(90-Day Detox) Day 64 & 65: An Update from the Homefront
Written by Tera on April 24, 2009 – -Well, my lovelies.
Seems the whirlwind that is my life picked up speed and carried me away in a can of kidney beans this week.
Well, maybe not quite, but that’s how it’s felt. There’s more to the story, but unfortunately I am sworn to secrecy for right now. There are times I put my whole, wide, naked heart out on a sleeve for the world, and other times when a bit of mystery is best left unexpressed. It’s safe to assume that all things unspoken are only coming from the category of good tidings, so don’t worry about that. But I wouldn’t be honest if I didn’t say it’s been a week to remember.
Juice.
Darn juice.
The never-ending arm-wrestling match between my juicer and I continues, and it seems my juicer always wins–prefering to rest undisturbed on the counter rather than grind gears and work up a sweat in the name of my cyst-busting approach.
The teleseminar call with Roe was really interesting for me. What does it take to step things up a notch and how do we find that extra degree of motivation to make it happen–especially when we’re not threatened by illness or sicknes, etc?
Any idea, because I’m having a heck of a time. 
I wish I had some wisdom bubbling from within that I could put here to grace the page and inspire. I guess this on of those juggling moments in the balancing act of my life–the window of time where I find myself glancing at all the balls in the air and wondering which I’ll grab next, hoping the others don’t fall and bounce away in the meantime.
Mika is having a pj party tonight. I’ll be picking up 4 pre-teens tonight and bringing them back home for girlie adventures and a sleepover.It’s been a great excuse to clean up the house, but I didn’t realize how much house their was to clean up. Seems Mika has developed a rather interesting cleaning technique of cramming whatever random objects, clothing and assorted widgets might be lying on the floor and shoving them under her bed. I’m sure this is just a new organizational strategy. Hopefully we’ll work through it to find something more efficient.
Her brother has developed a bit of affinity for the fact that his laundry hamper is the perfect container for swords and Hot Wheel racing ramps. “So where do the clothes go?” you ask? Good question.
We’re getting ready to move in a few weeks and observing the process of going through the things I do not need and do not necessarily want. We’re looking forward to the process of a new beginning. Marking out our own territory for a while. I’ll be starting with little more than a few books, a bed and a piano. Most of the last 2 years I’ve spent living in someone else’s home–subletting an apartment. I’m excited to fill the new place with plants and paint the walls a creamy warm color that makes it feel cozy. I guess we’ll see when the time comes.
The other day in the school yard while picking the kids up from school, destiny dealt me a full deck of cards that I was not expecting. A serendipitous encounter with some kinda wonderful hit me out of the blue and I found myself tripping over my tongue to express myself. (Imagine ME, having difficulty to express myself?) Naturally, my exhuberant self would like to blurt out all kinds of things about this, but as i mentioned earlier, some things are better left somewhat mysterious. While time weaves her wand through the fabric of my life I’ll observe the process with patience and when things get juicy, I’ll let you know more.
Mika said that when she pins up the picture of what’s happening on her heart, it feels like a big marshmallow. She’s happy. That’s a good sign.
The buds on the trees are forming and I see dandelions already. Time to graze the gardens and snack in the back alleys and soak up spring while she is here in her magnificence. The budget is tight these days, but I’m going to dig up $10 from the depths of my splurge account to grace the table with tulips today–colorful reminders that Spring is here in her glory and the World is waking up getting ready for a mega dose of Vitamin D.
I’m sorry there wasn’t more than this to inspire you today, dear, but why don’t you take a turn at the driver’s wheel and let us know what inspires YOU!
Love and spring fever,
Tera
Tags: 90-Day Detox, Tera Warner, the raw divas
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By Carole on Apr 24, 2009
Ooooh! All of those “good intentions” to juice. I always INTEND to juice, but when I get home from work I need something quicker (usually a salad) so I can get out and dig in the dirt some more. Nope… not planting. Getting the weeds dug up so I can plant something. There used to be a comic strip I think it was called MISS PEACH. One character was named Ira and his garden was all weeds (I think it was intentional on his part). He had a bumper crop. As do I. I have harvested SOME of the dandelions to add to salads. I’m sure more of them ARE edible…. need to figure out which ones. My goal is to JUICE at least once this week, and I’m running out of “week” to reach my goal. (I’ll drink it if someone will do the juicing for me)
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By echo on Apr 24, 2009
Tera,
Tuesday and Wednesday were my ‘juice feasting’ days. It was a trial and it was very successful. But I know that I need a different juicer – checked out the angel one you mentioned and it is certainly pricy … will have to see if I can find one at a more economical price point.
