Lisa M. Buske's Blog, page 2

Have you missed me? If so, I'm back!

Hello! How have you been? I've missed you. It has been since March, can you believe it?! Long story short, my debit card was hacked in March, I got a new one. My renewal for my website, yes, I pay to have my https://lisabuske.com and to use the Weebly platform for this blog.

Well, in the time of waiting for the new card to arrive, my auto payment didn't pull because my account was blocked and my number was wrong when they retried. I didn't notice because I was so busy and not being consistent with my blogging. So here we are, the beginning of July, many emails later to get thins up and running BUT I'm back!

I look forward to chatting with you here a couple times a week again, I've missed you BUT if you want to experience me in the LIVE - I now have a VIP cooking page on Facebook, an updated YouTube channel, and I' even on TikTok! To follow me, here is th info you need.

Facebook VIP Cooking: Keeping it Real Cooking with Lisa
YouTube: Keeping it Real Cooking with Lisa Buske
Tik Tok: @Keepingitrealwithlisa
Insta: @keepingitreal_buske

Yup! I may not have been here writing but I'm keeping myself busy. More to come but I wanted to get an email up to say Hi and let you know where I've been. Today's photo was taken during my 5 a.m. power hour, you'll hear about this in the future.  Leave a comment and let me know what you've been up to

Mindset Medicine: A Journaling Power Self-Love Book

Oh my goodness.

Mari McCarthy. Has. Done. It. Again!

​Mindfulness and mindset are all the rage right now. I love how God works because you can't write and publish a book overnight. Thank you Mari for recognizing the message God placed on your heart to share this book with the world. There is so much goodness within these covers and the size makes it easy to throw in your backpack, purse, or bag. I'm sharing this with the mindfulness gurus in my circle so they can share it with others as they do their trainings to encourage and inspire educators and business people alike. The versatility of this book will impact people for generations to come.

I can see this book becoming worn as I use it often and refer back to it. Add it to your library now. About the Book
Want the Cure for Culture Chaos? Grab your pen and pad and prescribe yourself, Mindset Medicine: A Journaling Power Self-Love Book. The news, the fear, the media, the texts, the constant bombardment of electronic sludge. It can all tear you down and rip you away from being YOU! 

You can choose to give into this madness and be manipulated into submission. Or you can join the Journaling Power Revolution, reconnect with your higher self, and love yourself without conditions. 

​In her third book, award-winning international bestseller author Mari L. McCarthy reveals a journaling power path that leads to an awareness of how vibrant your life will be when you…Understand why you absolutely have to love yourself firstTap into your hidden gifts and talentsDeclare why others must ALWAYS respect youEstablish rock-solid unbreakable boundariesPromise to be YOUR own superhero! Most importantly, Mindset Medicine explains in rich detail why the most empowering and loving relationship you can ever have – is with YOU!
Find out more about Mindset Medicine on Amazon.com.

In a world in which media, news and others are telling you what to think, Mindset Medicine is a powerful tool to regain your consciousness.

We all have an Innate power within us, a power
wanting to be expressed and live fully.

​This book will draw that out. Enjoy with an open mind and let your mind be refreshed into a higher level of health and consciousness.

​-Dr. Aaron Tressler, Chiropractor, Podcaster and Critical Thinker.

Viva the Revolution! Mari's third Journaling Power book is like hopping on a high speed rail ride!  She is a stern and compassionate engineer taking you through all of the stops to build the self love that makes the rails to any route to success.

Mindset Medicine expands on the final chapter of her second Journaling Power book and teaches you how to use your journal to gain the self love, respect and compassion you need to get all of the things you want in your life, all done with Mari's signature storytelling and humor. 
-Stephen Van Vugt

About the Author:
Mari L. McCarthy, Founder and CEO - Chief Empowerment Officer  of CreateWriteNow.com, teaches curious health-conscious action-takers how to use Journaling For The Health Of It®️ to heal the emotional, creative, physical, and spiritual issues in their tissues. She also shows them how to use this powerful personal transformation tool to know, grow and share their True Self.

