The following is an article I found on http://www.alancohen.com/
Every interaction is an opportunity to savor a heart connection.
― Alan Cohen
I heard about a fellow who was a television repairman in the 1950's. One day Herman was dispatched to service the TV of an old man named Jake, who lived alone. When Herman inspected Jake’s television, he found that it was missing a tube. Herman replaced the tube in a matter of minutes, and spent the next twenty minutes chatting amiably with Jake before he left for his next repair call.
Three days later Jake reported that his television was on the blink again, and Herman went to fix it. This time he discovered that a different tube was missing. Herman replaced the tube and chatted with Jake for a little while again.
Several days later Jake called the shop again and complained that his TV was not working. When Herman opened the appliance, this time a different tube was missing. Finally Herman figured out that Jake was removing the tubes. He was lonely, he wanted company, and a broken television was his way of getting Herman to visit him.
We all crave contact and company, and we go about getting it in different ways. Some are direct and skillful, and others are more roundabout. You don't need to keep taking the tubes out of your television to get the nurturing you want. You can ask for it directly. Take the initiative to create the intimacy you crave. Reach out for friendship and tell the people you would like to be with that you value their company. Not everyone will respond, but those who belong to you as friends, will show up. And you won’t have to pay a repair bill to play with people you really care about.
Who would you like to invite for a richer relationship?
What step could you take to make this happen?
I reach out for the love I desire, and the universe responds in the right way and time."
We all need attention. We want to know that someone cares. Giving a gift that is personalized specifically for the recipient shows you took the time to "give attention & to create a richer relationship." Feel free to check out :
Names2U.com for some "enriching" suggestions :)
Sharon
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Concentrate on these sentences
Concentrate On These Sentences...
'To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did.'
When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better.
Concentrate on this sentence... 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'
Believe this.....Something good will happen to you today; something that you have been waiting to hear.
Experience & APPRECIATE "the present"!
Send this to those you care about... JUST DO IT!
Sharon Blumenthal
"The Present Pro"
http://www.Names2U.com
http://www.GiftedGreek.com
http://www.PersonalizedGiftWeekly.blogspot.com
http://www.Bagelling.blogspot.com
'To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did.'
When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better.
Concentrate on this sentence... 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'
Believe this.....Something good will happen to you today; something that you have been waiting to hear.
Experience & APPRECIATE "the present"!
Send this to those you care about... JUST DO IT!
Sharon Blumenthal
"The Present Pro"
http://www.Names2U.com
http://www.GiftedGreek.com
http://www.PersonalizedGiftWeekly.blogspot.com
http://www.Bagelling.blogspot.com
Thursday, February 12, 2009
A lovely recipe for the "present"
GREAT RECIPE
This was sent to me by my dear friend Janice. Her present to me is your present to share. Feel free to comment & to share with your friends.
1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. And while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day. Talk to God about what is going on in your life. Buy a lock if you have to.
3. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement, 'My purpose is to __________ today. I am thankful for______________'
4. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.
5. Drink green tea and plenty of water. Eat blueberries, wild Alaskan salmon, broccoli , almonds & walnuts.
6. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
7. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, energy vampires, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.
8. Eat breakfast like a king or queen, lunch like a prince or princess & dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.
9. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
10. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
11. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
12. You are not so important that you have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
13. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.
14. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
15. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
16. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
17. Forgive everyone for everything.
18. What other people think of you is none of your business.
19. GOD heals everything - but you have to ask and believe .
20. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
21. Your job won't take care of you when you are in need. Your friends will. Stay in touch!!!
22. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
23. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: I am thankful for __________. Today I accomplished _________.
24. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.
25. When you are feeling down, start listing your many blessings. You'll be smiling before you know it.
26. Send this to everyone you care about. I care about you..that is why you are getting this from me.
This was sent to me by my dear friend Janice. Her present to me is your present to share. Feel free to comment & to share with your friends.
1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. And while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day. Talk to God about what is going on in your life. Buy a lock if you have to.
3. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement, 'My purpose is to __________ today. I am thankful for______________'
4. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.
