tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57417938450252840202010-03-05T11:37:11.957-06:00"The wise woman builds her house,<br> but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down."Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17947650488344927815kate@proverbs14.comBlogger119125proverbs14-1http://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741793845025284020.post-52835123970509868592009-08-10T07:17:00.004-05:002009-08-10T07:28:44.503-05:002009-08-10T07:28:44.503-05:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SoAR8pndOFI/AAAAAAAAAZg/XTQRAOyU_-w/s1600-h/Clocks.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SoAR8pndOFI/AAAAAAAAAZg/XTQRAOyU_-w/s400/Clocks.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368310489486800978" /></a><br /><div>This is going to be short and sweet:</div><div><br /></div><div>I need a little break.  Over the past week or two, I've been feeling led to put blogging aside for a little while, probably a few weeks or so.  I've suddenly gone from working at DangerBear's business for 2 hours per day to 5 hours per day, and it seems my blogging time was in those three hours.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'll also be getting used to a new routine as Chickpea starts first grade at a nearby Christian school.  My goal is to work in plenty of fun things for Chickpea and I to do in the afternoons, like crafts, baking, and going to the park.</div><div><br /></div><div>To you ladies who have multiple children or who homeschool: You have my undying respect and admiration.  Right now I feel like I'm doing all I can just to keep my head above water.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'll definitely be back, so I hope that if you haven't already, that you'll <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1">subscribe</a> so you'll know when I start posting again.  I might be on <a href="http://twitter.com/ProverbsWoman">Twitter</a> from time to time as well.</div><div><br /></div><div>I love you ladies, and I can't wait to get back to blogging! =)</div><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 So we tore up a 50 square foot patch of grass and tried to squeeze in way too many plants.  So began Chickpea's "small-scale farm."</div><div><br /></div><div>Yesterday, we had our first harvest: four beautiful, tasty-looking jalapenos!</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Smm4guDhiuI/AAAAAAAAAZI/nxwPNFLBGno/s400/Jalapenos.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362019703619422946" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Yummy!</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm just as excited as Chickpea.  It's been so much fun watching the plants grow and produce fruit.  There are more peppers on the way and oodles of tomatoes.  We also planted watermelon and muskmelon plants.  We kind of ignored the spacing requirements for those, but apparently they really do need ten feet of space.  Those things are taking over!</div><div><br /></div><div>I realized last night that I should be keeping a gardening journal of some kind, both as a scrapbook and as an idea file for future years.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'd love to hear from those of you that garden!</div><div><ul><li>What kinds of things do you plant?<br /></li><li>What tips do you have for a newbie?<br /></li><li>Do you keep a gardening journal?<br /></li></ul></div><div><br /></div><div><a expr:name='data:post.title' expr:id='data:post.url' onmouseover='return addthis_open(this, "", this.id, this.name);' onmouseout='addthis_close()' onclick='return addthis_sendto()'><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/lg-share-en.gif" width="125" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0"/></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js?pub=proverbswoman"></script></div><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 Because libraries really, really Work for Me!  Here's why:</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Free Books!</span>  This is obvious, but I think we tend to take this for granted.  Think of it: An entire building <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">filled</span> with books that you are welcome to take home and read, for free!  It's the perfect opportunity to try something new without worrying about the cost.  I currently have about 50 books checked out of various libraries.  Assuming the average book cost is $12, that's $600 worth of books sitting in my living room.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">No Clutter! </span> Sure, some books are worth owning.  You'll read them over and over again, or they're reference books.  Most books, however, are read once and then placed on a shelf to collect dust.  Why not let the librarians do the dusting instead?</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Any Book!</span>  If you can't find the book you're looking for, many libraries offer an Inter-Library Loan program.  They'll find a library that has the book you want and will have it shipped to your local branch.  Some libraries do this for free, while others charge a small fee.  (My library will do it for $1 per book.)</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Just Pick 'Em Up! </span> I love this one!  If your library has an online catalog, you may be able to reserve the books you want.  The librarian will gather your books and have them waiting behind the circulation desk.  This is such a timesaver!  No more running all over the library with a scrap of paper filled with call numbers.  It's especially awesome at my Big City library.  It's actually a network of five or six libraries, and I can use the online system to reserve books from any of those branches.  They'll deliver all the books to the central branch without charging me ILL fees.</div><div><br /></div><div>(Oh, and two final tips: Keep all of your library books in one spot and mark the due dates on your calendar in <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">red</span> ink.)