1 more week almost over!!

Good Morning to you all..I am up early number 1 to show support for my son who in his course gets very little sleep, and numbers 2-5 to get some things done before 0700 when I have to head off to my class this morning..like touching base with all of you, loading my system with coffee..black not fru fru cream or sugar,  going for a run, checking emails, getting my praise and worship mode for the day going..all of the good stuff! I have to admit that yesterday found me in a pretty irritated state over some stuff that happened, as it will when you stick a bunch of people and their own distinct ways of doing things together. Note here..meltdown was performed behind closed doors..actually in a small car!! a BMW..maybe that was the proble,,no VW!! ....One of my closest friends who had never seen me actually get upset before was I think both a little shocked and amused at the same time when she got a taste of what is normally reserved for when I am home trying to accomplish something on the computer and it doesn't work..generally due to operator error.. but we won't talk about that!! Today, I am bound and determined to not react to other people's actions..way too often I let other's actions, words, decisions decide what I am going to do, how I act, and what I think..I may be doing a lot of stepping away from the actions to avoid a reaction from here on out but let's face it..it can do nothing but be an improvement for me. I always say that my husband is the water in our relationship and I the fire..maybe I need to start seeing that his nice, calm, non knee jerk reaction is a alternate way. Maybe to be a little less hot and a little more cool will help me not to REACT in the ways that I have done my whole life..
So..now it is the time of day to put my running shoes on, grab my MP3 player, and get some sweat flowing..missed it yesterday and feel like a blob all day..but before I go want to share something that I read this morning with all of you..
"Finally be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of  God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." Ephesians 6:10-11
For me this was perfect because I know deep down when things happen that upset me it is satan moving, trying to break down the love, peace, and positivity that I am actively seeking..as I told my kiddo this morning..keep putting 1 foot in front of the other..I will do the same in learning to control my emotions while leaning on God and the lessons he teaches..
I hope each of you have a wonderful day..and don't forget to share a smile, a hug, and a positive word with those you encounter!!..We never know who is fighting a battle inside and you may have the opportunity to make their world a better place!

In support of DD...

Good Tuesday Morning to you all...So, starting this week I am structuring my days around ways to show support for my youngest son, a new soldier who is a really tough course..so kiddo..from now on my wake up will be at 0400 with you, and I will also be studying more often than not, and fitting in workouts into the early morning hours..for those of you who believe in the power of prayer if you can send a few up for him and his fellow classmates for the strength, motivation, and the ability to be able to absorb the huge amount of information that is being given to these young learners. One foot in front of the other, don't give up, and do your best...
Okay..praise time continues..all day everyday.., workout done, time to get ready to go to class..I wish you all an awesome day!!

Monday..way off my normal routiene!!

Good Monday Mornng to you all..I have been living in my hotel room for almost a week now, have gotten way off of my workout, journaling, study schedule with the report times and really being just drained of energy by the time we get finished..at this time I am happy I do not have my trusty scale as I am sure I would be discouraged but today is a new day..the start times will not be so early again until next week when we are in another location. So..ready, set, go..resume my spiritual and physical must haves today.
This weekend was a sad one for me, as 2 people I have grown to respect a great deal will be leaving us here in Germany and returning to the states..1 was more of from a distance admiration but with every contact made a huge impression on me and the other is and always will be from the "family" of our direct group..someone who through years of service has learned so much and shares that knowledge, sometimes a little gruff around the edges but always a good soul ..SH you will be missed as not only coworker but also as friend..after lots of shared stories about lives, families, the sharing of food, frustrations, head shakes that I should know better, and the approval when I actually learned and did something correctly..you told me no tears but I couldn't help it.  I don't know..maybe it is the years creeping up on me..the emotions that I used to keep stuck behind a wall flow freely these days..or maybe it is with age and experiences that I have come to appreciate those that I hold near and dear to my heart so much more..I have no idea..maybe I should be embarrased but i'm not..we are like family here and sometimes the time together is short and sometimes for several years. There is something to be learned from everyone's story.
Speaking of my quasi family here..one of my favorite family members will be flying in from the states today and we get to spend the next 2 weeks together..so happy happy happy to get to see you TS..will see you when you wake up!! I am heading in for a hair cut this morning..much to my husbands disapproval but I have come to love my hair shorter, I think it adds a little pep in my step..:D..even if it does actually take a little more work..then to work for a couple of hours and then I am heading into Kaiserslautern Central to do a little shopping, a little, exploring, and take some pics for "Have Flip Flops will Travel"..for those of you who don't know, this site is my second blog dedicated just to my adventures away from home base...Okay..must closefor now..break out the prayer journal, turn on some inspiration, and then grab my running shoes..it is going to be a awesome day because God made it..don't forget to share your smile today!!.

