New Years Resolution!

So after the past week of thought. I reviewed my life this past year and I have noticed an interesting habit I seem to have sneak up on me frequently. Last years resolution I said I wanted to get in shape and lose weight. I made my goal plan on paper, wrote out all the steps to feel healthy and good about myself. I followed it, it was easy when I made a practical goal with obtainable benchmarks to hit over the next few months. Each mark I made I hit and I was feeling pumped! I felt better and better; I could hike up the hill on 20 min, do an 1 1/2 hour yoga class, Dance the night away with my friends, all while radiating confidence. I was doing my thing having plenty of dates and no one could stop me. Until I get so comfortable with how I look and feel I start to drop out of my routine thinking "oh, if I miss this one hike it won't hurt me I look amazing!"

After about 3 months into my resolution diet plan my attitude was I can do whatever I want, when I want! That went for dating, working out, and eating. Also I had meet this handsome manly man who I started spending all my time with. Which consequently left no time for myself. So Between his I can eat anything and not gain a pound diet, late nights with him, and my I look gorgeous all the time mental state, I had completely stopped all my training I was doing; big mistake!

For awhile I was managing to stay the same but slowly over the summer I would gain one or two pounds a week and think "that is no problem I'll just have to bust it out in the gym in the morning". Then a few more pounds "ok I will have to get butt kicked this weekend" to "well just after my birthday I get back on my diet routine again" to "defiantly after the holidays..." I had gotten to the point were I can't fit into my old clothes I had and even though I'm still normal weight it's just not the same as the in shape active body I had.

So this year I want to do it again but this time stick with it!! I'm getting old enough now were I will have to consistently watch what I eat and exercise is utmost importance. Since school is starting I want to be able to keep up and feel good! I want to look in the mirror and be proud of myself again.

So my New Years Resolution

is to get back on my diet, go to yoga classes, go to the gym at least 3 times a week, and tanning!

is to be consistent and disciplined (either with chores, house work, gym, eating, etc)

is to be a better listener

is to not eat fast food! My boyfriend is not a very good help with this!

is to be 135lbs by April!

These are just things that I have taken as most important to me and I will be on my way tomorrow to a new better me! I sincerely miss the feeling of confidence in my looks and over all appearance. If it were only as easy to rewind time to take those pounds off without as much work! I hope that I will be able to stick to my guns with the Wii Fit I have gotten for Christmas (I love that thing) I want to knock all my depression away. I wonder if anyone feels the same way...

An Abundance!

Christmas morning...

cinnamon rolls, hot chocolate, wrapped in blankets with my lover, going through the mounds of gifts

Getting...

a Wii fit, Shawn White Snowboarding, Guitar Hero, Clothes, Puzzles, and Pictures

Sharing it with people I care about the most...

Priceless

Possible Resolution

"On a journey of learning to change the way that I react to others! Looking for balance from within! Embracing the reality that I must take time to truly discover what I want from the world and what I want the world to receive from me."

-Chris McCarty a good friend of mine

She seems to always know how to put words together in just the right way! Love you!

I'm getting Frustrated with myself

Lately, I have been so sleepy and out of energy. I don't want to do anything or go anywhere. I just feel so BLAH. I've started to get mad at myself.

I'm angry that I can't get myself out of be in the morning to take a shower for the day. I usually end up rushing out the door because I'm trying to savor every second of sleep and just cowboy comb and run in my sweats. It leaves me feeling ugly all day and then depressed. Then

I'm angry that I just can't get my fat butt in the gym more. Then

I'm angry that even though I'm not hungry I will still eat half the pan of brownies. Then

I'm angry that I never finish organizing my room and live in a pile of dirty clothes. Then

I'm angry that I have gained over 20 lbs and lot my tan. Then

I'm angry that these things have slipped away from me when they are so easy to fix.

Most of all, I'm angry and these things are starting to make me feel disappointed in myself. It's a vicious cycle of disappointment. I used to be up and about and doing this and that; I was motivated and out-going. Hanging out... working out... and going out... all used to be things I do all the time and they have gotten away. I have been working on a news years resolution and I think that all these things will be taken into consideration. Cause lately I'm tired of feeling this way and school will be starting soon and I want to start feeling accomplished. I'm making myself ready for change.