​Mari is the multi award-winning author of Journaling Power: How To Create The Happy, Healthy Life You Want To Live, Heal Your Self With Journaling Power and Mindset Medicine: A
Journaling Power Self-Love Book. She’s also created 20+ Journaling For The Health Of It® Self-Management 101 Workbooks including Who Am I?, Take Control Of Your Health! and Start Journaling For The Health Of It® Write Now.
Find out more about Mari by visiting:CreateWriteNow.comFacebookTwitterLinkedInYouTube.

This book is kick-ass! I enjoyed it so much that I highlighted most of it to refer back to later. The journaling prompts are incredible, a favorite was 'write down what you would say to your 10-year-old self as a parent’ on page 151. That was good stuff!
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-Wendy Kipfmiller-O’Brien, snixysnix.com

In Mindset Medicine, Mari L. McCarthy champions the idea that appropriate self-love is necessary to live an authentic, empowered life. Using journaling as a tool for healing, she offers warm, supportive guidance to any reader on a path of self-discovery.
-Dennis Palumbo, Psychotherapist and Author, Writing From The Inside Out

Learn more about Mari, read other blog Reviews, and Interviews February 14 @ The Muffin
What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than discovering a book that helps you love yourself. Find out more about Mindset Medicine, read an interview with the author, and enter to win a copy of the book too.
https://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com

February 14th @ Frugal France
Join Laura as she reviews Mari L. McCarthy's Mindset Medicine. You also have the chance to win a copy of the book too.
https://frugalfrance.com

February 15th @ Golden Spiral Journey
Visit Carol's blog where she shares her review of Mari L. McCarthy's Mindset Medicine.
https://goldenspiraljourney.com/

February 16th @ Journaling to Heal
Billie Wade will be sharing her experience with reading Mari L. McCarthy's Mindset Medicine.
https://www.journalingtoheal.com/

February 18th @ Fiona Ingram's Blog
Join Fiona as she features Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://fionaingramauthor.blogspot.com

February 18th @ The Bohemian Princess
Visit Rebecca's blog today and read her review of Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://rebeccajwhitman.com/ 

February 20th @ Linda Schueler's Blog
Visit Linda's blog and read her review of Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://lschuelerca.wordpress.com/

February 20th @ Melanie Faith's blog
Join Melanie as she features Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://www.melaniedfaith.com/blog

February 21st @ The Bohemian Princess Podcast
Visit Rebecca's podcast and enter a giveaway for Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://rebeccajwhitman.com/

February 23rd @ Look to the Western Sky
Margo will be reviewing Mari L. McCarthy's book and you can also win a copy too.
https://www.margoldill.com

February 25th @ A Storybook World
Deirdra will be showcasing Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine. Don't miss this life-changing book!
https://www.astorybookworld.com/

February 27th @ Freeing the Butterfly
Embrace a renewed mindset and read Michelle's review of Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine. 
https://freeingthebutterfly.com/blog
March 2nd @ Beverley A. Baird's Blog
Join Bev as she reviews Mari L. McCarthy's Mindset Medicine. A must-read to get your mind and health back on track!
https://beverleyabaird.wordpress.com/

March 4th @ One Sister's Journey
Visit Lisa's blog and read her thoughts about Mari L. McCarthy's powerful book Mindset Medicine.
https://lisambuske.com

March 5th @ Anne Greenawalt's Blog
Join Anne as she reviews Mari L. McCarthy's powerful book Mindset Medicine.
http://www.annegreenawalt.com/

March 7th @ World of My Imagination
Join Wendy as she guest reviews on Nicole's blog and shares her thoughts about Mari L. McCarthy's powerful book Mindset Medicine.
https://worldofmyimagination.com

March 8th @ Bella Rose Healing Hands
Join Isabella as she interviews Mari L. McCarthy and reviews her book Mindset Medicine.
https://www.bellarosehealinghands.com

March 10th @ Deborah Adam's Blog
Join Deborah as she interviews author Mari L. McCarthy and gives away a copy of the inspiring Mindset Medicine.
http://www.deborah-adams.com/blog/

March 10th @ Choices
Madeline Sharples will be featuring Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
http://madelinesharples.com

March 11th @ The Journal Well Project
Join Tara and read her review of Mindset Medicine by Mari L. McCarthy. 
www.thejournalwellproject.com

