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Detox Phase 1 16 y
detox, water, fast, vitamin, c, flush
Today, I'm doing a Water Fast. My goal is to do this for the entire work week (Mon-Friday).
This is my plan for the week:
Vit C. Flush every morning
Water throughout the day
1 cup of Parsley ... read more Starting from Scratch 16 y
spring, beginning, new, start,
Its been eight months since I read a blog, post, etc. on this site. Its also been 8 months since I followed any of the lessons I learned. It shows. I let work and life heavily affect me. I then wen... read more Rebuilding Phase - Month 2 17 y
This month, I want to focus on being physically active.
I made several mistakes during month 1. One thing I’m glad I focused on is taking probiotics. My digestion has never been this great. I will not be taking probiotics on a regular basis. However, I will take a few times a week.
This month, I want to focus on being physically active. I didn’t work out at all during month 1. This will force me to eat well and stick to just having one cheat meal a week. My fitness program for this month will be as follows: Run 2-3 miles & lift weights twice a week, 1 day of stretching and 1 7-10 mile hike on the weekend. The physical activity will also keep ... read more Nature 1 - Me 0 17 y
Today was my first hike. Rock Creek Park kicked my @#$.
Today was my first hike. Rock Creek Park kicked my @#$. Sierra Club rated it a B. It was a 7.2 mile hike. It was a different type of physical activity. It motivated me to design a routine and stick to it. I loved the hike. Cardiovascular, I was fine. But, it wore my muscles down. Every muscle between my neck and toes is sore.
Nutrionally, I made three mistakes. I wasn’t well hydrated before the hike, I didn’t have the proper breakfast, and I didn’t put salt in my water for the hike. I did pack healthy food to snack on. I surprised to see some people didn’t bring any water or the proper ... read more Last Day Leo Readings - 8/31 17 y
I didn't post the readings for 08/01. But, I thought it would be neat to post the 31st day readings.
I didn’t post the readings for 08/01. But, I thought it would be neat to post the 31st day readings.
Sun Sign Readings
Let your fun-loving nature come out and play in the sunshine today, Brenda. As the day progresses, however, the clouds are likely to move in. You might find that there is a more restrictive tone to your emotions that may be making it difficult for you to express how you really feel. Try to focus more of your attention inward and realize that you can maintain a high level of self-esteem without having to prove anything to others.
I’m definitely feeling fun-loving. I’ ... read more Last Days of August 17 y
Its been awhile since I’ve posted. A lot has been going on.
Its been awhile since I’ve posted. A lot has been going on.
Physically, I feel okay. I haven’t been staying on top of my yolk drink and it shows. I miss the energy boost. I didn’t do my menstrual fast. I’m still amazed with how much my digestion has improved. It has never been this good. Movements everyday. Everything I ate is gone within 24 hours. I’m going on a hike this weekend. My dog gets at least 90 minutes of walking a day, which means I walk at least 90 minutes a day. I don’t have a desire to train as hard as I used to. As of now, the hikes, walks with the dog and occasional run ... read more New Tastes - Review of the Fig 17 y
I'm hoping that by doing this, I will not need or want anything from the aisles of a supermarket. My exploring will lead to creative meals that are tasty and 75-90% raw.
The Ode to Goat Cheese was the beginning of my exploration of new and natural foods. I promise none of the foods will come out of a box. You will be able to find everything I taste at your local farmer’s market or along the outer rims of the supermarket. I’m hoping that by doing this, I will not need or want anything from the aisles of a supermarket. My exploring will lead to creative meals that are tasty and 75-90% raw.
This week’s post will review the Fig. My favorite salad has dried fruit in it. I believe the sweet taste is to balance the sour of the goat cheese and the salt from the ... read more Leo Readings for the Week 17 y
Sun Sign and Lovescope Readings for the week
Sun Sign - Week of August 20, 2007 Don’t step over your own feet in an attempt to move forward. The Sun conjuncts Saturn on Tuesday, which may bring you crashing to a halt. If you feel pensive and rather serious, don’t worry, as this is only temporary. It could be annoying if you’re supposed to be lively and jolly, but it won’t last. In fact, in certain situations it could be a real bonus. If you have a lot of business to deal with, you could be in the perfect frame of mind. Be contented within and go with the flow.