Adho Mukha Svanasana

Adho Mukha Svanasana also called Downward Dog or Downward-Facing Dog is a popular Hatha Yoga posture or asana.
Downward Dog begins by kneeling with the hands and knees on the floor, hands under the shoulders, fingers spread wide, knees under the hips, knees about seven inches apart, spine straight and relaxed. On a deep exhale, the hips are pushed toward the ceiling, the body forming an inverted V-shape. Legs are straight. Arms are straight, elbows engaged, shoulders wide and relaxed. The heels move toward the floor. Hands and feet remain hip-width apart. If the hamstrings are very strong or tight, the knees should be bent to allow the spine to lengthen fully. Pressure is avoided on the wrists by pressing into the fingers and palms, directing the push upward into the hips. The head drops naturally. The heart moves toward the back wall.
The hips move up and back. Relying on the breath while holding the posture, the student takes deep, steady inhales and exhales that create a flow of energy through the body. Concentration on maintaining a slow, rhythmic, sustaining breath is most important. On an exhale, the student releases onto the hands and knees and rests.

Teachers and practitioners of yoga believe that the benefits of Downward Dog include:
Stretches the shoulders, legs, and spine.
Builds strength throughout the body.
Provides an overall body stretch.
Removes fatigue and rejuvenates the body.
Increases blood flow to the sinuses.
Strengthens the immune system.
Calms the mind and lifts the spirits.
Improves digestion.
Strengthens arms, legs, and feet.

This posture is not recommended when the wrists are sensitive or injured. Modifications are advised in that instance.

Video From iTunes I love how Byronl shows how to properly do the moves and seeing how your body should look is great too! Thanks for the Podcast!

Song on my Heart Today

Sometimes I feel like I need to shake myself, to wake myself:
I feel like I'm just sleep walkin' through my life.
It's like I'm swimmin' in an ocean of emotion,
But still, somehow, slowly goin' numb inside.
I don't like who I'm becomin', I know I've gotta do somethin',
Before my life passes right by.

I want to cry like the rain, cry like the rain,
Shine like the sun on a beautiful mornin'.
Sing to the heavens like a church bell ringin',
Fight with the devil an' go down swingin'.
Fly like a bird, roll like a stone,
Love like I ain't afraid to be alone.
Take everything that this world has to give,
I wanna live.

Sometimes I wonder why I work so hard to guard my heart.
Well, I hardly feel anything at all.
I've spent my whole life buildin' up this ivory tower.
And now that I'm in it, I keep wishin' it would fall.
So I can feel the ground beneath me, really taste this air I'm breathin',
And know that I'm alive.

I want to cry like the rain, cry like the rain,
Shine like the sun on a beautiful mornin'.
Sing to the heavens like a church bell ringin',
Fight with the devil an' go down swingin'.
Fly like a bird, roll like a stone,
Love like I ain't afraid to be alone.
Take everything that this world has to give,
I wanna live,
I wanna live.

Somethin' deep inside keeps sayin life is like a vapor,
It's gone in just the twinklin' of an eye.

I want to cry like the rain, cry like the rain,
Shine like the sun on a beautiful mornin'.
Sing to the heavens like a church bell ringin',
Fight with the devil an' go down swingin'.
Fly like a bird, roll like a stone,
Love like I ain't afraid to be alone.
Take everything that this world has to give.
I wanna take every breath I can get,
I wanna live.

I need to wake up, snap out of depression mood and feel the world around me. My mind is screaming for change and I feel it coming...

The Four Agreements

I have read this Amazing book several times now and each time it makes me realize that everything we do is based on agreements we have made. In these agreements we tell ourselves who we are, what everyone else is, how to act, what is possible, and what is impossible. What we have agreed to believe creates what we experience. When these agreements come from fear, blocks and obstacles develop keeping us from realizing our greatest potential.

Based on ancient Toltec wisdom , the Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives and our work into a new experience of effectiveness , balance and self supporting behavior.

BE IMPECCABLE WITH YOUR WORD

Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.

DON'T TAKE ANYTHING PERSONALLY

Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.

DON'T MAKE ASSUMPTIONS

Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.

ALWAYS DO YOUR BEST

Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgement, self-abuse, and regret.

Lemonade Diet

Lemonade Diet

For at lest 10 days drink 10 or more servings a day of the following:

Salt water Flush recipe:

2 level tsp of uniodized sea salt
1 qt or 32 oz of luke-warm water

Lemonade Diet recipe:

2 Tbsp or 1 oz (approx 1/2 lemon)- fresh squeezed lemon or lime, not bottled juice!
2 Tbsp or 1 oz of organic grade B maple syrup
1/10 tsp or more of cayenne pepper
1 cup or 8 oz of purified spring drinking water

Or for the quick equivalent to making a whole days servings in an empty gallon jug:

The juice of 5 lemons
1 1/4 cup of organic maple syrup
1 tsp of cayenne pepper
and 10 cups of water

Mix all and shake well!!