Sorry for the lack of writing!!

Good Morning to all of you..sorry for the lack of blogging for the past couple of days..I have returned to Kaiserslautern and as always between the travel day here..takes about 6 to 6.5 hours drive time, getting settled into the hotel..with all of my creature comforts that I bring with me..having to check in with the office, and then loading my baby fridge up with goodness the first day is shot and then getting back into the swing of things on the 2nd day is productive at work but for me afterwards a wash..but we are now here on day3 away from home and the routiene can begin!! Happy to report yesterday was a very productive day with getting things done that I was not able to do from my computer at home and of course seeing co workers that I had not seen since May was great..one thing about doing what I do..we are more like a small family vs just people who work together. I am blessed enough to have a husband who realizes that even though my being away from home for work ,even though stressful for us sometimes is really good for my soul..to have the connections with the people here and to be productive, and to be part of something that is so much bigger than myself.
At anyrate..it is 0430,woke up early to get my run on but was suprised to see that it is still dark outside..when I am home and the sweet Marli wakes me up this early it is usually light enough to go outside..but good thing is, that it gives me time to drink a cup of coffee and write this!! So..when I was in Texas what a year ago August my mom and I spent some time shopping..okay..a little more than some..as I had to buy a second suitcase to get everything home ..but that is completely besides the point..the point is that during this shopping spree I purchased the cutest running outfit ever..of course today is the first time for me to wear it, as I usually only run at home indoors, on the treadmill..and wear my old exercise clothes as my workout is generally followed with cleaning the house or yardwork ..but the point is..with putting this bright colors, peppy outfit on my energy level is already through the roof..that and maybe the coffee..but let me tell you..what a difference the clothing can make..inspiration to go see what more I can find!!
Well, I just discovered that I have a roomate this morning..for those of you who are not familiar with the windows in Germany..they usually do not have screens, so when you open them there is no way to keep the critters out..so as I am writing I feel something bumping up against my are, look down and it is a little bee..not sure why he found his way into a building, maybe looking for some shade as it has been warm here..but as long as he keeps some distance we can live together peacefully..when I am back I will open one of the windows all the way and maybe he will find his way out again..
Alright..light or no light outside I must hit the pavement..early report time this morning..for all of you..have a very blessed day..be positive and an inspiration to someone else!!

Exercise is not only good for the body!!

Hello all..today has been a completely TV free day..very happy to report that as when I am not at work and in my Life as a German Housewife Role I am sometimes very guilty of watching what I would normally consider an absolute waste of my time trash..no soap operas or anything so horrible but things like Shopping Queen, Mieten Kaufen Wohnen...blah blah blah..things that do NOTHING to enrich my brain's learning capacity..now I do have to admit that I do have to watch NCIS on a very regular basis..So, today I have attended my Deutsch Course, and then read ahead 2 chapters for my first course in my MSN Program..feeling pretty intelligent right about now (this feeling is generally short lived..:D!!)..of course the learning never stops..especially when learning a second language..goal is to add 2 more over the next 3 years..French and Italian!! I can carry on a really good conversation in German but am wanting to up the game here..goal for 2015 is to earn my C1 Certificate..have my B1 and B2 so far..but there are really no C1 courses located in my area so it will be an online, purchase workbooks self study kind of endeavor.
Started the day with journaling in my Prayer journal, getting in a good workout and actually being happy that the weather here is cooler and we recieved some rain this morning..my poor plants were really looking a little sad..much better now though. Have also gotten the car packed and some laundry done..not bad for it just to be round about 3pm here. 
So..I had mentioned over the last few days that I was working on my 5 year plan..I submitted it to my Mentor and printed out a copy so that when I get a chance to sit down with my boss I can pencial in more goals and ideas..while writing it out I realized that for year 1 I am super well informed about what there is out there and what I want to do but after that my goals seemed to decrease..this is just from lack of sitting down and doing this before..now I have a better idea and know who to ask and where to look..I have found living my 50% American and 50% German life is really proving to be a challenge and where before there would be no question of what my goals were.. things are now kind of muddy..due to distances, possibilities of travel work assignments..not only for me.., and challenges with finding a job here (as a Nurse)..even though I now possess all of the needed paperwork and blessings from the offices that make the rules.. but, I will not become discouraged and will keep putting my faith in God that doors will open and if they do not open it is for a reason.
Okay..need to get back to my studies and spend some time with the pups and my husband when he gets home from work..Have a great rest of your day!!

