January 2013, Hi everyone.

I haven't been blogging as often as I would like, but let's see what I can do to change all that.

I hope you all are doing well.

I have been a TV Reality fan for years and most notably Big Brother is my show of choice.

Lately, I have been watching Survivor and the most recent season was very entertaining.  I found some interesting people who actually were entertaining, but also had something to say during their adventures.  3 people Mike Skupin, Jonathan Penner, and Lisa Whelchel who you may have known from an old TV show called The Facts of Life.

There were other in the season which were fun, but these three had character in that they were real at times during the show where others maybe not so much.  They talked about relationships, spirituality and life's challenges, i.e. having a difficult childhood.

I think that this taught me something in my older age now.

It taught me to appreciate each day as you never know what tomorrow will bring.

In 2013, I intend to thank God for each day I wake up, to take time to more appreciate the world and to not be as pessimistic as I sometimes can be.  Also, be thankful, I have to remind myself to be appreciative of this life.

I found an entertaining podcast to watch so I can laugh about my Reality tv, Rob Cestrinino and his wife Nicole have a podcast about Reality tv which tends to draw in people to think about the humour, the way people think and just being real.  I will do all that and more.

Have a good day everyone and God bless!

I love meeting new people, especially those who inspire me.

Friday i met a new friend who i could see offers her time for all the causes that mean something to her.

She did inspire me to think about doing some of that as well.

I love seeing a spirit that shines beyond ones own life and she offers just that.

I enjoyed listening to my new friend and a long time good friend talk about people and life and it is refreshing to see such honesty and candor.

I hope we all try and be good to others and offer something back to the communities which we appreciate.

Be well everyone, and thanks for reading my blog.

Derrick

2012- Welcome and God Bless

First, welcome to the new year!

God bless everyone in their efforts to move forrward in life and realize and embrace the important parts of you and your life relationships.

Not to get all philosophical but here are some things i suggest we may look at for this year.

• Have a thankful spirit and attitude
• Have a generous outlook on life and think of someone other than yourself each day (maybe do a good deed)
• Thank God for your blessings- (While we all have challenges, God blesses us daily in ways we don't even realize)
• Don't sweat the small stuff - The big stuff is challenging enough
• Love those who are important to you and let them know regularily
• Smile and have a good laugh (it is truly good for the soul)
• Get a good nights sleep!
• Be silly now and then, it's ok

So now that i have said my thoughts, I wish all those who read this peace, success in your endeavours (spelled the Canadian way), and good health and many blessings going forward.

Thanks for taking the time to read my words.

Derrick

Salt, or not to salt, that is the question

Good tuesday everyone.

Can we discuss salt intake.  I have been aware for a while, that we as a whole, we ingest way too much salt.  I must admit that i love salt, but i suspect it is affecting my health.  I add salt to most foods and enjoy it immensely.  I have been working to reduce the additional salt in my foods.

To do that, i have started using fresh ground pepper, garlic, cumin, paprika and other spices.

The reason i decided to write about that today is Jillian Michaels.  She did a podcast today talking about salt and i agree with her point of view.  We have so much salt in our diets which makes us hold on to water and this forces the heart to work harder to combat this.

I have high blood pressure and take meds to combat this, so i will be trying hard over the next few weeks to not add more salt to my foods and get flavour from natural ingredients aside from salt.

I want to be healthier.  I am also starting to walk every day for at least 10-15 minutes, preferably 30 minutes or more.

I wish good health to everyone and hope that i can improve my health as well.

Have a good day!

What about friendship?

Good Monday everyone.

Let's start off the week by smiling to at least one person today and say hello to someone you do not know.

I have been doing a little look inside about how friendships can be either strong or weak depending on the efforts by both parties.

In the past, i have at times been neglectful of those important friendships and relationships to me.

A few months ago i had a life changing experience and committed to being a better friend.

I find it humourous how my past behaviours have impacted those friendships.

It is painful to lose the people who have been special in the past.  It is my responsibility to focus
on me and be better going forward.

It is important that i nurture the people whom i appreciate and not take anyone for granted.


I don't want to get too preachy, but that also includes GOD.  He has been very good to me and i truly have taken this relationship for granted.

So, here it is, i am writing this and putting it out there for the world to see.  I will appreciate the special relationships of the past, and grow and appreciate those i have now and those i will develop in the future.

How is that for accountability.

Have a great week everyone!

Please pray for the less fortunate

Good Sunday to all.

Today i would like to ask that everyone who reads this pray for those who you know who are going through difficult life moments or illness, or if you are so inclined, do something kind for the people in our lives who are less fortunate. 

While sometimes i may feel like life isn't what i have wanted, my life compared to many is wonderful.  I will be praying for and caring about those who need it.

To all those who make that effort, I pray God will bless you and give you peace, and inspiration to continue to be the best person you can be.

Have a great day!

Looking forward to summer

I feel such good energy when the whether gets warmer.  Summer has been a long time coming and i am so looking forward to the warm temps and the sun.  What is your favorite summer activity?  I love to walk, for miles and miles...Usually, i will have an mp3 player on and listen to my favorite tunes..My top 3 are currently Taylor Swift, 60's monkees, and some very relaxing and uplifting christian music.

I don't know about you, but the nice weather helps clear the mind and relax the body.

Today, it is rainy but warmer, not summer weather yet, but i can feel it coming.

What's up for you this weekend, i'm all ears!

God Bless!