So I have read the the routine to do for 10-20 days is to:

Wake up in the morning and immediately drink the salt water flush.

Followed by sipping all day on the lemonade mix

And at night just before bed to drink a Senna herbal laxative tea. For the tea be sure to steep covered for 10-15 min to fully extract the natural laxatives.

I have done this diet before and the worst part of anything is the cayenne pepper burns my lips more than anything. I guess that is because I never eat any sort of spicy food. When I have done this flush I lost 11 lbs in 2 weeks. So it will be worth it if you can stick to it!

Wii Fit Accountablility Partner

So for Christmas I will be getting a Wii Fit. I'm very excited to try it out especially when I will be in school for yoga teacher training in January. I want to see how accurate and helpful it is for practicing real yoga. Hopefully I will not be disappointed but I'm not getting my hopes to high!

I was wondering if anyone has a Wii Fit already and let me know how they like it! There is another workout game I saw by a fitness woman Jillian something that uses the board and I will check that out to see if it is any good. but if anyone has their opinions I would like to get some advice.

I was just wondering, If anyone dose like it and wanted a fitness accountability partner after christmas let me know! Me and my roommate will use it but it would also be fun to have a pen pal sorta workout support/competition Cause when you have a partner who is working out more than you gets you up off your butt! Hopefully there is another 20-25 year old girl out there who wants to wii fit with us but whoever wants help, the more the merrier!!! Plus since I will be in school for a yoga fitness teaching it will help me try to explain moves and be more of a motivator cause after all getting in shape is easy with encouraging help! Again that is if the Wii Fit ends up being a good program... heres hoping!!


Wii # 2707 7931 8317 0524

I'm in Yoga Teacher Training Program

So I have been accepted to the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts Yoga Teach Training Program. I start class in January and I'm very excited. Yoga has been something in my life for some years now and has been there for me through tough times. I have always counted on my yoga time being just for me to unwind and relax. Not that I'm going to be a teacher I'm very excited to share that with other people. Knowing how much fulfillment I get from my practice I hope that I will be able to do that in someone else's life!

As I start my schooling I'm very thankful that I get to go to any yoga class during the week for free! It's amazing because yoga is pricey. Also I will have to practice my teaching routines so if anyone is wanting to get back in shape for summer contact me for some free yoga! You help me and I will help you!

Once school gets rolling I will be able to tell more of the style and teachings of Yoga and be able to give advice and hopefully have people who want some yoga lessons to help me learn to be a better teacher.

Namaste-
Sun-Kissed Yogi

Black Friday Stampede: A Tragic Tale of Human Gluttony

Read this article I found on Newsday.com:

A 34-year-old Wal-Mart worker died Friday morning after "a throng of shoppers . . . physically broke down the doors" and knocked him to the ground as the crowd pushed its way into the store at a Valley Stream mall, Nassau police said.

One police officer told Newsday the prelude to the death was "a mob scene." The man who died was a temporary, part-time Wal-Mart worker, the officer said.

Shoppers who surged into the store were asked to leave by Wal-Mart workers, some of them crying and visibly upset, said one shopper, Kimberly Cribbs of Far Rockaway.

Though rumors circulated among the shoppers that someone had been badly injured, people ignored the Wal-Mart workers' requests that they stop shopping, move to the front of the store and exit, Cribbs said.

"They kept shopping. It's not right. They're savages," Cribbs said.

She said she entered the store after the worker was already being attended to by emergency personnel. As people waited, then pushed into the store, she said, "It was chaos."

Another shopper said people were screaming and shoving in line before the opening.

The worker was knocked down at 5:03 a.m. at the Green Acres Mall store, and was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 6:03 a.m.

As of Friday morning the cause of death was described as "undetermined," police said. An exact cause of death will be determined by the county medical examiner's office, police said. The man's name was not immediately made public by the police, and the store was closed.

Police are reviewing the security tapes from the store entrance.

Four other Wal-Mart shoppers at the Valley Stream store were taken to hospitals Friday morning. A 28-year-old pregnant woman was taken to a hospital for observation, and three other shoppers suffered minor injuries and were taken to hospitals for treatment.

Dan Fogelman, spokesman at Wal-Mart corporate headquarters in Bentonville, Ark., said Friday, "The safety and security of our customers and associates are our top priority."

Fogelman called the death "a tragic situation" and said the company was cooperating fully with the Nassau County police investigation. He declined to comment on whether the company would review its practice of heavily-discounted holiday sales events, or whether the company was reviewing its crowd control measures at such sales.

He said company management were saddened by the death of the worker and the injuries to customers, adding, "Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time."

The Nassau Police Fifth Squad is investigating.

