HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE & if drinking be safe! Let's make 2011 a successful year for us!

Hey guys! Below I was trying to add a video of a man who is so afraid of spiders but I kept getting an error.

I will let you know when I figure it out. I will starting next week start using my YouTube account to start putting video on. Hopefully I can get the annoying roland on there...............

Annoying Roland Video - He is so afraid of SPIDERS!!!! LOL (Halloween)

This is so funny! Think I should send the video in to American Most Funniest Video????

TODAY I Want A Million Dollars!!!!!!!!!!!!

Insight for Today 12/29/10

The one important thing I have learned over the years is the difference between taking one's work seriously and taking one's self seriously. The first is imperative and the second is disastrous."

1919-1991, Classical Ballet Dancer

Update on my continuous heathly HCG weight loss program........

Hello everyone. My daughter and her family moved to CA so she can start a business of her own. My granddaughter stayed with me 9/16/10 till 12/16/10 so she can finished out her high school semester. During that time frame saw Halloween, Thanksgiving and some of Christmas holidays together. It was very challenging for me as I cooked her breakfast everyday and dinner everyday except for some of the days she spent staying the night with her girlfriends. I have so far managed to reach my goal of 140 lbs and also my second goal of 135 lbs. Now I have been managing between 135 lbs to 140 lbs during the holidays. I will be glad when the New Year Day gets here and looking forward for 2011 to be a better year for me. My third goal is to reach 132 lbs for 2011. During 2010 I had broke up with a long time boyfriend, lost my job, and my daughter and her family moved to CA and I am alone and still have not found a job in this economy. My son will be coming home 1/21/11 and we will try to re-connect with each other.

Below are photos that my granddaugther took of be about 2-3 weeks of me stilling managing my weight program. I look forward to 2011 to get back into finishing my self help program book and publishing it in 2011!

My New Dog - Panda Part 1 Photo's

My New Dog - Panda Part 2 Photos

He is a Shitzu male dog. Black and white and very properly trained dog for 7 years old. He follows me everywhere and loves his Snoopy Doggie Bed!

Christmas 2010 Video Part 1

I had fun recording my Christmas Videos!!!

Christmas 2010 Video Part 2

Feedback??

Christmas 2010 Video Part 3

Let me know your feedback!

Insight for Today 12/28/10

"It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret."

Multiple Olympic Gold Medal Champion

Insight for Today 12/27/10

"Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time."

1847-1931, Inventor and Entrepreneur

Insight for Today 12/23/10

"Learn to get in touch with the silence within yourself and know that everything in this life has a purpose."

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
1926-2004, Psychiatrist and Author

Insight for Today 12/22/10

"Do not wait; the time will never be 'just right.' Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along."

Napoleon Hill
1883-1970, Author of Think And Grow Rich

Insight for Today 12/21/10

"It doesn't matter which side of the fence you get off on sometimes. What matters most is getting off. You cannot make progress without making decisions."

Jim Rohn
1930-2009, Speaker and Author

Insight for Today 12/20/10

"Every decision you make - every decision - is not a decision about what to do. It's a decision about Who You Are. When you see this, when you understand it, everything changes. You begin to see life in a new way. All events, occurrences, and situations turn into opportunities to do what you came here to do."

Author of Conversations With God

Insight for Today 12/16/10

"When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps."

551-479 BC, Philosopher

Insight for Today 12/15/10

"Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody else expects of you."

Henry Ward Beecher
1813-1887, Clergyman, Social Reformer and Abolitionist

Insight for Today 12/14/10

"Let's choose today to quench our thirst for the 'good life' we think others lead by acknowledging the good that already exists in our lives. We can then offer the universe the gift of our grateful hearts."

Author of Peace and Plenty

Insight for Today 12/13/10

"Before you begin a thing remind yourself that difficulties and delays quite impossible to foresee are ahead. You can only see one thing clearly, and that is your goal. Form a mental vision of that and cling to it through thick and thin."

1880-1966, Novelist

Insight for Today 12/9/10

"Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them."

1902-2002, Businessman, Philanthropist and Author

Insight for Today 12/8/10

"Laugh at yourself and at life. Not in the spirit of derision or whining self-pity, but as a remedy, a miracle drug, that will ease your pain, cure your depression, and help you to put in perspective that seemingly terrible defeat and worry with laughter at your predicaments, thus freeing your mind to think clearly tow...ard the solution that is certain to come. Never take yourself too seriously."

Og Mandino

Insight for Today 12/7/10

"Asking is the beginning of receiving. Make sure you don't go to the ocean with a teaspoon. At least take a bucket so the kids won't laugh at you."