</div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SmaBdgJOb3I/AAAAAAAAAY4/RzQsBCYE8tc/s1600-h/Works+for+Me+Wednesday+Button.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 153px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SmaBdgJOb3I/AAAAAAAAAY4/RzQsBCYE8tc/s200/Works+for+Me+Wednesday+Button.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361114750275972978" /><br /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); text-decoration: underline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.wearethatfamily.com/">Check out more Works for Me Wednesday.</a></span></span></div><br /></div><div><a expr:name='data:post.title' expr:id='data:post.url' onmouseover='return addthis_open(this, "", this.id, this.name);' onmouseout='addthis_close()' onclick='return addthis_sendto()'><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/lg-share-en.gif" width="125" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0"/></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js?pub=proverbswoman"></script></div><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 I always assumed we'd homeschool full-time when she got old enough.</div><div><br /></div><div>Now here we are.  She's about to enter first grade, and for the past few months, the issue has been on the front burner.  As much as I wanted to teach her at home, as much as I was looking forward to it and had my heart set on it, it doesn't seem to be God's plan for us right now.</div><div><br /></div><div>It broke my heart.</div><div><br /></div><div>DangerBear tried to comfort me by reminding me that I could still do homeschool-type things at home, and that in reality, EVERY parent is a homeschooling parent.  That's totally true, by the way, and besides, academics is only one part of a well-rounded Christian education.</div><div><br /></div><div>It still broke my heart.</div><div><br /></div><div>On thinking and praying, though, I'm able to see how God has orchestrated this.  Even though we're in a pretty rural area, there's an excellent Christian school nearby.  I've set up a meeting with the principal and the first grade teacher, and the principal is incredibly nice and enthusiastic.</div><div><br /></div><div>We haven't made a final decision yet.  The meeting is tomorrow, so it depends on the answers to the questions we have.  If you have a moment, I'd like to ask for your prayer.  I know God has a plan for Chickpea's education, and we want to follow it!  I'd also love to hear about your experiences, whether your children attend public or private school or are homeschooled.</div><div><br /></div><div><a expr:name='data:post.title' expr:id='data:post.url' onmouseover='return addthis_open(this, "", this.id, this.name);' onmouseout='addthis_close()' onclick='return addthis_sendto()'><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/lg-share-en.gif" width="125" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0"/></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js?pub=proverbswoman"></script></div><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 153px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SlQNvnnA7DI/AAAAAAAAAYQ/rj6dnNjZEAs/s200/Works+for+Me+Wednesday+Button.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355920968587996210" /></a><br /><div><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">I tend to have some sleep problems from time to time, whether it’s taking too long to fall asleep or repeatedly waking up at night.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Lately, though, I’ve had a much harder time, so I decided to do some research into getting a better night’s sleep.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>I found some great information and wanted to share what I learned, because a good night’s sleep <a href="http://www.wearethatfamily.com/">Works for Me</a>!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Getting a Good Night’s Sleep<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b> <o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Preparations:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>How much sleep do you need?</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Obviously, if your body needs 8 hours of sleep and you’re only getting 6, you need to make some changes. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>However, the opposite is also true: Trying to sleep 8 or more hours when you only need 6-7 will not only be difficult, but can make you groggy during the day.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Have a regular sleep schedule.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>This means going to bed at the same time every night and waking up at the same time every morning, including weekends.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>I’m sorry.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>The bedroom is for sleeping.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>(And, ahem, other things…)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Using the bedroom for working, paying bills, watching TV, etc. can make it difficult to fall asleep later.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>You want your mind to associate the bedroom with sleeping.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>In what condition is your mattress?</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If it’s sagging in the middle, or just plain old, you might need to save up for a new one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Also, take into account whether you prefer a softer or harder mattress.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>While you’re at it, make sure you’re sleeping on a comfy pillow that provides enough support. <o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>During the Day:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Get enough sunshine.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Your body uses the daily cycles of light and dark to figure out when it should be asleep.