I hope you all have a very Blessed Sunday!!

Good Morning all, am sitting out on my back patio enjoying the morning and a break from what is my every other day morning schedule..we went to the Aurich Wine and Gourmet Festival last night and did not get home until almost 0200 this morning..but what was so cool, besides the fun and friends that we got to visit with was the fact that here we were able to ride or bikes to and from..and had no second thoughts for any possible danger as here it is a perfectly normal thing to do. Sorry I have not been to touch the last couple of days..on Friday I was at the Auricher Tafel most of the day..this is where I wrote about last week ..where I have started volunteering..we collect and distribute food to those who are in need for a little extra help..and once more the fellowship and common goal between the workers was great, I will be sad to have to miss it as I will return to work next week for a period of time..also made it to the animal shelter from where we adopted Missy and Marli and took a sweet dog for a walk..I have got to make it a point to get there more often to do so..they do an amazing job with the animals there, and cannot forget when I went to take egg cartons to my friend that has chickens I got to go shopping (not really shopping..all were gifts:D) in her garden for homegrown tomatoes and peppers and then for fresh eggs..so delicious!! Thank you SWD!! As my regular readers know, with some of the issues that have been going on I did not have a lot of contact for a period of time with anyone other than Matthias but am making a point to get out there and resume my social butterfly hat..and I must say..it feels really good..sometimes we can get so wrapped up in our own "issues" that we forget that there really are people out there that care and celebrate the fact that we are who we are..and love us despite our quirks and sometime selfish behaviors..by this I am referring to isolating, licking our wounds alone...but when we lucky we have those true friends that will understand and will be there when we are ready to come back..I am blessed that way..with amazing friends that no matter time and distance..this handfull of women will be there..what a gift from God!!
As usual when I am writing I have musik on and as we speak..Chris Tomlin.."Our God is Greater" is playing..great song to start the day with!!
Am happy to report..from the blueberry bush that I planted last year I found 6..yes..count them..6 yummy ripe blueberries this morning, there will be more to come in the next few days from the looks of it.
So..my activity for the past few days..Thursday morning-normal workout, Friday-took my bike to Aurich and then lost my way home, as I thought I would be clever and avoid riding along the main road..after 3 hours of riding I did, amazingly make it home..have no idea how many kilometers I rode but whatever 3 hours at a decent pace equals out to..Saturday- regular workout, bike to run errands, and then to the Wine Fest and back..Sunday- I think I will have a day of rest!! Especially since I have homework for my language course, am able to start reading for my first MSN course and need to get busy with completing the task of packing for more than a couple of days!!Oh..and my 5 year plan..must finish this also..So, I hope you all have an awesome day..Bis Morgen!!
 

Just now 0630..

