I don’t know about you but this time of the year always stirs up a lot of emotions for me.
I think about the year that’s almost over and the things that gave me joy as well as the not so good things.
This year I have been totally free from the corporate world working for myself, and I love it! It hasn’t all been rosy and I’ve had a few challenges, but overall I wouldn’t change a thing. The stress has lifted from my body and I am very relaxed, although I seem to have increased my weight a bit and with Xmas coming up, I’ll have to make it next year’s project to get it off again! This is where I’ve been naughty! Eating too much and not getting any exercise.
I’ve also done a few Internet Marketing courses and I’m hooked, so I spend many hours each day sitting at my computer. The time flies by but at the end of the day I have a real sense of achievement.
This year marked the birth of my 6th grandchild, and being able to visit whenever I want is just wonderful. No more work restrictions. The time spent with my family is precious, and I know they enjoy spending time with me as well.
I think of myself as a “nice” person and I hope others do too. I’m always friendly to people as I’ve observed that if you’re unfriendly or nasty to someone then they reciprocate. It’s very hard for a nasty, angry person to stay like that when you’re being overly nice to them. It doesn’t take much to be nice to people and all it takes sometimes is a smile or a “hello”. There are some very lonely people out there and all they want is acknowledgement that they’ve been seen.
Make it a New Year’s resolution to smile at everyone, no matter how unhappy they look!
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Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Friday, November 30, 2007
Obesity Rules The World
“Now there are more overweight people in America than average-weight people. So overweight people are now average. Which means you've met your New Year's resolution.”
Jay Leno
US comedian & television host (1950 - )
The above comment by Jay Leno may be funny, but it’s not funny when you walk around the streets and see so many overweight adults and kids.
Why do really obese people go to the “all-you-can-eat” restaurants? Logic should tell them that it’s only going to add to the problem. The problem is that they’re passing their bad habits on to their children and their children’s children, so it becomes a merry-go-round. I’ve seen it in my own family with the children emulating what the parents eat and drink and consequently they’re all dangerously overweight. And they don’t care!
The cost to society in the future is going to be enormous as more and more adults and children will be afflicted by Diabetes and Heart Disease. And guess what? You and I as taxpayers will foot the bill!
I saw a story on TV last week of a 16 year old boy who was so fat they had to get a special horse lifter from a vet’s surgery to get him into hospital. His obesity had put so much pressure on his lungs that he could hardly breathe. He lived at home and his mother took no responsibility for him being in that condition. To me, that’s child abuse.
We need to get junk food out of the schools and off TV so that future generations might have a fighting chance of staying healthy.
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Jay Leno
US comedian & television host (1950 - )
The above comment by Jay Leno may be funny, but it’s not funny when you walk around the streets and see so many overweight adults and kids.
Why do really obese people go to the “all-you-can-eat” restaurants? Logic should tell them that it’s only going to add to the problem. The problem is that they’re passing their bad habits on to their children and their children’s children, so it becomes a merry-go-round. I’ve seen it in my own family with the children emulating what the parents eat and drink and consequently they’re all dangerously overweight. And they don’t care!
The cost to society in the future is going to be enormous as more and more adults and children will be afflicted by Diabetes and Heart Disease. And guess what? You and I as taxpayers will foot the bill!
I saw a story on TV last week of a 16 year old boy who was so fat they had to get a special horse lifter from a vet’s surgery to get him into hospital. His obesity had put so much pressure on his lungs that he could hardly breathe. He lived at home and his mother took no responsibility for him being in that condition. To me, that’s child abuse.
We need to get junk food out of the schools and off TV so that future generations might have a fighting chance of staying healthy.
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Monday, November 26, 2007
The Secret To A Happy Marriage
At Saint Mary's Catholic Church they have a weekly husband's marriage seminar. At the session last week, the Priest asked Luigi, who was approaching his 50th wedding anniversary, to take a few minutes and share some insight into how he had managed to stay married to the same woman all these years.
Luigi replied to the assembled husbands, "Well, I've a-tried to treat-a her nice, spend the money on her, but best of all is that I took-a her to Italy for the 20th anniversary!"
The Priest responded, "Luigi, you are an amazing inspiration to all the husbands here! Please tell us what you are planning for your wife for your 50th anniversary."
Luigi proudly replied , "I'm a-gonna go and bring her back ."
