Life has ups and downs. My professional life is going well. I am seeking continuous education to enhance my skills as a therapist. I am actively participating in book club, webinars, you tube tips, reviewing material, etc to enhance my knowledge and leadership skills as a freshly new Arbonne Independent Consultant. I had my first presentation/party and it was a success.
I'm practicing positivity daily with my goals in my pocket each day. The goals are simple.
1. To pay off credit cards.
2. To pay off school loans/other debts
3. Buy our dream home
4. To go on a fabulous vacation with my hubby and son
Where will you be in 5 years? I hope to achieve at least 1/2 of this and I am working my butt off to see that I accomplish it!! Because I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
I am balancing the role of mommy, wifey, OT, and Independent Consultant. I'm reaching out to old friends, making new friends. I finally feel confident and comfortable in my own skin. Hopefully soon I can incorporate some form of physical fitness in my schedule, but as for now, I'm doing ok weight wise. My baby is healthy and getting big. I think he's the cutest thing I've ever seen! :) I'm so in love with him.
Other matters of my personal life...not so much. All I can say is that I pray that the demons get casted out quickly. Please pray for our family.
In Jesus Name,
Angela <3 <3
Sweet Surrender
A blog about life, love and self discovery
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Newest Adventure
Well I am taking the position of an Arbonne Consultant in which I am very excited. I'm on a team with the most amazing women. I feel empowered for the first time in a long time!
God has led me down this path. After attending my first Arbonne party, I
felt a constant pull towards becoming a consultant. I had seen the big picture after an invitee
meeting with regional vice president. I
want to build a future with this company.
I kept hearing the word “opportunity” over and over. What fascinates me is that these ladies and
gentlemen in the business are everyday people like you and me. I thought, “Well I can do this.” I quickly became sold and signed up without
looking back. Only God knows what’s in
store for the future. And I look forward
where this experience will take me and my family.
I am a believer in sisterhood and unconditional
friends. Arbonne is surrounded by
motivated, inspired and positive people to encourage me to be the best that I
can be. Being a woman is tough and I
think Arbonne will give me the right amount of confidence and improve my
overall well-being.
What Arbonne means to me is financial freedom, an
opportunity to give back to the world with my success and a chance to expand my
income while spending quality time with the people I love.
Healthy living is important to me, especially now having my
son. I love, love, love the products!! From skin care to the baby line to the
nutritional line, they work! I can’t
wait to share these products with you!
Many can be skeptical of this endeavor, but I am willing to put in the time and effort to make my business boom! Only time will tell...Joyce Meyer's message today was peace and patience. Finding peace in the storm and having patience to reap the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Can anyone else dig it?!
Amen sisters,
Angela <3 <3
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Then there were three...
My sweet baby boy was born 06/27/2012 at 3:31 pm at Providence Hospital. He was 6lb 6oz 20 inch long. It's been 8 weeks and I am in so in love with him. It was not easy in the beginning at all :) but I think I'm getting the hang of it.
I just love him! :) He's getting so big already. I start work on Monday. I took two extra weeks because I just needed it and now I am ready to reenter the workplace by force. I am so motivated to excel at my job and a new endeavor I am in the processing of starting. I am ready to soak up more knowledge to be the best I can be! I have a lot of great friends and family surrounding me now. I couldn't be happier. This is all because of HIM and the love of my son.
What a great feelings. Lord, Please continue to direct my every move. All in your name, Jesus.
Angela <3 <3
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Home Stretch
36 weeks along and I'm doing "ok." No one likes complainers but just for my records, I'd like to blog about what I am experiencing during this last lovely trimester:
1. Dupuytren's contracture in my right wrist- think of carpal tunnel's cousin. I am wearing a daytime and nighttime splint and going for outpatient hand therapy 2x weekly. PLEASE pray this goes away.
