HealthyLiving Forum Posts (4,775)

RE: whats that youre eating?

I just picked blackberries too, but they are so plump and sweet, they required absolutely no sugar!
I freeze them for my smoothies and add them to my cereal.

Just finished a bowl of Kashi brand "Cinnamon Harvest", certified "organic" whole wheat biscuits (like shreadded wheat). Woven into the center of each biscuit is a fusion of cinnamon and organic evaporated cane juice crystals. I added some "Nutty Nuggets" and poured Soy Milk over top and tossed in a handful of the blackberries.

Nutritious and Delicious!!

RE: Something I have been pondering

Please read my thread titled "This Kind Of Love".
Perhaps it will help you.
It is about precisely this kind of situation.
HL

RE: major policy change

I have to agree with shippy on this one.
I was reading along, having a hard enough time believing what I was reading to be true, when I read McCain's name. The personal attack, typical of politicians today (make the other guy look bad to make us look good) made the article not believable at all! Very easy to see through this propaganda.

RE: Hi everyone...xoxo

Marty, you have such a beautiful heart! How wonderfully thoughtful!
Wish we all could! It would be a blast and such an act of love!!!

Can't think of anyone who would be more deserving to receive this act of kindness!

We all love you BEB!!!

RE: Set in your ways due to living alone

bodhi plays clarinet too?

Maybe we can have a jamm session when I arrive!

u-turns back to the house to get clarinet to take on the trip to Oregon.

RE: Whats the best thing someone ever did for you...?

Last November, a new friend had enough Faith in me, encouraged me, believed in me, and loaned me the money to buy my Peterbilt. I have only known him for a few years.

I have helped thousands of people throughout my life. I have taken hundreds into my home who were homeless. I have given to others in abundance.

It has never come back to me until now.

It made me cry, to know that someone believed in ME, like I have believed in so many others.

RE: Set in your ways due to living alone

Would you like to move to America and be my roomate??!!!
Your rules are just like mine!
No, we are not difficult to live with. Common sence and caring about yourself, others and your environment, groom you to do these things NATURALLY... Without being asked to!!!

So many still Don't Get IT!!!

RE: While Americans suffer.......CEO'S rack up

It is so sickening to me, what they are doing. Greedy and Selfish!!!

They do not care for the needs of others. It's a crying shame!!!

Makes me so sad to be an American.

This should not be. We should love one another and share our wealth with those in need.

It will be the devistation to our Nation.

Be assured, the Greedy are Laughing All The Way!!!

RE: Hi everyone...xoxo

BEB, I was just reading the news about your area. Of course I sent up prayers for you and your family!!! It is so devestating, what has happened to Iowa. It really saddens my heart.
I am glad to see that you are alright.

I would like to ask all CS'ers who have FAITH, to please pray for those in Iowa. With all of the chemicals in the floodwaters, it will be awhile before the total dammage is assessed. Please interviene in whole hearted prayer, that dammage will be minimal. Iowans are some of the BEST people in our Nation!!! They are really different than people in the rest of the country. They do not deserve this!!! They have had their hardships in the past which has made them strong. I lift up all the families and loved ones in Iowa. I pray for their safety and that they will be in good health. Protect them Lord from ALL of the dangers. God is Faithful and will do more than we ask or imagine!!!

Thank you for our Friend, BlueEyedBlonde and her family. She is such a joy to all who know her. A faithful and sincere one. Thank you that they are alright. Continue to protect them.

Amen!

Inner Peace

I center myself in the love of God and open my heart to peace.
As I enter the sanctuary of my soul in prayer, I let truth illumine my mind: God's love is the source of all good, and, therefore, the source of true peace.
The desire of my heart for peace is not limited by any external appearances or needs. In the midst of any discord or upset, regardless of what is happening in my life or in the world, I center myself in the love of God and open my heart to peace.
Strengthened by the power of pure love, I respond rather than react to life's challenging moments. Free from self-centered opinion or concern about potential outcomes, I am at peace spiritually. I make right choices calmly and thoughtfully.
With a pure heart, I live a life that is serene and secure. I am one with God's love.

"Pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart."-2 Timothy 2:22

RE: US congressman moves to impeach Bush

ooby, I do not see how you are surprised!
I have made it very clear that I am a Ron Paul supporter and a Libertarian AND that I can not stand the Socialist Hitlary!!!

I am not a member of ERA nor a womans liber. I am simply a woman who has done what it takes to survive in this world, without a man to support me, just like many others have.

I would never vote for someone due to gender or race. I will vote for who has the interest of the people at heart and whom I believe will help us return to our Constitutional foundation.

A woman of intelligence would never do such a stupid thing!
I don't have petty jealousies and whatever the task is at hand, I do get the job done.

The prize can be deceptive! Things are not always as they seem!

RE: OCD....anyone???

Sure!

And when we're through with my session, you can lie on the couch and I will take notes!

RE: OCD....anyone???

I do this with my towels also!