What is the secret to a happy marriage? This is a question that I get asked quite often and I always give the same reply…COMMUNICATION!
There have been times in my 37 years of marriage that either my husband or I have a problem that’s worrying us, and rather than let it simmer into something major, we talk about it and find ways of resolving it.
Let’s face it, no two people are the same and you’re each going to have different ideas or opinions, so it makes sense to discuss it. The lack of communication can lead to separation and divorce so don’t let unresolved issues break up your partnership.
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Luigi replied to the assembled husbands, "Well, I've a-tried to treat-a her nice, spend the money on her, but best of all is that I took-a her to Italy for the 20th anniversary!"
The Priest responded, "Luigi, you are an amazing inspiration to all the husbands here! Please tell us what you are planning for your wife for your 50th anniversary."
Luigi proudly replied , "I'm a-gonna go and bring her back ."
What is the secret to a happy marriage? This is a question that I get asked quite often and I always give the same reply…COMMUNICATION!
There have been times in my 37 years of marriage that either my husband or I have a problem that’s worrying us, and rather than let it simmer into something major, we talk about it and find ways of resolving it.
Let’s face it, no two people are the same and you’re each going to have different ideas or opinions, so it makes sense to discuss it. The lack of communication can lead to separation and divorce so don’t let unresolved issues break up your partnership.
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Thursday, November 22, 2007
Thanksgiving In Australia
I’ve just come back from spending a wonderful Thanksgiving with our American friends in Sydney. I live in Brisbane, Australia so it’s just over an hour’s flight to get there. We have been celebrating together for the past 3 years and it’s just wonderful.
It was a week earlier this year because our host will be away this weekend, but we joined 57 other people to enjoy this wonderful celebration.
We had all the traditional foods like turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, beets, carrots, peas, beans, cranberry sauce, gravy and corn bread. My plate was piled so high I didn’t know where to start! We had 3 huge turkeys and no-one complained of hunger!
That wasn’t the end of the feast though. We then had pumpkin pie (my personal favourite), apple pie, chocolate fudge and cheesecake. We were also well plied with wine, beer, tea and coffee.
Our host gave a wonderful speech about the blessings of having wonderful family and friends around to celebrate Thanksgiving and even though the weather was hot we all had a great time.
Although we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in Australia, it really makes you think about everything you have to be grateful for and you can’t get enough of that!
It was a week earlier this year because our host will be away this weekend, but we joined 57 other people to enjoy this wonderful celebration.
We had all the traditional foods like turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, beets, carrots, peas, beans, cranberry sauce, gravy and corn bread. My plate was piled so high I didn’t know where to start! We had 3 huge turkeys and no-one complained of hunger!
That wasn’t the end of the feast though. We then had pumpkin pie (my personal favourite), apple pie, chocolate fudge and cheesecake. We were also well plied with wine, beer, tea and coffee.
Our host gave a wonderful speech about the blessings of having wonderful family and friends around to celebrate Thanksgiving and even though the weather was hot we all had a great time.
Although we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in Australia, it really makes you think about everything you have to be grateful for and you can’t get enough of that!
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
The Road To Success Is Long
The road to success can be can be very rocky no matter what area of your life you wish to succeed.
Lily Tomlin (the actress) once said: “In Hollywood a marriage is a success if it outlasts milk!”
Ain’t that the truth? We all say or think the same thing whenever there’s an announcement of a Hollywood marriage, and that is “how long will it last?” We don’t expect their marriages to go the distance.
Why do we think like that? The answer I think is that because actors live in such artificial surroundings, they cannot cope with reality. Their working life is a fantasy and when they step out and do something “normal” they just can’t cope.
I’ve heard some of them say that it’s because they both work in the same industry and they often work away from home for a few months at a time. To me that sounds like such a lame excuse. I know of couples who both work in the armed services and can be separated from each other for up to 6 months at a time, and they pick up their relationship from where they left off.
The road to success begins with your thoughts, feelings and actions and if any one of them is out of alignment then you need to rectify it as soon as possible to keep the balance in your life.
“Marriage is really tough because you have to deal with feelings…and lawyers!” Richard Pryor (1940-2005)
Personal development leads to success and is an ongoing learning experience. Achieving success in your relationships and every aspect in your life can be obtained by furthering your education.
Success University has the leadership skills to offer you courses in motivation, health and wellness, financial education, sales and marketing training, investing in real estate, time management, building quality relationships and much more. To find out more about their courses click HERE.
