Sugar Intake Tracker Log Form

Here you have found a simple tracker log for recording grams of sugar intake for the day.

I haven't purchased these record log notepads as of yet, but I do plan to. I designed them based on how I was keeping track of my own sugar intake for the day.

In the first column is the food with the added sugar in it. In the second column is the number of grams of sugar eaten for that food item. The third column is where I keep a running total of sugar grams eaten for the day.

In addition to the log part, there is an information and tips section at the top of each page, recommended daily intakes of grams of sugar for men and women (For men it is 36 grams and for women it is 24 grams.), and a line to write your own individual goal for grams of sugar intake for that day.

At the bottom of the form, you get to check off whether or not you achieved your goal for the day, along with some encouragement.

The notepads measure 5.5" x 6" and has tear away sheets. There are 40 pages per notepad, giving over a month of record keeping per notepad.

Reducing sugar intake tips daily sugar tracker log
by CherylsArt

I have been keeping my own record of my grams of sugar intake for a week now. Not long, I know. However, I got started, and I've been noticing some improvements in my energy level, especially for day time hours. My first three days, I did not reach my goal, but on the next two days, I came very close. On the sixth day, I even came in under my goal, which is very good indeed.

I shall be keeping up my record keeping of my sugar grams, until I have a good handle on what foods and amounts are best for me to eat during the day.

I do find it helpful to have my log so that I know where I am on my running daily total, and I can easily see what foods that I ate and how many grams of sugar are in them.

I don't know if I will ever be sugar free of added sugar, but I may actually do that on some days. We'll see.

If you think this form would be helpful to you, you can find them in my CherylsArt store on Zazzle.com: Sugar Intake Form.

If you know of anyone that can benefit from this info, please share this blog with them. Thank you.

Cheryl Paton

Lip Moisturizer Treatment Review

The best thing that I have found for keeping my lips moisturized, is the Original Vaseline Jelly. The label says that it is pure 100% petroleum jelly.

I have used a variety of other lip moisturizing treatments and balms, which were name brand, but I have had the best long term results with the original Vaseline.

I usually apply it after brushing my teeth. So for the most part, that is once in the morning, and again at night.

The nice thing about Vaseline, is that it's not just for lips. It can be applied to rough elbows, heels, etc., and also to squeaky door hinges!

As for applying the Vaseline to my lips or anything else, I use a clean Q-tip for each application. Just one dip per end of the cotton swab; that way the Vaseline stays clean for future applications.

Ready to order? This link will take you to the Amazon site: my lip moisturizer.

Need cotton swabs? These cotton swabs are organic, which is a plus in my book. Amazon didn't permit me to use a link for the Q-tips brand, but you are welcome to search for that brand, or whatever brand you might like, once on Amazon.

The above text links go to Amazon. As an Amazon associate, I earn income for qualifying purchases made from the above links.

Thank you.

Cheryl Paton

Rebounder Review

Photo is by Cheryl Paton, including my cat Tori checking out the rebounder.

I have had a couple of mini trampolines, over the years. On the first one, the mesh wore out. When I replaced the first one, I was both surprised and impressed with my second one.

This newer model had more bounce to it. The stretchy fabric has more give to it than what my old mini trampoline had. It was a basic model for around $50.

And then, I got busy with doing other things, and it sat in the basement, awaiting for my return. Well you know what, after I switched to a plant based diet, I got more energy, and also had some extra time, so I got my trampoline out and bought it up to my living room to make it more convenient to use. It was a welcome and fun activity. So much so, that I decided to upgrade to one with more bounce and give to it. I was looking for one with bungee type cords over the metal springs. I liked that there wouldn't be squeaks to it.

I did some research and decided on the JumpSport 350 rebounder. It was within the weight limits for my husband and I, and had a great amount of repetitions that it could handle for its lifetime.

It had added bounce that I wanted, which feels like more fun to me. It is also quieter than the ones with the metal springs that I had before. The legs feel very solid and sturdy.

I had watched videos where people not only jumped on it, but kicked as well. So far my favorite exercises to do on it is to stand and bounce on it, and to just jog in place. Sometimes I also add arm exercises that coordinate with the jumps, and steps.

I like that this a fun way to get extra steps in and I don't have to drive somewhere. I also don't have to think about what the weather is doing.

JumpSport Rebounder

This mini trampoline/rebounder has two thumbs up from me.

I found this one online on Amazon. (That is where the above link goes.) The rebounder was delivered rather quickly, and was so much easier to put together than the old models I had. I did not have to stretch metal coils to attach the fabric to the frame. All I needed to do was to attach the legs.

The other main difference is that this one sets a couple of inches higher, and also has a wider area to jump on. That also feels good.

Cheryl Paton

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All Votes Count Products for Election Change

Here you will find items to encourage people thinkingabout ways to make All Votes Count. And our votes do count!

When our forefathers wrote the constitution, I imagine that they made a provision to try and make the voting process more equal. They wanted the people in smaller states and more rural locations to have more representation of their voting voice being heard. The Electoral College was born.

