Hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Temperatures in Missouri were in the negative range early in the week and now is supposed to be almost 60 degrees this weekend. Oh my!
If you ask my hubby I am not watching 24/7 football, however, that Prince halftime show was and continues to be priceless. Everyone knows whether a football fan or not that this is Super Bowl weekend and the ever-determined Patriots versus. the strong bucking Rams. I go over and over in my head that the Rams were in St. Louis, Missouri for twenty years and the only Super Bowl win was while in the Gateway City. In this post in Sports Illustrated by Joan Niesen, “St. Louis’s Super Bowl: Confusion About the Rams-and Contempt for Stan Kroenke” says that most St. Louisans want to just not even bother but that’s not everyone. I have some friends who don’t care about Kroenke’s antics and have gone to California to watch live and in person at the Coliseum.
In 2014, JT met then Rams players Corey Harkey (left) and Cody Davis (right) at a Lady Rams event.
I know even though Kroenke was born and raised in Missouri, space and money is the main focus of moving the Rams back to Los Angeles, California. The new stadium according to the Washington Post will cost approximately $5 Billion dollars that’s no chunk change. In the article by Liz Clarke, “The Rams’ $5 billion stadium complex is bigger than Disneyland. It might be perfect for L.A.,” the new stadium will cost megabucks.
“The surrounding multiuse development, which includes a 250,000-square-foot West Coast headquarters for NFL Media and the NFL Network, will be constructed in stages and drive the total project’s cost well over $5 billion.”
Money, Money, Money!
We want to say that money isn’t what it’s about and that it’s about the game. But we know, in today’s era of professional sports, that just isn’t the case.
With this year’s Super Bowl featuring the now Los Angeles Rams against the New England Patriots, a big dilemma has hit the people of Saint Louis. Who does one root for? Let’s look at it. The Rams won their first Super Bowl following the 1999 season. The Greatest Show on Turf was rolling high and the Rams were the talk of the NFL world. By the end of the 2001 season, the Rams were back in the Super Bowl, taking on the upstart New England Patriots, with a second-year quarterback by the name of Tom Brady. The Rams were a heavy favorite to win the game, but much to the surprise on many people, the Patriots came away victorious. This win by the Patriots propelled them into a string of Super Bowl appearances. In the last seventeen seasons, the Patriots have won five of the eight games they have played, with this year’s game being number nine.
The fact that New England defeated the Rams and their continued success has left many Saint Louisans feeling not so nice things about the Patriots. We know many people who would always cheer against Patriots whenever they were planning, especially in the Super Bowl.
And when Kroenke and the Rams left the Gateway City after the 2015 season, many Saint Louisans feel the burn of a money-hungry owner who allowed his team to hit rock bottom all the while demanding a new stadium for his team. While Saint Louis officials were planning to build a new stadium for Kroenke, he convinced the NFL League officials to approve the move back to Los Angeles while promising to build a sports and entertainment complex that would benefit the NFL as a whole. Officials overwhelmingly approved the move and Saint Louis was once again without a professional football team. Many Saint Louisans supported the Rams from day one and became true supporters and fans. If leaving Saint Louis for Los Angeles was not bad enough, but once they get back to Los Angeles, they start playing better, winning games and now back in the Super Bowl. Saint Louisians’ frustration and loathe for the Rams have now been taken to a higher level.
So here we are. February 2019. The Saint Louis, I mean the Los Angeles Rams are playing the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII. Who does one root for? The team that left our city for more opportunities and more money. Or the team that beat our then team back in 2002. I can honestly say, I don’t know. A colleague at work said he would be root for the team that ends up winning the game. Maybe so!
I would like to hear your thoughts and comments! Who are you rooting for? Do you even care? Are you more interested in the halftime show or the commercials? Or will you not be watching any of it and doing other things.
I pray that your week has been an awesome one for you. We received an arctic blast that sent our temperatures below zero, -28 degrees wind chill to be exact. Time to bring out the faux fur coat. Nothing keeps you warm like faux fur, and it is only faux fur for me.
In addition to being a girly girl, I am also a techy girl. Whether it is the latest smartphone or new computer program, I enjoy using a variety of gadgets and the like and figuring them out. One of the latest gadgets that I had an opportunity to try was the DJI Osmo Mobile 2. Over the Christmas season, thanks to my partnership with Verizon Wireless, I was able to use this neat gizmo device.
