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August 24, 2011

Get Up and Go

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Life,Life's Little Hiccups — gardener @ 9:01 am

There is this old saying that says- “My get up and go has got up and went.” I always thought that was funny until I realized recently that is exactly how I feel. I’ve actually given it quite a bit of thought as to why I seem to be so motivated for some things, and yet others (like exercise) seem to be like pulling teeth to get me motivated to do.

It finally hit me earlier today that I think the reason is because my mind has been so busy with constant thoughts that I really am tired mentally and it’s making me too tired to consider exercise. Ok- I do ‘consider’ it- but that’s about as far as it goes. I am going to try to figure out a way around this and adapt the catch phrase- ‘just do it’. If it works for Nike- it should work for me. I know I’ll feel much better- both mentally and physically and my body will thank me.

Now to put those words into practice.

August 18, 2011

Being Grateful

Filed under: Gratitude,Life — gardener @ 10:23 am

Today I have been thinking about all the good things in my life and I know that there are many. It doesn’t mean that I don’t have bad days- or that nothing frustrating or even bad ever happens to me, because it does. It just means that I try to see things from a perspective of gratitude and happiness and even when thingsi seem to be a little crazy- I know there are lessons to be learned if I’m willing to be open to receive and see them.

So today- I’m sharing a few of the things I’m grateful for. I like to look back on these things from time to time and reflect. If you’ve never tried taking a moment to think about the things in your life that you’re grateful for- I highly recommend it. It could make a huge difference in your life.

My Gratitude List for August 18, 2011.

Today I’m grateful for:

  • Coming home and finding a package in the mail.   A suprise from a new and already, very dear friend. 
  • Having my first cupcake order- that I will create and deliver tomorrow.  Today I started some of the prep-work.   It’s an exciting time.
  • The fact that very soon my parents will be coming over for a visit and we have many adventures and travels planned.  It’s going to be so fun.
  • The crispness in the air that can only symbol that fall is on its way.
  • Sleeping late after having a really hard time sleeping as of late.

August 17, 2011

Cooling Off

Filed under: Life,Seasons — gardener @ 1:25 pm

I’ve noticed the past couple of days that when the evenings roll around that things are changing. It isn’t that the temps are really any cooler, because they aren’t- but there is this certain crispness to the evening air that tells me it won’t be long before fall has arrived.

I love this time of the year- there is something about it that not only makes me smile, but it triggers memories of days in my childhood- days of happy times- of my brother and I jumping in the freshly raked leaves that dad spent all day raking. SO many memories- they make me smile.

I have spent some time sitting outside watching the sun go down this week and I can only imagine in the days to come there will be more of that- I am looking forward to it and hopefully having things slow down a little before they kick off to great busyness.

I guess you could say that in some ways this is the calm before the storm- but this is a storm I’ll welcome with open arms.

August 11, 2011

Evaluating Priorities

Filed under: Home,Life — gardener @ 3:06 pm

For a while now, I’ve been thinking about how it doesn’t seem that there are enough hours in the day for me to get everything accomplished that I’d like to get done. Lately my ‘to do’ list seems to be growing faster than it depletes, so I know that there’s only on thing that I can do and that is change my priority list.

I haven’t been sleeping well, so I know that I’m going to need to start going to bed earlier (instead of staying up crazy hours trying to get things done and then taking a long time to unwind afterwards), and also getting up earlier. This will allow me time to work out in the mornings (so that nothing can come between me and the time with myself) and then more time in the afternoons and late morning to get other things done- along with the other everyday tasks that need to be done.

I need to become more organized and I guess prioritizing is going to have to be at the top of that list..

I guess it’s time for me to at least attempt to become a morning person.

Wondering About Ted

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 3:02 pm

I was watching an old episode of Dr. Phil the other day and they were showing Ted Williams (if you haven’t heard of him- Google him and you can find out about him.) and how he was still struggling with addiction even after being pulled off the streets and basically being offered the brass ring for his great speaking voice.

