Poison Ivy
By Sunkissedthought · July 6, 2010
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Poison Ivy Plant, brush against it a be prepared to have possibly a few weeks of feeling uncomfortable. Currently nursing my significant other after his contact with poison ivy. I decided to post of few pictures of the plant as well as some precautions you can take.
Spring Summer
Protecting yourself against getting poison ivy...
1. Learn to identify what the plants look like and stay away from them
2. Wear long sleeves, pants, socks, closed in shoes when entering an area that you are not sure if it is present
3. Wear gloves when working in area that it may be present, cutting down trees, bushes, etc.
4. Apply a barrier cream such as Ivy Block, if you think you may cross paths with this plant
5. Beware around ponds and streams
6. Wash skin immediately if you think you have come in contact with this plant
7. Be mindful of where your pets roam, the oils can be carried back by your pet and passed on.
Other helpful tips and information on poison ivy can be found at www.poison-ivy.org and www.mayoclinic.com.
Resource: Wikihow and Poison Ivy.org
Lexi's new favorite...Chef Michael's Canine Creations
By Sunkissedthought · June 22, 2010
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A few weeks ago, we surprised our little Lexi with a new little treat. We began to introduce her to the world of Chef Michael's Canine Creations. And let me tell you, she loved them. Chef Michael creations are now one of Lexi's favorites. If you've never seen the commmercial for these wonderful dog meals check it out below.
15 years a go...God gave me another precious gift...my daughter Deja
By Sunkissedthought · June 17, 2010
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By Sunkissedthought · June 9, 2010
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Choose You is a movement created by the American Cancer Society that encourages women to put their own health first in the fight against cancer. The movement challenges women to make healthier choices, and supports them in their commitment to eat right, get active, quit smoking and get regular health checks.
The Choose You Movement shines a light on a hidden issue: that while one in three American women will get cancer in her lifetime, about 50% of cancer deaths could be prevented if more emphasis were placed on early detection and healthier lifestyles including maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise and avoiding tobacco.
In the constant struggle between family, work and self, we know how difficult it is to focus on oneself. To help change this, American Cancer Society has developed the Choose You Commitment. Powered by stickK, this online program provides tools and support to enable women to commit to and achieve their personal health and wellness goals. Research shows that individuals who receive support in making positive choices are up to 5 times more likely to maintain healthy habits. The Choose You Commitment provides this support.
By making a Choose You Commitment today, you are helping to change the focus and make personal health a priority — and helping in the fight against cancer.
Flirty Friday: Fall In Love With You Again
By Sunkissedthought · June 4, 2010
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One of the most essential things we must own is confidence. When we don't have it we never achieve our true presence. Ever wonder why some people are said to have the 'IT Factor' that "je ne sais quio". It starts with your unique raw beauty and your ability to embrace it, your heighten sense of self awareness.
Feel the breaths, the rise and fall of your chest, the air as it enters and exits your nose.
Your assigment if ou chose to take it is:
"Fall in love with you again"
Supplies needed:
Full length mirror
Good lighting-natural lighting if possible
You bare- that's right naked
Positive attitude
To Do:
Disrobe
Stand in front of the mirro
Take a good look at yourself from head to toe
Take a moment to take you all in, bask in your unique beauty
Drag your hands over your body, starting at the top of your head, following all your curves, notice everything, end at your toes.
**Now in doing this exercise there may be some things that you like and some other things that you are not that happy about. At this point...
Close your eyes take a few deep breaths by inhaling through your nose and exhaling out of your nose very slowly
Open your eyes continue to take deep breaths but this time plae your index finger/pointer finger of your left hand under your nose and place your right hand over your heart.
Feel the breaths, the rise and fall of your chest, the air as it enters and exits your nose.
In this moment be thankful for the breaths that you are taking. Be grateful for the breaths that are giving life to your body.
Smile you are alive!!
Now let's repeat a previous step...
Drag your hands over your body, starting at the top of your head, following all your curves, notice everything, end at your toes. This time really take pleasure with every touch as you explore your body.
Embrace your raw breauty!! Begin instilling appreciation of your body in your thoughts.
Simply love yourself!!!
Now that you are given yourself permission to simply love yourself as you are. Take note of anything that you would like to change and what you can do through a natural process to improve. If there are things taht you would like to change butt know that it is one of your unique qualities, remember just that...it is what make you unique and embrace it as that...one of your unique qualities and move on to makeing steps to improve those things you can change.
We all have unique qualities and those things that we simply have not given enough attention to that allows us to be our best selves. In this moment forgive yourself for not giving your body the attention it needs and take the necessary steps to do something daily to be your most fabulous self.
This exercise is suggested for you to take a moment to remember to love yourself by embracing all of you but taking step to create behaviors that will exude your best you daily.
During this exercise you took time to reconnect to your breath, that which gives life to the whole you, not just the external but the internal. Beginning to build your confidence one step at a time, developing your 'IT Factor'.
Stay tuned for the next Flirty Friday that will focus on your internal beauty.
Until time next time reconnect with yourself daily through your breaths and takes step each day to present your best you!!!
Comments from previous blog location:
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:29:13
This is a really great post! I have been struggling with my confidence/self-esteem since having a child. I am going to do this assignment!
And thanks for stopping by my blog today!
Have You Ever...
By Sunkissedthought · June 3, 2010
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Have you ever watched the snow fall and create a beautiful image naturally...
Have you ever awakened to the warmth of the sun's rays...
Have you ever had a picnic by moonlight...
Have you ever shared a moment with your significant other in the rain....
Have you ever let your body feel the music...
Have you ever blown someone a kiss...
Have you ever got lost in a book...
Have you ever stopped to enjoy the beauty of life...
Have you ever had your significant other wash your hair...
Have you ever witnessed love...
Visit Mama Kat for more of her wonderful writing prompts!
Comments from previous blog location:
Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:20:57
I am pleased to say that yes, actually, I can, for most of those things. Though maybe not enough. Beautiful pics
Fri, 04 Jun 2010 03:19:34
Loved your Have You Ever post as well as the one on Time. I have such a personal connection with what you have said about living intentionally. I have spent so much time on autopilot that I am truly trying to notice things of nature and GOD at work! Thanks for the visit and comment!
Friendly Life Reminder...
By Sunkissedthought · June 3, 2010
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Time is one of the most precious things we have and if we don’t do all that is possible in our time we lose it and it can not be regained. I always remind people to think of that when they put off spending time with family and friends. Or doing the simple things like enjoying the sunshine, the rain, the change of seasons, sharing hugs with a love one, exchanging a smile with a stranger, and the list goes on.
It was once said not to regret the things that you have done but live your life so that you will have no regrets of the things that you didn’t do as time goes on…
Simply put spend time with yourself to gain focus on your purpose…live in it…develop yourself continuously…never stop loving, learning and sharing your most fabulous you. And most importantly live intentionally…..
“Life isn’t about finding yourself, its about creating yourself”….George Bernard Shaw
And as you create yourself deposit blessing into others through your love, support, understanding, friendship and sometimes even guidance…
Enjoy this wonderful day!!!
Wordless Wednesday
By Sunkissedthought · June 2, 2010
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Moments of Intimacy Love & Kinship
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By Sunkissedthought · May 18, 2010
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Take Action There are many ways you can take action in response to HIV/AIDS:
- get tested for HIV
- practice safer methods to prevent HIV
- decide not to engage in high risk behaviors
- talk about HIV prevention with family, friends, and colleagues
- provide support to people living with HIV/AIDS
- get involved with or host an event for HIV Vaccine Awareness Day in your community
Follow the link to learn more about HIV Vaccine Awareness Day