Lily Tomlin (the actress) once said: “In Hollywood a marriage is a success if it outlasts milk!”
Ain’t that the truth? We all say or think the same thing whenever there’s an announcement of a Hollywood marriage, and that is “how long will it last?” We don’t expect their marriages to go the distance.
Why do we think like that? The answer I think is that because actors live in such artificial surroundings, they cannot cope with reality. Their working life is a fantasy and when they step out and do something “normal” they just can’t cope.
I’ve heard some of them say that it’s because they both work in the same industry and they often work away from home for a few months at a time. To me that sounds like such a lame excuse. I know of couples who both work in the armed services and can be separated from each other for up to 6 months at a time, and they pick up their relationship from where they left off.
The road to success begins with your thoughts, feelings and actions and if any one of them is out of alignment then you need to rectify it as soon as possible to keep the balance in your life.
“Marriage is really tough because you have to deal with feelings…and lawyers!” Richard Pryor (1940-2005)
Personal development leads to success and is an ongoing learning experience. Achieving success in your relationships and every aspect in your life can be obtained by furthering your education.
Success University has the leadership skills to offer you courses in motivation, health and wellness, financial education, sales and marketing training, investing in real estate, time management, building quality relationships and much more. To find out more about their courses click HERE.
Crikey!
Today I am a very proud Australian as we celebrate Steve Irwin day. Steve was the Crocodile Hunter who lost his life doing what he loved in September last year.
His zoo is just 40 minutes from where I live and it’s a magnificent testament to his work with the wildlife. Today Steve will be remembered as the famous conservationist, but also as a devoted husband to Terri and loving father to his children Bindi and Bob.
The day will reveal a new statue of Steve and then the Crocoseum will be rocking with the world premiere of three new songs by Bindi Irwin. Later in the day there will be a special performance by Olivia Newton-John.
“We can’t wait to celebrate Steve’s amazing life the way he would have wanted through an action-packed day at the zoo”, Terri said.
The crowd attending have been encouraged to wear khaki in honour of Steve and Terri Irwin will launch her new book “My Steve.”
CROC’S RULE!
His zoo is just 40 minutes from where I live and it’s a magnificent testament to his work with the wildlife. Today Steve will be remembered as the famous conservationist, but also as a devoted husband to Terri and loving father to his children Bindi and Bob.
The day will reveal a new statue of Steve and then the Crocoseum will be rocking with the world premiere of three new songs by Bindi Irwin. Later in the day there will be a special performance by Olivia Newton-John.
“We can’t wait to celebrate Steve’s amazing life the way he would have wanted through an action-packed day at the zoo”, Terri said.
The crowd attending have been encouraged to wear khaki in honour of Steve and Terri Irwin will launch her new book “My Steve.”
CROC’S RULE!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Women Do It All!
I was thinking about my two daughters the other day and how we as women have learned to multi-task without too much effort. I've watched both of them handle two to three tasks at a time.
I look at myself and what I used to do when my children were little. I'd be doing the washing holding a baby in my arms and kept a toddler out of mischief all at the same time! It was the same thing everyday and when I look back over those times I still don't know how I managed with 4 kids under 6. I guess we just get in and do it and wait for our hubby's to come home from work so that they can take over!
Even today I multi-task. I can read a book, watch TV and listen to the conversations going on around me, whereas my husband has a lot of trouble doing one thing at a time!
It's been said that man is the superior being, but I totally disagree. I cannot imagine a man having to cope with the many situations that we have to deal with.
A woman's lot in life is not an easy one and I don't know about you, but I wouldn't want to change anything about my life. I'm loved and cherished by my husband and my ever expanding family, and that's all that matters.
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I look at myself and what I used to do when my children were little. I'd be doing the washing holding a baby in my arms and kept a toddler out of mischief all at the same time! It was the same thing everyday and when I look back over those times I still don't know how I managed with 4 kids under 6. I guess we just get in and do it and wait for our hubby's to come home from work so that they can take over!
Even today I multi-task. I can read a book, watch TV and listen to the conversations going on around me, whereas my husband has a lot of trouble doing one thing at a time!
It's been said that man is the superior being, but I totally disagree. I cannot imagine a man having to cope with the many situations that we have to deal with.
