Life, Music & Random Stuff

Zija Anyone?

2011-07-31T20:12:00.000-07:00

As a result of all that's been going on with my wife's health and her recent diagnosis of colon cancer, I decided it was time for us to make a change! You see, she is only 48 years old and diagnosed with colon cancer with no family history! So, genetics can be taken out of the equation and "bad mouth input" can be added. At least, that's how we both feel. what I mean by that is we believe that her condition is a result of bad choices in food and drinks that contain "unatural" additives. So, we are changing our eating habits as well as making changes to help fix the problems in our bodies and promote good health. This brings me to Zija. As I was looking for ways to better ourselves, I came across this product called Zija. No one tried to get me involved...I looked for it and researched it myself. So, I thought, there are too many people bragging about the benefits of this product for it to be some bogus "fly-by-night" scheme. Here are my actual results. After approximately two weeks on the Zija smart mix and tea, my cholesterol levels were "normal" after being elevated before starting Zija. I have since started using the Zija XM3 pill which aides in weight loss and I have lost about 10 pounds at this point. My goal is to lose at least 50 more pounds and also get off my three blood pressure pills.

So, do I recommend this product? You bet! In addition to the results I've listed, I have more energy, sleep much better at night and I don't have the common aches and pains I once had.

So let me ask you. Do you have any health issues that you wish could be improved upon or possibly removed? If so, I encourage you to visit the web link below, look over the information and then register with the information asked for and I will respond back to you!

http://www.droysdon.myzijastory.com/

2011--"The Year of The Breakthrough"

2011-03-11T18:08:00.000-08:00

When you're up against a struggle
That's shattered all your dreams
And your hopes been cruely crushed
By Satan's manifested schemes.
And you feel the urge within you
To submit to earthly fears
Don't let the faith your standing in
Seem to disappear

CHORUS:
Praise the Lord! He will through those who praise him
Praise the Lord! For our God inhabits praise.
Praise the Lord! And those chains that seem to bind you
Serve only to remind you.
That they drop powerless behind you.
When you praise him.

The words to this song were brought back to my mind this weekend at church. It's a song that I used to sing and one that has so much truth. The song was sung by one of our musicians and he set up the song by saying that God had impressed him to sing this song at that service. He didn't know why but God said someone needed to hear it. I'm glad he listend to God because we needed to hear that song; it was for us.

Our pastor at Trinity Assembly has said that he believes that God has impressed upon him that 2011 will be the "Year of Breakthrough" but that God's people will have to stand on what they know in order to reach "Breakthrough". Well his words have definitely been accurate so far. Our year started with our youngest daughter's appendix rupturing on Christmas day and it carried into the New Year. After two hospital stays and two drain tubes, massive weight loss and missing nearly two months of school, we have seen "Breakthrough!" Baley is eating again, complexion looking good and no problems from the ruptured appendix.

Now, the next battle. Just this week, we have learned that my wife Lisa has a tumor that has to be removed. It has been diagnosed as cancer but we believe that "by His stripes we are healed" and that this too will be another "breakthrough" for the Roysdon family. John 10:10 states The thief (Satan) comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. That means satan's attempts to cause calamity in our family will be overtaken by God's gift of abundant life which equals...breakthrough! We thank him for His blessings and for the restoration of health to our family!

Arizona Shooting

2011-01-11T18:07:00.000-08:00

This weekend, I sat in amazement at what I saw on tv. A lone shooter wounds 19 people, killing six of them in Arizona. Among the killed was a young 9-year old girl. As I watched the interivews progress, emotion welled up inside me as the most polished news comentators could hardly even talk about it without their voice breaking up. And then today I find out that this group of people that call themselves a church are planning to picket this little girl's funeral. This is the most rediciulous thing I have ever heard of! These idiots are extreme nuts! How can picketing this girl's funeral help further any cause? She didn't hold a political office and neither did her parents. If they have any sense (and I don't belive they have an ounce) they better keep there derriere out of Arizona! I don't think those people are going to let them just waltz in without a fight! Even though this group calls themselves a church, they are really not. A church is place where people can meet and worship the Lord God in Spirit and Truth. A place where each person is there to encourage and lift each other up in prayer. This group's so called "church" is a social club, where they use their name to push an anti-government agenda. They are not a church! They are a group of communists who need to move to a country that goes along with their ideas! Say.....Pakistan! As you can tell, this tends to get my motor running and I have to admit, it gets my blood boiling! I wish I had the time to join the people that are planning on lining the funeral route so these fools can't get through! I would be there in a heart beat if I could!