Good Morning to everyone..I hope whatever time it is where ever in the world you may be that you are putting the time to good use..even if that means getting a goodnights rest!! As for me..have just completed this mornings workout, am sweating and feeling AWESOME!! Funny how for the longest time I could never understand how that after someone would get a good workout in and then they would say how great they felt..well..now I completely understand and when I don't workout even for a day I feel like a big fat slug. I know for a fact on the days that I workout first thing in the morning that I am way more productive and effective as a person for the rest of the day..on days without sweat I don't get near so much accomplished..huh..who would have thunk it!!
As for now, getting my worship on while listening to some Chris Thomlin ..NOTHING and I mean nothing beats starting your day with lifting your voice up to our God..and let me be the first to say..I cannot sing but I do it anyway!! Somehow I don't think God cares that my voice is not the greatest..:D
I have a super busy day standing in front of me..Language course, taking some goodies to the pups and cats at the shelter, hoping one of my friends will be home when I take some egg cartons to her for her hen's eggs, then hoping to be able to talk to my academic advisor at Capella to finish all of the ins and outs before I begin my first class for my MSN..online, and slowly but surely finishing my prep for returning to work next week..must also send my fabulous new mentor my 5 year plan..this one is way easier said than done!! Plus take care of the house and all of this before Matthias returns from work..I always feel a bit guilty when I have to be sitting in front of a computer finishing my work when he has been gone all day..but understand that once school kicks off this will become a fact of life..So..readers of Fluffy..have a day as great as all of you are..sending you all hugs!!...PS..for those of you who sent prayers up for the health issues in my family we have already had a coouple of those answered!! Thank you so much..Prayer works!!!

It's nothing less than a great day!!

Good Morning all!! Just wanted to say first thing that you guys are AWESOME and that this will be a great day!! So far this morning the pups and I have been on a walk, and..here is the BIG news of the day..Missy (rescue out of Romania)..who NEVER comes up to me for a pet did just that this morning during our alone time out on the back patio this morning..and stayed there for about 5 minutes!! Yeah..after 1.5 years progress!! Thias is great news for me because she normally only allows my son and husband to pet her without a leash on!! Then after our walk we did the usual brushing and then I probably ruined the whole good will feeling by trimming nails but..in this case I will take what I can get!!
Got on the scale this morning and did not like the results..a bit frustrated this morning with that as I have been diligently working out and drinking my diet shakes and lots of water..hoping that the 1 kilo is muscle weight and not more flipping fat!! But, I will NOT give up and or get discouraged..I read that it takes about 4 to 6 weeks before we see a difference and even more than that for the rest of the world to notice the transformation of our bodies through a diet & exercise plan..or should I say lifestyle change..so here`s to a few more weeks!!
For my regular readers you know that I have been on a rollercoaster of an emotional journey over the past few months..(okay for a couple of years)...due to stressors completely out of our control I kind of lost myself, my faith, my self confidence, my desire to go further, my passions..everything..I was just sort of floating from day to day..event to event..always with an outer shell that said, yeah, I'm okay, all is good but underneath all of that really not so much was okay....I was existing but not really living my life. BUT..through making it a point to reach out to God and by him placing amazing people in my life..some that had always been there..and some that are brand new..things have and continued to turn around in amazing, wonderful ways..where I had become this negative, always complaining, and yes even bitter person that even I did not like..my old personality is once more emerging, life is falling into place, great..and I mean great things are taking place..don't get me wrong..somethings are still a long way from being where we want them to be, there are lives that still need some changing and polishing BUT I can just say God is working in crazy ways and doors are opening..NEVER EVER discount the power of prayer..it works. Something else that helps me when I feel the stress level rising is to turn on some praise and worship music..never fails to make me feel better!
So..fabulous people..have a day as wonderful as all of you are..if you see someone without a smile give them one of yours!!

Today's lunch

This was so amazing and simple that I couldn't help but to share with you all....

Tuesdays...well not every Tuesday. ..

Hi there..prayed this morning for creativity and wanted to share with you all where God took me...down the delicious Homemade Marmalade Road..I had an excess of  fruits such as peaches,  nectarines,  and plums that I had cut up and put in the freezer to use for smoothies but did this..pictured below..instead☺. And of course my ever present shadow wherever I am was there supervising!  Yes..of course I have already worked out and I was even more productive than that and took a small power nap! Sorry..but with a cat that wakes up at 0400 daily I was tired and as it is not particularly great weather I took advantage!  Okay..Fluffy readers..have an awesome day with lots of blessings and if you have a minute I have a couple of family members..well a few that could use some prayers for health issues..Thanks to you all.

You guys are such a great source of motivation!!

