Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Morning to you
Goodmorning friends :)
So it's 5:16am and I am wide awake! I see a trend with my sleeping habits when I work out intensely, I tend to wake up after 5 hours feeling refreshed and ready to go... Until 6am, then I go back to sleep! Lol lol.. Weirdo!
Taking advantage of the moment, my best friend, childhood friend, crazy, fun, generous, loyal friend, Jason, advised me yesterday to update my blog to tell everyone I'm going to be ok. My doctots appointment went extremely well, with a safe diagnosis of lipoma. Basically a fat pocket that has collected on my back that should be removed. The next hill to climb is to schedule the actual surgery :)
I can't tell you how extremely grateful and relieved I was last Thursday when the doctor, within seconds, stated what was extremely obvious to him as lipoma. I was so emotionally relieved that I could not control the bucket of tears coming out of my eyes. The first thing I did, besides call mom, was go to church and give thanks to God. I know I had and continue to have plenty support which was something I will always appreciate. I had a cheerleading team without truly knowing I had one; it was priceless.
With all this being said, I have an itch to celebrate, in a big way, throw a party, have a party, who knows, but just want to celebrate life. You know, I've never been a person who needs a "wake up call" to help me realize what I have in my life, but I will say that this scare made me desensitize the noise in my life, at work and in relationships. The trivial things in life are such a waste of my time!
So my dear readers, thanks for continuing to support me, my blog, my "virtual life," and most importantly our friendship. I wish you a day full of calmness at work, peace in your day, and a smile in your step.
With much love....
G
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Mind, Body and Soul Health
HI Readers:
It's been a while, seems as though time flies, and when it comes down to wanting to post, I either forget, get wrapped up in something, or I just get plain lazy.
I wanted to share with you that over the past couple months I have been consistent with taking care of me, that is, working out, eating right, shedding some lb's, but there has been one aspect of my body that I have been ignoring. For those of you who know me, know that I have this 'mass' of something on my back. I've been ignoring it for years, but it has come to a point where it's grown and it's somewhat bothersome. Many of you have been begging me to go see the doctor for the past couple years, but knowing me and what I fear, I kept putting it off.
I have found the courage and strength just like finding the will with getting back on track with my diet and exercise that it was time to take care of my mental health; the worry that visits me daily in my mind and heart due to this 'imperfection' (as I like to call it) on my back has been completely consuming and tiring. It's funny (although not literally), that even though I may not know (just) yet what this is or what the cure is, or what treatment may look like, I find myself re-assessing my life. Asking myself questions like, "Have I been a good enough daughter, sister, friend, companion, lover, cousin, christian...." Of course, we all find reasons to respond to these type of questions with "I could have done this better, or I could have done that better.." but it comes down to my core. I know I am a good person, I know I am a giving person, a loving person and right now at this crossroad, I am still wanting to channel my energy and focus on other people as to distract from myself - but the funny part is that it makes me feel better when the attention is on someone else, because I am able to make them happy and change their day. I thank God so very much everyday for another day; another day to appreciate all the small things, but not just today, everyday, because it's all a blessing. This is something I can say I've done for as long as I can remember, just thankful to be alive.
So with this post, I want to say something special to a special someone who has been there for me unconditionally. This person has become my best friend in life, who wraps me up with with so much love, so much support and above all else the reassurance that everything is going to be OK. The one best thing that I love about him is that he always convinces me that he will never let anything bad happen to me..kind of like a 24 hour bodyguard; he has never left my side. I am not sure what our future holds, I am not sure what it all means, but I know having him by my side, holding my hand, telling me he loves me, makes me the happiest girl in the world; safe is what comes to mind; even though he riles up the dogs and has me come in and clean up the thousands shreds of paper all over the living room ;)
SO this posting is really a special one....for many reasons. I am going and visiting the doctor tomorrow and I am scared sh*tless; but I am hopeful that it's nothing, but also giving myself some confidence that with prayer and having God in my heart HE will carry me through this challenging day. In addition, I wanted to make sure the person reading this knows that he (slight hint: initials GB) will always have a special place in my heart, because he makes my days that much better everyday. I have found, what I think, is a friend for life, but more importantly my companion, my partner and my love.
THANK YOU all for being here for me, supporting me, loving me and above all else being in my life. Words cannot ever express what YOU mean to me.
Much love always to my family, and my doggies....I love them so so much. Please be thankful everyday...most importantly, the little things.