A woman's lot in life is not an easy one and I don't know about you, but I wouldn't want to change anything about my life. I'm loved and cherished by my husband and my ever expanding family, and that's all that matters.
For tips and advice on relationship and family issues, go to www.outstandingfamily.com
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Empower You
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The answers are all out there in the personal development marketplace. Now, more than ever before, people are turning to gurus for help in a variety of areas as they want more control of their emotional and financial lives.
The key to personal development is finding out which method works best for you. Since you’re investing time and money in these programs, it makes sense to consider what will be the most effective use of your resources.
This is where Success University comes into play. They have assembled a collection of best-selling authors and renowned speakers such as Brian Tracy, Zig Zigler, John C. Maxwell, Les Brown, Marcia Wieder, Jim Rohn and Suze Orman, just to name a few, to help you on your path to becoming an entrepreneur.
Success University has over 65,000 students! They have thousands of affiliates who receive a monthly personal development package, and an opportunity to share the business with others.
Whether it’s fortune, family or personal fulfillment that drives you, Success University can get you there.
For more information about Success University and other topics on my website, go to www.outstandingfamily.com
The answers are all out there in the personal development marketplace. Now, more than ever before, people are turning to gurus for help in a variety of areas as they want more control of their emotional and financial lives.
The key to personal development is finding out which method works best for you. Since you’re investing time and money in these programs, it makes sense to consider what will be the most effective use of your resources.
This is where Success University comes into play. They have assembled a collection of best-selling authors and renowned speakers such as Brian Tracy, Zig Zigler, John C. Maxwell, Les Brown, Marcia Wieder, Jim Rohn and Suze Orman, just to name a few, to help you on your path to becoming an entrepreneur.
Success University has over 65,000 students! They have thousands of affiliates who receive a monthly personal development package, and an opportunity to share the business with others.
Whether it’s fortune, family or personal fulfillment that drives you, Success University can get you there.
For more information about Success University and other topics on my website, go to www.outstandingfamily.com
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Toxic Toy Banned
The top-selling children’s toy Bindeez beans has been banned in the majority of states in Australia after they were found to contain a toxin similar to Fantasy or “GBH” (Grievous Bodily Harm).
Two children in NSW have been hospitalized in the past 11 days suffering from seizures after eating the beads, while a two year old boy from QLD is in a Brisbane hospital in a serious condition.
People have been told that the toy is poisonous and must be taken away from children immediately. The children who became ill only swallowed a small quantity and doctors are warning that the toxin is dangerous and life threatening.
An investigation into how the toxin, which is an adhesive, ended up in the toy. Some experts believe it was deliberately swapped with one of the toy’s listed ingredients.
The toy which won “Toy of the Year” at the 2007 Melbourne, Australia toy fair, has been pulled off the shelves.
If you think your child has ingested the beads get to your nearest hospital’s emergency centre immediately.
Two children in NSW have been hospitalized in the past 11 days suffering from seizures after eating the beads, while a two year old boy from QLD is in a Brisbane hospital in a serious condition.
People have been told that the toy is poisonous and must be taken away from children immediately. The children who became ill only swallowed a small quantity and doctors are warning that the toxin is dangerous and life threatening.
An investigation into how the toxin, which is an adhesive, ended up in the toy. Some experts believe it was deliberately swapped with one of the toy’s listed ingredients.
The toy which won “Toy of the Year” at the 2007 Melbourne, Australia toy fair, has been pulled off the shelves.
If you think your child has ingested the beads get to your nearest hospital’s emergency centre immediately.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
The People You Meet!
Last weekend I attended a wealth and prosperity seminar in Brisbane run by the Financial Freedom Institute, who also run regular Money Masters seminars throughout Australia, the UK and the USA.
A quote from their website at www.moneymasters.com.au “Imagine How Much Money You Could Generate Over A Lifetime if *YOU* Were Personally Trained By The World’s Leading Property, Stock Market, Business, Internet Marketing, eBay, Finance, Tax, Peak Performance Superstars For 3 Solid Days”…
That sums up the whole event really well and I walked away with so much knowledge and great ideas to put into place that my head was swimming!
I’ve had the pleasure of becoming friends with Nik Halik, the founder of FFI, and his sister Victoria, so it’s great catching up with them when they come to Brisbane. My eldest daughter Michelle is a member of the Money Masters logistics team and has been to Melbourne and Perth with the team, so we have a strong family connection.