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>(I know, that’s a very technical explanation!)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>I’ve found that if I don’t get much sunlight during the day, I don’t sleep as well.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Be active!</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>I can see this very clearly with Chickpea, and I have no doubt it works for us adults, too: Getting plenty of movement during the day helps you sleep better at night.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Clean your room, young lady!</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Make your bed in the morning, and keep your bedroom neat and clean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Visual clutter can be stress-inducing, and climbing into an unmade bed surrounded by mess can certainly make it hard to relax.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Don’t nap during the day.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>I’ve been guilty of this lately, and it’s easy to fall into a vicious cycle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Sleep poorly one night, then take a nap the next afternoon, and then you can’t fall asleep again that night!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Unless you’re a newborn, daytime is not for sleeping.<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>A Few Hours Before Bed:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Avoid caffeine and alcohol.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>This will be different for everyone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Maybe you can tolerate a cup of coffee an hour before bed, while someone else needs to steer clear of coffee for at least five hours.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Eat a light dinner.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Or at least, don’t eat an exceptionally heavy meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>It’s no fun trying to sleep when dinner is heavy like lead in your stomach.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Don’t snack right before bed.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Same reason as above.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Or, have a snack!</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Sometimes having a little something (key word: little) can keep you from being too hungry to sleep.<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>30 Minutes Before Bed:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Avoid the screen.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>This means TV, movies, and (gulp) the Internet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>It’s way too easy to get caught up in it until it’s suddenly way past your bedtime.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Plus, the bright light of the computer screen isn’t exactly conducive to sleep.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Dim the lights.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>The idea is to get your body to realize that it’s almost bedtime.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Try turning off the overhead lights and just using a bedside lamp.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Get the temperature right.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>In general, people sleep better in a slightly cool room.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If possible, turn the air conditioning down a couple degrees at night.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Try using ceiling or floor fans to keep the air circulating.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Use lightweight sheets and pajamas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>(In the winter, of course, you’ll want to use quilts and blankets.)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Take a cool shower if you need to.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Have a relaxing before-bed routine.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>This will be different for each person, but the key is to start winding down in preparation for sleep.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Here are some ideas:<o:p></o:p></span></li> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Turn on some soft music or hymns.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Take a shower or bath to relax.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Read a magazine or book (nothing intense, though).<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Have a cup of (decaffeinated) tea or a glass of warm milk.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Work on a relaxing hobby, like knitting or crocheting.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Write in a journal.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Read the Psalms.<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Perform some relaxation exercises (for example, yoga).<o:p></o:p></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo4; tab-stops:list 1.0in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">Use aromatherapy: lavender and chamomile are very relaxing.<o:p></o:p></li> </ul> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Avoid arguments.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span></b><span style="font-weight:normal">Tense discussions should be saved for another time.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Pray!</b><span style="font-weight:normal"> Ask God for help, and pray for a good night’s rest.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Also be sure to thank Him for the blessings He’s given you!<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>At Bedtime:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Turn out the lights.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Remember, you want your body to know it’s time for sleep.