There’s a lot going on at work right now that I have no control ove ... read more End of the week review 17 y
End of Week 2
I didn’t make it to the Farmer’s Market yesterday. After a trip to Whole Foods, I realized I have to make going to the Farmer’s Market a habit. The only ”local” fruit they had were Peaches. I bought some because I added fruit to my morning routine. But, I’m not a fan of peaches. I know apples are growing in West VA. I bought some last week. All of their apples were from South of the Equator. While I do love Gala apples, I’m trying to stick with fruits and veggies grown North of the Equator in August and preferably from the Mid-Atlantic States (and North Carolina). I don’t care for celery. ... read more Liver Flush or Not Liver Flush? 17 y
I noticed that my BM's look a bit pale or light brown on Friday and this morning. That indicates an issue with the liver.
I noticed that my BM’s look a bit pale or light brown on Friday and this morning. That indicates an issue with the liver. I had a spinach salad most of the week except Thursday and Friday, so I didn’t notice this before (they were very dark). They were a nice brown color last week. My two meals on Thursday and Friday afternoons were heavy with protein. More so on Thursday then Friday. Maybe that’s why Friday’s movements were a bit darker. I have my yolk drink on a regular basis, but I’m wondering if I should do a HC Liver Flush.
I hate doing the HC Liver Flushes because they take some m ... read more Brief Update 17 y
Things are going well.
My body is holding at a steady healthy. I could lose 5-7 lbs but that’s nothing exercise won’t cure. I signed up for hiking groups and will be doing a few 5ks this fall. I have to admit that I am very happy with how I look and feel.
My BMs have been the best they have ever been. My body is digesting the food I eat very well. I seem to have one big movement first thing in the morning (sometimes 1 small followed by one big). The big one is at least 12in long and very smooth. I think the amount of veggies and fruits has played a huge part in that. I have a movement in the afternoon, but no ... read more Ode to Goat Cheese 17 y
You are becoming a guilty pleasure.
Goat Cheese,
Where have you been?
I’ve tried them all,
Mozzarella, Brie, Blue, and Provolone
All of them from a Cow
Then I took a chance
Fried Goat Cheese and Greens
My tongue did a little dance
I cannot believe it
The taste, the texture, the smell
You are becoming a guilty pleasure. visit the page Leo Readings for the Week 17 y
Leo Horoscope Readings
Sun Sign Reading for Week of 8/13-19
This may be the week you’re declared ruler of the world. With a powerful array of planets in your sign of Leo, namely, the illustrious Sun, karmic Saturn, clever Mercury, and Venus retrograde, you have so much energy swirling around you that there’s nothing you can’t accomplish. Your ability to motivate yourself and others is at an all time high. If anyone needs a pep talk or a lift out of the doldrums, you’re the person he or she should talk to. This is your time to shine and beam your bright light all across the universe. I do feel the ener ... read more M1-W2 - Plan 17 y
Week 2 begins today.
Week 2 begins today. Below is my ”meal plan” for the week.
Upon Rising: lemon water w/ baking soda (need to get the Ph back up; don’t know what it is but I can sense its low based on a few things)
Breakfast: .5 cup of nut milk (brazil or walnut) with 1 yolk, blended w/1 piece of fruit, 1T Sun. Oil, 1T flax meal, 1T of brewer’s yeast and 1t of wheat germ. Pre-workout (3-4 days a week - 1T of BSM taken separately)
Main Meal: Salad: 2 cups of raw spinach, 1 slice of goat cheese, 1 salmon cake, 2T of sliced natural almonds, 2T of diced dates, 2T of dressing, 4 yellow cherry tomatoes.
Eve ... read more M1-W1: Review 17 y
Overall, while this past week was somewhat of a disappointment, I am happy with what I learned about myself.
This week I realized I need to deal with my emotional eating issues. I thought they were gone. But, I realized that I have been on a ”scheduled” diet or ”routine” for 2 1/2 years. This is the first time in awhile where I’ve been sort of free. My colleague went on vacation for 3 weeks. He has more technical experience than I do and is at the ”senior level”. While my technical experience is better than it was 14 months ago, I have a long way to go. I’m pretty much managing everything. My company is currently going through a ”transition phase”. People are being observed more, fired, demoted o ... read more A New Beginning . . . 17 y
Per my horoscope, the new moon is in my sign this weekend. I feel it. I feel new.
Per my horoscope, the new moon is in my sign this weekend. I feel it. I feel new. Its been a month since my break up. I’m fine. I feel like me again. I woke up at 5:30 am ready to start the day. I took my dog out for a long walk and some play time. Its been awhile since I took him to the tennis court for a run and it shows. I will make it a habit (again) to take him there every morning. The squirrels and brids came by looking for breakfast. I’m out of feed (note to self: go to Home Depot tomorrow and get two big bags). I meditated for twenty minutes.
I decided to take a trip to the farm ... read more Geez, let me have some first . . . 17 y
He followed me to my favorite chair and begged while I was drinking it. He goes crazy over kefir.