I almost feel sick by how careless people can be. Just shows how Americans are so selfish trampling over strangers to save a few bucks during the holidays. Yes we understand times are tough and sacrifices are being made but to be so impatient and savage to get what you want is beyond me. I hope all those people there at that Wal Mart at 5:03 AM feel guilty for how they acted, but knowing this country's attitude they are are going to point the finger some were else. Wal Mart will end up being blamed and possibly sued for having "such great deals". "It's not our fault, Wal Mart should not have their prices so low and such limited quanities", I bet is what we will be hearing from those selfish penny pinchers in the papers later this week.

Here is a thought why don't all the pathetic shoppers man up and take responsibility for their actions. Even small children all trying to head to recess have the patience to line up and wait to be excused. I bet no one even stopped to help him either just kept running with the money in their hands and minds on them selves. Even when they were asked to leave they refused, how in the world can someone be that idiotic. I hope that everyone there in the first 15 min of trampling is fined or charged for man saluter or even a hit and run! Patience is a virtue and I believe that is a lesson they could learn in jail.

I feel so upset for that mans family and even worse it makes me so disappointed in mankind. I can't even think of anything else to say. I will be reading up on what the outcome of this tragic ordeal hoping that there is some humility left in the hearts of people. Sorry for being to harsh but this is very upsetting.

Vick's Vapor Rub Foot Remedy

VICKS VAPO RUB..... INTERESTING 

My Mother sent me this email you will read below about the healing effect of vicks on your feet. I was doubtful at first but I read up on it and it has some good information. 

Message:
During a lecture on Essential Oils, they told us how the foot soles can absorb oils. Their example: Put garlic on your feet and within 20 minutes you can 'taste' it.

Some of us have used Vicks Vapo rub for years for everything from chapped lips to sore toes and many body parts in between. But I've never heard of this. And don't laugh, it works 100% of the time, although the scientists who discovered it aren't sure why. To stop night time coughing in a child (or adult as we found out personally), put Vicks Vapo rub generously on the bottom of the feet at bedtime, then cover with socks. Even persistent, heavy, deep coughing will stop in about 5 minutes and stay stopped for many, many hours of relief. Works 100% of the time and is more effective in children than even very strong prescription cough medicines. In addition it is extremely soothing and comforting and they will sleep soundly.

Just happened to tune in A.M. Radio and picked up this guy talking about why cough medicines in kids often do more harm than good, due to the chemical makeup of these strong drugs so, I listened. It was a surprise finding and found to be more effective than prescribed medicines for children at bedtime, in addition to have a soothing and calming effect on sick children who then went on to sleep soundly.

My wife tried it on herself when she had a very deep constant and persistent cough a few weeks ago and it worked 100%! She said that it felt like a warm blanket had enveloped her, coughing stopped in a few minutes and believe me, this was a deep, ( incredibly annoying!) every few seconds uncontrollable cough, and she slept cough-free for hours every night that she used it.

If you have grandchildren, pass this on. If you end up sick, try it yourself and you will be absolutely amazed at how it works.


DON'T SHUN THIS ONE.. TRY IT THE NEXT TIME YOU GET
A BAD COLD

After reading this I looked into a foot cleanse patch and actually purchased a pack at a local Walgreens. This patch helps clear your body of any unnatural chemicals. You are exposed to thousands of harsh toxins and nasty chemicals on a daily basis. They're in the food you eat, the air you breathe, and even the prescription pills you take to make yourself feel better. These toxins build up in the body and put pressure on your vital organs. They take away your energy and focus, cause you to get sick, contribute to cellulite and weight gain, make you sleep poorly, contribute to hair loss, cause diseases and too many other unattractive things to mention. In addition most Americans are adding more processed foods to their diets, and getting far less exercise than they need.
Keeping your body clear of toxins will help you live a longer, stronger and healthier life.
The lymphatic system plays a vital role in the body by regulating the immune system and getting rid of toxins. When the lymphatic system becomes blocked, lymphatic fluid builds up and stagnates causing the entire system to become toxic. The Cleanse Patch® helps extract lymphatic fluid from the body by clearing blockages. It also eliminates metabolic wastes and toxins from the body, transports nutrients to cells, and boosts your metabolism. All of this helps you reduce excess body fluids, lose weight, has a calming effect on the nervous system, relieve stress and tension. Frequent use of the Cleanse Patch® will improve the appearance of your skin, rejuvenate collagen fibers and slow the aging process.

