Each New Challenge
The faster you move forward, the more the wind blows against your face. When you encounter much difficulty and resistance, it is because you're in the process of making significant progress.
Those who have no problems are those who never venture out to accomplish anything. Those who face the most challenges are those who end up creating the most value.
When a particular problem arises, it is because you have progressed to the point where you can deal with it. When a challenge comes along, that's because you are truly ready for where it can bring you.
See the obstacles as gateways and you'll see their true value. Each new challenge is a stepping stone, a way point on the journey to real and meaningful accomplishment.
Feel the stiff wind as it blows against your face. And know that what you're feeling is your rapid movement forward.
~~Ralph Marston
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Opportunities
When one door of happiness closes, another opens;
but often we look
so long at the closed door
that we do not see the one which has opened
for us.
Helen Keller
but often we look
so long at the closed door
that we do not see the one which has opened
for us.
Helen Keller
Making a Difference
Today I will Make a Difference
Today I will make a difference. I will begin by controlling my thoughts. A person is the product of his thoughts. I want to be happy and hopeful. Therefore, I will have thoughts that are happy and hopeful. I refuse to be victimized by my circumstances. I will not let petty inconveniences such as stoplights, long lines, and traffic jams be my masters. I will avoid negativism and gossip. Optimism will be my companion, and victory will be my hallmark. Today I will make a difference.
I will be grateful for the twenty-four hours that are before me. Time is a precious commodity. I refuse to allow what little time I have to be contaminated by self-pity, anxiety, or boredom. I will face this day with the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow comes, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and giving. Today I will make a difference.
I will not let past failures haunt me. Even though my life is scarred with mistakes, I refuse to rummage through my trash heap of failures. I will admit them. I will correct them. I will press on. Victoriously. No failure is fatal. It's OK to stumble... I will get up. It's OK to fail... I will rise again. Today I will make a difference.
I will spend time with those I love. My spouse, my children, my family. A man can own the world but be poor for the lack of love. A man can own nothing and yet be wealthy in relationships. Today I will spend at least five minutes with the significant people in my world. Five quality minutes of talking or hugging or thanking or listening. Five undiluted minutes with my mate, children, and friends.
Today I will make a difference.
~~ Max Lucado
Today I will make a difference. I will begin by controlling my thoughts. A person is the product of his thoughts. I want to be happy and hopeful. Therefore, I will have thoughts that are happy and hopeful. I refuse to be victimized by my circumstances. I will not let petty inconveniences such as stoplights, long lines, and traffic jams be my masters. I will avoid negativism and gossip. Optimism will be my companion, and victory will be my hallmark. Today I will make a difference.
I will be grateful for the twenty-four hours that are before me. Time is a precious commodity. I refuse to allow what little time I have to be contaminated by self-pity, anxiety, or boredom. I will face this day with the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow comes, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and giving. Today I will make a difference.
I will not let past failures haunt me. Even though my life is scarred with mistakes, I refuse to rummage through my trash heap of failures. I will admit them. I will correct them. I will press on. Victoriously. No failure is fatal. It's OK to stumble... I will get up. It's OK to fail... I will rise again. Today I will make a difference.
I will spend time with those I love. My spouse, my children, my family. A man can own the world but be poor for the lack of love. A man can own nothing and yet be wealthy in relationships. Today I will spend at least five minutes with the significant people in my world. Five quality minutes of talking or hugging or thanking or listening. Five undiluted minutes with my mate, children, and friends.
Today I will make a difference.
~~ Max Lucado
Hugs
About Hugs
The Basic Essentials of Life:
1. Air
2. Food
3. Water
4. Shelter
5. Clothing
6. Hugs!!!
What Is Hugging?
Hugging is natural, organic, naturally sweet, free of pesticides and preservatives. Hugging contains no artificial ingredients. It's 100% wholesome. No calories, no caffeine, no nicotine.
Hugging is nearly perfect. There are no removable parts, batteries to wear out, no periodic checkups. It consumes little energy, while yielding a lot.
