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Bbbbrrrrrr....its a blustery day here

Monday, January 21, 2013

Good Monday Sparkfam! It is a frigid day of 15degrees & I had to turn down coffee. Never fear I didn't need it anyway. Our heat is out in the office, its a cold 57degrees & I am FREEEZZZIIINNNGGG today! Chin up, I didn't leave once I got here & I got my heater on which is only warming my legs. My fingers as I type are getting a little numb but I press on... lol These aren't the worst conditions as a matter of fact there are worst. I know I don't even have to tell what they are & I know I am blessed because of them all!

So I did the dreadmill this morning & hoping to get a few free weight reps in before I get stuck to the trap that is the boob tube. lol It sucks you right in let me tell you if you don't already know.

What is on your agenda for the rest of your life? I would like to own my own truck & be able to be financially set till I go live with one of my kids...haha I can see that one get shot down from here. lol Go traveling or even volunteer in another country......WOW myself! Get busy living cause you are only living to die. Why not enjoy life along the way with your loved ones & even complete strangers.... It takes more muscles to frown that to share a smile...

God bless & enjoy everyday!

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Dee

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ILOVEMALI 1/30/2013 3:58PM

I hope that you're getting some weather relief by now!

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GOLFGMA 1/22/2013 6:42AM

So sorry about your not having heat. We are having our coldest day of the year today.Going from 50's yesterday to 30's today. I will ride my indoor bike today and stay busy with chores. Hope all your dreams come true.

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BOGUSANNIE 1/21/2013 9:57PM

Get walking around the office and get that blood circulating!

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MICHELLE_391 1/21/2013 7:47PM

I know this is normal for this time of year, but it has been a LONG time since we've had temps this cold. I'd take the snow over the frigid temps any day.

Although, since this is Chicago we're talking about, we could always have both. Which I wouldn't like at all.

I'm glad you have a space heater at work!

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CIERAPOET 1/21/2013 7:36PM

Awwwww! Sorry you were cold today at work. It was colder here and I didn't get to stay out in the air that long. Should have taken a walk on Sunday when it was practically 70 degrees! I plan on being an accomplished Author, Poet and Screenwriter. Before long I will have a greeting card business. Visiting Israel is also on my list and a trip to Hawaii!

Have A Beautiful Week Dee And HAPPY MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY!!!
KEEP DREAMING BIG!!!
Deb

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GODZDESIGN95 1/21/2013 7:16PM

Enjoy the presidential celebrations. I have heard about those chicago winds. In the back of days they called it the hawk. stay warm and drink unsweetened cocoa!

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SPARKLE1908 1/21/2013 4:50PM

I took off today...they don't recognize MLK as a holiday...no big deal though...hope they fix the heat in your office..that is not a good working condition...stay warm!!!

Good job on getting on the "dreadmill"...LOL...I did the same thing this morning...

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RUTHXG 1/21/2013 4:46PM

We love you too, Dee!

So you have to work today? Boo! I have it off & am doing some freelance work at home--fortunately it's an enjoyable project. I did some challenging exercise this morning (routine from the latest Spark DVD), & I got to listen to part of the inauguration on the radio. A little while ago I bundled up to walk to the grocery store, half a mile away. I'm wearing long underwear & everything!

These days I think LOTS about the rest of my life. I'm spending less so as to pay off the debt, & every week I'm putting $25 into my travel savings. Yes, I want to have some adventures volunteering overseas when I'm retired too! Maybe we can have one together!

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Guacamole & Pico De Gallo

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Good Wednesday Sparkfam!

You'd think I was out partying with all the guacamole & pico de gallo & salsa I've been eating. I have been trying to keep it more daniel day but without meats. It is kinda hard but I'm pressing. I pray you are all having a great hump day as I a ready for a nap. I'm not eating but I am watching Not Your Mama's Cooking with Bobby Dean. Even though he is making some mango slider burgers I am never curious as to how they taste. I just like looking for newer spices & ways to cook food for my fam. I made turkey lasagna simmering the turkey after it cooked in sweet wine. It had such a beautiful taste! I am not getting big workouts in but in a few weeks I will be able to go full on back to 45-60mins of cardio. I can wait though....lol

God bless & happy hump day!

