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Showing posts with label thankfulness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label thankfulness. Show all posts

Friday, June 5, 2026

I CAN SEE FOR MILES; Castle Rock-WA

June 4th: There really isn't much to say today - other than it's a busy Day. And another day where the posting with be another day late 📝📅

Holland treated his brother Mark to an In-N-Out Burger 🍔 for his birthday ✔️: Mark had never eaten one of those delicious things, so I'm glad the guys made time to make a Day of it, today.

In-N-Out Burgers, Ridgefield-WA from Toutle River RV Resort, Castle Rock-WA; 34 min (39.1 mi) via I-5 S

I as also glad that Holland would be out of house long enough for me to tackle washing the windows: they really needed it. I always wash my windows at least every Spring - and sometimes in the Fall, too … but, this new life I am living has a new routine 🤔, and things get done as they get done.

Today, the windows got done; as well as the laundry 😁

CLEAN windows - I can see for miles & miles. Whoopie!
The WHO - 'I Can See For Miles' 1968
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62ZJn0cTASo&list=RD62ZJn0cTASo&start_radio=1)

The Day was very busy.

The evening was slower, but still productive as I started a new project:

My Lion King  cat-napping ;-)
A new design with a new pattern st.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

THIS WEEK~Self-Care 2026; Castle Rock-WA

We drove into Castle Rock to grab a few things … and along the way, revisited the Arkansas Creek area - I like this short drive:

Deeper potholes …
Arkansas Creek; Castle Rock-WA
Arkansas Creek; Castle Rock-WA
Left to the rock pit & Right to the creek … we went right, and watched 2 eagles for a while. Holland says spring salmon are running now.
Arkansas Creek, & Castle Rock-WA

Walking the grocery aisles & enjoying the drive was fun; the fallout that followed was not. This entire region is his family stomping grounds, and everything connected to it (alcohol-drug-sex fueled memories, places that hold sad memories, people connected to those memories, ect.), just seems to bring the devil out in him - and he will work the bitch button until he gets the response he's aiming for.

WA State - especially this section of  it, is not good for him.

But, I didn't let the Redmill devils rattle my cage. I just distanced myself.

WA State - especially this section of  it, is not good for me: it's not good for US.

After getting back home and stashing the things bought …

Something new = keeping with the March Irish vibe ;-)

… we both went  our separate ways for the rest of the Day.

He's going to keep acting out the entire time we are in WA - and I'm going to ignore the tirades and keep working on self care: I've come too far in the rebuilding of my life to allow the self-destructive redmill bullshit, to make damaging in-roads, that will move progress backwards.

I'm going to move forward, thanking Elohim for what's He's done for me so far - and what He will continue doing for me, today & tomorrow. There is always something to be thankful: I am thankful the Day started out good. I am thankful for the drive I enjoyed earlier. I am thankful for the items we purchased. I am thankful that no matter how stormy Life gets … I am still breathing, and I know Elohim has a purposeful Plan for my Life.

The best way for me to deal with the stormy weather is to work it out … thankfully, I enjoy working out.

To get substantial health benefits, older adults need three types of activity each week: aerobic, muscle strengthening/toning, and balance activities. Doing activities of all three types is important for improving physical function and decreasing the risk of falls or injury from a fall. Adults 65 and older need at least 150 minutes of physical activity weekly, including activity to strengthen muscles and improve balance = 21 minutes, x7 days or  30 minutes, x5 days.

With all the walking I did today, I hit the “sweet spot” in regards to my daily steps = 8,780 steps, today (Holland did at least 2,000 of those with me, before the Day got twisted out of shape).

The Darebee “Strong & Beautiful” workout is an upper-body strength and tone routine using dumbbells, designed to build power, control, and muscle definition, & can enhance muscle tone, bone density, and balance. Seniors should begin with fewer sets & reps, then increase them gradually if safe to do so. For older adults, starting with lighter weights (1- to 5- lb.) dumbbells; and focusing on perfect form & controlled movements, is safer - this reduces strain on tendons, ligaments, and joints. Darebee’s programs are designed for progression, but older adults may need to slow the pace and reduce intensity to match recovery needs. Monitor symptoms: Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.