Your Word

2011-01-06T11:58:00.000-08:00

Have you ever wished that people would say what they mean and mean what they say? Yeah me too! Let's preface this with a scripture from Matthew 5:33-37 where the scripture is talking about these very things. Here the scriptures are telling us that "polishing" our words with religious ideas don't make them any more true. If you don't intend to follow through then the end result will be the same regardless. For me, I grew up watching people never following through with their promises. Due to that, I have made it a point to say what I mean and do what I say. I've come up short many times but I always try to make it up and give an apology. I know some people whose intentions are great but they are either late or never do what they say. I never hear from them about their promise they made. It's like, "let's ignore it and it will go away" or they will make an excuse. You can make an excuse to cover about anything! As Christians, we of all people should be making sure that our words are believable. If we can't follow through, then with today's technology, it shouldn't be a problem of letting someone know that we can't do as you promised. Remember, the world is watching!

To Visit or Not To Visit

2011-01-04T11:22:00.000-08:00

Recently, our youngest daughter had to have emergency surgery due to a ruptured appendix on Christmas day. While going through the last couple of weeks, I've noticed the importance of words of encouragement and friend visitations. She has had a number of family and friends either call, text or come by to see her in which I am thankful. I've watched her face light up when visitors call or come by. I have also watched her enter almost a depressive state on days when no one called or came by to see her. Through this I have observed the importance of visiting the sick. I have never been in her condition and couldn't relate until this occured. I'm sure that in the past I have chosen to not call or not go by and visit someone even if only for a brief moment. I now see how important those times are. So, if you have the opportunity to encourage someone, take the time do so. Who knows, it could mean the difference in a speedy recovery or long drawn out sickness!

Music Program Update

2011-01-04T11:12:00.000-08:00

After talking to both principals at Allardt Elementary and South Fentress Elementary, we have made the decision to not "make up" concerts for the Christmas programs that we missed in December. The Principals and I feel it would be better to move on due to the possibility of more snow which could hamper even a make up date. We do apologize but you know, we can't control the weather. If I could, well...I wouldn't be teaching music and writing this blog most likely! As far as future plans, we will be doing a Spring Patriotic Program at each school and it will involve 4th, 5th & 6th grades. We will begin working on the songs for these programs very soon. Hopefully the snow will be gone by the then!

Random Stuff: It's Been Awhile!!!!

2010-12-30T18:36:00.000-08:00

Well, life has been happening and I've neglected to post anything on the blog and I apologize. It's been a very busy school year and due to my heavy schedule, I've not had as much time to contribute to the blog. First, a few updates. Since our 2010 Christmas Programs at both Allardt Elementary and South Fentress Elementary were canceled due to snow, we will have to look at school schedules and see about maybe doing a "day" program or something. It's been over three weeks since classes have met and it will take a couple of weeks to get our songs back in shape. So,we will make some decisions on the matter once we are back in school. Last, I will trying to post more often than I have been doing this year. Please check back and comment on the posts.

Thanks,
Dwight

I'm Back!

2010-03-16T07:20:00.000-07:00

Well I have been absent from the "blog" world for a couple of months due to some traveling and just general "busy-ness!" Is that a word? Well I guess it is now! During this time I have had the priviledge of traveling to California and Arizona. While there, I visited some of our country's greatest sites such as The Grand Canyon, Sedona Arizona, and the beautiful coast of Southern California. I was really impressed with the people we came in contact with. It's very easy to fall into the frame of mind that people are just different or weird from other parts of the country especially if you have never been there before. Well I'm sure there probably are some that are weird! But hey, we have our share here where I live in Tennessee too! People in general are the same wherever you go. The cultures may be different but we still long for fellowship with one another. So, I'm going to try to be more open to the idea that the people on the other side of the mountain are not much different than me! (Well maybe skinnier but that's a whole different situation)!

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2010-03-16T07:19:00.000-07:00

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New Music Class Website

2010-01-22T11:24:00.000-08:00

I want to invite you to check out a new website. The site highlights my music classes at Allardt & South Fentress Elementary School. The site is currently in the beginning stages but I have uploaded some pics from our recent music programs at Allardt Elementary. The address is: http://teacherweb.com/TN/AllardtElementarySouthFentressElementary/Music

Check it out and see what my students have been doing!

Christmas Program Reminder

2009-12-16T08:16:00.000-08:00

The South Fentress Elementary School will present their Christmas Programs tomorrow evening with "Christmas At Our School" which involves the Pre K, Kindergarten, 4th, 5th & 6th Grades, starting at 6:00. The 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade program will start at 7:30 and their program is called "The Littlest Christmas Tree."

Allardt Christmas Program

2009-12-08T19:15:00.000-08:00

I just got home from Allardt Elementary where I just directed my Pre K-2nd Grade Christmas Program. The kids did an awesome job and I was pleased with their behavior and performance! That completes our holiday programs at Allardt. I have two more to do at South Fenress Elementary next week. Be watching for a new website coming soon that will highlight the music departments at these two schools where I teach!

What Are You Thankful For?

2009-11-29T21:24:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving Holiday is almost over but the "thankfulness" shouldn't end. In one of the songs we did at the Allardt Program last week there was a line that said, "What are you thankful for?" So, I have to answer the question this way. I am thankful for my salvation and God's grace and good health. I am thankful for a great wife and two awesome, wonderful girls that I am very proud of. I am thankful for my church and pastors at Trinity Assembly in Algood. I am thankful for a job. I am thankful for my country where I am free to worship. Last, I am thankful for a great mother who made sure she gave me good moral guidelines by example when I was growing up. This is my short list. So now the ball is in your court! Just what are you thankful for?

