Shakeology Cleanse - Update!

Shakeology Cleanse

Ahh. What a relaxing week it was.

I'm now back at school after a refreshing spring break.

I got to spend lots of time with family, my mom and sisters in particular,

my wonderful fiance, Chase, and his family

and even my grandma!

I also got the chance to really focus on wedding plans

and am pleased to say that Chase and I covered a lot of ground last week.

I packed my trusty Ten Minute Trainer DVDs

and planned to hit the workouts hard over break.

I'm sad to report that this only happened

twice

over the course of ten days.

Not because I didn't have time.

Not because I don't like them.

I simply got lazy about sticking with my routine.

Two days of workouts is better than nothing,

but my exercise routines and healthy eating were seriously rattled.

In response, I am looking to my dear friend, Shakeology,

to help me get back on track, boost my energy,

kick the wacky cravings, and just FEEL better!

There's a nice little 3-day cleanse that has been created for Shakeology users

to do anything from kick starting new health habits or weight loss 

to helping one get back on track after falling out of habit for a bit.

(The latter, of course, is me. :))

It's nothing too intense -

I'll be drinking three shakes a day

and eating some other much needed, nutrient-dense calories.

It's three short days

and I know I'm going to feel so much better.

I'll hop back on here when it's over to share my experience.

Excited. :)

Grace and peace,

Caroline

Take Heart

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulations. But take heart; I have overcome the world."

John 16:33

I so often find myself worrying. Too often. I worry about things that are happening now. I worry about things that are yet to come. Shoot, I even worry about things that are done, over, have already happened and come to pass.

Christ does not call me or any of us to worry. In fact, He tells us, commands us even to "not worry about your life." (Matthew 6)

Christ has overcome the world.

That means that the things of the past, what's going on now, and all that is yet to come in the future are under His control, under His sovereignty, and that He's bigger than all of it. ALL of it! Everything. Totally, completely over and above and in control of all things. 

I'm memorizing John 16:33 this week along with my Scripture memory class, and I am so thrilled to have this promise written on my heart. What peace to know that when I face trial or tribulation Christ has already overcome it. God is in control.

*Exhaling*

Praise the Lord. 

Frozen Banana Slices

I love little tips like this. Thanks, Emma!

My favorite Shakeology recipe:

(I put the ingredients in my blender in this order)

Ice 

About 5 frozen, overripe banana slices (I use a whole banana if it's fresh)

1 Tbs. natural peanut butter

4-6 oz. milk or almond milk

4-6 oz. cold water

You can also use chocolate protein powder. I personally love Shakeology because it has 18 grams of protein, plus 70+ other natural, whole, super healthy foods that add up to more than a day's servings of fruits and vegetables. Simplicity. :)

In case you've been curious about that banner on the right ------->

it's not there by chance. 

I purposely put it there because I LOVE this stuff!

I've been using it for a little over a month, and here are the changes I've noticed:

-I have more ENERGY

-Increased focus

-I have better regularity

-I haven't been sick despite the flu and viruses going around

-I just feel BETTER!

If you're interested in how you can get this stuff, please message me, call or leave a comment! I'd love to introduce you to it. 

Grace and peace,

Caroline

Jesus, our Great High Priest

Before the throne of God above

I have a strong and perfect Plea

A Great High Priest whose name is Love

Who ever lives and pleads for me.

My name is graven on His hands,

My name is written on His heart

I know that while in heaven He stands,

No tongue can bid me thence depart.

The Lord has used this hymn to melt my heart of stone time and again.

Jesus, the Son of God, was crushed by His Father

So that I might escape the wrath of God.

After Jesus was risen back to life 

He returned to His Father in Heaven.

Now, He stands in Heaven pleading my case

on my behalf. 

Jesus is interceding for me every day.

The words of this hymn put this vital truth so beautifully

my heart cannot help but melt in humility and gratitude

to my Savior. 

My God.

My Friend.

My Maker.

My Great High Priest.

Lord Jesus, You are going before Your Father on my behalf

that God would find favor with me 

because of what you have done on the cross.

Forgive my prideful heart that likes to believe that I earn my salvation

by the things that I do or don't do.

Forgive me when I'm lazy and put off time spent with You

or time spent reading your Word.

Forgive me, for I have been unloving, judgmental, callous and angry.

Create in me a clean heart, O God, 

and renew a right spirit within me.

In Jesus name, the name above all names,

Amen.