Time To Catch Up!

Goodness sakes! Where did the time go by? I swear this month is just flying by me. I can’t believe I actually haven’t written on here since the fourth! It’s like I’ve known and had things to write about for the blog, but my mind has been everywhere. I have had some opportunities come up recently, which yes has caused me to be a little busier than usual. However, I still have enough time to write on here. I just think my brain has been a little scattered and focused on so much else going on. Shame on me! My apologizes to all my regular visitors – and even the ones who just stumble on now and again or are brand new to my blog here.

Well let’s see, what has been going on? I have such a strong support beam behind me right now as I move forward in my life. Not going to turn back to depression or anxiety issues. I will fight tooth and nail if necessary to keep myself focused to a more positive and productive path. I am so thankful to so many people right now it isn’t even funny. I would be lost without the supportive guidance around me and I just can’t thank people enough. I am hoping to start some GED classes in the near future. Hopefully sometime this week I’ll be able to attain a little more information about those. Of course once GED is done, then it’s on to some type of college to pursue web and graphic design. Yes I want to be a writer, but it never hurts to make sure that backup plan is good to go, right?

My ankle has been getting better. It’s been a slow healing process, but it’s getting there. I can walk comfortably without the air splint on, as long as I keep the ace-wrap on. It’s when I take the ace wrap off I find myself having more pains come on a little quicker compared to when it’s on. The swelling has gone done quite a bit though and sometimes even looks like my normal ankle again! LOL! I haven’t gone back to my mile walks yet, partially because of this never ending heat wave and partially because I really do want to wait until my ankle is completely healed before I start up again.

I do have some specific topics in mind for posts. So hopefully I can get back on track with a steady stream of posts. I think I just need to suck down a little more coffee and schedule out some ‘blogging world’ time a bit better. Not allow myself to be so gold fish brained and really focus again! Thank you to all my visitors/readers both old and new for your patience! Let us hope (and presume) another two weeks won’t pass by before I post again.

--XOXO, Jane

Happy Birthday America!

It’s been 236 years now since the United States officially declared independence! Now I know I’ve said this before…and I assure you this won’t be the last time, but I am definitely not only proud, but humbled to say that I am an American. Words just don’t do it justice with how blessed I truly feel for the rights and freedoms I have in this country. For the men and women who have fought, and who presently fight for this amazing country. Each and every single one of them holds a special place in my heart.

Now for me this year, my celebrating plans have been limited. I didn’t make it to the parade earlier due to this massive heat wave (not trying to end up in the hospital) and my still sprained ankle. I am however planning on hobbling out to the front yard tonight though for at least a little while to see if I can spot any fireworks. Last year I was able to see some big ones from a display not too terribly far from the house. Granted, there was a bit of tree interference with my view, but I may again attempt to watch this year.

Okay, now to ask a favor to anyone who is playing outdoors in this massive heat wave, please drink plenty of water! Keep yourself hydrated. Heat strokes are no fun – let me assure you of that! Also if you’re setting off fireworks in your driveways or even out on the street, please keep a running hose to really make sure all fireworks get put out. This dry heat has me feeling a bit paranoid this year, with all the fires already featured on the news that are suspect of being or outright known to have been caused by fireworks.

Other than that, I do want to wish all my fellow Americans a wonderful and Happy 4^th of July! I hope you all have been enjoying the day celebrating our great country and continue to enjoy it!

--XOXO, Jane