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Morning Message: We Are Blessed….

“I think we are all blessed in more ways than we acknowledge.  Be thankful every day for all that you are.  Your gifts and talents are special and yours alone.  Put them to good use.”— Marlene Blaszczyk Gratitude puts situations into perspective.  Gratitude means thankfulness, counting your blessings, noticing simple pleasures, and acknowledging everything that you receive.  When we can see the…

Morning Message: Believe In Yourself

I believe in myself, I believe I can do, I believe I can win the world, and I know I shall always get through.  — Jasleen Johar You can!  Believe in yourself, even if no one else does because you know yourself better than they do.  Live your life out loud and be proud of the person you have become. Take it one day at a time, because you CAN do it.  Take 5-10 minutes each day for yourself. …

Morning Message: Importance of Laughter for Your Health

The importance of laughter for your mental and physical health cannot be overstated. Learning to laugh out loud can help you put things back into perspective.  Here are some of the effects of laughter that you might not know about: Exercise – Laughter is a form of mild exercise. It fills the lungs with oxygen similar to aerobic exercise, and it exercises the abdominal muscles. Stress reduction –…

Morning Message: Happy Mother’s Day

 “A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts. –Washington Irving  …

Morning Message: YOU and Your Purpose of Life

When you are living your life “on purpose,” you will find greater fulfillment and joy in all that you do. The universe will support you in all of your endeavors when you are living in alignment with your purpose, your passion and your inner truth. “I think the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be honorable, to be compassionate. It is after all, to matter; to count, to stand…

Crock Pot Taco Soup Recipe

In honor of Cinco de Mayo this is what I am having for dinner tonight and wanted to share an awesome recipe…”This taco soup is quick and easy to prepare and has great flavor. I got it from a family friend.” Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins Servings: 8-10   INGREDIENTS 1 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans 1 (16 ounce) cans white beans or 1 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans 1 (11 ounce) cans niblet…

Morning Message: Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the Mexican Army’s victory over France during  the Franco-Mexican War.  During Mexico’s war with France, the US was engaged in its Civil War. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla. This battle was a significant turning point for the US as well.  The French were US Confederate Army supporters. During the Battle of Puebla, their…

Morning Message: Time for a Change or You Can Stay the Same

Center your mind on these positive principles and remind yourself of what truly matters as you take the next step forward. Time for a change or You can stay the same. It’s never too late or too early to be who you are capable of being.  There’s no time limit, you can simply start and stop whenever you want.  You can change or stay the same.  You can make the best or the worst of it.  It’s up to…

Morning Message: Never Stop Dreaming…

Takes the same amount of energy to dream small or big; you get to choose! Sending Positive Energy Your Way Today! “Dream a lot and keep dreaming the big dream. This one will be your success story one day.” — Mohammed Sekouty Takes the same amount of energy to dream small or big; you get to choose! Sending Positive Energy Your Way Today! Dreaming… Does dreaming really affect our lives? Does it…

The Doobie Brothers – Black Water [Official Music Video]

[wpanchor id=”anchor”] 1975’s #15 RANKED SONG Listen While You Work httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9jmusgMgro

Mac Davis – Baby Don’t Get Hooked On Me [Official Music Video]

[wpanchor id=”anchor”] 1972’s #8 RANKED SONG Listen While You Work httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1euENzOYLRA  

Morning Message: Art of Patience

Learn the art of patience.  Apply discipline to your thoughts when they become anxious over the outcome of a goal.  Impatience breeds anxiety, fear, discouragement and failure.  Patience creates confidence, decisiveness and a rational outlook, which eventually leads to success. — Brian Adams Patience is one of those grand virtues which we as human beings universally admire, but scarcely…

Morning Message: NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP

“Your opponent, in the end, is never really the player on the other side of the net, or the swimmer in the next lane, or the team on the other side of the field, or even the bar you must high jump. Your opponent is yourself, your negative internal voices, your level of determination.”- Grace Lichtenstein For me, that applies at both in everyday life and in the workplace. I seek to push myself and…

Morning Message: Happy Earth Day

“Here is your country. Cherish these natural wonders, cherish the natural resources, cherish the history and romance as a sacred heritage, for your children and your children’s children. Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches or its romance.” —Theodore Roosevelt Earth Day also known as “Sun-Earth Day” and “International Mother Earth Day” is annually…

Healthy Living Tips in Your Kitchen

An Organized Kitchen is a Happy One For many of us, organization can be the key to stress-free living, and often times, this starts in the home. The kitchen is usually considered the hot spot of the household where hours are spent preparing family meals, creating snacks that everyone can enjoy, or entertaining guests. So let’s get those kitchens organized! Coordinate Cupboards Organizing your…

Caregiver of Family Member: Exhausted and Stressed

Caregiver of Family Member: Exhausted and Stressed Bearing the responsibility for my aging parents is becoming an increasingly stressful task—and not necessarily because of the need for more and more many-sided care. As a caregiver we can sustain emotional, mental, and physical blows that may go unattended in the caring of our loved ones.  I am losing sleep and at times I feel like something has…

Morning Message: Challenges As An Opportunity

“Through all the heartaches and the tears, through gloomy days and fruitless years; I do give thanks for now I know these were the things that helped me grow.” – David Lockett As the old saying goes…”If it doesn’t kill you it only makes you stronger.” This certainly is true when you think back to all those situations and crises you have been through in your life which you didn’t think you would…