Well, I jumped. Not sure about what I jumped into, but not where I thought I would be. So…no harm no foul, but now what.
Prayers still appreciated. Emotions are a little thin.
Thank you.
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Shoe Laces
I know it doesn’t seem like much but my laces are straight, in the middle of the shoe. I recently realized that I am able to do this. Actually bend over to tie my shoes. The ties used to end up on the inside part of my shoe. I had to hike my leg up on the bed, and grunt while doing that. Struggling to tie them, I didn’t care where the bow was located.
I really like tying my shoes now. I like going for walks. I am liking this new me.
Blessings.
Reality…Size L
Perception… I never dreamed that I would be in a size L shorts, let alone Nike Shorts size L.
This picture is really not the best. And, I had just finished a outside walk with Dexter…BUT these are Carmen’s size L shorts! They are snug. But my bottom is in them!! Definitely a big Non-Scale-Victory!
You can see some of my skin issues. Thighs, and arms. Tummy – ugh. I will take them. Battle scars! ha. Happy Wednesday!!
Blessings.
Jumping…
“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.” – unknown
Jumping in feet first. Becoming fearless in my pursuit of my journey.
Happy Monday! Find your fire!
Blessings.
Pizza
One of the things I have missed with my surgery is pizza, well and bread in general.
I found these Flatout Pizza Flatbread at Publix the other day.
I thought it would be a good idea for dinner for all of us to make our “own” pizza. I had mushrooms, purple onion, pizza sauce, pineapple, ham, hamburger, and of course, pepperoni.
David likes BBQ sauce on his pizza, Carmen and I don’t. So this was a nice option for all of us to get want we wanted without take out or delivery.
The Flatout’s had 6 grams of protein, and were only 130 calories. I made one complete bread, but only ate a half of one. Should have made it into thirds.
But it was yummy, and we all had fun making our own pizzas.
Blessings.
Sunday Thought
I need something to do. Not do, really, but do. Ya know? I want to contribute to something that will have an impact. Make my life worthwhile. I don’t want my life to be just busy. Busy with work, laundry, homework, and cleaning. But busy with family, and friends. Hearing what they have to say. Be that encouraging friend or Mom or wife. I want those things. I think I do these occasionally, but not near enough.
I have begun my next Math class (online), and feeling overwhelmed at times again. So, with my anxiety, I don’t just want to add something to my day. I want my days to count, not to be wasted.
I have spent far too much time in my chair (or couch) with my weight, and Lupus the past 10 years or so. I am done with that. Especially now with my weight loss, I feel better. I have more time to contribute to friendships. But I want more – I want to be outside in my yard (that is dying…a topic for another post), out with friends chatting about their day, or just walking around the block with our kids. I want to be strong in faith. To encourage my friends to take those chances on life, to go on that trip, or start up that business.
So, I am thinking about how my days can be better managed so that I can contribute somewhere. Just not sure where yet. Prayers and positive thoughts appreciated.
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” – Ephesians 6:10 (NIV)
Blessings.
Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice
So I have been wanting to make this for a while. After my doctor’s appointment today, I came home and made it. Well, my version of it.
This is Katie Lee’s recipe on Foodnetwork.com:
- 1 medium head cauliflower, stem removed
- 3 teaspoons canola oil
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 cup frozen mixed peas and carrots, thawed
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, plus more for serving, optional
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cooked chicken breasts, diced (I used a rotisserie chicken)
- Hot sauce, for serving, optional
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the canola oil. Add the eggs and quickly scramble. Transfer the eggs to a plate and set aside. Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons canola oil. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add the peas and carrots, scallions and cauliflower. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
As the vegetables are cooking, whisk the soy sauce and sesame oil together in a small bowl. Stir the sauce and chicken into the cauliflower mixture. Cook an additional minute or 2. Stir the cooked eggs back into the mixture. Serve with hot sauce and additional soy sauce if desired.
I used minced, frozen cauliflower (super short cut). I also cooked the chicken (thighs, sauteed with salt and pepper). And I didn’t have frozen peas or carrots. I had onion, broccoli, and carrots. I did blanch them before adding them. I didn’t have fresh ginger either (ha – I know) but had the paste kind. But I followed Katie’s instructions.
Even with all of my changes, it turned out really good. David and Carmen both liked it, and David even said we could have this every week. Minced cauliflower is now my friend. Although I think I will keep the shortcut and buy it already minced.
Blessings!
Put On Purple Day
Today is Put On Purple Day for Lupus Awareness.
Show me your purple!!
Blessings.
A Year
This speaks volumes…May 2016 to May 2017! Same door.
I see the doc later today, so I will update more tomorrow.
Blessings!!
Spoons
My days have been much better since surgery, and 125 pounds lost. My joints don’t hurt as bad as they used to. I have used the Spoon Theory many a time to explain my fatigue, and just levels of pain. This picture explains:
Thankful my days are better, but I still have bad days. They are fewer and far between now. Thankful I don’t have to use so many spoons.
Lupus Awareness Month.
Blessings.
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