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<B> <A NAME="feature"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Tahoma" ><B>>>>>>FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE HIDDEN TREASURES; SEEK THEM AND ENJOY THEIR RICHES</B></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#006600" FACE="Tahoma" >By Wanda Hope Carter</FONT><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Tahoma" ><B><<<<<</B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> What Is A Friend?</div> <div> Someone who gives you a smile whenever you meet</div> <div> Whose presence in your life is always a treat</div> <div> And even when things don't go exactly right</div> <div> A friend will be there for you day and night</div> <div> It comes from the heart when they wish you a nice day</div> <div> They help you with work and inspire you to play</div> <div> The comfort they give when you need a lift</div> <div> Is a blessing from God and truly a gift</div> <div> Encouraging you always to do your best</div> <div> Lending support through each trial and test</div> <div> Sharing your dreams, worries, laughter and tears</div> <div> A friend gladly grows old with you throughout the years</div> <div> I am thankful that you are my friend!</div> <div> Copyright 2001, Wanda Hope Carter, All rights reserved.</div> <bR> <div>      Family and friends are our greatest blessings as well as a part of our dreams for the future. What is - "IT" - about the people we love that makes them so special in out lives anyway? </div> <div>      </div> <div>      Recently, I reunited with an old and dear friend whom I had not seen in a very long time. The thing that struck me immediately was how when we first saw each other we both broke into a smile that didn't quit during the entire day. We talked about the good old days with laughter and recalled even the bad old days with a joy found in the knowledge that we got through them together and remained optimistic. Our shared history gave us many things to cherish for the rest of our lives and contained the riches we had earned and now rediscovered with a newfound appreciation that only the two of us could understand. The experiences of the day became new treasures that will be waiting for us to cherish the next time we meet.</div> <div>      </div> <div> Afterwards, I was absolutely glowing with thankfulness for all of my friends old and new. There is such a warm and wonderful feeling of safety that I feel in their presence. My reflections gave creation to the poem above. It was inspired by a particular friend with whom I am very close at this time in my life and who above all has the ability to make me smile regardless of the circumstances.</div> <div>      </div> <div>      I am lucky that my immediate family members are just as near and even dearer to my heart and that they are friends as well. I can honestly say, without my mother's love, prayers and inspiration, I would have never been strong enough to make it through the trials and tribulations that my life has mustered. And my children, well through it all, they are the ones I lived for and strived to be a better person for and without them I fear that the strength I found would have gone mostly to waste. </div> <div>           </div> <div>      Love is the greatest treasure we will ever possess and yet we are all guilty of occasionally taking our gifts for granted. Life is not always easy and people are not always easy to deal with. Relationships undulate with the good and not so good times, but through it all true love remains and grows into new shapes and directions ever increasing our riches. </div> <div>      </div> <div>      If you happen to be going through some of those not so good times with a family member or friend, then be especially thankful. You have a profound opportunity for personal growth and experiencing the meaning of an even deeper and greater love. In the end, true love withstands all things and while it may falter from time to time, in the end it does not fail. Like the mighty oak that has weathered many a storm and cycles of drought, it's roots grow deeper and its stable trunk wider. </div> <div>      </div> <div>      If you have not already been on the other side of needing a hand to hold during difficult times of your own, you most likely some day will be. We are all human and we make mistakes, get ill, feel discouraged, have accidents, and yes, we NEED others to care enough to give help and comfort. Whether we are the comforter or the comforted, compassion allows us to grow in depth of character. What could be of more value to us than this?</div> <div>      </div> <div>      It is good to stop and remember the true value of family and friends from time to time because it not only reminds us of what we have to be thankful for but it also helps to prevent possibly growing apart due to lack of expression. Here are a few suggestions from a book that I am writing. It is designed to help you discover just what “IT” is that makes those people you love so special and to provide ways to increase your true wealth. Please let me know if it works to help you in any way.</div> <bR> <div> All that is required is to make a few lists and follow through..................</div> <bR> <div> <B>First</B> <B>List Title:</B> <B>- Discovering my wealth:</B> </div> <div> List the people whom you love and next to each name write down all of the riches you receive from them.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Second</B> <B>List: - Ways to express thankfulness for my wealth: </B></div> <div> First, enter things that you already do to show your appreciation for those who are meaningful in your life. Second, put your thinking cap on to find at least one new and creative way to give something back to every one on your list.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Third:</B> <B>- Increasing my wealth:</B> </div> <div> List specific persons or types of people with whom you would like to be friends. Don't forget, "The only way to have a friend is to be one." <U>Ralph Waldo Emmerson.</U> Then formulate a plan for where, how and when you can invest your time to become friends with these people.