We are all aging.  From the moment we are born, we are aging.
 In the beginning, we are excited to be turning five, sixteen, twenty-one, with each new age we gain more and more freedoms.  By the time we are in our thirties, we should be more or less, free to do whatever we wish.  Our forties arrive, and we realize, perhaps, for the first time that we are not immortal.  That yes, our bodies, faces, and minds, and let's not forget our eyes, are aging.
      At this point, I am forty-five to date, we need to make a decision.  Are we going to age graceful, with a smile on our face.  Or are we going to fight it, only to find in the end no matter how many squats we did, how many times we turned down that piece of chocolate cake, or how many surgeries or injections we have had, old age will find us.
     I say let's enjoy it.  Every moment, the good, the bad, and the ugly.  Every second of it.  So when we look at our faces in the mirror, when Father Time has caught up with us, we can account for every laugh line, every frown line, and every age spot.  And be grateful for every single one...

    I was sick last weekend, with what seemed to be a sinus infection/or cold, with all the body aches and exhaustion of the flu.  I am one of the lucky ones though.  I have the flexibility in my schedule to be able to just shut down.  To ly in bed, resting or sleeping, whatever my body needs to recover.  Without the hassle of children, their schedules, and other life responsibilities.
    For that I am grateful.
    For everyone else,who does not have that luxury, make sure when you come down with some thing, communicate with your family members that you are under the weather, and they need to help you get better.  Rather that be, cooking dinner, picking up after themselves, helping out with other siblings, what ever the case may be, and then you need to let them help.  Stay out of the way, don't try to control the situation to the way you want it done.  Let them do it their way.
     Be sure and thank them for what ever is was they were able to do for you to allow you to rest.   Even if it isn't done exactly the way you would do it, be grateful that they tried.  Let them know they are appreciated.  Then next time you are not feeling well they will be more apt to help.
     Just a thought...Enjoy your health today....
   

      Who knew we were causing all of these ailments in ourselves?  When we thought we were making the better choice, by choosing diet soda, or not using real sugar, we find out we were wrong.
Another reason we can not believe all the marking and advertising that goes on with these products.
I saw a commercial for Splenda the other day, and you would think by the way it was advertised that Splenda is one of the healthy, natural choice.  When in fact, it is one of the deadliest.
     When we are shopping, we have to remember to read labels.  If there is some thing you can not pronounce, or more than five ingredients listed, the product is more than likely made with dangerous toxins and chemicals.  Think before you buy.   Educate yourself.  And know, big business has one goal in mind, and it is not to keep us healthy, it is for profit. Period.

Water, it keeps us going!

     Our body is made up of 60% water. Do not forget to stay hydrated throughout your day. 
You will have better mental focus, better physical performance, less joint pain, and fewer illnesses.
Did you drinking water has been proven to decrease your chances of Alzheimer's disease and dementia?  Other reason to drink water.
     If you do not like the taste of water, like my husband, Eddie, you can add flavoring to make the taste mor appealing.  Try and stay away from products with aspertane and other artificial ingredients.  I just picked up a water pitcher with three infuser included.  One for tea, one for flavor, and one for chilling.  I got it at Bed, Bath, and Beyond for $29. I had a 20%off so I saved $6...

Take water breaks during the day and notice how much better your day is. Happy sipping

     All it takes is 15minutes in the morning to pack a quick lunch or at least a snack.
You will be happy you did on those hectic, crazy days when you don't have five minutes to look at a to go menu. Let alone wait for everyone else to decide where they are going, what they want, and who is going to go get it.  As you watch the few precious minutes you had before your next client tick away.
     That 15minutes will keep you from unhealthy choices.  You will feel much better at the end of a long day, when you had an apple and a handful of almonds, over that snickers bar.
     Make a commitment to pack your lunch every Wednesday and make note of how you feel Wednesday night compared to the other nights on the week.

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A couple of tips to start doing today towards better stylist health.

     We do not give our feet much thought, until the end of the day.  We can barely make it to our car, and cannot believe we forgot to bring another pair of shoes.  At least it was a good day.

     If you wore heels to work today, try wearing flats tomorrow.  Not only will your feet thank you, but your calves, knees, hips, and lower back will be singing your praises as well.