Dee

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FITJEANS 1/24/2013 5:51PM

thanks for sharing these are fantastic ideas. Suddenly I cant stop

doing this.lol Im always trying to learn new techniques. I will try and put these ingredients to use. Take care

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RUTHXG 1/20/2013 2:06PM

Those foods sound wonderful! I love to try new things too.

And thank you for saying such NICE things about me. The more I know you, the more I love you, Dee! You are pretty fantastic!

Hope to see you soon.

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CIERAPOET 1/18/2013 12:35AM

Sounds Like A Good Time!

What Kind Of Meat Was He Using With The Mango Burgers Or Were They Vegan? Sounds Good To Me. I Haven't Had A Mango In A While. I Love The Chips But Not Avocado's. I Can't Get Used To That Taste.

I Can Eat Salsa All Day Although I Rarely By It. I Buy A Lot Of Chopped Tomatoes And Rotel. Press On You Are Still Doing Very Good Even On A Fast! Thanks For That Goodie And I Really Need A Massage lol!
Enjoy the Weekend!!!
Deb

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SPARKLE1908 1/17/2013 10:15PM

The lasagna sounds good...I need to watch more cooking shows...maybe I would get more ideas of things to cook...

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USMAWIFE 1/17/2013 11:24AM

one of my favorite tthings is skirt steak topped with pineapple mango salsa and the salsa has no oil or salt, just pineapple, mango, red onions, cilantro and vinegar

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BOGUSANNIE 1/16/2013 10:19PM

I like watching cooking shows but can't cook worth a hill o beans...lol

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LILYBELLE12 1/16/2013 10:14PM

I love watching the Food Network and Cooking shows. They have great techniques I have never seen for preparing food, and I like to figure out ways to cut the calories in some of the dishes. My favorite is on Saturdays, The Country Cook that also shows products used in the kitchen and what is worth getting and what to forget about getting (appliances, cookware, etc.) They have some really great recipes and sometimes even show ways to lighten up recipes!

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UMBILICAL 1/16/2013 10:12PM

Love them

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Opened the Alternate Saving Account

Monday, January 07, 2013

So I am getting the year started off semi putting my money where my mouth is & opened another savings account to do the $1 then add a $1 plus each week. I had $25 so I guess you would say I am set for the month but NOOOOOO... I am thinking of putting another $25 in there right now..lol

I do want take the slow & steady route as with getting more workouts in & eating better. I also desire to take the road less traveled which is a slightly less popular route let me tell you. I rarely see many people I know on it but I am encouraged from you all Sparkfam!

Walked for 45min now I am trying wrapped my head around 40mins of boot camp. Back in the day, that used to be a teaser for me now it takes everything I have to get it in....ugh! lol

So let's really dig deeper and the most you can ever do is a little bit better than the best you can....

God bless & Happy Monday we made it!

Dee

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REDVELVET21 1/22/2013 3:03AM

Baby girl our church is doing this savings plan as well, however we flipped. It's easier to give the higher amounts beginning off the year versus us going at the end with the holidays and shopping. Just an idea I wanted to share!

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RUTHXG 1/20/2013 2:09PM

How cool that we're both working at saving! My special account is at Ally, an online bank that pays pretty good interest. I can't wait to save enough for a cool trip!

God bless every penny you set aside.

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MARIAJESTRADA 1/12/2013 3:55PM

Girl, I am right there with you. Yesterday, I did 50 minutes of elliptical before my legs started crying. Then I did planks, and I felt like I was back to square 1. The Russian Twists had me sweating like crazy. On the financial scene, I told my husband since I have lost so much weight (well, enough to be able to buy used stuff), we are not buying new clothes or items for the house anymore (my son will get new socks and undies). There are plenty of thrift stores, one in particular that gives its money to children with autism. I am still the only one working, so it makes the motivation to save easy (ier). You keep at it! Before long, you'll have a next egg for the summer.

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CIERAPOET 1/12/2013 1:02PM

You ALWAYS Rock Dee!!! Keep On Doing What You Do And What's Working for You And We Are Cheering Each Other On! May God Bless Your Saving Account With Each Deposit! There's POWER In Consistency In EVERY Area!!! Praise The Lord!
Enjoy A Beautiful Weekend!!!
Love & Blessings
Deb

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KATD13 1/8/2013 10:44PM

I like that savings plan, never seen it before.
My new employer has a credit union. I opened 2 ladder accounts in mid Dec. I need to be WAY more financially responsible.