March 12th @ Liberate and Lather
Visit Angela's blog where she reviews Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine. You also have the chance to win a copy for yourself too.
www.liberateandlather.com

March 13th @ Joan Porte's Blog
Stop by Joan's blog where she features Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine
http://joanporte.com/

March 14th @ Jessica Liebe's Blog
Jessica reviews Mari L. McCarthy's powerful book Mindset Medicine.
https://www.jessicaleibe.com/blog

March 15th @ Because of Words
Join Cassie and read her review of Mindset Medicine by Mari L. McCarthy. 
https://becauseofwords.com

March 16th @ My Question Life
Join Kara as she shares her thoughts of Mindset Medicine by Mari L. McCarthy. 
www.myquestionlife.com

March 17th @ Knotty Needle
Don't miss Judy's review of Mari L. McCarthy's powerful book Mindset Medicine.
http://knottyneedle.blogspot.com

March 18th @ Alanna Jean's Blog
Make sure to stop by Alanna's blog and read her review of Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://alannaxjean.wordpress.com/

March 19th @ Leslie's Voice
Leslie shares her thoughts of Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
https://lesliesvoice.com/

March 20th @ Jill Sheets' Blog
Visit Jill's blog and find out more about author Mari L. McCarthy and her new book Mindset Medicine.
http://jillsheets.blogspot.com/

March 20th @ Wildwood Reads
Join Megan and read her thoughts about Mari L. McCarthy's book Mindset Medicine.
www.wildwoodreads.com

​ Thank you for taking time to learn more about Mari's newest release...
Who do you know that would benefit from this book?

The Ultimate Brag Book: Review and Recommendation

Can you imagine all the things you like, love, and adore in one book? 

"Let’s be honest. We tend to forget how amazing we really are. It is easy to see it in others, but when it comes to seeing ourselves, we tend to have bad vision.

This is why I wrote this book!

All your favorites are captured at one time with space to write more. How often do we brag about ourselves, take time to think about what makes us happy, or do the things we like? If I had to guess, not as often as you would like.

You deserve to brag about yourself, so why not? Not only is this a bragging book, but it is a book of ideas you can use to start your next project, business, career move, or anything your heart desires." ~ Marla J. Albertie

In this book, you will learn: How to vision board your next big career moveHow to inspire yourself by seeing youThat you are worthy​ This book is for everyone who wants to see themselves as the person they are.
You deserve to be your own cheerleader. 
​Grab this book today and start bragging on yourself! My Review This book is a MUST HAVE for everyone. Let me ask you a few questions before I share my review.
1) Do you want to leave something for your children, grandchildren, and future generations?
2) Would you like a way to reflect on WHO you are? 
3) What if this could all be in one place?
4) Did you answer "yes" to above and think, "This sounds wonderful but I don't have time to do this with integrity?

Here is the deal, the way Marla has the book designed and organized...she did the hard work. There is ample writing spaces for our answers. Even when it might be a one-word answer, she allows space in case you want to expand. 

Some of the questions require little thought and had me laughing out loud.  Other areas stopped me in my tracks and I'm still thinking on them. My favorite aspect of this book is that I don't have to do it all in one sitting.

​I am working on it a little at the time, when I have those pockets of time. A few minutes here and there. When it is complete, I'm tucking it in my safe with a note for my daughter. Some of the things I'm sharing she knows and others she may not know or thought to ask. I appreciate this book so much because it opens the dialogue for today or as a legacy for tomorrow! Meet the Author Marla J. Albertie has lived on board a United States carrier therefore, she feels she is unstoppable. As a native of Jacksonville, Florida she loves to read, travel, and shop. Many of her travels have been on cruises as she has taken 16 thus far.

Marla believes life is a journey and we all can create the life we want so why not; you only live this life once. She has a passion to see growth in peoples’ lives and wants others to pay it forward.

As an energetic visionary, she is the owner and founder of the TruthSpeaksGroup LLC, a multi-media company that creates strategies and solutions for work-life integration/harmony (WLI/H). She is also the founder of MJA Notary Services LLC., MJA Publishing LLC., and JEMA Holdings LLC. and Being the founder of I/O for Teens Inc. is her greatest work yet! 