It's inflation-proof. It's non-fattening. There are no monthly payments. No insurance requirements. It's theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting, and fully refundable. And it costs very little.
Hugging is healthy. It assists the body's immune system, it cures depression, it reduces stress, it induces sleep, it invigorates, it rejuvenates, and it has no unpleasant side-effects. Hugging is no less than a miracle drug.
Adults, Infants and Hugging
Adults love to hug babies and they do it as often as possible. Adults love to hug other adults, too, yet they seldom do. The reason for this is surprisingly simple ... adults are not afraid to initiate and enjoy hugging with infants because there's little chance of rejection.
What Sort of People Like Hugging?
Nice people. People who like to share things. People who make themselves and the world they live in a little happier by hugging.
The Best People, Places, and Times to Hug?
Anyone. Any place. Any time.
The Value of Hugs
Hugs are free ... perhaps that's why so many take them for granted. If hugs cost a lot of money, people would probably knock themselves out to make enough to buy them.
Although hugs are free, they're worthless if they aren't used. An unused hug is lost forever. On a planet that's starved for affection, can we really afford to lose a single hug?
Asking for Hugs
Scientific Research Has Shown the Following:
Every human being needs four hugs per day merely to survive.
Eight hugs per day to maintain oneself at a strong emotional level.
Twelve hugs per day to grow and become a better person.
For those who aren't always comfortable with the traditional hug, you should at least try one of the other following forms of Hugs:
A kind word.
A touch.
A loving smile.
A "Thank you!"
A "Forgive me."
A "Can I help you?"
A "I'm Sorry."
And anything else you can do to make a person feel good about him or herself.
Types of Hugs
HUGS come in every shape and size,
And mean so many things,
Like the hug that says, "I'm happy
For the joy your friendship brings."
There are hugs for saying,
"I'm so proud of all the things you do!"
Hugs that say, "There's no one else
In all the world like you."
There are gentle hugs and tender ones
For feelings that are sad;
Hugs that say, "I'm sorry,"
When someone's feeling bad.
There are hugs for all occasions,
And reasons big and small;
Tiny hugs and big bear hugs ...
Short to extra tall!
But the nicest hug is one that says,
"I'm always thinking of you;"
The special kind this brings your way ...
The hug that says,
"I LOVE YOU!!!"
The Basic Essentials of Life:
1. Air
2. Food
3. Water
4. Shelter
5. Clothing
6. Hugs!!!
What Is Hugging?
Hugging is natural, organic, naturally sweet, free of pesticides and preservatives. Hugging contains no artificial ingredients. It's 100% wholesome. No calories, no caffeine, no nicotine.
Hugging is nearly perfect. There are no removable parts, batteries to wear out, no periodic checkups. It consumes little energy, while yielding a lot.
It's inflation-proof. It's non-fattening. There are no monthly payments. No insurance requirements. It's theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting, and fully refundable. And it costs very little.
Hugging is healthy. It assists the body's immune system, it cures depression, it reduces stress, it induces sleep, it invigorates, it rejuvenates, and it has no unpleasant side-effects. Hugging is no less than a miracle drug.
Adults, Infants and Hugging
Adults love to hug babies and they do it as often as possible. Adults love to hug other adults, too, yet they seldom do. The reason for this is surprisingly simple ... adults are not afraid to initiate and enjoy hugging with infants because there's little chance of rejection.
What Sort of People Like Hugging?
Nice people. People who like to share things. People who make themselves and the world they live in a little happier by hugging.
The Best People, Places, and Times to Hug?
Anyone. Any place. Any time.
The Value of Hugs
Hugs are free ... perhaps that's why so many take them for granted. If hugs cost a lot of money, people would probably knock themselves out to make enough to buy them.
Although hugs are free, they're worthless if they aren't used. An unused hug is lost forever. On a planet that's starved for affection, can we really afford to lose a single hug?
