— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Welcome to the world, Jefferson Solomon Kline! Born on Sunday at 1:24 am, Jefferson weighed in at a whopping 9 pounds, 11 ounces and 22 inches long. Proud parents, Jacquie and Jason, are beaming, with Jacquie enjoying chocolate chip pancakes and milk after the big event. Time to celebrate, thanking our Lord for a safe […]
My daugher, Sarah, married Dr. Ashley Bourne this past Saturday, September 26, 2009. What a beautiful wedding they had, surrounded by family and friends who love them. Congratulations to the happy couple! It’s been a busy time getting ready for the big day. Now that they are wed and off on their own, I will […]
My dear Friend (you know who you are), I’m so excited that you want to begin this journey! We will walk together, traveling slowly while you get your bearings, then move faster along the path as your way becomes easier and lighter. Your first step was to pray, but you’re already doing that. Along with […]
For Teachers: Part 3 of Balancing School, Home, and Health – Creating the “Total To-Do” List Ever have one of those nights when your mind is overwhelmed with trying to remember all the things you need to do the next day? Between school, home, and health demands, trying not to forget important events and duties–much […]
For Teachers: Part 1 of Balancing School, Home, and Health – Setting Peaceful Priorities Most of us, at one time or another, have determined what we consider to be our priorities in life–the people and activities that are most important to us. Stephen Covey, author of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, recommends that we […]
Hello, OsteoDiet readers! I haven’t forgotten about you this past week. I’ve simply been very busy with the beginning of the school year! I teach Algebra and serve as Academic Coach at Southwestern Middle School here in DeLand, Florida. Even though the startup of the year can be time-intensive, I love my work! Besides, the […]
For Teachers: Part 1 of Balancing School, Home, and Health – Attitudes that Encourage a Healthy Balance Last week I received this question from a reader who is also a teacher like me:How do you do it all once the school year starts? How do you find the time to prepare a healthy diet, keep […]
Breakfast: Tossed Salad (romaine lettuce, tomato, matchstick carrots, 1/2 of an avocado, 1 tbsp. Newman’s Own Tuscan Italian dressing), Greens Shake with BioChlor, Supplements, Wild Berry Zinger tea with Beyond C powder Snack: (None – No chance for a snack because I was attending a workshop.) Lunch: Fruity Protein Shake, supplements, water Snack: Cocoa Cherry […]
Are you missing peanut butter cookies? Well, no more of that! These almond butter cookies taste scrumptious…and they’re good for your bones. To make about 3 dozen cookies, you will need: 1 large mixing bowl 1 spoon for stirring 1 9″ x 13″ glass pan fork and spoon aluminum foil 1 cup of Earth Balance […]
When I’m out walking or running as my weight bearing exercise here in Central Florida, I’m sometimes bothered by hungry mosquitoes. So, what’s a devoted bone builder to do? Here’s a handy trick. You can keep mosquitoes from attacking by mixing in a spray bottle: 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup water Spritz the mixture […]
The following food items have been added to the OsteoDiet Calorie Counter this week: Bacon, turkey, 1 slice = 35 Baking powder, Clabber Girl = 0 Baking soda, Arm & Hammer = 0 Barbecue sauce, Kraft, Original, 2 tbsp = 40 Barley flour, 1 cup = 511 Barley, pearled uncooked, 1 cup = 704 Basil, […]
Breakfast: Fruity Protein Shake, water Snack: Raspberry tea with Beyond C powder, supplements Lunch: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, Apple, water Snack: Cup of cherry tomatoes, 12 almonds, 2 tbsp. sunflower seeds, water Supper: Turkey Loaf, Almond Mashed Potatoes, Tossed Salad, Carrot Cake,water, supplements Bedtime: Water (still full from supper…)