It is Sunday the day to reflect on the past week and the healthy things I did or didn't do.  I actually think I may spend too much time thinking or worrying about this subject.  I may live a little bit too much in my head and not spend enough time actually doing.  I did take two wonderful nature walks this week. I really enjoyed them and the pictures I took.  I went with a friend to a not so local orchard (it was quite a long ride but worth it) and got great peaches and tomatos.  My husband and I both enjoyed the tomato sandwiches we made.  It has been a long time since I have eaten one of them.

I am reading the Artist's Way and this week one of the things you are supposed to do is to stop reading for a week.  This is where I put my foot down and said enough is enough.  The author said there were people who really resisted this and I guess I am one of them.  I love to read and I don't think it stands in my way of being healthy or creative.  And that's when I decided I really know how to do both.  I know how to eat correctly, how to exercise correctly, I have the time to do both and so that's what I need to do.  I do think for me this weekly reflection, whether anyone else reads it or not, is helpful.  I know that when I write my Happiness Is.... on Friday it reminds me of all of the wonderful and special moments I experienced throughout the week so I am hoping that by writing Healthy Sunday each week I will continue to encourage myself to make healthy choices each day.  Do you have a routine that helps you stay healthy throughout the year?  Is there something special that you do each day that makes you feel better?  I would love to hear more about the practices that you have to stay healthy.

It is Friday and time to reflect on the things that made me smile or feel happy this week.  As many of you know, this summer I have been trying to find new places or things to do that are close to home.  On one of our recent rides we found another park with a meandering small brook that was really nice.  In the fall the colors will be spectacular so it is a place that we can enjoy for free that just takes a few minutes to get to.  Now we have three new places to visit and we are looking for more
Tuesday night we did something that still makes me smile.  My husband is in several bridge clubs and many of the men still play ball as well as cards.  They told us we should come watch their over 50's slow pitch game so we did.  It was so much fun to watch people doing what they love to do. Many of the men were in their seventies and had played since they were five.  They made have had a hard time running or pitching or catching but they were having so much fun and were so  supportive of each other.  There were only two good runners so they got a lot of exercise running for their teammates.  It was such a great reminder that you are never too young or too old to do what you love.  Have a great week full of happy moments and smiles.

It is Wednesday and today Jamie's Wishcasting question is,"How do you wish to spend some time?"  I wish to spend lots and lots of time having fun.  I want to be with people who know how to laugh and be silly and have fun. I want to see movies that make me laugh, read books that are uplifting, and listen to music that makes me feel energized.  I want to spend time enjoying the moment and savoring each special thing that happens everyday.  This girl just wants to have fun!!!

It's Sunday and time for me to think about what I did last week that was healthy and to set some new goals for this week.  On Wednesday I again said that I was going to exercise more and eat healthier.  I also said that I was going to blog about my results each Sunday and thus the reason for today's blog.  I would not say I was perfect from Wednesday until this morning but I was better.  We had a huge salad for dinner last night with grilled chicken and lots of vegetables.  I really enjoyed it and definitely will make more this week. I did add a walk or two so that's good.  I am also going to add at least two more walks this week which should bring me up to four or more.  I was hoping my puppy would enjoy walking with me but unfortunately this is still not her thing.  So I will keep working with her but I will also make time for walks just for me.  I'll listen to some music and enjoy my time outside which will have to be early morning or later in the evening since it is still so hot. I know that on Wednesday Ceanne commented that she rides her bike back and forth to work.  I think that is wonderful for so many reasons.  I'd love to hear what you do to keep yourself healthy.  I think I need some new and interesting ideas to keep this journey , which has been lifelong, fresh and new.  Have a great healthy week. 

It is Friday once again and time to reflect on the special or happy moments I experienced this week. I love water.  The other night we went to the lake for a quick supper and to just enjoy looking at the water.  I took this picture as we sat quietly just enjoying the scenery and I really like it.  I have found that my vision and what I see is different than many people.  I tend to see the big picture and not all of the small details that can make something very interesting.  But, as I am becoming more comfortable taking pictures I am also noticing the details that I used to miss.  So being at the lake, taking pictures and seeing the details made and continues to make me really happy.  I hope everyone has a great week full of happy moments.

