Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Reboot YOUR life!
Tomorrow I will be starting a 3-day juice Reboot program. You're welcome to join me! It's a great way to detox, boost your immune system, increase energy, plus more...
You can start anytime! Select the best plan for you: Rebooting Plans.
Stay tuned for more posts this week documenting my juicing journey:)
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Organic Southwest Veggie Burger
In our effort to increase our veggie intake without compromising flavor, my husband exceeded our expectation tonight with a great meal.
Organic veggie patty, monterey jack cheese,
local roasted hatch chile, fresh avocado,
tomato, spring mix, cilantro lime aioli.
Monday, February 25, 2013
7 year anniversary ❤
As I sit here and ponder the last 7 years of marriage, my
heart and soul feel overjoyed. God is not the only one who loves me in the
midst of my brokenness. He has blessed me with a husband who does too.
Don’t worry...I’m not going to put on a game face and
pretend our marriage has been perfect. Let’s be real. No marriage is perfect or
ever will be. However, it can be an exciting journey.
I have discovered what it takes to have a long-lasting relationship.
The answer is community.
Ever since my husband and I found our church home, things
have never been the same. Once we began attending every Sunday combined with applying what we have learned, serving and worshipping, our relationship grew stronger.
But it didn't stop there.
Things changed once we started attending a community group together on Tuesday
nights. Real healing and transformation has taken place. We are
headed down a new path.
The next 7 years are going to be amazing!
Bring on the challenges. Together, with Jesus Christ on our
team, we can face anything that comes our way. We have the ability to lead by
example, since little eyes (our precious children) are watching us.
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| 7 years ago I married my best friend |
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Hernia repair (updated)
July 21, 2012
My family is always looking out for me. My 3-year-old daughter said, "Mommy, when I get like a doctor I will get your mesh out with tweezers." 9 more days until surgery...can't wait to feel normal again!
July 29, 2012
30 more hours and my body will be mesh-free! I'm so anxious, I can't sleep:(
August 1, 2012
When I was feeling sad and angry about my current situation, my husband reminded me that God sees our pain and to trust Him. {← words I needed to hear right before surgery}
I've experienced chronic pain and complications for the past two years caused by an abdominal hernia repair with mesh. After obtaining a second and third opinion, I chose the surgeon who removed my varicose veins in 2011 to do the correction. I recently had the surgical mesh, permanent sutures, and excessive scar tissue removed. This time it was repaired using dissolvable sutures. I'm not fully recovered, but I'm hopeful for the future. The polypropylene (plastic) mesh did some permanent damage. The past cannot be undone, but I can try to prevent others from making the same mistake. I refuse to waste precious time complaining about my health. I'm ready to get my life back!
August 13, 2012
It has been two weeks since my hernia mesh removal and I'm feeling great! Each day I get a little stronger. Total recovery time is approximately 12 weeks. Thank you for keeping me in your prayers.
September 9, 2012
Six weeks post-op and I'm slowly gaining my energy back. I would love to run and lift weights, although I'm not brave enough to step foot in the gym yet. My stomach feels slightly painful in some areas, which I'm assuming is caused by scar tissue formation. It feels better than it did with the mesh in, so I'm happy:)
Click here to view an old blog post from my first hernia repair in 2010.
Patient advocacy organization - Truth in Medicine
Facebook support group
- Fighters and survivors of hernia and all vaginal pelvic
surgical mesh
❃ Words of encouragement ❃
"That is why we never give up.
Though our bodies are dying,
our spirits are being renewed every day."
- 2 Corinthians 4:16
"Those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint."
- Isaiah 40:31
My family is always looking out for me. My 3-year-old daughter said, "Mommy, when I get like a doctor I will get your mesh out with tweezers." 9 more days until surgery...can't wait to feel normal again!
July 29, 2012
30 more hours and my body will be mesh-free! I'm so anxious, I can't sleep:(
August 1, 2012
When I was feeling sad and angry about my current situation, my husband reminded me that God sees our pain and to trust Him. {← words I needed to hear right before surgery}
August 3, 2012
For those of you who don't know my story...I've experienced chronic pain and complications for the past two years caused by an abdominal hernia repair with mesh. After obtaining a second and third opinion, I chose the surgeon who removed my varicose veins in 2011 to do the correction. I recently had the surgical mesh, permanent sutures, and excessive scar tissue removed. This time it was repaired using dissolvable sutures. I'm not fully recovered, but I'm hopeful for the future. The polypropylene (plastic) mesh did some permanent damage. The past cannot be undone, but I can try to prevent others from making the same mistake. I refuse to waste precious time complaining about my health. I'm ready to get my life back!
August 13, 2012
It has been two weeks since my hernia mesh removal and I'm feeling great! Each day I get a little stronger. Total recovery time is approximately 12 weeks. Thank you for keeping me in your prayers.
September 9, 2012
Six weeks post-op and I'm slowly gaining my energy back. I would love to run and lift weights, although I'm not brave enough to step foot in the gym yet. My stomach feels slightly painful in some areas, which I'm assuming is caused by scar tissue formation. It feels better than it did with the mesh in, so I'm happy:)
Click here to view an old blog post from my first hernia repair in 2010.
Patient advocacy organization - Truth in Medicine
Surgeon who specializes in
mesh removals - Dr. Kevin Petersen
❃ Words of encouragement ❃
"That is why we never give up.
Though our bodies are dying,
our spirits are being renewed every day."
- 2 Corinthians 4:16
"Those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint."
- Isaiah 40:31
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Homemade organic cinnamon play dough
Recipe:
1/4 cup organic sea salt
1 cup organic flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup (or more) water
Have your child mix the salt, flour, and cinnamon in the bowl. Add water and knead the dough to make a clay consistency.
Did you know? Playing with play dough is a great way to help develop your child's fine motor skills. Have fun! ☺
1/4 cup organic sea salt
1 cup organic flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup (or more) water
Have your child mix the salt, flour, and cinnamon in the bowl. Add water and knead the dough to make a clay consistency.
Did you know? Playing with play dough is a great way to help develop your child's fine motor skills. Have fun! ☺
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
His timing is perfect
I am truly amazed how God orchestrates every detail of my life. Every experience, whether good or bad, allows the opportunity to strengthen my relationship with Him, myself, and others. I couldn't be more thankful:)
"You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed." Psalm 139:16 (NLT)
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