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Forth:</B> <B>- Protecting my wealth:</B> </div> <div> First - list the things that you wish you had said or done in the past and still have time to say or do in the present or future. Second - enter things that you wish you had not said or done and for which your apology is overdue. You will have the most fun checking off this list. It's love's version of taking it all the way to the bank.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Fifth:</B> - <B>Sharing my wealth:</B> </div> <div> List the treasures you hope that your family and friends will find when they seek you out. Don't forget; they need you and what you have to offer just as much as you need them. </div> <bR> <div> <B>THE LOVE THAT YOU GIVE WILL MULTIPLY AND RETURN TO YOU. It is the best investment of time and resources that you will ever make. I hope you will make treasure hunting a daily adventure in the future. You have nothing to loose and a lifetime of love to gain.</B></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>I wish you, your family and friends above all - </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF00BF" FACE="Arial" ><B>PEACE</B></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000080" FACE="Arial" ><B> </B></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" ><B>:)</B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX</B></A><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B> </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="reading_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B><U>>>>>>Suggested Reading<<<<<</U></B></div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="561" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 145 WIDTH="146"><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0609608096/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a05d8c0.jpg" border=0 width="93" height="140" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> Dr. Gottman and his research team have observed hundreds of relationships for over three decades to analyze what works. Touching personal stories are mixed with helpful questionnaires and practical guides to things you can do to make all of your relationships better. Subject areas include: Communication, emotional neuroscience and understanding your personal emotional heritage, neurolinguistic programming and sharing techniques. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 171 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684868016/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a564a60.jpg" border=0 width="100" height="166" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> This classic book by Don Gabor has been helping thousands of people for over twenty years. It offers hundreds of opening lines and real life examples with easy to remember charts that will help you to identify your personal conversational style. It has been updated to include subjects such as talking to people from other countries and cultures, avoiding mistakes on a mobile phone and chat room etiquette. The information in this book will boost your personal and professional speaking and communication skills. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 145 WIDTH="146"><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0876043945/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a7598c0.jpg" border=0 width="89" height="140" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> Ray Cullis shows how to combine the energy of the hands with the power of suggestion (not hypnosis) for a spiritual healing technique that is especially effective when used by families, friends and health care providers. I know from personal experience these methods can create profound results with benefits gained by  the giver and receiver. The information is based on age old wisdom, presented in an easy to understand format and provides a wonderful way to give something of value to those you love.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B><U> <A NAME="new"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U></B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Tahoma" ><B><U>>>>>>What's New Highlights<<<<<</U></B></FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <A HREF="new.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Whats New?"><B><U>>>>>> What's NEW With Me...</U></B></A><B><U> </U></B></div> <bR> <div> WOW....... WHERE TO START?<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" > In the last issue, I wrote about going with the flow and what happens when things out of our control divert ambitions. What happened in my life after I wrote that issue and up until now, I consider as a classic example of hanging on during the turning of the tides of life. </FONT></div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >     </FONT>I had a wonderful experience at the Maui Writers Conference in September 2,000, where I spiked the interest of several top agents and publishers. Encouraged to produce a video to promote my self and the books in progress, I spent over seven months in Hawaii making it happen. <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >It was a completely time consuming venture and the proposals had to wait. Shots and subjects included my background of troubles, writing success, family, eco-tourism, speaker engagements and the "Hope For The Future," that I have for my career. If I had any idea of what was involved in being a video producer, I wonder if I would have had the courage to try it. In spite of the challenges, it far exceeds my original expectations. </FONT>With the help of an international crew, my dream came true.<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <bR> <div>      In March 2001 after completing the video, I was extremely anxious to finish the book proposals that I originally promoted at the speakers seminar and writers conference. By then, I had months of new experiences that translated into a multitude of revisions and additions.