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My Outlook on everyday things.  They say that the eyes are the door to your soul. They can tell others if your happy, joyful, sad, angry, tired, even lie or tell the truth, shall I go on or do you get the picture? |
Well, I was so tired last night that I went to bed at midnight, I fell asleep without any problems. I usually get my prayers said and fall asleep. But, last night, I crawled into bed and asked God to hug me so I could fall asleep. I didn't utter another word, not even Amen.  Here's the kicker! A severe thunderstorm rolled in at 1:52 am. Winds were rattling my bedroom window and sucking it in and out, causing me to be abruptly awakened.  I jumped out of bed and ran to the living room where the room was lite up with bolts of lightning. I, through the front door open, to be welcomed by giant bolts of lightning flashing across the sky in every direction.  I slammed the door shut and ran back to my bedroom to turn off my fan and change into street clothes. At the same moment, as I turned off the fan, which is next to the window, it started to HAIL. I grabbed my clothes and ran back to the front door swung it back open to see hail all over my porch as I looked up I could see my car that I had forgotten to cover because I was planning on washing it yesterday. The hail was pounding against the metal at an alarming pace. I yelled, Oh my God, protect me! At that moment, I saw a flash of white run across the neighbors back yard. It was Snowflake (my part-time fur son); he was running for his life and shelter. Like an idiot, I opened the door and yelled at him. There was no way he could hear me from the pounding of the wind, hail, and lightning. I screamed once more for good measure, I guess, I genuinely have no idea why I did, but never the less I did. Maybe in high hopes that he'd hear me and come running. I grabbed my phone to check the weather report and see why I didn't get the tornado warning update. I had received one at 11 pm. The town's warning signals never went off. Heck, we were all asleep. It lasted for 30 minutes and moved on. But, in the meantime, I'm wide awake now and was in high hopes of getting a full night's sleep. It looks like my day might consist of a lot of POWER NAPS  I thought I'd share my "GOOD MORNING TERESA" moment! I've already set out the turkey to thaw, prepped my salad for the week, chopped up, and sliced six red and green bell peppers to freeze for quick meals. I am patiently waiting for Snowflake to appear from where he sought shelter last night and pray that he's not hurt in any way. I have already examined my car; there is no damage to it at all. Thank God that my car and I weathered another Mississippi storm. Now, I can't forget to check the bedroom window to see if it was broken last night, it sure sounded like it cracked when I was running away from it...  I haven't moved that fast in years.  Oh, and I can't forget the most important thing today! Please, help me celebrate... my baby grand-daughter  Ella's 14th birthday  and my baby brother Max's 57th birthday  today. I have already sent them birthday wishes on FB before I fall asleep and forget. Who knows how long those power naps will be? Well now, I pray that everyone has gotten a better night's sleep than I did, and may you all have a very blessed day in whatever you have planned. May it be as beautiful as my day is. The birds are singing, and the smell of spring is in the air at my place. |
| Socializing for Autoimmune Patients is a real thing for those who have it. Others don't realize how damaging it can be for them health-wise. It takes a lot out of them to cope with everyday life, let alone a pandemic situation. But, on the other hand, we are used to being in quarantine situations. Most of us get out when our bodies let us feel great for a day or two if we are lucky. I have learned to deal with my day to day life for a little over eight months when my health started declining about two years ago after a fall I had while moving into a temporary home. I decided to write this today to help others, and I included what transpired yesterday on my Senior/High-Risk supply shopping. I went to my local Krogers at the designated time as required and suggested on their website, which is in the middle of my usual sleeping time. People have no idea what it entails to disrupt someone who has an autoimmune disease sleeping pattern. I stayed up all night and had prepared myself for two days to do my supply shopping to be in a safe environment. I left my house at 6:30 am and arrived at 6:59 am., returning home at 8:39 am. I wouldn't have done this, except I was very low on food supplies. Trust me, after I experienced what I did, I will not do it again. The first thing I saw upon going in was that the age group was all ages and didn't matter to the two cashiers that were so-called handling the door from the registers. The second was the pa announcement, announcing to practice social distancing practices. Okay, I agreed with it, kind of them to publish it. I was greeted by a few of the personnel, of course, after I asked where something was. It was like they were so afraid of saying hello even from 6 ft away. Except for one young man, he was delighted to greet me and help me find what I was looking for. I found most of the things on my own. Although I hadn't shopped there in a year it seemed larger than before. I had been using Walmart online shopping, but they were out of most of the supplies that I needed. I had two more things to get, and that was Clorox wipes and hand sanitizer, and that meant that I needed to go down an aisle that had at least ten people on it. I thought, could this be considered a socialized