The last few days have been hectic. I can see how people stray from their disciplines during times of uncertainty. But I can also tell you that it is possible to hold fast to what you know you should be doing in order to keep your mind about you avoiding the regret that will come later when the craziness subsides ... which it will subside.
One of the most valuable lessons I have learned in my life is the fact that the people and events of today will most likely not be in my life forever. There is no permanent human institution whether it is a building or a human relationship. Therefore, I have no need to allow what I don't like to turn me into what I can't stand. It's that simple to me. Hold the line.
Yuci's birthday was yesterday. She makes the most amazing cakes. There's this blueberry cake I have described in a previous post that will make you want to slap Betty Crocker. As weird as it may seem, she was going to make her own cake (because I am terrible at baking - ask anyone). When I got home from the VA, there was the cake sitting on the table ... but no icing. There was, however, the recipe for her newest icing on the counter ... so I attempted it. Unfortunately I also misunderstood it and made way too much ... which I used every bit of and made this huge white volcano ... I couldn't figure out how to use the food coloring so I cooked up some blueberries in butter and sugar and poured it over the cake ... Bang! Color! (I'll add some pics soon.)
Did I eat any? No ... I had what I call a slice of poultry cake. Yep, I ate on a chicken breast while every one else ate that cake. The success? It did not bother me...at all.
I have experienced a schlew of hunger responses during this trek ... but I have to tell you that they all subside. I am eating less, more often, and feel so much better. I still have a long way to go but am very happy for the gains I have made.
Guys, and ladies too, it's worth making the difficult start ... it really is.
There is a lot of other stuff going on, of which I will inform you the details soon enough. But life is challenging, family is a gift, friends are not to be overlooked, and God is good!
Till next time, thanks for reading!
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