<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#008080" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >I arrived at my "cave" in Florida to complete this mission when I was unexpectedly granted a gift beyond any expectations.... </FONT><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#CC9900" FACE="Arial" >an opportunity to explore Europe!</FONT> This provided a chance to expand <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >Self-Discovery, Healing & Transformation Tours</FONT> into new territories. Thankful yet anxiously I accepted the challenge and put aside that which I felt was so important for this adventure. It took longer to plan than it did to do the 30-day tour during May and June. It included a visit to eight countries. <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >MANY SACRED SITES WERE FOUND and I look forward to booking more tours there in the future.</FONT></div> <div>  </div> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#008080" FACE="Arial" >     </FONT>Upon returning to the states, I began preparing for the Maui Writers conference held during the first week of September 2001 including finishing the proposals for submittal. <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >There were now awesome insights to add to the previous changes gathered from the video experience</FONT>.<FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > As hard as I tried, time ran our before they were completed but I went with a very good base of materials and as a result opened more doors of publishing opportunities. With a new confidence from the profound encouragement I received from agents and publishers, I set up my office in Hawaii to do the final edits and finishing touches. </FONT>I felt I was just a few weeks away from completion and then came 9/11/01.</div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >Like everyone else, much of my life went on hold while I coped with the tragedy and tried to comprehend the changes in everyday reality.</FONT> To find reason to be inspirational was difficult. I questioned the validity and meaningfulness of dreams large or small. In a world where these acts are possible, I asked myself, "What is the point of having a dream when it may be so unfairly and with unforeseen malaise, taken by force or fear?" </div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >Over time, I realized that Americans were actually lucky to be in a position to feel the extreme shock and outrage of the event to the depths that we did as a country. People in many lands live with terrorism every day and are hardened by the constant threat that dulls their emotions by necessity.</FONT> Pondering this changed me deeply. I grieved over the loss of innocent victims, the loss of the idea that we can reasonably expect to remain free and safe and the loss of my own will to accomplish something that would make a difference in the world. When finally the grief became too great to carry, like millions of others, I did not fold but instead did everything within my might to find the strength to carry on bigger and better than before. Having and accomplishing dreams became even more precious as I saw those who carried them in their hearts being committed to not letting terrorism or any negative force steal them away. I was inspired once again to complete especially one particular book but realized even more changes were needed to reflect new insights the times had provided.</div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >It was a hard decision to return to Florida, where there are less personal distractions in my life than in Hawaii.</FONT> But, my enthusiasm and determination were now profound driving forces. I felt nothing could stop me and that not only would I finish my book proposals quickly but also that they would be so much better after taking into account everything that had transpired since I first pitched them at the conference in 2000. I arrived to accomplish the task beginning with a state of complete unsettlement in order to move my office to a new (and way better) location. <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >Alas, I made the move and was here barely a week when on 12/26/01, I found myself in the Emergency room being told I must be rushed immediately into surgery. </FONT></div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >Months went by with out much healing and the ability to sit or write anything between the pain and pain pills was impossible.</FONT> The magnitude of this condition is unparalleled in my life. I have been in 6 major car accidents resulting in numerous broken bones including having 9 ribs broken front and back and leaving multiple permanent injuries. I had fibroid tumors for over a year that kept me in bed for the duration and for many years suffered the abuses of domestic violence. My pain and suffering list goes on & on - but this has been the absolute worse. Apparently, the universe said “NO, NOT NOW EITHER!” about finishing the books or doing anything else for that matter. </div> <bR> <div> I am so lucky this is not a life threatening condition but it could have become a lifelong burden if extreme actions were not taken. A second surgery a few weeks ago has finally presented me with some relief and I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >I am following that light with this e-zine issue. It is the first writing I have done in months. </FONT>When I am able to complete this, I will feel that I am ready once again to finally finish those proposals. That is, if the universe is ready for me to..........</div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000CC" FACE="Arial" >What will all of these experiences bring to the books I would not otherwise had to offer?</FONT> The first speakers and writers conferences gave me great hope, confidence and the information I needed about how to accomplish my goals. Making the video gave me a new perspective on my life experiences, creative skills that I never had before and a feeling of being truly proud of something I achieved. The trip to Europe provided a better understanding of mankind through the study of various cultures, real experiences with sacred sites that increased my beliefs in God and appreciation of the miracle of life and a feeling of the long way that mankind has traveled to be the creatures that we are today. The next writer's conference gave me so much more encouragement and motivation to work long and hard with reasonable expectations of success. 