It seems like we've been in the height of summer for a few weeks. It was 100 degrees in the shade today. I'm so thankful for a good air conditioner!
I'd been eating too much fast food which has left me not feeling well. To counteract this I've been eating wild salmon sandwiches, asparagus & watermelon (I just love watermelon) and drinking blueberry walnut yogurt smoothies with flaxseeds, green tea and organic apple cider vinegar mixed in a glass of water. I'm beginning to feel much better. I'm so glad I've had energy this evening.
I'm getting back on track on Professor Horner's Bible Reading System. It's been working great to open an internet window that has all of the day's Bible reading each morning as soon as I get up. Then I make sure I get my Bible reading done as well as surfing on the internet whenever I get online. This seems to be a great approach but after doing today's reading I noticed that at the web address where I was reading it, it was replaced with a new website. When trying to find another option I found Dr. Horner's Bible Reading System supported on Youversion.com All I had to do after signing up was click on "Read Plans" and select Professor Horner's Bible Reading System. I've completed day 91 but this started me out on day 1. I clicked the "Next Day" button 91 times which brought me to day 92, which I've now got bookmarked. I'm relieved there's no longer a problem with finding my daily Bible reading online.
I'm glad I can still do my Bible reading online in the Bible version I prefer. I love reading the different versions of the Bible, but the New King James Version is my choice for reading my ten chapters everyday. There are many versions of the Bible available at YouVersion.com including some of the great new versions such as (ESV) and (NET)!
Showing posts with label healthy eating. Show all posts
Showing posts with label healthy eating. Show all posts
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
A Beautiful Day
My aunt and uncle, with my uncle's sister and brother in law, arrived this afternoon. It was good to get to see them and visit with them. They drove up just when I was heading out for a walk in the park. They are staying with my mom.
I had a nice short walk. I think my endurance is increasing. I'm glad of this because I can't wait until I can take two mile walks without getting super duper tired.
I enjoyed getting out and doing some shopping today. I mostly got groceries. I did get a new pair of slippers that are really comfy. I also picked up some red hair shampoo, which brings out the red highlights in my dark brown hair. I went to Sally's, Krogers, Sam's Club and Walmart. Today has been a beautiful day.
Today I read something (see anti-inflammatory benefits) about flax seeds and walnuts, which are rich in Omega 3. These would be a lot better for me than the peanut butter sandwich I eat everyday. So I decided to replace my nightly peanut butter and banana sandwich with a smoothie made with yogurt, blueberries, flaxseed, and walnuts. I just made my smoothie and liked it. I got a coffee grinder and ground my own flax seeds.
I'm about to do my Bible reading for the day. I like doing this in the morning. I didn't feel well at all this morning but I now I feel good. I'm glad I was still able to make the most of my day.
I had a nice short walk. I think my endurance is increasing. I'm glad of this because I can't wait until I can take two mile walks without getting super duper tired.
I enjoyed getting out and doing some shopping today. I mostly got groceries. I did get a new pair of slippers that are really comfy. I also picked up some red hair shampoo, which brings out the red highlights in my dark brown hair. I went to Sally's, Krogers, Sam's Club and Walmart. Today has been a beautiful day.
Today I read something (see anti-inflammatory benefits) about flax seeds and walnuts, which are rich in Omega 3. These would be a lot better for me than the peanut butter sandwich I eat everyday. So I decided to replace my nightly peanut butter and banana sandwich with a smoothie made with yogurt, blueberries, flaxseed, and walnuts. I just made my smoothie and liked it. I got a coffee grinder and ground my own flax seeds.
I'm about to do my Bible reading for the day. I like doing this in the morning. I didn't feel well at all this morning but I now I feel good. I'm glad I was still able to make the most of my day.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Back Home
I had to be hospitalized for a few days this month and then stayed with my mom and stepfather for a few days. I sure enjoyed the hospitality. While I was in the hospital my mom started spring cleaning my apartment, getting rid of clutter and getting it organized beautifully. My sister helped her and I helped some too after I got out of the hospital.
My mom is so precious to me. She has golden character! I love seeing her purposefully carrying out her plans. She's humble and winsome. I love her so much! It means so much to me that she is my mom. Now she is getting ready for my stepfathers family to be houseguests. She cooked gumbo today and I cut up some vegetables to go in the gumbo.
