All Thangs

Zumba.... WOW

2012-02-08T05:00:00.000-05:00

I have to say Zumba is something else. I cannot dance worth the flip. I have hardly any coordination what so ever!
However, I am having so much fun. I have been going to a class here recently. I went to my second one yesterday evening and OH MY GOSH am I sore today. Sore in the right spots too. I really love it. I have met some really nice people. I am so happy that my daughter joined in. Bless her heart she is just like me. We cannot dance, but we know how to have fun. Her friend joined us yesterday, and she asked if I could take her again. WOOOHOOO for Zumba! It is fun and so easy. I was worried about it because of my ankles and my knee, but it is not bothering me. I feel so good.

On top of it all I did a weigh in this morning...... I am down from 210lbs to 207.8. I am so happy. I squealed. I am making progress. It is taking some time (I have to be careful because of my neck) but I am happier, getting healthier, and slimming down.

If you are able to try this exercise I suggest you just do it. It is so worth it. If you are like me, and you feel that you just cannot get a workout unless you sweat this is the workout to do. I love it. I know I say that so much, but it is true.

I have the Wii game also. It is great if you want to go solo. On top of that it is inexpensive as well. I believe I only paid $40 for it.
So don't be afraid to try out new things I am not. Just get out there and move your body and have fun.

Treat Yourself

2012-02-07T12:18:00.001-05:00

I believe we should teat ourselves when we make great accomplishments. The whole month of January I did my exercises three or more days a week, so I decided to treat myself. I went for a pedicure, manicure, and a new hair do. More like just trimming my hair since it is already short (I got a pixy cut, IT'S CUTE).

Butterfly wings, I love them. Amanda from "Retro Hair and Nail Salon" Really did a wonderful job. I love her work she is so talented.

I feel good! I don't know if I have lost anything yet or not, but I feel good. The point is, I did my workouts for a whole month when before I couldn't make it past one week. I feel so accomplished!

Now don't you think that deserves a treat?
My next goal is to go about three months before I treat myself again. This time I believe my treat will be a new pair of blue jeans... I wonder what size I will be buying?
I hope by that time the number is smaller.

Before photo

2012-01-26T15:38:00.001-05:00

I posted it, yep finally put up a before photo.
You can see it here at this link.
http://www.allthangs.com/p/before-in-between-and-after.html

If I am going to get past all that fluff and stuff I have to see for myself that I am really fat. It is an unhealthy fat too. I have never been this large in my life. I am worried for a number of reasons.
I have a daughter who needs me to be here for her. I am in pain in my lower back all the time, and it really hurts to bend over to tie my shoes. I feel really miserable.

I have been working at it since the beginning of the year. I have been taking note of what I have available here at home that can help me with exercise. Here are some of my ideas.

I have an elliptical machine.
I have resistance bands.
5lb dumbbell weights.
Yoga mats.
Body fitness ball.
Step with extensions and the video to go with it.
Nintendo Wii games that make you move like:
Zumba, Just Dance, and Rayman's Raving Rabids.

I love yoga, it is the best stress reducer in the world. Also it helps with circulation. I have been able to breathe a lot better since I have incorporated Yoga into my life. I am also not so uptight. I am able to do this by visiting Hulu.com. I like the videos from Yoga Zone. They are great episodes.

Exercise videos are great too. You need to make sure you get approval from a physician before starting a workout plan. This is to make sure it is right for you and safe.

All this I can do from my own home without the need for a gym.

What do you eat that is healthy?

2012-01-26T15:23:00.000-05:00

You see, as I am writing this I am eating this salad. I promise it tastes really good!
That is why I am going to tell you how to make it.

What do you eat that is healthy?

Well I love vegetables, really I do.
So, I will tell you how I built this salad. It is not a huge salad. Just enough to fill one of those storage Rubbermade bowls.
Things you will need:

Spinach lettuce (the greener your leaves the better it is for you)
Chopped carrots
Grape tomatoes
Shredded cheddar cheese
2 slices of mushrooms chopped
4 thin slices of Ham Oscar Mayer sandwich lunch meat-chopped
2 tablespoons of ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon of bacon bits

Chop, tear, rip, place in bowl, and drizzle salad dressing on top, and all that is required for you to do is take a bite and say yum.