9/11/01 gave me determination, courage and strength and my recent physical challenge has given me humility, patience and lots of time for reflection on what is really important in life. </div> <bR> <div>      And so, dear readers, if you pray, please remember me in your prayers or at least please wish me luck. I need all of the positive vibes that I can get to heal, go forward and do what I believe I am here to do. Whether now or later is up to the flow with which I must go. In addition, I cannot close without saying THANK GOD for my family and friends who have been so helpful and supportive throughout the good, bad and ugly of it all! I am a very wealthy woman whose treasures are kept safe in my heart. </div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000099" FACE="Arial" >One positive development is that the ABCs have just been published with a new look.</FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="fun_cool_helpful"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A>>>>>><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Tahoma" >Fun</FONT>, Cool & <FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#008000" FACE="Tahoma" >Helpful Links</FONT><<<<<</div> <bR> <div> <B>FUN>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>></B></div> <bR> <div> AMUSEMENT PARKS - <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://users.stargate.net/~rollocst/a_park.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://users.stargate.net/~rollocst/a_pa"><U>http://users.stargate.net/~rollocst/a_park.html</U></A></FONT> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Links to a HUGE list of official and fan sites for US, Canadian and worldwide amusement parks.</FONT> </div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >SHOCKWAVE-</FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#008080" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><A HREF="http://www.shockwave.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.shockwave.com"><U>http://www.shockwave.com</U></A> The official site offers puzzles, games, greeting cards and more for all ages. One of my favorite fun sites. </div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >TRAVELING IN THE USA - </FONT><A HREF="http://www.usatourist.com/english/links.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.usatourist.com/english/links."><U>http://www.usatourist.com/english/links.html</U></A> Traveling is more fun when you are well prepared. This site offers links to unique information as well as those sites that offer vital basics. Great for US citizens or visitors from abroad.</div> <bR> <div> <B>COO</B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000080" FACE="Tahoma" ><B>L>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#9900FF" FACE="Arial" >GOLDENSURF.COM</FONT> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.goldensurf.com/index.shtml" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.goldensurf.com/index.shtml"><U>http://www.goldensurf.com/index.shtml</U></A></FONT> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#336600" FACE="Arial" >This site is tailored for senior citizens and contains much entertaining, interesting and helpful information on the arts, health, government agencies, travel, finances, games, sports and more that would be of interest to folks of all ages. </FONT></div> <div>  </div> <div> WEATHERCHANNEL.COM<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000080" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://my.weather.com/fcgi-bin/myWeather/myHome.pl" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://my.weather.com/fcgi-bin/myWeather"><U>http://my.weather.com/fcgi-bin/myWeather/myHome.pl</U></A></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#008080" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#336600" FACE="Arial" >Check the weather anyplace in the world plus find interesting links to weather facts and statistics. You can search endlessly and customize your own weather page to show conditions and maps for a variety of locations.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>HELPFUL>>>>>>>>>>>>>>></B></div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#008000" FACE="Arial" >GOVSPOT</FONT><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000080" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><U>http://www.govspot.com/</U> is the ULTIMATE government information portal of the Web. World, federal, state, local & tons of special interest links are all easy to find form this one location.</div> <bR> <div> PUEBLO.GSA.GOV <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/"><U>http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/</U></A></FONT> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >The helpful Federal Consumer Information Center that we have depended on for years to offer those great free handbooks have a vast site filled with extensive information on just about any subject you can imagine and a guide to the free information booklets.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#008000" FACE="Arial" >SPAMABUSE.NET</FONT> <U>http://spam.abuse.net/</U> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >This site has great information on how to get it under control. </FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A><B>   </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/mag_index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/mag_ind"><B>Past Issues INDEX</B></A><B>    </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/magazine.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/magazin"><B>The latest issue</B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="readers"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>>>>>>Reader's Corner<<<<<<</B></div> <bR> <div> This piece was selected because it reflects just how much of a treasure one's family can be.