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BELIEVE
May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us. ~ Author Unknown
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LEARN
As a young mother someone passed on advice to me that it didn't matter if what my son was reading was the comics, he was reading! I completely agreed and now there is actual research backing this up and, from personal experience I can tell you that it works!
 Super-powered literacy: The benefits of comics in the classroom For generations, parents and educators have written off comics as being cheap and disposable: a sub-literate medium more suited for after-school reading than inside the classroom. But researchers are starting to reconsider the long-shunned medium as a potential positive teaching tool, especially for boys who tend to lag behind girls in terms of reading ability. The latest in the Canadian Council on Learning's, "Lessons in Learning" series explores the hidden literacy powers of comic books and graphic novels. >> Go to article |
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INSPIRE
I've been following Tiny Buddha for a while now on Facebook and there is always some amazing inspiration for me each day so I wanted to share the site with you...Carolyne
"If you light a lamp for someone else it will also brighten your path." ~Buddha
In our fast paced, always-on world, it's not difficult to access information. It comes at you at breakneck speed. Articles, blog posts, status updates, tweets-there's never a shortage of ideas to consider.
Gaining knowledge isn't a problem. Applying it, on the other hand, is a lot more challenging, especially when you consider how little time we have throughout our busy days to stop, breathe and just be.
Tiny Buddha is about stepping back, taking time to reflect on simple wisdom, and learning new ways to apply it to our complex lives-complete with responsibilities, struggles, dreams, and relationships.
The site features stories and tips about applying wisdom from readers all over the globe. You'll find posts about happiness, motivation, inspiration, love, relationships, meaning, possibilities, and mindfulness. Much of it has its roots in Buddhism, but this is not a site about religion. It's about ideas that make sense and make a big difference when applied.
To learn more about Tiny Buddha http://tinybuddha.com |
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SERVE
 There are over 94,000 family caregivers in the Greater Victoria area who provide care for an adult family member or friend who is chronically ill, frail, elderly or has a disability. Through Family Caregivers" Network Society, we currently reach 41,000. Our goal is to simply reach more family caregivers. Your contribution will help us fulfill this goal. Join us September 17, 2010 for our 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament.
Check out http://www.fcns-caregiving.org/fundraising/fundraising-campaigns-and-events/ for more details. |
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Call for Knitters!Are you a knitter or crocheter who can whip up a hat in an evening? Then get your knit on! You'll be helping to raise awareness about the Period of PURPLE Crying and shaken baby syndrome.
The PURPLE Crying folks are looking for crafty moms and groups to knit or crochet PURPLE newborn baby caps to be given to babies born in BC during the week of November 15th to coincide with Canada's National Child Day.
Create from five to 50 wee hats using any newborn baby cap pattern and a soft baby-friendly PURPLE yarn.
Share the information with your friends and encourage them to knit a few caps over the summer months.
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SUCCEED
This is my 'catch all' category because success comes in so many forms and really can be anything - so, today, I wanted to feature the "Events in Victoria, BC" group that I have created on Facebook. This group has been created to connect people with events - all part of my "power of connection" philosophy and since the group is growing I am considering it a SUCCESS! Consider posting your events, or events that you hear about in the group! Currently on the calendar is:
- Saturday, July 24th and Sunday, July 25th - InspireABook Intensive Weekend
- Saturday, July 24th - A Mid Summer Burlesque Extravaganza
- Saturday, July 24th - Sooke Fine Arts Show - including fashion show at 7 pm
- Sunday, July 25th - Full Moon Transofrmational Healing Journey
- Sunday, July 25th - Roaring Women 2nd Annual BBQ
- Thursday, July 29th - Polynesian Performance Group
- Saturday, July 31st - Quay Classic Corporate Charity Golf Tournament
- August 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th - Learn to Love Your HOT MAMA Jiggly Bitts
- Monday, August 16th - Power of Connection Networking Breakfast
- Wednesday's on August 4, 11, and 18 - Movie Screening "Oh My God"
- Monday, August 30th - Power of Connection Networking Breakfast
- Friday, September 17th - 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament for Family Caregivers' Network Society
- Friday, September 25th and Saturday September 26th - Victoria Idol 2011 Auditions
- Saturday, October 16th - Evening to Inspire
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