Avocados Good for Liver Function

If you’re on medications that cause stress on your liver, dip into the guacamole!

Studies have shown that eating just one or two avocados each week can boost your liver function in as little as one week. Avocados are a cholesterol-free, sodium-free, low saturated fat food with only 5.0 grams of fat per serving (20% of the fruit).
It’s believed by some that avocados protect against heart disease and some cancers.


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Note: If you have a parakeet, please keep the Avocado away from your bird. Avocados are poisonous to birds. That includes guacamole or anything made from avocados. 

Creating a positive day means taking care of yourself. That includes eating healthy foods and drinking LOTS of water. Don't like just plain water? Then add a few drops of lime or lemon juice. The water remains sugar and fat free while having a "kick". I like to add the lemon and lime juice or wedges to my ice cubes. As the ice melts it gives a nice flavor to the water.

8 days and counting

Today was one of those days I had all planned out... you know the type of day when the "To Do List" is full and the pencil is sharpened ready to mark off each task. Well, what I had planned was not what God had planned. My headache was the worst it's been in a while, and I injured my ankle a few weeks ago....it was really swollen today. Therefore, instead of finishing my to do list....I knew I'd be confined to the sofa all day.
I was thinking that the day was a total waste...I wouldn't get anything done on my list....until I remembered that my list doesn't really matter. I was to accomplish what God wanted me to do....not some list I concocted.
So, I started rethinking my "To Do List". Rather than what I thought I had to accomplish today, I consulted God on what He wanted me to do. When I changed from "my list" to God's list....the day was much better!
What was on God's list? Extra prayer time. Recently a few people asked I pray for some special requests. Being able to spend time discussing those issues with God was a good use of my time.
As the day progressed, God sent some special blessings my way. I received a nice email. And later in the day I received a package from Hawaii!! A package brightens anyone's day! And since this package was from some very special friends—it made it even better! (A big shout out to Hawaii—Thank you VERY MUCH!!!)
So, my "To do list" remains full. But personally, today turned out to be a special day.

If your plans need to change, don't consider the day a loss. You can still create a positive day by allowing God to direct your plans.

9 days and counting

Nine days until back surgery #8. At this point, I'd like it to be over, but I should make good use of the 9 days. I'm very thankful for GREAT doctors on my team. Over the past 9 years, I have seen many doctors, and I've heard many stories of doctors who don't care or listen. I've been very blessed with a great chiropractor, Dr. Moore at Moore Health Chiropractic, and a great pain management doctor, Dr. Dallas at Illinois Pain Institute.

This back surgery is "minor" compared to some of the past seven. It's a day surgery...so I should be able to sleep in my own bed that night. That is something I don't take for granted. If any of you have slept in a hospital bed, you know they can be uncomfortable. God enabled me to get a Select Comfort Sleep Number bed a few years ago, and it's just WONDERFUL! Being able to adjust the firmness whenever I'd like, is not only fun.....but makes the bed perfect for resting. Max even likes playing on the bed. 


As I look out the living room window...the leaves are all gone. They were beautiful shades of yellows and oranges this year. Of all the Seasons, I wish Fall lasted longer. The color are so pretty, but disappear so quickly. Guess it's a good reminder to enjoy today—things change so quickly.
Time to take my own advise and ENJOY today! 

Create a positive day....is a daily action. Although you created a positive day yesterday, today is a new day....one waiting to be created! Have fun creating a positive day!

Blessings Celebration Day!

Just wanted to let you know about my Blessings Celebration! I started the day thanking God for His goodness and all the blessings He has sent and continues to send my way. Then I spent time writing notes and emailing people to let them know that they are blessing in my life. I also was able to attend 100 Years of Broadway at Paramount Theater in Aurora, IL.

 When I arrived at the show, I learned that I was given complimentary tickets! The staff wanted to me enjoy my Blessings Celebration!! How cool!! The show was very good. The performers had all worked and sung on many stages, including Broadway. There was a good mix of songs from a variety of shows. And the performers could sing! The Ushers were all so kind. Since, I had to stand during the entire show the Ushers wanted to make sure I was as comfortable as possible. At intermission, one Usher even got me a "booster seat" so I could rest my foot on it. It was just what I needed to make standing easier. After the show I was able to get the performers autographs on the program. To top it all off I was given a CD of the singer I enjoyed most!

Most of you will ask, isn't your pain level high? Yes, it's unbearable. But in a few days..okay it will be more like a week or two....my pain level will settle back down. But the fun I had today will live on in my memory. Each time I listen to the CD, or think of today, I'll smile. I'll think of how God continues to bless me....even by allowing me to attend the show for FREE! That was an AWESOME blessing!!
So, the next year is about to begin......and I'm looking forward to counting all the blessings God has in store for me!!

Counting My Blessings!