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Strong, Positive Attitude

2010-04-10T06:14:00.000-07:00

Strong, Positive Attitude
A strong positive attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug.

Suri Cruise Is A Pink

2009-10-07T17:56:00.001-07:00

Suri Cruise Is A Pink & Purple Princess

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Submit Cupcake Pictures and Recipes

2009-10-06T09:43:00.000-07:00

Submit Cupcake Pictures and Recipes

Friendship

2009-10-05T17:13:00.000-07:00

A friendship can weather most things and thrive in thin soil; but it needs a little mulch of letters and phone calls and small, silly presents every so often - just to save it from drying out completely.
Pam Brown

Eunice Kennedy Schriver Special Olympics

2009-08-11T17:02:00.000-07:00

“Few will have the greatness to bend history itself; but each of us can work to change a small portion of events, and in the total of all those acts will be written the history of this generation.” - Robert Francis Kennedy

When Bobby Kennedy said this quote his sister Eunice Kennedy Schriver lived it. The Special Olympics would not be here without her efforts.

How Green Are Jon and Kate Gosselin

2009-07-17T01:13:00.000-07:00

How Green Are Jon and Kate Gosselin?
Kate and Jon Gosselin go to Hawaii.

Diapers, infidelity, screaming, tabloids, bikini, henpecked, multiples, backward mullet.

Any of these words might come to mind when the reality TV show "Jon & Kate Plus 8" is mentioned — but "green" is probably not among them.

Jon and Kate Gosselin, the heads of the crowded Pennsylvania household featured on the hugely popular TLC show, have recently made a push to have a more Earth-friendly lifestyle.

Some TV experts have applauded the efforts.

"This woman not only raises a family of eight kids — she also recycles, she buys organic food whenever possible, she buys local food whenever possible and she's overcome a lot of the obstacles a lot of people are still tripping on," gushed Sarah Snow, a green-living expert and TV host, during an appearance on the show.

A special hour-long episode of the show, entitled "Jon and Kate Plus 8 Go Green!", aired just before April 22, which was Earth Day.

Steve Thomas, the host of "Renovation Nation" on the Planet Green channel, came on to show the Gosselins how to make their home more energy-efficient as a skeptical Kate looked on.

Yet while there was much fanfare about the eco-move in the media, some environmental experts see big families and going green as mutually exclusive.

"A family with eight children could be green in the short term, if they lived at such a low standard of living that they didn't consume more than a family with two children, or if they existed in extreme poverty — which isn't an acceptable way of going green," says Rosamund McDougall, policy director of the U.K.-based Optimum Population Organization (www.optimumpopulation.org).

"In the long term, though, it is almost impossible for large families not to increase overall environmental impacts."

One of the reasons for the lack of green-ness is the emission of carbon dioxide.

If the eight children depicted in the show lived in Britain, they would each emit about 750 tons of carbon dioxide over a lifetime, McDougall explains. (American carbon-dioxide emissions per capita are about double that of Britain's.)

"What's more, if the eight children each had eight children, not taking into account the fact that eight husbands or wives would be absorbed from other families, there would be 64 grandchildren, each emitting 750 [metric tons] over a lifetime," says McDougall.

"Compare this with the total emissions of the two children who go on to have two children each, and you see only too clearly how the impact multiplies over time."

Tree's a Crowd

For some bloggers on environmental Web sites, the only green they see is caused by nausea over Jon and Kate's attempts.

Sure, the family might have installed solar panels and made a fuss over recycling, but with eight little carbon footprints running around on the Earth, America's most televised family is hardly non-consumptive, charge some greenies.

"No matter what this family does, it could NEVER go green," writes one blogger on Treehugger.com. "The most green families are those with one child or none. So this family has absorbed the CARBON FOOTPRINT OF 8 FAMILIES. This is very greedy!!!"

Critics aside, it could be said that the show itself is good for the environment. The 9.8 million viewers who caught the season opener were at least not cruising around in their cars, guzzling gas or stamping on the Earth during that hour of the week, right?

Viewers and Boo-ers

It's little surprise that the Gosselin family's tries at going green would be divisive, considering how divided the nation seems to be over the show itself.

With the rumors of infidelity, the high-profile travel, the book deals, the money machine, Kate's hairdo and all those kids, the public either loves it or hates it. Sometimes the division is even in the same family room.

"My mother watches the show aaaaaall the time. We, on the other hand don't," blogs Liam Jameson on the comment board for the "Goes Green" episode. "We feel like hitting Kate over the head with a freezer door. Mother is angry because we say this."

Now, would that be an energy-efficient appliance or not? Just asking.

Be Happy

2009-07-16T01:00:00.000-07:00

Going Up! 7 Pointers to Lift a Bad Mood

By Dr. Maoshing Ni

Dr. Mao's Secrets of Longevity

A bad mood not only gives you a gloomy outlook, it also lowers your immune function, leading the way to illness. Here are some suggestions to lift your mood, your spirit, and your health.

1. A Laughing Matter
"Laugh Therapy," pioneered by Norman Cousins, has turned out to have real substance. Research has discovered that laughter and joy boost immune functions, especially the production of the natural killer cells that help defend the body from illness and cancer.

Laughter also increases the release of endorphins - compounds that give you a sense of well-being - in your brain. Without a doubt, joyful people liver longer and healthier lives. So read your favorite comics, watch your favorite comedies, and laugh it up!

2. Amino Acid for Restored Mindset
When an imbalance or deficiency is creating a bad mood, the Europeans use supplements of a natural compound found in human cells to regulate mood and restore a healthy mindset. SAMe (S-adenosyl-L-methionine) is produced from methionine, an amino acid that plays a role in the production of uplifting neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.

One study indicated that SAMe worked on patients who had unsuccessful results with conventional antidepressants. To get a boost from SAMe, take a supplement combining it with vitamins B6 and B12.

3. Hands-On Healing
Human touch increases the production of endorphins, growth hormone, and DHEA, all of which lengthen your life span and lower the negative impact of stress. Studies have found that patients who are regularly touched recover faster than those who are not touched. So give someone a hug and feel both of your moods improve.

4. Boost Your "Youth Hormones"
You don't need pills to flood your body with a rejuvenating flood of growth hormones. Research has found that doing squats and leg presses will greatly increase your natural production of the "youth hormone". Increased growth hormone translates to an elevated mood, among other physical benefits. Keep it up with weight training, knee bends, push-ups, and rowing.

5. Take a Bracing Breath
Breathing correctly is important for dispelling the toxins and wastes from your body; in fact, it is estimated that we expel only about 30 percent of toxins in our bodies through the bowels and bladder-the rest is all respiratory. Breathing is also a great way to clear your mind, boost your energy, and improve your mood. Practice deep, slow, rhythmic, breathing daily with mind-body disciplines such as tai chi, yoga, qigong, and meditation.

6. Smell the Joy
Research has shown that smell has a definite impact on our bodies and minds. When you stimulate the olfactory nerves inside your nose, you activate the limbic system of your brain, which is associated with moods and memory. This concept is instrumental to aromatherapy, a natural health tradition that makes use of the healing powers of plants with strong scents.

Aromatherapy recommends treating depression with jasmine, eucalyptus for exhilaration, and grapefruit to increase alertness and joy. Just put a dab of the essential oils from these plants on your temples, back of your neck, or acupressure points. Another option? Boil the herb in water and inhale the steam through your nose.

7. Feel Fine with Flowers
There is a reason that flowers are the traditional get-well gesture. Colorful flowers have a powerful influence on moods; they can uplift a patient's mood and even combat stress. One study found that during a five-minute typing assignment, people sitting next to a flowering bouquet were more relaxed than those who sat near foliage-only plants.

I hope these tips help the good feelings flow! I invite you to visit often and share your own personal health and longevity tips with me.

May you live long, live strong, and live happy!

-Dr. Mao

by Dr. Maoshing Ni a Yahoo! Health Expert for Alternative Medicine
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Quotes For The Day, Jean Kerr

2009-07-15T07:21:00.000-07:00

I'm tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only skin-deep. That's deep enough. What do you want, an adorable pancreas?
- Jean Kerr

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Quotes For The Day, Oprah Winfrey

2009-07-14T07:15:00.000-07:00

Every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and dance.
- Oprah Winfrey

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Quote For The Day - Don Wood

2009-07-13T06:51:00.000-07:00

Stupid is forever, ignorance can be fixed.
- Don Wood

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Quotes For The Day - George Carlin

2009-07-12T07:34:00.000-07:00

Some national parks have long waiting lists for camping reservations. When you have to wait a year to sleep next to a tree, something is wrong.
- George Carlin
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Quotes For The Day Andre Gide

2009-07-11T07:00:00.000-07:00

July 11th
Everything has been said before, but since nobody listens we have to keep going back and beginning all over again.
- Andre Gide

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Heal The World. Make It A Better Place

2009-07-10T17:32:00.000-07:00

WAHMChoices Check this video out -- Michael Jackson - Heal The World Make It A Better Place http://bit.ly/15mp3k Support Our Troops, Children and Hunger, Going Green and much more. There is a place in your heart to make a difference.

Quotes For The Day, Lyndon B Johnson

2009-07-08T07:10:00.000-07:00

We can draw lessons from the past, but we cannot live in it.
- Lyndon B. Johnson

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Quotes For The Day, Dwight Eisenhower

2009-07-04T06:55:00.000-07:00

Freedom has its life in the hearts, the actions, the spirit of men and so it must be daily earned and refreshed --- else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, it will wither and die.
- Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Quotes For The Day, Henry Ward Beecher

2009-07-03T07:07:00.000-07:00

Never forget what a man says to you when he is angry.- Henry Ward Beecher
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Quotes For The Day, Charles Darwin

2009-07-02T07:04:00.000-07:00

July 2nd
A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.
- Charles Darwin

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Dance Dance Dance

2009-06-21T12:32:00.000-07:00

Dance your way to comfort

Your high-heeled summer sandals are calling out for a night of dancing, but your feet may be begging for a break. Before you call it a night, know that dancing can help tone and elongate muscles, instill confidence and reduce stress -- but your feet can take a beating.