It's been a while, seems as though time flies, and when it comes down to wanting to post, I either forget, get wrapped up in something, or I just get plain lazy.
I wanted to share with you that over the past couple months I have been consistent with taking care of me, that is, working out, eating right, shedding some lb's, but there has been one aspect of my body that I have been ignoring. For those of you who know me, know that I have this 'mass' of something on my back. I've been ignoring it for years, but it has come to a point where it's grown and it's somewhat bothersome. Many of you have been begging me to go see the doctor for the past couple years, but knowing me and what I fear, I kept putting it off.
I have found the courage and strength just like finding the will with getting back on track with my diet and exercise that it was time to take care of my mental health; the worry that visits me daily in my mind and heart due to this 'imperfection' (as I like to call it) on my back has been completely consuming and tiring. It's funny (although not literally), that even though I may not know (just) yet what this is or what the cure is, or what treatment may look like, I find myself re-assessing my life. Asking myself questions like, "Have I been a good enough daughter, sister, friend, companion, lover, cousin, christian...." Of course, we all find reasons to respond to these type of questions with "I could have done this better, or I could have done that better.." but it comes down to my core. I know I am a good person, I know I am a giving person, a loving person and right now at this crossroad, I am still wanting to channel my energy and focus on other people as to distract from myself - but the funny part is that it makes me feel better when the attention is on someone else, because I am able to make them happy and change their day. I thank God so very much everyday for another day; another day to appreciate all the small things, but not just today, everyday, because it's all a blessing. This is something I can say I've done for as long as I can remember, just thankful to be alive.
So with this post, I want to say something special to a special someone who has been there for me unconditionally. This person has become my best friend in life, who wraps me up with with so much love, so much support and above all else the reassurance that everything is going to be OK. The one best thing that I love about him is that he always convinces me that he will never let anything bad happen to me..kind of like a 24 hour bodyguard; he has never left my side. I am not sure what our future holds, I am not sure what it all means, but I know having him by my side, holding my hand, telling me he loves me, makes me the happiest girl in the world; safe is what comes to mind; even though he riles up the dogs and has me come in and clean up the thousands shreds of paper all over the living room ;)
SO this posting is really a special one....for many reasons. I am going and visiting the doctor tomorrow and I am scared sh*tless; but I am hopeful that it's nothing, but also giving myself some confidence that with prayer and having God in my heart HE will carry me through this challenging day. In addition, I wanted to make sure the person reading this knows that he (slight hint: initials GB) will always have a special place in my heart, because he makes my days that much better everyday. I have found, what I think, is a friend for life, but more importantly my companion, my partner and my love.
THANK YOU all for being here for me, supporting me, loving me and above all else being in my life. Words cannot ever express what YOU mean to me.
Much love always to my family, and my doggies....I love them so so much. Please be thankful everyday...most importantly, the little things.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Love for you... Love for food....
Hi friends:)
Coming to you live from my bed...room!
Kind of cool, posting on my blog while I lie here wanting to get my thoughts out. Ive been thinking a great deal lately about life. Nothing of course that can be taken lightly or for granted, but rather something I think that goes unappreciated.
In a few words, life is nostalgic to me. You get one, and what you do with it is up to you, kind of intense huh? Something I've been thinking about lately is, "Have I told the people around me (especially mom, dad and sis) how much they mean to me. For the most part they know I adore and love them, but do they truly know how often I think about life without them?
There have been so many unexpected deaths at work of people's parents or sisters that it makes me freeze in the moment. Do my parents and sister know how much I truly love and adore them? More importantly do the people in my life know what they mean to me? I think I do a pretty good job, but am I consistent? When is the last time you picked up the phone or text'd someone just to say you were thinking of them? When is the last time you've told your special someone, parent, or sibling that you love them?
Why don't you just reach out to that special someone today? Its a very peaceful feeling to let that special someone, albeit friend or lover how much they mean to you. Its the month of love and friendships, make it special. Go beyond your comfort zone. Share a smile; share a laugh; simply tell someone you enjoy their company...simply tell them they matter in your life.
I will leave you with this recipe that I've fallen in love with, its good for you, good for the mind, body and soul. Organic baby kale(raw),
feta cheese,
raw red beets,
raw white beet or turnip,
shaved raw almonds,
hearts of palm and
oil/vinegar.
Your mouth will be happy:)
So my friends, I love you for being in my life, I love you for touching my spirit, and God, thank you for all that you continue to give and surround us with your unconditional love.
Peace to you all, and smile:)) muah!!
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