</div> <bR> <div> <I>REALIZATION</I></div> <div> Copyright 1999 By Minka, All rights reserved. </div> <div> <U>http://community-2.webtv.net/mcjoy8/HeavensAssurance/</U></div> <div> <A HREF="mailto:mcjoyministry@webtv.net" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:mcjoyministry@webtv.net"><U>mcjoyministry@webtv.net</U></A><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <bR> <div> Being a millionaire....</div> <div> ....it was a dream....a goal</div> <div> since childhood- Oh, not for things....</div> <div> ....maybe just approval....</div> <div> THEN marriage....</div> <div> Making a million can wait</div> <div> THEN my first adorable baby....</div> <div> (diaper changes; housework)....</div> <div> Making a million can wait</div> <div> THEN came two more precious angels</div> <div> (daily chores; Little League)....</div> <div> Making a million can wait....</div> <div> Someone asked me if I would trade</div> <div> my children for a million dollars....</div> <div> "Oh NO!" I exclaimed, "Not for any amount of money!"</div> <div> THEN I knew....</div> <div> I had already become more than a millionaire....</div> <div> SINCE the day I became a MOTHER</div> <bR> <div> Thank you Minka, a two-time winner of the reader's corner contest.</div> <bR> <div> READER'S PLEASE HELP; I NEED MORE PIECES FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION!!!!!!!!!!</div> <div> IF YOU HAVE SHORT STORIES, POEMS OR PROSE ABOUT ANY SUBJECT THAT IS INSPIRING AND 750 WORDS OR LESS, PLEASE CONTACT ME <A HREF="contact.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="contact us | inspirationmotivation.com">HERE</A> UNDER SUBJECT: READER'S CORNER <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#CC9900" FACE="Tahoma" >Winners receive a free ABCs limited edition autographed poster, are published in this e-zine and permanently online at InspirationMotivation.com.</FONT></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B><U> <A NAME="parting"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U></B><B><U>>>>>>Parting Thoughts<<<<<</U></B></div> <bR> <div> "Choose Friends and Companions Carefully" - From Every Day Magic by Wanda Hope Carter</div> <bR> <div> The only thing we have in life that is solely and wholly ours is time. Everything else is borrowed and the time that we have been given is limited. People we know top the "Most influential things in our lives" list. The amount of our one and only precious resource that we spend with them or due to our relationships represents a large chunk of our life's experiences. It only makes sense to choose friends and companions carefully and yet at some point, most of us will find ourselves involved with people that we wish we weren't. While learning and growing from our experiences with these types of people is possible and desirable, we must consider that we are also missing everything else positive we could be doing. It is important to ask yourself how much time can you afford to spend dealing with the challenges, problems and unfortunately sometimes even heartbreak and tragedy associated with negative relationships?</div> <bR> <div> These parting thoughts are to encourage you to pay close attention to the people who come into your life's circle before you decide whether or not to allow an emotional bond to form. In order to choose carefully, it helps to have an idea of what an ultimate desirable friend is for examination against the possible expectations you can have with a new contact. If you know that your ideal is someone trustworthy, open, responsible yet fun loving and loves to climb mountains and you meet someone who after a period of time proves to be all of the above, then it's an easy decision to allow your feelings to grow. Meeting someone with only one or two of those qualifications is a sign that while you may be able to associate with them on a limited basis, your time and feelings would be better shared with those who match more of your criterion. </div> <bR> <div> The influences that others have in our lives are tremendous. If you don't think that even a small amount of time can make a huge difference, ask a mother who lost her child shortly after birth what affect the child had upon her even fifty years later. Everyone you know affects your knowledge, thoughts, opportunities and outlook on life and changes you in a permanent way. You owe it to yourself to be very careful whom you let in because other people's affects are lasting even if their presence is not. We even have the option of choosing who in our family is to be our friend and companion and who we consider as a relative only. Selecting friends and companions is truly the greatest freedom of choice that we have and we best exercise it with wisdom and compassion.</div> <bR> <div> Once you have found positive and nurturing relationships that deserve your time and attention, you can truly rejoice for you have indeed located the most valuable treasures of life and become a wealthy soul. But if friends are in need of more attention than normal due to hard times, as mentioned in the opening article you must not abandon them. If you reach out while remembering that your aim is to help them through, up or out of the situation you will both benefit more than if you offer yourself as a permanent crutch. Even if their circumstances have changed tremendously and permanently, you can help them to remember their sources of strength and to look ahead more positively.</div> <bR> <div> It is worth mentioning, that there may even be times when being a good friend means ending your relationship entirely. Many books have been written on this subject and is too complex to go into much detail here. However, I will briefly mention that those times might be if the friend is in a self-destructive downward spiral and not willing to make an honest attempt to change what they can for the better. The alternative of your remaining a close companion, besides risking your own inner peace and emotional stability, would be to encourage the behavior and indicate support of their circumstances. Examples would include those who might become alcoholics or fall to other addictions as well as those who become abusive to the people around them. In these cases, it is important to remember that while we have a responsibility to try to inspire others to improve their lives we are never able to instill the desire or will for them to do so. Sadly, it often takes being alone at the bottom of the deep dark pit to finally cause one to look up for the light. I know, I have been there and although my true friends had to let me go lest they accompanied me down, they were still there waiting to help once I started the ascent on my own.