Getting Back to my Words….

May 7, 2026May 9, 20263 Comments

I didn’t want to take a break, because more items kept being added to my work list. I’m like I’ll just work through this pain as I started praying for a better job.

Then I stopped, closed my eyes, and said I was going to listen to my body. So, I am going to put my phone down and crochet for the rest of my short break.

Okay I was ready to relax, at least until I saw that I broke my cute blue plastic crochet needle. I normally don’t take that one and it seems something always happens when you are rushing.

I was just thinking about how sweet it was going to be to sleep late tomorrow, but of course I had to think about the rent. When all those fruit tray orders came in, my mouth asked to come in, before my brain could stop the words from coming out of my mouth.

This made me also think about that pineapple on my counter. Time to make me a smoothie. I got myself a small ninja blinder and I hardly use it. I also started thinking about writing poems again and there are times when a quick thought crosses my mind, but it is almost always lost. There was a time when I always had a special book for that very reason. Time to relax with a cup of coffee.

https://amzn.to/4euaftn “A Time to Write,” is a composition notebook where words have a way to make you feel calm, create something new or encourage you to set all your dreams free. The lines of this composition notebook may not have any words now, but I am sure someone can change that. There are also a few pages that have a – to do list, and a debt tracker for bills or savings. Have fun with your words….

** Hello, I am adding affiliate links to my post. I am also going to keep my word and only post items I have some knowledge of and like. I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Thank You. I appreciate your support. #affiliate links will take you to the Amazon website…..

https://amzn.to/3QVii8Q This journal has a gratitude question page, answering a few questions can help you understand your feelings. There is a page to list your prayers. Also, a few cute pages with hearts on it to write down your memorable moments and grateful thoughts ❤️ ❤️…..

Bye IV Now, LD*

My Next Step

April 25, 2026Leave a comment

I am in the middle of breaking down my second book and turning them into a blog post. I know I can get up to 50 pages copyrighted and each post should have at least 1,500 words. I was going to put an ad at the bottom of the post.

That was my idea anyway. I knew I had to buy a plugin, but didn’t know it cost so much. Then I had a surprise to my question, because I thought adding ads was affiliate marketing? The person who answered my question about the price seemed confused.

Let me go ask google and see if I am right or wrong, because I am doing my best to keep a roof over my mother’s head and food for her to eat. Now I can and have gone to bed hungry, but I need that roof to be there.

{}This is the answer I got back from Google: Affiliate marketing involves promoting products or services through affiliates who earn commissions, while advertising typically uses display ads to reach target audiences directly. Both aim to attract customers, but their methods and personalization differ.{}

Okay, I believe I write, just saying it wrong, and I am moving forward. I I

didn’t want to go into my rent money, but I am. I will just have to cut my grocery list, because I have to step out of my not so comfortable zone and try something new.

I have already started doing that by doing Tai Chi. I am beyond tired of being in pain coming home from work, and I can no longer go for my morning walks on my day off.

I may not like change, but that is life. If we don’t change, then we get left behind, and I rather move forward. I am now going to take that next step, because tomorrow will be a better day.

I am also going to keep my word. If and when I add any ads to my post it will have something to do with my storyline and I will research the item if I hadn’t tried it myself.

**side note : I wonder how I could actually try new items? Another question to look up at another time.

Isaiah 43:18-19 NIV [18] “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. [19] See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.

https://bible.com/bible/111/isa.43.18-19.NIV

Bye IV Now, LD*

Coffee First…

March 22, 2026Leave a comment

I’ve been wanting to write down my thoughts and this cool idea, but looking for a job is a lot of work. There was a time you could just send in a resume, but now you have to verify if it’s a real job.

I was about to get started with my search, but I realized I hadn’t had my coffee. I don’t know about anyone else, but coffee first, and I can start my day.

Bye IV Now, LD*

Time Start Again…

January 25, 2026Leave a comment

Not Just Water

Just Words

January 24, 2026Leave a comment

When words become more than just words they become action, and a start to something new. The sun isn’t up, no smell of strong coffee in the air but there is energy ready to start a new day.

I worked in retail for years. I enjoyed organizing tables, shelves, and walls. Turning something ordinary into something cute. I am no longer able to create in an actual store. When I walk into a store for a fresh start, the hiring manager sees a woman walking with a cane, and even though they talk with a smile. I already knew I wasn’t going to get the job.

I am on Pinterest just for fun, but what if it becomes more than just fun? I started taking notes, and I believe I am getting closer to understanding affiliate marketing. I am getting closer to creating again and a Smile.