Good Moorning all!! Well, I was so into my organization mode this morning that I totally lost track of time and missed my language course..this is not a good thing!! But, the rest of the time this morning has been super productive..ordering business cards for both this site and my travel site..Have Flip Flops will Travel!! Thias way I can give out cards and open up yet another source of readers..and by the way..FluffyseeksFirm has now had over 6050 views since it's beginning..thank you all so very much. I am happy that this has turned out to be a blog people enjoy reading and maybe even get a little inspiration and motivation from..because I have to say..all of you are a huge source of both for me!! With the office work this morning I thought about passing on the workout this morning but on second thought decided that that would be a horrible idea..Number 1 because I have a pretty significant weight loss goal to reach, Number 2 because I did not want to be "that person" who makes excuse after excuse of why I cannot find-make time to work out and Number 3 becuase I commited to to it on my "to do"list..
So..workout this morning consisted of the following: 2 miles on treadmill
                                                                                 60 crunches, 20 PU, 30 Rev PU
                                                                                15 second plank, 30 scissors
                                                                                75 bridges, 40 squats
                                                                                90 misc reps with 7.7 lb hand weights
Consumed so far this morning: 4 cups of black coffee..hello..lots of antioxicidents here!!
                                                  1 diet shake..mixed with water
                                                  1 liter green tea..cool in temp
Feeling great now..ready to tackle the rest of my list which includes organizing the garage and vacumning out my car in prep for my travels starting next week..still have quite a bit of office work to complete also..was productive yesterday evening before the big game and sent out a resume, along with some other career oriented emails!! Today is a continuation of the same..getting everything in order so that I can be more in control of what goes on in my life..who can do that with a disorganized office?? Certainly not me..did the same with my closet this past weekend..cleaned it out..now have clothes to donate and clothes to take to the resale shop..this is a habit I developed while living in Georgia and I love the feelings of lightness and increased calmness when my house is in order..how can I strive to be a leader and mentor when my own life is a wreck??..
And for those of you who do not yet know.....Congratulations to Deutschland....Fußball Weltmeister 2014!!!!!
  
 

Sunday..a day of rest??

Good Morning readers of Fluffy..weighed in yesterday, the mean scale said 70.8 kg..okay, it was 2 pounds down from where I was a few days before but made me realize that I have really got to be more consistant. It is just now 0600 and me and the 2 dogs are back froma long walk..the natives were a bit restless during my online-journaling time that I try to make for myself so I gave up my morning plan to get them out of the house..did us all a world of good!!They are now quiet and I can continue what I need to do in peace!! So, my goal for Tuesday morning's weigh in is 69.5 kg, that is 152.90 pounds.My long term goal, which I  not think I shared with you all before is 56 kg, which is 123.2 lbs.. I am giving myself 8 months to reach this goal. So..by 20 February I should be there. Persistance...Motivation...I have a friend who is a health coach for Herbalife..I see her facebook posts everyday and even though I do not utilize her products I get a ton of ideas from her..and a bit of motivation too!! For example I have found a meal replacement shake here that I like, that tastes good when mixed with water and as I watched her drink.. literally..gallons of water while we were in SA..I make it a point to reach for water now instead of fruit juice like I was doing. I feel a lot better and my skin looks a lot better now also. So 3588 steps taken so far..breakfast shake consumed, getting my coffee quota on, and have set out my 4 bottles of non fudging water consumption goal out..I like to have strong reminders of my goals!! The weather is good today so instead of hitting my treadmill, I will hit the pavement instead. Okay..no further ado..must continue this motivation..1 more cup of coffee and out I go!!
Have an awesomely blessed day!!

What a great day it was!!!