Nobody knows this better than “Dancing with the Stars” judge Carrie Ann Inaba. That’s why she’s revealing her tips and secret weapons for strutting your stuff on the dance floor.

“Dancing is great for your body but it can wreak havoc on your feet,” says Inaba, a dancer and choreographer. “To help prevent foot aches and pains, my secret is Dr. Scholl’s® For Her High Heel Insoles. The insoles’ ultra-soft arch shifts pressure off the balls of my feet, so even after dancing, standing, and running around in ultra-high heels, I haven’t missed a beat.”

To safely and easily incorporate dance into your routine, Inaba offers these additional tips:

1. Do your homework. Check out local dance studios, schools and community centers for discounted group classes and lessons. Even your gym may have dance-based exercise classes.

2. Suit up. Some dance styles might require a dress code, including high heels. Wear clothes and shoes that make you feel good because dancing is about expressing yourself. Try Inaba’s favorite Dr. Scholl’s® For Her High Heel Insoles, which provide comfort so you can wear high heels two inches and up -- all day or all night.

3. Stretch it out. Be sure you properly prepare your muscles by starting with a few minutes of warm ups and light stretches. Always know your stretch limits to avoid injury.

4. Get the green light. If you aren’t typically active, double check with your doctor to make sure before starting any new exercise regimen -- even a lower-impact dance class.

Want more dance tips? Inaba stars in an online dance guide called the Dr. Scholl’s® For Her Dance Studio, available at www.ABC.com. Inaba and two professional dancers provide insider tips for dancers of all skill levels to comfortably maximize their dance and workout routines.

To learn more ways to keep feet in good condition for the dance floor, visit www.drscholls.com/forher.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

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Quotes For The Day, Gertrude Jekyll

2009-06-14T07:29:00.000-07:00

What is one to say about June, the time of perfect young summer, the fulfillment of the promise of the earlier months, and with as yet no sign to remind one that its fresh young beauty will ever fade.
- Gertrude Jekyll

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Success

2009-05-28T07:56:00.000-07:00

I honestly think it is better to be a failure at something you love than to be a success at something you hate.
George Burns

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Success

2009-05-27T07:53:00.000-07:00

A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.
David Brinkley

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Just A Mom

2009-05-22T08:26:00.000-07:00

A woman, renewing her driver's license ,
Was asked by the woman at Registry to state her occupation.

She hesitated, uncertain how to classify herself.

'What I mean is, ' explained the woman at Registry,
'do you have a job or are you just a ...?'

'Of course I have a job,' snapped the woman.

'I'm a MOm.'

'We don't list 'MOm' as an occupation,

'housewife' covers it,'
Said the recorder emphatically.

I forgot all about her story until one day I found myself

In the same situation.
The Clerk was obviously a career woman, poised,
Efficient, and possessed of a high sounding title like,
'Official Interrogator' or 'City Registrar.'

'What is your occupation?' she probed.

What made me say it? I do not know.
The words simply popped out.
'I'm a Research Associate in the field of
Child Development and Human Relations.'

The clerk paused, ball-point pen frozen in midair and
Looked up as though she had not heard right.

I repeated the title slowly emphasizing the most significant words.
Then I stared with wonder as my pronouncement was written,
In bold, black ink on the official questionnaire.

'Might I ask,' said the clerk with new interest,
'just what you do in your field?'

Coolly, without any trace of fluster in my voice,
I heard myself reply,
'I have a continuing program of research,
(what mother doesn't)
In the laboratory and in the field,
(normally I would have said indoors and out)
I'm working for my Masters, (first the Lord and then the whole family)
And already have four credits (all daughters).
Of course, the job is one of the most demanding in the humanities,
(any mother care to disagree?)
And I often work 14 hours a day, (24 is more like it).
But the job is more challenging than most run-of-the-mill careers

And the rewards are more of a satisfaction rather than just money.'

There was an increasing note of respect in the clerk's voice as she
Completed the form, stood up, and personally ushered me to the door.

As I drove into our driveway, buoyed up by my glamorous new career,
I was greeted by my lab assistants -- ages 13, 7, and 3.
Upstairs I could hear our new experimental model,
(a 6 month old baby) in the child development program,
Testing out a new vocal pattern.
I felt I had scored a beat on bureaucracy!
And I had gone on the official records as someone more

Distinguished and indispensable to mankind than 'just another MOm.'

Motherhood!

What a glorious career!
Especially when there's a title on the door.

Does this make grandmothers
'Senior Research associates in the field of Child Development and Human Relations'
And great grandmothers
'Executive Senior Research Associates?'
I think so!!!
I also think it makes Aunts '

Associate Research Assistants.'

Please send this to another Mom,
Grandmother,
Aunt,

And other friends you know.

May your troubles be less,

Your blessing be more,

And nothing but happiness come through your door!

Be kinder than necessary.. Everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.
You never know when a moment and a few sincere words can have an impact on a life

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2009-05-20T02:05:00.001-07:00

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Outdoor Divas

2009-05-19T01:27:00.000-07:00

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Womenly Wisdom

2009-05-19T01:17:00.000-07:00

When, however, one reads of a witch being ducked, of a woman possessed by devils, of a wise woman selling herbs, or even a very remarkable man who had a mother, then I think we are on the track of a lost novelist, a suppressed poet. . . indeed, I would venture to guess that Anon, who wrote so many poems without signing them, was often a woman.

Virginia Woolf:
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Driving Traffic with Twitter

2009-05-18T01:48:00.000-07:00

Twitter is a social media networking referred to as micro-blogging. It ranks in the top three of all social networks, with Facebook and MySpace leading the way. However, Twitter is separate from both Facebook and MySpace since it is a micro-blogging platform. With Twitter, you can easily, simply, and conveniently drive traffic to your site by posting “tweets” or short messages throughout the day. You can also use Twitter with a mobile phone or a Black Berry, making it easy to promote your content and drive traffic to your site.

Whether you have a blog or website, everyone needs to attract visitors. Your company’s website or blog can gain a new following, all by signing up for a free Twitter account and using the service to add periodical updates. Whether you are selling new products, would like to advertise a special event or company outing, or simply want to improve customer relations and expand your customer base, you can do so easily and efficiently with Twitter.

The first step in driving traffic to your business with Twitter is to get a Twitter account. It’s free to sign up and you might be surprised to realize that some of your friends and contacts are already on Twitter. Once you are on, you can establish your account, upload a photo, and include a link to your blog or website. Twitter differs from social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook in the aspect that you won’t be able to upload your photos and store them on the site in personal photo albums, however, you can share your favorite pics and mobile uploads with your friends through your Twitter updates. Once you have established your account it’s time to get involved.

When on Twitter you can choose to follow various people. When you follow someone it is the equivalent of subscribing to his or her personal Twitter page. If someone posts an update, you’ll be able to read his or her post from you Twitter profile page. To follow someone simply look under his or her profile picture and click on the word follow. An easy way to find new people is to follow several people; before you know it they will return the favor and follow you.

You can also browse the people following those whom you are following. This is a great way to find more contacts and increase your friend base on Twitter. Additionally, when someone sends you an E-mail, you’ll get a notification straight to your personal or business E-mail inbox. This ensures that you are always up to date with any comments, questions, concerns, or replies that your followers are sending.

Though communicating with customers and establishing a large following is one of the greatest aspects of Twitter, those tools alone won’t necessarily drive traffic to your blog or website. The greatest advantage and benefit in using Twitter is the ability to post quick updates and include links back to your site. If you have added a new product to your site or company, you can post an update then create a link that will take followers directly to the site. You could create numerous promotional or marketing plans then post links to your events through Twitter, while effectively driving traffic to your site. With Twitter, the possibilities are virtually endless.

Author: A native of the Midwest farm country in Iowa, Marcia Chumbley has lived in a number of locations. She has resided in Chicago, Illinois; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Minneapolis, Minnesota., Living in rural and metropolitan areas taught Marcia to always look for the best opportunities each community could offer. She now lives in a rural area of Minnesota that has a small city flare and closeness to the land. Marcia’s work experiences outside the home include over 30 years in the medical and insurance field in manager, investigator and administrative roles. She has also worked as a contract administrator for a world wide security company. Marcia has work in the corporate world outside of her home and has various home based businesses over the years. She holds a degree in business management and is CMOM certified.
Marcia is the founder and publisher of " Christian Work From Moms and Grandparents" web site, Faithful Grannies.com "Work At Home Divas Online for Boomers, Crafters and Stay At Home Moms, www.workathomedivasonline.com and Work At Home Moms Choices www.wahmchoices.com She is a well known published and featured author through out the internet

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Womenly Wisdom

2009-05-18T01:12:00.000-07:00

Someone asked me why women don't gamble as much as men do, and I gave the commonsensical reply that we don't have as much money. That was a true and incomplete answer. In fact, women's total instinct for gambling is satisfied by marriage.

Gloria Steinem:
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Business Building with Twitter

2009-05-17T05:22:00.000-07:00

Business Building with Twitter

Every business, whether online or offline can benefit from using Twitter. No matter what the nature of your business is, what type of product you manufacture or sell, or whether you are in the service industry, every company and business needs advertising. This is how Twitter can benefit and builds every business; through free advertising and marketing. It doesn’t matter what your company or business is, every business and organization needs a marketing strategy, promotion, and to increase its customer base. Twitter not only does this, but it does so easily.

