I couldn't be more proud or attached to you, my SMCT 2009 online group.
Whether you've been involved for a quarter or a year, I sense the growth and courage that has occurred with each week. In fact, I've been very encouraged to meet many of you lately at my events.
I love knowing that we come from all walks of life with individual needs as well as gifts to give.
As you've personally or publicly expressed your gratefulness toward me, please know that you keep me coming back. You encourage me with your words AND your successes. I am also touched by the way you encourage and lift up each other.
You be encouraged my friends and sojourners. I look forward to quarter four: The 12 weeks before Christmas--I'm hopeful that we can finish together strong during the last quarter of the year which is so renown for stealing our money, calories and time! Amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Final Word of Encouragement
I couldn't be more proud or attached to you, my SMCT 2009 online group.
Whether you've been involved for a quarter or a year, I sense the growth and courage that has occurred with each week. In fact, I've been very encouraged to meet many of you lately at my events.
I love knowing that we come from all walks of life with individual needs as well as gifts to give.
As you've personally or publicly expressed your gratefulness toward me, please know that you keep me coming back. You encourage me with your words AND your successes. I am also touched by the way you encourage and lift up each other.
You be encouraged my friends and sojourners. I look forward to quarter four: The 12 weeks before Christmas--I'm hopeful that we can finish together strong during the last quarter of the year which is so renown for stealing our money, calories and time! Amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Whether you've been involved for a quarter or a year, I sense the growth and courage that has occurred with each week. In fact, I've been very encouraged to meet many of you lately at my events.
I love knowing that we come from all walks of life with individual needs as well as gifts to give.
As you've personally or publicly expressed your gratefulness toward me, please know that you keep me coming back. You encourage me with your words AND your successes. I am also touched by the way you encourage and lift up each other.
You be encouraged my friends and sojourners. I look forward to quarter four: The 12 weeks before Christmas--I'm hopeful that we can finish together strong during the last quarter of the year which is so renown for stealing our money, calories and time! Amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Final Call Info!
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 179830
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged--and do your 7 days of assessment, kneeling prayer, and planning to end the quarter strong!
Becky
Playback Access Code: 179830
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged--and do your 7 days of assessment, kneeling prayer, and planning to end the quarter strong!
Becky
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
4th Quarter SMCT in 2009
If you still need or want to sign up for the 4th Quarter of SMCT in 2009 call Reggie at 800-444-6189 or click here!
Last Week of Quarter Three: Reports and Responses
Your turn to talk to me! I'm looking for your reports and responses from 3 months of saving money, calories, and time. So please come prepared to the phone call to share 2 or 3 sentences--your "pits" and "peaks". We'll share a high and a low...and then I'll share a word of encouragement to get us through the last week of the quarter.
I also would LOVE for everyone (I think there are almost 90 of us in this quarter) to share on the blog...what worked for you, what rating you would give yourself, what is the hardest part of saving money, calories, or time!
Come on everyone--let's end the quarter strong!
Be encouraged,
Becky
I also would LOVE for everyone (I think there are almost 90 of us in this quarter) to share on the blog...what worked for you, what rating you would give yourself, what is the hardest part of saving money, calories, or time!
Come on everyone--let's end the quarter strong!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Week Twelve: All's Well that Ends Well
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 660516
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Playback Access Code: 660516
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Week Twelve: All's Well that Ends Well
We have just one more week in the third quarter of Saving Money Calories and Time in 2009! And as I have closed each month with a catch-all-phrase, I never realized that this trendy tip was from a William Shakespeare play. Wikipedia describes the quote in this way:
All's Well That Ends Well is a play by William Shakespeare. It was probably written between 1601 and 1608,[1] and it was first published in the First Folio in 1623. Though originally the play was classified as a comedy, the play is now considered by some critics to be one of his problem plays, so named because they cannot be neatly classified as tragedy or comedy.
I had originally chosen this phrase because I thought we'd all be encouraged by the thought of how nearing the end of the quarter can and should be viewed as a positive race to the finish. But after reviewing the play notes, I realize that the message Shakespeare was giving had more to do with getting to the end no matter the means. Which, of course, most of us perpetually find ourselves repeating the same silly habits and getting the same silly results--that don't usually result in lasting change...until WE change.
