JustJane48

GOOD MORNING!!!  How is everyones Monday morning going?  Hopefully good and not full of stress.  Hey did you realize Thanksgiving is only 11 days away?????????  Have we all been thinking of adjusting our recipes in a healthy way? 

Any ideas would be great.  I need all the help I can get  LOL!!!  I’ve fallen off the wagon so many times I think I bruised my rear end  LOL!!!!  

I”m pleased to say BuddySlim is letting me comment on blogs once again.  The past few times I could maybe get 1 or 2 comments to post, then the rest I couldn’t.  I became sooooooooooo frustrated, so I’m happy for today it is working fine

Life on this end is good.  Most of the stress is past, at least for now.   I should have an answer for disability this week or next.  Its like sitting on pins and needles waiting.  I’m so afraid of a denial.  I keep praying, but they’ve made the decision (according to my Claims worker) its just a matter of printing it out and sending through the mail.

Have seen too many doctors then one should have to see.  I can’t even remember which is which.  They found a blockage in my  kidney.  KIDNEY????????  never heard of a blockage there, she explained you have arteries throughout your body.  Makes sense, so more testing for that “sigh”

Saw the specialist about a defibulator :(  and I have to take a test tommorrow  to help decide if I need one or maybe I can wait. Right now I’m hoping it can be put off.

And today is my counselor.  Its so  nice to just sit with her, relax and vent.  She is such a kind person, so compassionate.  I’ve learned alot from her and I’m becoming a much stronger person.  Step by Step.

Ok my treasured buddys, I’ll be back soon, Everyone please take care.

As your Heavenly Father, I have placed dreams and visions within your heart.  Do not become discouraged and let go of them.  Your vision is for a specific time. Though it may be delayed, wait patiently for it, for you will not be disappointed.  I will surely bring it to pass in My perfect timing.

I wanted to share some wonderful news with you all, my dear friend in Canada has heart problems similar to mine.  She was actually on a heart transplant list for the last few months.  She called me yesterday and everything has improved so much she no longer needs to be on this list. 

If that isn’t God helping and healing I don’t know what  is.  I’ve prayed for her daily.  Ok, thats it!!! Just had to share Gods blessings with you

A big shout out to all my BuddySlimmers……SHOUT OUT!!! LOL!!!

Life is sooooooo good right now.  After a week of pure craziness….absolute deep down and out stress…emotions, happy & sad, I can finally say life is somewhat on an even keal once again “big sigh”

Just a quick update, Angela and Talan and Brooklyn are doing great. Brooklyn is “officially” smiling now  YIPPEE!!! We’ve pulled out Angelas baby picture at Brooklyns age, and they almost look identical…HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Talan looks like daddy, Brooklyn like mommy…..YEAH!!!

Son Jon, all moved….walks to work each day, its only 1/2 mile away.  He also has friends which work at the same company and he will get a ride occasionally.  We see him at least once a week.  Its wonderful Buddys…he’s happier then a pig in shi@#!!

Chris my youngest has learned some of the toughest lessons in life by age 21.  He’s home temporarily, has had several different job offers already.  I’ll say this for Chris, he is very social, can really hold an intelligent conversation and has many networks of friends.  He is going to be just fine…Thank you God for helping all of my children.

Now…weight…..UUUGGGHHHH…..scale is up and down.   I’m not reallylosing, but I’m not gaining either.  I think now that life has settled down once again I can really focus on myself…at least this is the plan.

Ok..my most favorite buddys ever!!! I’ve missed you…sending Gods blessings, all my love and millions of hugs to all of you!!!

Give your brothers and sisters more honor than you want for yourselves.  Share with God’s people who need help.

                   Romans 12:10, 13

To preserve a friend three things are necessary; to honor him present, praise him absent, and assist him in his necessities.

Dear Buddys, I’m not sure if everyone has read Kamas blog for today.

If we could all join together as a family and pray for Kama and her father.  Things aren’t too good, and I believe that the more prayers the better.

Thank you all for taking the time to read this blog.

I just had to post this picture of this angel.  See how she isn’t perfect?  None of us are really, and especially me!!!

My mother once bought a set of 3 angels from the Hallmark store.  She knew how much I loved Angels, and I was starting to collect them.