I had the absolute pleasure of meeting a phenomenally inspirational and genuinely nice guy Johnny Wimbrey. Johnny is an International Training Director for Success University. They firmly believe that knowledge alone won’t make you wealthy…We go to school for 12 to 20 years of our lives but are simply never taught the right kind of knowledge to be successful in life. In today’s world, you need to THINK in a different way to achieve real success. If you’d like to know more about Success University click HERE.
Here’s a photo of me taken with Johnny Wimbrey.
This one is of me, Johnny and my daughter Michelle
This is a family shot of Mum, Dad, Michelle and Johnny
I’ve also included a photo of my daughter with Nik Halik.
Nik leads a fascinating life and has some wonderful stories to tell. He would have to be one of the greatest stock market educators in the world. Visit the Financial Freedom website for information on his courses. They’re definitely worth a look at no matter what country you live in.
Overall it was a very educational and inspiring weekend!
A quote from their website at www.moneymasters.com.au “Imagine How Much Money You Could Generate Over A Lifetime if *YOU* Were Personally Trained By The World’s Leading Property, Stock Market, Business, Internet Marketing, eBay, Finance, Tax, Peak Performance Superstars For 3 Solid Days”…
That sums up the whole event really well and I walked away with so much knowledge and great ideas to put into place that my head was swimming!
I’ve had the pleasure of becoming friends with Nik Halik, the founder of FFI, and his sister Victoria, so it’s great catching up with them when they come to Brisbane. My eldest daughter Michelle is a member of the Money Masters logistics team and has been to Melbourne and Perth with the team, so we have a strong family connection.
I had the absolute pleasure of meeting a phenomenally inspirational and genuinely nice guy Johnny Wimbrey. Johnny is an International Training Director for Success University. They firmly believe that knowledge alone won’t make you wealthy…We go to school for 12 to 20 years of our lives but are simply never taught the right kind of knowledge to be successful in life. In today’s world, you need to THINK in a different way to achieve real success. If you’d like to know more about Success University click HERE.
Here’s a photo of me taken with Johnny Wimbrey.
This one is of me, Johnny and my daughter Michelle
This is a family shot of Mum, Dad, Michelle and Johnny
I’ve also included a photo of my daughter with Nik Halik.
Nik leads a fascinating life and has some wonderful stories to tell. He would have to be one of the greatest stock market educators in the world. Visit the Financial Freedom website for information on his courses. They’re definitely worth a look at no matter what country you live in.
Overall it was a very educational and inspiring weekend!
Thursday, October 25, 2007
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Wednesday, October 24, 2007
It's A Wonderful Family!
For all my years of being a parent to 4 children, one thing I’ve learned is that you cannot predict how your children’s lives will turn out. All my children are now married and I am the proud Nanna to 6 grandchildren.
When they were younger they all had their own unique personality and at times it was quite challenging. The real test of patience though was when they entered their teenage years! My two girls were the biggest challenge! My eldest daughter was very independent and “thought she knew everything about life”. I’m sure you’ve heard that before!
My youngest daughter was more dependent but could be very “sneaky”! They certainly gave my husband and I some interesting times, and we sometimes wonder how we made it through! We used to say to other parents, put your kids in a boarding school at 14 and don’t let them out till they’re 20!
Both of my girls have grown into wonderful, independent women who now have families of their own. The two boys were relatively easy in comparison. We had a few issues with alcohol early on but as of now, neither of my boys drink much at all. They are both loving, caring men and we’re so proud of them.
We spend each and every day being grateful for the wonderful family we have. I equate my family life to the quotation below and believe that our home is as beautiful as a flower garden!
A family is a place where minds come in contact with one another. If these minds love one another the home will be as beautiful as a flower garden. But if these minds get out of harmony with one another it is like a storm that plays havoc with the garden.
Buddha (563 BC - 483 BC)
I hope my stories about my family help you in your quest to have a wonderful family life.
When they were younger they all had their own unique personality and at times it was quite challenging. The real test of patience though was when they entered their teenage years! My two girls were the biggest challenge! My eldest daughter was very independent and “thought she knew everything about life”. I’m sure you’ve heard that before!
My youngest daughter was more dependent but could be very “sneaky”! They certainly gave my husband and I some interesting times, and we sometimes wonder how we made it through! We used to say to other parents, put your kids in a boarding school at 14 and don’t let them out till they’re 20!