Friends, I am asking you to consider that this quarter and this year is NOT QUITE OVER. What might you do (that you said you'd do when you began this series), save, give, or lose before this quarter and year are over? What might it take for you to achieve that end? And is there any message to you in the idea that ending well has a much better sense of accomplishment when you've been planning and participating WELL all along the way?
Let's consider, this week, how/what/when/where/why we can make a 2 week run for the end line with great passion and personal strength and courage. Yes?
Be encouraged,
Becky
If you haven't signed up for Q4, feel free to call Reggie at 800-444-6189 or go online to register.
All's Well That Ends Well is a play by William Shakespeare. It was probably written between 1601 and 1608,[1] and it was first published in the First Folio in 1623. Though originally the play was classified as a comedy, the play is now considered by some critics to be one of his problem plays, so named because they cannot be neatly classified as tragedy or comedy.
I had originally chosen this phrase because I thought we'd all be encouraged by the thought of how nearing the end of the quarter can and should be viewed as a positive race to the finish. But after reviewing the play notes, I realize that the message Shakespeare was giving had more to do with getting to the end no matter the means. Which, of course, most of us perpetually find ourselves repeating the same silly habits and getting the same silly results--that don't usually result in lasting change...until WE change.
Friends, I am asking you to consider that this quarter and this year is NOT QUITE OVER. What might you do (that you said you'd do when you began this series), save, give, or lose before this quarter and year are over? What might it take for you to achieve that end? And is there any message to you in the idea that ending well has a much better sense of accomplishment when you've been planning and participating WELL all along the way?
Let's consider, this week, how/what/when/where/why we can make a 2 week run for the end line with great passion and personal strength and courage. Yes?
Be encouraged,
Becky
If you haven't signed up for Q4, feel free to call Reggie at 800-444-6189 or go online to register.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Week Eleven: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 972649
(Toll-free access is not available for Telephone Playback)
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Becky! Do your homework:)
Playback Access Code: 972649
(Toll-free access is not available for Telephone Playback)
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Becky! Do your homework:)
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Final Quarter: Registration is Open
If you want to finish the year long race or get in on the final quarter of "Saving Money Calories and Time," please contact Reggie at the office at 800-444-6189 or at tlc@changeyourlifedaily.com or click here to register online.
Becky
Becky
Week Eleven: If you fail to plan, you plan to fail...
In almost every book I've written, I've quoted businessman W. Clement Stone who said, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." Why? It doesn't matter if we're talking about food, quiet time, exercise, errands, or work projects, if you don't PLAN AHEAD, you will most likely forget something, feel rushed, or perform at a lower level than if you had planned ahead.
This principle--planning ahead--takes time.
In previous online groups, I've taught the 20/20/20 principle: 20 pray, 20 play, 20 plan. For 60 minutes each day, I suggest that your life would be more balanced, more healthy, and more peaceful if you would spend a minimum of 20 minutes praying, 20 minutes playing (or exercising in some fun way), and 20 minutes (YES EVERY DAY) planning out tomorrow, the week, the month and whatever else is going on in your life.
This week, give the 20/20/20 principle a try in your life. If you can't afford 60 minutes a day, then at least set aside 20 minutes each morning or evening to plan your tasks and to-do's for the current or coming day.
Be encouraged,
Becky
This principle--planning ahead--takes time.
In previous online groups, I've taught the 20/20/20 principle: 20 pray, 20 play, 20 plan. For 60 minutes each day, I suggest that your life would be more balanced, more healthy, and more peaceful if you would spend a minimum of 20 minutes praying, 20 minutes playing (or exercising in some fun way), and 20 minutes (YES EVERY DAY) planning out tomorrow, the week, the month and whatever else is going on in your life.
This week, give the 20/20/20 principle a try in your life. If you can't afford 60 minutes a day, then at least set aside 20 minutes each morning or evening to plan your tasks and to-do's for the current or coming day.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Thursday, September 3, 2009
week Ten: Call info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
175703
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Keep your food journal for 7 days! Let's ALL see results (and experience what it feels like to be honest with ourselves about what, when and why we eat!)
Be encouraged (I think),
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
175703
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Keep your food journal for 7 days! Let's ALL see results (and experience what it feels like to be honest with ourselves about what, when and why we eat!)
Be encouraged (I think),
Becky
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Week Ten: Say "NO" More!
Since our 3rd Quarter theme is Timely and Trendy Tips, I decided to reprise an old favorite of mine. So, if you’ve been in a group with me before, you know this is one of my favorite tips: Say "NO" more!