Enjoy the tulips!
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By Vanetta on Apr 24, 2009
Yes, I too am enjoying spring fever. Here in S.E. Oklahoma, We are passed the tulip, daffodil stage. Azaleas are in their tale-end of blooming. Irises and glad’s should be coming up soon. Love it! Love it!
Eccho~ I am in the same predicament as you. My juicer is a very inexpensive centrifugal one and I hate using it since I have learned a better way. Having so much waste bothers me. Eureka! I could turn that negative into a positive by using the ‘waste’ as compost material.. Never thought of that before. Hmm. I have used some of the pulp in dehydrated ‘snackers’….don’t really call them crackers. Now, I am inspired to juice, even if it’s not the healthiest machine. I’ll let you know how it goes!
By the way, I too enjoyed Roe’s call. I loved her comments regarding osteoporosis!
Thanks for being inspirational Tera, even when you don’t think you are.
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By Veronica Barrett on Apr 24, 2009
No need to apologise: you ARE inspiring! You sure are full of excitement with your moving plans. The only thing that I do like about moving is the opportunity to go through and declutter!
I have no excuse for skipping juice: hubby makes me one litre of juice each morning! Isn’t he just the sweetest? I really like my Greenpower Juicer – it is FANTASTIC!!!
Tomorrow (Sat) I’m going to a get together for our local community exchange. I’m bringing sweet potato pudding to share.
I’ll have to take a green smoothie as well, since that generated a lot of interest last time we met.
Blessings,
Gypsy Queen
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By Veronica Barrett on Apr 24, 2009
PS: I just took a look at the Angel juicer, and wish I’d seen that when I was replacing my old Juice Fountain! Having all stainless steel and no plastic would make cleaning sooooo much easier!
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By Veronica Barrett on Apr 24, 2009
PPS: OK – it is a LOT more expensive than my Greenpower! lol I was looking at US price rather than AU.
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By Renata on Apr 24, 2009
Thank you Tera for really interesting interview, this story about osteoporosis just blow my mind! And i love the straight and open way you right in the blog. It is so alive!!
Maybe our mouth is the most effective juicer in the terms of saving all the vitamins and minerals?
Sometimes a do a green “juice” in my blender by putting greens in some water and then run this “smoothie” through the colander. But if greens are more tender I just drink it straight. Sometimes i add celery and cucumber and get really tasty “juice”.
Once after longer water fast I wanted to be on a juice for a while but didn’t want to run my juicer. So i just grabbed an apple, chewed it, soaked the juice and spited remains in the compost bin :p Maybe I looked strange, but i was quite happy with it
Sunny happy spring to everybody!
It’s so interesting and inspiring to read all your comments!
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By Tami on Apr 24, 2009
Just knowing you are all here inspires me. It also inspires me to think of everyone “watching” my transformation. I am always so honored when others start trying green smoothies or decides to start exercising after watching/listening to me.
I didn’t make a juice feast this week either. I think I have too hard of a time getting enough carbs/calories with all my exercise ??? And the TIME it takes to do it as well. but I did have a few quarts the other day before I broke down and ate some solid food.
I just used my blendtec this week as I haven’t gotten up to disturb the Champion juicer either (not really mine and I’ll loose access to it when my mom wants it back). I saw on the Juice Feast website that the best juicer is the one that gets used to I’ll likely go for simplicity when I get a nice one myself. Options are nice though.
Love and belief to all — xoxo
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By Beth on Apr 25, 2009
What inspires me?
Hmmmmmmmmmmm……..
God.
Nature.
You.
Me.
My Friends.
Fred Patinaude.
My Music.
Walking.
Running.
Being Creative.
Laughing.
EVERYTHING!
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By Amanda on Apr 25, 2009
The sun is such a big inspiration for me right now! The weather has been amazing the past week, and I have been outside for most of it! It is more of a procrastination tool for some projects… but a blessing overall.
Squeeze to all,
Amanda
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By Courtney (C.M.P.) on Apr 26, 2009
I get a lot of health newsletters, and here’s something that really both inspired me and kicked my butt yesterday. Bodybuilder Tom Venuto wrote in one of his blog posts:
“You can NEVER outperform your self image.”
http://www.burnthefatblog.com/archives/2009/04/fat_blogger_or_shredder_which.php
Wow! Very profound…it really floored me and made me realize that I need to work on my self-esteem and self-image more.
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By Stacey on Apr 27, 2009
Hmmm…. inspiration….
When it comes to people, it’s courage and love that always tend to inspire me to the point of tears.
This one still gets me:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flRvsO8m_KI
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