New Leaf

In an effort to begin a new health regimen, I have been inspired by friends, like Jeni Fujita and Edgar P. and their photos of delicious HEALTHY food.

How many other people out there think of disgusting bitter greens, expensive grocery shopping (i.e. Whole Foods, for the good organic stuff) not to mention hwo difficult it is to think up a yummy meal with these ingredients that cost an arm and a leg. Well, time to get creative people, like a child in a 3rd grade cooking class.

It's not hard to do.

Wednesday was my first healthy experiment.
I made a ginger garlic spinach soup with chicken breast and a little rice, cost under 20.00, for a giant pot.

Today, I went to our closest cafe, grabbed two giant lettuce leaves, and stuffed each with some tuna, capers, a pickle, and a little bit of dijon. TO DIE FOR! (inspired by Edgar's lettuce "blunts")

I admit, it left me a little hungry, so maybe I would get three lettuce pieces next time.
Guilt free, creative gifts.

I think with a little child-like creativity, we can really create some delicious healthy snacks, without the expensive cookbooks, or diet plans, just with our own minds and with the intent of bringing love, and health to our bodies through natural delicious food.

Notice your impulse to "do," fix, and/or manage your discomfort.

Notice your breathing. (Is it shallow? Is it relaxed?)

After you've scrolled through once, go down the list again and zero in on the ones that brought up some emotional weather. Use your clearing journal to release some charge:

• Is there something in your purse or wallet that doesn't need to be there? Yes, a ton of papers
  
• Is there something in the backseat or trunk of your car that's been there longer than a week (that doesn't need to be there)? Nope
  
• Are you wearing something right now that you don't love, doesn't flatter you, or doesn't fit perfectly (yes, including underwear)? YES!!!
  
• Is there something in your closet that you haven't worn in over a year? OH YEAH
  
• Is your sock drawer a jumble of pair-less orphans? Sort of
  
• Do you have stuff in the fridge or freezer that is over six months old?
• Is there food that hasn't been put away? Some cereal boxes stored on counter
  
• Are there dishes that need to be washed? Or put away?
• Is there something on the refrigerator door that is expired, aged beyond recognition, not even noticeable?
• Is there something on the floor that belongs on a surface or in a drawer? Probably
  
• Do you have a plant that could use a little pruning, or watering?
• Are there lights on that are not being used?
• Do you have to dodge something to get past the entryway to your home? Nope
  
• Are you feeling pissed-off at a family member, partner, or roommate for not doing their part to keep things clear and tidy? Sometimes, but not right now.
  
• Is there something you're doing right now that can wait? No
  
• Is there something you can do right now that would be a better use of your time? Yes
  
• Is there something you can do right now that better matches your energy level? YES, SLEEEEP:)
  
• Are you feeling any twinges (even a hint) of overwhelm or anxiety as you scroll down this list?
• Are your buttons getting pressed by these questions?

Clearing Journal

Complete these statements in your journal:

• Right now I'm feelin: a little worried
  

• Sensations I experienced while doing this exercise were: laughter, realization
  

• The problem areas that made me go into self-judgment, blame, overwhelm: the part asking about family members. I feel like maybe one of my family members gets frustrated with my lack of time to organize things!
  

• One thing from the list that I can address right now/ sometime today is: Organizing my purse and sock drawer:)
  

• Right now I'm feeling... [note: this is a new minute, notice if you're feeling the same or different than you did the last time you checked] Fine
  

Clearing My Home and Clearing My Life - Daily Om Course- Daily Reflections

Clearing Journal

• Right now I am feeling…:
Overwhelmed

• One thing I wasn't previously aware of before today….: How easily I can be pursuaded to make purchases I might not be sure about

It is easy for me practice being aware when: When I quiet my mind and silence my thoughts and just breathe

Love

After some of very tumultuous relationships

I look at my relationship with Rick and am soo grateful of how peaceful we are
how in love we are
how silly we are
kind
we
are.

We are passionate, gentle, and supportive.
We love our kids.
There is nothing I wouldn't trust him with and nothing I couldn't
count on him to do.

He is the best man I know.

I love him, and I can honestly say I am looking forward to
sharing his last name:)

THANK GOD FOR YOU RICARDO ISRAEL!

My beautiful Daughter and super elf:)

Teihani is BEYOND wonderful!
I feel like I may have the world's most amazing daughter.
She gives without thinking of return.
She loves to help people.
She is a good sister.
She has such a loving and kind spirit.
She is not mean, and doesn't have a mean bone in her body.
She makes me laugh.
She is honest.
She is gentle.
She is strong!
Courageous.
Intelligent!
I love her!
I couldn't have asked for a more amazing young woman, to call my own daughter!
She is teaching me new things each day!

Teihani, thank you, for all that you do for others. You are an inspiration to me.

OH MY GOODNESS- I love my baby

I can't even keep pictures of him up at my desk because it makes me lactate.... Isn't that WEIRD??? Well it does wonders for breast feeding cause when I go to pump at work, all I have to do is look at his pictures and my milk lets down:)
This morning, before going to Grandma Linda's house he woke up all bright eyed and happy like he always does, and just stared at me.
I learned some more baby signing so I shared some words with him and he threw his fists up. The Deaf call this babbling with his hands:)

My little Deaf boy is BEAUTIFUL!

Mikey's First Signing Word:)

Hey, it's a start lol:)
I actually didn't even realize his fingers were in this position until I went through the photos!