Happy Memorial Day, Everyone! I can't believe it; where did May go? It has been a whirlwind of birthdays, events, and planting season for us. It will be so nice to relax with family this weekend and remember what it is truly about. Yes, for many, it is a 3 day weekend, which is wonderful, but let us not forget what so many gave and continue to do to keep our country safe. Because of God's grace and their sacrifices, we remain the land of the free and the home of the brave. God Bless our Men & Women who fight so we can be free!
Below you will find some patriotic red, white, and blue graphic tees from Life is Good that would be great to wear all summer. Their tees are my favorite because of the cotton's quality and thickness; they are just so fun and cute to wear! Enjoy!
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I hope everyone has a wonderful Holiday weekend! I pray many of you can get together with your family and friends. This weekend is a time to be thankful for our freedoms that so many have died and fought for and still do... We Honor All Who Have Served! We should always remember our fallen soldiers and pray for those who are serving today! I am so thankful to live in this nation where I can live by my religious freedom and honor those who have fought for it and found America on Biblical values. We need God in America more than ever today! I just read this chapter today and wanted to share this verse, that many of you may know, but rings so true today. 2 Chronicles 7:14... "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." God Bless America! THANK YOU ALL FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY! God Bless You!
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Keeping your immune system strong is a must to fight off getting sick every winter. A strong immune system involves eating right and getting plenty of rest. I pray every night for my family's health and to keep our immune systems up. Of course, over the years our family has had an occasional cold and the flu, and so along the way, I have learned what can help us not get sick! Bacteria, viruses, and parasites are all around us. So, what can we do to protect ourselves? Here are some ways that might reduce your chance of getting sick, some are bad habits that a lot of people do every day and how to change them:
1. Don't wear outdoor shoes inside your home.
Everything you can think of that is on the ground outside is now in your house... bird poop, dog poop, engine oil, chemicals, gum, and so on.
Solution: Take your shoes off before you enter your home then place them on a shoe tray. Wash Your Hands after taking your shoes off. I always wash my hands when I get home from anywhere!
2. You place your purse, backpack, briefcase, coat, or anything on the ground… in restaurants, on planes, and in other public spaces. The reasoning is the same as wearing shoes inside your home.
Solution: I personally never put my purse on the floor or anything else. My lap is where my purse always goes.
3. You pump gas… then carry on with your day
You have no idea who last touched that handle. In six major U.S. cities, 71 percent of gas-pump handles sampled the highest levels of contamination.
Solution: Have disinfecting wipes ready in your car before you pump your gas, so you don't contaminate the container your wipes are in.
4. You bite your nails.
If you put bite your nails, and your hands or nails aren’t clean, you’re putting germs into your body!
Solution: Tried to stop and if you can’t, make sure your hands are clean, with proper hand-washing. Use a nail brush and clean under your nails, and wash your hands again and again!
5. Your dog or cat licks your face
A pet's tongue is not clean, due to the fact of how they use it to clean after going potty.
Solution: I know it might be hard because they are so adorable, but if you can, keep your face away from your pet. Also, wash your hands after petting them.
6. You never clean your cell phone.
Your phone is possibly the dirtiest item you own. That’s because phones are constantly in dirty hands and on dirty surfaces.
Solution: Wipe your phone's face with vinegar, and clean the rest of your phone with alcohol. All with a damp cloth.
7. Eat Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and veggies are loaded with vitamins and minerals that boost your body’s natural immunity. Try to fill half of your plate with live food... fruits and vegetables
8. Eat Probiotics
Probiotics in foods and supplements give your immune system a boost, which helps ward off and fight colds. Food such as yogurt, pickles, fermented fruits and vegetables, and sauerkraut.
9. Take Vitamin C Supplements
Vitamin C enhances your immune system, but you may not be ingesting large enough doses of vitamin C from foods alone, so taking a supplement of vitamin C may help.
10. Get Plenty of Rest
If you have a cold, getting plenty of rest is one of the best ways to fight it and reduce its severity. Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night to maximize health, but if you’re sick you might require additional sleep to recover from a cold or the flu quickly and prevent possible complications.
11. Drink Lots of Water
When you’re sick with a cold or the flu, dehydration is a concern. Drinking lots of water, clear broths, clear juices, or warm water with lemon helps prevent dehydration and loosen congestion. Aim for a minimum of 12 cups of fluid daily for women and 16 cups per day for men to ensure proper hydration and reduce the duration of sicknesses.
