Readeth then Soak

 Did I just say read?  Reading is so fundamental.
I know that sounds so like a school curriculum
advice from a teacher or something right?
But we got taught this is our homes, in
school and in our jobs. Learning is a part
of life.
Knowledge  puts us in an advantage to serve and
to help others. If we are not learning than
we are making and creating our own demise. A
death of knowledge is no good at all. 
Your home should be full of books. Not only
for ourselves but for our children, grandchildren
and great grand kids if we are so blessed
to have them.
Remember how awesome it was to learn that
the  simple letter "A" was to match with an object
so simple as an Apple? This type of excitement
should still be the same, even now.

 I know some of us have gotten away from to act of reading a whole book,
 but you can still  read short articles, like in the newspaper, magazines and even on
 a  bottle of medicine.
Ever read the stories in the Cracker Barrel Restaurant. Mind you they are short. But
quite interesting. Most people I can say can read short stories. So share and read
one together and then  add a different ending, just because.

You should have an array
of different books on your
shelf.
Informative and uplifting.
I love  Joyce Meyer.

 Educational books to help your
own life. Books for all aspects
of your life or maybe to help
someone else.
Adventure, writing, languages law, enjoyment and soul fulfilling the possibilities
are endless. Having a mind
full  of knowledge is more
sexy than any physical feature
I think.  Like Jeff Goldblum,
grrr well that's  my take on that anyway.

Of course you might be the person who likes creepy & scary.  Any
book that intrigues your interest will always be much better than the
movie by far.   So get those books out climb into a comfy position
and read away. Your brain is like a sponge, let it all soak in and
like will again be full of bubbles.

Proverbs 20:15   Gold there is and rubies in abundance
but lips that speak knowledge are a rare jewel.

Till the morrow. Be blessed 

RESTING

REST * * REST

I just to make a short blog today and talk 
about rest. It is so very important to take time
to rest. Some people can rest on only 5 hours  a day.
I had no problem. Then some people need rest for a 
full 8 hours and then theirs the people who cant function 
without having 10 or mores of rest.  For those people I 
seriously think they need some vitamins. 
What I am saying rest is very important. It helps 
us relieve tension, helps our bodies heal, helps 
us think clearer and work better. Heck even in Japan
a nap is required in the work place  and so is exercise,
but that is another subject.
Have you ever thought that the weight of the world
is actually on our shoulders? It is called gravity. It 
presses down on us. It causes strain on our bodies ,
muscles and bones. If it were not so important our
bodies would never want it. 
Ever know those people that can take a power nap? How can they 
go to sleep so fast? My power nap would have to be at least 4 hours. LOL kudos for those who can do a power nap.  
Take the time to rest, too each person, that rest for your body is important, no matter how short or long it is. It is what your body needs, so take care of  It and, listen to it and feel revived when you do rest.
The Lord thinks rest is so very important, that he put it in the Bible.

Matthew 11: 28-30 
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you REST,. Take
my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you
will find REST for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light 

Genesis 2: 2-3
By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing: so on the seventh
day he RESTED from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh day and made it
holy, because on it he RESTED from all the work of creating that he had done.



Till the morrow , May your rest be blessed.

Yeah! It's 2018, Now what?

 So here's to  another year. Are we going to do yet another one of 
our famous challenges? Or as the world calls them resolutions!
I must say that only 10% of the population will actually follow
through on their own resolutions.
The problem with this action is, of the child in all of us. Even if
we give ourselves this challenge, we all tend to rebel. Yes ,even
against ourselves. It's like us talking to ourselves and saying "
How dare you tell me I can"t have that"! or "I can't" do this" I
must admit we can be pretty stern, even to ourselves.

We start this action with such eagerness and enthusiasm.  We
clean our cupboards of bad food, we buy exercise equipment
that will get used maybe for a month and then start to collect 
cob webs or better yet a cloths catch all.
Don't be to hard on yourself.  Setting small goals is much better.
Taking the "I CANT'S "  and turn them into something that you 
CAN have.  I t really is very simple. 
If you really want to achieve your goal, then you must study the 
plan first. A mental goal is needed as much as a physical goal.
We are not gonna be perfect. Remember the phrase" practice 
makes perfect" ? Well that means the more you work at it, the better
you will get at it. The more it will be a habit for the good.
So what ever goal, you are working towards, make sure you pat 
your own self on the back each day. If you fall down, get back 
up as fast as you can, and brush  it off. 
Forgiving yourself is such a big step. And I believe it is a big
part of our own success. 