A comprehensive marketing strategy is one of the most important tools every business must utilize. With the technological advances provided today, every company has the ability to reach numerous customers worldwide. It doesn’t matter if you work online or offline every company needs customers. When determining your marketing plan it’s important to consider all mediums available. Online marketing provides many advantages including the low and inexpensive cost, the ability to reach people on a global scale, and the ability to advertise your business services 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

One of the best benefits of building your business with Twitter is the fact that you can stay in touch with customers on a local or global scale. Your company might not be online, but if you have a mail order service, then your customer reach must be great. Likewise, if your business only serves those in the local community, staying in touch with your customer base through Twitter is an excellent option. It’s easy to add your twitter name to business cards and once you do, you’ll find that it doesn’t take long before your customers, friends, and even new ones begin following you. Regardless of the nature of your business you can add product updates, sales, coupons, special offers and marketing promotions all on Twitter.

Twitter is a micro blogging platform. This means that it is similar to a regular blog only smaller in size and function. When you communicate on Twitter you are giving short messages in a form similar to status updates. You can state anything from what you are doing at the moment, to new products your company is unveiling. Since it is micro blogging, you don’t need to worry about composing lengthy articles or newsletters to stay in touch with your customers or to promote your company.

Twitter is free to use and this is one of its greatest advantages as a marketing tool. It requires very little time to send out a “tweet” and you don’t need to lose valuable time that would be spent working to update your Twitter posts. Another factor to take into consideration is that you can tweet from a mobile phone or Black Berry. For those who might not have access to a computer 24/7 the ability to make calls from your mobile phone is a tremendous benefit. The ease and convenience of keeping in touch with your customers and the simplicity of attracting new ones through Twitter makes it an incredible business building tool that can be used by everyone, regardless of the nature of their business.

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Womenly Wisdom

2009-05-17T01:08:00.000-07:00

If women are supposed to be less rational and more emotional at the beginning of our menstrual cycle when the female hormone is at its lowest level, then why isn't it logical to say that, in those few days, women behave the most like the way men behave all month long?

Gloria Steinem:
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On Line Dating

2009-05-16T06:55:00.001-07:00

Should I or shouldn't I?

Looking at online dating? Which one is the best? Is it dangerous? I am sure many of these questions are running through your head. Personally I have tried many online dating sites the paid ones and the free ones. Each have something to offer. I met some jerks and some very nice men. I must say some I have a great friendship. Its nice to be able to bounce ideas and thoughts off a man who is only a great friend. You can get it from a male perceptive. Trust me I learned a great deal about myself and communications. We laugh at some of the old stuff each time.

Take a look at these online dating sites if you are still looking. Many offer discounts find the one that works best for you.

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Womenly Wisdom

2009-05-16T06:30:00.000-07:00

We've got a generation now who were born with semiequality. They don't know how it was before, so they think, this isn't too bad. We're working. We have our attache' cases and our three piece suits.

I get very disgusted with the younger generation of women. We had a torch to pass, and they are just sitting there. They don't realize it can be taken away. Things are going to have to get worse before they join in fighting the battle.

Erma Bombeck:

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Quotes of the Day

2009-05-15T06:40:00.000-07:00

Laughter is America's most important export.
Walt Disney

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God.Com

2009-05-06T18:25:00.000-07:00

TO: God.Com
Dear Lord,

Every single evening
As I'm lying here in bed,
This tiny little Prayer
Keeps running through my head:

God bless all my family
Wherever they may be,
Keep them warm
And safe from harm
For they're so close to me.

And God, there is one more thing
I wish that you could do;
Hope you don't mind me asking,
Please bless my computer too..

Now I know that it's unusual
To Bless a motherboard,
But listen just a second
While I explain it to you, Lord.

You see, that little metal box
Holds more than odds and ends;
Inside those small compartments
Rest so many of my friends.

I know so much about them
By the kindness that they give,
And this little scrap of metal
Takes me in to where they live.

By faith is how I know them
Much the same as you.
We share in what life brings us
And from that our friendships grew.

Please take an extra minute
From your duties up above,
To bless those in my address book
That's filled with so much love.

Wherever else this prayer may reach
To each and every friend,
Bless each e-mail inbox
And each person who hits 'send'.

When you update your Heavenly list
On your own Great CD-ROM,
Bless everyone who says this prayer
Sent up to GOD.Com
Amen

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2009-05-04T17:07:00.000-07:00

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Womenly Wisdom

2009-05-02T07:59:00.000-07:00

Wisdom

We all have hidden resources that we can draw upon when put to the task. You can fix a toilet and kill a bug without a man around the house. And you can handle whatever it takes to manage your life. We are women hear us ROAR!

Source: 1st Wives Club.

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Mother's Day

2009-04-30T19:37:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day. That heartwarming occasion when you stop to thank your mother, acknowledge the sacrifices she has made for you and say to her what she means to you. Every loving son or daughter offers prayers to his or her mom on this day. It is also the time to thank God for his wonderful present, the boon that has made you what you are. And what better way to thank the Lord than through your prayers? Mother's Day Prayers are offered to God to thank him for creating moms, to seek blessings from the divine for your dear mom. They are also offered to pay a tribute to mothers for their selfless love, care and sacrifice. So, all you kids and other grown up sons and daughters there, offer Mother's Day Prayers to God and thank Him. Sing a praise to your mother by offering her a prayer. Here we have brought for you some splendid Mother's Day prayers divided into two sections. Use the "Prayers to God" to thank the Lord. Use the "Prayers to mother" to thank your mom. You can use it while sending a card to her. Go through our wonderful Mother's Day prayers. If you like them, click here to refer this page to whoever you want. Enjoy a happy Mother's Day!

Source: The Holiday Spot For Mothers Day Poems and Prayers

A Leader

2009-04-28T01:38:00.000-07:00

A leader has the vision and conviction that a dream can be achieved. He inspires the power and energy to get it done. ~Ralph Nader

Negative Thoughts

2009-04-27T01:34:00.000-07:00

Negative Thoughts

Success is desired by so many people, yet, only a handful can make the claim that they are truly successful.

Success is viewed in so many aspects. One may want to be successful in the relationship they have with their spouse or children or even friends. But for the most of us, Success is something they link with finances. Whatever your idea of success is in your mind can be achieved through your mind.

When you focus on the negative that may be going on in your life, you are attracting more of that same negative thought to stay in your mind. Simply put: Whatever it is that you focus on, your mind will focus on it 10x more. Which explains why so many people, including myself in the past, just could not see the light at the end of the tunnel. And when you have multiple issues that are negative going on in your life, the stress is so overwhelming that all you can think about is all the negative...Which is compounded 10x.

If you are worried about how you will pay the electric bill, how you will get the gas money you need for you car, how you will buy your groceries and so on.... STOP! You have 3 issues right there that are negative and being compounded 10x for each thought..... You are filled with negative and that's all you are going to get.

I don't care what you have to do....But you need to find some positive.....Be happy with the house you have.... the car you have.....The friends you have....The family that you have.....Focus on the good that you do have and keep thinking about those things. This really is as easy as flicking a light switch.

When you focus on the good that is in your life, you create more good thoughts and desires that lead to reality. It really works, like the "Pay It Forward" or the "Ten Fold" scenario. And by concentrating on the good and more of the good that you want, you can create it.....If you think of a negative thought, you need to shift your thoughts into something positive....Immediately! You are then forcing your mind to focus on the thoughts that you want it to....And by doing so, you will create more of those same thoughts which just keep multiplying.

Cindy Ashworth is a single, work at home mom. Providing a REAL work at home business with one on one coaching and mentoring. The way it should be! Also the owner of www.asinglewahm.blogspot.com and www.mykidsmywhy.com.

A New Look Susan Boyle

2009-04-26T09:24:00.000-07:00

Susan Boyle, pictured outside her home in Blackburn, Scotland, reveals a new hair color and style after undergoing a makeover on Friday, April 24. The 47-year-old has become a worldwide phenomenon after her rendition of the Les Miserables song "I Dreamed a Dream" on the reality TV show "Britain's Got Talent."

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Bea Arthur: A golden life

2009-04-26T09:21:00.001-07:00

A look back at Bea Arthur's life and career. See the slide show

Rock 'n' roll road trip: Best landmarks

2009-04-26T08:32:00.000-07:00

Landmarks of Rock 'n' roll
What defines rock? Besides the sound, it's the location. Here are some memorable ones.

America is home to a spectrum of awe-inspiring civic memorials commemorating presidential achievements, heroic war veterans and local heroes. But where can you go if you want to lay down a chewed-up pick or freshly-drained bottle of red wine for your all-time favorite rock 'n' roll star? Get ready to air-guitar in memoriam: Here are twelve of America's most crucial rock 'n' roll landmarks.
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Catch Orchid Fever

2009-04-24T10:37:00.000-07:00

Orchid Fever

From corsages pinned to prom dresses to exotic specimens in greenhouses, orchids are the most glamorous flowering plants in the world, but few know just how easy orchids are to grow and how affordable they’ve become.

“Believe me, orchids are easy to grow,” says orchid grower Steven Frowine in his book “Orchids for Dummies.”

“Phalaenopsis or ‘moth orchids’ are among the most popular plants in the world,” he says. “They’re the perfect choice for first-time orchid fanciers because they are so easy to grow, the colors are spectacular and the flowers last for months.”

Plus orchids are a great gift for today’s budget-conscious shoppers and they keep blooming for months with little to no effort. This spring, look for new phalaenopsis mini-orchids that are only 12 inches tall and come in decorative pots with gift tags for under $15.

These affordable mini-blooming machines make perfect “living gifts” for Mother's Day, birthdays, housewarming and teacher gifts, college students, and your boss and colleagues. In other words, give an orchid to someone -- even if it’s to yourself.