Eating healthy is one of the promises I am making myself. I have found over the years (with experience of course) that if you gradually change your diet by adding more nutritious foods to it along with what you normally eat. You will learn to like those foods more. For example, I never liked mushrooms. Now I eat them in a number of dishes. I have to have them on my pizza. I am not happy unless I do. They are yummy.

I have also noticed I haven't been craving the junk food I was once addicted to. I am weening myself off of it, and hopefully one day I can just kick the habit. That would be great!
Colas are harder though, and I have switched to drinking "Diet Cherry Coke Zero". I have not wanted much cola lately. Sometimes I will cave and have a regular Coke; however, it is just one.

Here is to eating food that does not make you feel guilty afterwards.

Under Construction...(there is a meaning to this so read between the words).

2012-01-22T08:40:00.000-05:00

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

This site is undergoing some changes and also so am I.

I have been working on a lot of things lately. It always seems like I am busy doing something. I just do not like to sit still. However, I do have to say that I was inspired yesterday to blog/write again. Yep, I will be writing again and hopefully I will stick with it.

I am trying, I promise.

If you are frequent to this website of mine you have probably noticed some things are missing. Well they are because I took them down.
I will no longer be posting about coupons and deals at stores.
With returning back to school and trying to run my business; I do not have time to write term papers, go to class, and find all the coupon deals and sales. Sorry...
So something had to go and the coupons and sales were just a bit too much.

I have found myself stretched thin, and I wondered to myself early one morning (if you know me at all I wake up before the sun does) how is it I love to write and chat about stuff, but I am so burn out on it all that it is driving me crazy to do it. I would look at a blank screen and just turn it off again. I am serious. It wasn't really writers block. I was just tired.
So, I prayed about it, and then did what I normally do every day which is sign on to the computer and get ready to go through all my e-mails. I have a lot of e-mails and they seem to generate within an 8 hour period. Although, I didn't sign into my e-mail I was fixated on this article I was reading on the main home page of Yahoo; then, I found myself inspired.

I am on a weight loss journey. I have been working on this for a while, with loosing a considerable amount of weight already (10 pounds is a big deal to me) I am still over 200. 209lbs to be exact. I know you all are putting your hand over your mouths saying "OMG! SHE ACTUALLY SAID HOW MUCH SHE WEIGHED."

Well isn't that what you have to do in order to have success? You have to confess the truth, and the truth about it is, I am still heavy. I used to not be this way, but somewhere down the road I picked up the annoying hitchhiker called FLUBBER! You know the one that you offer a ride to and they have you take them everywhere. Some may call it fluff, fat, love handles, beer gut, baby fat (that you have held onto all your life), junk-in-the-trunk, badunkadunk,and you get my point. It has many names, but it is nonetheless the hitchhiker that never seems to leave.

I am sorry to say this, but it HAS TO GO. I am tired of taking and carrying around all this extra baggage. It is not good for my health, sanity, or my emotional state. It really can bring me down. Being fat is like having a bully that is stuck on you and it will not come off. Now it is time to kick that bully's butt. I am serious it has to go.

So, you can join me on this journey called UNDER CONSTRUCTION. I will be posting about:

What I am eating.
What types of exercise I am doing.
Weigh ins. (gotta love those, not)
Celebrations.
New ideas
Recipes (yum)

This will be fun. I have done something similar before, and I know it works. My goal is to be 135 lbs again. It will take a while because I am going to do it "the right way";however, I feel that I can share this with others. I hope this also not only helps me lose, but maybe I will be able to inspire others who want to get rid of the bully that we carry around with us every day.

Wish me luck!

Twas the Month before Christmas

2011-11-13T13:06:00.001-05:00

Twas the Month before Christmas

Twas the month before Christmas

When all through our land,

Not a Christian was praying. . . Nor taking a stand.

See the PC Police had taken away the reason for Christmas and what you could say

The children were told by their schools not to sing

About Shepherds and Wise Men and Angels and things.

It might hurt people's feelings, the teachers would say

December 25th is just a ' Holiday '.

Yet the shoppers were ready with cash, checks and credit

Pushing folks down to the floor just to get it!

CDs from Lady Gaga, an X BOX, an I-Pod

Something was changing, something quite odd!

Retailers promoted Ramadan and Kwanzaa

In hopes to sell books by Franken & Fonda.

As Targets were hanging their trees upside down

At Lowe's the word Christmas - was no where to be found.

