Body Image

I have been talking to some friends lately about weight loss. The advice I give them is simple. The more you move and less you eat = weight loss. The more you eat and less you move = weight gain. That is the basic principal. I also think we need to love our bodies at every stage they are in, for women especially. Our bodies are always changing. From growing changes to puberty to womanhood to motherhood to grannyhood. Are bodies are going to change in each of these phases and instead of hating our bodies we should learn to love our bodies and our body shape. We feel like there is this standard of our bodies have to look like Barbie and that is not how we are created. Each body is created different and we should embrace our differences. Learn to love your differences. Another is we have lost the good ole home cooked meals. This is a great video on our crises of home cooking. https://www.facebook.com/dailygoalcast/videos/1953302324971677/UzpfSTEwMDAwMTk1NjQ4NjYyNjoyMjg0NjA0NDM0OTQ4MDg0/ We need to connect and home-cooking helps us connect socially and environmentally. Families values and connections increase. So start home-cooking your meals and connect with your family again!! In conclusion love your body and eat home cooked meals and you will love your yourself again and bring others happiness while you are at it!!

Downer day

Have you ever had one of those days where you felt like a horrible failure? Everything you've done feels like it has not amount to anything. I am LDS mom of four healthy kids and a very supportive husband. I have done everything my church has told me to do and gone a extra mile or two on top of it. Yet I don't feel happy. I think to myself why? I am doing everything my church, my parents, my leaders have taught me about the Plan of Happiness and, at the end of the day, I don't feel happy. Not saying that it's everyday but today especially I am feeling that way. Who knows maybe tomorrow I will feel different. But for today I want to express my frustrations of being a very obedient Child of God my whole life, my whole life and yet I cannot recognize my own happiness. I feel like something is desperately wrong with me. I probably should go to a shrink. But I am so independent and I always feel like I can solve anything that comes my way. I grew up military so I am sure that has got somethings to do with it. I feel this pull of my way and Gods way. If I listen to myself am I being selfish? but if I listen to God I not selfish. I am doing His will and that will bring me happiness. I just turned 39 and I am not feeling this happiness. I know I should not complain there are so many tragedies out in the world and my life does not surmount to one ounce of those. But we are taught to look at it through perspective. I can do that and try to tell myself, wow I have so much compared to this family that should make me happy. But it does not folks. Doing that makes me realize i should not complain but it does not make me happy. I know Happiness is a state of mind and I have definitely not figured that one out. Oh and I have read all the books of Pursuit of Happiness and so on. Once again these make you realize it is a choice, no matter what circumstance you are in. But why can't I feel that. Why can't I tell my brain to be happy. Just be Happy! I need to start my own therapy. I need to internalize myself and overcome this. I know I can. That is what is beautiful about waking up to the next day. Life is about learning and growing. We make so many mistakes and we are so hard on ourselves. I beat myself up everyday because I feel like I am not fulfilling a grand opportunity in my life. I don't realize all the little opportunities that add up to what happiness really is. It's the consistency that really matters. I want this instant happiness and I need to recognize the little things - the little hugs, the kids laughter, my husband scratching my back. I think that is what's so hard about happiness. It last for fractions of a second and you have to recognize it. Why being frustrated and unhappy I can recognize with no problem and seems to last forever but it doesn't. I need to change my focus. But my natural enemy likes to focus on the negativity and I need to learn to focus on the positive. It's a challenge for me to do this but I have to for the sake of myself and for the people that I love. For some people being positive is in their nature and it comes easy for them but my nature is not that way. It like the scriptures says that the natural man is an enemy to God. This life and Christ teachings are all about overcoming the natural man. Some days are so so hard. But when we are consistent and can recognize our weaknesses, that's when we can challenge ourselves to be better. Real change comes when we overcome our weaknesses, we have a change of Heart. I've had hard emotional experience (Trials) in my life and that is where my growth comes from. We cannot experience growth without the Trial. But my natural man wants to skip the trial. This unhappiness is my Trial and I have to learn, grow, and overcome it. That is where we change ourselves for the better and overcome the natural man and become more like our Savior. This is what Christ teachings are all about. He knows we fail but that's how we learn or grow spiritually.