“What attracts most people to orchids are the exotic colors,” says Alex Calzadillia, orchid expert with Costa Farms. From sublime pear and lime yellows to passionate orangey reds and rich purples, orchids surprise with colors and patterns like individual snowflakes.

Orchids are a great way to spruce up your interior in delicious shades of red and yellow without breaking the budget on expensive redecorating.

But orchids are more than just a pretty face. They provide oxygen and are great natural air filters that clean indoor air of carbon dioxide and many indoor toxins. And since orchids do their “heavy breathing” at night, they are perfect bedroom buddies. Learn more about the fascinating world of indoor plants at www.O2foryou.org.

How to choose and care for your mini-orchids

Years ago, the methods of orchid growing were well-guarded secrets, hoarded by commercial growers and private estate gardeners, but now the secret is out. Calzadillia offers these tips to help you have success with orchids:

* Water your mini-orchids thoroughly by drenching them in a sink or watering container until the pot feels weighted. After a few days when the orchid becomes very light in weight, it’s time to re-water. Remember never to leave your orchid in standing water.

* Feed your orchids with a good high-nitrogen fertilizer weekly, but remember to dilute the fertilizer as instructed. This will help to bring blooms back the following year.

* Orchids enjoy indoor temperatures between 60 to 75 F during the day and above 55 F at night.

* Remember to place them in a well-lit area, but not in direct sunlight.

* Depending on the growth of the orchid, you may consider repotting every one to two years. When repotting, use a medium of large bark and/or moss-like mix, which you can purchase at your local garden center.

Available at your neighborhood retailer, these mini-orchids come in a wide variety of colors in both 3-inch and 6-inch pots with eight to 10 blooms on every plant.

For more tips on growing orchids or to find a retailer near you, visit www.costafarms.com.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

Chocolate

2009-04-23T10:39:00.000-07:00

Milk Chocolate -- a Sweet, Delicious Trend

(ARA) - No matter the occasion or season, love of chocolate is universal. America’s cocoa worship continues to grow and, despite a down economy, people are treating themselves to a small luxury with premium chocolates.

Though they may skip a trip to their favorite restaurant or bakery for dessert, chocolate enthusiasts continue to look for everyday indulgences in products with the finest ingredients. In fact, U.S. chocolate sales are expected to grow to nearly $18 billion by 2011.

Often times, those who prefer premium chocolate reach for darker varieties, and have taken up using only cacao percentages to measure what makes a “better” chocolate. The percentages refer to the total amount of cocoa beans in the bar by weight. Traditionally, a higher percentage provides a more intense and less sweet flavor. What they often forget, however, is that it’s not just cacao percentages, but also the overall quality that can make the difference between a good chocolate and a great one. Milk chocolate must be at least 10 percent chocolate liquor by weight, and the current trend favors formulations that contain more than that amount, which produces more chocolate flavor and less sweetness.

Despite the attention on dark varieties, milk chocolate is Americans’ true love, accounting for 80 percent of total chocolate sales, according to the market research firm ACNielsen. Milk chocolate fans have cause to rejoice -- more premium offerings are becoming available with launches of new products, including Ghirardelli LUXE milk chocolate.

With delectable all natural flavors including milk, hazelnut, almond, crisp and duet, the Ghirardelli LUXE milk chocolate collection offers satisfaction for every craving.

What should you look for in a high-quality chocolate?

* An attractive gloss -- The surface of chocolate should be tight and even-colored.

* A pleasing aroma -- Before even tasting it, rub the piece of chocolate with your thumb to warm and release its aroma. Milk chocolates often give off aromas of milk, cream, caramel or malt.

* The “snap” factor -- It’s the first clue to texture. Milk chocolate bars have a gentler snap than dark or semi-sweet chocolate because their milk and butter fat content make them naturally softer.

* Creamy feel in your mouth -- Premium chocolate should not be described as “gritty” or “waxy.”

* Flavor -- It’s the ultimate criterion for quality in chocolate. Every palate is different, but don’t forget that above all, your chocolate must taste delicious!

Courtesy of ARAcontent

Chocolate and Champagne Diamonds on the Special Occasion Menu

2009-04-20T10:34:00.000-07:00

Chocolate and Champagne Diamonds on the Special Occasion Menu

Chocolate and champagne diamonds are the hottest jewelry trend going and they make the perfect gift – whether it's an anniversary, birthday or special holiday – in any form.

“Many people don’t think beyond traditional diamonds and pearls when it comes to jewelry gifts,” says Natalie Parman, vice president of merchandising at Jewelry TV. “But the options are endless, especially since colored gemstones are increasingly popular. Champagne and chocolate diamonds are gorgeous, and come in everything from crisp, light colors to earthy dark browns.”

Chocolate diamonds are often more rare than colorless diamonds and look stunning in a cocktail ring setting or a pair of dangle earrings. Give your significant other a special surprise by nestling a white and dark chocolate ring inside a box of delicious gourmet chocolates. Or make her wrist sparkle with a deep brown chocolate diamond bracelet.

If your budget is limited, another chocolate gemstone is Zircon. Known for its brilliance and luster, Zircon is often compared to diamonds but is often a more affordable option. Smoky quartz is also a part of the trendy brown family. Its color ranges from brown to black to smoky gray and often comes in large sizes, making it a perfect gem for pendants and brooches. Dark brown gemstones are offset beautifully by a white gold or platinum setting.

Champagne diamonds are found in a range of colors from soft candlelight to warm cognac. Hollywood stars have been spotted on red carpets the world over sporting champagne diamonds.

Drape a necklace with a sparkling champagne diamond pendant over a bottle of good champagne for the ultimate gift. Champagne diamonds look particularly stunning with a rectangular, baguette cut to let the color shine through. Nothing captures the sparkle of candlelight or low evening lighting better than lightly colored champagne diamonds.

“Champagne and chocolate diamonds are hot, trendy and offer a new way to wear diamonds,” says Parman. “They’re warm, they stand out in a crowd and they look good with any skin tone. And who doesn’t like calorie-free chocolate and champagne?”

Visit www.JTV.com to see their entire collection of champagne and chocolate gemstones.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

Spring

2009-04-13T08:08:00.000-07:00

I think that no matter how old or infirm I may become, I will always plant a large garden in the spring. Who can resist the feelings of hope and joy that one gets from participating in nature's rebirth? ~Edward Giobbi

An Easter Carol

2009-04-12T08:10:00.000-07:00

Tomb, thou shalt not hold Him longer;
Death is strong, but Life is stronger;
Stronger than the dark, the light;
Stronger than the wrong, the right...~Phillips Brooks, "An Easter Carol"

April

2009-04-11T08:07:00.000-07:00

April hath put a spirit of youth in everything. ~William Shakespeare

Spring

2009-04-10T07:44:00.000-07:00

Spring is nature's way of saying, "Let's party!" ~Robin Williams

April Spring - Robert Frost

2009-04-09T08:02:00.000-07:00

The sun was warm but the wind was chill.You know how it is with an April day.~Robert Frost

March Spring

2009-04-07T07:48:00.000-07:00

It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. ~Charles Dickens

Easter Creamy JELL-O JIGGLERS

2009-03-28T10:36:00.000-07:00

Prep Time: 20 min
Total Time: 3 hr 50 min
Makes: 2 doz. or 24 servings, 1 JIGGLERS® each

What You Need!
2-1/2 cups boiling water 2 pkg.
(6 oz. each) JELL-O Gelatin, any flavor
1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
1 cup cold milk
Assorted decorating gels
Make It!
ADD boiling water to gelatin mixes in large bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Cool 30 min. at room temperature.

BEAT pudding mix and milk with whisk 2 min. Add to gelatin; stir until well blended. Pour into 13x9-inch pan.

REFRIGERATE 3 hours or until firm. Dip bottom of pan in warm water 15 sec. Use 2-inch egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut gelatin into 24 shapes, being careful to cut all the way through gelatin to bottom of pan. Remove JIGGLERS from pan. Decorate with gels to resemble Easter eggs. Keep refrigerated.
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Tapping the Talent, Tools and Network Needed for Small Business Success

2008-07-31T12:46:00.000-07:00

Tapping the Talent, Tools and Network Needed for Small Business Success

– When you start a family, the first thing on your to-do list is probably not to launch a new business venture. But that’s exactly what Bonnie Marcus did. After years as a wedding planner, public relations professional and event planner, she began to wonder if the energy she put into her 12-hour workdays would be better applied somewhere else.

So, in 2002, while pregnant with her first child, she hit a turning point in her career and decided to launch her own business. Marcus decided it was the perfect time to combine her passion for fashion with her entrepreneurial spirit. As a wedding planner, she had always noticed a lack of stylish invitation options available in the market, therefore she began creating a line of fashionable stationery that was fresh, fun and forward-thinking. Marcus also realized that she needed all the help she could get since starting a business and a family simultaneously would be extremely time-consuming.

According to the Small Business Administration, there are more than 24.7 million small businesses in the U.S. Many have propelled their success by leveraging their talents and contacts, along with helpful resources available to small business owners from institutions such as Bank of America. As Marcus found, with some smart planning and the right tools in place, you might find that along with building a business, there’s time left over to grow other parts of your life as well.

* Networking

Social networking sites are a great way to connect with other small business owners who understand the issues you’re facing everyday and to secure strong contacts before starting your business. One option is Bank of America’s Small Business Online Community (smallbusinessonlinecommunity.com). It’s a free and open forum where small business owners can exchange business ideas with their peers and industry experts in real time. For many small business owners, the rise of such sites has been a critical resource for obtaining sound advice, best practices and lessons learned.

* Business Plan

A business plan is a great way to organize your ideas into a well-thought-out plan so that your business is positioned for success. If you’ve never written a plan before, simply go online and search “how to write a business plan” and you’ll find a myriad of informational sites. Having a business plan will also give you a better chance of securing funding.