DJI Osmo Mobile 2
Attach and sync your smartphone to the DJI Osmo Mobile and you are able to take better photographs and capture videos. The DJI has several features that can enhance your videos and your photographs. With ActiveTrack, the built-in sensors help you keep your target on track. The built-in zoom feature on the handle allows for smooth and seamless zooms without having to go your smartphone. The panoramic feature allows you to take multiple photographs at one time and then combines them together into one larger photograph.
Think of the selifes you can take or the YouTube videos you can capture. Or when you are on vacation and you want to take a video of the places you visit.
This is one of my YouTube videos that I recorded using the Google Pixel 3XL and the DJI Osmo Mobile 2.
In the past, I would have had my hubby capturing the video while I spoke. This time around I was able to do it myself.
It was fun learning how to use the DJI. But it took a little practice getting the smartphone into the holder and keeping it stable in order to capture the video. After working with it for a bit, I figured it out and I was all set to go. My hubby, on the other hand, didn’t like how when he would hold it straight the camera would move and that was a little frustrating. I had to show him how to balance the handle straight so the camera wouldn’t move. I don’t think this is a reason not to purchase the DJI Osmo Mobile 2, however, again it may take some practice.
In addition, the app has several new features that I spent some time exploring what they were and learning how to integrate them into the videos that I wanted to capture.
Whether it is just for fun or a part of a social media business that you operate, the device will provide you with better quality results than you can imagine. All it takes is a little time to practice using the device and learning the features of the app. Once you have mastered that, you will be all set and ready to go.
FTC Disclosure:
Verizon Wireless provided me with the DJI Osmo Mobile 2 for a period of six weeks to use the product and to write this review. I did not receive any monetary compensation to write this review and all opinions are strictly my own. At the end of the six weeks, the product was returned back to Verizon Wireless.
Health is such an over-discussed topic that we can analyze it until we are blue in the face! We can live one type of diet, and find that it’s completely wrong for us. And for those people that really think they’re living a healthy lifestyle, but they seem to feel terrible all the time, is it about undergoing a certain regime or is it about something completely different? Let’s try and unravel the health fundamentals we all need in which to thrive every day.
JTwisdom
Drink Your Water! Yes, it is pretty obvious, but when we live such a busy lifestyle, we can forget to give our bodies an adequate amount of H2O. Water makes up approximately 60% of our bodies, and not only is it great for your internal organs, but it can make a big difference to your skin and you will notice the difference when you are dehydrated. For most people that feel sluggish, we need to ask themselves if they are hydrating efficiently. It’s not a very difficult thing to keep on top of, but if you are very busy, here are some of the best water drinking apps to ensure you get your minimum of 1.5 liters a day. And for those that exercise and sweat a lot, it’s even more!
Moving As Much As You Can Depending on how much you weigh, you may need to move around more, but if you live a sedentary lifestyle, and commute to the office, before sitting down all day, don’t be surprised that when you hit 40, everything starts to hurt a little bit more! We all need to get up and move around a lot more, and this isn’t a very difficult thing to do, but we need to actively look at if we’re doing enough to get that heart pumping. If we don’t, then we have to take some extra steps, metaphorically and literally!
Looking At Your Happiness Your health isn’t just your skin and your organs and your muscles, but it’s that grey matter in between your ears. To be healthy, it’s not just enough to go to the gym, but to thrive each and every day, especially in a busy world, we need to ensure that we are of sound mind. And of course, there is no such thing as normal, but we need to feel comfortable in our own skin so that we can enjoy every day the way it was meant to be. Stress and anxiety are so common now that we all feel that we’re thinking outside of our heads. We have numerous pressures placed on us, and it’s hardly a surprise that mental health issues are so widely discussed. Learning how to be happy isn’t an overnight fix, but by adding little changes to your life, you can feel the benefits.
We can overthink diet and exercise, but when we want to function on a basic level every single day, we have to listen to our bodies and minds, but understand the fundamentals that keep us functioning.
Hope you are having a wonderful day! Today marks day 17 of our 21 day fast that my hubby and I are partaking with our church. We are doing a Daniel Fast, which means we only eating fruits, vegetables, beans and nuts. No meat and no sugar. I must admit it, it’s been tough when you cannot eat the same things you are used to eating. Part of the fast is to develop a stronger relationship with God by studying the Bible. But many times knowing how to study the Word can be difficult if you do not have the right tools. Fasting is not a diet, and I reiterate fasting is not a diet; it’s working on developing a stronger spiritual connection with God.