This particular angel here on my blog is the one angel she wanted me have for sure when she passed away.  She would laugh and tell me, Honey, this is you.  You are indeed an angel, but your halo is somewhat crooked, and you always cross your toes that way.  I would laugh with her….I was truly the misfit Angel

Wow, have I come a long way from there!!! Good memories there though, makes me miss my mom when the Fall comes. It was her favorite season.

I’m so thankful my Dad is still with us.  His determination to keep on going is remarkable.  Its really trying on my husband and I somedays, but I wouldn’t do it any other way.

So basically my message today was…count your blessings buddys.  Don’t dwell on what is bad or rough in your life.  There is always a light at the end of the tunnel, I promise you that from my heart.  Its all in Gods time…you may have to wait, but if you believe you’ll be well rewarded.

I consider each and every one of my buddies here at BuddySlim a blessing….Dr. Marc….for making BuddySlim….my Dad….My Husband, My Children, My grandson….God is my biggest blessing. Guess my list could really go on and on.

Just wanted to leave on a positive note and let everyone know I love you all, and I so appreciate your comments on my blogs.

Have a day full of blessings and sunshine

Love you    Jane

  Today is a day we should all remember and keep those victims and familys affected by September 11th.  It still weighs heavy on my heart as I remember the day exactly.  I was watching tv, and I saw it actually happen right then.  Please pray extra hard for those who suffered.  Thank You

Good Morning fellow buddys.  Hope your Tuesday is going well so far.  My day is better then yesterday thank goodness.

I’m on a very restricted diet.  My salt has to be watched very carefully.

My question is  “Is anyone here on restricted diets”

I can only have 2000 mg. of salt, which sounds like a lot, but if you were to take a day and count all the sodium you were eating you’d be shocked!!!

I’m hoping maybe somebody has some interesting recipes for me to try.  I’m running out of ideas :(  I’ve googled low sodium recipes, but I’d rather try something that one of my buddys has tried and enjoyed!!!!

So yesterday off to the MRA (scan of kidneys) Interesting trip to say the least.  I was driving my husbands car (its only 1 year old and his baby) and as I was turning into the hospital driveway, I didn’t see the curb, and right over it I went.  Flat tire on the front and a bent rim.  OMGoodness, I was crying like a baby.  I knew my husband was a little upset although he would never show it.

I’m not sure how I got through the test without  crying like a baby, but I held strong.

On the way home, we stopped at a Tire Store, and had a new tire put on, they straightened out the rim all for a grand total of $85.oo  OUCH.  But its all fixed now.

Didn’t get home until 9:00 p.m.  my test was at 5, but it was a 45 min drive.  Long day for sure.  Glad its over.

I hope everyones day is wonderful.  God is Good, Keep Smiling, and Live Life to its Fullest

Today I Will…

Be thankful for this beautiful day.

Know that I am a whole human being and not a statistic.

Live with passion, give with kindness, and love completely.

Find strength in the things that bring me joy.

Express how I feel with honesty.

Listen to my body.

Rest when I’m tired.

Eat when I’m hungry.

Know that I am exactly where I need to be on my journey.

This beautiful message was copied from a Hallmark card “journeys”  and I just felt the need to share this.  I was going to send the card to a special friend, but I have decided to frame it.

Forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

Phillippians 3:13-14

Always in my prayers….always sending love and hugs for all my wonderful Buddys here at BuddySlim.  Thank you once again Dr. Marc for creating such a warm comfortable site where friends can come together.

Good Tuesday Morning my buddys :)  Hope everyones Labor Day weekend was a relaxing, fun time for you all.

I was thinking lately about my “wish list” for my life.  I think when you become sick things look very different.  You look at life in a whole new perspective.

I’ve made many lists of “Dreams” in the past, but I sat down and seriously wrote my best dreams and wishes.

• First & obvious, lose this unwanted weight
• Have many grandchildren
• See my children really be happy in life
• Have a BuddySlim Reunion
• Get to Disneyworld (going in October [fingers crossed])
• I’m adopted, so I’d love to find my birth parents and or siblings.  I’ve tried with no results.  Any one have suggestions?
• Have God lead me into a volunteer position with the handicapped/down syndrome children (they always tug at my heart)
• Live on a lake
• Travel to every state
• Go to Canada to meet my best friend

What are your dreams?  Do you just have one BIG Dream, or do you have a list like I do?

