I didn’t realize that my increasingly heavy periods were actually caused by fibroids. At my age, I assumed it was caused by peri-menopause. Many people blame menopause for everything a woman does around my age. Short-tempered = menopause stressed out = menopause irritated with spouse = menopause irritated with kids = menopause irritated with any… Read More Fibroids – who would have thunk!
Sometimes my young children say what ever comes to their mind. They don’t think first, they just blurt it out with no thought to the consequence of their words. We hope that over time we learn to control those words and even change our hearts so those thoughts aren’t even in our mind. But,… Read More Boldness with Age – right or wrong
The Grand Canyon is extremely large, 18 miles wide and one mile deep in some parts. Yet, as I looked at it this week it seemed so small – compared to my God –
Some days just seem so hard while others bring joy unspeakable. Today was a day that brought a wide range of emotions. We tried to do hike at Zion National Park, but the kids seemed determined to fuss and cry their way through the beautiful canyon. I found out we have to leave Utah… Read More Roller Coaster of a Day
Virgin River in Zion National Park The Virgin River in southern Utah begins north of Zion National Park in the Navajo Reservoir. It stretches through southern Utah and continues south to Lake Mead and the Colorado River in Nevada. At the source, the river is teeming with life. There are numerous endangered species that… Read More The Virgin River in Utah – the journey of a woman
Taking the Menopause Bull by the Horns!Taken while we were in Ft. Worth at a bull riding event. It was about 2 am and I woke up hot as could be. Normally I am cold and have to pull the blankets up around my neck, but not lately. The thermostat is where it has… Read More Taking the Menopause Bull by the Horns – beginning symptoms
I recently bought a new camera. I picked it up at the store and went directly to Zion National Park. The views are incredible and inspiring. Pictures of any scenery there are stunning. Later, when we got back to the cabin we are renting, we gathered around my computer to see how the pictures would… Read More Leaving our Fingerprint
When Does Menopause Start? Perimenopause The word MENOPAUSE always brought thoughts of cranky old ladies that bite off everyone’s head. I know that sounds harsh but it is true. When I was younger that is what people joked about. After I had a couple of children it seemed my periods and different times during the… Read More When Does Menopause Start? Perimenopause
I won’t even attempt to give a medical definition for menopause. There are so many great websites out there that do a much better job. (see below for the links) What I can tell you is that menopause is a natural occurring cycle in a woman’s life where her body changes from being able to get… Read More What is Menopause?
Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27 We can be set free from the captivity of emotions, just as this wild horse from Wyoming is free. There are… Read More Peace to my Soul
The Lemonade Digest 