I do lots of things which many would try to categorize as OCD.
I watched something recently on this and my daughter said that I was. I refuse to wear this label!!!

About 25 years ago, I kicked my sister out because I went to the freezer for icecubes for a drink and the trays were in the freezer...
EMPTY!!! Many people have done this to me and it drives me NUTS!!
(I now have icemakers in the freezers) I never run out of ice!

When I put dishes in the dishwasher, all the forks go in one section, spoons, knives, all in different compartments. Hey, it makes them easy to put away. Large plates all go in the same rack, then the small ones. Larger items to the rear. Top shelf must have the same size glasses in the same row, etc. Put something out of place and you will hear about it! Everything is perfectly organized in my home. I hate it when someone tells me they can't find something in my kitchen. It's so easy!!

In my closets, all of the clothes are hung according to what type of apparel and what color they are. Shoes of the same color go on the same rack also. Everything is nice and neat. Easy to find what I am looking for.

My roomie drinks from a plastic glass (her own which she brought with her), of course I lectured her on the dangers of plastic even though her defense was that she investigated the number of the plastic before buying it and it was "safe".
I bought her a coffee mug which says "Trouble Maker"

I am NOT OCD and neither is Shippy!

Tip: Mileage Boosting Secrets of the Pros

Absolutely! Tire pressure was mentioned in the 3rd sentence.

Tip: Mileage Boosting Secrets of the Pros

You can save a buck on every gallon of gas with a few tricks of the driving trade. With a gallon of regular nearing four dollars at many pumps, most of us are looking for ways to get more out of what we've got. But, once you've already tuned up, checked your tire pressure, and are driving less what else can you do? Well, here are five clever fuel conservation secrets I recently picked-up from a real pro... a friend who drives a gypsy cab in San Francisco. (The fuel savings calculations are courtesy of AAA.)

1. Use your cruise control. This little piece of technology is much better at controlling speed than any human foot. Today's advanced cruise control devices can also optimize fuel/air mixture and other aspects engine performance.
Potential Savings 15% to 20%

2. Shift Into Neutral Slipping your automatic transmission out of Drive at stoplights and on long downhill sections keeps the engine from fighting against your brakes and gravity. At a stoplight, an idling engine is still connected the wheels, which you're holding still via the brake. Your engine's energy just creates heat by stirring the transmission fluid. Shift into neutral, the motor will experience less drag and use less fuel. When going down long grades or hills, shifting out of drive keeps the wheels from pushing the engine and burning fuel unnecessarily. Use this technique only if you can maintain positive control of your vehicle and drive in a safe manner. (NOTE: Coasting down steep grades in neutral may actaully be illegal in some states.)
Potential Savings 11 to 17%

3. Change your air filter The more air an engine gets, the more efficiently it runs. Changing a filter with scheduled service is rarely often enough. In the spring, when pollen fills the air, an air filter can lose as much as 50% of its efficiency is just a couple of weeks. Filters are generally inexpensive and most are easily changeable.
Potential Savings 7% to 17%

4. Close your windows The additional drag created by open windows or a sun-roof can significantly decrease gas mileage, particularly at freeway speeds. As TV's Mythbusters proved, it's also better to drive with the pickup tailgate up, rather than down.
Potential Savings 6% to 14%

5. Wash your car Just like the windows, anything you can do to increase the smooth flow of air over your car reduces drag and thereby increases gas mileage. A clean car always drives better anyway.
Potential Savings - 3% to 7%

What Has Made YOU More RESPONSIBLE?

It is good that many of us have learned that the only way to get anywhere is to be responsible and do it ourselves, work for it, as you have stated.

What about people who think everyone OWES them something?
Those with VICTIM mentality?
Those who carry deep BITTERNESS within, who play the BLAME GAME?

Not everyone has arrived to the level of Responsibility they should be at. Not everyone has OVERCOME the burdens which have been laid on them.

I believe that as Responsible Overcommers, that we should be here to encourage those who are still struggling. Not an enablers, but as a strength, to show them a better way, to share our stories that they may know that they too can Overcome lifes difficulites and be responsible and have JOY!

This is why I post these types of interacting threads. Not for the purpose of exposing the faults of others, that they may be rediculed!!!
I would hope that to NEVER happen on these threads. But that we may be able to help others to live in the FREEDOM which was ment to be theirs!



Now Indy, I would like you to think on this...
In reference to your last statement,
"(on a side note, when I hear people ask presidential candidates, "what are you going to do for me?" I ) How pathetic..."
Noooooooooooo!
These politicians are elected by the people, for the purpose of representing the people and the desires of the people. It is all about what they are going to do for US if elected!!! Too many politicians as of late, have NOT listened to the people. They are doing whatever they want, not what the people want.
In this light, I would ask you to reconsider your statement.

RE: ---"Harmony---

Exactly what I was going to say!

All things working together for GOOD!
Creating the SONG of Life...

I would also add SPIRIT to the list above.


