my only choice

Thursday, March 06, 2008

I choose self-control..........

I am a spiritual being....... After this body is dead, my spirit will soar. I REFUSE TO LET WHAT WILL ROT, RULE THE ETERNAL. I choose self-control. I will be drunk only by joy. I will be impassioned only by my faith. I will be influenced only by God. I will be taught only by Christ. I choose self-control.

  

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FIERCEFIREFLI 3/11/2008 9:11PM

jen, you're awesome. in every sense of the word. keep blogging and believing. Report Inappropriate Comment

NAVYMOM133 3/7/2008 8:51PM

I think we're really beginning to understand what this means, and that there really has been a choice we've been making up till now, maybe not consciously, but we were allowing ourselves to let go, give up, bump along our lives, certainly for me nutritionally and physically anyway. I also choose self-control. Report Inappropriate Comment

XHASTEDMOMOF2 3/6/2008 6:53PM

Thank you for your uplifting blog!!! What an awesome reminder!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

-WRKNG2ABTTRME- 3/6/2008 4:23PM

I love your blog so much. Thank you for posting this. Report Inappropriate Comment

SORGIN 3/6/2008 4:23PM

I agree with NEWCREATION, I want to say, "AMEN!" You are such an inspiration to me and thanks again for being part of this journey. AMEN! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWCREATION517 3/6/2008 3:03PM

Every time I read your blog, I just want to get up out of my chair and change my life and the world! I always feel so inspired, like all things are possible (in Christ)! I love how you write, I love how you think, I love who you are! Thank you for being my friend!! *hug* Kristin Report Inappropriate Comment

for today

Tuesday, March 04, 2008

Love, joy, peace,patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control...

To these I commit my day. If I succeed, I will give thanks.

If I fail, I will seek His grace.

And then, when this day is done,
I will place my head on my pillow and rest.
Author Unknown

  

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SUNFLOWER66 3/5/2008 12:49PM

that was beautiful! kate :) Report Inappropriate Comment

SORGIN 3/4/2008 11:27PM

Wow, I LOVE that! I hope your day went well. It seems you have a lot on your mind in between a new therapist for your son and your husband far away and worried over your father-in-law. I hope you are able to take a few deep breaths. Please know I am thinking about you and hope things are on firmer footing soon. Thanks so much for all your kind words! You keep me going! Report Inappropriate Comment

XHASTEDMOMOF2 3/4/2008 7:16PM

Just checkin' on ya and seeing how you're doing!!! I love your blog today!!! Thank you for the reminder!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWCREATION517 3/4/2008 4:19PM

I LOVE this!! Thank you for being a consistent source of inspiration, encouragement and Truth! *hugs* Kristin Report Inappropriate Comment

march is my month!!!

Sunday, March 02, 2008

i am feeling inspired... january and february were months to get a grip on my eating and exercise and become aquainted with SP ; meeting new friends!! the support has pushed me thru to the beginning of March with a great new attitude and a feeling that i can accomplish my goals.. REALLY BELIEVING THAT...not just wishing it to be so... FOR THIS I AM VERY GRATEFUL!!

Thank the Lord because He is good.His love continues forever.Psalm 106:1

Worship is when youre aware that what youve been given is far greater than what you can give. Worship is the awareness that were it not for his touch, you'd still be hobbling and hurting, bitter and broken. Worship is the half-glazed expression on the parched face of a desert pilgrim as he discovers that the oasis is not a mirage.
Worship is the "thank you" that refuses to be silenced.
We have tried to make a science out of worhip. We cant do that. We cant do that any more than we can "sell love" or "negotiate peace."
Worship is a voluntary act of GRATITUDE offered by the saved to the Savior, by the healed to the Healer and by the delivered to the Deliverer.

In The Eye of the Storm--Max Lucado

  

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TRYIN2SHINE 3/3/2008 9:58AM

Just appreciated your comment on my page and wanted to comment back to you :). Yep, sure am a 40 something with a toddler, just like you! I am so glad to have found someone to check in with that has this in common with me, because it does present its own special challenges at times :) If you don't find me checking in with you, don't hesitate to check in with me and keep me accountable :). Chantelle Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNFLOWER66 3/2/2008 11:38PM

jen, i couldn't have said it any better. i feel like i can be a winner at this also. i finally can believe in myself and reading this passage you posted is very uplifting! thanks, kate :) Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWCREATION517 3/2/2008 3:54PM

I'm believing with you, Jen! March is going to be a GREAT month! And I can't wait to see the ways in which the Lord is going to bless you and your family! Thank you for continuing to inspire and encourage me *hugs* Kristin Report Inappropriate Comment

LADY_DONKEY 3/2/2008 11:07AM

I'm right there with you! I hope it's ok if I make March my month too! I think there's enough inspiration and motivation to go around several times :-) Yay March! Yay Spring! Report Inappropriate Comment

i am a little bit over my head

Thursday, February 28, 2008

i havent blogged in a week which is unusual for me... i have been putting it off and i wasnt sure why.. i now know why... i feel a lot of pressure --- my husband is in CO with his dad helping him get better, that is where he should be ---my husbands dad is really responding to him being there and that makes me SO HAPPY. this crisis has been hard on all of us... i am here with the kids-- there are four little humans that i have to take care of--yikes!! one of those humans is 3 months old--double yikes!!! one of them is a cranky 2 year old--triple yikes!!!!--- one of them is a 9 year old sensitive , dramatic female ---HELP!!! and of course i have my 11 year old going on 21 year old young man.... OMG!!! heehee --writing this is making me laugh... anyway, i am feeling pressure, loneliness and a bit bummed/burnt out.... the good news is that i am continuing to fight the good fight... this is what i have control of---- MY MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT... God gives me the strength to take care of myself on a daily basis and i am EXTREMELY grateful for that.... i didnt have that a year ago working at that full-time job --depressed, overworked, not seeing my kids the way i wanted to... I AM GRATEFUL FOR THE STRUGGLES OF HOME anyday over my life a year ago. okay, i feel SO much better!!! blogging is cathartic.... woo-hoo!!