* Bookkeeping

A small business can be complicated and the last thing you want is disorganized piles of paperwork. Create an invoicing system for orders and stick to it. Some small business owners have utilized online invoicing systems. Bank of America’s Business 24/7 portfolio offers small businesses an online invoicing tool that enables users to create and send invoices in minutes, while seamlessly integrating with a customer’s online banking account.

* Advertising and Marketing

Advertising and marketing are key components for attracting customers and building a business. Creating a Web site, sending out press releases to applicable publications and networking are all key to getting the word out about your business. Make contacts and draw in customers as soon as possible because your business simply won’t survive without them.

* Payroll

Approximately 75 percent of small business owners handle their own payroll, which can be time consuming and complex. Consider using a product such as Easy Online Payroll from Bank of America that can provide online payroll solutions where you can pay all your employees by direct deposit. It will save a lot of time and will keep you from making incorrect calculations on employee withholdings.

* Passion

Like Marcus did before launching her new business, it is important to find something you are passionate about. Small businesses, especially in the start-up phase, require a lot of dedication. If you’re going to dedicate all your energy, it’s best to choose something you know you’re going to enjoy.

As Marcus began designing samples, retail stores quickly noticed her enthusiasm and natural sense of style and began picking up her designs. By exercising her talent and taking advantage of resources such as those offered by Bank of America, Marcus built a successful brand sold in over 1,000 stores around the world and has created a work schedule that gives her the flexibility to have, and grow, a family.

For more information on the Business 24/7 portfolio from Bank of America, including online invoicing and payroll, visit www.bankofamerica.com

Courtesy of ARAcontent

Quotes For The Day,

2008-07-30T14:11:00.000-07:00

You have to have funny faces and words, you can't just have words. It is a powerful thing, and I think that's why it's hard for people to imagine that women can do that, be that powerful.

Ellen DeGeneres

Strategies to Beat the Economic Slump

2008-07-21T12:44:00.000-07:00

Strategies to Beat the Economic Slump

With high gas prices and unemployment rates soaring, we can all agree that the economy is struggling. Even in tough economic times, there are some simple things each of us can do to make a difference in our lives. Especially if questions like these are being asked:

When will prices change? Why doesn’t my job pay me more? Who is responsible for the current economic slump?

“There are many things that happen in life that are out of our control. Instead of falling into the trap of victim thinking or playing the blame game, why not focus on the action we can take to make a difference?” says John G. Miller, an expert on personal accountability and author of the books “QBQ! The Question Behind the Question” and “Flipping the Switch.”

Our attitude and the questions we ask ourselves during difficult times can make all the difference and will help us take actions that can improve any situation. Miller says the best way for each of us to practice personal accountability and change our outlook is to ask QBQs, or the ‘question behind the question.’ QBQs are questions that begin with “What” or “How,” contain the word “I,” and focus on action. By asking questions that focus on ourselves and the action we personally can take, we are able to eliminate whining and complaining and move toward positive change.

“None of us can change the high gas prices, cost of food, or potential layoffs at work. But asking the right questions can make a positive impact,” adds Miller.

For example, many people are stressed financially because of the rising cost of living. Here’s how the right question can lead to a positive action:

Incorrect Question: Why do gas and groceries cost so much?

Correct Question: What can I do to better manage my finances?

“After asking this question of myself, I would be able to examine my personal situation and make changes to my budget,” says Miller. “I would then ask questions like: Do I have a cell phone plan that’s too big for my income? Do I have a premium cable package with 150 channels when I could do with a basic plan or a good book? Do I always have to have a morning latte or drink bottled water? What can I do differently to save money?”

Making positive changes by practicing personal accountability, in light of the current economy, can seem overwhelming. Instead of trying to change everything at once, start with these small steps. These options help us take action in our own lives, instead of focusing on uncontrollable circumstances. Try combining errands to save on gas, buying generic brands, buying in bulk, and conserving energy in the home by turning off lights and only running the dishwasher when full. Little changes can add up -- over time -- to big savings.

And, of course, sometimes there can be big savings in single decisions.

Incorrect Question: When will we be able to move to a bigger house?

Correct Question: How can I be more content with the home I have?

Incorrect Question: Why can’t I buy a brand new car?

Correct Question: What can I do to better care for the car I have and extend its life?

Incorrect Question: When will we be able to afford a trip to Disney World?

Correct Question: How can I create fun experiences for my family at home?

When we ask the right question we can then work to find a solution. For example with our entertainment activities, we can search our hometown for free museums and other activities that might get overlooked. Or, bring the entertainment home. For example, if your family usually goes to the movies, opt instead to rent and create the theater experience with popcorn and treats. Like to eat out? Instead choose a special recipe that the whole family enjoys and work together to cook it.

“Although times are tight for everyone, I can always make the best of a difficult situation,” says Miller. “By asking the right questions and practicing personal accountability rather than blaming others or complaining, we can make a dramatic impact and be a lot happier.”

To learn more about QBQ! and to order both of John Miller’s books, visit www.QBQ.com.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

Get Your Eyes in Shape for Summer with the Right Eyewear

2008-05-19T19:25:00.000-07:00

Get Your Eyes in Shape for Summer with the Right Eyewear

(ARA) - Along with new flip-flops, a sundress and swimsuit, most people will be looking for a trendy new pair of sunglasses this summer. Of course, when choosing new shades, there are many things to consider -- size, shape, color, design -- but what many people neglect to consider is getting the best lenses.

Fashion can meet function this summer by adding a healthy dose of wellness and prevention to the search for the perfect shades. It’s even more important than smart style to choose high-quality lenses. At any age, but particularly after the age of 40, eye protection and quality sun lenses are necessary.

Style expert and host of the Style Network’s top-rated show “How Do I Look?” Finola Hughes, says her best accessory this year is eyewear. “Sunglasses can finish off a look and make anyone feel stylish and hip, but it’s important to pick the right sunwear frames for your face and age,” Hughes says. “This summer I added a great pair of white and black buckle designer sunglasses to my wardrobe, but I made sure they were fitted with Varilux polarized with Crizal Sun lenses.”

Premium lenses provide complete protection form UV rays, along with better vision, reduced glare, sharper images and improved depth-perception. Some lenses like new Crizal Sun Mirrors offer 100 percent protection from UV rays and feature a brilliant, mirrored front side, dual-sided and fully-integrated scratch protection, and super-hydrophobic properties. Most people take care to prevent sun damage with sunscreen, so it’s important to take the same preventative measures when it comes to eyes.

When choosing new summer specs, consider the following from Hughes:

* Protect your eyes from harmful UV rays with polarized sunglass lenses, like Varilux with Crizal Sun lenses. Your eyes don’t need to suffer to be fashionable -- most designer frames can be outfitted with a high-quality lens.

* Classic sunglass frame styles that are essential to complete any wardrobe are wayfarers, aviators, large tortoiseshell and square black -- they will take you from season to season.

* Choose the right frames for your face by concentrating on color and size. Pay attention to your complexion; if you have a pale or sallow complexion, find a good shade to complement it, like a warm brown or amber. Conversely, if you have a darker or olive complexion, hit the reds and pinks, they will look luscious next to your skin.

* Above all else, always be sure to line the top of your sunglass frames with your eyebrows -- nobody wants to resemble a bug.

* If you’re in your 20s and 30s, experiment with trendier fun styles. For 40 and up, have fun in a more artistic fashion by choosing frames that are clever and architectural.

For more sunwear tips visit

While I Still Can Dance....

2008-05-19T19:03:00.000-07:00

I will take pleasure in the smiles that warm me

and in the hugs that always say "I Love You."

To Dance

2008-05-17T17:31:00.000-07:00

To Dance....
I will stop looking back
WITH REGREATS
or looking forward
WITH FEAR.....
and give the best I have today.

Neck and throat facial exercises

2008-05-05T05:23:00.000-07:00

Facial exercises should be done once a day, and this regimen can be continued for your entire life, or you could scale down to three times a week, after completing a month of daily exercises.
Some people report that minor spots or blemishes appear after starting facial exercises, and yes, it is normal.

Neck and throat facial exercises
# 1
A great exercise is to sit upright, tilt your head back looking at the ceiling while keeping your lips closed and then start a chewing movement. You will feel the muscles working in your neck and throat area - and will be truly amazed at the results. Repeat 20 times.
# 2
Sit upright, tilt your head back looking at the ceiling, while keeping your lips closed and relaxed. Start puckering your lips together in a kiss and stretch the kiss, as if you were trying to kiss the ceiling. Keep your lips puckered for 10 counts, then relax, bring your head back to its normal position and repeat 5 times.
# 3
Sit upright, tilt your head back looking at the ceiling, while keeping your lips closed and relaxed. Open your lips and stick your tongue out as if you were trying to touch your chin with the tip of your tongue. Keep your tongue out in this position for 10 counts, and then return your tongue and head to its normal position.
# 4
Sit upright, tilt your head back looking at the ceiling, while keeping your lips closed and relaxed. Next move your lower lip over your top lip as far as possible and keep it there for a count of 5. Relax and repeat 5 times.
# 5
Lie on your bed, with your head hanging down over the edge. Slowly bring your head up towards your torso and keep it there for 10 counts. Relax and lower your head towards the floor again - repeat 5 times.
# 6
Sit upright and face forward and while keeping your lips together, separate your teeth by dropping your jaw and then push your jaw forward, keep for a count of 10, bring back to starting position and repeat 5 times.

Spring and Win Contest!

2008-05-03T06:11:00.000-07:00

Spring Around Cyber Space
When?
Starts: April 25, 2008
Ends: May 31, 2008
Winners Announced anytime between June 2-9, 2008.

What’s the Deal?
There are several ways you can earn credits for the drawing that will come at the end of the contest.

