These look to be so much fun. So if, like me, you want to try something new - that sound like fun, this is it.
poprs.blogspot.com/2009/01/poprs-new-years-giveaway-unleashed.html
Go put in your entry - today through January 11th.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Saturday, January 3, 2009
OK Weight loss FACTS
Reader's Digest. com January book got me. On the cover proclaims there are 13 things that NO ONE ever tells you about weight loss. So of course I had to buy this one.
In a nutshell - here it is:
Fascinating facts behind the new fat-busting science.....yeah it is a science (and one heck of an industry)
1) It REALLY is Genetic
2) Some people just have MORE fat cells
3) You CAN change your Metabolism
4) Stress FATTENS you up
5) Mom's Pregnancy SEALED your Fate
6) Sleep MORE, lose MORE
7) Your SPOUSE'S weight MATTERS
8) A VIRUS CAN cause Obesity
9) Cookies really ARE ADDICTIVE
10) Ear Infections CAN Taint your Taste Buds
11) Antioxidants are Also ANTI-FAT
12) Pick a diet - ANY diet
13) You Can Be fat AND fit.
Lets see, I can blame it all on my mom and work and lack of sleep ...... see I just knew it wasn't my fault.
No seriously - you should go read the entire article - but it did make me feel better about all the things I've been doing. I really did know many of the things that were outlined in this article, but its nice to see it validated in print.
In a nutshell - here it is:
Fascinating facts behind the new fat-busting science.....yeah it is a science (and one heck of an industry)
1) It REALLY is Genetic
2) Some people just have MORE fat cells
3) You CAN change your Metabolism
4) Stress FATTENS you up
5) Mom's Pregnancy SEALED your Fate
6) Sleep MORE, lose MORE
7) Your SPOUSE'S weight MATTERS
8) A VIRUS CAN cause Obesity
9) Cookies really ARE ADDICTIVE
10) Ear Infections CAN Taint your Taste Buds
11) Antioxidants are Also ANTI-FAT
12) Pick a diet - ANY diet
13) You Can Be fat AND fit.
Lets see, I can blame it all on my mom and work and lack of sleep ...... see I just knew it wasn't my fault.
No seriously - you should go read the entire article - but it did make me feel better about all the things I've been doing. I really did know many of the things that were outlined in this article, but its nice to see it validated in print.
The rush is over ........ SO
If you are going to really make New Years Resolutions or make 2009 Attitude Changes or 2009 Goals, now is the time to do it.
The rush of "You've GOT to make a resolution" or the guilt trip that many put on you to MAKE a Resolution that you will probably break anyway, has passed. So now you can decide what it is that you want to accomplish in 2009.
The other day my local paper listed 10 "steps" to get you closer to your 2009 Resolutions. Some of them I thought were pretty good. So here you go:
1) Take Ninety Days.
Pick something you want to accomplish or change in your life within the next 90 day. 90 Days is a much more manageable amount of time than a year and allows you to reach that "goal" and see the results.
2) What to Subtract.
Pick something that you want to be "gone" or "not doing" and are willing to commit to not being in your life in the next 90 days.
3) What to Add.
Pick something that is currently NOT in your life and that you are willing to commit to being in your life in the next 90 days.
4) Choose One.
Look at steps 2 and 3. Pick ONE to accomplish in the next 90 days. And then set to doing it. This way you can focus on ONE thing at a time and accomplish more in 1 year then you could otherwise.
5) Write it Down.
I love this one. It does not matter how strong your memory is, its still not as strong as the weakest link. There is a power in writing things down. It reminds us of what we want to do.
6) Find a model.
Look for people or a person who has already accomplished what you want to do and follow their "trail". Successful people ALWAYS leave a trail for others to follow - you just have to look for it.
7) Create a map.
You wouldn't venture across country in a car without a map, why would you try to accomplish anything without the doing the same. Write down the steps you will follow (or others have followed) to accomplish your task - so you can make sure you don't miss anything along the way.
8) Be consistent.
Its rarely one big effort that accomplishes a goal - but small CONSISTENT steps taken each and every day can help achieve that goal.
9) Schedule a future action.
Some people look at this as a "reward", others just look at it as the "next step". If you want to lose weight - break it down into manageable "mini" goals and figure out a "reward" for each goal that doesn't involve food. A manicure, a pedicure, a new sweater, you get the idea.
10) Maintain and celebrate.
It is so easy to reach that goal and then stop. How many times have you reached a goal that was for a special event, turn around and have to start all over again? We need to keep track of what worked and keep doing it. But remember to give yourself a pat on the back (ie a little celebration that doesn't set you back) and continue doing what works. Then set the next 90 day goal.
You CAN do it. Baby Steps - one at a time, and 90 days from now you will be that much further along on this journey we call LIFE.
The rush of "You've GOT to make a resolution" or the guilt trip that many put on you to MAKE a Resolution that you will probably break anyway, has passed. So now you can decide what it is that you want to accomplish in 2009.
The other day my local paper listed 10 "steps" to get you closer to your 2009 Resolutions. Some of them I thought were pretty good. So here you go:
1) Take Ninety Days.
Pick something you want to accomplish or change in your life within the next 90 day. 90 Days is a much more manageable amount of time than a year and allows you to reach that "goal" and see the results.
2) What to Subtract.
Pick something that you want to be "gone" or "not doing" and are willing to commit to not being in your life in the next 90 days.