I've been getting some home health therapy and had to rest for about three hours today after having to do thirty chair push ups! I took a two mile walk this evening--so glad to be able to do this again and hopeful about getting to go swimming soon!
It seems like God is pouring His grace out on me in various ways, and I'm so thankful and truly want to live in a way that glorifies Him. God has helped me to recuperate quickly from a serious health issue. I'm so glad I'm really on a good track with my eating and am losing weight. I'm so glad my apartment is really clean, including my walk in closet and I'm looking forward to inviting some friends over --probably for some homemade sushi.
My mom is so precious to me. She has golden character! I love seeing her purposefully carrying out her plans. She's humble and winsome. I love her so much! It means so much to me that she is my mom. Now she is getting ready for my stepfathers family to be houseguests. She cooked gumbo today and I cut up some vegetables to go in the gumbo.
I've been getting some home health therapy and had to rest for about three hours today after having to do thirty chair push ups! I took a two mile walk this evening--so glad to be able to do this again and hopeful about getting to go swimming soon!
It seems like God is pouring His grace out on me in various ways, and I'm so thankful and truly want to live in a way that glorifies Him. God has helped me to recuperate quickly from a serious health issue. I'm so glad I'm really on a good track with my eating and am losing weight. I'm so glad my apartment is really clean, including my walk in closet and I'm looking forward to inviting some friends over --probably for some homemade sushi.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Heat Wave
My mom is good about telling me gifts that my stepfather would like. For Father's day though she suggested a card and said there's not really anything he needs. I thought he might enjoy a book though. He's 87 years old and hasn't been quite as active recently. I got him a book of a private history of the White House for the last two years. He said "that sounds interesting!"
We are having such hot weather here and we sure need some rain. I love being inside in the air conditioning but I need more sunlight to help me get my days and nights straightened out. I can't stand the limbo caused by things like: having my days and nights mixed up; straying from the track of eating healthy; and procrastination instead of keeping my apartment clean and neat. I seem to get out of balance easily. The dishes are all washed though and I just straightened up my dressing room. I'm going to persistently try to keep getting a little bit more done so I can make progress instead of repeatedly putting things off. I think God is trying to teach me to make sure my choices are prudent and to not procrastinate.
We are having such hot weather here and we sure need some rain. I love being inside in the air conditioning but I need more sunlight to help me get my days and nights straightened out. I can't stand the limbo caused by things like: having my days and nights mixed up; straying from the track of eating healthy; and procrastination instead of keeping my apartment clean and neat. I seem to get out of balance easily. The dishes are all washed though and I just straightened up my dressing room. I'm going to persistently try to keep getting a little bit more done so I can make progress instead of repeatedly putting things off. I think God is trying to teach me to make sure my choices are prudent and to not procrastinate.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Rutabega
I cooked one of my favorite foods a different & healthier way today. It's rutabega! I usually eat rutabega that's been cooked with ham. In fact once I tried cooking it without ham and I couldn't even eat until I added ham to it. I decided cook a small rutabega in the microwave and season it with cumin. I like it a lot!
Here's my recipe:
Half a small rutabega (you'll probably need a hammer or something to use like a hammer to do this). Peel the rutabega and cut in about 1/2 inch cubes. Place in a small microwave safe cooking dish. Add water to about to about 1 1/2 inches from the top of the dish (or almost cover the rutabega with water). Loosely cover and microwave for about 7-10 minutes, stirring about every two minutes for even cooking. Add more water if needed. Sprinkle with cumin when served. Add salt and/or pepper if needed.
EDIT: I discovered that I didn't like these rutabegas nearly as well when I ate left overs.
Here's my recipe:
Half a small rutabega (you'll probably need a hammer or something to use like a hammer to do this). Peel the rutabega and cut in about 1/2 inch cubes. Place in a small microwave safe cooking dish. Add water to about to about 1 1/2 inches from the top of the dish (or almost cover the rutabega with water). Loosely cover and microwave for about 7-10 minutes, stirring about every two minutes for even cooking. Add more water if needed. Sprinkle with cumin when served. Add salt and/or pepper if needed.
EDIT: I discovered that I didn't like these rutabegas nearly as well when I ate left overs.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
A Great Perspective Makes Healthy Eating Fun
Today it really seems as if I have my normal stamina again. I've been wanting to return to my usual daily activities, ever since about a week and a half ago, when my physician prescribed a new medication. I even walked for a mile this evening after I made a quick trip to the grocery store. I just prepared and ate a good healthy supper-- wild salmon sandwich (recipe included) and asparagus which I bought on sale today, with frozen honey meringue for dessert.