With my partnership with LEV3L Digital and Lifeway, I had an opportunity to review a new study Bible edited by Dr. George Guthrie. Using the chronological format, Guthrie created commentary and study questions to allow the reader to get deeper into God’s word. The Bible is designed to be completed in one year and allows for one day each week for spiritual reflection.
In addition to providing me with a Bible, LEV3L Digital and Lifeway sponsored a giveawayso that one of our readers can have a Bible of their own. I am happy to announce that the winner of the giveaway is Audrey!!! Congratulations, Audrey!! You are a winner!
Audrey was selected by a random number generator of all the comments left on the giveaway’s post.
Audrey, we will be in touch with you about getting the Bible to you.
Congratulations, again!!!
Jewellery is such a great way of marking a special occasion. It is something timeless that can be treasured for a lifetime and can be worn every day as a reminder of a special moment in your life. Whatever the celebration, jewellery is always a real treat to receive and makes that personal milestone or moment of celebration even more memorable! Here are just a few ways that you can use jewellery to make those special milestones for you and your loved ones even more magical!
image courtesy of Muru Jewelry
To celebrate a new baby The birth of a child is always a cause for celebration whether it’s the birth of a relative or a new addition to a friend’s family. For the newborn child, an engraved christening bangle is a classic way to welcome a new baby into the world. For a new mother, the options for a thoughtful and personal gift are virtually endless. You can get really creative and create your own customised gift that is unique and personal to the new mom. Here are just a few ideas for a magical baby memento;
— A simple initial necklace is a special way to celebrate the birth of a new child. Wearing your child’s initial is a great way to keep them close to your heart at all times.
— Lockets are a beautiful way to store a meaningful keepsake. You can choose a special photo or even a lock of the baby’s hair to keep them close each day.
— Fingerprint or footprint jewellery is a memorable way to keep a record of your babies early years. This involves making an ink-less impression of the babies hand or footprint which is then miniaturised and carefully incorporated into a handcrafted and highly unique jewellery design.
Weddings & Bridesmaids Gifts Many hours are spent organising the bride’s outfit for the big day, but choosing jewellery that compliments the dress is equally important too. You don’t always need to wear something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue but wearing an old piece of jewellery that has been handed down by a parent or grandparent is a meaningful way to remember loved ones past and present as you start a new chapter in your life.
You can also make the brides big day even more memorable with a wedding gift that symbolises her new found love. Nothing symbolises the unity of marriage more than two entwined rings or a love knot design. Both can be beautifully engraved with the bride and groom’s names for extra meaning. The infinity symbol is also represented in many bridal gifts and is the perfect jewellery design to represent the enduring nature of love. For the maid of honour and the bridesmaids, jewellery is a great way to say thank you. Phil Barnes, the founder of Muru Jewellery believes that “Jewellery is a great way to show the special people in your life how much you care. By finding a special meaning that suits your loved one’s personality, you can make them feel special every day.”
image courtesy of Muru Jewelry
Birthdays & Anniversaries Finding a truly special present for a loved one’s birthday or anniversary is not always as easy as it sounds. Jewellery is a very personal choice and is often worn as an expression of someone’s character to reflect who they are. Here are a few easy steps to help you make her birthday or anniversary one to remember;
— Treat her to a birthstone necklace which makes a uniquely personal gift and adds a touch of colour to any outfit.
— Show her that you love her to the stars and back with a zodiac necklace that features her unique birth sign.
— Chakra, dreamcatcher and talisman jewellery is an easy way to spread positivity, love and wellbeing and is a gift with a positive message.
Capture the moment and creating memories Whatever your style, jewellery is the perfect way to make those special occasions even more memorable. The jewellery we receive often occurs around meaningful moments in our lives and allows us to capture the moment and carry it with us every day.
When jewellery is meaningful and personal it evokes many memories and becomes a daily source of inspiration that will be treasured for many years to come.
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Learn More About JT Bubbling with Elegance and Grace is a place for life long learners. The Bubbling With Elegance And Grace team was created 14 years ago. A passion for fashion sparked a lifestyle blog for our Elegant Community to enjoy. We are thankful and in gratitude to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for those who have been with us from the beginning and those who have just started riding with us on this lovely journey.
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