Today, people are connected via the internet. In most places, they can be in touch with what is going on in another state, across the country, etc.

Since the time that our forefathers wrote the constitution, the Electoral College has been used as a form of gerrymandering; boundaries have been adjusted to try and influence the outcomes of elections. That is not how a democratic government should operate. The government of any country or state should not be trying to influence elections.

Our government is supposed to be for the people and by the people; therefore, let the people decide who shall be president of the United States. Let us vote our president in office by using the popular vote, where all votes count.

If you are in agreement with me, then I invite you to contact your state representatives to voice your opinion.

Also, sometimes mail in ballots have been refused, and not counted. I have listed some common tips to help those ballots be counted. Such as signing the ballot. Below is an example where the tips are printed on posters. These can be passed out to the voting public.

Make All Votes Count with Election Tips Posters
by CherylsArt

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You are welcome to browse through these various products to help promote a new way of thinking - that All Votes Count - to help change our election process and to make it more fair.

I made the following design to help spread the word for All Votes to Count. You'll find the voting tips printed on various products.

All Votes Count
by CherylsArt, family friendly designs

Cheryl Paton

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No Attachments No Aversions Lesters Story

While on my spiritual path, I came across the book, No Attachments No Aversions, by Lester Levenson. Lester was a man who lived life, tried to get ahead, and ended up with all kinds of health problems, personal problems, and was given two weeks to live, three at most, by his doctors. He was sent home to die. He was told not to do the stairs.

He was frightened and scared, afraid to make a move. But gradually he thought, I'm still here. Then he decided to question himself. He went inside himself and began questioning how he got to where he was.

He also started asking himself when he was most happy. At first he thought of outside things that made him happy, but realized most of those were fleeting. He then realized that he was most happy when he was loving toward others.

Armed with his new knowledge, Lester started making changes to his feelings to feel more positive and loving toward others. This changed his life dramatically, for the better. Lester also decided to not eat animals anymore. Lester's health greatly improved after only about three months. He lived for another forty-two years, without seeing anymore doctors.

No Attachments, No Aversions
Levenson was truly an inspiration. You can read more about Lester Levenson, in his own words in his autobiography, in No Attachments, No Aversions.

Cheryl Paton

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Bib Apron from Zazzle Review

I purchased an apron from Zazzle, for myself. I chose a white in the medium length for adults. It gives me plenty of coverage.

When I shop for aprons, I look for the ones that have a bib on them, so that my shirt, etc., stays cleaner and drier.

The apron is a 35/65 cotton-poly twill blend. I like that it washes up nice without any ironing.

The printed design has held up well over the washings. I have had this apron for quite a few years now and have washed it quite a few times. It has had spaghetti splatters on it, that with a spritz of Shout before laundering, easily came out.

I would recommend this apron to anyone.

The adult size comes in two lengths, the medium length, and a longer length. I am wearing the medium length in the photo. There is one basic size for kids. The color choices are white, yellow, and khaki for both the kids and adult sizes.

Since becoming an artist on Zazzle, I like to order their products from time to time, to check out the quality and to wear my designs!

Ready to purchase a turkey apron? Here is a link for it that will take you to my CherylsArt store on Zazzle:

Turkeys are cool, pointillism custom aprons
by CherylsArt

Check out more aprons by CherylsArt at Zazzle.

A spritz of Shout spray can help food splatters to come out.

The above Shout links go to Amazon. As an Amazon associate, I earn income for qualifying purchases made from the Amazon links. The other links go to my CherylsArt store on Zazzle, from which I also earn income.

Cheryl Paton

Favorite Funny Comedy Movies on DVD

My preference for movies are ones that make me laugh. Laughter makes me feel good, and it's fun. So the ones that I'll be sharing with you here my favorite funny comedies.

The first one on my list is Saint Ralph. Ralph is an adolescent boy attending a catholic school. His mother is in a nearby hospital, in a coma. Ralph has great faith and comes to believe that he needs to do something great in order for his mother to come out of the coma. The something great that he decides upon is running in the Boston Marathon. The head priest is not at all for it, but Ralph is determined. There are a few sad parts in this movies, and also quite a bit of fun. It is well worth watching. It also ends with one of the best versions of the song Hallelujah, that I have ever heard.

This second movie, The Producers, is a story about two men who become involved in making a play that they hope will flop; they figure they'll make more money from the insurance write off. So first off, they come up one that they figure people wouldn't like at all, a musical about Hitler. Nathan Lane and Mathew Broderick star in this version, and are a very comedic pair in this movie. You'll also be amazed at the play that they come up with.

If you would like one that is rated G, then I recommend Mr. Bean's Holiday. Mr. Bean wins a camcorder and a paid vacation to the French Riviera. If you've seen any of the Mr. Bean movies before, you know that he gets into a variety of mishaps. He does that frequently in this movie, but also has amazing fun opportunities, and more mishaps. You'll laugh along throughout this movie.

Here's to you enjoying many laughs.

In joy.

Cheryl Paton

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