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If necessary, use a sleep mask to block out light.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Don’t look at the clock.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Face it away from you if necessary.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>You don’t need to be constantly reminded of the time.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Make it quiet.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Get rid of ticking clocks and other noise-makers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If this isn’t possible, try using a “white noise” machine.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Get comfy and relax.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Keep your eyes closed and focus on relaxing all of your muscles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Try tensing and then relaxing your muscles, starting at your feet and working your way up.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Breathe.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Focus on your breathing, and make sure you’re breathing from your stomach and not just your chest.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Don’t force it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span></b><span style="font-weight:normal">Don’t think things like, “If I don’t fall asleep right now, I won’t be able to get up in the morning!”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Trust me: That doesn’t help.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Instead, focus your thoughts on how comfortable you are and how sleepy you feel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Relaxing, empty sorts of thoughts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Try pretending you’re somewhere relaxing, like alone on a beach.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Find out what’s bugging you.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If thoughts or worries tend to keep you awake, then keep a notepad and pen next to the bed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Jot down any tasks you want to remember.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If you’re stressed about something, try making a list: “Things That Are Bothering Me.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Write down everything that comes to mind.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>It sounds silly, but it often helps to simply identify what’s on your mind.<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>If You’re Still Having Trouble:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Don’t just lie there.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If you can’t fall asleep, get up and do something relaxing until you feel sleepy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Keep the lights low and stay off the computer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Even sitting in a comfortable chair with the lights off may help.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>Write it all down.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Sometimes it’s just hard to turn your mind off!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If you just can’t clear your mind, try stream of consciousness writing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Grab a cheap notebook or some paper and start writing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Forget grammar, spelling, and even complete sentences.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Write down your thoughts as you have them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Don’t worry if it’s sloppy or doesn’t make any sense.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>The point is to get it all out of your head so you can relax.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo6; tab-stops:list .5in;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><b>See a doctor.</b><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>If you’re having consistent trouble falling or staying asleep, it might be best to see your doctor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>Sometimes insomnia can be a symptom of an underlying condition.<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none">If you have some advice for getting a good night’s sleep, I hope you’ll share it in the comments!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>A lot of people have trouble sleeping from time to time, and it’s really helpful to have a “plan of action” to help get your sleep back on track.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p> <!--EndFragment--> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /><div><a expr:name='data:post.title' expr:id='data:post.url' onmouseover='return addthis_open(this, "", this.id, this.name);' onmouseout='addthis_close()' onclick='return addthis_sendto()'><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/lg-share-en.gif" width="125" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0"/></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js?pub=proverbswoman"></script></div><br /><br /><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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style="font-size:medium;">It was a weekend morning, and the house was gloriously quiet.  DangerBear was still asleep.  Chickpea had eaten her breakfast and was reading in her bedroom.  I was downstairs, in the living room, absorbing the peacefulness.  I rearranged the couch pillows and lay down.  At this point, I probably sighed in contentment.  All was right with the world.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Then something buzzed by my ear.</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">A fly.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">A fly that apparently found me irresistible, as it repeatedly dive-bombed me and buzzed around my head.