Hello to all..well, I got only 1 thing on my mental to do list accomplished today. I spent almost the entire day at what was only supposed to be about an hour or so at a facility that I will now be volunteering ..it is called the Auricher Tafel..it is a church based organization that collects and then distributes food to those in need..the people that I spent the day with were amazing and I had so much fun that the time just absolutely flew by....we collect the food from grocery stores and bakeries in the area, sort it..what we can not use..for example if the fruits or veggies are no longer good they are collected for a local farmer to collect to feed to his livestock..so in reality food that is no longer considered "good enough" to no longeer be sold in a regular grocery store is put to good use..what a great system, and how refreshing to be a part of a group that works hard for no glory, no paycheck, nothing..just to help others. Awesome..
So, as a result I did not get my usual workout in but I did ride my bike to and from..about 20 km..and I have been so busy all day I have eaten pretty close to nothing all day and did not realize it until I sat down to blog...but as it is now almost 1800 I will weigh in the morning..after this awesome day I came home and called my mom and we talked for almost 3 hours..what a great way to wrap up my week. Funny how the people who we say we are never going to be like when we are younger end up being one of our best friends as the years go by..if we are lucky! I happen to be very lucky because my mom is the BEST MOM EVER!!!!
So, now..my 2 ..no take that back..3 things accomplished day is winding down..3rd is that I took my sweet dogs for a walk early this morning..I look back on it and even though I did not get my to do's done..such as working in the yard, sending emails, organizing office space....I am really happy and blessed to have had the day that I did..wouldn't change a thing about!! So..Fluffy readers..will post early in the morning..must get part of my list done for sure as I am scheduled to head to work in about a week..Have a great rest of your Friday!!

My goodness..Thursday already??

Good morning all..don't have so much time this morning as I got a late start with the whole workout thing..plus maybe..just maybe I spent some time on the computer sending emails and sending messages!!! So..0655..here is my workout for this morning..3.5 km on treadmill, 60 crunches, 30 scissors, 80 bridges, 30 of what I have named reverse push ups, 30 squats, and 80 various reps with 3.5 kg-7.7 lb hand weights..plus first .5 liters of water..done!! Where I was totally tired when the critters woke me up..once more at 0400..I now feel awesome and ready to take the day on with all that it has to offer. Listened to Top40 on Tunein Radio..via internet while working out but now getting some praise time in with MercyMe..love it!! Thank you God for this day!! For all of you..get out there and have the best day you can..;D
PS..TS..keep up the AWESOME work!!

Looks like a liquid day...

Good Morning all..after not working out yesterday and letting my snack cravings get the best of me I will make today an inside out recovery day. 2 L water, 2 smoothies..1 for breakfast and 1 for lunch, and a pitcher of tea..after it completes the brewing process of course. To make up for my slug like ways will hit the treadmill for 60 minutes this morning..I am not to the point where I can run for that long but can certainly keep it at a brisk pace! So..Friday is marked as a weigh in day..we will see what happens..I wish you all an awesome and blessed day.

Tuesday..a day to complete and organize!

Good Afternoon all...I have to admit that today was not a workout day but a day to complete my project of painting the 
downstairs hallway, laundry room, and the involved ceilings..I guess technically...if I really stretched my imagination climbing up and down a mini ladder could count as exercise..??
The weather here today leaves a lot to be desired, it is cool and overcast and since it rained most of the night all is wet..the dogs are happy since they do not have to go outside for any amount of time ... the sweet Marli is also in full snuggle mode..The rest of the day has been spent up to this point in the upstairs office, trying to organize my "I Love Me" book..I have 2 of these books, well 3 actually..as it is a "Must have" for my job, and the other is for my education-job search in the "Real World"..the 3rd tends to be where it all gets mixed up together and is always in a state of undone unorganized mess..I guess this is to be expected since my life is 50% American and 50% Deutsch..after I get my 2nd in order I PROMISE that I will get the new travel blog up and running..So, dear readers of Fluffy..let me finish this non sweat day and we will get back on the treadmill first thing in the morning...
PS..pic to the side is result of this mornings work!!

Party time over

Time to get back to work here folks..after 3 days of celebrating my husband's birthday in various forms and fashion I have to get back on the seeking firm train. This morning..71.4 kilograms..😕 But..first thing accomplished this morning..after journaling, coffee, and emails was 2 miles on the treadmill,  60 bicep curls, 60 crunches,20 scissors, 70 bridges, & 15 seconds worth of plank time...all while watching Fashion One and swimsuit trends for this summer...can we say motivation? ?!! So pic is water comsuption goal for the day..2 liters all together..I find the smaller bottles are better than 1 large..for myself at least. On another note..you all know that I am always on the go and in new places..as a result I will be starting a second blog for just my travels..will post details within the next couple of days..Be blessed and have a wonderful Sunday.

