Jennifer

I am now a firm believer that people do not always know what they are saying or how it will affect others. I did not always know this. I only thought that they were this or that, or that I was being too this or… that. Well there comes a time when you have to let it all go…. I found this image when I needed and I thought I would post it.

I have not been exercising nearly enough. So that most important thing for weight loss, movement has been missing and I think it will affect this month’s weigh in. Oh well, Life! But I have also been learning that exercise is great for the elimination of waste and toxins in the body and this keeps the body better able to heal itself. The lymphatic system loves it when we exercise because it can do it’s job that much more efficiently - ELIMINATION! - Especially using those big thigh muscles of mine helps to detox. Cool. I need to get rid of it all today. The garbage, the toxins, the frustration, the negativity in my head and the belief that I am not good enough. So I am keeping calm & carrying on…. ‘nough said!

Had a great workout this AM which involved some great cardio and some pilates. Well it is about time I get back to some activity. Very good for dealing with stress too.

Enjoyed some good walking, conversation and games with my friend yesterday. I was conservative with my spending, thank you know who. Just purchased some beads to make a refreshing new necklace and bracelet for the spring.

I have started to take some enzymes to help with some digestive problems and my health issues have improved. By watching what I eat I actually have identified the culprits that really are hindering my health right now. Wheat/gluten, yeast, simple white foods and sugar are the things that are irritating my digestive system. My doctor said that I have arthritis and though she did not say what kind and I am guessing because she hardly asked me any questions, I think that it is rheumatoid arthritis. As I study it seems clear and I believe the main issue I have is abnormal bowel permeability or a “leaky” gut which was causing a variety of issues including allergy like symptoms and the one thing that lead me to the doctor in the first place, sore joints. Well I am thrilled to say that with some digestive enzymes, I am feeling much better. Now I am also keeping my meals simple, protein portions small, chewing well and this is all helping too. I hope to see a doctor this spring who knows about such things, but at least I am feeling better now. Funny how things just work out sometimes. I would not have returned to my studies had it not been for my elderly client who went into a nursing home. It makes me sad that she had to leave her home, but this is how the life works, hey? We all get old. I am hoping that with age, decreased health does not have to come so quickly. ANYWAYS…. living in the moment. Sometimes I forget to value it.

I do not mean to sound negative. I really am in great spirits. In fact I am loving the positivity in the air! LOVE IT! Have a great week and I just needed to get this out there.