Buried in Work

I know, I know. I can hear what you are asking. "Where have you been these past 4 months?" Well, let me just say that no one should ever under-estimate the impact that stress can have on their lives.

Remember, the project that I posted about here, here, and here? Well, it is still going on and I am totally stressed out about it. Just when I think that everything has settled down and I have issues figured out, another problem occurs. I am beginning to wonder if the project is really worth it. It was supposed to help me, not hinder me.

In addition to this ongoing technology project, we also had this project:

their first dance

Yes, I am now a mother-in-law! C and Mi got married last month. The wedding turned out beautifully! We are so happy that they are beginning this life together.

So, how has all of this stress impacted me? Well, I had a DR's visit last week and my blood work is not good. Levels are elevated all around. My glucose levels are high, my cholesterol levels are high, and, now, my triglyceride levels are high. It has been an emotional week for me. There have been changes in my medication, additions to my medication, and, most definitely, changes in my lifestyle. Despite all of my emotions, I have the support of My Love, the rest of my family, and dear friends...which definitely helps. Even with their support, I still want to hide. I want to put my head in the sand and avoid it all. I want to live my life the way that I want to live it. But my obedience to God and staying alive for my family are more important than my own desires. I must deny myself.

I am not going to deceive myself. I know that these changes are going to be hard. I also know that I can do all of these things because Jesus helps me and He wants me to be healthy and whole! He paid the ultimate sacrifice for my healing, for my forgiveness.

So, I need to focus on what needs to be done...and use this blog to stay accountable.

Blessings!

Judi

2011 Annual Cookie Bake

There was a lot of hustle and bustle in the kitchen today (well, technically, yesterday). I was the first to get all of my cookies assembled; HOWEVER, I never baked any of my cookies. I realized that I had forgotten my mixing bowls and I had to borrow G's mixing bowls. So, I went ahead and threw my cookies together and put the dough in containers. It was so cold up here that I was able to store the dough in the garage since the refrigerator was so full. Well, guess what? I never baked my cookies. It was just so busy in the kitchen that I decided to wait to bake my cookies when I get home.

I know what you are thinking:  did I eat any cookies? Well, yes I did. I tasted several kinds. They were good but I can definitely tell that I don't have as much of a craving for those kinds of sweets. That's a good thing! PTL!!

my cookies

Tomorrow (aka today) starts a new day. His mercies are new every morning. I just love that scripture. I will blog more once I am back home.

Blessings!

Judi

Recovering from a Hard Week with Technology

This has been quite the week. Remember my post from the other day stating that I had to work late. Well, it has taken me all week to recover from the problems that night. Plus, there were other obligations in my schedule. So, no posts.

baking

As I typing this post, I am sitting in my sister's living room while everyone else is sleeping. You see, tomorrow is our annual cookie bake and we all came up to G's place this year (about an hour and half from my home). We started this tradition years ago with my mom, my two sisters, and I. It was always meant as an adult time of fellowship and fun; although, there have been a few years when our young kids have had to be with us. Now, it has expanded to include nieces who have become adults. (This year has a special guest: my niece who lives in Germany with her husband and my first great-nephew.) We just love the time together!

So, I know what you are thinking: how does this fit into my victory over gluttony? To be quite honest, I really don't feel like baking the cookies. I just don't want them at the house. But it is tradition and My Love and sons have asked for some. This really will be a test, huh? Pray for me! :-)

Well, I better get some sleep. Tomorrow is a busy day!

Blessings!

Judi