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I grabbed a nearby magazine and swatted, but to no avail: The beast was too fast.</span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I decided to ignore it, and returned to the couch.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">The fly followed.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I swatted, in vain.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">The game continued until Chickpea finished her book and came downstairs to ceaselessly ask me random questions.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">My ill-fated nap was made even more frustrating by the fact that it was my own fault.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I had spotted the fly earlier that morning: It had landed, lethargically, on the table next to my chair.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I could have caught it at that moment, but Alas!</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">In a ridiculous act of procrastination, I decided to do it later.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">In between aggravating fly-catching attempts, I pondered the parallels between my current endeavor and the consequences of procrastination.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">The ramifications of putting something off are annoying and inconvenient.</span></b></span><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Procrastinating on something that needs to be done, even a small task, has consequences.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Sure, losing the chance for a nap isn’t a big deal; it’s just kind of annoying. </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Putting something off might not lead to catastrophe, but not having it done right away will have some kind of fallout.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Procrastination is stressful.</span></b></span><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">How can you enjoy yourself if That Thing You Should Be Doing But Aren’t keeps invading your thoughts?</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Like the fly that kept buzzing past my ear, That Thing makes it impossible for you to relax.</span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">You feel guilty for putting it off, so it keeps “bugging” you.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">(Sorry, I couldn’t resist!)</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Procrastinating usually ends up requiring more effort than necessary.</span></b></span><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">If I had caught the fly while it was relaxing contentedly on the table, I would have saved myself some time and effort.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Here’s a more normal example: If I put off spot-treating a stained shirt, the stain will set.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I’ll then have to repeatedly treat and wash it, hoping the stain will eventually come out.</span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">If I treat the stain right away, the shirt will come clean in the wash and everybody’s happy.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Doing it now saves time later.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I would like to thank that little fly (may it rest in peace) for teaching me these valuable lessons, and for providing me with an appropriate, though bizarre, analogy.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Does this mean I’ll never procrastinate again?</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Sadly, no.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">It’s a deeply ingrained habit for me, but it’s one I’m working on.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Actually, it’s probably a good thing my nap was interrupted.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I should have been doing laundry.</span></span></p> <!--EndFragment--> <p></p><div><a expr:name='data:post.title' expr:id='data:post.url' onmouseover='return addthis_open(this, "", this.id, this.name);' onmouseout='addthis_close()' onclick='return 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 I now own an ice cream maker, and that brings me to my Works for Me Wednesday.  Today's theme is "favorite Summer recipes," and the first thing that popped into my mind wasn't one recipe, but a book of them: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580088082?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=whipro141wom-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1580088082">The Perfect Scoop</a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=whipro141wom-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1580088082" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />, by David Lebovitz.</p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580088082?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=whipro141wom-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1580088082"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SkrHqwJ2gsI/AAAAAAAAAXE/rkMkY7yDJj8/s400/Perfect+Scoop.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353310644377912002" /></a><p>If you thought treats from the ice cream truck were good, wait until you try making your own with these recipes!  Here are a few of the flavors in the book:</p><p></p><ul><li>Chocolate-Peanut Butter</li><li>Butterscotch Pecan</li><li>Chocolate-Raspberry</li><li>Toasted Almond &amp; Candied Cherry</li><li>Rum Raisin</li></ul><div>Oh, wait!  What about these, more unusual, recipes:</div><div><ul><li>Basil Ice Cream</li><li>Black Pepper Ice Cream</li><li>Avocado Ice Cream</li><li>Fresh Fig Ice Cream</li></ul><div>Not to mention frozen yogurts, gelatos, and sorbets.  Oh, and the chapter on "vessels," with recipes for brownies, sandwich cookies, ice cream cones, and more.  And then there are the chapters on mix-ins and toppings.  This is my favorite ice cream cookbook ever.