Take Five

 A new week, and today, here in the Southern hemispheres, the days are slowly growing longer again.  This week I want to challenge you to make a few changes.  Five days, three daily changes, each one from a different area of your life.  Small changes can add up to big results over time.  Some of these changes may even begin a new habit for you.  So today, how about reading that one book you have been meaning to read, yet somehow you have been putting it off.  I know I have such a book next to my bed.  So, tonight will be the night.  Instead of watching my usual program, I am going to start on it and by Friday or Saturday, it will be done. That takes care of the mental area of my life.  

Now, health-wise, I think it is a good plan to cut out sugar for today, at least for the rest of today. Maybe I will try it tomorrow as well.  It is amazing to see just how much sugar we use daily.  Cutting out sugar can really make a big difference in a person's life.  

The third change for today will definitely be to take a walk.  Instead of collapsing on the nearest chair when you get home, how about putting on a pair of comfortable shoes and take to the road.  You don't need to do more than 30 minutes of walking to experience its invigorating effect.  Take your dogs along for the walk, they will certainly love it.

There you are, three little changes, but they are filled with feel-good effects.  Reading that book, cutting out sugar, and taking a walk, what can be easier.  Have fun!  See you tomorrow for the next three little changes.

Spread your wings....and read!

This year I am sharing a few thoughts or ideas to help us live this year to the fullest, to make this a year of remarkable living.  Join me here for an astounding journey through 2015.

I love reading and I love the feel of a book in my hands.  There is something magical about opening a book and the rustling of the pages as I turn them.  I get lost in a book.  I spread my wings and fly off to far distant places!  Unfortunately, I do not have a lot of time to read and before I know it, I have a pile of  'want-to-reads' on my bedside table.  Instead of taking one of the books that might require a bit more concentration, I take a quick-read book for that half an hour before sleep overcomes me. So last night I decided to make a plan - I am going to commit to reading a chapter (at least) a day and steadily work my way through that stack.  I am aiming to finish at least 12 of them this year.  I won't bore you with my list, but I will share it with you at the end of the year  for those who are interested.
Do you have a book or two that you have been meaning to read, but for some or other reason never seem to get to it?  I uhm...happen to
know that my sister has a couple of those as well!!!  Well, maybe, by committing to a chapter a day, you (and I) might just finish one or two of those in 2015!

Remember, this is the year for you to SHINE!

Feel free to share with us what books you are planning to read this year, and if you want to post your review, please do so.  I would love to hear from you.