Check it Out. http://designedbylara.com/blog/

Boomer Health

2008-05-03T06:00:00.000-07:00

Boomer Health

As you mature, it is important that you keep up with your body’s needs and maintain your health. Maintenance becomes more important to your physical well being than ever. Take the time to stay active, keep your stress levels low, schedule regular checkups, and monitor your health. Taking care of yourself is something only you can do, so be sure to make this crucial investment in your health and well being.

Staying active helps keep your bones and joints limber. As you age, exercise becomes even more necessary for joint health. If you struggle with arthritis or joint pain, try to find exercises that are easy on your joints, such as swimming or slow, gentle walking. Movement helps to keep your joints limber, as well as improving circulation. Be sure to exercise gently for at least thirty minutes per day, several times per week. If you are having difficulty finding an appropriate exercise, ask your doctor for a few recommendations.

Monitor your stress level as you go throughout the day. High stress levels can contribute to mental illness and high blood pressure, so take time each day to relax. Make time to do something you enjoy, such as cooking or a craft project. You may want to consider taking up yoga or meditation. If stress continues to be a major issue in your life, you could consider counseling as a way to help you work through the emotional issues that are causing it.

Be sure to schedule regular doctors’ visits to monitor your health. This is important even if you don’t have any major medical condition. Taking the time to schedule a yearly exam will help your doctor to notice any changes in your health before they cause major problems. An annual physical is a good chance to check for problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. These illnesses can cause major problems if left untreated, but are difficult to detect on your own.

Taking care of your body ensures that it will serve you well for a long time to come. Be sure to stay active, by scheduling time for exercise in your daily routine. You may want to include a pet or friend in your daily walk, to liven things up a bit! Reduce your stress level with activities such as crafts, cooking, and yoga. Schedule regular checkups with your doctor to keep a close eye on your health. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!

Marcia Chumbley is a work at home mom and grandmother in Minnesota. She is the owner of a Christian Work From Home Moms and Grandparents web site at http://www.faithfulgrannies.com/. Bringing generations of Christian Work From Home Moms, Grandmothers, Parents, Boomers and Families together while providing resources, inspiration and affordable advertising while balancing the work at home experience.

Spring Cleaning: Your Life After the Ex

2008-05-03T05:34:00.000-07:00

Spring Cleaning: Your Life After the Ex

If a breakup has left you inconsolable, take heart--we've all been there. Here's your guide for getting over the ex and on with your life.

Breakups are referred to as a “breakup” for a reason; because your relationship is broken. Now it is time to put it behind you and move on to more fulfilling experiences. Though this may seem a hard task to attempt, you will be stronger and smarter after you clean out those old emotional cobwebs. The good news is that it gets easier every day, but not without some soul-searching and a proactive plan to start you on the road to recovery.

Forgive and Forget
Forgive them – and yourself – and forget them (or at least forget the painful part). Carrying around hatred and “what-ifs” only sets you back. It’s quite all right to have a good cry and feel sorry for yourself a bit; accepting the pain is part of moving on. A failed romance doesn’t mean you are a bad person; it just means things didn’t line up. It may have been a mistake, but every relationship – good or bad – is a lesson learned. Congratulate yourself for being brave enough to take a risk at love, and have faith that you are worthy of love and respect in the future. If you don’t believe that you deserve the best, when will you ever get it? Up the ante and demand more. Think about what Grandma used to advise: “You accept less because you expect less.” She also threw in funny little anecdotes about how the “bus stops at every corner,” confident that you would have other chances to do it right.

Clean House
How are you supposed to have a clean start with the old dirt still hanging around? Purge old pictures and mementos that remind you of the former flame. Just getting the bits and pieces out of plain view will do the trick; stuff them in a hard to reach place for those faltering days of uncertainty. Better yet, transform your surroundings. Moving always helps, but if you aren’t making a geographical shift in scenery, revamp what you already have. Get new drinking glasses to replace those commonly used by you and your mate in happier times. Try some new art on the wall to replace the photo of your vacation together last year. Ridding your environment of tangible items may help to reduce the reminders of days gone by and, instead, offer a new perspective.

Illegal Contact
Of course, it’s not against the law to stay in contact with your former amour, but you will be better off if you keep your distance. Even if both of you have decided to stay friends, you must take a complete break before you can change gears to a platonic relationship. That means no spending time together, no phone calls to say “hi,” no e-mails, no instant messaging, and especially, no sex. Until you feel that you truly can treat your ex as a buddy, without an ulterior motive, you aren’t ready to keep in contact.

Keeping Busy
Find something constructive to get you back in tune with you. Try a new hobby, sport, or workout regimen. Or take a class that will hold your attention and require you to focus on a positive and productive personal evolution. Once you've endured the grief, it's time to find diversions that get you out of your circular thoughts. Keeping busy helps to stop the rehashing of old memories and allows you to remember who you were before the relationship.
A true metamorphosis takes time, so be patient and take as long as you need. The healing process varies for everyone and is based on a completely personal timeline. If you trust in yourself and the support of your family and friends, these thorough cleansing methods will help you to determine the lessons behind your loss. Spring never comes before winter, so do the work, embrace the rejuvenation process, and respect your natural progression.

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Boomers Blogging and Business

2008-05-02T06:37:00.000-07:00

Blogging and Business

If you’re new to home business and considering starting a weblog (blog) to promote your business, here are a few tips to get you started. Blogging for business is different from keeping personal blog, so be sure to go about it the right way. Be professional, and keep in mind that you’re representing your home-based company at all times.

Know Your Audience
When designing your blog and choosing the topics you’ll write about, keep your audience in mind. If you’re writing to an audience of beginners, be sure to write on a beginner level. If you’re catering to tech savvy gurus, don’t’ bore them to tears with the basics. Keep your posts relevant and on topic, and always keep your reader in mind. After all – that’s who you’re taking the time to write for!

Use Your Unique Voice
Blogs are popular because they put a personal face on business. Great for small business owners, they add personality and a unique flair to formerly stuffy business affairs. Use your blog to show your readers what a day in your home based business is like. Discuss your thoughts, observations, and personal insights. But don’t forget to keep your posts relevant, on topic, and enjoyable for the reader.

Share Some Link Love
The best way, by far, to get traffic to your blog is through a network of back links. Take the time to read other blogs that are similar to your blog. Write about them on your blog, and link to them. These bloggers will be thrilled, and most will give you reciprocal backlinks, providing great organic traffic to your blog from their readers. Everyone loves free traffic, so share some link love today! It’s always appreciated in the blogosphere, and it’s a great way to win friends and influence people.

Focus Your Content
Search engines love keyword focused content. When writing a post, pick out the main theme, and choose keywords that showcase it. Repeat them throughout your post as often as possible, without forcing them or making your text sound unnatural. This helps the search engines to know what your post is about and find your blog quickly and easily – and everyone loves it when the search engines can find their blog!

Update Regularly
Blogs that aren’t updated regularly quickly lose visitors. No one likes to visit daily or weekly and see the same content over and over. Choose a regular day of the week to update your blog, and stick to it. If you can’t keep up with your blog, consider hiring a ghostwriter to do this task for you. Updating your blog regularly is key to Blogging success.

A blog can be a terrific addition to your home based business, allowing you to keep in touch with your clients on a personal level. They can interact with you through blog comments, and see a more personal side of you, the business owner. You can promote your business across the Internet for free by interacting with other bloggers, share your business’s growth and development with clients and potential clients, and add a personal touch to all your business dealings. Blogging is a great addition to any home business.

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Marcia Chumbley is a work at home mom and grandmother in Minnesota. She is the owner of a Christian Work From Home Moms and Grandparents web site at http://www.faithfulgrannies.com and Work At Home Moms and Divas http://wwwworkathomedivasonline.com.index.html. Bringing generations of Christian Work From Home Moms, Grandmothers, Parents, Boomers and Families together while providing FREE Advertising Networking and Resources, while balancing the work at home experience.

Rekindling the Flame

2008-05-02T05:28:00.000-07:00

Rekindling the Flame

As boomers grow older, history shared between longtime partners becomes more valuable. But keeping love alive can be challenging.

"A long-standing intimate shared history cannot be replaced," says Albuquerque, N.M.-based, marriage and relationship counselor Nancy Romero.

Romero, a boomer, says that valuing deep connections, whether in marriage or friendship, is part of an almost universal midlife search for meaning in life.

"Boomers are more reflective about what has spiritual and deeper meaning in our lives. Our relationships are right up there. We treasure them," she says. "Most of us have learned how to have a house and a car and a job, but the critical work now is to find what adds meaning to our lives. The connection with others is something we are ready to value."

Romero, who has been practicing more than 20 years and heads Accelerated Family Counseling, explains that many couples in long-term relationships often love each other and are committed to each other, but fall short of having the rewards they could find together because of lingering resentments.

"When couples come to see me they usually have some accumulation of anger," she says. "My job is to hold the hope for the relationship until they find the hope again for themselves. I hold a deposit of hope while they work through the wall of anger with the other partner and find what's underneath. There is often so much love underneath, once they get past their big issues."

A Deeper Level Romero is a certified Imago therapist, a style that draws on the popular work of Harville Hendrix, a psychology professor and author of "Getting the Love You Want." In couples therapy and workshops, she teaches communication, connection and resolution skills that support relationships and help couples connect on a deeper level.

Couples learn to really listen to each other's needs, concerns and desires without escalating to anger, she says. Ambushing your partner with an issue you have been stewing about all day isn't conducive to keeping the peace and nurturing the love.
"Schedule time for arguments. Tell your partner you have an issue and you need to talk about it. Set a time within the next 24 hours to talk about it. If someone blows up, you need to get apart for at least 30 minutes, but then come back and discuss it or find a time to talk about it again when tempers have cooled off."