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">After you make your ice cream, don't forget to sing:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">"I scream; you scream; we all scream for ICE CREAM!"</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">'Cuz, you know, ice cream in summertime <a href="http://www.wearethatfamily.com/">Works for Me</a>.</div></div><p></p><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 3px; padding-right: 3px; padding-bottom: 3px; padding-left: 3px; width: auto; font: normal normal normal 100%/normal Georgia, serif; text-align: left; "><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SkbPrmyLeaI/AAAAAAAAAW8/fVlvfC51yM8/s1600-h/Ice+Cubes.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /></span><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SkbPrmyLeaI/AAAAAAAAAW8/fVlvfC51yM8/s400/Ice+Cubes.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352193555228752290" style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px; " /></a><p>We've been having a bit of a heat wave here this week, with temperatures in the nineties and way too much humidity.  Our thermostat is currently set to 78; this feels really nice when coming in from outside, but too warm when we're trying to sleep.  Here are some ways to stay cool without fiddling with the thermostat:</p><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">Be Prepared:</span></p><p></p><ol><li>Close the curtains to keep sunlight (and heat) out.<br /></li><li>Keep a bottle of lotion in the refrigerator.  Apply liberally.</li><li>Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the refrigerator.  Give your face a spritz every so often.<br /></li><li>Wear loose-fitting clothing in breathable fabrics (like cotton).<br /></li><li>Stick your pillow in the freezer for half an hour before bed.  (I haven't tried this; my pillow would probably end up smelling like chicken and ground beef.)<br /></li></ol><p></p><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">Cool The House (Or Leave It!):</span></p><p></p><ol><li>Turn on some fans.<br /></li><li>Try not to use the oven, stove, or clothes dryer.<br /></li><li>Keep the lights off as much as possible.</li><li>Have a water fight (outside, of course!).  Forget little water pistols; grab the garden hose!<br /></li><li>Hang out somewhere that uses air conditioning liberally, like the mall or library.  Or the frozen section of the grocery store.<br /></li></ol><p></p><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">Cool Yourself:</span></p><p></p><ol><li>Take a COLD shower.<br /></li><li>Drink a glass of ice water.<br /></li><li>Eat a popsicle, or some ice cream.<br /></li><li>Soak a bandana in cold water and tie it around your neck.<br /></li><li>Try using a lotion or body wash containing mint, which has a cooling effect.</li></ol><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">How do <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; ">you</span> stay cool in the summer?</span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><p></p><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align: middle; 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 Thanks, Charlene!</p><p><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 182px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SiZtqvbpQQI/AAAAAAAAAVk/ZgPx1FEW_Jk/s200/uberaward.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343078588976021762" /></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10px; ">Uber-Amazing Blog Award</span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10px;"><br /></span></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 195px; height: 200px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SiZtqMdvUCI/AAAAAAAAAVc/QitdToZfgVc/s200/lemonade-1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343078579589566498" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Attitude of Gratitude Award</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 10px;"><br /></span></div><p></p><p>So, to pass on the love, here are some of my favorite blogs to whom I'm passing on the awards:</p><p></p><ul><li><a href="http://prettyorganizedpalace.blogspot.com/">Pretty Organized Palace</a>- I love her gorgeous photos as well as her series on 12 Homemaking Skills.<br /></li><li><a href="http://www.hearthmanagement.com/">Heart(h) Management</a>- Her "It's a REAL Job Series" about becoming a better homemaker is awesome.<br /></li><li><a href="http://inashoe.com/">Life in a Shoe</a>- One of the first blogs I started reading.  I love the pics of her kids, and she's my hero for <a href="http://inashoe.com/2009/05/29/recharge-ac/">recharging the A/C</a> in her car.<br /></li><li><a href="http://makinghome.blogspot.com/">Making Home</a>- Lots of good posts here.  Her <a href="http://makinghome.blogspot.com/2009/05/wise-worded-women.html">Wise-Worded Woman</a> post stresses that in order to speak with wisdom, we need to be women of the Word.<br /></li><li><a href="http://treasuredbelle.blogspot.com/">Musings of a Mompreneur</a>- Great tips and ideas on making money from home!<br /></li><li><a href="http://simplemom.net/">Simple Mom</a>- Her <a href="http://simplemom.net/resources/downloads/">free downloads</a> are fantastic, especially her Daily Docket.<br /></li></ul><div>Thanks again, Charlene, for the nod!</div><div>I hope you'll all check out these great blogs.</div><p></p><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 Here's how it will look.  You first print the odd pages with the horizontal layout:</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Shyobt3z3UI/AAAAAAAAAVE/hzaYfttaC5Q/s1600-h/Print+Tip+Odd.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Shyobt3z3UI/AAAAAAAAAVE/hzaYfttaC5Q/s320/Print+Tip+Odd.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340328452278181186" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Then you put those pages back in the printer (with the correct orientation, depending on your printer) and print the even pages on the other side:</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/ShyobQedhKI/AAAAAAAAAU8/X2ygYuOM5vM/s1600-h/Print+Tip+Even.