At K-Mart and Staples and Penny's and Sears

You won't hear the word Christmas; it won't touch your ears.

Inclusive, sensitive, Di-ver-si-ty Are words that were used to intimidate me.

Now Daschle, Now Darden, Now Sharpton, Wolf Blitzen

On Boxer, on Rather, on Osama, on Clinton !

At the top of the Senate, there arose such a clatter

To eliminate Jesus, in all public matter.

And we spoke not a word, as they took away our faith

Forbidden to speak of salvation and grace

The true Gift of Christmas was exchanged and discarded

The reason for the season, stopped before it started.

So as you celebrate 'Winter Break' under your 'Dream Tree'

Sipping your Starbucks, listen to me.

Choose your words carefully, choose what you say

Shout MERRY CHRISTMAS,

not Happy Holiday

Christ is The Reason' for the Christ-mas Season!

Been very busy

2011-09-27T09:44:00.000-04:00

I have been very busy lately. Fall semester at the college started recently and I have a part time job along with running my handmade business, and being a mom. I realized the other day.... I AM HUMAN lol. I have been on the go, go, go and more going. However, I do know it will all pay off soon. I have faith in myself. I just wanted to let my readers and friends know that I am okay and still kicking.

You will be seeing changes to this site soon. I hope to have many items listed on here and also some more posts about some great offers. I love keeping people informed. I do apologize that I have not been on here much, but I promise it will get better and more interesting.

I love feedback and new ideas for items to make so send me a request, email, or shout. I am always nearby.

If you have a custom request I want to also let you know they are very welcome and I do my best to get it exactly right just for you.

I hope everyone is having a beautiful and blessed day. Keep in touch and sign up for the emails so you can get notifications.

Happy Tuesday.
Melissa

We are now a DOT COM and have a new NAME.

2011-08-16T14:09:00.000-04:00

I have been working hard on this one for a while and finally we have it. Our very own "dot com." It has been one of those long awaiting tasks on my to do list for months. I am so happy to finally have it complete.

To make things easier the name is new also. I changed it to just "All Thangs" because, well this site is about "All Thangs," and I want my readers to be able to remember a simple name and not have so much to type all at once. Still, we do have the name "All Thangs Old But New 2 U;" however, that is mainly in just a few places where you will find the toys and a few other items for sale. Before it is over with I will have everything in one place. I am so excited to offer this now and it really does make a difference.

So tell everyone you know that www.allthangs.com is online and back to work to find great deals, coupons, recipes, and so much more!

It Is That Time Again.... Back to School

2011-07-07T10:50:00.001-04:00

It is that time again when we all start thinking about school supplies, new outfits for our kids, and of course let's not forget the ones returning back to their college classes.
(I already have)
It is stressful to think about it, I AGREE!! So I thought I would blog something here. There are ways to save money for this situation. Here are some of my favorite tips:

Shop Sales-there is nothing wrong with shopping the clearance and sale racks. The clothes and shoes are just as good. I actually feel better at the end of the day if I got a great deal on a lot of the clothing my daughter and I love.
Use coupons-seriously! I know at sometimes it is a tedious chore. No one can be one of those extreme coupon people overnight. However, if you use coupons to buy your school supplies it will save you a lot more money in the long run.
Stock up on items throughout the year- yes buying "OFF-SEASON" is the key, because most of the time those items are marked down to get them out of the way. If you buy right at the end of the season when they are usually marked down to about 70% off is really great. I love those deals...
Shop and compare prices with other stores- I know some like to stick to one place to shop because they feel comfortable there, but there are some who really want to save some hard earned cash. When you save money you are actually able to save more. There are also stores out there that will match their competitors prices, so look for those also.
Last but not least: My favorite. Use the survey sites that will cash out with gift cards. I use one of these sites all the time. It's called My points.com, and oh my I have been able to just read emails and do surveys; in return they pay me in gift cards. I redeem my points for the cards from the merchants I want any time. Swagbucks is a great site for these gift cards too. They give you points for using tool bars and searching. For example I have on the way an Old Navy Card and many times I have redeemed cards from Wal-Mart and Amazon.com. It helps getting my books for college and gas money. My daughter loves the clothes at Old Navy. This helps you save money as well, and all you have to do is read emails. It's that simple.

