The USDA Admits Link to Antibiotic Use in Farm Animals

DUH, another admission of something I thought makes "common sense", especially when doctors are wary of prescribing antibiotics too frequently to their patients. DUH, on my part, "COMMON SENSE, JUST ISN'T THAT COMMON." Unfortunately, we don't know what we're eating anyway, whether it be animal or vegetable, unless of course we're fortunate enough to farm it ourselves or know of a reputable organic farmer. This is another instance, among others, my Journey to Better Health will be implemented more fully in the months to come. As I fight for living my life without the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis and with the intention to eradicate it from my life, greatly by the quality of what I consume.....All things in time with a determined purpose......

An article from the Huffington Post states, "At a hearing of a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, a representative of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) finally caught up with the rest of the world -- and his peers at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -- and admitted that the use of antibiotics in farm animal feed is contributing to the growing problem of deadly antibiotic resistance in America."......read more......  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/andrew-gunther/usda-antibiotics_b_649673.html

It's great to see what you know and others refuse to acknowledge who know better finally admit the TRUTH.

THE GIFT OF VOLUNTEERING and SERVICE TO OTHERS

http://www.nationalmssociety.org/index.aspx 

Offering our lives in service to and for others is a noble charge. Not only is the gift a blessing to the recipient but to the giver also. The giver does so out of a desire to be of service to another. Giving also places us in a position to be BLESSED with a response from the CREATOR, although that is not why we give. Our giving should also be done selflessly.

There are various scriptural references that require us to give. I chose this one as it reflects the tone of this writing. "One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. Proverbs 11:24-25

Writing this entry was inspired by my cousin who informed me a few weeks ago of her desire to offer some of her time to a cause I was forced into participating in due to a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. It was already on my radar as a very dear friend of mine had already been diagnosed. I believe my advocacy would have evolved because of her to some degree, but about a year later I heard my own unwelcome news. 


I initially posted a congratulatory message to my cousin because I am proud and humbled of her desire to choose this area of service in part because of me. When I think about it, my heart is full. A very dear friend, has contributed donations in my name for quite a few years now. Another cousin, has donated in the past when solicited for the WALK FOR A CURE and I know she has my back whenever I need, and there are others. I am thankful to them also, more than they could ever understand. Last night I messaged my cousin for whom the tone of this writing began as an acknowledgment of how honored and proud I was. THANKS A LOT, for forcing me to amend my writing and making it longer. I love you too. I should have just posted it here and on Facebook without even seeing if she approved, but that wouldn't have been right.  So now my few paragraphs have turned into more than I planned. THANKS AGAIN COUSIN! I told you several times I hate typing, but it's not your fault I get long winded. LOL!

Now, getting back to being serious again, below is how my writing began from a place of pride and gratitude, as it will remain:


I offer my congratulations to my cousin on her appointment to serve on the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Business Advisory Council and the Government Relations Committee. The Advisory Council assists people living with MS to secure employment and the latter acts as a liaison for government affairs, legislation, and advocacy. She brings with her years of volunteerism, mentoring and passion in the area of service.  Her experiences will offer insightful input to address those areas of concern.

I was forced into advocacy for Multiple Sclerosis because of a diagnosis. People like my cousin give their time and other resources out of LOVE for something they've became passionate about. I have always been in awe of those who served as I volunteered for MS WALKS FOR THE CURE. Seeing thousands of people some of whom didn't have a loved one nor did they get the dreadful diagnosis themselves raise money and walk in inclement weather to be of service to others always warmed my heart.

After suffering with symptoms since I was 14,  I was was finally diagnosed in 1993, 22 years after my first symptoms, and a year after the birth of my second son. Having been burdened with various sporadic debilitating symptoms for so long, the diagnosis was a relief after being told for many years there was nothing wrong with me. Finally having a diagnosis brought a little sanity to my life but with many long term obstacles to endure and strive to overcome.

Giving is something we all should share in as some form of paying rent to live on THE CREATOR'S earth.  I've served in various capacities along my journey and will continue. I encourage everyone to find a passionate way to give of themselves. There really aren't many things more rewarding than THE GIFT OF GIVING! So today, I congratulate and thank my beautiful cousin and all the volunteers for choosing Multiple Sclerosis as the cause they advocate for and who give of their time, energy and resources to FIND A CURE for Multiple Sclerosis.

