Seasons Change (And So Do We)

Greetings Friends~

It seems like it was just last week that I was making my New Year's resolutions and now it is April already. One day at a time, One Step at a Time, the calendar flies by.

I love this time of year for a variety of reasons, especially that the days are getting longer. I am a three season kind of guy. Well, maybe a 2.5 season kind of guy actually. I love March 1 thru September/October. The rest of the time I wish I lived in Palm Springs.

Anyway, this is my year. This is the year that I make myself better, both physically and mentally. So far, with three months gone by, I am on track. I may not get to the destination this year, or even next year, or possibly ever, but each day that goes by I am in a better place.

I am far from perfect though. Just when I think I have this thing called life figured out, something jumps up and surprises me. Physical and mental challenges abound but that's okay because it sure beats the alternative (death). There is no sense in worrying about those things that I can not control, especially since there are so many things that I could improve, which I do control.

My stress level at work the last month or so has been sky high and it is not likely to change until after the election in November. The saving grace for me is that I am able to burn away that stress, at least until tomorrow, by working out at the gym or by working on projects at home. Before, I would use food to make me feel better. I suppose that is still an option but not one that gets me any closer to my destination. I'm happy that food isn't the first thing I think of to elevate my moods.

Inspiration of the Day

It is not your aptitude, but your attitude, that determines your altitude. Zig Ziglar

Recipe of the Day

Here is a recipe, and a tip. Make this, enjoy a hearty meal, put the remainder into plastic serving sized containers and freeze. Now you have a quick easy lunch that is all ready to go. Just take it out the night before. Another benefit is this soup contains significantly LESS sodium than any store bought selection.
http://www.recipezaar.com/recipe/Diet-Soup-21892

Shopping Tips

Not the greatest week for shopping at area stores but here it is anyway.

Safeway has the following items on sale this week; Eating Right or Weight Watchers Smart Ones frozen entrees (selected varieties) for $1.88 each and deli counter turkey breast for $4.99 a pound.

Top Foods has the following items on sale this week; large navel oranges for $.39 a pound, tomatoes on the vine for $1.49 a pound, Fresh Express Baby Blend Salad Mix - buy one for $3.49 - get the second for free, english cucumbers or carrots by the bunch for $1 each, organic Cameo apples for $1 a pound and Oroweat Sandwich Thins or Mini Bagels at 2 for $5.

Albertson's has the following items on sale this week; Campbell's Select Harvest soups for $1 each, Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers without sauce for $1.29 each and Quaker Instant oatmeal for $1.40 each (must buy 5 to get this price) and Yoplait yogurt for $.50 each.

Today’s Link

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