3) What to Add.
Pick something that is currently NOT in your life and that you are willing to commit to being in your life in the next 90 days.
4) Choose One.
Look at steps 2 and 3. Pick ONE to accomplish in the next 90 days. And then set to doing it. This way you can focus on ONE thing at a time and accomplish more in 1 year then you could otherwise.
5) Write it Down.
I love this one. It does not matter how strong your memory is, its still not as strong as the weakest link. There is a power in writing things down. It reminds us of what we want to do.
6) Find a model.
Look for people or a person who has already accomplished what you want to do and follow their "trail". Successful people ALWAYS leave a trail for others to follow - you just have to look for it.
7) Create a map.
You wouldn't venture across country in a car without a map, why would you try to accomplish anything without the doing the same. Write down the steps you will follow (or others have followed) to accomplish your task - so you can make sure you don't miss anything along the way.
8) Be consistent.
Its rarely one big effort that accomplishes a goal - but small CONSISTENT steps taken each and every day can help achieve that goal.
9) Schedule a future action.
Some people look at this as a "reward", others just look at it as the "next step". If you want to lose weight - break it down into manageable "mini" goals and figure out a "reward" for each goal that doesn't involve food. A manicure, a pedicure, a new sweater, you get the idea.
10) Maintain and celebrate.
It is so easy to reach that goal and then stop. How many times have you reached a goal that was for a special event, turn around and have to start all over again? We need to keep track of what worked and keep doing it. But remember to give yourself a pat on the back (ie a little celebration that doesn't set you back) and continue doing what works. Then set the next 90 day goal.
You CAN do it. Baby Steps - one at a time, and 90 days from now you will be that much further along on this journey we call LIFE.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Go Green ........
If you are thinking about "going green" in 2009 - or if you've already started, check out these bags ...
http://susannahbananaboutique.blogspot.com/2009/01/hotsacks.html
A wonderful way to help save our Earth and stop filling those landfills with things that aren't biodegradable or take forever and a day to breakdown.
http://susannahbananaboutique.blogspot.com/2009/01/hotsacks.html
A wonderful way to help save our Earth and stop filling those landfills with things that aren't biodegradable or take forever and a day to breakdown.
So Many Creative People Out There
I have been "wandering" around for what I now see has been about 4 HOURS, checking out some of the blogs that are being followed by people I "follow". This lead to even more blogs to look at. Which will end up being added to my list of "blogs I love to follow".
The point is - there are some really very creative people that share their blogs with us. I've seen blogs from some extremely creative cooks. I've seen some blogs from some very savvy product critics who also share their good fortune with giveaways. And I've read some blogs that have really beared the soul of the writers.
Some have made me hungry even though we had a great dinner (New Years Day "special"). Some have made me laugh (so that my kids think I've lost my mind). Some have made me cry and at times think - but for the grace of God go I. And some that have made me realize in many ways, we are all so very alike yet so very different.
This could become a very addictive process. The more you read, the more you want to read. Good thing my kids are "older" and can fend for themselves (most of the time) and during the week my husband works like a fiend, late into the evening - or I may be accused of neglecting them.
Thank you all for sharing your lives, loves, upsets and concerns. You all have made some wonderful "friends" and I've been honored to view a little part of your world these past few weeks.
The point is - there are some really very creative people that share their blogs with us. I've seen blogs from some extremely creative cooks. I've seen some blogs from some very savvy product critics who also share their good fortune with giveaways. And I've read some blogs that have really beared the soul of the writers.
Some have made me hungry even though we had a great dinner (New Years Day "special"). Some have made me laugh (so that my kids think I've lost my mind). Some have made me cry and at times think - but for the grace of God go I. And some that have made me realize in many ways, we are all so very alike yet so very different.
This could become a very addictive process. The more you read, the more you want to read. Good thing my kids are "older" and can fend for themselves (most of the time) and during the week my husband works like a fiend, late into the evening - or I may be accused of neglecting them.
Thank you all for sharing your lives, loves, upsets and concerns. You all have made some wonderful "friends" and I've been honored to view a little part of your world these past few weeks.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Mamma Mia .........
Have you seen the movie? Do you want to?
Hop on over to http://www.5minutesforgiveaways.com/65/mamma-mia-dvd/
and give it a shot - you could be watching this for the first time - or watching again to remember all the laughs and good times.
Hop on over to http://www.5minutesforgiveaways.com/65/mamma-mia-dvd/
and give it a shot - you could be watching this for the first time - or watching again to remember all the laughs and good times.
Everything Up Close: Envirosax Review & Giveaway!
Want to do something good for the environment AND look "stylish" doing it? Here's a great way to do it.
Everything Up Close: Envirosax Review & Giveaway!
Sometimes I think ladies in the supermarket think I'm the local "bag lady" when I come in to do my shopping, since I've "collected" a few bags to do my part. Heck, I even use them when I go to BJ's to do my warehouse shopping. They love me in the parking lot.
Every one of my bags are different, but not one is like these. I will be getting one of these too.
Everything Up Close: Envirosax Review & Giveaway!
Sometimes I think ladies in the supermarket think I'm the local "bag lady" when I come in to do my shopping, since I've "collected" a few bags to do my part. Heck, I even use them when I go to BJ's to do my warehouse shopping. They love me in the parking lot.
Every one of my bags are different, but not one is like these. I will be getting one of these too.
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