Dr. Phil and his staff were great and offered to get him into one of the top notch inpatient rehab treatment centers and sadly he only accepted on his terms- which was to first go back to Ohio and then go to treatment. I haven’t heard anything about him in a while, so I wonder if he got the help that he needed to get his life on track. I hope so- he has so much potential and this was a chance of a lifetime.

August 5, 2011

Sky’s the Limit

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 7:57 am

I’ve been doing a lot of ordering over the past few days for things for SCC. I’m excited about all the possibilities but Marcel said if I keep ordering, once everything arrives that we’re going to need a steel building to hold it all. Technically, I wouldn’t mind if that meant putting my kitchen in there too and allowing me complete peace and quiet to work and do my thing.

I have to keep reminding myself that it’s a small start and then we’ll go from there. They sky truly is the limit.

August 4, 2011

Whirlwind

Filed under: Food for Thought,Gratitude,Life — gardener @ 11:03 am

The past month has been somewhat of a blur to me- a lot of fun and a whirlwind of activities, all of which were great. This month- is not without celebration and definitely not without a few obstacles, but I welcome them all.

You see- in addition to planning a trip abroad with my family, I’ve also started a business. In case you’re wondering- it’s a cupcake business and I am looking forward to getting started- getting my site finished and seeing the fruits of my labor come together. I know it’s going to be a lot of work and a long up-hill battle, but I have no doubt in my mind that eventually it will all fit together- like the pieces of a puzzle.

I’ve been operating outside of my comfort zone so far this week and at some points it’s been wonderful and at others I’ve been scared to death. Not that there’s anything wrong with being scared, but I almost let the fear beat me. In the end, I didn’t and I’m so grateful for that.

July 31, 2011

New Beginnings

Filed under: Gratitude,Home,Life — gardener @ 9:16 am

It’s the last day of my birthday month and I’ve spent most of the day so far in total relaxation. I think I’ve needed the time to just do ‘nothing’ (although nothing did consist of me doing some cleaning in the kitchen and several loads of laundry) since July has been such a busy month.

I’ve celebrated all month, had some great moments with friends, but now it’s time to return to reality. That means new chapters and beginnings, plus getting back to a regular exercise and eating routine. I’ve been lax for far too long and it’s time to ‘get with the program’.

There is much to look forward to in August- but right now I still have a little time left in today- so I’d like to share a few things that I’m grateful for- on this last day of July.

I’m Grateful For:

  • A day of quiet and solitude, allowing me to gather my thoughts and ideas for the coming weeks.
  • Leftover shrimp and seaweed salad- which will be part of my dinner tonight.
  • Looking around at those I truly call friends and knowing just how blessed Iam.
  • Those who offer me love, support and truth- and knowing that I can always count on that.
  • Simple things- JJ barking at a watermelon and trying to play with it-   Mister M. purring at me in the mornings and wanting to be petted.

Precious Moments

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Life,Travel — gardener @ 8:20 am

The end of my birthday month- It’s hard to believe a month of celebrating has come and gone. Now there are other things to plan- such as vacations with my mom and dad and birthday’s of people I love and adore. Before I know it- Christmas will be come and gone and I have a dear friend who will be looking at first birthday invitations for her little girl who will turn one early next year. It seems that time flies- in the blink of an eye. I often wonder where it all goes, which is why I think it is important to make the most of every, single moment. After all they are each and every one precious.

July 28, 2011

Options

Filed under: Life,Shop til ya Drop — gardener @ 9:40 am

This afternoon when I checked the mail, I groaned when I saw a familiar envelope that meant my credit card bill had arrived. Sure enough- when I opened it- it was somewhat very close to what I thought it would be. I also have it set up to automatically take the entire amount out of my checking account at the beginning of the month- so needless to say it’s going to hurt when it’s withdrawn. The good thing is- that if worse comes to worse and I do need some extra cash- I can always get a payday advance loan to tide us over until the following pay check. I’m pretty sure that we’ll be fine- but just in case- it’s nice knowing that option is there.

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