As we look at our theme—saving calories—there is no rocket science. There is no way to trick out bodies. We have to fuel our bodies with healthy foods then burn the fuel regularly or we will be sitting on...a tankful of extra fuel. Yep.
Saving calories can be achieved by saying “NO” more.
Why say “NO” to your self? Why do you say “NO” to anyone? Because there is for a good reason, right? So that is this week’s challenge.
From the extreme “NO” of “I will not eat xxx for 30 days until I see results and then I will only eat xxx once a week as a treat,” to “I will save calories like money in the bank. I will say “NO” to anything after 2000 calories per day.”
I’m sure we all have different philosophies on healthy eating and exercise, but there is a universal understanding regarding this rule: “Calories in, Calories out.” Too many calories in and two few out will result in too many unwanted pounds.
If you needed to hear this, no one but you will ever know☺…give it a try this week: Say “NO” more.
Be encouraged,
Becky
As we look at our theme—saving calories—there is no rocket science. There is no way to trick out bodies. We have to fuel our bodies with healthy foods then burn the fuel regularly or we will be sitting on...a tankful of extra fuel. Yep.
Saving calories can be achieved by saying “NO” more.
Why say “NO” to your self? Why do you say “NO” to anyone? Because there is for a good reason, right? So that is this week’s challenge.
From the extreme “NO” of “I will not eat xxx for 30 days until I see results and then I will only eat xxx once a week as a treat,” to “I will save calories like money in the bank. I will say “NO” to anything after 2000 calories per day.”
I’m sure we all have different philosophies on healthy eating and exercise, but there is a universal understanding regarding this rule: “Calories in, Calories out.” Too many calories in and two few out will result in too many unwanted pounds.
If you needed to hear this, no one but you will ever know☺…give it a try this week: Say “NO” more.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Week Nine: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 510434
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
You're loved,
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 510434
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
You're loved,
Becky
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Week Nine: Find a Need and Fill It
Saving more, giving more, and spending less has been our goal this and every quarter. This week I chose a "timely and trendy tip" first quipped by a famous Iowan, Ruth Peale. The wife of Norman Vincent Peale, renown author and preacher, she, a pastor's wife and author (and co-founder of Guideposts Magazine) impacted the nation for half of the 20th century. (I encourage you to read about her by clicking on her name.)
She is a woman who, during wars and recessions, rallied others to complain less, want less, and give more of his or her time and money to those with great needs.
Ruth lived to the age of 101 and her bio said, "She believed that prayer was key to solving any problem. A major philosophy of her life was “Find a need and fill it.”"
Girls we have our mandate. The world needs more Ruth Peale's! Lets make a difference with our lives for half of a century, eh?
You are loved,
Becky
She is a woman who, during wars and recessions, rallied others to complain less, want less, and give more of his or her time and money to those with great needs.
Ruth lived to the age of 101 and her bio said, "She believed that prayer was key to solving any problem. A major philosophy of her life was “Find a need and fill it.”"
Girls we have our mandate. The world needs more Ruth Peale's! Lets make a difference with our lives for half of a century, eh?
You are loved,
Becky
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Week Eight: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 164930
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Playback Access Code: 164930
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Week Eight: HOPE--Hold On Pray Expectantly
At the end of each month during the third quarter, I've chosen to bring us back around to the foundation of our faith as we diligently pursue the tasks of saving money, calories, and time. This week: HOPE.Many years ago, a pastor "etched" something in my mind by using an acronym for hope: Hold On Pray Expectantly! I've never forgotten the saying or what it conveys. Prayer is God's method of touching us, holding onto us and letting us hold onto Him.
I don't know if what I'm about to tell you will encourage or discourage you, but here it is anyway.
Almost every day, there comes a moment of anxiousness or anger or fear that overwhelms me. I must get a grip--not on my reality, but on my God. I must physically take hold of Him and let Him take hold of me. This can, does, and will always happen when I pray. Whether it happens during my daily quiet time, while working with staff in my office, or when I'm at home and can kneel by my bedside, prayer connects me with God and His power. You see, I need God's power to fight for me, to "snap me out" of my pity parties, or remind who is in control of EVERYTHING. So, even though I've known God a long time (33 years on 8/26/09), not a day goes by when I don't ask Him to come alongside of me and invade my life. I need Him to correct my thoughts, direct my finances, guide my decisions, and improve my relationships.