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/ShyobQedhKI/AAAAAAAAAU8/X2ygYuOM5vM/s320/Print+Tip+Even.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340328444387230882" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>If you like, you can then cut apart the pages, hole punch them, and use book rings to make your own little book.  Here's an e-book I printed a while back:</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/ShyocKTJWGI/AAAAAAAAAVM/KCoHPBzwDFA/s1600-h/Print+Tip.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/ShyocKTJWGI/AAAAAAAAAVM/KCoHPBzwDFA/s320/Print+Tip.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340328459909027938" /></a><p><br /></p><p>This will take some experimenting.  Once you figure out how to do it with your printer, definitely write it down so you'll remember for next time!  You'll be able to print a 100 page document using only 13 pieces of paper!  (Or 25, if you don't want to mess with double-sided printing.)<br /></p><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 I eventually overcame my pride and called DangerBear, who got me directions.  We probably walked nearly five miles.  Chickpea was not happy with me.</p><p>Another praise: The weather was gorgeous.  About five minutes after we found the car, it started to rain.  :)</p><p style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">My Goals</span></p><p>I've been doing really well with some of my goals:</p><p></p><ul><li>Straightened up the house every day</li><li>Drank my water every day</li><li>Took Chickpea outside almost every day</li><li>Took my vitamin almost every day</li><li>Cleaned the kitchen most days</li><li>Ate breakfast most days</li></ul><div>Some goals need a little help:</div><div><ul><li>I've missed several days of Bible reading</li><li>I haven't written in my journal in a couple of days</li><li>I've only made dinner about half the time</li></ul><div>Finally, some goals are on life support:</div><div><ul><li>My well-intentioned cleaning schedule went *pouf*</li><li>Fruit with breakfast and lunch?  What?</li></ul><div>Yeah, so I'm working on it.  I have to keep reminding myself that this is about improving, not being perfect.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">How are you doing?  Sign the Mr. Linky and share your goals!</span></div><div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.blenza.com/linkies/autolink.php?owner=proverbs14v1&amp;postid=15May2009&amp;meme=2149"></script><br /></div></div></div><p></p><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0" /></a> <a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 153px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SgoiJZN8J3I/AAAAAAAAAUU/nFw-idzvuTY/s200/Works+for+Me+Wednesday+Button.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335114253357295474" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.wearethatfamily.com/">(More Works for Me Wednesday)</a></span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I don't like having lots of little gadgets and appliances in the kitchen, although I love looking at them in Williams Sonoma.  I prefer to have items that I can use for more than one purpose.  Here's one example:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">My Gravy Separator</span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SgohW2kBhAI/AAAAAAAAAT0/Qk7w2akSwKg/s1600-h/Gravy+Separator.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 259px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SgohW2kBhAI/AAAAAAAAAT0/Qk7w2akSwKg/s320/Gravy+Separator.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335113385061221378" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Yes I know the picture is sideways.  I've never had a problem with this, but Blogger was driving me nuts.  I have groceries to put away, so it's staying sideways.)</span></div><div><br /></div><div>I bought it one year at Thanksgiving to, well, separate gravy.  For a while that was its only purpose, until I realized that I could use the mesh strainer on its own.</div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Sgn-6fpfKOI/AAAAAAAAATc/Mo42FCO9oGk/s1600-h/Gravy+Strainer.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 262px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Sgn-6fpfKOI/AAAAAAAAATc/Mo42FCO9oGk/s400/Gravy+Strainer.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335075514478438626" /></a><br /></div><div>Now I use it for other things as well, such as...</div><div><ul><li>serving the gravy, so I don't need a gravy boat</li><li>mise en place (holding water or other liquid so it's ready while I'm cooking)</li><li>sifting powdered sugar (it sifts right into the container so I can measure as I go)</li><li>dusting my work surface with flour</li><li>dusting baked goods (like cake or french toast) with powdered sugar</li><li>straining small amounts of jam or preserves</li></ul><div style="text-align: center;">All that from one little tool!  That definitely Works for Me!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">How do you get the most from your kitchen gadgets?</span></div><div><br /></div></div><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0"/></a>&nbsp;<a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 225px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/SgRMQi8rdLI/AAAAAAAAAS8/eXcMDUy5bBw/s320/Philippians+Friday+Button.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333471705856439474" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://proverbs14-1.blogspot.com/2009/03/new-meme-starting-friday.html">(Learn More About Philippians 3:14 Fridays</a>)<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you didn't get a chance to download the new monthly goal tracker, you can find it <a href="http://proverbs14.1blog.googlepages.com/GoalTracker.doc">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's what mine looks like.  