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JANTWO 1/8/2013 12:27AM

Way to go girl!!!!

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BOGUSANNIE 1/7/2013 10:09PM

Super!!!!

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ANGGEL40 1/7/2013 8:39PM

Wow..this is great I also started this year by putting more money into my savings and checking!

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JUSTLYN1964 1/7/2013 6:08PM

Hey!!! My sister and I JUST talked about doing this exact thing this morning! How cool is that to come across your blog now and see it in print :-) I am so doing it!!! I've decided to put my dollars in a jar here at home though, so I can actually "see" it grow!!! What will you do with your savings at the end of the year? :-)

Kudos to you on your activity for today!!! I still have to get my walk in yet

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52 Week Budget Challenge

Saturday, January 05, 2013

Happy 1st Saturday of 2013!! With so many pledges, proposal, resolutions & money saving plans going into effect saw on Facebook & thought I would share. Just imagine if you bump to $2 $3 or $4 and add on every week.....just like looking good while saving money is the beginning of a beautiful relationship.

God bless Sparkfam!

Dee

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GOLFGMA 1/6/2013 7:54AM

Wish I had done that years ago. No longer possible for me on a fixed income.

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JANTWO 1/6/2013 12:28AM

I saw that on Facebook. What a great idea!!!!

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CIERAPOET 1/5/2013 9:28PM

That's A GREAT Idea. I Wonder How Many People Would Try It? I'm Doing A Saving Plan But It's Not As Massive As That lol. Thanks Dee For Reminding Me What I Need To Do! Enjoy The Rest Of Your Weekend!!!
Love & Blessings!
Deb

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MELLYBEANS0919 1/5/2013 8:51PM

Wow! Simple yet great reward...may have to try this too.

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ILOVELIFE2012 1/5/2013 7:17PM

great!!!

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ZIGGY122 1/5/2013 7:03PM

I think I will do that.... Thank you for sharing

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ITSMATT 1/5/2013 6:53PM

Great idea!

Make it a great day!
Matt

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MERRYMARY42 1/5/2013 6:24PM

great idea but know I really could not afford too many days, but, I will talk to my DH, great idea. forced saving for whatever, and I have lots of whatevers.

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NWCOUNTRYDANCER 1/5/2013 6:20PM

Great idea!!!

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VEGGIE-FITNESS 1/5/2013 5:59PM

I like this. It looks easy and doable. Thank you for sharing with us!!

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BOGUSANNIE 1/5/2013 5:55PM

What a fabulous idea....I am going to do this!

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SONYALATRECE 1/5/2013 5:54PM

Excellent idea!

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MJ7DM33 1/5/2013 5:48PM

idea! Thanks for sharing!

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BLUENOSE63 1/5/2013 5:44PM

Now that's a good idea.....I think I will do that as we are saving for a trip to Disney in 2014

Thanks for that.

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Happy New Year Sparkfam!

Tuesday, January 01, 2013

Happy New Year Sparkfam!!

I pray you are all geared up to make healthier decisions & enjoy everyday doing it...

God bless,

Dee

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HEATHER39 1/4/2013 11:06PM

Happy New Year!!!!!

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AVANELL 1/2/2013 7:45PM

Let's get it done, Dee! May God grant you great success with your goals and upcoming achievements!

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CIERAPOET 1/2/2013 5:28PM

Yes Dee I'm READY for 2013!!! Getting it done is what I'm going to do this year. Just do it...whatever it is...especially when I know I'm supposed to do it! With God's Help it CAN be done!!!

for reading my goals blog and the motivating comments! You ARE the

I pray you had a GREAT Love Filled New Year!!!

God's Abundant Blessings!!!
Deb

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RESTORED_ME 1/2/2013 1:08AM

Nicely phrased.... very wise. I have to agree... running has become a habit and this habit is TOTALLY changing me.

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JANTWO 1/2/2013 12:22AM

Happy New Year Dee!!!!

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GODZDESIGN95 1/1/2013 10:03PM

happy new year. I know you will go forward in reaching your goals.

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MICHELLE_391 1/1/2013 7:41PM

Happy New Year!

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SPARKLE1908 1/1/2013 6:38PM

Good luck with your goals!!!

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PARKERB2 1/1/2013 6:30PM

Thank you, fellow Sparker.

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