What I'm suggesting to you is this: You never get too old, too mature, too strong, too empowered to live your life without conversing with God. He has the answers. He knows your every hope and dream, fear and failure. Get connected and stay connected to God. And when you need HOPE on any given day, hold on and pray expectantly.
Be encouraged,
Becky
By the way, my new book, Let God Talk to You, ships this Friday! Woo hoo!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Week Seven: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
821670
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
821670
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Week Seven: A Stitch in Time...
I did little research on this phrase and found this from a blogger, Angela Russell, who wrote:
"The first instance of the phrase, "a stitch in time saves nine" appeared in 1732. It was printed in a book called Gnomologia, by Thomas Fuller (an English churchman). It is unknown if he coined the phrase, or simply used a proverb popular during the time. In the 1800's Louisa May Alcott (author of Little Women) brought the phrase back into popularity in a short story she wrote entitled Kitty's Day Class. The many interpretations of the phrase, "A stitch in time saves nine," are all very similar. Regardless of the interpretation, you prefer, in the end, the meaning is the same...DO NOT PROCRASTINATE. Complete the work you have in a timely manner, otherwise it will become a bigger job than it needed to be."
This is a good word for us, isn't it? (Not that too many of us do hand stitching anymore, but you get the idea.) God likes the idea too! Proverbs 21:5 (8/12/09 CYL DB) says, "Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty."
This week, in your journal, meditate on this Proverb. Ask yourself, "What will it take for me to plan my time better or wiser? A new (more detailed/more white space per day ) calendar, brighter sticky notes in more prominent places, an accountability partner who follows up with me, or an alarm or "ringer" system? This week, your assignment is to go on a field trip to a stationery or office store and check out the variety systems that can help you manage your time with new effectiveness. Okay?
Be encouraged (to save money, calories, and time),
Becky
(posted from within the Orange County Court Building, where I fell through the crack and wasn't registered until 1:30 today--do you that was a coincidence?? I don't think so!!!)
"The first instance of the phrase, "a stitch in time saves nine" appeared in 1732. It was printed in a book called Gnomologia, by Thomas Fuller (an English churchman). It is unknown if he coined the phrase, or simply used a proverb popular during the time. In the 1800's Louisa May Alcott (author of Little Women) brought the phrase back into popularity in a short story she wrote entitled Kitty's Day Class. The many interpretations of the phrase, "A stitch in time saves nine," are all very similar. Regardless of the interpretation, you prefer, in the end, the meaning is the same...DO NOT PROCRASTINATE. Complete the work you have in a timely manner, otherwise it will become a bigger job than it needed to be."
This is a good word for us, isn't it? (Not that too many of us do hand stitching anymore, but you get the idea.) God likes the idea too! Proverbs 21:5 (8/12/09 CYL DB) says, "Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty."
This week, in your journal, meditate on this Proverb. Ask yourself, "What will it take for me to plan my time better or wiser? A new (more detailed/more white space per day ) calendar, brighter sticky notes in more prominent places, an accountability partner who follows up with me, or an alarm or "ringer" system? This week, your assignment is to go on a field trip to a stationery or office store and check out the variety systems that can help you manage your time with new effectiveness. Okay?
Be encouraged (to save money, calories, and time),
Becky
(posted from within the Orange County Court Building, where I fell through the crack and wasn't registered until 1:30 today--do you that was a coincidence?? I don't think so!!!)
Monday, August 10, 2009
Week Seven: A Stitch in Time...
I'll post Week 7 assignment later in the week, especially so you stay on track with Week Six's assignment, but please NOTE due to jury duty this week, our call will happen on Thursday at noon PST!
I also have a new Monday morning column I'm writing for everyone to enjoy: http://www.littlechangesbigresults.blogspot.com
Talk to you soon!
Becky
I also have a new Monday morning column I'm writing for everyone to enjoy: http://www.littlechangesbigresults.blogspot.com
Talk to you soon!
Becky
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Week Six Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
985724
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
985724
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Week Six: Don't Drink Calories
As we revisit the "saving calories" theme this week, I'm suggesting that you try incorporating one of my personal mottos into your life. Yes, I do mean to suggest that not drinking calories is one VERY effective way to maintain weight loss for a lifetime.
Last September, I not only quit drinking calories, but I even quit drinking calorie-free diet sodas (because they contained unhealthy chemicals) and I quit ALL bubbly waters because they are proven to bloat the belly. Prior to September, I would rarely drink any calories--meaning...no smoothies, no shakes, no coffees with calories...none, nada.