So I hope you use these tips to help you out and save you and your family loads this year for school supplies. Good Luck!

I finally Crochet a Cupcake!

2011-07-07T10:48:00.000-04:00

Ta Da!!!

Yep, I finally did it. I finally made a cupcake. I am so happy. This picture was taken with the cupcake sitting on my desk. I plan to make so many more (DOZENS! actually). I was just so excited I had to share this one. Its pink and brown. The pink is the icing and the brown is the cake. I love it. And it was so easy! I am giving this to a lovely friend at church. I just know she will love it. Now off to make more.

You can find many of my crochet items and wonders on my Etsy shop at ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u. I also do custom work.

Neat Facts I Learned Today

2011-06-30T19:41:00.000-04:00

Drinking orange juice will help you maintain energy during your exercise. It helps you prevent muscle fatigue. You know what else, it is also a soothing drink for a sore throat. I myself do this when my throat is scratchy. Great source of the good ol' Vitamin C. I think I will start with a glass of OJ first thing in the morning.

Meal Planning is a great way to lose weight. Did you know that if you plan your meals starting from Sunday and throughout the week to Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner; you will not be tempted to eat the bad foods when you are hungry. It is also advised to schedule your snacks too. Do this for the whole family and there will be no more asking the famous question, "What's for Dinner?"

Wearing Summer Dresses.

A great way to make an instant fashion statement. It's feminine and fashionable, and you do not have to worry about matching tops and bottoms. I have grown to love wearing Summer dresses this year because I have a hard time as it is matching clothing up just right. It's also very hot outside so it helps with being cool and comfortable. There are many styles out there to chose from. I have been working on some styles of my own to make for myself. Skirts are a great way to go also. They also can make great cover-ups for bathing suits.

These are some great tips I have found today. I do this often. I search the web or read books and newspapers. I hear of neat and useful ideas. I figured I would pass them onto my readers. You never know it might be some advice someone needed for the day.

Although, I have one more piece of advice... Love one another, share love with the world, and be happy and kind. Always smile, you never know that if the people who see you smile needed someone to smile at them.

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She decided to sell all of her Jewelry Supplies

2011-06-29T11:32:00.000-04:00

Yep, my daughter decided to sell all of her jewelry making supplies. She has a whole lot listed on her Etsy page

http://allthangswearable.etsy.com. She is doing this to try to get enough money for her new costume this year. Since her birthday is just 10 days shy of Halloween, for we decided to throw a birthday party themed around a Halloween style.

Everyone will come dressed up in their finest costumes. So take advantage of the sale she has going on. It is a great deal.

ON ALL JEWELRY SUPPLIES

Buy $10.00 and get FREE SHIPPING
Use coupon code 10FREESHIP

Hello Kitty Beads

Suede Cord

Glass beads

You really don't want to miss out on this. Hundreds of items to choose from. Get this great deal while supplies last. Don't forget to use the coupon code 10FREESHIP
Buy $10 and receive free shipping.

How to Organize Coupons

2011-06-29T10:58:00.000-04:00

I thought I would share this post today since lately there has been a craze about coupons. I myself even have been known to join a couple of classes lately. Coupon use is very helpful; especially when you are trying to save money with your budget. However, it can be tedious at times also, so organization is the key. I use a 3 ring binder with tabbed dividers and the clear see-through pockets. There are other ways to organize your coupons, so I found another blog that has great ideas.
Just head over to "Moneywise-Moms" blog and it has the how to there. Also they have some coupons available too.

Moneywise Moms has great ideas for coupons so head over and check it out.

http://moneywisemoms.com

Devastation Came But They Are Rejoicing For Life

2011-05-07T14:10:00.000-04:00

The past week and a half I have been so busy with things. For example, going through all my cupboards and stockpiles for extra foods (non-perishable) to give to the victims of the Tornado Devastation last Wednesday. It was horrible. People lost their homes, belongings, and worst of all loved ones. Even though all this happened I have to say this, I have never in my lifetime seen a terrible disaster like this bring so many people together to rejoice for life. I read posts on Facebook, people saying "I just lost my home, my car, and a lot of other things but I am so glad I am alive today. God thank you for saving me and my family".
So many people made that same statement.