Over 400,000 Americans have received this unwelcome, devastating and life altering diagnosis.

BE BLESSED!

OUR 1440 MINUTES TODAY

THE CREATOR has work for each of us to perform in this complicated life that has been gifted us. In the counting down of these 1440 minutes I have been gifted so far today, I know in part some of the work required of me. It is my obligation as payment for the space I've been allowed to rent on this earth to be lived as closely to what MY CREATOR has directed me to fulfill as humanly possible. And with that, I KNOW THE HARVEST WILL BE PLENTIFUL. HAVE A BLESSED DAY as WE EACH STRIVE TO LIVE OUR BEST LIVES WITH and ON PURPOSE that has been DIRECTED BY GOD IN US!

JOURNEY TO BETTER HEALTH

 Here's one of the easiest health concepts I've adopted to enhance my Journey to Better Health over a month ago. I respect the wisdom of my elders and ancestors who in many ways lived with healthier habits than most of us do today. Oftentimes the "smarter" man becomes the further he moves away from magnificent preventative daily routines that afford us with living our best lives.

Each day I have included a few super healers into my daily routine and am positive continued usage will lead me to a better place as the guidance comes from listening to guidance from the SPIRIT. So here is a simple start to the better health for healing. One tblspn. organic apple cider vinegar, 1 tblspn. organic honey and 8 oz. filtered or distilled water has started my days since early June with the exception of the 4 days I was hospitalized and those were the days I probably needed to stick to it more so. For someone with a health condition such as Multiple Sclerosis, apple cider has been associated with specific healing properties.

For those who are living with chronic illness, my personal battle is Multiple Sclerosis, a simple lifestyle and diet changes can diminish symptoms and in some cases totally eliminate them. Over thirty years ago, I eliminated all pork products from my diet. About 25 years ago, red meat was removed. At the end of 2009, I pledged to myself that by the end of 2010, I will eliminate chicken and turkey. The BP poisoning of the Gulf Coast has expedited my elimination consumption of fish of which 80% of the American supply is captured from that region. By the time tarballs reach a certain destination up the east coast my fish eating days will be over.

Have any of you ever been encouraged by your treating primary doctor or neurologist to change/modify your diet? I sure haven't! Very soon I will be adding other aspects of my Journey as I will be working closely with my personal friend who is a holistic doctor.

I look FORWARD with the PROMISE GOD HAS FOR MY LIFE and that as I MOVE FORWARD WITH FAITH AND KEEPING IN TUNE WITH MY SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE THAT I WILL RECEIVE MY HEALINGS! There are plenty of references to do further inquiry, but all of my personal choices are DETERMINED BY KNOWLEDGE and SPIRIT LED BASED ON CONFIRMATION OF GOD IN ME.

http://www.honeyo.com/honeyhealing.shtml
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/health-benefits-apple-cider-vinegar.html

IS THAT BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF OR FINGER MONITOR CLEAN? ANSWER - NO

Anyone who knows me is quite aware that I always say "YOUR SPIRIT NEVER LEADS YOU ASTRAY". The thing is - DO WE ALWAYS RESPECT IT'S GUIDANCE. Having recently been in several doctors offices and hospitalized for a few days, there are just some things that don't rest well with me. I know I'm an overly funny acting person specifically when it comes to usage of things others have used prior to me -  and especially if I don't know them. I got it honest, and actually I appreciate my defensive nature when it comes to caring about me. These days, you must be vigilant about the things you're exposed to. This is not about OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. THANKS MOM! One of my recent issues while at both places has been the usage of blood pressure cuffs and the finger pulse monitor.

Never again, while I am in a conscious state of mind allow anyone to use either device on me without me actually seeing the devices cleaned. There are thousands of studies and articles available of which I've read only a few but just enough to confirm - "MY SPIRIT NEVER LEADS ME ASTRAY!"  BE BLESSED!

http://www.ehow.com/how_4781014_clean-wrist-blood-pressure-monitors.html