Marla doesn’t believe in work-life balance as she believes all areas of our lives can be integrated and we can create harmony in our lives by means of I/O Psychology and Positive Psychology methodologies. 
However, harmony cannot happen if we are not in tune with who we are, therefore “The Ultimate Brag Book” was born. Marla’s mantra is to #TeachTrainEducate working woman who desire to understand their truth and live a life of success defined on their own terms. Marla's one word philosophy is #Learn. 

Marla is a certified professional career, executive, and life coach, trainer APTD (Associate Professional in Training and Development), Certified Chief Happiness Officer, Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Director of HR, Instructor, of Psychology, Amazon Best Selling author, and has over 25 years of business, coaching, and training experience.

Marla holds a Master of Education in Adult Education, Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management, and an Associates of Science in Financial Services. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

Marla loves speaking, teaching, and writing. Among the many ventures she is involved in here are just a few: The founder of the Motivational Movement K.I.M. (Keep it Moving), Truth Speaks Academy, an annual Women’s Empowerment Conference. I.M.A.G.IN.E. (I’M Awesome Growing IN Excellence), YouTube Channel featuring the talk show Creating Your Career with Marla J. Albertie which has 36 episodes, and blog TheWorkingWoman.co. She has also published two books and co-authored a third.

Marla is an active member of the Junior League of Jacksonville, ATD, SIOP, SHRM, Blacks in I/O, APA, ICF, IPPA, and NAHSE. She is also a Well-being and Data Literacy champion at Mayo Clinic. 

When she is not trying to save the world, Marla loves a good story and frequents the movies to eat her favorite movie snack, nachos. She loves spending time with her family and friends cruising, shopping, and reading.  Learn MORE about the book on her blog tour below January 30th @ The Muffin
Join us over at WOW's blog The Muffin where we interview author Marla J Albertie about her book The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself. You can also win a copy of the book too!
https://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com/

January 31st @ Karen Brown Tyson's blog
Come by Karen's blog for her review of Marla J. Albertie's book The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself. https://karenbrowntyson.com/

February 1st @ One Writer's Journey
Visit Sue's blog for a guest post by Marla J. Albertie about creating your manifesto.
https://suebe.wordpress.com/

February 2nd @ Barbara Barth Art and Words
Barbara shares a guest post by Marla J. Albertie on writing.
https://barbarabarthartandwords.blogspot.com/

February 2nd @ The Mommies Reviews
Glenda shares her thoughts about Marla J. Albertie's inspirational book The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
https://themommiesreviews.com/

February 3rd @ The Mommies Reviews
Visit Glenda's blog again for a guest post by Marla J. Albertie about business and entrepreneurship.
https://www.themommiesreviews.com/

February 5th @ Barbara Barth Art and Words
Join Barbara again as she reviews The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself by Marla J. Albertie. 
https://barbarabarthartandwords.blogspot.com/

February 8th @ Create Write Now
Mari shares a guest post by Marla J. Albertie about business and entrepreneurship.
https://www.createwritenow.com/journal-writing-blog

February 9th @ One Writer's Journey
Visit Sue's blog again for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself by Marla J. Albertie. https://suebe.wordpress.com/

February 9th @ Lisa Haselton's Reviews & Interviews: Lisa interviews author Marla J. Albertie about her book The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself. https://lisahaselton.com/blog/
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February 10th @ Choices
Visit Madeline's blog for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
http://www.madelinesharples.com/

February 12th @ A Storybook World
Join Deirdra as she features a guest post by Marla J. Albertie about career development.
https://www.astorybookworld.com/ 
February 14th @ Lisa's Reading
Visit Lisa's blog for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
https://lisasreading.com/

February 15th @ One Sister's Journey
Visit Lisa's blog for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself. You also have the chance to win a copy of the book too!
https://www.lisambuske.com/

February 18th @ World of My Imagination
Join Nicole as she features Marla J. Albertie on her feature three things on a Saturday night. You'll also have the chance to win a book copy too! https://worldofmyimagination.com

February 20th @ Word Magic
Visit Fiona's blog for a guest post by Marla J. Albertie about the law of attraction.
http://fionaingramauthor.blogspot.com/

February 22nd @ Beverley A. Baird's blog
Join Beverley for a guest post by Marla J. Albertie on writing. https://beverleyabaird.wordpress.com/

