2014 - January Challenge

Let the 365 Day Challenge begin!

I can't seem to get a 'picture' of the Legacy reading program to insert - so if you're interested you'll have to click on the link!

I was going to modify the 52 Weeks Program to fit the Legacy, but after starting to work on January, realized it wouldn't be a simple copy and paste - there had to be tweaking!  I've gotten the first month done - whew!  Below is the initial plan - I've listed out each chapter, which allows me to 'cross off' more (or less) as I go along.

The Proverbs column represents not only the book to be read, but the day as well, e.g. 1 equals the 1st of January as well as Proverbs 1.

I've placed the weekly Psalms readings on Sunday.  I'm not sure if I'll post each day (most likely NOT) or weekly (maybe).  I would be interested in hearing if anyone else is reading through and if so, what system or program you're using.

May the Lord bless each of us as we strive to become more intimate with Him.

Lavender Essential Oil

Several weeks ago I was having dizziness - self diagnosed as inner ear trouble - sinus issues.  Text message to several requesting which essential oil would be best for sinus issues resulted in a variety of oils suggested with Lavender Oil taking the lead.
Thus far I've used it as hand lotion, facial moisturizer, sore muscle relaxant and in the bath.  As a lotion/moisturizer I combined Organic Coconut Oil (about half an ounce) and 3 drops of Lavender Oil.  In the bath, I believe I used 5 drops, along with Epson Salts.
Here are some links with more information for those who may want to read up, research or share.

Health Benefits of Lavender Oil

Benefits of Lavender Oil

13 Uses for Lavender Oil: The Only Essential Oil You'll Need

50 Fantastic Uses for Lavender Essential Oil and Lavender Therapy

And from the WebMD site:

Lavender is used for restlessness, insomnia, nervousness, and depression. It is also used for a variety of digestive complaints including meteorism (abdominal swelling from gas in the intestinal or peritoneal cavity), loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas (flatulence), and upset stomach.

Some people use lavender for painful conditions including migraine headaches,toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores, and joint pain. It is also used for acne and cancer, and to promote menstruation.

Lavender is applied to the skin for hair loss (alopecia areata) and pain, and to repel mosquitoes and other insects.

Some people add lavender to bathwater to treat circulation disorders and improve mental well being.

By inhalation, lavender is used as aromatherapy for insomnia, pain, and agitation related to dementia.

In foods and beverages, lavender is used as a flavor component. (Note it is important to make sure you have FOOD GRADE for internal usage.)

In manufacturing, lavender is used in pharmaceutical products and as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, potpourri, and decorations.

Lavender (scientific name Lavandula angustifolia) is commonly contaminated with related species, including Lavandula hybrida, which is a cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia, from which lavandin oil is obtained.

365 Day Challenge

People like a challenge - do I measure up?  Can I pass muster?  Can we?  Do we?  God's gauntlet:

2Ti 2:15  Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

I did a post last year exhorting us to Read Through the Bible and I'm finishing up 52 Weeks for this year.

I've been perusing Ligonier's list from last year, and decided to go the Legacy route this upcoming year.

I like the idea of reading Proverbs daily, it causes me to reflect back and remember how my children and I read the Proverbs daily.  I'll post later once I have 'my' plan in place for the daily reading.

The question for you (and me) - we eat physically every day - there isn't often we pass up food, so how diligent are we to ourselves (and to exhort and encourage one another) to partake of the eternal food?  To nourish and feast ourselves upon manna from heaven?

If you are already 'challenged' - is there someone you can challenge?

I'm hoping to post as I read through this year - I'd appreciate prayer for my diligence in reading and sharing (if the Lord leads) and also, I'd like to 'hear' from you!  Which plan are you using? What nuggets of eternal gold have you gleaned in your readings?

Back In The Saddle

Well, perhaps not saddle, but keyboard?  LOL!  My computer video card was in the throes of death.  Alas and alack it was not a separate item but integrated into the motherboard!  *sigh*  Which meant either an expensive repair...or replacement.

I don't make those types of decisions quickly - and had to research further prior to making a purchase.  Stick with Windows 7 (and ironically pay more) or go with Windows 8, with the repeated admonitions from people about DON'T BUY WINDOWS 8!

Fortunately I was able to view another laptop with windows 8, touch it hold, it, push buttons, etc. Researched online - the holiday sales began...found one (with 8) that seemed to fit the bill.  I'm still trying to figure out the bells and whistles....not to mention the touch screen application (with no touch screen - too expensive for what I wanted processor wise).  I'm still trying to figure out from all the pop up adverts (which Microsoft seems to be 'partnered') are actually legit and keep.  *sigh*

I am at least able to get online, get mail, blog a post, or is that post a blog :-) - Now if I could get the printer to communicate with the computer...and oh yeah, get the usb mouse and keyboard hooked up.  Technology is advancing upon me!

Hopefully, I will be a little more consistent with my posts...have had lots of thoughts running to and fro, one in particular which I hope will be an encouragement, and inducement, for me (and others) to spend more time in His Word.

Covet prayers from the saints - His blessings to the household of faith!