SPARK!

I'm not the only person who almost falls asleep in my chair after lunch, right? Not that its very comforting to know, but there have been days that I've had to actually fake like I needed to grab a supply so I could get up and walk around and not doze off while cleaning teeth! (I'm a good hygienist... dont judge!). But those days are in the PAST! :-)

Now, I drink my SPARK each afternoon and am quite alert! Totally focused and ready to take care of my patients. Or kids. Or dog... whoever :-)

There are 9 great flavors but I am extremely partial to fruit punch, pink lemonade and watermelon! And it makes me feel so much better than my old "fix" of mountain dew which is FULL of sugar and super acidic. Again, dont judge. I know that I'm a hygienist... I know mountain dew is TERRIBLE for your teeth. Yes, i brushed after drinking it! Unfortunately, while i could get rid of the sugar and acid, I had a much tougher time ridding my WAIST LINE of its effects.

But spark is only 45 calories, NO sugar and 21 vitamins and minerals! There is NO crash and it does NOT make you jittery! It is by far Advocare's #1 seller and I totally see why!

I order mine in a canister (b/c its cheaper that way!) but it also comes in handy packets for on the go. Either way, you can check it out HERE.

And dont forget that advocare offers a membership (similar to a Sams membership). Its a one time $79 fee and you get a membership kit that includes $50 worth of spark and slam (their on the go 5oz energy drink... Jeff loves those for taking with him to school and drink before going for a run) and you get a 20%-40% discount for LIFE! No minimum orders! You can order once a week, once a year, etc... Its a great deal! You can learn more about that HERE.

If you're interested in a sample, let me know and I'll be happy to send some your way :-)

Happy Spark-ing!

Update on Sawyer

I could write a ton, but instead I"ll just direct you to Ashlyn's blog for more information.

They are meeting with a social worker today to discuss things as well as meeting with the surgeons to determine a date for surgery/what they will do.

Ashlyn and Josh are VERY overwhelmed right now with all of the decisions and stresses that go with a situation like this.

The main thing that they are requesting is prayer for their sweet boy and for the decisions they will make. However, I can tell that the financial worry is significant.

Paypal has allowed baby Sawyer to be considered a not for profit organization and are allowing donations to be made without charging any type of fees... meaning every penny anyone donates will go to Josh and Ashlyn!

If you are compelled to do so, I would ask that you click on the "donate" button on the upper right of the page and give any amount. Every dollar helps defray costs...

THANK YOU!

Sawyer Joshua Murphy (is HERE!)

I posted a while ago about my dear friends Ashlyn and Josh Murphy who were expecting their first baby. "Baby M" as we called him (because they kept his name a secret!) is HERE!

Ashlyn went to be induced Tuesday night at 11pm. The pediatric cardiologist had suggested that if possible, Ashlyn deliver vaginally because it would help Sawyer to expel the fluid as he was delivered. So she and Dr Pohl gave it their all!

Unfortunately, she had to undergo a C-section, though. But you know, C section babies have perfect little round heads and sweet baby Sawyer is NO exception! He is PERFECT!!!

He has been transported to Egelston and the Dr's are determining the best course of action. Josh has gone over to be with Sawyer and Ashlyn will be released hopefully in the next day or so and will head over, as well. Her Csection complicated her mobility a bit and has her uncomfortable, so prayers that the Lord would heal her body so she can focus on their son would be great! Please pray  also for wisdom and guidance for the Dr's. For healing for Sawyer!!! For Josh to be strong for them all and that they would continue to find support and love in their family and friendships (which they will, no doubt!)

Here is the beautiful family of 3. Just before Sawyer was transported, Ashlyn got to hold him for the FIRST and only time so far... yall know how heart breaking that is as a mom... she just wants to hold him! Please pray that there will be LOTS more snuggling soon!

There is also a "DONATE" link at the top right of my page that allows you to donate for this sweet family. Sawyer will likely need multiple surgeries. Ashlyn is out of work (due to the pregnancy) and Josh is about maxed out on his paid time off (because of all of the dr appts). This sweet, young family could use some help, although they would never admit that. So I set up the charitable donation account (thank you to pay pal for approving them as a "charity") and it is a safe way to donate.

Most of all, please continue to pray for this sweet baby!