2. Swollen feet-ever watch Big Trouble in Lil China....they look like they are going to explode.
3. Increased tiredness and moodiness...to be expected.
4. Cravings have slowed down, although I still like sweets. Thank you God I am not obsessing over my weight nor I should be...this is the baby's house :)
5. I am sore and tight from the waist down and too tired to exercise...must exercise, must exercise!
6. Getting anxious for baby boy to arrive...nesting is settling in.
7. Difficultly to move, change positions and sleeping!- never have I thought it would be this hard to get around.
8. Baby is moving around like he's doing the worm lol- he's pressing on my bladder, moving his little butt around where you can physically see, and giving mommy butterfly feelings. It's the most amazing, strange sensation that every mother goes through.
Rob has been a God's send. I am blessed to have him. These last 8 months, he has painted our bedroom, kitchen, baby's room, redid the kitchen floors, detailed my car like brand new, attended every baby class with me,...the list goes on and on. May I just say that he has done this whole heartily without out me complaining or nagging (that much ;)). I think expecting mothers expect their husbands to do EVERYTHING all the while they are bitchy, rude, etc. I'll let you know how next pregnancy goes with this mentality lol...but for this little man, we are doing just fine. Thank you Jesus!!
Speaking of Jesus, my Lord and Savior, He has blessed us beyond belief. There's a little situation going on in my life that I need prayers, guidance and victory. Please dear God, help make the matters at hand resolve itself. And thank you for giving me wisdom to not stress about it because my baby and I do not need this. "For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your wellfare, not for woe! plans to give you a future full of hope." Jeremiah 29:11
Amen Amen I say to you!
Angela <3 <3
1. Dupuytren's contracture in my right wrist- think of carpal tunnel's cousin. I am wearing a daytime and nighttime splint and going for outpatient hand therapy 2x weekly. PLEASE pray this goes away.
2. Swollen feet-ever watch Big Trouble in Lil China....they look like they are going to explode.
3. Increased tiredness and moodiness...to be expected.
4. Cravings have slowed down, although I still like sweets. Thank you God I am not obsessing over my weight nor I should be...this is the baby's house :)
5. I am sore and tight from the waist down and too tired to exercise...must exercise, must exercise!
6. Getting anxious for baby boy to arrive...nesting is settling in.
7. Difficultly to move, change positions and sleeping!- never have I thought it would be this hard to get around.
8. Baby is moving around like he's doing the worm lol- he's pressing on my bladder, moving his little butt around where you can physically see, and giving mommy butterfly feelings. It's the most amazing, strange sensation that every mother goes through.
Rob has been a God's send. I am blessed to have him. These last 8 months, he has painted our bedroom, kitchen, baby's room, redid the kitchen floors, detailed my car like brand new, attended every baby class with me,...the list goes on and on. May I just say that he has done this whole heartily without out me complaining or nagging (that much ;)). I think expecting mothers expect their husbands to do EVERYTHING all the while they are bitchy, rude, etc. I'll let you know how next pregnancy goes with this mentality lol...but for this little man, we are doing just fine. Thank you Jesus!!
Speaking of Jesus, my Lord and Savior, He has blessed us beyond belief. There's a little situation going on in my life that I need prayers, guidance and victory. Please dear God, help make the matters at hand resolve itself. And thank you for giving me wisdom to not stress about it because my baby and I do not need this. "For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your wellfare, not for woe! plans to give you a future full of hope." Jeremiah 29:11
Amen Amen I say to you!
Angela <3 <3
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
3rd Trimester
28 weeks and counting....my belly is getting bigger, I am getting slower, he is moving more. This period of the pregnancy embarks a special bond between me and my little one. We are two peas in a pod. We sing, listen to music, exercise and sometimes have emotional moments. Rob enjoys talking to my stomach and giving me belly rubs. I'm learning all I can about breast feeding, baby basic care and the birth preparation. My registery is complete, invitations are sent and the nursery is coming along.
Bible study helps me keep things in perspective, not mention the most amazing women I have the pleasure of sharing things with. Knitting helps calms my nerves. Yoga helps me relax. My job helps me stay grounded and truly love people for who they are, not just the condition I am treating.