Jim Rohn
1930-2009, Author and Speaker

Insight to Today 12/6/10

"Even though you may not know how to achieve a lofty goal, set it anyway. You will be surprised at how inspired you'll be and you'll likely take action you wouldn't normally have taken."

Peggy McColl
Author and Speaker

Insight for Today 12/2/10

"Be of good cheer. Do not think of today's failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow. You have set yourself a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles."

Helen Keller
1880-1968, Blind and Deaf Educator

Insight for Today 12/1/10

"The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something. It's as simple as that. A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer."

Nolan Bushnell
Founder of Atari

Insight for Today 11/30

"Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision."

Three-Time World Heavyweight Champion Boxer

Insight for Today 11/29/10

"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."

Walt Disney
1901-1966, Cartoon Artist and Filmmaker

Insight for Today 11/25/10

"Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings."

William Arthur Ward
1921-1994, Writer

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU!!! AND HAVE AN AWESOME DAY!!!

Insight for Today 11/24/10

"I've always believed that a lot of the troubles in the world would disappear if we were talking to each other instead of about each other."

Ronald Reagan
1911-2004, 40th President of the United States

Insight for Today 11/23/10

"If you want to achieve excellence, you can get there today. As of this second, quit doing less than excellent work."

Thomas Watson
1874-1956, Founder of IBM

My granddaughter, Angelica, Part 2 Dance Routine!

My granddaughter, Angelica, had a Dance Concert last week!

Here is Part 1 of 2 shows she was in!

Insight for Today 11/22/10

"The most wonderful gift one human being can give to another, is in some way, to make that person's life a little bit better to live."

John Assaraf
Author and Speaker

My Second Time HCG Weight Loss Program!

UPDATE

I had reached my first goal of 140 lbs almost a month ago. Then I set my second goal of 135 lbs. I reached that goal yesterday 11/18/10!!!! Yes! Yes! Yes! Now I have set my third goal of 132 lbs! Can't wait! I feel and look so much better and love being able to fit into my clothes!

10 Health Benefits of Cinnamon

10 Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Studies have shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.

Several studies suggest that cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes.

In some studies, cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections.

In a study published by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Maryland, cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells.

It has an anti-clotting effect on the blood.

In a study at Copenhagen University, patients given half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning before breakfast had significant relief in arthritis pain after one week and could walk without pain within one month.

When added to food, it inhibits bacterial growth and food spoilage, making it a natural food preservative.

One study found that smelling cinnamon boosts cognitive function and memory.

Researchers at Kansas State University found that cinnamon fights the E. coli bacteria in unpasteurized juices.

10. It is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium.

10 Health Benefits of Red Wine

Not everyone chooses to drink alcohol, but those who do are probably smart to choose red wine. Every year, the research on the health benefits of red wine piles up. Wine has always been a staple in the human diet. In fact, scientists have documented red wine as far back as 5400 B.C.

Here are ten reasons to drink red wine (in moderation of course!)


Sleep
New research shows that red wine, especially Cabernet Sauvignon, Chianti, and Merlot, contains melatonin. Melatonin regulates the body clock, so drinking a glass of red wine before bed may help you sleep. Melatonin is also an anti-oxidant, which means it also has anti-aging and cancer preventative properties.

Longevity
A compound in red wine called resveratrol has been shown to increase lifespan in animal studies.

Brain Health
Resveratrol has been shown to protect against Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

Heart Health
Red wine has been shown to reduce the risk of heart and cardiovascular disease thanks to the resveratrol and other anti-oxidants it contains.

Lung Cancer
Researchers from the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain found that each glass of red wine per day reduced the risk of lung cancer by 13%.

Prostate Cancer
Four or more glasses of red wine per week has been shown to reduce men's overall risk of prostate cancer by 50% and the risk of the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer by 60%.

Breast Cancer
Moderate consumption of red wine is believed to lower the risk of breast cancer. However, drinking more than 1 or 2 alcoholic drinks per day appears to increase the risk of breast cancer in women, so moderation is key.

Colds
Researchers in Spain found that people who drank more than two glasses of red wine per day have 44% fewer colds than people who abstained.

Inflammation
Resveratrol has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which helps overall physical health since many diseases and ailments can be attributed to inflammation.

Cholesterol
Resveratrol has been found in studies to lower LDL cholesterol, while another ingredient in red wine, saponins, also have cholesterol lowering properties.

8 Health Benefits of Blueberries

8 Health Benefits of Blueberries

Cancer
Several compounds in blueberries are known cancer fighters, such as resveratrol, flavanols, and anthocyanins. One impressive study found that the phytochemicals in blueberries worked together to stop the growth and spread of triple-negative breast cancer, a type of breast cancer that carries a poorer prognosis than other forms of breast cancer.

Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers believe that consumption of blueberries may help prevent the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease. One recent study found that consumption of wild blueberry juice improved memory in seniors.

Hepatitis C
Studies have found that a chemical in blueberry leaves can slow the progression of disease in people infected with hepatitis C.

Heart Disease
The antioxidants and many other wonderful properties of blueberries all contribute to a stronger heart and cardiovascular function.

Urinary Tract Infections
Studies have found blueberries to be potentially helpful in preventing urinary tract infections by inhibiting the growth of the bacteria that cause these infections.

Cholesterol
Studies in mice have found that a compound in blueberries lowers consumption as effectively as statin drugs but without the side effects.

Blood Pressure
Animals studies have found that blueberry consumption helped to regular blood pressure.

Antioxidants
Blueberries are full of antioxidants and phytochemicals that help prevent disease, including anthocyanins, a potent antioxidant that helps to reduce inflammation.

Health Benefits of Artichokes........

There are many ways to reap the amazing health benefits of artichokes. While many people's favorite part is the heart, it is the leaves that contain many of the artichoke's powerful health benefits.

There are ways to cook an artichoke, such as steaming or braising, so that the entire thing, stem and all, can be consumed. However, even eating just the meat of the leaves and the heart will provide benefits.

Here are 8 reasons to add more artichokes to your diet.


High in Antioxidants
A study done by the USDA found that artichokes have more antioxidants than any other vegetable and they ranked seventh in a study of the antioxidant levels of 1,000 different foods. Some of the powerful antioxidants in artichokes are quercertin, rutin, anthocyanins, cynarin, luteolin, and silymarin.

Cancer Prevention and Treatment
Studies done with artichoke leaf extract have found that they induce apoptosis (cell death) and reduce cell proliferation in many different forms of cancer, including prostate cancer, leukemia, and breast cancer. An Italian study found that a diet rich in the flavanoids present in artichokes reduces the risk of breast cancer.

Increased Bile Flow
The pulp of artichoke leaves contains a polyphenol antioxidant called cynarin which increases bile flow.

Good for the Liver
Thanks to cynarin and another antioxidant, silymarin, artichokes are very beneficial to the liver. Studies have found they may even regenerate liver tissue. Artichokes have long been used in folk and alternative medicine as a treatment for liver ailments and the scientific studies are now proving them to be correct.

Better Digestion
Artichokes help the digestive system. They are a natural diuretic, they aid digestion, improve gallbladder function and, as mentioned above, they are of great benefit to the liver.

Hangover Treatment
Thanks to their positive effects on the liver, many people swear by artichokes as a hangover treatment. Instead of the hair of the dog, try the leaves of an artichoke.

Cholesterol Reduction
Ingredients in artichoke leaves have been shown to reduce cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase. They raise good cholesterol (HDL) and lower bad cholesterol (LDL).

High in Fiber
One large artichoke contains a quarter of the recommended daily intake of fiber. A medium artichoke has more fiber than a cup of prunes.

Should you buy or sell gold? Article from Robert Kiyosaki - Conspiracy of the Rich

"Today, gold is on everyone's mind. Many say gold is in a bubble. Some say it's time to sell, not to buy. Personally, I'm not buying much more gold and silver because I have enough. But you might want to know why I'm not selling."


– Excerpt from Robert’s Conspiracy of the Rich bulletin.

Read the rest of Robert’s thoughts here

Insight for Today 11/18/10

"Every memorable act in the history of the world is a triumph of enthusiasm. Nothing great was ever achieved without it because it gives any challenge or any occupation, no matter how frightening or difficult, a new meaning. Without enthusiasm you are doomed to a life of mediocrity but with it you can accomplish miracles."

Og Mandino
1923-1996, Author of A Better Way To Live

Insight for Today 11/17/10

"Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate."

Dr. Albert Schweitzer
1875-1965, Medical Missionary and Nobel Prize Winner

Insight for Today 11/16/10

"Dwell not on the past. Use it to illustrate a point, then leave it behind. Nothing really matters except what you do now in this instant of time. From this moment onwards you can be an entirely different person, filled with love and understanding, ready with an outstretched hand, uplifted and positive in every thought and deed."

Eileen Caddy
1917-2006, Spiritual Teacher and Author

Insight for Today 11/15/10

"Here's the problem. Most people are thinking about what they don't want, and they're wondering why it shows up over and over again."

John Assaraf
Speaker and Author

Insight for Today 11/11/10

"Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up."

Thomas Edison
1847-1931, Inventor and Scientist

My Halloween Decorations 2010!!!

I love doing Halloween Decorations and also Christmas Decorations! Since I am a grandmom I just love doing it for the kids. Kids love it and they have fun! Here is two right now!