You see so much in the world today about material items, money, prices escalating to a point of no understanding. But This just blew me away. I am a Christ Follower. I love God with all my heart. I will not lie, I am counting my blessings, because of that fateful day that huge tornado went right over my home, and spared our town. The Great Lord Almighty saved what little family I had. My brother even got here to my home in time to stay with us until it passed. I hate that happened, I really am heart broken that the tornado tore through Ringgold, GA and many other areas close by. I was praying for everyone in each town that one hit. Please let my friend who lives there be safe. So far everyone is accounted for. But there were so many who lost those they love.

What happened a week ago will change so many lives. I just hope that people will see that it changed peoples lives for good. Surrounding cities people joined together to search for who were lost. People joined together to set up donation areas and food stations. People from other countries sent help as well. There are people who gave others who have no homes left at all a place to stay. Perfect strangers helping strangers. All I saw was God at work.. Working hard to help those who needed it most. Those who were in shock because of the devastation. Gods Hands were always there and to those who are not with us anymore we will see them again. He just decided to bring them home...

I hope and pray we all find peace from the storm that hit us the hardest. Remember life and family is more important than things. Things can be replaced, family cannot.
May you be blessed and have a wonderful day.
~M

College Life.... My Journey of Going Back To School.

2011-04-15T19:40:00.000-04:00

I want to be honest here.... I wish I did this sooner. I mean by returning to school to get my degree in business. I do not know why I waited so long. I refuse to blame life crisis to be the reason of why I did not go back sooner.
None the less, here I sit typing about what I think of it so far since I have decided to get my degree.
I love every minute of it.
It's challenging! Really it is. I know I am only learning the basics right now and it is all brand new and shiny. Seriously, really it is a challenge and I like it. It keeps me on my toes.
So why did I not do this sooner, beats the heck out of me...

I have three classes, and you or some would think that is no big deal. Let me tell ya it is when 2 classes are called Hybrid classes, where they are 50% in the classroom and 50% online. So have to make time at home to do the work for those classes. It helps me though so I can be home for my daughter. I believe in the future I will be trying for 100% online, if not I at least want one class on campus. The interactions with others is amazing. Can you tell I been cooped up in my home all this time, yes I am laughing at that. I don't mind it but its nice to get out and meet people.

I am only going into my 3rd week, really enjoying it all too. I am so glad I have been given the blessing of returning to school. I always said I would go to college. I took a big risk and made some decisions to make it happen. Doors are opening and old ones are closing. It is a real blessing. I thank God everyday for this opportunity. It is amazing that He made this happen.
I even cried when I got my first test back and I passed with a 94(A). A prayer was answered. He is marvelous and magnificent. I believe totally that great things are going to happen with this new endeavor in my life.

Never give up on your dreams, God knows and has everything planned out just right. He will deliver at the right time in the right place. When it happens, you will know it is his handy work. Then just praise and glorify him in it all.

Change, Change, Change

2011-03-26T23:02:00.000-04:00

Anyone remember that song? Change, change, change, change a fool.... I don't know why but at the moment that song came into my head when I was about to start writing this post.

My posts have been lacking lately. I have been one of the many bunches of people who join the line for "looking for employment" it has taken a lot out of me and I have been slacking.

I apologize greatly. Really I do.

So this is whats been up.

I start classes for business in college soon. Like a week from now soon. Honestly I feel like a little kid starting its first day of Kindergarten and its making me nervous. I got to go next week to get my books and stuff. I believe this will be the greatest and best decision of my life. I am excited.

I am also going to put the business I have of my own in full force and work it full time. I love working from home. I have to admit, taking the leap by quitting my day job to work my dream job was a risk but how do we know if our dreams will come true if we do not take risks????

My lovely daughter and I went to visit this years "Artrageous Antics" again. I do have a previous post from the previous year. She had 3 pieces entered in the county wide school art exhibit. I am so proud to be a momma of one talented artist. She is really gooood.

Coupon class is paying off, and its amazing. I have learned so much and I did something right that at the time I didn't know it was one of those amazing idea deals lol. But I did it. And I gave myself a pat on the back.
Now I know how to use those CVS ECB'S to my advantage. I am soooo happy. Don't think I won't be there tomorrow they got some great deals going on. :P

We have been hit with a nasty storm that started early this morning and has done nothing but stop all day. The thunder and lightning has started up again. Its just that time of year, one of the many woes about living in the south is the wonderful storms we get. The Lord knows we need the rain so I thank Him for it.