Here's my reasoning. As a busy 54 year old, it is difficult for me to get out and exercise, other than walking and weight lifting--therefore, I won't/don't burn very many calories each week through exercise. That means I have to carefully watch my caloric intake--about 1600 to 2000 calories a day. I PREFER to eat those calories--nuts and seeds and avocados and milk (I consider milk an essential protein for my aging body)!
So give it a try. Only eat calories. When "out", drink water with lime or lemon. At home, fill a pitcher of water with lemons, mint, cucumber and ginger (called Sassy Water in the Flat Belly Diet) and drink of it endlessly. It is refreshing and tasty. As for coffees and teas...add some of your daily portion of skim milk (perhaps only 20 calories per cup of coffee and an important protein for your bones) and stevia ( a chemical free sugar substitute) to sweeten.
You can do it!
Becky
Last September, I not only quit drinking calories, but I even quit drinking calorie-free diet sodas (because they contained unhealthy chemicals) and I quit ALL bubbly waters because they are proven to bloat the belly. Prior to September, I would rarely drink any calories--meaning...no smoothies, no shakes, no coffees with calories...none, nada.
Here's my reasoning. As a busy 54 year old, it is difficult for me to get out and exercise, other than walking and weight lifting--therefore, I won't/don't burn very many calories each week through exercise. That means I have to carefully watch my caloric intake--about 1600 to 2000 calories a day. I PREFER to eat those calories--nuts and seeds and avocados and milk (I consider milk an essential protein for my aging body)!
So give it a try. Only eat calories. When "out", drink water with lime or lemon. At home, fill a pitcher of water with lemons, mint, cucumber and ginger (called Sassy Water in the Flat Belly Diet) and drink of it endlessly. It is refreshing and tasty. As for coffees and teas...add some of your daily portion of skim milk (perhaps only 20 calories per cup of coffee and an important protein for your bones) and stevia ( a chemical free sugar substitute) to sweeten.
You can do it!
Becky
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Week Five: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
118953
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Waste not, want not--5 minutes a day in your closet, okay?
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
118953
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Waste not, want not--5 minutes a day in your closet, okay?
Becky
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Week Five: Waste Not, Want Not
This week is about SAVING MONEY. So we're going to use this timely/trendy tip to revisit the idea of "shopping your closet!" In previous series, I've had you "get into" your closet and toss old, unwearable items out, gather out-dated or wrong-sized clothing and put it in a goodwill bag (which you put directly into the trunk of your car), and wash or dry clean any clothes that might need refreshing. Eliminate, then concentrate.
After this exercise, what is left? Do you need a few "pieces" to update your wardrobe? Do you (really) need another pair of black shoes--or can you take a few pair to the shoe repair store and refurbish them for one more season? Interestingly, this week, I received a pink satin "shoe bag" from a church as a gift to me...with a request from them to send them any shoes that might benefit their thrift store--outfitting women who can't afford work clothes. What a wonderful idea!
If you are like me, you have TOO many clothes--perhaps even some that you've never worn that are hanging in your closet, still bearing a price tag!
This week, EACH day, take 5 minutes--that's all--in your closet. Put the Goodwill bag/box on the floor and get started. Allow this concept (of reusing, refurbishing, redistributing) your nice, but no longer of use for you, apparel to filter into other areas of your life: impulsive purchases at store counters, another lip gloss--really?, paying for bottled water instead of asking for a cup of water, etc.
Waste not, want not...perhaps the real focus is retooling our "wanter?"
Be encouraged!
Becky
After this exercise, what is left? Do you need a few "pieces" to update your wardrobe? Do you (really) need another pair of black shoes--or can you take a few pair to the shoe repair store and refurbish them for one more season? Interestingly, this week, I received a pink satin "shoe bag" from a church as a gift to me...with a request from them to send them any shoes that might benefit their thrift store--outfitting women who can't afford work clothes. What a wonderful idea!
If you are like me, you have TOO many clothes--perhaps even some that you've never worn that are hanging in your closet, still bearing a price tag!
This week, EACH day, take 5 minutes--that's all--in your closet. Put the Goodwill bag/box on the floor and get started. Allow this concept (of reusing, refurbishing, redistributing) your nice, but no longer of use for you, apparel to filter into other areas of your life: impulsive purchases at store counters, another lip gloss--really?, paying for bottled water instead of asking for a cup of water, etc.