Both of my girls have grown into wonderful, independent women who now have families of their own. The two boys were relatively easy in comparison. We had a few issues with alcohol early on but as of now, neither of my boys drink much at all. They are both loving, caring men and we’re so proud of them.
We spend each and every day being grateful for the wonderful family we have. I equate my family life to the quotation below and believe that our home is as beautiful as a flower garden!
A family is a place where minds come in contact with one another. If these minds love one another the home will be as beautiful as a flower garden. But if these minds get out of harmony with one another it is like a storm that plays havoc with the garden.
Buddha (563 BC - 483 BC)
I hope my stories about my family help you in your quest to have a wonderful family life.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Saving Private Goals!
Have you ever heard the term “dream stealers”? I’m sure a lot of people have but aren’t sure what it means.
Whatever you do, if you have a goal you want to achieve, don’t share it with others, keep it to yourself. There are people out there who will do anything they can to steal your dream from you and tell you that “all that stuff is nonsense”. The more people you tell the more they suck the energy right out of you.
The idea of a goal is to focus all your energy on it and to believe that you have already achieved it. A goal is not something you think about and sit waiting for it to happen.
A goal without a plan is just a wish. Antoine de Saint-Exupery
French writer (1900 - 1944)
For a goal to materialize you have to set out what you want and when you want it.
As an example I’ll tell you my story. My goal was shared with one other person and that was my husband!
We had lost our previous house through a bad business venture in 1990 and I was determined that some day I’d have my own home again. I started putting pictures of houses on my walls and I knew that my daughter was getting married in September 1995, so I set my goal to be in my new house by August 1995.
One Saturday afternoon my husband was working so I took a drive and came across some new blocks of land. I got talking to the salesman and he said I only needed $100 to secure a block. We had $3000 in the bank so I took the gamble and paid the deposit. My husband agreed to go along with it thankfully! A couple of weeks later my husband was working again so I hopped in my car and started looking at display homes. I came across one I really liked and once again started chatting to the salesman who told me he could build us a house while we paid off the deposit, legal fees etc., so he came to talk to us that night and we signed up. It’s amazing how quickly things began to happen once we put up a picture board the means to attract the required deposit seemed to appear from many sources. This would not have occurred if we did not have a passionate goal.
To cut a long story short, we ended up moving into our brand new home on 4th August 1995 and all our fees etc. were paid for, and we also paid for our daughter’s wedding.
I knew that if I’d discussed my goal with anyone else they would have said I was crazy, especially when we only had $3000 to our name! But I knew with all my heart that we were going to achieve the goal no matter what stood in our way.
Stay away from the “dream stealers”!
Visit my website www.outstandingfamily.com for more information.
Whatever you do, if you have a goal you want to achieve, don’t share it with others, keep it to yourself. There are people out there who will do anything they can to steal your dream from you and tell you that “all that stuff is nonsense”. The more people you tell the more they suck the energy right out of you.
The idea of a goal is to focus all your energy on it and to believe that you have already achieved it. A goal is not something you think about and sit waiting for it to happen.
A goal without a plan is just a wish. Antoine de Saint-Exupery
French writer (1900 - 1944)
For a goal to materialize you have to set out what you want and when you want it.
As an example I’ll tell you my story. My goal was shared with one other person and that was my husband!
We had lost our previous house through a bad business venture in 1990 and I was determined that some day I’d have my own home again. I started putting pictures of houses on my walls and I knew that my daughter was getting married in September 1995, so I set my goal to be in my new house by August 1995.
One Saturday afternoon my husband was working so I took a drive and came across some new blocks of land. I got talking to the salesman and he said I only needed $100 to secure a block. We had $3000 in the bank so I took the gamble and paid the deposit. My husband agreed to go along with it thankfully! A couple of weeks later my husband was working again so I hopped in my car and started looking at display homes. I came across one I really liked and once again started chatting to the salesman who told me he could build us a house while we paid off the deposit, legal fees etc., so he came to talk to us that night and we signed up. It’s amazing how quickly things began to happen once we put up a picture board the means to attract the required deposit seemed to appear from many sources. This would not have occurred if we did not have a passionate goal.
To cut a long story short, we ended up moving into our brand new home on 4th August 1995 and all our fees etc. were paid for, and we also paid for our daughter’s wedding.