I have been pretty much just hanging out at the house and working on items for my etsy shop and for my customers. I know there was one week I didn't look up from my craft desk or touch the computer hardly except to make shipping labels. It was that busy. I had so much fun, new items were made and kids and adults were pleased to receive them. Brings joy to my heart, really. You can visit my shop and see for yourself at http://allthangsoldbutnew2u.etsy.com and if you have an idea for something you would like for me to make for you. Please, Please, do not hesitate to ask. I will do my best to make a one of a kind item made just for you.
Thank you to all my customers and friends who are there to help make this all happen.

Gift Bags From Newspaper and Other Things to Make, Plus 1

2011-02-28T10:37:00.000-05:00

Rainy day here today. I was in the laundry room today getting ready to wash some clothes since it was washing day. I noticed the bag of newspapers I keep in there. I never throw them away because there are so many uses for these things. I was reading in a forum I frequent today that you can make peat pots for growing your flowers/plants. It is an inexpensive way to start their growing.
I love it.
So I will start my seeds today...

Another thing you can do with newspapers is make gift bags I found this great tutorial on this other blog I read. I love her blog she is very helpful and its step by step with awesome photos. Check it out
http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2010/07/how-to-make-gift-bags-from-newspaper.html

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Since it is rainy here today I cannot go walking at the park or walk around my area. Soooo that leaves me with being creative inside this house. Well there are videos on the web with Leslie Sansone. I love her walking videos. And you actually get a really great workout with her. If you are looking to get started and I know there are many areas that are still in the "bad weather" category. You can still get your walking started. She is a great fitness pro and she really helps you focus on walking and your health with how you can better your life. She does not focus on "bikini season" or trying to lose weight quick.
Walking is a great exercise that helps many parts of your body, the INTERNAL stuff. Like your heart, lungs, brain, and other organs. Even your immune system gets so much stronger. Just by walking.
Get you some comfy clothes and grab your sneakers and get to walking. 2 miles a day is a great way to start. You can also gradually add more to that as you get stronger.
If you would like purchase her videos you can find them on Amazon with great prices.

I hope you get to try this out, walking has so many benefits like I mentioned. And even better its fun.

I will be doing mine indoors today and I know I will have some fun. You will too.

Have a lovely day..

Oh how I love it. Learning more on couponing and making friends

2011-02-26T14:06:00.000-05:00

Here lately I have been venturing out to find ways to occupy my time really. But in that I want it to be valuable. I do not want to go home thinking "Did I just do all this for nothing?". No I do not. So I have been volunteering and using my time to just meet new people.

I have to say this Awana study program that is at the church near my home is amazing. I really like it. Not only is it for students its for parents too. It helps us get a better hand at how to raise our children to Love and serve God. I learn some really interesting things too. Some I did not know I was already applying and some I really really got to work on. Thats the thing we have to learn. And its a great program which is Nation wide and I recommend if you got children find an Awana program near you, I promise you will not regret it.

ON and on, IN all that I have met some amazing people. I got to volunteer the other day and see first hand what it is like to Humble oneself and work for the Lord. It really put me in a place where I change what I value. I really loved that lesson. Along with that I got to work with a great group of people who love and serve the Lord and it helped to just be there to hang out with others who are so friendly. I had a really great time.

Today, I attended at that same church a Coupon class. I tell ya what I thought I knew it but I don't. Not only did I learn some valuable information but I was able to also provide information. I was very glad I went today. I know it will take baby steps to do it the right way and implement other strategies with coupons but I did not know I practically was doing it all the wrong way.
So interesting that I realized that. So I will be sure to add or better yet just change my ways completely because it helps to save even more on your grocery bill. Thats the main bill I believe everyone worries about the most. "What about food?" We all got to eat and it is important.

What I am going to do is write about this journey here in this blog. I hope with my readers you will also along with me learn some things. Even if you have something to share share it with us by leaving a comment. I am so happy to be doing this and I know it can be very beneficial to everyone. It can also help those in need too.

Well. wish me luck. I wish you all the best. :)

Free Fitness... Yep I love it too. And a Joyce Meyer book I am reading.

2011-02-21T18:39:00.000-05:00

I have been battling fitness problems for a while and realized the same thing I realized last year I need to start off simple and slow. Work my way to further progress. I have found that when I was in a gym I did too much or got carried away. Well lately I have been battling some health problems which physically cause me not to be able to exercise. It also depresses me when I cannot exercise.

