Living their Dreams at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi

WWII ship MS Restoration
Heading to Sochi, Russia 1995

The 3-Generation GLITS Gals love the Winter Olympics!

Jacquie:  I love to watch the dreams of these young people coming true right before my very eyes, via the television.  They have been preparing for years and are now in tip-top shape to fulfill their dreams.  Just to be in Sochi, Russia will be life-changing for each one.  I wish them all the best.  As you and I watch the Olympics, lets not forget to meet our own daily health-goals through eating healthy and exercising.  

Jacquie took skating lessons when she was younger,
Now she skates for fun.

Destiny:  Our American women competing in the Olympics look naturally beautiful.  It must be all the exercise they get preparing for the intense two weeks ahead.  The ice skaters especially have the ability to look glamorous ... gorgeous outfits, lovely hair-do's, and exotic make-up.  You go, girls!  And as you and I watch their dreams unfold, remember to bling up your own dreams!

"You can be glam while exercising"
Destiny in her younger days in Southern California

Sharon:  These Olympics are special to me because in 1995 I sailed from Seattle, WA, to Sochi, Russia on a WWII ship.  Our purpose for being in Sochi was quite different than our Olympians.  You see, we were there to pick up Russian Jews and transport them to Haifa, Israel (free of charge).  Those moments at the dock just before dawn were emotional for the crew, but even more for the Russian Jews who were leaving their homeland to begin a new life in Israel.

Sharon in her cabin on the WWII ship Restoration
She learned that "Less is best" on her 14-months living on board.

The 3-Generation GLITS Gals wish our American team the very best.  We will be rooting them on from the comfort of our homes.  

God bless them all and return them safely home.

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Christmas Glam Time!

GLITS Gals ~ December 2013
Christmas time at the Riverbank Zoo, Columbia, SC

It's Christmas!

We may run, walk, skate, drive, or fly,

but let us never lose sight of 

the Reason for the season,

or miss a chance to see a snowflake on the way.

Sharon:   Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year.  And the busiest.  In the hustle and bustle of the days ahead, lets not forget the Reason for the Season.  Jesus!  Christmas carols fill the sound waves on the radio and in our local churches.  And of course there's the shopping for family and our special friends.  Take your time shopping.  Choose wisely.  Gifts don't have to have money written all over them.  Let your presents come from your heart.  Jacquie already gave me a little Christmas bag full of little goodies ... a small candle with ice skates, peppermints, dark-chocolat candy bar, peppermint lotion... all yummies she knew I'd savor.  So thoughtful.

Me and Jacquie's mom-in-law playing in the snow
at Riverbank Zoo
December 2013

A few tips for the Christmas season from the GLITS Gals:

Jacquie:  Park a few spaces farther when you go to the busy shopping malls.  Enjoy walking those stores!  Go ahead and eat your favorite holiday food -- just remember to drink your morning smoothie and to drink extra water.

Destiny:  Go ahead!  Add a splash of red to your lips, cheeks, and wardrobe.  And don't forget the glitzy red nail polish.  

Sharon:  Any readers on your Christmas List?  Order a signed copy of my novel, Lady and the Sea, (also available on www.amazon.com and e-books) on my website:  www.sharonleaf.com

The GLITS Gals wish you a very Merry Christmas

and oceans of blessings for the New Year!  

Unto us a child is born

A Savior

Christ the Lord!

Have a GLITS-ee Thanksgiving!

Eat well.  Love well.

Smiles bring sunshine to any gloomy autumn day

We're thankful for the great outdoors!

The GLITS (Girls-Living-In-The-South) Gals want to wish you a happy, thankful Thanksgiving!

As we spend time with family, remember:  Don't judge.   Love. Sprinkled with laughter and lots of glitz!  

Enjoy your feast with family and friends, then go for a nice afternoon walk.  Remember to journal your memories because I guarantee that you won't remember them five years from now ... or even a year from now.  

May God's blessings fill your Thanksgiving holiday!

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A few tips for Mother's Day from the GLITS Gals

Mother's Day flowers from son, Shawn 2009

The GLITS gals have a few tips for Mother's Day...

Destiny:  Give a 'goody bag' of lotion, cleansing cream, make-up, whatever you think your mom would enjoy.  You can spend a lot, or if you're on a budget like me, take a trip to your local drug store (CVS, Long's).  Give mom something that she would never buy for herself that will bring out the diva in her!

Jacquie:  How about a gift card for a massage?  Whether an hour, or even 30 minutes, your mother will feel like a new woman!

Sharon:  If your mother is a reader, may I suggest LADY and the SEA, a novel based on my true story.  You can purchase my book through Amazon.com, E-books, or go to my website at www.sharonleaf.com.  After reading, look out!  Your mom will be ready to take on the next adventure that comes her way.

Now, after applying her diva make-up and having a soothing massage, good ol' mom will look and feel like a million dollars when she curls up with her new book!

Whatever you can afford, big or small, make sure you give your mother a big hug, or if she lives far away, a phone call will do just fine.  But let's remember ... the most important gift of all is love.

GLITS Gals enjoying an afternoon on Lake Murray

We wish you health and blessings for
 MOTHER'S DAY!!

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