</div> <bR> <div> Remember also that YOU have a lifelong and life altering affect on everyone who's circle you are included in and I encourage you to take this to heart. Maybe it is a good time to ask your self “What will this person gain from knowing me?” about those whom you have chosen as friends. If you are satisfied with all of the answers then something is wrong with your assessment because the very nature of humanity is frail with imperfection. But by asking and answering honestly, you will find your faults and if you act to improve them, then the unselfish desire to be a better friend will come back to improve you as a person. </div> <bR> <div> Finally, choose carefully but do not let fears of being hurt or used hold you back from establishing bonds with others. Even the best of friends can change and we cannot predict how our ever-evolving circumstances may alter us much less how they might affect someone else. Just use the knowledge that all you really have is time to your advantage and invest it wisely in more than one place (or person), just as you would your money. By doing this you will be better prepared to emotionally afford a few losses. My great aunt who lived on a farm in middle Tennessee, used to remind me of the age old saying, “Don't put all for your eggs in one basket.” By having a variety of friends and companions we can cushion the blow of any hurt or despair caused by a bad relationship. There is nothing much sadder than someone who is all alone in the world because they are afraid to let others into their hearts. Welcoming friends who meet your good set of standards and interests is the most positive gift you can give yourself and one that will last for the rest of your life.</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> May God bless you and all of your family and friends. </div> <div>      </div> <div> Copyright 2002, Wanda Hope Carter, all rights reserved</div> <div> http://InspirationMotivation.com</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> <B><U> <A NAME="reading_2"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></U></B><B><U>>>>>>Suggested Reading<<<<<</U></B></div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="561" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 171 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/096220367X/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a666a60.jpg" border=0 width="102" height="166" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> Based on UCLA's Children's Social Skills Program, this book offers the type of good common sense advice that all parents and child care givers can benefit from. It is aimed at 5 - 12 year olds and offers especially  helpful insights on the issue of shyness. It offers practical ways to guide children in how to make friends and deal with the difficulties that arise in their relationships. This book has been found to be especially helpful for children with special needs such as autism, LDA and LDD/ADHD.  </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 171 ><NOBR><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0452275350/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a866a60.jpg" border=0 width="102" height="166" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> If you find yourself in a difficult relationship, this book by psychotherapist Mira Kirshenbaum, offers extremely insightful ways to determine if it is worth working on or better to get out of it. The thoughtful, probing guidelines offer methods of self-analysis to help you understand your unique situation and whether there is real potential for improvement. This book does not offer a pro/con approach but instead offers concise guidelines for decision making.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 164 WIDTH="146"><div> <A HREF="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0894864025/inspirationmotiv/002-0759237-3150435" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0"><IMG SRC="3a9609f0.jpg" border=0 width="96" height="159" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="396"><div> For anyone dealing with an addictive personality type, this book by Melodie Beattie is hard to beat in the amount of insight and help that it offers. With a straight forward approach  the examples and exercises allow readers to understand codependency and break free of it's clutches. Besides practical information, the encouragement and hope for personal healing that it offers is worth it's weight in gold. Even people who  do not have this immediate problem can learn much about human behavior and relationships that will help them in their everyday lives. </div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div>  <A NAME="subscription___copyrights"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <B>Return to: </B><A HREF="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family___friends.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://inspirationmotivation.com/family_"><B>This issue's INDEX </B></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0daaa030.png" border=0 width="170" height="3" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <div> For more information about Speaker availability and topics or tour information, contact me <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000099" FACE="Tahoma" ><A HREF="contact.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="contact us | inspirationmotivation.com">here.</A></FONT></div> <bR> <div>  </div> <div> PS. 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