower if your able!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Not everyone should be able to have children!
Today while at the pool, we stopped by the concession stand to grab a couple goodies. In front of us is 2 gals, and aprox 5 kids. Then entire time they are screaming at their kids to "GET OVER HERE" and "DON'T DO THAT" If your children are doing something you don't like ASK them to stay by you and if they don't step out of line and deal with the situation! Anyhoo there was a little girl there about age 3 who kept spitting on the ground where others are obviously walking around barefoot. Could the mother of asked her not to do that out of respect for everyone else?? I'm just baffled sometimes at the strange parenting.
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