I got up one morning and decided I am just going to go for a walk. It was beautiful outside. Chilly but beautiful. One evening I was sitting here at the computer preparing orders to go out in the mail for Monday. I got finished and grabbed kiddo and told her we are going walking. That is really what kick started it.

Walking actually has great benefits. And its also freeeeee!!!! Yep Free. You can walk around your neighborhood. Or if you have a park in your area like I do that provides a walking track or trail then use it. I am fortunate to be able to walk to the fitness trail in my town. I did that today.

The past week while I was out and about to look for jobs, I walked through town to fill out applications and talk with managers. It was great I love to walk and it just feels good. I actually will be in a better mood than stressing myself through a fitness class at the gym.

I have been reading Joyce Meyers book "Look Great, Feel Great. 12 Keys to a Healthy Life NOW" It is an amazing book and it really helped a lot too. I immediately started thinking about the things I have been doing in my lifestyle. This book does not make you feel like your are on another one of those diet trips. It actually helps you gain ground on how you think about what you are doing. You really do get control once you start really putting though into what you put in your body. Not just the foods we eat, some smoke cigarettes, some drink, some also use all the vitamins in the world. But there are foods out there that can give you more energy than an Energy Drink can. Seriously.
So I tried it out, I have not had to have coffee in a while either. I got a whole can in the cabinet I will have to find someone to give that too because I just do not desire it anymore.

Joyce is a great Author, I really enjoyed reading her book and the other books I have read in the past. She is so inspiring. I recommend this book and really follow it. But I do stress a word of caution....

I could not put the book down until I had it finished. That is how great it is.

Happy reading, and good luck with your new lifestyle journey.

CONGRATULATIONS TO AshleysHomeSpun

2011-01-29T07:23:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to AshleysHomeSpun for your winning entry in ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u's blog contest.

Thank you so much for entering and your wonderful sweet comments on the blog. I hope you enjoy this new addition to your family and I hope Pamela will be loved and adored as much as she will love and adore you.

Thank you so much to all who entered and I really appreciate your love and support.

Remember to visit again for more blog updates and ideas.

Have a wonderful fabulous day.

Our Storms Say It All...

2011-01-24T21:21:00.000-05:00

Sometimes we go through some rough spots in our lives. Some people call these "The Storms Of Life". It can be rough and it can most certainly seem like there is no end but my friend let me tell you this. There is a promise that never fails.

The storms do have an end, and there is always a new day waiting for us TOMORROW. Like the saying goes "there is pain right now tonight, but JOY comes in the morning."

I rely on that myself, I have gone through storms many times. I am going through one right now as I type this, but am I allowing that storm to control me and take over? No, the reason I say No is because God is here holding my hand. God is walking me through this storm. Heck you could even say He is holding the Umbrella. All I got to do is trust that I am protected and have faith that I will make it through.

I give this same advice to all who read this, do not let those horrible times (storms of life) take over you. Trust now that there is something great and new and most wonderful waiting on you. You just need to have faith. Yes, you are sad. Yes, you are in pain. Sometimes yes we can doubt just a little. But what I am asking is just try, just have that little ounce of FAITH.

When you do that, the storm you are going through. All of the troubles you are facing right now seem to not be so strong.

It feels as if the winds are slowing,

My pains are disappearing.

My feet are moving my body forward,

I climb higher to the top of this mountain.

To once again conquer this struggle,

Is not to lose, but to gain.

I acquire power, I receive strength.

Knowing My Lord You are with me.

I know You have my hand,

To guide my steps,

And to help me,

Because you Love Me.

I will STAND for You, My Lord.

I will be strong.

You help me move this mountain,

You lift me up when I fall.

I stand for You, My Lord.

Because I love you.

By Your Grace I am saved.

~Melissa Hyatt

Stand up today and conquer that storm.

Just Some of My Favorites From Friends

2011-01-24T17:38:00.000-05:00

http://www.shabbynchic.etsy.com


Vintage Round Wook Wall Plaque http://www.etsy.com/shop/rainbeauxcraft http://rctees.etsy.com http://DreamofEverywhere.etsy.com These are just some of my favorites I find around Etsy. I like to share these sometimes and show everyone the wonderful world of handmade. I love what these people do and their art is just Amazing!

