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Just Making Noise´s One Year Anniversary!

March 25, 2010 By Marillyn Beard · | · 7 Comments · | · Affiliate Disclosure

Today marks the one year anniversary of Just Making Noise! As you all know, so much has happen since the starting of my blog. I have so much to share! So, again… I ask that you get comfortable in your chairs, couches, counter stools or whatever you are sitting on at the moment.

I wish I could say that this is a happy day, but to be honest… I woke up with tears in my eyes and a heavy heart. The first thought that came to my mind was… I can´t do this!
Living in Honduras as strip away most of the comforts that I´ve grown up with and it has been hard. There are days where I wish I had a Trader´s Joe or health food store just around the corner and my friends close by, but I don´t. Thankfully, I was given the opportunity to check my email and blog without the girls so I can focus, get some things done and get caught up (Thanks to my wonderful family). Of course, I wanted to see what people had to say about my last post and one caught my eye:

Thanks so much for letting us in on your life and giving us specific ways in which to pray for you and your family. I feel I have found a kindred spirit in you and your blog. Today alone I made 2 of your recipes (Rise-n -Shine Smoothie & Kefir Sourdough Pizza) – both were delish! Will be praying for you and your family as you make this transition to Honduras.
Here’s a section of Scripture that has encouraged me as of late: Phil 4:11-13 “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any & every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance & need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. “

Thank YOU Child of Grace and each one of you who left my blog with prayers, scriptures and encouragement. It warmed my heart knowing that you all care and are praying for my family. Now I feel so much better! Of course, I have my Lord Jesus and know I could not do anything with Him.
Now, I have many little things to share with you all:
Tabitha Update
Your prayers for Tabi were heard and she is about 95% healed. THANK YOU!! Her skin is returning to normal and we are so grateful that we chose not to go the medical route. The natural route DOES WORK… just need to be patience to allow the body to heal and straighten itself out. So often we want the problem(s) to be gone right now and I am guilty of that, but I am so glad God used Tabi´s skin issue to teach me a new level of patience. Please don´t think I´ve got it all together… I don´t, I still have so much to learn about patience and letting God be in control. Please keep praying for me and healing for Tabitha, thank you!
Real Food Media
I´m sure most of you have noticed the new ads I have around my blog. I am thrilled to say that I´ve joined an awesome group called Real Food Media, started by Ann Marie of Cheeseslave. Looking forward to many adventures with these gals!
Giveaways
Yes, I have many giveaways coming up and hope to get them out SOON! Thank you for your patience! Also, it would be much appreciated if some of you or all of you can help me by sharing, tweeting, facebooking and blogging the giveaways when they come out. As many of you know, my time is limited on the internet and challenging. Again, any help is most appreciated!!
Now, I my time is up and I must head home. Blessings and hugs to all of you!!

Mare

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    March 26, 2010 at 8:59 pm

    Hang in there Mare- God will lead you to good things in your new place. I was always amazed at the “real food” resources you had in Costa Rica (I guess because of all the eco-tourism?) We are planning on moving our family to Rwanda in September. We have been there for 3 months at a time in the past, twice. I know my food options will be limited. They don’t even have whole wheat flour (except a strange porridge flour). And the rest you can imagine- no raw milk (unless we get a milk goat maybe), meat that comes from who-know-where & was fed who-knows-what, but we do the best we can & trust God with the rest! I am also amazed at the stuff you bring from the states: a huge jar of coconut oil? a glass lacto-fermenter? You put that in a suitcase? Our suitcases are always right on the edge of the wieght limit as it is 🙂 God bless you & thanks for being a blessing in my family’s health journey too!

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  2. Lisa says

    March 26, 2010 at 9:01 pm

    OH, and happy blog-o-versary too! Forgot to say that! 🙂 WTG!

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  3. JennDZ - The Leftover Queen says

    March 26, 2010 at 11:38 pm

    Hey Mare! It is great to hear from you again so soon – and with such good news. Sometimes life does seem too hard to manage, but you are very strong and have a beautiful family, and I know you will find what you need to get through it all, and find the silver lining while you are at it! 🙂

    And I agree so much with you about the natural route working – having patience is the key. The body is an amazing self healer with the right tools and patience.

    Congrats on your blogiversary and on being accepted into Real Food Media Network! Very exciting bloggy stuff. 🙂

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  4. Kelly the Kitchen Kop says

    March 27, 2010 at 6:37 am

    Hi Mare,

    How fun to have you join us at Real Food Media!

    I don’t often have time to comment, but I read and love all your posts – they help me not to take for granted the little things every day and not to whine about my life. 🙂

    Praying things become easier for you soon!

    Kelly

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  5. Dawn Norman says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:14 am

    Hello Mare
    This is the first time I’ve commented on your blog. I’ve been a subscriber by email for a couple of months I think. I’m not sure what issues you were dealing with with Tabitha, but I definitely agree natural is better. I’m currently dealing with rather severe eczema for over a year. I’m just getting started with the GAPS diet. I’m encouraged by you living your faith for REAL and LOVE that you share that with your readers. I too am working on trusting God to give me the patience to deal with these skin issues and other health issues and managing the ins and outs of this new diet. Thank you for encouraging me also! I’ll pray for you and your family!

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  6. Divina Pe says

    March 29, 2010 at 1:16 pm

    Hello Mare, Congratulations on your first year of blogging. I understand that moving to another country like Honduras is challenging that you want to give up. But even if I understand, I won’t really know exactly how you feel. But I’m glad you were encouraged by comments from friends and readers to continue. But your strength and courage helps me to move forward as well in life. Congratulations on your future projects such as Real Food Media. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you and your life. I will write you soon.

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  7. Laura says

    March 30, 2010 at 5:29 pm

    Hi Mare,
    I remember being in Honduras and learning lessons about eating. There were many lessons about eating what God provided and trusting him with my diabetes and my daughter’s gluten issues. It won’t be easy. Decisions about how to spent time and money are rarely as clear as we want them to be either. My prayers are with you and Jon as you raise two girls and start a ministry. We arrive in La Ceiba on July 3, though my father-in-law will be back before that, maybe in May.

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