MORNIN'. Blessings to you. Did you have a good Christmas? What have you got planned today?
I watched the 1994 version of LITTLE WOMEN on the tele last night because I was craving visiting that time era with the lovely clothing, hair styles, interior decorating and subject matters. I love the greenery that is placed inside the March's home for Christmas time. I believe it is something I can imitate. With Christmas behind us, Epiphany is before us, then Valentines. There are other televised version of LITTLE WOMEN, but I am fond of this one for so many reasons.
Which daughter is the most like yourself? A little of each, I think. I definitely was a TOMBOY growing up that would enjoy writing, doing art and playing a piano. Later, I desired the finer things in life and became a HOMEMAKER with children encouraging my Husband's career. Nowadays, I still enjoy the finer things in LIFE, decorating, writing, art, music and family ties. I am in no means a little woman.
Our COTTAGE greenery will remain up for a few weeks as I am not ready to put it away for the year. We did not decorate the porch except for wreaths on the doors due to being occupied with decluttering the COTTAGE which was a priority. After visiting the Sapulpa Route 66 CHUTE, I have lots of decorating ideas to keep on the back burner for next year.
Cloudy outside with temps in the 30s hopefully rising to the 50s this afternoon. This will encourage walking for exercise. AND AWAY I SHALL GO.
Stepping backwards. There was no Christmas music available on the radio stations when we were traveling HOME from our Oklahoma CHRISTMAS the day after. I was hungry for it and none was to be found. The CD player in our car isn't working so I depend on the radio. The day after Christmas things returned to regular programming which I wasn't ready for. Still in a Christmas mood.
FUTURE PLANS. About October next year, I will check out the contents for the porch decor, then in the later part of November while the weather is still somewhat mild, I think we ought to wrap the tree bases in the yard with lights and put up the porch lights with garland. The day after THANKSGIVING put out the Nativity Scene. Closer to Christmas, deck out the porch Christmas garland with individual items to brighten up the garland such as faux snowflakes, oversized bulbs, giant jingle bells. The Christmas tree will be set up right after Thanksgiving along with the greenery all over again. A good plan for now.
This WINTER, I really should go to the cellar and thin out the Christmas decor. When we hit a nice day, I will need to work on the storage unit getting it thinned out as well and ready to completely empty it. The $85 it cost each month can be used in a better way such as savings for everyday living, toward a new car, a much needed vacation, Home repairs for when appliances need worked on or replaced.
A new BUDGET will be looked at over the HOLIDAYS. It's a simple BUDGET which cannot be ignored. I have plans on how to operate our HOME FINANCES in a different way. Day after PAY DAY, I believe I should write out all the checks for expected bills and have them ready to go for the month instead of writing them out as we go during the month. I tend to fret on did I pay that bill...I can't remember...oh yes, I did pay that bill. My mind would be at ease knowing it was already done instead of fretting over it.
In January, I'd like to go see my MOM in Iowa. With it being wintertime, I will have to really watch the weather forecast to make sure the traveling weather is good. https://www.almanac.com/winter-extended-forecast-farmers-almanac. May be a mild WINTER.
CALORIE COUNT. Yesterday, I had celery with peanut butter for breakfast with water. Lunch was a modest salad of sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, a handful of blueberries, cup of cottage cheese sprinkled with cinnamon, small amount of feta cheese.
Supper was small amount of roast beef, noodles and green beans. Snack was Chaos popcorn with some thin ginger snaps. Water throughout the day. I made a lemon water at one point. Trying to remember to do this. I was FAITHFUL taking ALL my vitamins and minerals. First time in a long time.
I don't know why I can't seem to stick with taking these everyday. Back to it. This is what I will concentrate on for improved health.
I'm monitoring my blood pressure and edema more thorough. The edema in my feet has virtually disappeared since I stopped taking the HCTZ and blood pressure meds. When ever one has a potassium deficiency, the blood pressure rises and edema happens. Water pills cause electrolyte deficiencies. It seems like a horrible cycle taking water pills. What is suppose to help with the edema causes deficiencies with electrolytes which causes HBP issues. Vicious circle.
It's been about a month since I stopped taking the water pills with Olmesartan. A MONTH. The swelling in my feet is nearly gone. My blood pressure is in a pretty good range. After reading about Olmesartan, I understand that diabetics are not suppose to take it. duh. Why was I?
Some of the meds I have been taking I think are deliberately designed to cause a rise in one's glucose, lipids and encourage weight gain. Disgusting. I am now OFF of the meds I was taking that encouraged weight gain, diabetes, high cholesterol and edema. Can you believe this? I can.
With a NEW YEAR coming, will I be doing things differently? Yes. I have purposed in my heart to simplify, disregard weight, exercise, write a book, work on a doll house, sew, garden, paint rooms in the COTTAGE, get more organized, yes.
SELF CARE will be a huge priority with mindful eating. I watched a wonderful video of Annette Reeders and she shared about how the food industry wants you addicted to their foods which have chemicals that shuts off natural indicators to when you are full to where you keep eating. I agree. The pharmaceutical companies want you addicted to their drugs to where you are a cash cow to the system. I agree. I think that the meds are designed to cause other health issues that you will willingly take additional meds.
When one has their eyes opened to the truth, it should become one's responsibility to decide what to do with this information? I have done a horrible job of changing for the better. I vow to do BETTER.
I will be mindful of what I am eating and drinking.
~d
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