Hendrix writes on his Web site, harvillehendrix.org, that conflict is a natural part of relationships. "Conflict is supposed to happen. Conflict is a sign that the psyche is trying to survive, to get its needs met and become whole. It's only without this knowledge that conflict is destructive.
"Divorce does not solve the problems of a relationship. We may get rid of our partners, but we keep our problems, carting them off to the next relationship."
Romero says most baby boomers understand that, in general, men and women have different relationship needs and abilities.
"Both partners need confidants outside the relationship to talk about issues. Women, in general, need to process feelings more than men do," she says. "Men just don't process feelings as much. Men definitely need to learn a supportive way to be patient and listen. But women need to learn to turn to their friends to process their feelings or they can overwhelm a man with their emotional needs."
Researchers at the University of Washington who study couples in an apartment laboratory dubbed "The Love Lab" and who follow the relationships over time have found that four behaviors -- complaining, stonewalling, defensiveness and contempt for the other -- doom marriages and other partnerships.
Old Resentments Researcher John Gottman, head of the Gottman Institute, says he can predict with about 90 percent accuracy which marriages will fail and which will succeed by the prevalence of those behaviors, according to the University of Washington Web site, washington.edu.
In a news release, Gottman describes what happens to couples in midlife who are exhausted from conflict.
"These couples are alienated and avoidant. They are people you see in a restaurant who are not talking to each other. They raised kids together, but there is not much going on with each other and they realize their marriage is empty," he says. "These couples stifle things and do not raise issues with their partner. Their marriages are a suppression of negative emotion and a lack of positive emotion. It is a very passive and distant relationship with no laughing, love or interest in each other. This style of suppression can cause intense loneliness that's almost like dying."
Ending the relationship may seem inevitable, but even these kinds of partnerships can "have a renaissance," he says. "A therapist can work with failed dreams, individually and as a couple, to rebuild the relationship."
Finding the fun and the connection again helps rebuild the relationship.
Romero suggests a weekly date night with a twist. Partners alternate planning and surprise the other. That includes arranging child or elder care, she says.
"The other's job is to go along and enjoy whatever it is. No complaining," she says. Couples often get locked into roles of giver and receiver and the date night role switching helps them practice the other part, she says. "People forget to put energy into their relationship. Romance needs renewing."
Separate, enjoyable activities are also crucial, she says. "You have to have a life separate from your partner, so you have something to share when you come back together," she says.
Tom Bien, an Albuquerque psychologist, meditation teacher and author, says dating your spouse when you are resentful toward him or her, might not feel so good.
"Start and maintain a positive cycle of interactions. People can be afraid to give to the other as a kind of giving in to them. Instead, think of it as giving to the relationship. Remember to do special things regularly, even daily, for happiness in your relationship. Giving to the relationship is the basis for getting from it."

Honoring the differences that men and women experience during lovemaking makes it more enjoyable for both partners, Bien says. "Most women do need a romantic evening to get ready for sex. Men do well to enjoy this as long 'foreplay.'"
Bien advocates couples find a cause or experience larger than the relationship to share. "Maybe this is your religious faith or spirituality. Maybe this is a goal you have in common or common activities you love, like golf or dancing."

How to Reconnect Researcher John Gottman offers these tips for putting the zing back in your marriage:

Seek help early.
Edit yourself from blurting out critical and hurtful comments.
Bring up problems gently.
Arguments escalate when a critical comment is expressed with contempt.
Allow the other to influence your behavior.
Learn to repair and exit an argument.
Back down. In marriage, as in martial art, yielding is often necessary to win.
Focus on the bright side.

Organizing Children’s Rooms

2008-05-01T04:21:00.001-07:00

Organizing Children’s Rooms

A child’s room can be one of the most challenging rooms in the house when it comes to getting organized and staying organized. With some training though, the children will actually be able to learn a system for keeping up with it themselves. That will make your job much easier.

Start by taking inventory of the room and, if they are old enough, have the children help. Get some boxes and label them for clothes (too small, out of season, keepers) and toys (favorites, too old for, missing pieces/broken) and make a game out of it. Give everyone a box and see who can fill their box up the quickest. Keep going until everything is sorted.

Next you can move on to actually sorting the toys. Go through the missing and broken box first. See if any of the toys are worth saving until you find the missing pieces. If not pitch them. Also decide if the broken toys can be fixed, or not.

Then go through the toys that the child is too old for, and decide together what should be done with them. If there is a younger sibling or cousin, maybe they would like to pass them on to them. If not, see if the child wants to donate the toys in good shape to charity. You’ll be surprised at how generous kids can really be if given the opportunity.

Last, go through the favorite toy box. These are the ones that need to find a home either in the bedroom or a playroom (if you have one).

When sorting the favorite toys, determine if you have enough storage in the room for all of them. Plastic storage bins are great for kids’ rooms, especially the stackable ones with drawers. Some come with wheels, and can be easily stored in a closet and brought out when the child wants to play. Try to establish a new habit of only getting out one toy at a time, to help keep the room from getting cluttered again.

Finally, it’s time to tackle the clothes. With children growing so quickly, it’s a good idea to go through their closets and dressers at the beginning of each season. As with the toys, decide together what to do with any clothes that are too small, but still in good shape. Many charities are very glad to receive children’s clothing.

Under the bed storage boxes are great for out of season clothing. Then as the weather changes, swap what’s in the dresser for what’s under the bed. When you swap out the clothes, again check for things they’ve outgrown. It’s also good to have a designated place for the kids to put the clothes that are too small, so when they try something on, they don’t just put it back in the drawer.

Once the room has been organized, teach the child to keep up with it on their own, with a routine every day of putting things where they belong.

Exercise For the Boomer Women Who Hate It

2008-04-30T06:26:00.000-07:00

Exercise For the Boomer Women Who Hate It

Going to the gym is all very well for the women who can get to one easily, and enjoy exercising in front of other people and who look good in a leotard. As women for the boomer generation many of our body parts do not stay in the same shape compared to our college days. Exercise equipment at home is fine if you have the room to store the machine when you are not using it, and the self motivation and will power to pull it out from the closet or under the bed everyday. For many of us exercise screams of torture, pain, and unpleasantness, and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Boomers or better know as peri-menopause can be a really exciting time in your life because you are finally empty nesters freeing yourselves from child rearing and family duties. Yes our commitment to the family, is still very strong, doesn’t (or shouldn’t) require you to spend all your time and energies devoted to them. Boomers is the start of the ‘ME-years’, and can be the start of a whole new adventure in your life. Take the time to take care of yourself first for a change since the nest is empty and we are now in control of ME first the Boomer generation.

Take the time at least 3 – 4 times a week to do something that you enjoy or a hobby that can give you great pleasure and get a bit of exercise at the same time. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started.

Walking Activities – walking is one of the best types of activities you can do and the cheapest. Power walk in one way then stroll back home on the return trip. Look for collectables (flowers, rocks, shells, leaves) for creative work. Take your dog with you or a friend. If you are an urban dweller then take advantage of the early morning or evening to window shop- you won’t be tempted to shop because the shops won’t be open but you can keep yourself updated on what is going on in your area. Become a mall walker for others, as you never have to worry about the outdoor eliminate. For those readers that are near the water actually wading along the edge of a lake, stream or beach can be a pleasant way of increasing the exercise for your legs.

Swimming - Find the quietest times at your local pool or beach and enjoy a leisurely swim combined with some underwater exercises such as leg extensions and squats. My favorite is the same movement as Cross County skiing in water it gives the resistance to the areas we all need the most arms and legs while holding the tummy muscles in.

Dance around your house – add a touch of zest to the dusting or when vacuuming – turn the music up loud and dance to it as you work. Grab the dust mops and pertain it is your partner. Push and pull the mop handle. What ever you do get the pulse racing and make yourself feel good at the same time. This is another one of my favorites. It brings back my dance days in school which is good for the memory.

What ever you choose to do take a hobby or project you enjoy and get your heart pumping – that is all that is truly needed in exercise – have fun and enjoy it.

Marcia Chumbley is a work at home mom and grandmother in Minnesota. She is the owner of a Christian Work from Home Moms and Grandparents web site at http://www.faithfulgrannies.com/. Bringing generations of Christian Work From Home Moms, Grandmothers, Parents, Boomers and Families together while providing resources, inspiration and affordable advertising while balancing the work at home experience.

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Want to be More Attractive Be Nice

2008-04-28T05:57:00.000-07:00

Want to be More Attractive? Be Nice!

Mom said beauty begins on the inside. It turns out she was right (Again). Research suggests that individuals who show positive personality traits are perceived as better looking.

by Dr. Galen Buckwalter, Ph.D.

Looking good is something everyone pays attention to. Even if they are blessed with natural good looks, everyone takes the time to get their hair in place and their shirt tucked in before they walk out the door. We don’t think twice about taking time to look good.
What if I were to tell you that one of the easiest things you can do to look better is to simply be nice to people? Rather than getting a makeover, you can instantly look better to people you meet by acting with kindness and compassion. Do you believe that? Let’s think it through this way.