gathering? I almost yelled out but decided against it. I didn't need a panic on my hands. Of course, there were no Clorox wipes or hand sanitizer, but I remembered I needed dish soap, and that was at the other end where most of the people were. I weaved in and out around the displays and the numb to the situation humans to get to my item. In hand, I head to the checkouts. Now, this is where I get upset and start to panic a little, well, maybe more than a little. The two cashiers are at self-check and forcing people to the register they want them to go. She signals me to go to a middle cash register, and I shake my head no at her. She raises her voice and tells me that if I want to check out, that's where you're going. I explain that I am an autoimmune patient and am High Risk. She tells me So, you will have to go there and check your things out. I told her no again, and she turned and left. Mind you, their ten self-check registers are around 1 ft apart, making it at least 3 ft from person to person, and they were all full. I walked over to the other cashier and asked if I could check out at the one that just came available at the front of the line. "Yes, you may she told me," looking at the other cashier. I told them that I was sorry to make such a fuss, but I get sick very easily. They didn't seem too concerned that they had put me in such a compromising high-risk position. I scanned my things and left the building, and I'm not too sure if I will be back to shop with them. I was made to feel that mine or anyone else's safety didn't matter to them or also to the companies. I guess what my concern is that I wasn't the only one who was in jeopardy. There was the crowd that was checking out at risk as well. I ask if we are to practice social distancing; Why make us check out at self-check at a distance of 3 ft.? What are your ideas about social distancing at the grocery stores while getting your supplies? How are you handling it? I pray that this is over soon. |
Hello PEEP's... On the road to recovery. I can say one thing I'm so glad that it was the flu and not anything else. Although it did kick my butt! May I say that being quarantined is nothing new for auto-immune patients, especially during the flu season. The only thing that sucks is that you don't get all the supplies that you need. You have to settle for compromising items that can do you harm or do without it. Which at this time, I'm doing great as supplies are concerned. If this lasts longer than expected, I will need more of my daily medications and some food. Hopefully, those will be in supply, unlike toilet paper, that is. I have spoken to several family members who tell me that it is terrible in their areas of the country as well. I did have one family member who said to me that they had broken down when they had gone to Walmart to get supplies. He has three children, and it hit him after dealing with people for a week. He was working retail himself and was preparing his store for closure and finally received his paycheck to go shopping for supplies. The shelves were bare like never seen before. He described to me what he saw and it was a devastating sight to see. The tears spilled down my cheeks as it hit hard of how dangerous the situation is for our country. He calmed me with words of encouragement and love. When life gets real, it can slap you in the face. The hard reality that we are faced with in our country is hardcore. Things that we as Americans have really never faced since the depression. Although we have had moments in our lives that we question the things around us, but, this is on a grand scale that we haven't yet comprehended. We have another opportunity to get things right in our country. We, as Americans, have always been an example of our strength. When we were attacked in 2001, we banded together and helped one another. We didn't hold things from each other. I know "Dog eat Dog," but it doesn't have to be! We all need to remember that all are watching us, and our panic is not helping us out. We need to do as instructed by our officials to break this virus that has attacked us—a strategy of sorts, you might say. We are in a battle for survival in the United States, and the only way is to unite together as our ancestors did. By showing, how we take care of each other and not fighting amongst ourselves. STAND STRONG, even if we are quarantined, by abiding by the rules. Keep your heads and think before reacting to fear. This virus is a great enemy that can be beaten as long as we stick together and take care of one another. Check on your neighbors, making sure they are doing well. You don't have to socialize with them; you can text or call them. We need to step up and take care of one another. My landlord texted me today, she checked on me, making sure I was well and to let me know if I need anything that they will be here for me. They live 40 miles away from me, and I was touched that they offered to help me if I need someone to run for supplies. I have no family here and have relied on friends for the past 8 months. I hope ya'll are well and have supplies and check on each other. This is a long road for us, but I know God willing, we will make it through to the end. May you enjoy your loved ones and cherish the memories that can make us strong again as families and a nation. God bless all of you and may we keep in touch with one another. Know that I have grown to love all of you and cherish each of you. Love and hugzzzz to you and yours.   |