Beeagle Kid's Cute Garden Shoes

Great gardens shoes by Beeagle. These are very comfortable and breathable. They are great for any water activities. We love them for the beach and rafting. They are great for the summer. They says the shoes are "Characteristic (1).SKIN AND ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY :Perfect for all season and occasions, indoor bedroom, bathroom, living room, spa, gym, swimming pool, beach, holiday, leisure, public showers, steam rooms, dorms, camps, pools, locker rooms. (2)This garden shoes is easier to step into but stays on your child feet better than slippers. (3)This garden slippers is designed for your child when they want to adventure nature or just running or playing outside. (4)This slippers use the superior material which can make sure the garden shoes can no absorb any water and keep the clogs lightweight.Moreover,It will dry right now wipe with a towel if the garden shoes get wet. Occasions: beach visit,vacation,pool,fishing,house cleaning,cruise,travel,swim,walking with the dog,shower,aqua therapy,water park class,etc. Believe you will be fell in love with the shoes you received.Choose BEEAGLE and show your own fashions.. Kindly Reminder:Please see the size chart carefully before your purchase. 8.5-9.5 M US Little Kid Foot length 16.9cm 10-11 M US Little Kid Foot length 18.3cm 11.5-12.5 M US Little Foot length 19.6cm 13-13.5 M US Little Kid Foot length 20.9cm 2-2.5 M US Little Kid Foot length 23.6cm 3.5-4.5 M US Big Kid Foot length 23.6cm 37EU/5.5US women Foot length 24.5cm 38EU/6.5US women Foot length 25cm 39EU/7 US women/6.5 US men Foot length 25.5cm 40EU/7.5US women/7 US men Foot length 26cm 41EU/8 US women/8 US men Foot length 26.5cm 42EU/8.5US women/8.5US Foot length 27cm 43EU/9US men Foot length 27.5cm 44EU/9.5US men Foot length 28cm." We love these shoes and they are really comfortable. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D53F2YH

CestMall Mini Handheld Fan (Pink)

Great Mini Handheld Fan. This is so nice and cools you right down. My daughter loves the pink fan and uses it for her sporting events to cool her down when she practices her sports. It says it uses, USB Powered mini handheld fan,soft sponge blades would not hurt your hands.Suitable for camping fishing running hiking or home office. Notice:Please tear off the film on the bottom of fan.Anti-slip mat prevents the fan from turning around when working. Specifications: Material: ABS+Electronic components+Silica gel Speed regulation: 1 Gear Power Input: DC-5V-1A(MAX) Battery Spec: 18650Li-ion 1200mAh Charging time: 3.5 hours Working time: 3 hoursSize:110*65*195mm Package." This fan is little and you can carry it anywhere. It can fit easily in your backpack and your purse. It's cools you right down and all you have to do is charge it and then it works for a long time. Its great for sporting events or really hot summer days hanging at the pool. This fan it a great product and the blades are made of foam so you don't have to worry about cutting any fingers with little kids around. So it pretty safe and easy to use.

