I'm working hard on getting my (sixty year old body!) to respond to good mangement.

I have made so many mistakes (most of my life) in this area. It's amazing that my body is even responding to this late-in-life stimuli called exercise--but it is. God has given us an incredible "machine" called a body. You work out--it builds muscle. You work out--it creates more capillaries. You work out--body, soul and spirit are nourished.

I embrace each day as an opportunity to end the race well.

A busy morning awaits me at work (which will be full of deadlines).

I try to live a balanced life in spite of all the extra activity that seems to be screaming for my attention. I know I am to live in peace, and I know the Source of that peace. That helps to slow my anxiety down. I am carrying a lot on my plate right now, but some of it is temporary and soon to be behind me.

Life goes on, busy or not. Each day is a gift; open it with joy!

What a wonderful weekend. It was long and slow.

This is a busy week, but I hope to put "eating right" on the front burner. I gave in a couple times this weekend to a sweet I should not have had--of course, I now regret it. If only I could have the regret before I enjoyed the sweet treat!

Life continues on--and I am thankful.

This has been a "speedy" week with many (God-appointed) opportunities for me to grow.

I see how God is using all stations of my life to move me deeper into His presence, showing me the pursuit for happiness is found in my pursuit for holiness. My crazy days at work teach me this, right along with the wonderful books He brings my way, my friends, and what He teaches me through His Word.

I see how He is availing to me everything I need to "finish well."

I had computer glitches yesterday--oh, the joy of our modern day!

My body aches all over from its workout yesterday. I know on my own I would not push myself to have that level of a workout. When I think I can do no more, the wise instructor says, "Now, do eight more!"

Too often we give up too soon; we miss the fruit about to be produced.

What a wonderful day!

I am so enjoying reading Body by God. It is helping me put it all together--to live in such a way that every part of my life is pleasing to God. Throw yesterday away and start living today! I love the freedom that comes from a positive outlook.

God continues to teach me (praise God!) as I surrender my mind to Him.

(We're having computer problems again. It's a nuisance.)

The week is flying by but not in a rushed sort of way. Thankfully, the meetings have slowed down (and much fruit is taking its place). There has been so much uncertainty these past few months (years!) and seeing God work us through each step (of this seemingly endless journey) is such a blessing.

I praise God for the privilege of choice we have in this country, our beloved America.