Have you ever felt your cup "full to overflowing?"

God has shown Himself to me in such ways that overwhelm me. Everyday He shows me new ways to be a winner. Even though I'm not using all He has already given me, He is giving more. He wants my body, soul and spirit to be healthy and remain pure--

He wants me to succeed.

Monday is here already. I think the day has come for three-day weekends!

I'm getting back on target today; the weekend was lived somewhat sloppily. Sugar is now a daily battle. I love sweets---but they are doing such harm. To have the health I want, I need to go back to eating only fresh fruits as my desserts. I was very content, until I took that first bite!

Sound familiar?

This is a wonderful day. It is not only Friday; it is my husband's birthday!

Our youngest is going to lunch with him, then we are going out for lunch tomorrow. We will fully celebrate this grand event on Sunday with a grill-out. It will be spent in his favorite way--surrounded by his kids and grandkids, and me!

I am blessed to have a husband who has grown to become my best friend.

It's wonderful to be filled with renewed hope!

I know God has many situations come into our lives to allow us to become stronger and to grow in Him. In this past year, I've experienced several life-changing circumstances and soared through some--and struggled through others. I more readily notice the opportunities God puts before me.

It is a blessed reminder, "He will never leave me or forsake me."

I woke up with the new name for my blog in my head--Forty Day Breakthrough. (I don't know how long it will take to get it official, though!)

It's a joy to start a new day when the old day was walked in obedience. I feel on track again, and there is no better feeling. My head is clear, and my stomach is euphoric! I was showing little regard to God's desire for me to have wonderful health by treating my body carelessly (by overeating).

Maybe I just had a breakthrough!

It's a wonderful feeling to wake up with a clear head and a calm stomach. I haven't felt this way in some time.

It's always enjoyable to reap when the time of sowing was done correctly. This morning is an encouragement--letting me know there are big benefits in making right choices that are not fun at the moment, but have tremendous returns a little later.

Where is my focus going to be?

I'm a little out of order in writing my new post. Usually it is the last thing I do before leaving the house for work. (I had someone heavy on my heart this morning so felt the need to send a word of encouragement. As long as I was at the computer, writing my post for the day seemed the next thing to do.)

My daughter and I recommitted ourselves to eating only in ways that give opportunity for our bodies to thrive and reach optimum health. Though these special events in life will always be with us (open houses, weddings, etc.), they cannot be allowed to alter our path. We are reminded to stay the course......

......and finish well.