I knew that if I’d discussed my goal with anyone else they would have said I was crazy, especially when we only had $3000 to our name! But I knew with all my heart that we were going to achieve the goal no matter what stood in our way.
Stay away from the “dream stealers”!
Visit my website www.outstandingfamily.com for more information.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Gulp Fiction!
Did you ever think “gulp, what happens now”, when you first found out that you were having a baby?
It’s an amazing feeling knowing that you as a couple have created this little creature who will totally change your lives. Once the baby is born your status will change to that of “family” and your responsibilities for this tiny person are only just beginning.
The overwhelming feeling of joy and elation when you first find out spreads like wildfire throughout your family, and can turn an otherwise dull day into a life changing experience.
I have personally experienced these feelings 4 times and another 6 times with my grandchildren, and I can honestly say that it is the best thing that has happened in my life. I wouldn’t trade any of it. Babies have their own unique smell and just to give them a cuddle is one of the simplest joys in life.
There can be issues with sleeping and feeding in the beginning but when your child gives you that very first smile it’s all worth it.
Children add a whole new dimension to your life and you are continuously learning from them as well.
Should this baby change your life? YES! And in my opinion it’s for the better! If you and your partner have a close bond then the addition of a baby should only strengthen it. If a couple has problems after the birth then in my opinion the relationship wasn’t strong in the first place and this may need contemplation by both partners to work out how to turn the situation to their advantage.
So if you are contemplating having a baby and worrying about the changes in your life, just think of the wonderful gift you’ll receive in 9 months!
For more information about babies and family relationships, visit my website at www.outstandingfamily.com
It’s an amazing feeling knowing that you as a couple have created this little creature who will totally change your lives. Once the baby is born your status will change to that of “family” and your responsibilities for this tiny person are only just beginning.
The overwhelming feeling of joy and elation when you first find out spreads like wildfire throughout your family, and can turn an otherwise dull day into a life changing experience.
I have personally experienced these feelings 4 times and another 6 times with my grandchildren, and I can honestly say that it is the best thing that has happened in my life. I wouldn’t trade any of it. Babies have their own unique smell and just to give them a cuddle is one of the simplest joys in life.
There can be issues with sleeping and feeding in the beginning but when your child gives you that very first smile it’s all worth it.
Children add a whole new dimension to your life and you are continuously learning from them as well.
Should this baby change your life? YES! And in my opinion it’s for the better! If you and your partner have a close bond then the addition of a baby should only strengthen it. If a couple has problems after the birth then in my opinion the relationship wasn’t strong in the first place and this may need contemplation by both partners to work out how to turn the situation to their advantage.
So if you are contemplating having a baby and worrying about the changes in your life, just think of the wonderful gift you’ll receive in 9 months!
For more information about babies and family relationships, visit my website at www.outstandingfamily.com
Monday, October 8, 2007
Setting A Goal And Achieving It
Back in 1990 my husband and I were promoters of Bob Proctor's "Born Rich" seminars in Queensland, Australia.
You may or may not know that Bob is a contributor to the bestselling book and video "The Secret".
During our one on one training with Bob and his wife Linda in Toronto, Canada, he gave us one very valuable piece of advice which we still do to this day.
He said to write down a goal, write it in the present tense (this is to trick your subconscious mind into believing that you have already achieved it), then visualise your goal as though it has happened and feel yourself in possession of it. Remember to read it every day. The concept is that if you truly believe something then you will attract it into your life.
This actually happened when my husband and I wanted to buy a house. We had no money for a deposit but I had a goal of owning my own home, so I put pictures up of houses and house plans and then put it out into the universe.
Within a few months I met a Developer who showed me how I could have my house in a short space of time.
Within a 12 month period we built our dream home and paid for our eldest daughter's wedding! It just didn't fall into our laps, we had to work hard to achieve everything we set out to do, but we attracted the right people into our lives.
To this day we tell everyone we meet this story so that they know that goals can be set and achieved without too much effort!
For more information go to www.outstandingfamily.com
You may or may not know that Bob is a contributor to the bestselling book and video "The Secret".
During our one on one training with Bob and his wife Linda in Toronto, Canada, he gave us one very valuable piece of advice which we still do to this day.
He said to write down a goal, write it in the present tense (this is to trick your subconscious mind into believing that you have already achieved it), then visualise your goal as though it has happened and feel yourself in possession of it. Remember to read it every day. The concept is that if you truly believe something then you will attract it into your life.