| For some time, I have struggled with food, diet-wise, and finding something that I can eat without hurting myself. When I first became aware that it was several autoimmune diseases that were causing my issues. It was hard to comprehend such an idea that the foods I was eating were actually hurting my body. Especially the foods that you have eaten most of your life; it doesn't make sense. I have found a doctor that can and will help me understand what is going on with my body. His wife has Hashimoto's as well, but hers is in remission, and we are trying to get my body back into remission. During my research on these such diseases, I have found that mine was inherited and reared its ugly head at the age of 14. In 1973 autoimmune diseases were not as common as today. I was dismissed by my doctor as "it's a woman problem" and he sent me on my merry way. There was nothing merry about the pain that I was having. My mother was outraged at the doctor and broke his door on the way out. She was carrying me out and kicked the door open and shattered it when it hit the wall. She was never charged for it or the visit. Peeps, my mom, was a small woman. I was taller than her at 5'4" and only weighed around 80 pounds due to losing weight from all the complications I was going through. It astounds me that doctors don't know what to do for their patients, other than to give them the latest medications on the market. That is one of the many problems with health issues today. They don't know, so they fix it with pills. The processed foods that we put in our bodies are killing us. For the past year and a half, my body has rejected different kinds of foods, from vegetables, bread, pasta, meats, and dairy. Now, you can see why these past five weeks have been an eye-opening experience for me. I was raised on pasta and lots of vegetables, but mostly pasta. It was cheap, and my parents could afford and cook for a family of 7 to 9 each day. It was disheartening to me when they told me that I was allergic to gluten. It has taken me 19 months to find a great gluten-free tasting pasta, oh, and a bread that is great as well. There is one drawback to all of this, the COST is outrageous, $5.94 a loaf with around 12 slices of bread in it. Sad, isn't it? Well, when you really love sandwiches as I do, you have to compensate elsewhere. I've learned how to stretch my money and do without other things. It goes to show you what is more important. I'm excited to share with you a recipe that I have been working on for some time. I found the perfect spaghetti noodle on this planet. It's called Ronzoni, and if you follow their directions, it is perfect. All the other brands that I have tried are awful, even the Walmart brand. They cook up gooey or gummy and taste terrible to boot. I have learned to make the sauce from scratch using all gluten-free products and fresh vegetables. Here it is "Sriracha Chicken Pasta with Vegetables "  I hope that you enjoy it as much as I have. I did forget to say that you can substitute chicken for shrimp or any other kind of meat. Those are the only two that I have tried with it. I am on the road to recovery; I thank God every day for leading me to this doctor who is willing to listen to me and not judge me for the issues that I'm having. The foods that I am learning to cook are inspiring me to take better care of my body. Bon Appetit! Hugzzz and love, Teresa aka LegendaryMasK |
| February 19th marked 20 years ago the anniversary of my youngest son marrying his love. They were best friends in high school ran around together with their boyfriends and girlfriends. Separated during the first year of college made them realize that they were more than friends. They have been tough as nails throughout those 20 years. Being a military family can be rough at times, but so rewarding in many ways. They have a click that works for them, and that is what counts. During those 20 years, they have moved countless times, made many friends, and seen this country of ours. She knows how to pack a house in no time and unpack in two days and amazes me to no end. He spends time on the house and countless hours coaching the girl's softball teams. They are wonderful parents and awesome partners to each other. I am dedicating this to a "Wonderful Couple" May your days together be blessed forever, and may you guide and shelter one another from harm. Love your, Momma |
| Hey Peeps, There is no better person who can have the scoop on Teresa's world, but little ole me. We all have a story to tell and this is where I come to do just that. I guess I'm doing a spin-off of Wayne's World. I do have some laughs, very hilarious moments, sad and some very heartfelt moments. A journey of ups and downs, successes and failures, never a dull moment here. I'll give you insights to family, friends and that glorious world outside my door. Maybe it'll give you a breather from yours, or just by chance a peek into the answer you need that day. A look into my walk with our Lord God, the One and Only in my life. I'll give you the inside scoop of the miracles that surround us daily. We have to remember to open our eyes, minds, and hearts to feel all that love, comfort, security, hope and forgiveness that gets us through the day. His never-failing love for us. I hope that you enjoy the trinket. I feel kinda weird making one of myself, but I need some visitors to my blog. Yeah, this is a bribe! How many comments can I get for a trinket? I'm looking for 50 comments in my blog not in the newsfeed and by different people no repeats. Then I will make and give out the trinket. I can't figure out how to put a passkey on it. This is one of those hilarious, heartfelt moments, I know you know what I'm talking about. Been there done that ...  Make it a little easier on you. Tell me about your day, week or what you have planned for the weekend. So, go, quit sitting there staring at the screen I'm bored and inquiring minds want to know what the WdC family is doing this weekend. Hugzzzzzzz, LegendaryMask aka Teresa |