Word of Wisdom

In the infinite wisdom of our FATHER IN HEAVEN , He wants us all
to be successful.  He sets guidelines to help us. He's a very smart
dude by the way.  There is so much garbage in the world that is 
made to taste sweet. We humans LOVE sweet. In any form.  With
anything we do,  we have to follow guidelines. Sometimes we just
have to THINK about them a bit more. If you don't, the results can
be catastrophic. Does the world care? No !the world does not. Do
some people in the world care? Yes! they do.
 We have to not only  feed our bodies but our spirits as well . Our
spirits are just as important. 
There is food that nourishes us unlike physical food. This can only
be found in the word of God. He is the master designer. He loved
us so much to give us all this plan. We just have to study it like any
thing else we do and  follow it. People make it so hard, I do not know
why. it is very simple.

John 4:14  But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him
shall never thirst: but the water that I shall give in him a well of water
springing up into everlasting life>

With all the things that they put in our food and drink now a days we
have to be so careful. We have to take care of ourselves.  We must
read all the labels, know the words that will harm us and take action.

John 6:27  Do not the work for food that spoils, but for the food that endures
to eternal like, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father
has placed his "seal of approval "

HOW awesome is that right!  

So I am challenging you to study your Goal. If it is food than awesome. if
it is to read more, very cool. If it is to even clean out your garage and
organize it then make a plan. Make your basket pretty. 
Till the morrow as always, Many Blessings

Peanut Butter & Banana

Who loves peanut butter ? Who loves banana? We I can say  yes
to both of these delightful entities. I mean really, my mamma
use to make peanut butter and banana sandwiches as well as
banana and mayo ( German) when I was growing up.
Bringing back these foods together is a must in anyone's life
with a smiling face of nostalgic memories  of childhood,
Most kids love these two wonderful food so someone thought
" let put them together". and so it shall live in infamy.
Since I have started making tons of protein shakes since October
of 2016 I have come up with many different varieties, this being
one of them. OK mom it's not in a sandwich, but it still is being
added together with a twist of honey on top.
Introducing my Peanut Butter and Banana Protein Shake.

Looks Delish

I will say any time that you can add a delightful protein shake into your

daily diet is a big A+.  They will the hit  spot every time. Curb you sweet

craving and fill you up.

Bring back some childhood memories of sweet things you had, mix

them up, well if they can be added together without tasting blah.

So today's advice is to  go and have fun. Smile and share it with 

other people and your day will positive. May your elements be

gifted together for everyone else to see, a shining light.

Till the morrow, have a blessed day.

Peanut Butter & Banana Protein Shake

200 ml   Califa Toasted Coconut /Almond Milk

3 Tsp of Ground Flax

2 Scoops of Vanilla Whey Powder EAS

2 Sweet N Low

1 tsp Banana Extract 

3 Tbsp of BP Fit Powdered Peanut Butter

1 Frozen Medium Banana

4-5 pieces of Ice ( if you want a bit more thick )

Drizzle of Honey for the top

Blend Well and enjoy

I use my wonderful Nutra- Ninja Blender

FYI: Califa Milk is sugar free, non-dairy,gluten free,soy free

Available at Publix, New Leaf and Health Food Stores

Never a Dull Moment

I say if you can make each day brighter, then you should go for it. You should the light in someone else;s  life. At least this is my thoughts for everyday that I wake up. I say " Lord" whom can I make laugh today while I am busy?. What can I do to uplift another?
There is one thing that i love about "Snapchat App" is it's filters. The
different characters, the sunglasses, or funky hats, animals, voice changers are all right up my ally. It may not be in your ally but that is ok. Life can be fun. I do not depend on others to make me happy, I depend on myself to do that. Of course when things I see or watch a video's, that  make me laugh then they have done their duty, same like me I hope.
Making the most out of life is a challenge. Well not really, it is natural for me to be silly. I learned to have a sense of humor from non other than my beautiful mother.
My Lord and Savior has taught me to make others smile, to listen and help. If I am in the service of others I am in the service of him.

