Let's take a moment and say a prayer for the people of Moore,Oklahoma.
Come and tip toe through the tulips with me...
Did you know that BREATHING DEEP is really critical to your health? I have talked about it many many times.
It's good to slow you down, it's good for relaxing, and finally for getting oxygen into the body.
Here is a note from Women's Day - People who meditated as little as 20 minutes a day showed changed in the amygdala, which regulates emotion, according to a 2012 case study. "These changes correlate with less depression and more happiness," says Gaelle Desbordes, PhD, a researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Now I am going to try it . My problem is taking the time to do it. If I had any tattoo on myself - it would be the word breathe - and I would have it on the inside of my left wrist.
Did you know BREAKING A SWEAT is also good news? Even a little exercise grows brain cells. A 2011 study showed that older adults who walked just 40 minutes a day three times a week reversed age-related brain cell loss.
Did you know to TOSS THE GPS? Research shows that older adults with better navigation skills have more gray matter in their hippocampi - and a decreased risk of dementia.
Do you have WEAK NAILS? Biotin is what you need - at least 2.5 milligrams daily says dermatologist Lenora Felderman, MD It will take 3 to 6 months.
PAPERCLIPS?
1`. Fix a hem
2. Repair eyeglasses
3. Dye Easter eggs
4. Close tea bags and other things.
Did you know the popular gem-style clip hasn't changed in over a century, since William D. Middlebrook of Waterbury, CT patented it on November 9, 1899. Why this shape? He designed it with round edges so papers wouldn't tear.
THE LAUGH:
THE LIFT:
I am praying for all those affected by the tornado. Taking some deep breaths does help. Even if we do it for only 5 minutes. Hope you have a terrific Tuesday!
ReplyDeleteI am praying for all of those in the path of the storms today, too. And the last quote is perfect. I do that every day. Sweet hugs!
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with the folks in Moore Oklahoma!
ReplyDeleteNature can be so beautiful and cruel.
ReplyDeleteMother Nature really hit hard in OK and I am praying for those people. Let's hope the president helps those like he does our foreigners. Charity begins at home.
ReplyDeleteLove the ladies hand comment. Ha ha
I know a number of people in Oklahoma (including a couple of blog friends) and all are OK, thankfully. My heart goes out to the people in Moore and the surrounding area.
ReplyDeleteIt is so sad that they are still searching for children in the tornado damage. My two oldest kids started elementary school in Moore.
ReplyDeleteYour advice on breathing is right on.
Let's share "The Lift" with politicians. I think they replace the word "kind" with the word "greedy".
ReplyDeleteBlessing to all our neighbors and family here in Oklahoma as we brace for round three of these terrible tornadoes. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
Praying along with you dear Sandie! Have a blessed day, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteYet another sad time !!
ReplyDeleteI used to have weak nails, I don't even know when they got better, but they did. :)
ReplyDeleteThe tornado was just awful, the aftermath even worse. :(
Prayer and positive thoughts for the folks in OK. What a terrible experience.
ReplyDeleteThe whole entry was an enjoyable read, but overshadowed by OK.
((HUGS)) to you from here.
Hi Sandie...
ReplyDeleteI'd like to try that biotin. My nails have never looked elegant. Never.
Yes, the devastation in Oklahoma is tragic. Little children died in such states of fear. It breaks my heart.
Take care and have a good day. Susan
Hmmm, I wonder if that biotin does it for hair too.
ReplyDeleteWe are all Oklahoma Sooners today...
ReplyDeletePraying for Oklahoma! I've enjoyed looking through your blog. Come check out Sunshine Pen Pals and join the fun!
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i love that last thought. let's all breathe deeply and meditate on that for a few moments...
ReplyDeleteI burst out laughing at the the one about a woman's hands. Still chuckling.
ReplyDeleteAnd the GPS one is one that I almost wrote a post about (and might yet write). My husband has always been a homing pigeon. He discovered after using a GPS a while that he was losing that skill. He got rid of it (gave it to me... another blog post) and says that his skills have come back.
And I, too, am horrified and praying for the people of Oklahoma.
My cousin has "just breathe" tattooed on her left hand. She suffers from bipolar. My navigation skills suck and I don't know how I'd get anywhere without my GPS. Praying for Oklahoma. :(
ReplyDeleteI've got to work on the deep breaths, but I'm doing great with the walking and the sweating. That is without the walking there would be no sweating! Praying too.
ReplyDeleteHey, I think kind thoughts all the time sheesh, nothing (well wait, I guess they do come my way)
ReplyDeleteI lovelovelove the LAUGH today!
THANK YOU FOR SAYING such nice things about my post!!!! *big smile on my face*
I have family in Oklahoma and they are safe!!
ReplyDeleteGee...I better meditate, and keep walking. I say GO for the tattoo!! LOL
Happiness IS a choice we each choose, so lets all be HAPPY!! and Breath!! Nice post.
Diana
Lots of good points today and I loved the laugh and the lift. Both are spot on.
ReplyDeleteHave a terrific day honey. Big hugs. ☺
So sad about the devastation there and loss of life.
ReplyDeleteHmmm. It's not too late to get that tattoo, Chatty!
ReplyDeletewe learned about the breathing thing when bob had his heart bipass surgery. and it doesn't have to be 20 minutes, just inhale as deep as you can, and exhale, putting your arms up over your head, do that 20 times a day and that will help a lot.
ReplyDeletealso we both do the break a sweat thing and that is a necessary thing. moving the body is what the body needs..... exercise is what keeps us going. and mopping the floor counts to, anything that ups the heart beat
Awesome tips dear. Joining you in prayer.