The one you can download is a Microsoft Word document that you can customize with your own goals.</div><div><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/9u-zio5m4b2tJ8GIx9yXRw?authkey=Gv1sRgCMaums_FzpGXGQ&amp;feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_0X6uRLIVua0/Sf-fciPyz4I/AAAAAAAAAR8/WGISUSozMEI/s800/GoalTracker.jpg" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;">(Sorry it's so big, but I wanted you to be able to see it properly.)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">My Progress</span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Daily Goals: </span>So far this month (not counting today), I've...</div><div><ul><li>done my Bible reading 6 times,</li><li>written in my journal 6 times,</li><li>taken Chickpea outside 6 times,</li><li>done my cleaning task 2 times (oops),</li><li>completed my dinner prep early 4 times</li><li>actually made dinner only 3 times (How'd that happen?!),</li><li>straightened up the house every day (7 times),</li><li>cleaned the kitchen before bed 5 times,</li><li>taken my vitamin and drank my water every day,</li><li>eaten breakfast 6 times, and</li><li>had a piece of fruit with breakfast 6 times.</li></ul><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Weekly Goals: </span>Doing pretty well with these, but I have to write up my meal plan for the week.  I was supposed to do that on Wednesday.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Reading:</span> Haven't started my books yet!</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Projects:</span> I'm almost done cleaning out my kitchen cabinets, and I'm working on preparing for the State Fair baking contests.  We finished digging up the grass in the garden; DangerBear just has to rototill it.  (Is "rototill" a word??)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">So how are you all doing with your goals?</span></div></div></div><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.blenza.com/linkies/autolink.php?owner=proverbs14v1&amp;postid=08May2009&amp;meme=2149"></script><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0"/></a>&nbsp;<a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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 =)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://proverbs14.1blog.googlepages.com/GoalTracker.doc">Download the Goal Tracker!</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://proverbs14-1.blogspot.com/2008/01/free-downloads.html">Check Out My Other Downloads!</a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">How to Set It Up</span></div><div><br /></div><div>Once you download and open the document, you can customize it with your own goals and projects:</div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">The Date</span>- Click on the month and year fields to fill in... the month and year!  Aren't you glad you have these instructions?</li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Daily Goals</span>- There's room for twelve daily goals.  Click on each field (labeled "Goal") and type one of your goals.  Try to keep it super-short; just a word or two.  If you don't need all the columns, just click the "Goal" field and hit delete.  You can just leave the columns empty, or mess around with deleting them.</li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Weekly Goals</span>- You can put up to seven weekly goals here.  Click the "Goal" field and type a goal.    To the right of each goal are five circles, each with a "Date" label.  You can just delete the labels if you want, or you can type in the dates you want to do the goal.  For example, I want to set up a playdate for Chickpea each Friday this month, so my circles are labeled 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, and 5/29.  Clear as mud?  Just delete whatever you don't need!</li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Reading</span>- Depending on how many books you want to read, I put this in both columns.  The left column has room for two books, and the right column has room for a few more.  (When I did my own goal tracker, I had a bunch of projects and didn't have room for books on the right-hand column.)  You can delete them from wherever you don't want them.  Anyhoo, click on the "Book Title" field and, well, you know.  All the circles under each book are for chapters read.  There are forty circles for each book.  If you read books of that length, you have my praise.  Delete any you don't want.  =)</li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">Projects</span>- There are, I think, ten project spaces in the right-hand column.  Just click the "Project Title" field and enter a quick description of the project you want to work on.  Then just type in your tasks; these are the individual steps needed to accomplish your project.  Just hit "enter" to add more tasks, and delete any project spaces you don't need.  If you can't fit it all on one page, well, maybe you're trying to do too much.  Plus, I didn't feel like designing a two page project planner.  :)</li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">I think that's it.</span>  I've never made something quite as customize-able-ish before, so let me know if you have any problems/suggestions/chocolate.</li></ol></div><div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://proverbs14.1blog.googlepages.com/GoalTracker.doc">Download the Goal Tracker Form!</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://proverbs14-1.blogspot.com/2008/01/free-downloads.html">Some Other Neat Things to Download!</a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I hope you enjoy it!</div></div></div></div><br /><p><a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="http://www.feedburner.com/fb/images/pub/feed-icon16x16.png" alt="" style="vertical-align:middle;border:0"/></a>&nbsp;<a href="http://feeds2.feedburner.com/proverbs14-1" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml">Like what you see? 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