Matthew 25: 35-40
35 For I was hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger and ye took me in.  36  Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison and ye came unto me.  37  Then shall the righteous answer him, saying , Lord, when saw we thee a hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink?
38  When saw we thee a stranger and took thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?
40 And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as
ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethern, ye have done it unto me.
Remember each day as you awake be thankful, be happy, smile as much as you
can and make each moment, never a dull moment.
Till we meet again on the morrow. Blessings.

Relax and Meditate

I just wanted  to say how very important it is to relax and meditate. Each
day we should take a few minutes to breath in the air that surrounds us
and feel the energy of the earth. To listen to the quiet sounds of mother
nature.
Each day we are all rushed into our daily activities. From the moment
we wake, till end of the day. I just wanted to share the possibilities of
making those moments count. I am not ashamed to say that I believe
in Jesus Christ, the son of the living God. He is in my the thoughts, actions
and in my deeds. To take just a few minutes each day to pray, give thanks
and to have the help & guidance I require. To pray over my family and friends
and for those who need of it.
Each moment we share with others, is service. It is to uplift, and share others
burdens who are in need. By taking a few moments of relaxation and meditation
we can center our lives. Even if you are one that does not believe in Christ you
can meditate to help yourself and others. Looking for a brighter day to share with,
to be positive in all that you can,  definitely bring positive energy around you
as well. There is to much negativity in this world, it brings unhappiness.
I employ that you take a few minutes each day to chill and relax.
This is my CD I love. But I will play a another one  I like also. Celtic
ones are so relaxing.

Hope that you take a few moments each day, to meditate and relax. This is my
blessing for you. Positive energy your way~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Till the Morrow many blessings..

Not Just a Bucket

Each day we wake up we are obligated to do the chores. In what  ever job we do where it me a housewife, industrial, hospital or food industry we need to clean up.
I want you to think of this bucket that we do our best clean ups as "Not just a bucket"

When I was a child this was indeed a very big bucket . Carrying this 500 pound thing
(so I thought it was )  around our home was such a task. With ten kids and two adults,
 you bet your sweet Bippy this house got crazy dirty. We had no carpet so the floors
were constantly  dirty  with , leaves, dust,and fingerprints. But mom was the  wisest and
had us clean from one end of the house to the other.
This dreaded chore so I thought would never come to an end.

Of course little did I understand that this bucket would carried through out my
whole life.  Even' if I did not fully understand at the age of seven, this bucket
would mean so much more.
My mother did notice that when it came to cleaning the house this little girl
would have a fret upon her face. All I could see was this big bucket and all
the rooms in the house. Which was 10 rooms altogether.
Mother then would explain to me why this job was so important. With stern
and caring eyes she would unfold my arms and hug me, tell me that first we
needed to look at the bucket. She said this bucket is round. And it is has lost
it's shine. But still this bucket carries more than it's weight in water. The water
was once clean. Each time we are mopping the floors, they too were once dirty
and now are clean. We have a chance each day to make this happen. Each day
we have another try at keeping our home clean. We should be thankful that we
have a home.
That the Lord provided a roof for our safety. That we have tile floors to walk
on instead of no floors at all. We should be thankful that we have beds to sleep
on and sweep under.
We should be thankful for work we are given it helps us appreciate what we have.
This  bucket has been emptied each day and new water has been put inside. Think
of this bucket ,like yourself.
We too are a home. We sometimes get dirty inside and we have a way to clean
ourselves, not only with water but threw repentance. Each day we get too try again.
Each day we can be thankful for all that we have. Then she reminded me that this
bucket is also a service bucket.it helps us be happy when we help our families, it
can also help others who  cannot clean there homes themselves. When we do service
we are in the service of our Lord. Oh this is not just a bucket, it is Love filled with
water everyday.
So in this wise remarkable bucket I now have in my home, is filled with dirty water.
It reminds me each time, of all the things i am thankful for.
I am happy to be a housewife, house mother, house grandma.  I am glad my Lord
has faith in me too do the service for my family and others. To not shirk my duties
and be proud that I can serve him each day. This bucket can remind me that each day
we can be renewed. Each day we can be forgiven, each day our home inside can be
filled with clean water. And even if our floors get dirty, we can  learn how to clean
them a bit bettereach day. No,  this is not just a bucket, it is Love.