Summer Has Arrived

It's official, summer is here. It seemed to me that it took forever to get here this year. The weather kept going back and forth between hot and cool, teasing us with hints of summer only to cool off again. But now it's officially here and it's been hot. Along with the hot are storms, lots of storms and some of them strong ones. We were lucky no major damage, just trees. Not everyone was so lucky.

But that's the way summer is here, the trade off for the hot weather and summer fun, thunderstorms. But for today the storms are over and the air is cooler and everything is fresh and clean from the rain. Tomorrow the sun will be back as will the heat and we will enjoy another beautiful summer day.

I love all the seasons and they all bring their own uniqueness and beauty, but summer will forever be my favorite just for the fond memories it holds.I love this time of year and I hope that wherever you are and whatever the season I hope it holds something special for you! Have a wonderful night! B. <3

Trying To Stay On Track

I've been trying really hard to stay on track with healthy eating but I'm finding it a lot harder than I'd like it to be. The problem is I really love food, especially sweets. Ice cream is a tough one. I love it and on a really hot day it hits the spot.

I guess the trick is to find healthier versions of my favorite things and not over do it when I do eat things like ice cream. Balance is key. I read a lot of things about health and nutrition and everyone has a different idea of the best way to do it. Some are very extreme and while that may work for some, it's not going to work for me. I have to have a little more flexibility, I have to have variety and it has to taste good, if it's not good I'm not going to eat it. So I'll eat my salads, drink my juices and smoothies and eat the occasional piece of chocolate. I will however try and cut back on the ice cream.

I need to get myself moving too, that is even harder for me. I really don't like to exercise. As much a I hate to admit it I am a bit of a couch potato. It's so much easier to sit and watch t.v. or play on the computer than to exercise. But I'm trying to change that too,trying to do some yoga and stretching. I want to start out slowly and build my way up to something more. If I can just keep myself motivated and not start it and then quit, if I can just keep at it I know I'll get the results I want. I really want to be healthier and have more energy and feel better about me. But I also want to prove to myself that I can do it. This is my goal to stick with it and do what I set out to do.

Hope you're all having a great day and that you accomplish your goals whatever they may be. Enjoy your beautiful world! B. <3

HAPPY FATHERS DAY!

Happy fathers day to all the dads out there, hope you all have a great day! Relax and enjoy!

Beautiful Weekend

The weekend here is off to a beautiful start. Lots of bright sunshine and blue skies. I awoke early this morning to cool air and birds singing. A perfect morning to have my tea out on the front porch. It was also a perfect way to start off the day and the weekend.

We've got lots of yard work planned and the weather should be wonderful.  Wherever you are I hope the weather is beautiful and you have a great weekend and have something fun planned. Happy Weekend! B. <3

Beautiful Summer Day

It's been a beautiful, hot summer day. It felt as if we skipped spring and summer was slow in coming as well, but it's here now. I'm so glad, Summer is my very favorite season and I look forward to it every year. I think it goes back to being a kid and getting out of school for the summer. I couldn't wait for summer, no school, long days meant more time to play outside. I loved that and I still do.I love the warm nights, to sit outside after dark or take a walk in the cool night air. I love the smell of fresh cut grass and honeysuckle. I love the humming birds and butterflies that come to check out all of my flowers, the sound of the fountains flowing in my front yard, all part of life in the summertime. Sitting on the front porch sipping iced tea, lounging on the porch swing reading a book. I do love summer, the things I do may have changed since childhood, but my love for this season remains as strong as ever.

I hope you find beauty and happiness in your world no matter what the season, Have a wonderful night and a bright, happy tomorrow! B. <3

Hello Out There

Just popping in to say hello and wish you all a wonderful evening! B. <3

Breathing Room

Lately we've been getting rid of things, letting go of stuff and it feels so good. I am surprised at what a wonderful feeling it is to release all of the stuff we no longer need. I realize now how much stuff I have held on to just because I thought I should, not because I really wanted or needed them, but I felt I couldn't let it go. What if I need it someday?

I realize I've been holding on out of fear. Fear of letting go. Fear of the unknown, fear of trusting. Then I just realized that I'm only holding myself back, keeping away all that I truly desire by holding on so tightly to things that no longer serve me.

So I made the decision to let it go, to let the universe guide me in the right direction and stop fighting and just go with it. I'm so happy that I did because clearing out the clutter feels good. I feel calmer, more relaxed and I have more room to breathe. It's amazing how much stuff you collect over the years, things you buy, things you inherit and gifts that are given to you. You keep them even after they they are of no use to you and that just clutters up your life. My home feels so much lighter now and we're just getting started. Everyday I find more that I want to get rid of.

I've also decided to think about what I bring into my home and into my life. It is my desire to only buy that which will bring me closer to all that I want out of life. Things that truly bring me joy and help me on my path. I no longer wish to shop on a whim, I will be much more careful about my purchases. My goals in life have changed and things that were once important just aren't anymore. I'm looking closely at everything and deciding if I really want in my life, do I really love it? Does it serve me in some way? If not, out it goes, let someone else have it. It's very freeing to do this, I wish I had done it sooner but I guess I wasn't ready. I'm there now and I'm happy to let it all go.

Hope you've all had a wonderful weekend and have a great night and maybe you can release something that's holding you back. Here's to a bright and clutter free future. B. <3

Life, Faith and change

Life is tough sometimes. Sometimes change happens whether we are ready or not. I always try to stay positive but it's not always easy.There are times when you just have to have faith and trust that things will work out. Sometimes you can only do so much and you just have to let go and trust. Not always easy, but necessary.

I've had one of those weeks but I'm trying to do just that, let go and have faith. I've decided that's all I can do, worry doesn't help so I might as well put my energy into something more productive. To focus on the good and leave the rest to the universe.

So here's to a wonderful night and a bright, beautiful future and to faith, hope and love. Have a great night, sleep well.  B. <3