5. Drink green tea and plenty of water. Eat blueberries, wild Alaskan salmon, broccoli , almonds & walnuts.
6. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
7. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, energy vampires, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.
8. Eat breakfast like a king or queen, lunch like a prince or princess & dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.
9. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
10. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
11. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
12. You are not so important that you have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
13. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.
14. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
15. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
16. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
17. Forgive everyone for everything.
18. What other people think of you is none of your business.
19. GOD heals everything - but you have to ask and believe .
20. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
21. Your job won't take care of you when you are in need. Your friends will. Stay in touch!!!
22. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
23. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: I am thankful for __________. Today I accomplished _________.
24. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.
25. When you are feeling down, start listing your many blessings. You'll be smiling before you know it.
26. Send this to everyone you care about. I care about you..that is why you are getting this from me.
Monday, February 9, 2009
"Present" a gift to yourself - A Quickie Spa Pedicure at Home
We talk a lot about giving a "present" to someone we love. Today you need to show "I love ME"by "presenting" a gift to yourself. Try this easy Spa Pedicure at Home .
Here in Ohio, snow has been coming & coming & coming.... I can't wait until "sandal season".
1- The sun is actually out today-going up to 50 degrees :).
2-Valentine's Day is coming this week. TREAT YOURSELF....
Sandal season is coming in a little while, Are your feet ready? Everyone seems to be penny-pinching these days, so here are some tips for a spa pedicure at home.
READY, SET, BUFF (3-5minutes)
Remove what's left of your old polish. Use a multi-sided buffer to even out ridges on the top of your nails. Begin with the medium-grit side then switch to the smooth side. This will make your nails shine. If you have a third coarse side of the file, use it to carefully remove really rough skin on your toes and heels. Be careful not to over rub & make your skin raw.
MOISTURIZE (2 minutes)
Massage your feet. Use an ultra-rich foot cream that will replenish and soften the skin. Slather on & massage in. If you can get someone else to rub your feet, that would be even better!
POLISH (5-10 minutes)
Wipe down each nail with polish remover ensuring all previous polish & oil has been removed. This assures that your color will adhere properly to your nails. Shop the dollar store to see if you can find the "toe separators". They are inexpensive, & guarantee - no smears. Apply two coats of polish -- a color that contrasts with your skin tone looks best. Bright, springy colors work well on anyone. Color can make you smile & feel good. Go for it ! Finish with a top coat that has a speed dryer. This should protect the finish & get you moving quickly.
DRY AND RELAX
Put your newly polished tootsies on a pillow and relax while they dry...
Here in Ohio, snow has been coming & coming & coming.... I can't wait until "sandal season".
1- The sun is actually out today-going up to 50 degrees :).
2-Valentine's Day is coming this week. TREAT YOURSELF....
Sandal season is coming in a little while, Are your feet ready? Everyone seems to be penny-pinching these days, so here are some tips for a spa pedicure at home.
READY, SET, BUFF (3-5minutes)
Remove what's left of your old polish. Use a multi-sided buffer to even out ridges on the top of your nails. Begin with the medium-grit side then switch to the smooth side. This will make your nails shine. If you have a third coarse side of the file, use it to carefully remove really rough skin on your toes and heels. Be careful not to over rub & make your skin raw.
MOISTURIZE (2 minutes)
Massage your feet. Use an ultra-rich foot cream that will replenish and soften the skin. Slather on & massage in. If you can get someone else to rub your feet, that would be even better!
POLISH (5-10 minutes)
Wipe down each nail with polish remover ensuring all previous polish & oil has been removed. This assures that your color will adhere properly to your nails. Shop the dollar store to see if you can find the "toe separators". They are inexpensive, & guarantee - no smears. Apply two coats of polish -- a color that contrasts with your skin tone looks best. Bright, springy colors work well on anyone. Color can make you smile & feel good. Go for it ! Finish with a top coat that has a speed dryer. This should protect the finish & get you moving quickly.
DRY AND RELAX
Put your newly polished tootsies on a pillow and relax while they dry...
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