Allardt School Presents "A Time To Give Thanks"

2009-11-24T12:04:00.000-08:00

Last night, Allardt Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades presented "A Time To Give Thanks", a music program expressing what Thanksgiving is all about. Allardt students did an awesome job and I am very pleased with their performance and behavior! Thanks to all the teachers that helped with any part of the program. I couldn't have done it without your support! Last, thanks to all the parents for coming and supporting your child at the program and for your encouragement as well!

Upcoming Events

2009-11-09T07:25:00.000-08:00

The Schools that I teach at are currently preparing for Holiday Music Programs and the performance schedule is as follows:

Allardt Elementary Grades 3-5 will be presenting "A Time To Give Thanks" on Monday, November 23rd at 6:00 p.m.

In December, Allardt Elementary Grades Pre K-2nd will be presenting their Christmas program. The date for this program will be Tuesday, December 8th at 6:00 p.m.

Also in December, South Fentress Elementary Grades 1st-3rd, 7th & 8th will be presenting their Christmas program "The Littlest Christmas Tree" and Grades Pre K, K, 4th-6th will present "Christmas At Our School". The date for these programs will be Thursday, December 17th. Pre K, K, 4th-6th will be at 6:00 p.m. The 1st-3rd, 7th & 8th program will be at 7:30.

Soar Like An Eagle

2009-11-06T07:17:00.000-08:00

I heard this recently...."Attitude determines Altitude". I think I will "chew" on that awhile!

Healthcare or Health-Beware?

2009-10-27T08:45:00.000-07:00

As I have watched all the reports about health care, it's becoming more and more clear to me that we don't need the government in control of our health care. I will be the first to admit that our system needs an overhaul. I have insurance through my employer and I'm pleased with what I have. However, I have a close relative that is disabled (yes they are disabled with severe arthritis). They are allowed to make a certain amount and still be disabled. This person made $50 over the allowable amount and had their Tn-care pulled. They are in their 60's and can't afford to go out and purchase a policy. So what are they going to do? Who knows. Granted they should have stayed under the amount but they didn't. They could have lied but they were honest and reported their earnings...a whopping $50 over! My goodness! They should come and repossessed the car and house too! It's Crazy! Yet there are people who have tn-care or other "public" options that are abusing the system to obtain medication they can sell on the streets. It's not going to be any different if the government gets involved on a national level. If you are a scammer, you will still be able to beat the system. Those that are honest will go without. I don't believe we need to allow Uncle Sam to be in control. It will be a move in the wrong direction! Let's fix what we have first! Beware!!!!!

To Rest Or Not To Rest!

2009-10-18T21:29:00.000-07:00

Well Fall Break is over and I'm sure most teachers spent most of the break watching it rain as I did. Not the greatest way to spend your vacation. I know with me this type of weather during the Fall season tends to get me down (the sunshine today was awesome). I didn't get a whole lot accomplished except resting. That in itself is something to be thankful for. In this day and time, life can become so hectic (even on the Cumberland Plateau) that we seem to seldom rest like we need to. Taking the kids to all their destinations mixed with work, church, and family responsibilities can eat up our time. Then figure in email, facebook, blogging, etc. We usually end up borrowing time on the next day to make up for using our "rest" time the day before. That's the way it is with me. We have to work and take care of our families and we need spiritual guidance. However, I know I would be less stressed if I took time to rest and let some of the things that don't matter like email and facebook wait till another time (don't go ballistic on me fellow facebookers)! So, I'm trying to do that as well. With that said, I'm calling it quits for today and going to work on resting for tomorrow!

Theme Parks Gone Wild & Crazy

2009-09-26T13:22:00.000-07:00

I guess most of you have heard about Kings Island's recent Halloween display of dead celebrities. Is it me or have some people (and in this case companies--still run by people) simply lost all sense of common respect? Seriously, I don't care if you liked Michael Jackson or Steve McNair or not. Their families don't deserve this kind of treatment! The display also had McNair's dead girl friend and plans to add Farrah Fawcett and others were in the making. Their response was they did not intend to offend anyone. Excuse me? What were you thinking? Call me old fashioned but I believe we all should show more respect than this to those who have passed on. I guess for the most part, we do....the display is coming down!

Wow! What a weekend!

2009-09-22T09:18:00.000-07:00

Last week was a packed week for the Trinity Assembly Choir & Band. Filled with rehearsals, concerts and Sunday morning services. Be watching for information and video of this weekend where we did a joint effort with Christ Tabernacle from Queens New York!

Musical Things...

2009-08-06T09:57:00.000-07:00

Here is some videos from our Easter production 2009 at Trinity Assembly in Algood. I am playing trumpet in these clips.