One tip I have if you are going to use these patches. Make sure that you scrub your feet really well. Purchase a pumice stone or a rigid file and go to down on all the built up dead skin on the bottom of your feet. My routine it to wash my feet in a hot bath with epsom and sea salts and I scrub all the little cracks of dry skin away especially on the ball of my foot and arch between the sole and heel. I will have my feel in the salt water for a total of 30 minutes. Once I'm satisfied with my cleaning I will towel dry and wait 5 minutes then put the patch on. My theory is that since the skin is a little damp it will start absorbing quicker and easier. Then I will head to bed and when I wake up there is a mixer of toxins and chemicals that would scare a small child!

Since trying the foot detox I have no reason to doubt this Vicks Vapor rub cold remedy. I have not done it yet but once I start getting symptoms of a cold it will be the first thing I start to do. What I'm wondering is can this work with other oils? like peppermint or sandalwood that are suppose to be healing smells and oils cause if garlic works then what else can?. I will have to experiment to see how much and if it even will work! Hope this helps let me know!

Some Kidney Health Advice

In this past year I have suffered some kidney infections and urinary track infections that have lead me to be hospitalized. Two conditions in which are irritating and worse painful! Lately I feel tired and sluggish which were symptoms I had suffered in the beginning of this painful phase of my health. I have done some research on kidney health and found some good supplements from Whole Foods.

I ran into a gentlemen that was a nutritionist working at Whole Foods. He was very knowledgeable and surprisingly very eager in helping me. He has said that for years he has suffered from the same conditions UTIs and all he suggested a kidney and bladder supplement along with a dandelion root vitamin, which was shocking. How can dandelion do anything to help your kidney? but apparently it will clean the lining of your kidney and bladder expelling all the bad bacteria. So I'm going to give it a try because I don't want to go through that excruciating pain again. There was a more expensive UTI pill you can take but I'm going to work with what I got first and if I'm not getting any good results I will have to try it.

Also there is a kidney detox kit that you can do but it's 95$ I think it would be worth that much money if you had kidney stones that need passing but I'm not sure I'm that far along with my kidney problems to go through a miserable detox. Below is the information from energy Essentials.com

Winter - Adrenal/Kidney/Bladder Cleanse:
Kidneys are the filter to the body and can build toxic waste and become fossilized. Juices, tea and herbs utilized, critical to maintaining weight and protecting heart and liver.
Why This Detox?
• Do you have the urgency to urinate but little comes out?
• Do you have acne around your mouth, chin, and jaw?
• Do you have back pain?
• Do you have white strips on your nails?
• Do you have thumb ridges?
The Winter is time for Cleansing the Kidneys, Bladder and Adrenals
The kidneys are designed to filter acids and minerals out of the blood, but often get overloaded with a buildup of mineral gravel, stones, acid crystals and mineral plaque due to .toxic wastes. in the body (which is a leading cause of cancer). This sediment occurs from pounds of old fecal matter being reabsorbed into the blood stream, chemicals, insecticides, and preservatives which can build up over the years and not only turn your kidneys into rocks-but .petrified. rocks no less. This process can take over your whole kidney structure thus becoming fossilized. Popular, .acid. forming, high protein diets often help take off the weight but also can promote rapid fossilization of this organ. The time to start the powerful Kidney/Bladder/Adrenal Flush is NOW!!!
Please note that the same acid, calcium, and plaque that forms in the kidneys also lines the coronary and cerebral arteries (along with cholesterol) which causes heart attacks and strokes.
A Few Challenges Related to Kidney/Bladder/Adrenal Weakness:
• Diabetes
• Chronic Dry Tongue
• An inherited inability to absorb calcium properly or to excrete too much oxalic acid
• Dehydration
• Allergies and food sensitivities
• Obesity
• Inactivity
• A magnesium and potassium deficiency

I have all these symptoms of acne only on the chin and nails beds so as a last resort I will definatly invest in the detox. I'll keep an update on how I'm feeling but I pray that it will be better than this lethargic exhausted body I have right now!

Time for a Change!

Have you ever been sitting at your desk at work or home and just think, what I would give to be any were else.  I feel it's a time for change I need to either get a new job one that I'm up on my feet moving around being social not stuck behind a desk alone working on a computer.  Part of me just wants to move away a change of scenery would be amazing at this point in my life.

But I find that once I make a goal and achieve it I'm still left unsatisfied.  I'm getting tired of this constant struggle to be happy.  Half the time I just want to pack up and go back home to the parental units.  This is a picture of their front yard in Hawaii, I know why aren't I there.  Well the fact is you are stuck on a little island with parents who are alittle over bearing and nosey.  Right now I would give anything to be back! Hopefully soon this gloom will clear away soon but with the holidays around the corner I'm not sure how that will pan out. 

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