Healing America

A few weeks ago I was contacted by a courageous man who was diagnosed with mercury toxicity.

After battling his own "war" he has created a deeply inspirational DVD for recovering war veterans going through their own healing process. 

In this video he displays gorgeous scenery from our "Land of the Free" 

along with an acoustic soundtrack. 

This man's name is Jeffrey Gilliam. 

Now that he is officially mercury free, we would love it if you gave him 

& our veterans some much needed love & support.

To watch his video and find out more information on how you can get involved,

please visit ROCKETHUB.

Devotion to Him

Hey doll babes, 

I know I've been a bad blogger lately..

One post per week is killing me but 

eventually this whole school thing will thin out.

HOPEFULLY!

Last week was the start of Lent.

Now being raised in a Baptist church, 

I've never participated in this religious 

sacrifice and preparation for the coming of our Lord.

Now if you don't want to talk religion, you better scoot!

Mr. Army Man grew up Methodist, 

therefore he has practiced Lent every year.

Going to a Methodist church since September, 

being the only person to not give communion, 

I knew I wanted to participate in this sanctity.

I wanted to prove, yet again, my faith and devotion 

to our Lord Jesus Christ.

I wanted to fast for him.

I gave up chips for Lent.

If you know me personally, 

you know my go-to snack is chips.

All kinds, forms, and flavors.

I go through several bags a week.

It's an addiction.

Not a healthy one I might add.

But for me this is huge!

I'm telling you all this to keep myself in check.

As you know, I gave up shopping until April 1st, now this..

I'm really liking how I am growing and trying to do better.

I have almost quit cussing, completely.

It's incredible what you can put your mind to an achieve

with a little prayer and an amazing relationship with God.

I'll leave you with this:

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness and
       all these things shall be added unto you.
                                                                                     - Matthew 6:33 

Hope y'all have a fabulous Monday!

{PS} I'm seriously craving some guac & tortillas.

Looks like Mexican is on the menu for Easter Sunday. Hah!

I'm Doing it for Me

Hey babes.

I'm going to jump right in and be completely honest 

with you for a minute.

Not that I'm not always honest 

but stuff is about to get REALLY real for a moment.

I have been debating on whether or not 

I should have a New Year's Resolution.

I have decided that instead 

I am going to be more realistic and have a list of goals.

13 for 13

1. Have devotionals with the hubs everyday.

We got a neat book last year 

that has an excerpt to read everyday.

We have already done two.

So far so good.

2. Read one book per month.

I used to read everyday.

I know it just isn't possible with my life now

but I so wish it was.

3. Spend more time outdoors

enjoying what our God has created.

4. Quit cussing.

I do it.. And I realize it is so unladylike 

and my parents have taught me better.

5. Be more healthy. 

No my goal isn't to lose weight 

but to help my body out overall.

No more junk.

6. Workout three times per week.

I think this is such a realistic goal 

especially since we have a 

two year contract on a gym membership.

7. Become a church member.

We recently got back into church & love it.

Now we just need to keep on & become members.

8. Get a new Bible.

I have one now.

But it has been passed down 

& would like something of my own.

9. Read my Bible twice a week.

Not just at church on Sunday.

10. Have more quiet time.

Without the TV, iPhone, or any other distractions.

To just be one with God.

11. Grow my blog & the relationships with my followers.

I feel like I know some of you so well.

If you want a friend, you have one in me.

12. Reach out to others.

To find peace in helping others 

& to know I'm doing the right thing.

Even if I can just make someone smile.

13. Step outside of my comfort zone.

Sometimes I just stay in my little bubble 

because I think people are going to hurt me 

or judge me harshly.

I just want to live without those notions.

I know I don't normally talk about my spirituality 

or about all this mushy stuff on this here blog often.

But I want to make it a point to show you the real me.

I don't care if you like it.

I'm just being me & following my goals for this year.

I leave you with a quote by my favorite chef, Julia Child.

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