One does not make friends; one recognizes them.

Friendship is in loving rather than in being loved.

He who is true to one friend thus proves himself worthy of many.

God bless you all…sending Big Hugs all around

Good afternoon all my wonderful buddys!!! I’ve missed this place sooooooooooo much and today I’m finally feeling somewhat energized and healthier!!!

I guess for now just an update over here in Michigan.  My scales are going down down down!!! and I’m eating only healthy foods….very low salt.  I actually found a tortilla chip that is unsalted.  I was thrilled.  Then off to the salsa aisle and after looking at every bottle I found Paul Newmans Salsa with only 109 grams of sodium per 2 tablespoons.  I know 2 tablespoons doesn’t sound like much, but I choose the hot and spicy salsa….and WHEW!!! you only need a couple tablespoons. I’m restricted to 2000 mgs of sodium per day.  If you try to stick to that amount it is definitely a challenge.  I’ve always been a label reader and now even more so.

After the hospital visit I seemed to have lost my appetite for a few days…YIPPEE!!!! but its back just not as strong.

Guess I was just more scared then before with what I eat and drink.

My daughters pregnancy is coming along.  Shes absolutely miserable because baby girl Brooklyn is sitting deep and low and it causes Angela alot of back pain.  Please keep her in your prayers.

I spent the day with little man Talan!!! I think I actually love him more each time I’m with him…Silly I know 

I’m going to change my weight ticker as I’ve seen another drop.  Thank you God for giving me this day…for making me smile…and for allowing me to share my life with my special friends here at BuddySlim.  You guys just couldn’t be any better and I love you all!!!

Have a great day.  Smile…Be Happy…and Lets get this weight off once and for all!!!

Just stopped in for a little blog time :)  Hope everyone is doing well, its almost the weekend!!! YAHOO!!!

This afternoon my little sister and I will go to Chuck E. Cheese for games and pizza.  Its going to be hard for me because I love pizza.  I’ve already geered myself up to only have 1 slice.  I’ll drink lots and lots of ice water so I won’t be so hungry.

The walking is going well, thank goodness for my treadmill.  Hubby and I are doing better with food choices.

Hope everyone has a fantastic day full of blessings and love.  Remember God Loves YOU!! and so do I!!!

Life is a Dance

a movement of rhythms

a movement of directions

a movement of stumbles

a movement of missteps

at time slow & precise

or fast and wild and joyous. (Borrowed from “Chicken Soup for the Soul”)

As I sit here at my computer this morning I feel soooooooooooo blessed.  I’m so lucky to have this time…as I look for special cards for special occasions and special friends I realize just HOW LUCKY I really am in life

How do they say it??? when life hands you lemons just make lemonade :)  I really like that!!! makes me smile :)  I do believe most of us here have had our share of lemons in life!!!

My husband and I have recommitted ourselves today on our healthy eating.  We have definitely made a few slip ups “sigh”

He has gained back his original 10 pounds and my clothes are not getting any loser :(  So down we go again…but picking ourselves up and dusting off. 

My mother in law and step daughter will be here on August 6th for a short visit. I look forward to this time with them.  I’m already planning some healthy snacks and meals.  My mother in law LOVES to eat!!! but hey so do I!!!!  I hope she will enjoy my choices of healthy eating.  She is a diabetic and hopefully will appreciate my efforts to cook healthy.

Can we please all remember to include extra prayers for our dear Angela.  My heart breaks thinking of her situation.  Let God be right by her side and help her through all the rough times.

Monday  —    Healthy Dinner

• BarBQ Chicken (white meat, no skin)
• Baked Sweet Potatoes (Splenda brown sugar and spray butter (0 calories)
• Green Beans

Tall Glass of Ice Water, Good Company of my Husband…The presence of God at our dinner table…and thoughts of all my dear friends here at BuddySlim.

Before I leave….let me share one more thing

People are lonely because they build walls instead of bridges.

Finally, let all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, loving as brothers, compassionate, humble minded.

1 Peter 3:8

Gods blessings and love to you all.  Eat healthy…Snack wisely…Walk quickly…and Love with everything you have!!!!