Say you are at an airport, waiting for a plane, when you overhear someone of the opposite sex talking on the telephone. The person is seated behind you so you can’t see him or her. And let’s say the person seems to be talking to an assistant who has made a mistake. In a tone that couldn’t be more rude or disagreeable, he or she is saying something along the lines of, “Well, I went over this last week, and if I must go over it again perhaps you need to pick up a pencil and write down what I say.”
Compare this with the same scenario, but the person is engaged and cordial while explaining what he or she wants, addresses the person by name, puts the mistake in context, provides a helpful hint on how to handle such situations, and moves on.
When you turn around, who is going to look more attractive to you?
Recent research suggests that individuals who show positive personality traits such as kindness, honesty and helpfulness are perceived as better looking, while those who exhibit negative personality qualities such as unfairness and rudeness appear to be less physically attractive. Participants were shown pictures of people of the opposite sex and asked to rate them by physical attractiveness and desirability as a friend and as a romantic partner. The key to this experiment was that they rated each person both before and after receiving information about the person’s personality. First they reacted just to physical appearance, and then they reacted to physical appearance in combination with personality.
Positive personality was found to correlate with a greater desire to be the person’s friend. The desire to be a friend led, in turn, to a greater desire to have the person as a romantic partner. Having a desire for a romantic relationship ultimately led participants to view the people in the photos as more attractive.
To put this simply, nice is beautiful!
The findings did not differ based on gender; they were also consistent regardless of how attractive the person was initially perceived to be. That is, even beautiful people benefit by being nice.
The really good news is that we can all learn how to be nice people. Few of us are ever going to look like movie stars, but we can all increase our compassion and kindness. Researchers in Wisconsin found that people can be very easily trained to activate the part of the brain associated with happiness and compassion. By focusing on others and taking time to get outside of our own daily hassles, we do something that people cannot help but find appealing on every level. Beauty does start on the inside.

Clothes Line

2008-04-27T07:49:00.000-07:00

Clothes Line

A clothes line was a news forecast
To neighbors passing by.
There were no secrets you could keep
When clothes were hung to dry.

It also was a friendly link
For neighbors always knew
If company had stopped on by
To spend a night or two.

For then you'd see the 'fancy sheets'
And towels upon the line;
You'd see the 'company table cloths'
With intricate design.

The line announced a baby's birth
To folks who lived inside
As brand new infant clothes were hung
So carefully with pride.

The ages of the children could
So readily be known
By watching how the sizes changed
You'd know how much they'd grown.

It also told when illness struck,
As extra sheets were hung;
Then nightclothes, and a bathrobe, too,
Haphazardly were strung.

It said, 'Gone on vacation now'
When lines hung limp and bare.
It told, 'We're back!' when full lines sagged
With not an inch to spare.

New folks in town were scorned upon
If wash was dingy gray,
As neighbors carefully raised their brows,
And looked the other way..

But clotheslines now are of the past
For dryers make work less.
Now what goes on inside a home
Is anybody's guess.

I really miss that way of life.
It was a friendly sign
When neighbors knew each other best
By what hung on the line!

Should you Cut your Losses?

2008-04-25T05:45:00.000-07:00

Should you Cut your Losses?

Perfect relationships only exists in fairy tales. Still, sometimes it's hard to tell if the doubts about your relationship are normal or a sign of a bigger problem. Dig a little deeper and the answer will find you.

In some ways your new relationship seems to be going pretty well. But at the same time there are doubts that keep nagging at you. Maybe you have issues with the person’s table manners. Or their friends seem a little…off. Perhaps their goals (or lack thereof) are different than your own.

Or maybe it’s something else.
The point is that you’ve got some fairly significant concerns about whether to keep pursuing this person. But you wonder if you’re being too picky, or you should hold tight to your standards. In other words, should you cut your losses now, or be patient and tolerant to see where the future will take you?

This can be a pretty tough call to make. But if you can think through some key relational issues and stick to some basic guidelines, you’ll have a better chance of making a good, healthy decision as you try to determine just how significant you want to make this new other in your life.

Don’t Expect to Change Someone
There’s an old saying that you should never try to teach a pig to sing. The reason? It’s a waste of time, and it annoys the pig. Expecting to change a person that you’re dating falls into the “trying to teach a pig to sing” category. The simple fact is that for 99% of us, we are who we are. So no matter how much a person tries to change us, we’re not going to change. Plus, we’re going to resent the person who is pushing us to be something other than what we’ve already chosen to be. So don’t expect to change the person you’re with in any fundamental way. Still, that being said, …

Do Encourage Growth and Expose the Person to new Possibilities
There’s nothing wrong with presenting someone with ways they can improve as a person or shake off some of the rough, so that the diamond can shine through a bit more. The key questions are your motivation, and how you go about recommending growth. If you genuinely care for this person and see ways they can improve their quality of life, then that’s a justifiable motivation, especially if you can present your recommendations non-judgmentally and with respect. That’s much more legitimate than calling for change out of your own insecurities, and in such a way that makes them feel bad about themselves.

Don’t Change Who You Are
Just as you can’t expect to substantially change the other person, you also shouldn’t deny or give up on the most important parts of yourself. Sometimes we want to make a relationship work so much that we let go of what makes us who we are or what we truly want and need. But obviously, that’s a bad move for ourselves, for the relationship, and even for the other person we’re changing for. So remain true to who you are, and hold firm to your identity and core values. On the other hand, it’s also important that you …

Do Remain Open-Minded, Flexible, and Tolerant
Being consistent in terms of who you are and what you believe is a good thing. Being rigid is not. So even as you remain true to the essence of who you are, be careful to avoid being closed-minded about changes you could make to improve yourself, or your new relationship.

Don’t Settle
Let’s face it: all of us from time to time feel lonely and just want to be with someone. But do your best to keep in mind an important truth that you already know: It’s not healthy to accept less than you deserve, or less than you need, just because you’re afraid of being alone. There may be times when you feel like having someone—anyone—would be better than being by yourself. But fight the temptation to give in to this line of thinking. Instead, …

Do hold Firm to the Items on your “List”
You know what you want, and what you need, in a relationship. Chances are you’ve got a list in your mind (or even on paper) of the qualities you’re looking for in the person you date. There’s no reason not to expect to find someone who meets most of the items on your list and can make you happy. So if you have some non-negotiables, and this person in your life doesn’t meet the criteria you’ve set out, then be willing to move on without that person, and make yourself available for new possibilities. However, …

Don’t Work from an Unreasonable List
There’s nothing wrong with having standards, even high ones. But make sure that those standards are reasonable. For example, the length of a person’s second toe, or the fact that they sometimes chew with their mouth open, probably shouldn’t be an absolute deal-breaker. Also, it may not be realistic to expect to find someone who looks like a fashion model, or who loves the Dodgers as much as you do. Don’t overemphasize the small stuff, and don’t expect the impossible.

Do Think about what Matters most to You
Concentrate on whether you and this person are like-minded and compatible in terms of values and important issues. Then use your best judgment. Yes, it may be true that they don’t have a job right now. But if they’ve done cool or interesting work in the past and are legitimately in a transition phase, that’s different from someone who’s been “transitioning” for the past three years.

Don’t Avoid Making a Decision you Need to Make
This can be one of the most difficult truths to accept, but it’s also probably the most important. If you know that a person is wrong for you, and that they’ll never be right, then you have to walk away from the relationship. No matter how much you feel that you need them, don’t deny what you know to be true. Remember the words of Maya Angelou: “When people show you who they are, believe them.”

Do Trust your Instincts
Pay attention to what you’re feeling inside, and trust yourself to make the decision that’s right. If, when you’re being totally honest with yourself, you feel that you two have a real shot at creating something good together, then give it some more time and see what happens. But if your instincts tell you that it’s time to move on, then move on.

Exercise For the Boomer Women Who Hate It

2008-03-11T06:10:00.000-07:00

Exercise For the Boomer Women Who Hate It

Going to the gym is all very well for the women who can get to one easily, and enjoy exercising in front of other people and who look good in a leotard. As women for the boomer generation many of our body parts do not stay in the same shape compared to our college days. Exercise equipment at home is fine if you have the room to store the machine when you are not using it, and the self motivation and will power to pull it out from the closet or under the bed everyday. For many of us exercise screams of torture, pain, and unpleasantness, and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Boomers or better know as peri-menopause can be a really exciting time in your life because you are finally empty nesters freeing yourselves from child rearing and family duties. Yes our commitment to the family, is still very strong, doesn’t (or shouldn’t) require you to spend all your time and energies devoted to them. Boomers is the start of the ‘ME-years’, and can be the start of a whole new adventure in your life. Take the time to take care of yourself first for a change since the nest is empty and we are now in control of ME first the Boomer generation.

Take the time at least 3 – 4 times a week to do something that you enjoy or a hobby that can give you great pleasure and get a bit of exercise at the same time. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started.

Walking Activities – walking is one of the best types of activities you can do and the cheapest. Power walk in one way then stroll back home on the return trip. Look for collectables (flowers, rocks, shells, leaves) for creative work. Take your dog with you or a friend. If you are an urban dweller then take advantage of the early morning or evening to window shop- you won’t be tempted to shop because the shops won’t be open but you can keep yourself updated on what is going on in your area. Become a mall walker for others, as you never have to worry about the outdoor eliminate. For those readers that are near the water actually wading along the edge of a lake, stream or beach can be a pleasant way of increasing the exercise for your legs.

Swimming - Find the quietest times at your local pool or beach and enjoy a leisurely swim combined with some underwater exercises such as leg extensions and squats. My favorite is the same movement as Cross County skiing in water it gives the resistance to the areas we all need the most arms and legs while holding the tummy muscles in.

Dance around your house – add a touch of zest to the dusting or when vacuuming – turn the music up loud and dance to it as you work. Grab the dust mops and pertain it is your partner. Push and pull the mop handle. What ever you do get the pulse racing and make yourself feel good at the same time. This is another one of my favorites. It brings back my dance days in school which is good for the memory.

What ever you choose to do take a hobby or project you enjoy and get your heart pumping – that is all that is truly needed in exercise – have fun and enjoy it.
Marcia Chumbley is a work at home mom and grandmother in Minnesota. She is the owner of a Christian Work from Home Moms and Grandparents web site at http://www.faithfulgrannies.com. Bringing generations of Christian Work From Home Moms, Grandmothers, Parents, Boomers and Families together while providing resources, inspiration and affordable advertising while balancing the work at home experience.
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