February 23rd @ Knotty Needle
Visit Judy's blog to read her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
http://knottyneedle.blogspot.com/

February 24th @ Beverley A. Baird's blog
Visit Beverley's blog again for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself by Marla J. Albertie. https://beverleyabaird.wordpress.com/

February 25th @ The Faerie Review
Visit Lily's blog for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
https://www.thefaeriereview.com/

February 26th @ A Storybook World
Join Deirdra for her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
https://www.astorybookworld.com/

February 28th @ Liberate and Lather
Join Angela as she shares her review of The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself.
https://liberateandlather.com/

March 1st @ Jill Sheets' Blog
Visit Jill's blog for an interview with author Marla J. Albertie. http://jillsheets.blogspot.com/

April 1s @ Write Advice
B. Lynn Goodwin will be interviewing author Marla J. Albertie about her book The Ultimate Brag Book About Yourself. You also have the chance to win a book copy too!
https://writeradvice.com/ Here is where you can find her online:

Main Site: truthspeaksgroup.com

Follow her as a writer on Medium

Subscribe to her blog: www.theworkingwoman.co

Take a course at Truth Speaks Academy

Subscribe to my talk show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/faUFIqU8pHs

Instagram: http://instagram.com/tspeaksgroup

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TSpeaksCoaching
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlajalbertie/ ORDER YOUR COPY AND GET STARTED TODAY: Use this link to order My 5 STAR review photos are from my WordSwag App I highly recommend this book -
it's one I'm leaving in the safe as a legacy
for my daughter and future grands!

​Or a discussion starter now.

Looking to 2022 and how to improve...

Is anyone else amazed it is already the end of 2021? My goodness, so much has changed in a year yet nothing has changed. This phrase is an oldie yet in the midst of COVID, I don't think it has been truer. We, as a people, have learned to accept change with more grace and expectancy. 

There is a resemblance of normalcy, yet none. Oh my goodness. Life is a roller coaster like none this generation has experienced. While this is true, it's also an opportunity to look forward and prepare for the new year. We don't know the direction BUT we know there will be more bumps, turns, and things that take our breath away (both good and bad). Rather than fight it, let's prepare and embrace all 2022 will bring our way.
In the past, I usually have my word and Bible verse for the upcoming year either chosen or narrowing it down. This year, I can't seem to settle on one word. Since I pick my focus verse to coincide with my word. My hope is to have it hammered down by the end of January. 

In the past, I would put pressure on myself to select my word and verse before Midnight so I am ready for the new year. The new and improved me has learned in 2021, after focusing on "Healthy Habits and Balance". So, my hope is to spend the rest of the week and weekend to finalize my word so I can have my verse in January.

How are you doing - have you selected your word, verse, and/or mantra for 2022 yet? Will you share it in a comment below?

​Happy New Year!

T.O.P.' Tuesday: Never Forgotten

Hello! How are you doing? To say it's been awhile is an understatement. I'm sorry if you've missed me and grateful for those that reached out to check in and see if I'd be writing soon. Thank you! Here I am. It's not that you are forgotten or not thought of. It's the opposite. I miss you too and think of writing something then I'm overwhelmed.

One thing I strive for on this blog is to "keep it real" for all of you. I don't wan to write, just to write - at least not on my blog. If you are taking the time to read, I want it to be worth reading. You deserve this much. I was inspired Monday morning to write this and share with you. 

We are 40 days into the school year and I'm just starting to feel like there is a semi-routine to our days. This is freeing my brain a little to focus when I get home on the things that need to be done. I'm learning, or should I say, reminded, it is important to do the things that bring us joy more often, especially when under stress. It's the third school year interrupted by COVID and the effect on our students' education is heartbreaking and the exhaustion felt by parents and staff alike are weighing so many down. If I think about it to much, I'm overcome with a grief for the next generation and the joy lost within our schools.

Don't misunderstand, teachers are busting their humps to make school an enjoyable, rigorous, and fun place to be. The kids are laughing and learning. Our students are making friends and loving school. They know they are loved and look forward to coming to school, this is what energizes and inspires the staff to keep showing up. Our students have no idea of the exhaustion felt because they deserve better and they deserve our all, and they are receiving it.