  

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SORGIN 3/4/2008 11:36PM

I hear you! I don't see how you do it - but you do and it completely blows me away! I hope at some point you can step back and look at yourself from the outside in. From where I am sitting, you're one tough, strong, smart, dedicated lady! All those plates are spinning and you're the one in control! You amaze me with your strength. Report Inappropriate Comment

TRYIN2SHINE 3/2/2008 9:11AM

Hugs! It is so hard to have the husband gone, esp. with a little one so young. I can sure relate from past experiences! I am glad you are feeling good in other ways about him being in Colorado though. Your blog entry encouraged me like I think it did you. It made me smile. I sure knew what you were saying about the 9 and 11 year old, one of mine is 10 :). And I have a toddler too. Feel free to contact me anytime. I'd love to buddy with you for this weight loss journey. Chantelle Report Inappropriate Comment

CAM885 3/2/2008 7:27AM

Hi Jen, I just read your recent blog and it sounds like you are going through a tough time..I am so sorry. I am not sure what CO is but it sounds like that is where your husband needs to be to get better. My thoughts and prayers are with you...I am a firm believer that a person draws extra strength during those tough times from God and that will help you get through this crisis. Being alone with 4 kids has to be challenging because I can barely do it with our 2 teenagers on the weekends during hunting season!! In any case, I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you. Report Inappropriate Comment

BECCACOATS 3/1/2008 10:21PM

Jenn: Thank you for sharing your struggles. You kids are beautiful (Handsome) I know the days and night get long with you hubby away. Thank goodness you are happy as to why he is away. That will be a blessing to your husband. My husband leaves a lot in the summer, he is a wildland firefighter and he (& I) put in 14 day assignments. However the home coming is always fun!!! Continue to lean on God for all of your issues, that is what he is there for. Take some time and plan for the homecoming (have the kids home to see dad as all of them will want their hugs, then have someone come get them for the night or you have someone come to the home and you get out for the night).. I am proud of you.. Hugs Becki Report Inappropriate Comment

AM I SNOWED IN OR AM I WALKING TO THE TOP OF THE SNOW HEAP?

Friday, February 22, 2008

i have been pretty successfully getting outside and jogging 2 miles... last couple of days it was so bitter cold it brought me back inside and i have been using the treadmill. the children have ANOTHER SNOW DAY TODAY!!!! they are tired of the cold, wintery weather at this point as well. i know that working out this past month has helped me stay focused on what I DO HAVE CONTROL OVER. i cant change the weather conditions. my kids' boredom but i do have the ability to help them get active/ creative doing arts/crafts, i can hop on the treadmill.i can choose good foods,,, i can read more information on nutrition/health.. i can CHOOSE TO NOT SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF!!! I CHOOSE TO STAY POSITIVE......

  

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NAVYMOM133 2/23/2008 9:36AM

Isn't it wonderful to have these tools, information and support literally at our fingertips? I am finding that I am growing stronger in my conviction that THIS IS OUR TIME and we are going to MAKE TIME to succeed. I find that an interesting thing to contemplate. Success in taking control of our eating and exercising and mental attitude is going to REQUIRE our attention and commitment. It isn't just going to happen all by itself. I wonder if that's the reason a lot of my previous dieting attempts have been unsuccessful. I would try some diet, eat the recommended food for a week and say, "Well? did it work?" I have been expecting the DIET to do the work! See what I mean? Sparkpeople is retraining me on nutrition, fitness and a whole new attitude about my approach. So now, there is no magic at the end of the day. There are hard numbers, counts and facts about my day and the way I chose to live it. The question now is "Well? Did *I* work today?" So far, my answer has been a very fulfilling "Yes, I DID work today. I worked hard for ME, for my body, my heart and my soul." Report Inappropriate Comment

LILBETH2 2/22/2008 3:37PM

Its good to stay positive and very motivated. I live in the midwest and it has been so cold and we have had plenty of snow/ice days. I go to our local community center which has an indoor track. I like to get out of the house and be around other people. Report Inappropriate Comment

CHILDSCRY 2/22/2008 2:17PM

Snow days throws my routine off! Great job at getting out and running! Report Inappropriate Comment

MCBETH45 2/22/2008 1:25PM

Great attitude! I remember when my kids were younger & they had a lot of snow days....you start running out of creative ideas! You sure have your hands full with 4 kids-I'm sure it's much harder than working full time. I am really impressed with how often you are working out too-that is amazing...keep up the good work & you'll get those new shoes in no time! Beth Report Inappropriate Comment

MSANYA 2/22/2008 1:08PM

What an awesome entry! You have a great attitude! Report Inappropriate Comment