When I am stressed, it can be really hard for me to pray.  I read about a new way to pray tonight from an intriguing article from OurPrayer.org, entitled “Pencil in Hand.”  I think I might try it tomorrow morning.
If you’d like to read the article, here’s the link:
http://www.ourprayer.org/pencil-in-hand.
God bless you and keep you,
Kathy

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Kathy on October 20th, 2008

Before working out:  Apple, almonds, and water
While working out:  Water
Breakfast:  Fruity protein shake, supplements, blueberry tea with Beyond C powder
Snack:  Two slices of Ezekiel bread with Earth Balance buttery spread
Snack:  Pumpkin seeds (from a fresh pumpkin) baked in the oven with a small amount of Earth Balance buttery spread and salt (This may the substitute [...]

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Kathy on October 7th, 2008

I’m trying out a new belly dancing class this month at a shop downtown called Nourish To Flourish.  The class is taught in a small studio on Main Street (208 N. Woodland Boulevard, DeLand, Florida) by former professional dancer Ava Zamora.  Last night I learned how to use a veil while belly dancing and was [...]

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Today was my last visit with Dr. White because…my shoulder fracture is healed and mobility is nearing 100%!
Dr. White did have some words of advice as he sent me on my way.  Continued stretching, he said, is essential over the next year.  He suggested finding a door in my house that is strongly hinged and [...]

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Kathy on September 9th, 2008

Yesterday in physical therapy, Jeremy stretched my shoulder joint vertically to about 165 degrees (out of 180).   This means I have recovered most of my range of motion since my shoulder fracture in June, but not all.  Jeremy said the last degrees are the hardest in stretching out a “frozen” shoulder, where the tough capsule [...]

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Kathy on September 2nd, 2008

According to my chiropractor, Dr. Ashley Bourne, some fruits and vegetables are more important to buy organic than others because of the higher pesticide load that some conventionally grown foods carry. This is the breakdown, according to his research:
Best to Buy Organic:

Peaches
Apples
Sweet bell peppers
Celery
Nectarines
Strawberries
Cherries
Lettuce
Grapes (imported)
Pears
Spinach
Potatoes

Foods You Don’t Have to Buy Organic:

Broccoli
Eggplant
Cabbage
Banana
Kiwi
Asparagus
Sweet peas (frozen)
Mango
Pineapple
Sweet corn [...]

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I found this article on-line today for delicious, easy-to-make protein shakes. I’m going to try the Berry-Vanilla Shake this morning, substituting almond milk for the regular milk for added bone health, and frozen strawberries and water in place of berries and ice.
To read the article, click here:
http://www.protein-shakes.ca/7-Healthy-and-Creative-Protein-Shake-Recipes-That-Rock.html

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