We here, like most people are enduring or trying to endure sweltering hot weather the best we can. I must say though that people’s tempers are short and there are so many warnings about staying inside. I had to go to the store and noticed that the frozen food section was even unusually crowded, which lead me to believe that folks were hanging out just to keep cool, not to shop. Pretty sad. The weather report however is calling for some severe storms to start moving in. Hopefully it will cool things off. The only thing I’m a concerned about, as unpredictable as the weather has been, the storms will bring with it, tornadoes.
Smile!
Everyone knows I am terrified of the dentist, but also need dental care and have found lately, that I actually want (yes I said want) some dental work done. Now for me to say this and be serious about it, I’ve been checking out all sorts of dentist’s references in my area. Also I have been online checking about various options to get a General Dentist who will understand my fears and work with me about them, but also be reasonably priced and…big one here… accept my insurance. I’ve had some very traumatic experiences with dentists and in truth I am still afraid, to the point of phobia, but I also know that one’s health or at least a large majority of one’s health, depends on oral hygiene.. I have found that my gums are somewhat receding and I do have a few cavities that are starting, which I must admit I’m totally embarrassed about, even though they aren’t noticeable, I know they are there. Because of my fear, I have indeed let my teeth go.
So, to the dentist I go. In order for me to do this, like I have said, I have done some reasearch. In fact, a whole lot of research. There is lots of information out there and a dentist who will suit one’s needs are found for you. This I think is very cool, considering the aspects of going to the dentist for some people who are afraid.
It was suggested to me by my sister after she had heard of my complaints, that like herself, I should look into seeing a Cosmetic Dentist also. She did and her teeth are beautiful. I want my smile back, so I am willing to suck up my fears and do this, for ME! In the long run it will be worth having a great smile and one that is also healthy.
Herbal wellness
Recently a friend of mine became an Herbalife Distributor and totally is into it. I don’t blame her. I have looked over all the brochures and the info and I would be too. It’s pricey, but from what I hear from everyone else, it’s no more pricey that the regular health items on the market today. The nutrition systems they have and the folks who are trained to work with you and your needs are fantastic. A lot has improved since I used to use the systems years ago.
Since I hardly get a chance to see my friend due to the distance we have to travel, I checked out locations of other Herbalife Distributors, and there are so many in various states and even countries, that it amazed me.
While browsing, I looked to see if there was a distributor in my immediate area, and sure enough by doing a search, found Herbalife in Ohio. You can bet I’m going to be talking to more people and finding out more info on the products now that the company has grown so much since last I had been using the items. It’s a great way to stay healthy, loose weight naturally and start feeling really quite good!
Dreading grocery shopping
I have been procrastinating going to the market and grocery store and running the errands I have to do. Grocery shopping, even for one person scares the hell out of me anymore. I have noticed, as everyone undoubtedly has, that grocery prices are soaring and there doesn’t seem any respite in sight. I so feel for people who have to feed families of two or more. It’s nearly impossible to eat healthy with the prices as they are. What kicks butt is “Lady Michelle” (and I use that term loosely anymore) raves about eating healthy and our kids having healthy meals such as hers do. I’m sure those two girls indeed have healthy meals. Umm.. DA…they are the President’s children and have free access to all these healthy tidbits of nutrition. Normally I don’t speak like this about politics the President, no matter who he is, or in a negative nature about issues concerning our “Leader”. I have had enough though. I could go on and on and fill pages now about issues I’ve kept my mouth shut about. But for now…I have to write a grocery list that will not drain my bank account. I seriously doubt if I’ll be eating as healthy as I used to be able to though.
Summer cold and ickys
I fought hard but have come down with the one and only (I hope) summer cold I generally get. I’m saying I hope, because so many of my friends have been complaining that they get a cold, get over it, only to catch another virus again. Right now, all I want to do is wrap up in my blankie, but unfortunately it is about 98 degrees outside and feels like it is at least that temp inside also. A great rain storm would be very welcome right now. 🙁
A dreaded migraine
I rarely get headaches, but I came down with a migraine yesterday, to beat all headaches. I’ve heard of people getting them, but never have had one, and truth be known, I so very much feel for folks that have these type of headaches on a consistent basis. I tried some herbal remedies that seemed to help a bit, but I also turned off all the noise in the house, hung blankets on my bedroom windows and suffered through it all. My poor dogs knew something was wrong and tried to “help” by kissing and trying to do the dog hug thing. Bless their little animal hearts. I slept for about 13 hours, and am feeling better now, but I never ever want to experience this again. Ouch!
Swimming season
I just love to swim. I don’t care if it is in a lake, beach or pool, so long as I can immerse myself in the water and have fun. There is also the added fun of shopping for a new bathing suit. I think I will go to the lake this weekend and relax in and by the water. Perhaps I can get some friends together for a nice little BBQ and some Volley Ball. Now that sounds like a lot of fun ! Ok then, time to go into the planning stage and make some phone calls. Have a nice rest of the week. Two more days till Friday and the fun begins. =)
Movies at home
I’ve been thinking about checking into Direct TV packages for the movies mostly. I don’t watch much television since I really don’t have time, but when I see clips of movies that are out now, and I find them interesting or they are ones that I want to see, I’d like to be able to kick back at home and watch them. I’m not happy with the service I have right now, so I indeed do what to check this out.
While watching the news the other night, it totally blew me away at how many break ins, robberies, and other crimes there are because of security reasons. My friend Diane’s home had gotten vandalized and broken into three times and the landlord refused to put in any security precautions or let her even pay and have it put in herself. So she moved. She then immediately had home security sierravista installed and now has peace of mind when she goes out or even while she is at home.
I don’t live in a bad neighborhood, but I’d like to get a new television to watch my movies on, so an alarm system is definitely in order. Because of where I park, people can’t tell if I’m home or not and when I’m watching a movie I like I get really engrossed in it, so unless the dog barks, I don’t know if anyone is around the house. He indeed is a great, matter of fact, and awesome little watch dog and protector but that isn’t enough for me now with the crime rate the way it is.
Short weekend.
This weekend went so fast. It seems like I got nothing at all accomplished that I wanted to do and there was quite a list. Tomorrow back to the old grind and to be honest, I’m not looking forward to it. I’ve seriously been thinking about taking a vacation from everything. Working, writing, talking on the phone…just everything. It’s so tempting. We’ll see what happens.
A very good book.
I know most every one has heard of the movie with Julia Roberts in it, called Eat, Pray, Love. Well, I saw the movie and didn’t think it was very good. Then I got the book. To me, books are always better than the movie. I was right about this one. I literally did not want to put it down. If I were a book critic I would give it a five star rating. Do yourself a favor and read it. I can’t begin to tell you all how much I got out of it personally.