I had never cooked merigue before. I have been interested in making meringue as a topping for pies or banana pudding, because it's fat free instead of having artery clogging fat like whipped toppings. Even if the whipped topping product says it's fat free, you can still see fat on the ingredient list, and whipped topping is something that I like a lot of. So several days ago I decided to just try my honey meringue recipe, to see how it would turn out. I discovered that it's nice for satisfying my sweet tooth after a meal. I need to adjust the recipe because 4 egg whites to 1/3 cup of honey is overly sweet. The meringue fell partially when it was in the oven and also when I froze it.
I only had a limited amount of success controlling my eating yesterday. For supper yesterday I ate at a Chinese buffet. I did fair at setting some healthy limits but got a brownie later at Books A Million! I seem to be so susceptible to this lately. I've decided that a good strategy would be to quickly walk out of Books A Million the next time this happens.
I've found that diligence in praying about self control in eating is really important. During my walk this evening, God gave me a really good new perspective, regarding making decisions to eat healthier. Choosing & eating healthy foods (instead of foods that contribute to health problems) can seem as as enjoyable as taking walks that are refreshing and good for your health-- if you have the right perspective.
Habanero Salmon Sandwiches
I purchase frozen wild salmon at Walmart, which I think is economical since it's about $4.00/lb. I've noticed that the most recent salmon I've bought seems to be a different kind of salmon because it's not as pink. It tastes kind of different from regular wild salmon but it makes a great sandwich. I would say this recipe is mild to medium hot.
For each 4 oz. salmon fillet, combine about 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil & about 5 drops Tabasco Habanero sauce on a plate. Mix the hot sauce into the oil with a fork. Coat each fillet. Sprinkle liberally with True Lemon (crystallized lemon). Cook in a low to medium hot skillet for about 5-8 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily and the inside of the fish appears lighter. Serve on light wheat buns.
EDIT: Recently the frozen salmon I've bought at Walmart is a good quality chum salmon, pre-portioned for 4-8 servings. I like to add more Tabasco than is in the recipe, because you don't taste the spicyness of the Tabasco nearly as much in a sandwich.
I had never cooked merigue before. I have been interested in making meringue as a topping for pies or banana pudding, because it's fat free instead of having artery clogging fat like whipped toppings. Even if the whipped topping product says it's fat free, you can still see fat on the ingredient list, and whipped topping is something that I like a lot of. So several days ago I decided to just try my honey meringue recipe, to see how it would turn out. I discovered that it's nice for satisfying my sweet tooth after a meal. I need to adjust the recipe because 4 egg whites to 1/3 cup of honey is overly sweet. The meringue fell partially when it was in the oven and also when I froze it.
I only had a limited amount of success controlling my eating yesterday. For supper yesterday I ate at a Chinese buffet. I did fair at setting some healthy limits but got a brownie later at Books A Million! I seem to be so susceptible to this lately. I've decided that a good strategy would be to quickly walk out of Books A Million the next time this happens.
I've found that diligence in praying about self control in eating is really important. During my walk this evening, God gave me a really good new perspective, regarding making decisions to eat healthier. Choosing & eating healthy foods (instead of foods that contribute to health problems) can seem as as enjoyable as taking walks that are refreshing and good for your health-- if you have the right perspective.
Habanero Salmon Sandwiches
I purchase frozen wild salmon at Walmart, which I think is economical since it's about $4.00/lb. I've noticed that the most recent salmon I've bought seems to be a different kind of salmon because it's not as pink. It tastes kind of different from regular wild salmon but it makes a great sandwich. I would say this recipe is mild to medium hot.
For each 4 oz. salmon fillet, combine about 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil & about 5 drops Tabasco Habanero sauce on a plate. Mix the hot sauce into the oil with a fork. Coat each fillet. Sprinkle liberally with True Lemon (crystallized lemon). Cook in a low to medium hot skillet for about 5-8 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily and the inside of the fish appears lighter. Serve on light wheat buns.
EDIT: Recently the frozen salmon I've bought at Walmart is a good quality chum salmon, pre-portioned for 4-8 servings. I like to add more Tabasco than is in the recipe, because you don't taste the spicyness of the Tabasco nearly as much in a sandwich.
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