Asking for Hugs
Scientific Research Has Shown the Following:
Every human being needs four hugs per day merely to survive.
Eight hugs per day to maintain oneself at a strong emotional level.
Twelve hugs per day to grow and become a better person.
For those who aren't always comfortable with the traditional hug, you should at least try one of the other following forms of Hugs:
A kind word.
A touch.
A loving smile.
A "Thank you!"
A "Forgive me."
A "Can I help you?"
A "I'm Sorry."
And anything else you can do to make a person feel good about him or herself.
Types of Hugs
HUGS come in every shape and size,
And mean so many things,
Like the hug that says, "I'm happy
For the joy your friendship brings."
There are hugs for saying,
"I'm so proud of all the things you do!"
Hugs that say, "There's no one else
In all the world like you."
There are gentle hugs and tender ones
For feelings that are sad;
Hugs that say, "I'm sorry,"
When someone's feeling bad.
There are hugs for all occasions,
And reasons big and small;
Tiny hugs and big bear hugs ...
Short to extra tall!
But the nicest hug is one that says,
"I'm always thinking of you;"
The special kind this brings your way ...
The hug that says,
"I LOVE YOU!!!"
A daily prayer
Everyday I need you Lord...
Every day I need you Lord
But this day especially,
I need some extra strength
To face what ever is to be.
This day more than any day
I need to feel you near,
To fortify my courage
And to overcome my fear.
By myself, I cannot meet
The challenge of the hour,
There are times when humans help,
But we need a higher power
To assist us bear what must be borne,
And so dear Lord, I pray -
Hold on to my trembling hand
And be near me today.
~ Author Unknown ~
Every day I need you Lord
But this day especially,
I need some extra strength
To face what ever is to be.
This day more than any day
I need to feel you near,
To fortify my courage
And to overcome my fear.
By myself, I cannot meet
The challenge of the hour,
There are times when humans help,
But we need a higher power
To assist us bear what must be borne,
And so dear Lord, I pray -
Hold on to my trembling hand
And be near me today.
~ Author Unknown ~
My Enemy's Gift
"The best thing to give
to your enemy is forgiveness;
to an opponent, tolerance;
to a friend, your heart;
to your child, a good example;
to a father, deference; to your mother,
conduct that will make her proud of you;
to yourself, respect; to all men, charity."
—Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790);
philosopher, printer, writer, inventor, scientist
to your enemy is forgiveness;
to an opponent, tolerance;
to a friend, your heart;
to your child, a good example;
to a father, deference; to your mother,
conduct that will make her proud of you;
to yourself, respect; to all men, charity."
—Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790);
philosopher, printer, writer, inventor, scientist
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Fitting the perfect bra
The average woman owns about six bras. Unfortunately, most of them probably aren't the best fit. According to Oprah, up to 85% of women aren't wearing the right brassiere for their breasts. Since it's time for spring cleaning, take this opportunity to sweep the cobwebs from your lingerie drawer.
The key to finding the perfect bra is to get properly measured. Any lingerie store or bra department will gladly fit you free of charge. If you choose to fit yourself, measure using a flexible measuring tape while wearing either a non-padded bra that fits decently or without one at all.
Two measurements are necessary, the first being around the part of your ribcage that is directly underneath your breasts. This number is your band size. Next, measure around your breasts at their fullest point (probably the nipple) for your bust size To find your cup size, subtract your band size from your bust size. The remaining number corresponds with your cup size.
BAND-BUST = CUP SIZE
<1" = AA
1" = A
2" = B
3" = C
4" = D
5" = DD
>6" = DDD, F, G, and beyond
If your bra fits properly, it should never leave marks anywhere on your back, shoulders, or breasts, nor should the straps or cups ever sag or pucker. Though bra sizing is universal, not all bras are created equal. If you suspect you are part of the 85% of women wearing ill-fitting boulder holders, try adjusting your straps, cup size, band size or switch brands until you find a style that works well for your needs.
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