Muscles Worked.
Weights used; 5's interchanged with 8's, between workout sets.
Curls~6-10 reps x2Punches~8-12 reps x2Rows~8-12 reps x2Press~8-12 to reps x2Hold~8-12 reps x2

The Cardio Mini Cycle exerciser is generally safe for a 69 year old  woman: and can be effective for cardiovascular health, joint mobility, and lower-body strength; and to gain at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week. Start with short, low-intensity sessions of 5-10 minutes and gradually increase the duration as your endurance improves. You can split the total daily time into several shorter sessions, such as three 5-minute sessions or two 10-minute sessions. Focus on consistency: the key is to keep those joints and muscles moving regularly without overdoing it. Always listen to your body stop if you feel unusual pain, dizziness, or excessive fatigue.

For a 69-year-old woman, stationary cycling can be done for 15 to 20 minutes per session, x3 to x5 a week = You can split the total daily time into several shorter sessions, such as three 5-minute sessions or two 10-minute sessions.

When I went on FB to check out my Friend's Pages, a FB pop up's message, had perfect timing … the Day started well and ended sideways - but, by the grace of Elohim, I'm still golden 😉 Thank GOD for sustaining Faith!

We are going to be here until December - and possibly longer if Holland gets side-tracked with the nonsense and doesn't do what we came here to do. The months spent here will be like a trip to Hell. MPO I am going to need all the help I can favor from Elohim, the healing grace of Yeshua, and the discerning wisdom of the Ruach HaKo'desh to weather the incoming storms & stay golden - it won't matter what the season it is, the storms will blow through. It's the Redmill Way.

Thursday, November 23, 2023

THANKSGIVING~2023


There have been nights where I wasn't sure morning would follow … 🙏

I have had - and have gained - Friends who are more Family to me, than my original families 😘

I am living The Dream 😁


I am thankful Elohim loves me; and that Yeshua is my Salvation.

I am thankful I know Who I am - and Whose, I am: so many lost souls, do not.

I am thankful my Past was forgiven, and no longer exists. I am thankful the love and faithfulness of Elohim was with me every step of the way; & Yeshua supplied me with the love, and the tools, I needed to climb out of the shaky valley and stand on solid ground.

I am thankful my Present is lit with the comforting presence of Elohim, the unshakable love of Yeshua, the securing knowledge of the Ruach HaKo'desh … and the presence, love, and wisdom of a new Husband in my life ❤️ 

Merle Haggard ~'Thanking The Good Lord' song:
 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBNEm4VFR2Y)

A 3-cord is not quickly broken 🙏: and when we keep the Trinity at the forefront of our marriage 😘, we can survive anything Lucifer can stir up.

Ashford & Simpson - 1984 'Solid' Lyrics song: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24RsGOkjfr8)

Shania Twain - 'You're Still The One' Lyrics song: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMmqh4Ut_Uo)

I am thankful I have a Future to contemplate and look forward to, again. For so long I have just been coasting along. It is enjoyable to buckle myself in and enjoy the wild ride of Life, again 😁

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Hoquiam-WA ~ Thank You!

August 23rd: Blue was anxious to get outside this morning - he enjoyed his trail time yesterday afternoon, and wanted to get back at it again, this morning.

But mama needed coffee first.

And daddy added breakfast … which made him wait a little longer ;-)

When he finally got me away from Holland's attentions; and out of the house - he led me on a merry chase up one trail, and down another.

A Queen's Breakfast ;-)
Bleu barked a 'thank you' as he joyfully took me for a walk …
He led me down a path that wound through moss draped trees.
Down a new trail; we didn't have time yesterday to explore this option.
A patch of sword ferns.
Checking out the river.
5-ft. sword ferns! This fern tip is at the top of my head.
Jerking me along, 'com'on Mom!' ;-)

Sniffing around - and bouncing me along, he found a barely visible trail on the opposite side of the main center trail: so he took it.

A loop trail.
Smart Bleu ;-)

He finally wore himself down, and we dragged our tired tails back home - where another surprise awaited us: while we were gone, Holland had been busy :-)

While we were gone, Holland put his love in action!
Exile - Super Love
(Live at Farm Aid 1986):(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5gICfVPIq0)
Super Duper!!
A months ago, the Washer & Dryer had violently been shifted from their place; they still worked though even sitting cock-eyed … but leaning as they did towards my side of the bed, they made me nervous even though Holland said they were "solid".
Holland said he could "fix it": we just needed to sit awhile in order for that to happen ;-)
And he always surprises me with new foodie ideas; BLT with spinach, instead of lettuce. YUM!

I love my super-duper man.

I love my God, Who continually favors me - and gifts me with unexpected blessings.

Holland, is by far, my best and greatest gift in my new life.