| I can't believe that January is almost over and I have not accomplished hardly anything. I am proud of myself for getting 11 hours of non unitrupted sleep leaving me feeling so energized that my house is totally clean I found a new doctor who has put me into physical therapy, detoxing my body and is working on getting my autoimmune into remission. After only 2 sessions I feel amazing and I'm loving it. I haven't felt this great in years. Now, on the road to complete healing. THANK YOU ...LORD GOD for Your healing hands. Giving the doctor the ability to help heal those with these diseases. More to come! |
| It's going to be a very very quiet Christmas for me this year. All my family are spending time at home and not traveling this year. I volunteered to travel myself but they didn't want me on the road this year. I'm still experiencing eye issues and thought it best not to be on the crowded roadways to Little Rock. My youngest son is flying other traveler's around the country so they can see and enjoy their family and friends. May his travels be safe and carefree as it should be. I just thought it would be nice to thank those who have to work on the holidays. It's sad that they don't get to be with their loved ones on these days. I think of the long list of those, military, police officers, doctors, nurses, firemen, and now through the years retailers don't think twice about families just the 💰💵💰💵💰 they think they'll miss and not get it back. If they would only follow suit with businesses like "Chick-fil-a, Taco Bell and Hobby Lobby" and make it a family oriented world. Yes, they say that money makes the world go around and there I thought it was the forces of the Sun. If we only had a more simplier world to live in. I want to thank all of you for sacrificing your family time. If there was only Peace and happiness for a full 24 hours, where people can love on one another. Let's take these next few days to call and talk to those who you love to let them know that your thinking of them. No, not text, email or any other lame way. Call them listen to their voices, their words, but most of all their hearts. The love that you'll find there is uniquely yours. From my heart to yours, Merry Christmas my dearest friends and my WdC family, I love you all. |
| It's going to be a very very quiet Christmas for me this year. All my family are spending time at home and not traveling this year. I volunteered to travel myself but they didn't want me on the road this year. I'm still experiencing eye issues and thought it best not to be on the crowded roadways to Little Rock. My youngest son is flying other traveler's around the country so they can see and enjoy their family and friends. May his travels be safe and carefree as it should be. I just thought it would be nice to thank those who have to work on the holidays. It's sad that they don't get to be with their loved ones on these days. I think of the long list of those, military, police officers, doctors, nurses, firemen, and now through the years retailers don't think twice about families just the 💰💵💰💵💰 they think they'll miss and not get it back. If they would only follow suit with businesses like "Chick-fil-a, Taco Bell and Hobby Lobby" and make it a family oriented world. Yes, they say that money makes the world go around and there I thought it was the forces of the Sun. If we only had a more simplier world to live in. I want to thank all of you for sacrificing your family time. If there was only Peace and happiness for a full 24 hours, where people can love on one another. Let's take these next few days to call and talk to those who you love to let them know that your thinking of them. No, not text, email or any other lame way. Call them listen to their voices, their words, but most of all their hearts. The love that you'll find there is uniquely yours. From my heart to yours, Merry Christmas my dearest friends and my WdC family, I love you all. |
| It's going to be a very very quiet Christmas for me this year. All my family are spending time at home and not traveling this year. I volunteered to travel myself but they didn't want me on the road this year. I'm still experiencing eye issues and thought it best not to be on the crowded roadways to Little Rock. My youngest son is flying other traveler's around the country so they can see and enjoy their family and friends. May his travels be safe and carefree as it should be. I just thought it would be nice to thank those who have to work on the holidays. It's sad that they don't get to be with their loved ones on these days. I think of the long list of those, military, police officers, doctors, nurses, firemen, and now through the years retailers don't think twice about families just the 💰💵💰💵💰 they think they'll miss and not get it back. If they would only follow suit with businesses like "Chick-fil-a, Taco Bell and Hobby Lobby" and make it a family oriented world. Yes, they say that money makes the world go around and there I thought it was the forces of the Sun. If we only had a more simplier world to live in. I want to thank all of you for sacrificing your family time. If there was only Peace and happiness for a full 24 hours, where people can love on one another. Let's take these next few days to call and talk to those who you love to let them know that your thinking of them. No, not text, email or any other lame way. Call them listen to their voices, their words, but most of all their hearts. The love that you'll find there is uniquely yours. From my heart to yours, Merry Christmas my dearest friends and my WdC family, I love you all. |
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