And yes Cusp, it does = Serenity, Peace, and Tranquility!

This Kind Of Love

Hope your recovery is going well!

I thought there would be more food for thought posted in this thread.

RE: love

This is probably the truest expression of the ins and outs of love which I have ever heard expressed on CS.

Most EXCELLENT dear one!!!!

Thank you so much for sharing and I hope that many will read this and gain the knowledge intended through your words.

It would do good to also post this in the International Forum!!! Please?!
HL

RE: Any one planning to visit Turkey Beaches this summer?

I have an adopted Turkish son. I have pics of him and his beautiful girlfriend on the beaches of Turkey. He has recently graduated college in Germany... Law School. He is now a Lawyer. But he has to do some time in the Turkish Military so he will be gone for awhile. He is also in a rock band. I am so Proud of him!!!

Congrats Christopher Stehbach!!!!

This Kind Of Love

Trish, I am sure you must have some words of wisdom for us concerning this matter.
Please give it some thought and come back to post when you get time.

RE: Prayer

Well, so are the Ken's and Shelia's, and lass' and georgeous', and SFs, but some are men, not ladies!
Many here love God!

RE: i'am getting cut cut cut....

Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar!!!

You can find it at the Health Food Store.

2 tablespoons Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar
2 tablespoons Honey
Fill 8 ounce glass with distilled water and stir good

Drink this 3 times a day.

It will cure your stomach ulcer.
Also can cure Rhumatoid Arthritus in 5 days!!!

If this seems a little strong to you, try using 1 tablespoon of ACV and
1 tablespoon of honey with the 8 ounces of water. When you get used to it, after a day or two, then increase to 2 tablespoons of each.

This Kind Of Love

Completely wanna give my love
Completely
I'd rather be alone than
be in love just half the
way
I want to find someone
that I can trust
completely
Wanna give my heart completely
To someone who'll
completely give their
heart to only me
And when I find that one
That's when I'll fall in love

Chorus:
Completely
Not half but whole
With heart and soul
Completely not in between
But everything
Completely
That's the way it's got to be
The way I want someone to
Fall in love with me

Forever wanna feel the world
Forever
And know there'll be
Somebody there forever
By my side
And when that feeling comes
That's when I'll give my love

Chorus:
Completely
Not half but whole
With heart and soul
Completely not in between
But everything
Completely
That's the way it's got to be
The way I want someone to
Fall in love with me

It's all or nothing at all
For this heart of mine
And I won't give up
This heart till the day
I find
Somebody who can be
Someone who loves me

Chorus:
Completely
Not half but whole
With heart and soul
Completely not in between
But everything
Completely
That's the way it's got to be
The way I want someone to
fall in love with me



The song is "Completely" by one of my Favorite Artists...
Michael Bolton!!!


This is the kind of Love I am waiting for, and Nothing less than this, will I settle for.
I feel it is important that we do not COMPROMISE what we truely want. If it's not ALL there... Get Rid Of IT!!!!
We are searching for and waiting for our HEARTS DESIRE.
Give your heart nothing less than what is seeks, in ALL its FULLNESS!

Please share your thoughts on this.
Also, share your struggles, consequences, hurts, due to settling for LESS in past relationships.

I think this will help ALL of us.

Please share

RE: Medical Breakthrough

I took it and it is available to ALL without prescription!!!

I AM ADDICTED...











To JESUS!!!

GET HIGH ON THE MOST HIGH!!!

RE: WHICH PRESIDENT SHOULD BE JAILED AFTER HIS PRESIDENTIAL TERM?

LOL

So far, the pole shows 100% of the votes reflect that GW should go to Jail, go directly to Jail, do not pass Go and do not collect Presidential Retirement!!!!!

RE: Have your views changed?

Funny how that happens.

That's why we really should let time bring us together with others, and be flexible. So often we want to put people in boxes due to a comment they have made. We need to realize that the one statement does not make up the whole person. Also, that person may change in time, to be someone who really tugs on our heartstrings.
Sometimes differences help us to examine ourselves, that we may make changes.
It works just as well when we think we really like someone when we first meet them. As we get to know more about them, we see that we can't stand them, ha ha ha! So... the saying "Time will tell" seems to be a good rule of measure. We should not be hasty in our decision of who a person is and if we like them or not.
That's why the forums are good for finding out where people really stand, watching their interactions with others. See how they handle themselves in different situations.

RE: The Price of Tomatoes

This is true.

I am growing my own. And my neighbor down the road shares with me, the veggies he grows that I do not have.

I think they sabataged the tomatoes on purpose, to see if it could be done. Next, they will infect them with the Aids Virus and kill us all!!

Grow your own!!!!

What Has Made YOU More RESPONSIBLE?

I am hoping that more of you will respond to this thread.

I would like to hear your stories.

Obama Is Just Like Bush!

It's so sad, isn't it!? It just aint even right!!!

They won't even allow an honest person who is for the people, to gain a fair chance at getting elected cos they control the media too!