Crochet Swiffer Floor Sweeper Cover Pattern

2011-01-14T10:11:00.000-05:00

written by Melissa Hyatt

Materials
Swiffer Floor Sweeper Mop
Crochet hook size F
Cotton 4 ply yarn
(sugar-n-cream or Peaches-n-cream brand)
yarn needle

Directions
Working in rows
1. Ch 17, sc in 2nd chain from hook and each chain across, turn. (16sc)
2-50. Ch 1 sc in each sc across, turn. Leave long end for sewing.
Using your swiffer sweeper as a guide you will fold a small amount evenly over on each end
which is about 8 rows. Stitch the ends using yarn needle to secure. These are the flaps that will
go over the end of your swiffer sweeper. Once you sew all 4 ends then slip your cover on your
sweeper and you are ready to go.
Make as many as you need, these are great and can be washed in the washing machine and dry in the dryer.
A great green product to use in your house.

ENDED!!! GIVEAWAY!! Win Pamela The Pink Chihuahua

2011-01-13T12:52:00.000-05:00

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED PLEASE SEE POST HERE FOR WINNER...
http://allthangsoldbutnew2u.blogspot.com/2011/01/congratulations-to-ashleyshomespun.html
I have decided that since its a brand new year its time for brand new ideas and adventures. So here goes I am doing a giveaway.
Yes I am doing a giveaway....

Pamela is one of my favorite Chihuahua's she is adorable and loves to dress pretty, she has a collar that is also a hair bow accessory for her special owner. She is sweet and oh so cute. Such a soft fur coat.
Made with Pink yarns and light pink features. Her pretty little eyes just make you look at her and say "Awwwww". Seriously who couldn't resist her.

So here is your chance to win this wonderful pet. Handmade by Me the artist behind "ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u".

Winner will be picked using Random.org on January 28, 2011, contest
open to US Residents only

Mandatory Entry: THIS YOU MUST DO IN ORDER TO WIN THIS ITEM
Enter each one with separate comments so each entry will count. The winner will be chosen by random.org.

***PLEASE BE SURE TO LEAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS SO I WILL HAVE A WAY TO CONTACT YOU IF YOU ARE THE WINNER, IF THERE IS NO EMAIL ADDRESS YOUR ENTRY(S) WILL BE DELETED.***

***You must become a follower of this BLOG ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u.***

ADDITIONAL ENTRIES: Be sure to post each one separately so they will count as one entry.
1.Go to ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u's etsy page and tell what is your favorite item and post it here
2. You must become a fan "Like Us" on my FaceBook Fan Page ALLthangsOLDbutNEW2u.
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4. Share this giveaway on your blog or website, please post link to your blog in your comment.
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The additional five entries do not count unless you do the MANDATORY ENTRY.

Remember this contest ends January 28, 2011 and winner is chosen by the random generator. This giveaway is a great way to win a special gift for the loved one of your life for Valentines Day.

Its Snowing.... What can you do?

2011-01-10T15:04:00.000-05:00

Its snowing outside, what can you do? Really the kids are board you cannot go anywhere because there has been issued a "State of Emergency".
State of emergency. Yea I live in the south so this is common because they do not experience the marvelous lifestyles like people in the northern states and countries do.
In the south they call out school and businesses. People do not have the proper gear for their vehicles and down here we do not have enough salt/gravel trucks or plows to keep the roads clear.
So how do we cope when we have children in the house and they are running wild like crazy baboons asking you over and over again
"What do I do, I am bored??" "mom, I am bored"
Well they can make snow cream
you will need

5 c. snow (Clean snow, stay away from yellow snow)
1 c milk
1 tsp vanilla
1 c sugar
Mix your ingredients and gradually add the snow and continue to mix then you can serve with chocolate syrup, sprinkles, candies, etc.

So this will keep them busy for a short time.

Go over to www.freeprintables.net and print off some coloring pages for your little ones they have many to chose from and it will give them the joy of decorating your fridge.

Make a craft together there are many crafts available out there for youngsters to try. www.Allfreecrafts.com has a variety of many ideas.

Better yet if you are one of those moms who want a break and need peace and quiet. Books will be your best friend. You can read to them or they can read to you or themselves. It will keep them busy.

Good luck with these great ideas and I hope they help.
Have a great day