Hygrometer Thermometer

Great Hydrometer Thermometer. Our house is so dry and I love how this show the humidity level our hour house. The company says, "Product Description Vellepro hygrometer not only display the humidity but temperature with the low/high record for indoor.The humidity level icon shows the air condition. The product is designed for tabletop and Magnetic suction,select the way to display as you want. Products Features ① Large Screen with Large Numbers ② 3.4" large LCD display with large numbers makes it really easy to read. ③ LCD screen displays current temperature, humidity and time. Colorful Humidity Level Indicator Measures indoor temperature and humidity conditions at a glance with the rainbow colorful humidity level, which indicates current air conditions as DRY, COMFORT, WET. Temperature and Humidity Reference Value DRY: Humidity 75% The reference value of most comfortable condition is 40% Time & Alarm Setting ① Set the right time in hour, minute (in 12-hour or in 24-hour). ② Set the alarm as the time set (an alarm icon shows on the screen). In alarm condition, press MODE to snooze mode or press any one button to stop. ③ The blue back-light is bright to make the screen easy to read in the dimness when activated, and it turns off after 5 seconds automatically to save power without activity. 100% High Quality Service If any problem, please do not hesitate to contact us. We offer a full refund or a free replacement to guarantee the quality, and excellent customer service is easy to reach , so you can rest assured to get your indoor thermometer. Package Includes 1 x Humidity and Temperature Monitor 1 x English Manual." I love that its magnetic and I cam put in on my fridge and right away I know the time, temperature, and humidity in our home. I was easy to set up and use and battery operated. Great product for your home. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C4F7B8P

Pink bow shoes

Bow Platform Slip On – Wally by J. Adams. These are really comfortable and kinda of bouncy when you walk in them. They are so cute. They really bring the little girl out of me. My daughter wanted these but the only had women sizes. So I ordered and said eventually you can wear them. But I was surpised how cute they were and tried tried them on. They broke-in just great and did not give my any blisters which is a plus. SPORTY AND CUTE: Stay cute while living your sporty ways through these tennis shoes. These flatform shoes are perfect for your busy schedule and adds a cute touch with its bow placed right at the top of the shoes. They say, "STAY COMFORTABLE: Pamper your feet with a cushioned foot bed while not having to compromise height. The flatform design still gives you a boost with every step you take while keeping you at a leveled height. FRIEND OR FOAM: Get the best of the worlds with our new and improved foot bed! Every step you take will be on top of soft foam, maximizing your comfort to the fullest. You'll want to wear these every single day!LEAVING LESS FOOTPRINTS: We do our very best to leave the least ecological footprints on earth so that our customers can leave only 100% vegan footprints on earth! Guilt-free is the best feeling ever! MEASUREMENTS: Heel 2". Runs true to size." I would recommend these if you like this style. It's not everybody style but if you need something cute to dress you up, I would totally recommend these shoes. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C4X43LS

Aisawate Diaper Bag

Aisawater diaper bag! This is a wonderful diaper bag with multiple pockets and and changing pad! I love the color and it's the right size to fit all your baby needs! Web http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075L6P8ZN. "If you take Aisawate's Erhuida bag into consideration carefully, you'll find it's a fully functional diaper bag, and not just a cute designer tote! A diaper bag is usually one of your first choices for baby when you are pregnant and looking for the one that you really feel good! It becomes a quest. - If you don't want a puffy, baby-looking bag... - If you are looking for a bag that you will use beyond the baby years... - If you are looking for something nice that is your style... Then Aisawate's diaper bag is your best choice, because: - Elegant fashion accessory from outside, a real mom's helper from inside - Size: 17W x 14H x 5.5D is SPEICIOUS inside and doesn't look too big outside - The cotton denim is more softer, durable ,healthy and natural - 9 humongous pockets just to make them the perfect bag for life - Our unique zip-out messy bag is waterproof and machine washable, making it perfect for organizing as you like ... Stylish & Practical As a high-capacity and multi-functional bag, it can be filled with milk bottles, water bottles, baby clothes, baby diapers, towels and more. Never be troubled by baby changing diapers outdoors. As a fashion and perfect-designed bag, it allows you to match your clothes as you wish when traveling, shopping, walking......Carrying this wild bag you can shoot beautiful photos all the time. No doubt you will absolutely LOVE our Aisawate's Erhuida baby diaper bag." We love this diaper bag. It really fits mine and my baby needs. Its very comfortable and holds all my stuff. I love the thick traps and easy to carry around.