My dog LOVES Kefir. When I started drinking it, after I was done I would scrape out what was hanging on the side of the glass or bottom for him. Of course, I did this everytime. Its been at least two months since I bought kefir.
Yesterday, was my cheat day. I started the morning with my hormonal balance drink. I find kefir gets things moving after an evening of forbidden foods (I’m not going to fast today. I will do a 48hour (well more like 60hr) fast on Friday and Saturday.) Well, he knows what kefir looks and smells like. He followed me to my favorite chair and begged while I was drin ... read more Would you like to hang out on Saturday? 17 y
As with seeking the right job, if I don't put myself out there and take chances I will not meet people that will make awesome friends or a special partner.
On Monday the ”new friend” I meant to call, sent me an e-mail. I was going to call him because I inadvertently deleted his e-mail address. Well, I asked him if he wanted to hang out this weekend. We are going to meet up at the mall. Usually, I would find a group that’s having an event. I never really put myself out there re: trying to build a foundation for a solid friendship. Maybe it was due to fear of rejection or anxiety. I don’t know. But, me asking him is a big step for me.
Other big steps I have taken: striking a conversation with strangers (They were talking about Amtrak. I jump ... read more Dreamweaver . . . 17 y
My body doesn't want to stay up later than 10pm and won't get up until 6 am.
I got a full 8 hours of sleep. My body doesn’t want to stay up later than 10pm. I sleep a full 8 hours. This may be related to fall equinox that will be arriving 5-6 weeks from now. I noticed that my sleep habits change when Fall and Spring Equinoxes arrive. I also used to get sick really bad around that time. Getting sick hasn’t happened in 2-3 years. But my sleep habits still change. My dog’s sleep habits change as well. Or this could be related to my body rebuilding. I will keep track of everything that occurs.
My dreams last night were quite interesting.
1) Something happened at ... read more Potassium Flush from Soup?? 17 y
It seems my soup is flushing me out. Which isn't a good thing.
Okay, this rebuilding process is becoming a huge learning process.
It seems my soup is flushing me out. Which isn’t a good thing. Before I get a message stating that my body ”doesn’t want the soup”, it had NO problems with the Nathan’s foot long hot dog I ate on Saturday. The one day fast didn’t even flush me out like this. And I was perfectly fine last week probiotics (though I took too much in the beginning and that produced some interesting movements) and all, so its the soup. I believe the kale (lots of it), vidallia onions, garlic and non-salt seasoning is adding way too much potas ... read more Sleepless in Virginia 17 y
When I got underneath my down alternative heat trapping sauna of a comfortable, I felt warmer.
I didn’t think I would be posting about my rebuilding phase during the week so soon.
Yesterday, I had my ”hormonal balance drink” (1 cup of cow’s milk kefir, 1t of cod liver oil, 1T of flax meal, 1T of VCO and 1 egg yolk). Then 2 hours later, I had the acv (2t) and honey (1t) drink. I went to bed around 11pm. I started feeling warm prior to going to bed. When I got underneath my down alternative heat trapping sauna of a comfortable, I felt warmer. I lowered the thermostat to make my place cooler, took off my pajamas (cami and sweats) and put on a large t-shirt. I felt better. I’m not su ... read more Leo Readings for the Month of August. 17 y
I started looking into my horoscope when I received a reading from someone after my relationship ended.
Your Enchantment’s Gardner’s reading for the year inspired this post. I started looking into my horoscope when I received a reading from someone after my relationship ended. It dealt more with Pluto (which I will go into more detail about in the near future). My reading for the month of July was dead on. It definitely wasn’t a concidence. The monthly readings are courtesy of astrocenter.com via msn.com. Of course, I will provide a review of the month on September 1st.
LEO (Sun Sign) August Reading.
This month will be powerful. You can create your own reali ... read more Month 1 - Week 1 17 y
Week 1 begins today.
Week 1 begins today. Below is my "meal plan" for the week. Upon Rising: lemon water Breakfast: 1 cup of OJ mixed with 1 yolk, 1T OO, 1T flax meal, 2t of brewer’s yeast and 1t of wheat germ. Postworkout (3-4 days a week - 1T of BSM taken separately) Main Meal: 2 cups of soup (kale, vidallia onions and garlic) w/ 1 diced chicken thigh Snack: 10-20 baby carrots w/ 3T of all natural peanut butter Evening: Hormonal Balance Drink (recommended by Lilly1) - 1 cup of kefir, 1T of Flax Meal, 1T of VCO, 1t of cod liver oil Bedtime: 1 warm glass of water w/ honey and acv Water: 64 oz a day I ... read more |