It's Wednesday and time for Jamie's Wishcasting question.  Today's question is "Where do you wish to make a fresh start?"  Again, an easy one.  I want to really focus on myself and my health.  I am half way there but I need to put some more attention on what I eat and how much I exercise.  I know that eating whole foods and exercising on a regular basis will make me feel so much better.  So beginning today that is going to be a focus with me.  I am going to eat more vegetables and salads,eat more fish and drink a lot more water.  Right now I lift weights twice a week and practice yoga at least once a week.  I am definitely going to do yoga each day and add in a walk several times a week.  I have said this before but today I am recommiting myself to living a life that is full and healthy.  I am also going to go back to writing something on my blog each Sunday about what I did to keep myself healthy.  I would love for people to join me with their comments about what they did.  It would be great to start a simple online support group.  So if you work better with others, like I do, please join me on Sunday with a comment or two.  Have a great healthy week.

This week it is easy to write about what made me happy.  Just thinking about my conversation with my four year old grandson on Wednesday makes me smile.  His parents went to an open house at his preschool and as we were eating dinner he looked at me very seriously and said, "You know Nana I will be in college soon." I tried to be just as serious as we talked about how time did go fast but it would be awhile before he went to college.  Then he told me how after college he would have his own house and children.  He was going to have two boys and a girls and he said he wanted me to babysit for them.  I told him I would be delighted to babysit for his children.  So now I know that even when I am in my mid nineties I will be wanted and needed.  What could be better than that.  Have a great weekend!!

It's Wednesday and time to answer Jamie Ridler's Wishcasting question, "Where do you wish to send some love?"  The answer came quickly today.  To me - and then I started thinking but I really should send it here or there or anywhere but me because that sounds selfish.  I keep forgetting that I need to love myself first in order to love others.  I keep thinking that I can make others happy which is not really the case.  I can support their hopes and dreams and share in their happiness but I can't make them happy.  But I can send myself some love and take care of myself and make myself happy.  So today and everyday I am going to send myself some love.  How would you answer Jamie's question?

It's Friday and time to reflect upon the week and all the things that made me happy.  Unfortunately, all I can think about is how my cute little puppy has turned into a very high maintenance dog with shyness issues.  I know we will work through all of this but her problems have really changed my life right now.  She is fine with me but will not go to or do anything with anyone else.  We have started working with a trainer so hopefully that will help.  If anyone out there has an idea, I would love to know what worked for your dog. 
So after much thought about something other than Chloe, I realized we did have some really nice moments this week.  One in particular stands out.  It was really hot Saturday and we didn't do much so we wanted to get out of the house.  We decided to just take a ride going nowhere in particular.  We saw a sign for a park not far from the house that we had never noticed before.  We followed a long windy road to the park which was beside a great river.  There were swings (for adults) benches, tables, biking and hiking trails and not very many people.  It was a great find not but 10 minutes from the house.  If you are wondering if we just moved to the area.  No, we have lived here for at least 18 years but I have never heard of this particular park nor driven down this road which leads to a dead end.  So finding this little jewel so close to home made me really excited and happy. It was really fun finding such a hidden treasure.  What made you happy this week? 

It's Wednesday and time for Jamie's Wishcasting Wednesday. This is a practice I really enjoy because the questions always make me think and I come away with a greater appreciation of what I want for my life.  Today's Jamie asks, "What do you want for your creativity?"  I want to live a simpler but more creative life.  I want to slow down and appreciate the creative aspects of all that I do.  I want to surround myself with things that are simple but beautiful to me.  I want to share creative moments with friends and family.  I want to write and paint and take pictures each day. I want to  live a creative life that is full of learning, wonder and joy.  That is my wish today.