I'm grateful for the amazing staff at MACS striving to give 110% every day so our student succeed and enjoy school. I also pray for our staff because they are tired, we are all tired. The pandemic is wearing on everyone and I believe most are doing their best to keep giving 110% but if we are to remain healthy ourselves to care for others, we need to pause and reflect on what MUST be done and what can WAIT.

I don't share this for sympathy or to upset anyone. I hare so you know that it's not that I don't WANT to write and maintain the blog with a few posts each week. It's the opposite. My prayer is, and always has been, for this blog, for this to be a place of encouragement and inspiration for all of you. As I wind down to wrap us up I realize its been 40 days of school, maybe this was our 2020-21 school year dessert? 

You are not forgotten my readers! I think of you often and when I share, I want it to come from my hearth, not to be empty words on your screen. I hope you are blessed by this post in some way and will send an encouraging note to your child or grandchild's teachers. Let them know you care, they are doing their best and giving all they have with such love, dedication, and compassion...it's unmeasurable!

Thank you for entrusting your children to their teachers! They are in good hands!
 

What's Up Wednesday: How is everyone?

Hello and how are you? It has been awhile, since September 14th, to be exact. I didn't not realize it ha been this long until yesterday. I'm thankful for all of you, my readers.

As I walked into school yesterday a couple sweet ladies stopped me after their walk, and before I went into school. They introduced themselves and we had a short and uplifting conversation. This is when I realized, or should say, "learned", I hadn't posted since September 14. ugh...I'm so sorry everyone. I could bore you with a list of why I haven't posted but instead, I'll apologize and try to do better about posting at least once a week.

Here's the deal, do you remember back in January when I chose my word and focus for year in 2021? After the burn out of trying to do it all last year, I have spent this year focusing on "Healthy Habits and Balance" in my life. In order to do this, not everything I used to do is getting done yet other thigs have blessed our lives and are filling in some of the gaps. Life is constantly changing and as my buddy Patrick reminds his listeners on his podcast often, "The only constant in life is change."

Rewind to December 2020, I spent time reflecting on my habits, routines, and mindset. Then, I looked forward to where I wanted to be in December 2021.

A few things came to the forefront:
1) I needed to prioritize my sleep
2) I needed to incorporate exercise at least 3 times a week
3) I wanted to grow my Epicure business

Looking back to January, then June when the 2020-21 school year ended, I'm doing better about balancing my schedule, sleep, and quiet time. I had a great realization, I can't do it all. Of course I still want to be able to do everything on my list but we are not designed to do everything, all of the time, for everyone. This is obvious to most people yet to some of us, it's difficult to accept BUT now that I realize this, it is easier to say "no" and "not right now" to the requests that take away from my focus. Am I still busy? Of course, but I enjoy busy and think in a way, thrive on it. I believe this is a family trait too, so it's in my genes.

The reason my blog and podcast have been sporadic, to say the least, is because these are the things I usually did early in the morning or exhausted before going to bed. This year, I make sure to get at least 7 - 7 1/2 hours sleep each night and to have at least 3 days of exercise. I'm getting in the groove and the routine is working itself out. I thought I had it figured out this summer and it was working great, but then it came time to return to work. Go figure.

Seriously, thank you for reaching out, for your grace, and most importantly for your encouragement. One reader's inquiry of "Where have you been?" and knowing the last time I'd posted were a nudge from God to pause and look at my schedule. I've felt the Holy Spirit nudging me to get back to my blog, and my podcast, at least once a week. As I turned and started to walk across the parking lot, I whispered, "Okay God, I'm sorry. I'm listening. I'm sorry. Thank you for this reminder."

And with that, I woke up this morning with anticipation to write this blog. As we move forward into the final months of 2021, I promise to do my best to be present at least once a week. Thank you for caring enough to inquire. 

How are you doing with your 2021 goals and focus?

Happy 46th Birthday Heidi....Always Remembered

Everyone remembers this smile! Birthdays are a big deal in this family, six years ago God gave you the best gift...our Mom. I miss you both so much! I remember this day so clearly! Happy birthday Heidi!

We always miss you...
We always hope...
We always remember...
We always love you!

Until we meet again... We formed a friendship and created memories in your short 18 years with us...these are moments I cherish and hold close.

