WOW!!! I can't believe it's been almost a full year since I've posted anything. I will definitely attempt to be better! So, without further adue, I'll post what I originally signed on to post. After that, I'm going to crash! I'm in so much pain that I can hardly keep my eyes open. :( Sooooooooo, here we go...

Time for an update!!!

I know I've been neglecting my little home here on the World Wide Web, but now that I've been able to do some equipment upgrades, that should change!!! Anyway, I just wanted to put something up so I could tell if this iPhone app is still working.

Oh, I'd also like to wish EVERYONE A VERY HOPPY EASTER!!! :)

New Site: Netrition.com

I just accidentally stumbled upon a really good site, and I thought I'd share it with everyone. It's called Netrition.com, and they carry all kinds of health foods & supplements from low carbs, gluten free, sugar free & every training supplement you can imagine. Take a look and let me know what you think.

Happy Shopping!!!

QOTD

Great Quote

A dear, dear friend posted this on Facebook earlier in the week. It is so true, and I thought it was too great not to share.

There comes a time in in life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. Surround yourself with people who make you laugh, forget the bad and focus on the good. Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. Falling down is part of LIFE. Getting back up is LIVING !!!"
~ Author unknown

I'm baaaaack!!!!

I've been away for quite some time now due to my "digestive" problems, at least that's what I call it, but I'm back now that I'm able to post from bed. How sad is that at 38? But, it's my reality right now, so I must go with it.

I do have good news, though. After 11 surgeries in less than 3 years & more in my future, losing my insurance & having to rely on the county's plan, applying for disability 17 months ago, 2 denials & a court hearing, I have been FULLY APPROVED!!!

I canNOT wait to get in with a doctor who specializes in complications after gallbladder removal. Once that's done, I'm hoping & PRAYING I can get off disability & go back to work. I have been working on my DREAM job, as I'm able, & I'll be starting my own business as soon as I can, but until it's time, it's a secret!!! :)

I wish you all a beautiful week!!!

What Color is Your Aura?

Today, while procrastinating, I took one of those little quizzes you see your friends taking on Facebook, and I was surprised by how accurate it was. It was called, "What Color is Your Aura?" and the result was, "Violet". The explanation is as follows:

"Violets are the inspirational visionaries, leaders and teachers who are here to help save the planet. Most Violets feel drawn to educate the masses, to inspire higher ideals, to improve the quality of life on the planet, or to help save people, animals and the environment. As children, many Violets imagined becoming famous, or traveling the planet, possibly joining humanitarian causes such the Peace Corp. Violets know they are here to do something significant. However, they aren't always sure what it is."

Forgiveness & Love

Did you all see Miley Cyrus sing at the AMA's? What a great song!!! The world would be a MUCH better place if people lived their lives by the words of this song... Or even attempted to!!!

If you didn't see it, here it is on YouTube.

QOTD

This hits really close to home!!!

"The scars you can't see are the hardest to heal."
~ Astrid Aloud

I'm baaaaaack!!!

Hey guys! As you've noticed, I haven't been around in quite awhile. I'm hoping that will change, but we'll see. It all depends on my health, and my ability to set at the computer for any length of time. Right now, just sitting is STILL painful after almost 2 years since I had my gallbladder removed, and for some reason I've been having horrible pains in my hip joints. I pray it's from going off the gluten free diet, but as always, "We shall wait and see," since tomorrow will start Week 2 of my Gluten Free Rebirth!!

Since I've been doing so much research on HS & the affects of a gluten free diet, I've come to learn that many people I know, or someone close to them, suffers from some kind of gluten allergy, sensitivity. One of my sister-in-laws is allergic to wheat, and I never knew. In my defense, I don't see her very often, and I think we've eaten together all of TWICE in the almost 4 years she's been married to my brother. That said, Lesli (said SIL), turned me on to a book called, "The Gluten Connection: How Gluten Sensitivity May Be Sabotaging Your Health (And What You Can Do To Take Control NOW)". I haven't finished it, yet, but so far, I'm so GRATEFUL to have purchased it.

I wish everyone a very blessed & beautil week. Shalom!!!