Friday..time to have some fun today!!!

Good Morning all..well, even after not following the eating pattern that I would have had it been a non birthday kind of day yesterday I feel pretty good this morning..kept all to small servings and will be doing a ton of walking today as we are headed to Langeoog, one of the small islands off of the coast of the North Sea..no.. no palm trees or beach vollyball and the water is too cold to swim but none the less..it will be sand and sun and quality time spent with the hubby!! Saturday will see me back on track with my workout schedule and fruit veggie consumption..Had some not so great news yesterday evening but with God's help will stay positve and keep pushing ahead..as part of a valuable lesson I learned recently, we cannot focus on the gloom and doom and think all is going to be negative in the long run..we have to hold our heads up and pray that God will work in the lives of those that we care about in his time in the way that will have the best results possible, that he will open doors regardless of mistakes we as humans make. So, have a blessed Friday... time to get busy to go get on a ferry!!!

Going to be a bit off track....

Hello wonderful readers of Fluffy...just want to let you all know that I will be going a bit off track here for the next day or so..as you see..today is my husband's birthday and I refuse..absolutely refuse to be one of those women who is like..NOOOOO..I cannot drink a glass of wine or eat a piece of birthday cake or make you a great dinner..because you see honey..it just doesn't fit into my eating plan because I have let myself gain a few too many extra kilograms..or pounds if you are reading this from the states..:D So, yes, today for lunch he wanted oriental so we ate oriental, I am in the process of making him dinner with salmon, a shrimp and mushroom sauce, spinach in cream sauce and yes, I confess..I am the worst wife EVER here..I bought a cake instead of making one..but for just the 2 of us I saw no point whatsoever in having a large homemade cake hanging around the house..so, yes indeed I purchase a small strawberry ice cream cake..and let me tell you all..it is adorable!!!! This evening we will be headed out to listen to live music outdoors in Aurich..and there I will most likely have a glass of wine to top off the day..so there you have it..me in all my getting off of the road I was on but just to celebrate today and tomorrow..as tomorrow we are taking the ferry over to one of the Islands here in the North Sea..Wishing you all a wonderful rest of your day..will post pics tomorrow of our outing!!

Feeling awesome!

Good Morning all..0740..dogs have been walked..20 minutes on treadmill..crunches..bridges..push ups..now for a yummy shake for breakfast. Have a wonderful, active, blessed day.

Another day comes an end...

As has become habit...a photo journal of what I ate today..except we need to add in a 2nd serving of Watermelon! Project for the day..painted the laundry room...am loving the color..warm like a beach on an August morning..gorgeous. Okay..may be a bit off schedule the next few days..hubby's Birthday is tomorrow and he doesn't go back to work until Monday..but will do my best to stay on schedule with all of you. Have a great evening.

No excuses!

Spent some time this morning prepping fresh fruits and veggies. ..yummy snacks made easy☺

Just do it...early mornings

Good Morning all....workout done..25 minutes on treadmill..50 crunches..and 10 minutes more for mixed strength training..Water waiting...today is going to be great..Thank you God.

Let's sum Tuesday up....

Okay..another day down..worked outside, painted another section of the hallway, worked out, mowed the yard, went grocery shopping, and made a yummy soup for dinner...yes..a soup..in July...because we live where it is not always so warm..even in the summer.  Happy to report that I was brave enough to step on the scale this morning..it showed 70.3 kg..less than yesterday..so I was able to maintain a good mood all day. With all of the pics you see a journal of what I ate today...yes, that is a pastry. .but it was about 1500 so it is not like I ate 3 while watching TV in the evening..I know me and I know when I deprive myself completely I will end up completely pigging out. All in moderation is what I will try to achieve..no more eating like I will have no food the next day..of course with the fruit I ate only 1 piece after dinner..but is the basket full of summer goodness not gorgeous?? And yes, those are cat ears..Marli tried really hard to help me with my grilled chicken salad for lunch..I do not understand how she got soooo spoiled!! Okay..Fluffy fans....lots of pics with this post, make sure you scroll all the way to the end of the page!! Have a relaxing rest of your Tuesday...US vs Belgium this evening for the World Cup finals....