I grieve the ones missed and on days like today, it's hard to focus on enjoying life when yours was cut so short. 

You are the best sister a girl could have and I'm grateful for the journey we had together and a long as there is breath in my lungs...you will NEVER be forgotten! Love you sis!

HAVE YOU MET FAITH?

 -Hello everyone! Summer is winding down and part of the country has already returned to school, with the remaining returning in the next couple weeks.

It's a bittersweet time of year for me. I miss the carefree days of summer (anyone else humming the song now? LOL) yet I look forward to returning to the routine, my school family, and investing in the future of our community by teaching our amazing students and getting to know them and their families.

This summer I dedicated a lot of time to establishing healthier habits I can continue while working full-time. I cleaned out closets, cupboards, and "stuff". We donated a lot and recycled even more. With our daughter on her own now, we repurposed her room into a multipurpose room: an office to work my Epicure business, an exercise room, a sewing room, storage, and a quiet place to have uninterrupted moments. It's a great room and allows hubby a space to enjoy sports and a get-away for me. It's a win-win!

If you follow the blog then you are familiar with some of the ways I share with others:
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1) This blog 

2) My podcast:  One Sister's Journey: Keeping it Real

3) An independent Epicure Consultant

4) Author

5) Speaker

6) Lead Women's Bible Study

7) Volunteer at local Food Pantry

8) Work full-time as a teacher's assistant at local school district

9) Building representative for our teacher's union

10) Young Living Independent Representative:
Join/Order Here: enter #799780 as your sponsor (that's me)
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11) PURE Independent Representative:
Join/order here: enter US11274170, Lisa Buske as your sponsor

10) ?? I'm sure there is something I missed, my family will be sure to remind me.  LOL

I share this to say, there is one thing I know with less than a week until school starts...

There are decisions to be made on how to spend my waking hours because my focus for 2021 is "Healthy Habits & Routines", in order to maintain this...SLEEP is important and necessary. With this said, there may be changes coming in the number of podcasts and blogs published and aired each week. Stay tuned for the new line up. How are you preparing
for the new school year & routine?

Even when you don't have kids in school,
this annual event can change your routine!

T.O.P.'s Tuesday: Planner Revision Released

Hello and Happy Tuesday everyone! I hope this day finds you healthy, happy, and ready to conquer the world. A special thanks to those who already ordered my 15-month calendar planner and the monthly planner. As I shared earlier this summer, I anticipated a few change but wanted to use it for a couple months and "work through it". I like the set up and for the most part, it flowed. This past week, I took out some of the cumbersome and repetitive sections that we really only needed once. 

The updated version should be available by the time you are reading this blog! Yeah! I've ordered a few proofs to check it out but will be using the first edition until they are gone, which will be a FEW months. LOL Let me know if you like the update ad if you could take a few moments to leave a review on Amazon, it is much appreciated and helps others find this planner and calendar.

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Savory Saturday: General Tao Chicken

One of my favorite Epicure meal packets is their General Tao. I make mine with chicken and it is SO GOOD! Each time I make it, I improve and my husband said this last time, "You've nailed it!" I count this as a win. 

I use my Epicure Prep Pro Chef Knife to cut the chicken, mix the seasoning in my  4 cup prep bowl and cook it in the amazing and easy to clean Epicure Wok!

It really is Raw to Ready in 20 minutes or less. Today I'm sharing a demo I recoded awhile back to show how easy it is to add Epicure's healthy, low sodium and low sugar seasonings and meal solutions to your routine and pantry. #wsite-video-container-146042672856023143{ background: url(//www.weebly.com/uploads/b/4792487-8833... } #video-iframe-146042672856023143{ background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/video... } #wsite-video-container-146042672856023143, #video-iframe-146042672856023143{ background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position:center; } @media only screen and (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), only screen and ( min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), only screen and ( min-resolution: 192dpi), only screen and ( min-resolution: 2dppx) { #video-iframe-146042672856023143{ background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/video... background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position:center; background-size: 70px 70px; } } If you want to learn more about Epicure,
host a cooking class and/or join my team.
Give me a shout, I look forward to chatting with youand sharing the amazing benefits of adding Epicure
​to your pantry, table, and home.