ReplyDeletesuch a great post!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI, too, join you in prayer for those affected by the storm in Oklahoma.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Jackie
Gosh Sandie - I just LOVE your posts. You always make me smile then I have to look around and see if anybody is looking at me smiling to myself! Thanks for the tip about weak nails, and all the other great reminders. Breathing deep now!
ReplyDeletePerfect thought at the end, Sandie. Just imagine how much better off we would be if we did think kind thoughts.
ReplyDeleteWe could never get rid of our GPS... Ours does a good job (thanks, Garmin) ---and we no longer have to depend upon maps --which I can no longer read--even with a magnifying glass... ha ha
I can do a good job with the sweating --when we work in the yard and also hike... Guess that is good for me... Now--I need to find out how to get rid of these horrible bug bites...
Yes, prayers for Oklahoma.. So very very sad.
Hugs,
Betsy
I need to remember to breathe more deeply. Thanks for the reminder!
ReplyDeletePraying for those in the storms of OK. What happened in Moore is just so hard to comprehend. Those dear little children. It's just heartbreaking.
Thank you for all the tidbits of information. Very helpful.
ReplyDeleteLove,Debby
I am going to have to make my treadmill walk longer, I walk 30 minutes
ReplyDeleteLove the rows of tulips!! Bet you did not know that back in the day I took a course on Transcendental Meditation...it was all the rage after the Beatles did it...
ReplyDeleteInteresting fact about paperclips. Who knew? I am going to think kind thoughts today. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out for people in Oklahoma.
ReplyDeleteIf my breathing was good I would be able to appreciate a lot more about what relaxation is. Don't get me wrong, I am still thankful and like to thank God for every little blessing.
I didn't find out about the people of Oklahoma until my drive home from the hospital last night. my heart goes out to them. And YES- already my life is changing with the birth of our first grandbaby!!
ReplyDeleteI am praying for all those in the path of these horrible storms. I know those who lost everything and those who lost loved one's will never be the same! Oh and yes....Breathe is so important...
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Linda
Praying for all those suffering from that terrible storm!
ReplyDeleteThe hands around the throat made me laugh out loud!
Thank you for this post on Oklahoma-our youngest daughter Rebecca, Josh and the new baby were traveling home to Oklahoma after Rebecca's graduation from LSUS. Because I35 was closed they had to spend last night in Arbuckle Oklahoma. My sweet little family lives in Chickasha Oklahoma. I am happy to report that they are safe as is the rest of Josh's family.
ReplyDeleteSweet Hugs my friend!
Jemma
Good Morning Sweet Friend... Oh how my heart jumped when I heard about the horrible tornado in Oklahoma, and that it had hit a school filled with children. How terrified they must have been. They are all in my prayers. Nature can be cruel.
ReplyDeleteLoved the use of paper clips. I hadn't heard of biotin. My nails are paper thin, I am going to give that a try. You teach me something new every time I pop over here. Thank you sweet friend. Hope you are having a glorious day. Many hugs and much love, Sherry
Sending prayers for those in OK
ReplyDeleteOk I breath each night I lay in bed and concerntrait on my breathing and I go for a "bike" ride on my Wii a few mornings a week can't do it on Saturday when I have Leo here or on Wednesdays when I have Summer here but the other days yeah I do it then.
ReplyDeleteI also have said a prayer for those affected by the storms in the US
I can hardly believe the pictures we're seeing from Oklahoma. And hearing that little kids lost their lives is especially tragic. I am praying with you. So, so awful.
ReplyDeleteI started biotin and folic acid about three weeks ago for my hair, nails and skin because a doctor acquaintance said these vitamins work wonders. We shall see.
What about a day of thinking kind things.
ReplyDeleteDeep breathing is always good.
Merle.......
I should try Biotin. I have healthy hair but terrible nails. I had never thought of deep breathing until I had Bronchitis and the nurse practioner told me to take lots of deep breaths. Thanks for all the info. you give us.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the deep breathing I do it every morning along with time spent in prayer and scripture. As for breaking a sweat...I do that to with out much effort. I hope my brain cells stay strong a little while longer :) I join with you in prayer about Oklahoma. :(
ReplyDeleteAs a rule, I personally, detest tats. I do like the idea of yours though!
ReplyDeleteMy thought and prayers are with Oklahoma.
ReplyDeleteI don't like the GPS. My husband is more reliable.
So sad what happened in Oklahoma. Learning to breathe to handle stress is a good thing, indeed.
ReplyDeleteSeeing the destruction and loss of life in Moore, OK, puts our problems into perspective.
ReplyDeleteMy biggest problem is that it is when I am breaking a sweat that I have the most problems breathing!!
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Hi..I've missed you! I am really falling down on visiting..please forgive me. Mercy, but I do love to visit you! What a joy!
ReplyDeleteNot exactly sure why I like to eat like that, but it's really nice now and then..
Is there any place we can really feel safe?? Those poor folks..what a terrible thing to have happen to them!
Where I lack in grey matter (due to the fact I use a GPS) I make up for in good breathing and exercise! I could use a dose of Biotin my nails are terrible!
ReplyDeleteI have read that when we yawn, it means we aren't breathing deep enough.
ReplyDeleteI like the "slow down and just breathe" advice. I think I need to do that every day. I taken biotin for my hair and nails (for over a year now) ..it really does work!
ReplyDeleteI had a friend in Colorado that taught you HOW to breathe properly. It's also good for toning muscles and losing weight. Yes, it does help! I didn't believe it either, 'til I had proof.
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