A Note of Encouragement

Good morning to all my wonderful friends!

Just a note to remind you to put all your trust in the Lord.

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The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.

They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.

Psalm 37:18, 19

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☺Hope

ChangeOne – It’s not a “Diet”

Do you desire lasting satisfaction that will forever change the way you eat?

Read more: ChangeOne – Lose Weight, Forever!

☺ Hope

Suburban Life Near the River

Dear Laura,

I had just written to you yesterday about how we occasionally see a deer in the neighborhood. Here’s proof...

Around 5:40 this morning, I looked out my front window and saw two deer meandering up the sidewalk, past my house. I told my daughter and we grabbed our cameras and headed out in pursuit of the deer.

We attempted a stealthy approach, but Of course, the deer saw us and immediately stepped lively, quickly increasing the distance between them and us.

My daughter exclaimed, “I can’t believe we are out chasing deer in our bathrobes and barefoot! “

I had to zoom in to get even this photo…poor as it is.

☺Hope

Comments: the Fellowship of Blogging

Hello dear Readers,

I have Comments now switched to “Allow” in my Daily Diary Blog, so if you want to drop in and visit, I would love to hear from you. {Comments = Fellowship ☺.}

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I blog regularly about my wonderful new diet plan, so join me if you too are looking to shed a pound or two.

I am increasing my daily exercise, too; you can read about my progress and share your own exercise tips with me.

Spring into action. Enjoy life.

☺Hope

Happy Mother's Day!

I just love the joy expressed in this picture.

This is the reason I love being a mother.

Happy Mother's Day!

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A Serious Diet

Yes. It is time for that difficult life changing decision. Today is the start of a 13-week quest to lose 15 pounds.

I am going to document this process, for better or worse, in my Diary.

Someone said that you’ve got to have a plan to lose weight. Was that you?

Well, I’ve got a plan.

My plan:

• Eat 1300 calories a day
• Use a pedometer to measure my steps and encourage me to get out walking (10,000 steps is supposedly equal to between 4 or 5 miles, depending upon the person)
• Do 20-Minute Workout Exercise at least 3 times a week
• Drink lots of water or herb tea (without sweetener)
• Relax and enjoy some fun foods on Saturdays
• Weigh myself once a week

I may make some changes to that plan as I find out if and how it is working for me.

If you are in the same boat and need a friend, come join me in my journey to a (more) slender self.

☺Hope

To an Old Friend

Dear Friend,

I miss you and think of you often.

I took this photo yesterday and made it into a greeting card. It made me think of you and the cards I used to send to you. You can imagine receiving this card in the mail as you read this letter.

Spring days are lovely, cool, and full of the freshness of life. The garden is well underway.

We are all so busy here…some getting ready for tests and high school diplomas…some applying and registering for college this fall…some looking a new job or summer employment…some preparing for graduating from college.

Summer will be a welcome change from studies.

Today, a friend is coming at lunchtime. We will have our visit on the deck by the pool. I want to show her Bill’s garden.

Thinking of you…

☺ Hope