12. Ingest Selenium
Selenium is an antioxidant that’s important for keeping your immune system strong. Foods rich in selenium include Brazil nuts, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, wheat products, oatmeal, and brown rice. . Fruits and vegetables don’t have much selenium so taking selenium supplements can help you meet daily selenium needs to fight colds naturally.
13. Get Lots of Vitamin D
Believe it or not, vitamin D plays a crucial role in strong immune health. Many reports that people with vitamin D deficiency are more likely to get colds, other respiratory infections, and the flu. Vitamin D comes from sunshine and unfortunately, many Americans aren’t getting enough vitamin D from sunshine alone. That’s why vitamin D supplements are helpful especially during the winter months.
14. Use Garlic
Raw garlic consumption is helpful to boost your immune system. Its cloves can be helpful to fight off the common cold.
15. Avoid Processed Foods
Added sugar, gluten, and processed foods should be avoided because all of these can decrease the immune functions greatly. Many processed foods can provide nutrients and energy, but ultimately it leads to negative implications overall.
16. Avoid Tobacco Smoke
Smoking increases the risk of pneumonia and bronchitis as well as your vulnerability to lung function.
17. Drink Less Alcohol
Alcohol’s excessive consumption may increase the risk of lung infection and can weaken your immune system.
18. Manage Stress
Stress can change your mood and drains the body and mind. Opening yourself to stress also can open up your body to getting sick.
19. Regular Exercise
Regular exercise is great for your body. If you can’t do heavy exercise, even walking for around 30 minutes can make a difference to your immune system.
20. Pray
Prayer is always the answer to everything! Asking God to protect and reading His word is a great way to build your mental mind while getting closer to God as well! That is a win-win for me!
God designed our bodies to fight off sickness and disease naturally, without the need for medications. Keep your immune system strong with supplements, a nutritious diet, plenty of sleep, regular exercise, reduced stress, and an overall healthy lifestyle.
~Blessings for the Day ✞o Encourage your Life~
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Disclaimer: Nothing contained in this post is intended to provide health care advice, they are just suggestions. Should you have any healthcare-related questions, please call or see your physician or other health care provider.
I haven’t posted for a bit, not knowing what to write, and so I’ve been praying about when & what to say. My heart breaks to see our country hurting like this, and I want more than anything to share the love of Jesus during this time. HE is the only answer to all of the hurt, hatred, violence, and sin. As little children growing up in church, my brother, sister and I were taught “Jesus Loves The Little Children.” The words in that sweet hymn are so true, we are all His children and Jesus loves us and wants to comfort us... no matter our sins, color, or age! He Love Us All... red and yellow black and white we are all precious in His Sight, Jesus Loves the Children of the World. If we all could see each other and love as Jesus does us, this world would be a better place!
I have also turned my TV off and turned KLOVE radio on. Listening to Christian Music always helps me and He inhabits the praise of His People. Christian Music calms my fears and draws me closer to Him. I especially like the song by The Afters... I Will Fear No More. I know so many that are fearful of what is happening and this song speaks about our fear and giving the load to God... He will carry it for us if we let Him. I hope this song gives you courage and strength... as it does me. I have included a video below. I encourage you to listen to the words.
Every anxious thought that steals my breath It's a heavy weight upon my chest As I lie awake and wonder what the future will hold Help me to remember that You're in control
You're my courage when I worry in the dead of night You're my strength 'cause I'm not strong enough to win this fight You are greater than the battle raging in my mind I will trust You, Lord I will fear no more
I will lift my eyes I will lift my cares Lay them in Your hands I'll leave them there When the wind and waves are coming You shelter me Even though I'm in the storm, the storm is not in me
You're my courage when I worry in the dead of night You're my strength 'cause I'm not strong enough to win this fight You are greater than the battle raging in my mind I will trust You, Lord I will fear no more I will fear no more I will fear no more
No power can come against me 'Cause You have overcome No darkness can overwhelm me 'Cause You've already won No power can come against me 'Cause You have overcome No darkness can overwhelm me 'Cause You've already won
You're my courage when I worry in the dead of night You're my strength 'cause I'm not strong enough to win this fight You are greater than the battle raging in my mind I will trust You, Lord I will fear no more
I will fear no more I will fear no more I will fear no more
I will fear no more
Take Care Everyone! God’s Blessings
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