My family is of great support during this time. My cousin is planning the most amazing shower anyone could ask for. Rob and I are blessed beyond belief. He is the greatest partner and I love him with all my heart :)
Thank you Lord for blessing us. We pray that you continue to be the center of our universe and guide us through this next chapter. Amen.
I believe in miracles,
Angela <3 <3
Bible study helps me keep things in perspective, not mention the most amazing women I have the pleasure of sharing things with. Knitting helps calms my nerves. Yoga helps me relax. My job helps me stay grounded and truly love people for who they are, not just the condition I am treating.
My family is of great support during this time. My cousin is planning the most amazing shower anyone could ask for. Rob and I are blessed beyond belief. He is the greatest partner and I love him with all my heart :)
Thank you Lord for blessing us. We pray that you continue to be the center of our universe and guide us through this next chapter. Amen.
I believe in miracles,
Angela <3 <3
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Hello,
I am 25 weeks and feel great. I am calm and cool...I think it's the yoga. I stand true by yoga. I did yoga 2x a week for a year before our wedding and I thought I was pretty calm! After all, these are happy times! Baby is moving about quite a bit! More active at night. Emotions are good and I hope they stay that way. I told Kristin, maybe this pregnancy is a blessing from God after not passing so many times. Who knows?
My dreams are more vivid, real and long. I keep dreaming about my previous employer. I am always angry in them. I need to let it go man, but they keep coming back. I am still angry at them. They did me wrong. Plain and simple
Hows my psychosocial?? I'm getting excited, scared and a little nervous. I know "mommy instinct" will kick in. It's just amazing how life turns out and how God can create a miracle.
Please pray for the growth of our baby boy. You are in my prayers as well.
Con todos mi amor,
Angela <3 <3
I am 25 weeks and feel great. I am calm and cool...I think it's the yoga. I stand true by yoga. I did yoga 2x a week for a year before our wedding and I thought I was pretty calm! After all, these are happy times! Baby is moving about quite a bit! More active at night. Emotions are good and I hope they stay that way. I told Kristin, maybe this pregnancy is a blessing from God after not passing so many times. Who knows?
My dreams are more vivid, real and long. I keep dreaming about my previous employer. I am always angry in them. I need to let it go man, but they keep coming back. I am still angry at them. They did me wrong. Plain and simple
Hows my psychosocial?? I'm getting excited, scared and a little nervous. I know "mommy instinct" will kick in. It's just amazing how life turns out and how God can create a miracle.
Please pray for the growth of our baby boy. You are in my prayers as well.
Con todos mi amor,
Angela <3 <3
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Welcome Spring
This weather is not only beautiful but a tad bizarre. It makes me want to get out in the garden, plant pretty flowers, and grow yummy veggies. I'm just not sure if this weather will stay. What I do know is that I am completely miserable with allergies so it definitely feels like spring to me. It's a damn shame me and baby can't enjoy it :(
Speaking of baby, he is doing fine! Moving around a lot more. He has the strongest sweet tooth. Maybe that's why I am having so many headaches because of all the sugar...?? I've decided to fast from sweets for 1 week and see if it will help because I still have headaches every day. I am starting to slow down. I am getting a little upset that I can't do as much around the house as I'd like. Hubby has been a big help. The nursery is almost done!! Rob took his time and is extremely proud of it. I can't wait to start putting in furniture and giving it character to house our sweet little boy.
I love you all. Please continue to pray for our baby. Thank you xoxo
Angela <3 <3
Speaking of baby, he is doing fine! Moving around a lot more. He has the strongest sweet tooth. Maybe that's why I am having so many headaches because of all the sugar...?? I've decided to fast from sweets for 1 week and see if it will help because I still have headaches every day. I am starting to slow down. I am getting a little upset that I can't do as much around the house as I'd like. Hubby has been a big help. The nursery is almost done!! Rob took his time and is extremely proud of it. I can't wait to start putting in furniture and giving it character to house our sweet little boy.
I love you all. Please continue to pray for our baby. Thank you xoxo
Angela <3 <3
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