Power, Love, and Self-Control: Later in the Day -- Rain

Later in the Day -- Rain

NOT this bed yet, though....

I spent a few hours pulling weeds & dividing some plants yesterday morning. Except for a blister in the middle of my right hand, it felt good (and LOOKS great)!

Later in the day came a sweet, gentle and much-needed rain.

I couldn't help but think that the hard work of weight loss and fitness is frequently followed by a satisfying "rain" of desired results. Refreshing blessings. Or at least that has been my experience in the past...and now as once again I journey to a "better place" physically.

We are still on vacation. Leisurely yard work CAN be very restorative. (As is/was an excursion to My Favorite Thrift Store and The Factory - a wonderful restaurant featuring a healthy salmon-topped salad special on Fridays.)

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DianaApril 21, 2012 at 9:25 AM
I know we need the rain but I want to play in my yard so badly! It seems that on the nice days, I've had to work. But I'm sure that soon enough the weather will be more consistent. Those flowers are beautiful Rebecca.
I was surprised to learn that I had lost 11 pounds over the last few weeks. I don't know how except that I have been eating good and doing a lot of work in and out of the house!!
Love Di ♥
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SusanApril 21, 2012 at 10:23 AM
Beautiful flowers, Rebecca. Just beautiful. Susan
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RebeccaApril 21, 2012 at 11:52 AM
The cascading phlox have always been a spring favorite of mine, Susan. Mine have really spread out the past few years...
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SueApril 23, 2012 at 4:57 PM
Enjoyed reading these thoughts,
Sue
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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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Later in the Day -- Rain

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