This actually happened when my husband and I wanted to buy a house. We had no money for a deposit but I had a goal of owning my own home, so I put pictures up of houses and house plans and then put it out into the universe.
Within a few months I met a Developer who showed me how I could have my house in a short space of time.
Within a 12 month period we built our dream home and paid for our eldest daughter's wedding! It just didn't fall into our laps, we had to work hard to achieve everything we set out to do, but we attracted the right people into our lives.
To this day we tell everyone we meet this story so that they know that goals can be set and achieved without too much effort!
For more information go to www.outstandingfamily.com
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Requiem For A Marriage
Chances are, we all know someone who is divorced -- probably several someones. In 2000, there were over 957,200 finalized divorces in the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau says that 50 percent of all marriages entered into today will end in divorce. That's a lot of broken homes, heartaches and paperwork, not to mention money spent on attorney fees and court costs.
I have to ask how we can stop this trend. Why aren’t people as committed to keeping their relationships together as they were in my grandparent’s day? Couples worked hard at keeping the families together and it was virtually impossible to find a divorced person.
The difference between then and today is that generally only one parent worked while the mother stayed home and looked after the children. There was less pressure on people to have a career, a nice house, the latest car and all the other material possessions to be found in most houses today. To achieve this both parents now work and their children are in full time daycare.
Materialism and huge debt I believe is the reason for so many divorces.
I have to ask how we can stop this trend. Why aren’t people as committed to keeping their relationships together as they were in my grandparent’s day? Couples worked hard at keeping the families together and it was virtually impossible to find a divorced person.
The difference between then and today is that generally only one parent worked while the mother stayed home and looked after the children. There was less pressure on people to have a career, a nice house, the latest car and all the other material possessions to be found in most houses today. To achieve this both parents now work and their children are in full time daycare.
Materialism and huge debt I believe is the reason for so many divorces.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Babies and Grandparents
Babies are such beautiful little people aren't they? They're so innocent and they rely on us to do everything for them. They are so precious and every minute you spend with them just fills you with joy.
Being a grandmother I've been able to experience the feelings all over again and it's even more wonderful the second time around.
I get to spend a lot of time with my grandchildren and before we tire of each other they go home! What a wonderful arrangement!
The time I spend with them is quality time as I'm not trying to juggle other children, housework or work. I'm also a lot more relaxed with them.
When you first see a smile and they recognise you, it's just a fantastic feeling.
I know I'm very lucky to have grandchildren to spoil as I have friends who keep waiting and waiting for grandchildren and it's just not happening.
I hope, if you have grandchildren too, that you get as much pleasure from them as I do.
Being a grandmother I've been able to experience the feelings all over again and it's even more wonderful the second time around.
I get to spend a lot of time with my grandchildren and before we tire of each other they go home! What a wonderful arrangement!
The time I spend with them is quality time as I'm not trying to juggle other children, housework or work. I'm also a lot more relaxed with them.
When you first see a smile and they recognise you, it's just a fantastic feeling.
I know I'm very lucky to have grandchildren to spoil as I have friends who keep waiting and waiting for grandchildren and it's just not happening.
I hope, if you have grandchildren too, that you get as much pleasure from them as I do.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Building An Outstanding Family
Family is the foundation on which we build our lives.
With a supportive, loving family behind you, no matter what happens in your life, they will be there for you.
Friends may come and go, but FAMILY is forever!
With a supportive, loving family behind you, no matter what happens in your life, they will be there for you.
Friends may come and go, but FAMILY is forever!
Monday, September 17, 2007
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Sunday, September 16, 2007
What Is An Outstanding Family?
Welcome to my blog! I hope you get some invaluable information from my experiences of family life.
Having an outstanding family to me means that you have a family who want to be together and love spending time with each other.
There are so many disfunctional families around today that it's great to see a "normal" family.
I'm not having a go at single parent families as I know a lot of them do a great job to keep their family unit together. I've had experience with this in my own family and the parents have done a fantastic job.
I'm talking about families where the kids are roaming the streets and the parents either don't have a clue, or they don't really care what their kids are doing.
I've come from a Mediterranean background and family is the top priority with all of us. No matter what happens in our lives, we know that the family will be there to support us. It's about caring for each other and taking an interest in whatever is happening in each other's lives.
For more information go to my website www.outstandingfamily.com
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