It seems lately I have been having a harder and harder time battling my inner demons. I often wonder why I cannot be that fun out going person I was between the age of 18 and 20. It seems as I get older my anxiety gets worse. I am slowly starting to forget things, and when it comes time to make those phone calls I panic. The anxiety I have I wish on no body, it seems lately I have been having attack after attack and when I take a xanax for it, it only last a little while before I have another one. Small things are triggering them, and I am to my wits end. Have you ever felt so hopeless in your own body? Sure I am trying to live healthier, and I am working out daily, I would have thought this would have helped some. But it hasn't, as I sit here and type this, my stomach is turning. It is often hard for me to discuss the issues I have with my loved ones, I have only just recently really opened up to my husband. We have been together for 12 years now, and it wasn't until almost 7 … [Read more...]
Happy Father’s Day
I want to take the time to wish all those men out there that have stood up to the plate to be there for their children. I hope you all have a very blessed day, you deserve it! HAPPY FATHER'S DAY … [Read more...]
The Key to Losing Weight Successfully is Water
While there are many keys to losing weight successfully, one of the main things is WATER. Did you know most Americans don't drink the amount of water their bodies need daily? To find out how much water you should be drinking take your weight and divide it by 2... that is what you should drink in ounces everyday. If you struggle to lose weight, start by drinking at least 100 ounces of water daily. Make sure to add ice, COLD water will make your body work harder to warm it up, thus burning more calories. With struggling with my weight for a long time, I have since learned some little tricks. Drinking water will make your body feel fuller through out the day, so you will eat less, and we all know if we eat less we lose weight. Losing weight can be a challenge, but if you put your mind to it you will see results. I know some people will look at the scale and get depressed, I have learned not to let the scale control me. If I see an increase on the scale I just work that much … [Read more...]
Internet Marketing
Most of us know that to become successful in what we do we have to market. With the internet being so big today, and social media being a huge hit, it's in companies best interest to use internet marketing. Once you start to market your company online, you will notice a big difference in not only traffic, but sales. If you're a new business to the internet, and all the internet marketing talk makes your head hurt, you can always look into companies such as AdvantageMarketing, these companies do all the hard work for you, and before long you will start seeing results. When looking into a marketing company, I suggest you see what they have to offer you. Some companies will offer you only SEO marketing while others may offer social media marketing. Building up an online community can take some time, however, it's all worth it in the end. I have found that once your community is built up, you can keep it going strong if you keep your social media channels active. By keeping clients … [Read more...]
Follow My Weight Loss Journey
I have been really depressed about my weight recently. I guess you can say I hit rock bottom. Although, I am not at my highest weight, I have lost 30 pounds I am still up there. My goal is to drop about 150 pounds. Yup, 150 pounds I will be working on shedding from my body. I know this will not be easy, I know at times I may relapse, however I know deep down I can do this. I will be blogging as I go on The Neat Things in Life. This will help keep me in check, and will help hold me accountable for things. I will be logging my food intake on the computer, and I will also be taking measurements and weight weekly. I am scared to step on the scale because of fear of the weight being higher then the start weight. I know after the week is up once I take my measurements I will see a difference! I am doing small things to see huge results. I am trying to drink 120 pounces of water a day, as well as counting those calories. Every 40 minutes I get up and lift weights and get my body … [Read more...]
Weird Summer
The weather has been extremely strange lately. We go from having a very mild winter, to having an even milder summer. Here in Tennessee the weather is usually in the high 90's. However, it has been only getting into the mid 80s. We have seen some pretty hot days, but not like it usually is. I was talking to my husband about the odd change in weather, and we're both thinking before long the US's seasons will be flipped. Being back in Michigan, it was beyond weird not having much snow. I went and bought my daughter snow pants, and she wore them maybe once or twice. I hope Tennessee gets some snow this winter, so she can wear them then. Has the weather been different in your area of the world? What are you thinking is going to happen in the next 10 years? … [Read more...]
Purchasing Comforter sets or Bed in a Bag?
My daughter is finally in her own room! YAY, however, she is lacking a pretty kid friendly bedding set. I have been debating on whether or not to get her a comforter set, or a bed in a bag. I want to get her something that isn't to kiddy, and not to plain. Something that will stick out and match her personality and be good for awhile. Something that makes her room feel like more than a bedroom. I don't want to make a purchase she will not be happy with. I know it is bedding she will be just sleeping on it, however, I disagree. A nice bedding set helps set off a bedroom. Yea, you may only sleep on it, but when it comes to a bedrooms decor a bedding set is much more than just something you sleep on. It helps set the room off, and make it into your own. I think finding the perfect bedding set for a child's bedroom is extremely important. I know my daughter spends a lot of time in her room. It is her place to get away from everyone, while listening to music and playing online. So I … [Read more...]
Fancy Mailboxes Around The Neighborhood
How many of you have drove around the neighborhood just to check out the fancy designer mailboxes? On my trip to the store I pass several, a few include ones that look like fish, trucks, and even one that looks like a crane. Some of my favorite are those ones in cased in bricks. With school being out it means we will be once again replacing our mailbox. The kids around here think it's funny to go around with a bat and doing drive by smashes on the mailboxes. Since living here we have had to replace our mailbox atleast six times. I am about to get a infrared video camera installed, so I can report them. I don't think those kids realize how annoying and expensive it is to keep having to replace them. I am going to get smarter then them, and have my husband install one of my favorite fancy ones... Then when they hit it with a bat, they to will feel the pain. The guy down the road put metal bars around his. How many of you have had your mailbox smashed in? How often does it … [Read more...]
Lawn Care Comparison of Bluegrass vs Fescue Grass
Growing any successful lawn requires care and maintenance of some degree. Watering, fertilizing and other soil amendments are necessary for any variety of grass species. Mowing practices of most people can vary in frequency and cutting height, some types of grass can benefit from unique mowing practices for the species. While there are many standard lawn care practices, in a comparison of Bluegrass vs Fescue grass there are several key differences. Comparing Bluegrass vs Fescue Grass Watering Practices Most varieties of Bluegrass can enter dormancy if not properly watered. They have little to no tolerance for dry conditions. A regular watering schedule that provides adequate moisture without drowning your lawn is ideal. Fescue grass differs very much in this regard. While Bluegrass has little drought tolerance, Fescue is quite capable of standing up to dry spells. If you're in a humid climate that offers moderate night time dew, then watering may not be needed very often. Dryer … [Read more...]
Overcoming Problems With Credit
The current state of the economy has contributed to problems with credit that many people face today. Late or unpaid bills will obviously cause problems with credit. While this goes without saying, the absence of a loan history can also cause credit problems for many people. The absence of credit can put a hold on any financial action for new acquisitions. If you simply have no credit, then there are two options to pursue. You can use collateral such as a car or property. This is the fastest solution if you need a loan quickly. Although this is a timely method, you may not feel comfortable with this. Another great way to eliminate credit problems of this nature is to establish new credit. A high risk loan can be obtained to build initial credit. The interest rates will be high. This makes a small loan amount ideal. A small high risk loan office will regularly report your payments. This will build your credit quite efficiently. Be sure to choose a reputable loan office and confirm … [Read more...]
