Power, Love, and Self-Control: The Great Salmon Pay Off

The Great Salmon Pay Off

I selected salmon for most of my dinners while on vacation. I also enjoyed at least one baked fish entree. I enjoy sampling the various ways restaurants prepare and serve salmon. I still haven't baked or grilled any salmon at home.

This morning when I weighed, I was thrilled to have reached and surpassed my weight loss goal.

For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but LATER it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Hebrews 12:11.

My future focus will be continuing the habits of healthy eating and exercise that have helped make my efforts successful. Ultimately, I recognize and praise the under-girding grace of God. Apart from Him I HAVE done and CAN do nothing of eternal value. My health, habits and happiness are dependent on Him from whom ALL blessings flow.

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DianaOctober 19, 2009 at 12:44 PM
Hi Rebecca,
One way that Katie and I love our salmon is I rub a little bit of liquid smoke on it and sprinkle a tiny bit of sweet and low on top, broil. It has a little smoky and sweet flavor.
Love Di
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BernieOctober 19, 2009 at 1:38 PM
Good for you Rebecca, my favorite meal ever is salmon with asparagus...I always order this when I am out and make it at home as well, I love fish and have it twice a week, I do believe it is a great meal without a lot of fat....you are looking wonderful...:-) Hugs
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DeniseOctober 20, 2009 at 12:15 AM
I am very happy for you.
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That Woman is a Success . . .
Found at itsnotaboutfood.blogspot.com

who loves life
and lives it to the fullest;

who has discovered and shared
the strengths and talents
that are uniquely her own;

who puts her best into each task
and leaves each situation
better than she found it;

who seeks and finds
that which is beautiful
in all people and all things;

whose heart is full of love
and warm with compassion;

who has found joy in living
and peace within herself.

~ Barbara J. Burrow ~

To which I add, "who makes God's kingdom and His righteousness her #1 priority"....(rlg)

"A day must come in our lives, as definite as the day of our conversion, when we give up all right to ourselves and submit to the absolute Lordship of Jesus Christ. . . . there must be a day when, without reservation, we surrender everything to Him--ourselves, our families, our possessions, our business and our time. All we are and have becomes His, to be held henceforth entirely at His disposal. From that day we are no longer our own masters, but only stewards. Not until the Lordship of Jesus Christ is a settled thing in our hearts can the Holy Spirit really operate effectively in us. He cannot direct our lives effectively until all control of them is committed to Him. If we do not give Him absolute authority in our lives, He can be present, but He cannot be powerful. The power of the Spirit is stayed." (Watchman Nee)

"Each day you take a few small steps, then build on them day after day. There may be set backs, everyone has them, but those victories will add up, and then pretty soon you'll be amazed at how different your life has become. And what could be more alluring than the prospect of waking up to your best life? So roll up your sleeves and get to work!"

"Remember, every step you take toward reaching your weight loss goal is really a gift that you give to yourself. When you eat right and exercise, you are taking care of yourself, treating yourself with respect, and acknowledging that you deserve* to be healthy and happy.” (Bob Green, The Best Life)

Rebecca's note: I have trouble with "deserve". I want to care for my body because God Himself cares for it! Do I "deserve" health? No, in light of my sinful inclinations and the fall of mankind, health is a gift. A GRACE-gift directly from the hand of God--a gift to be handled thankfully and thoughtfully.

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