Waste not, want not...perhaps the real focus is retooling our "wanter?"
Be encouraged!
Becky
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Week Four Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
437884
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
437884
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Becky
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Week Four: Just Do It!
This week we are pulling each of the previous three weeks together with a favorite slogan, "Just Do IT!" So often, I think I should write a book titled, "Just Make Yourself!" (Someday, I might!)
But for our purpose, my goal is to give those of you who might need a push or pinch or a pat a reminder that YOU have to do "it!" What is "it" in your life? Thinking back over our series, we've been trying to save money, calories and time. This week, journal (or answer the following questions) about:
What is left undone that I need to be complete?
Who needs something I have that I don't use anymore?
Where can I save money this week, today, NOW?
What have I put off or procrastinated doing that I must JUST DO?
Take a look at I Chronicles 28:9, 20.
And as always...
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Week Three: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number:
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
646253
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged,
Becky
1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code:
646253
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Week Three: The Early Bird gets the Worm!
What would it mean for you to be early in all that you do? Early to meet deadlines. Early to church. Early to meetings (prayer meetings, business meetings, etc.). Early to attend a sports event. Early to work. Early to bed.
The dictionary says that early means "before the usual or expected time." The Bible says that Jesus got up early to pray. This, I believe, was a secret to his life on earth. Jesus would face more difficulty, more confusion, more demands on his time or energy than anyone, and yet He made 'time' to get alone and away with God early in the day.
Might I be so bold to say that if/as we make our time alone with God the one appointment, the one hour of our day in which we are early--coming to Him with an attitude of expectancy--we will (1) get our marching orders for the day, (2) be comforted in our present trials, and (3) be more inclined to hear His voice all through the day.
This week be early for the Lord. Be willing for Him to change your mind and heart about how you approach the spending of the precious commodity called time. Record in your journal what God says to you about being early for Him and others!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Week Two: Call Info
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 537503
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Playback Access Code: 537503
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Week Two: You are what you eat!
This week is about saving calories--and I'm going to ask you to keep a food log for one week (in your journal) or for at least 3 days!
Assignment:
Day 1: Write down EVERYTHING you eat
Day 2: Write down EVERYTHING you eat and WHY you ate it! (hungry, bored, nervous, sad, etc.)
Day 3: Write down EVERYTHING you eat and HOW it made you feel (full, sadder, etc.)
During the rest of the week, journal about the types of foods you eat (healthy or unhealthy, organic, etc.), how often you eat (3 meals, plus snacks, grazing all day, no breakfast, handfuls of chips spontaneously, etc.), and what food means to you.
One of the goals of this week is to see the theme of the "You are what you eat" as a commentary on how you and I think and feel about food. If it is more than fuel, we will fall into a pattern of eating for other reasons and find ourselves eating more than the 2000 or fewer calories a day that are advised for sustaining a healthy weight. Though this isn't a course on healthy eating, there are so many online resources available to educate us on the right foods to eat, that I encourage you (like last week) to do a little research for "extra credit."
Be encouraged,
Becky
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Week One: Call back info
Playback Dial-in Number: 1-218-486-8703
Playback Access Code: 958101
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
Book you might want to read: The Rest of God by Mark Buchanan
Playback Access Code: 958101
Be sure to use this telephone number and access code, and not the previous Dial-in Number and access codes associated with the conference call itself.
Be encouraged!
Becky
Book you might want to read: The Rest of God by Mark Buchanan
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Week One: Timeless and Trendy Tips Each Week
Welcome first timers and Hello regulars! We now start a new group geared to "saving money, calories and time in 2009!" This is the third quarter for some of you, and a first or second time at being in my quarterly group.
Each Wednesday you'll be able to join in a live call or listen it to at your convenience--it is designed to encourage you, as well as give you assignments. Our theme this quarter--for the next twelve weeks--will be based on a "timeless or trendy" phrase that will get you to focus each week on one of each of our areas: money, calories, and time, and the 4th week will be a "wrap up" tip, to incorporate our spiritual lives as well as our financial, physical, and mental goals.
We begin on Wednesday July 1--Week One's Timeless/Trendy Tip re: Money-- "When In Doubt, Don't."
I also want to encourage you to post comments--you will absolutely get more out of the group if you do so! Okay?
Here we go!
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