Patriotism for EVERY DAY

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NO, it is not Memorial Day or the 4th of July! Often we take for granted the country we live in and our freedoms, but many men and women have paid dearly for us to have the lives that we have–the freedoms that many people in the world do not have. We are a Blessed People!  Take a few minutes today and silently thank these patriots.  It’s not much to ask for the price they paid.

This was sent to me recently  and I would like to share it with you.

Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who
signed the Declaration of Independence?

Beautiful Hair Every Day

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Wouldn’t you love to have beautiful hair every single day…like the day you leave the beauty salon and an expert has styled your hair? It might be easier than you think!! Here are a few tips:

Do not wash your hair daily. Wash 2-4 times weekly. Daily washing can strip your hair of the natural oils your hair creates to keep your hair hydrated. When washing, massage your scalp. This massaging relieves stress and promotes blood flow, which can help with hair growth and strengthening the roots of hair.

Wash your hair with lukewarm or cool water. Hot water strips the moisture from your hair and cooler water seals in the shine. Before conditioning, gently squeeze out excess water—this excess water will dilute your conditioner.

You Were Created For Success

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I’ve got a little sign on my shelf and when I noticed it today, I thought of you.The sign says…

“Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you think, and  smarter than you think.” (From Christopher Robin to Pooh)

If you have kids you know how important it is to constantly remind them that they are smart and talented and beautiful… and just basically all-around GREAT! It’s easy to be an encourager to little ones. To build them up and point out all the good stuff they do…and the more you do it, the more they thrive.

But somewhere along the line, as we get older, we stop hearing it. Now instead of walking into a room and being greeted by big smiles and words to build you up…people are quick to point out your flaws…your shortcomings and failures. And very quickly you find yourself feeling small…inadequate… more like a ZERO than a HERO.

Are There Good Fats?

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For years we have been told that FAT is our enemy and to avoid it!! But did you know that there are healthy fats that are essential to our health? These are Omega-3 fatty acids. EPA and DHA -and are primarily found in certain fish. Our bodies need these essential fatty acids to function but they also provide some great health benefits.

So what are the health benefits?

*Supports cardiovascular health

*Lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglyceride levels

*Increases HDL (good cholesterol)

*Supports normal blood pressure levels

*Supports Healthy Brain Function

*Boosts immune system

You can see from these positive benefits that most of us can benefit from Omega 3—and especially those of us with heart problems. I read in Web MD that we should have 2-3 servings weekly of anchovies, bluefish, herring, mackerel, salmon (the wild rather than farmed is richer in Omega 3s), sardines, sturgeon, lake trout or tuna.

Penny Wise Pound Foolish

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We have all heard the old British saying—“penny wise pound foolish”. This means we might focus on saving pennies that in the long run cost us larger amounts of money. We all want to save money, but don’t forget the larger picture.

Okay, I admit it!! I have been penny wise and pound foolish. My mother was very economical. She had to be!! My dad did not have a high paying job and for years she couldn’t work because my little brother was sick and his medicines were very expensive. My mother knew more ways to cook a pound of hamburger that were delicious than you could ever imagine.

I guess I learned from my mom and I shop for good sales and most of the time, I get great deals and save a lot of money, but sometimes my desire to be thrifty outweighs my better judgement. For instance, I might not purchase a favorite fruit or vegetable because it is expensive….but will turn around and buy candy or cookies or cake!! Those items are not good for me and if you figure the price per ounce, the cost can be quite expensive. I would have been better off with my favorite—watermelon—even though it was pretty pricey!

There is HOPE

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Thomas Jefferson once said…

“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.”

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, Napoleon Hill, Earl Nightingale… they all stressed the importance of having a…POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE.

And God gives us a pretty clear list of the type “stuff” we’re supposed to think about when the Bible says…

“Whatsoever things are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, of good report; if there’s any virtue, and if there be any praise… THINK ON THESE THINGS.”

Count Your Blessings!

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We celebrate American Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year. We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation.   On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson.

From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, but did not become a federal holiday until 1941. Today we celebrate July 4th with many festivities ranging from parades to fireworks, cookouts and family gatherings.

You Could Be At Risk For Heat Exhaustion

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With many of us experiencing extremely high temperatures–and in Florida we have high humidity—we want to be sure you stay safe. It is the time of year for outdoor activities, but it is essential that we all take precautions!!

Have you read our blog article ‘Are You Ready For Summer?’

I recently received an informative magazine from our local hospital and wanted to pass along some info on Heat Exhaustion. It could never happen to you or me—right? We are all vulnerable.

Heath exhaustion occurs first but if left untreated or ignored, it can progress to heat stroke, which is a serious and potentially dangerous heat injury. So let’s all be aware of these symptoms of heat exhaustion: