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Blaine's Best

BLAINESWORLD
#585
12.17.2007

In this issue:
1. Reflections
2. FYI
3. Strength
4. Reviews . . . STARTING OUT IN THE EVENING, etc.
5. TV alert
6. Family decision
7. Websites
8. Computer tip
9. Memo from Santa
10. A quote I like
11. Thought for the day
12. Advance planning department

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1. Reflections

A. Cynthia, my beautiful bride, and I had a great night out this past
Saturday . . . we went with friends to one of my favorite restaurants,
Il Sol, in Newtown, PA . . . my chicken lemoncello dish was delicious,
and Cynthia liked her shrimp and crab sorrento . . . our waiter, Ron,
provided excellent service . . . but what we especially enjoyed was
the entertainment: Barbara Trent . . . she is just a marvelous singer
who also accompanies herself on the piano . . . we listened to her
wide range of oldies, standards and Christmas songs and, also,
got to dance to several numbers.

Here's a picture of the three of us:
 
Barbara Trent, Cynthia,Blaine

Barbara appears every Saturday at Il Sol from 7-11 p.m. . . . on
Wednesdays, there's a piano bar sing along from 7-10 p.m.; on
Thursdays, there are free Latin dance lessons from 7-8 p.m., followed
by Latin dancing; and on Fridays, there are free Salsa lessons from
8:30-9 p.m., followed by Salsa dancing . . . for more information,
please click:
http://www.ilsoltuscangrill.com/

B. This past week, Cynthia and I celebrated the 4-year anniversary
of our first date (December 13, 2003) . . . we actually make it a point
to remember that event on the 13th of every month, in addition to our
actual wedding date of July 10, 2005 . . . and perhaps most importantly,
we like to recognize an equally significant date in our lives; i.e.,
whatever day we are blessed to be able to wake up and spend together.

MORE ON THE SUBJECT OF DATES (a correction):
In last week's issue, I mentioned that we are planning to retired after
Spring, 2008 . . . we won't be retiring until after Spring, 2009 . . . so
that's either wishful thinking on my part or a typo . . . the latter might
well be the case, given what I've said in the past . . . I'm an
enthusiastic typist, but not a very akkkkkurate one.

Also, THANKS to the many readers who pointed out the above and
other typos I make all too frequently . . . I appreciate your pointing
them out to me, in that it shows me you're reading this missive . . . and
it enables me to make corrections on the copy that eventually gets put
into the archives of my website.

C. Like everybody, we have our share of dreams . . . we try to remember
them, so we can then share them with each other when we awake . . . I'm
not as big as Cynthia is on interpreting my dreams; rather, I prefer to just
tell them to her and then let them go.

That said, there was one recent dream I had that somehow has stuck
with me . . . and I'd like to share it, in that there seems to be a
message in it.

The dream had the two of us going to play tennis at the invitation
of Donald Trump . . . when we got there, we were told that there
would be a charge . . . I was outraged and had us storm
away . . . afterwards, I was upset with myself because I didn't give
Trump the chance to explain; e.g., maybe he would have told us that
what we were paying was to be used as a donation to a worthwhile
charity . . . also, I failed to remember what I frequently teach:
1) Everything is negotiable; and 2) Always let the other person set
the interest, so long as you can negotiate the terms . . . in this
situation, if I had to pay $1,000 to play, that might have been fine
had I been allowed to send-in $1/month for the next 1,000 months.

I got out of the dream that it was a "teaching moment" for me,
as well as for you . . .  that we all need to hold our temper! 

D. KUDOS to Pat in Pennsylvania, aka Pat Hannigan, for attaining
his Masters in Professional Communication from LaSalle
University . . . Pat is a former student and longtime friend
who, also, is one fine amateur photographer . . . he took the pictures
at our wedding and is slated to do the same at Risa's wedding on
October 18 . . . if you'd like to speak to him about doing similar work
for you, he can be reached by phone at 215.968.1615 or via email:
pat.hannigan@verizon.net.


***** BLAINESWORLD BEST AWARD *****
This week, it goes to Lynn Kalix--a computer technician at Bucks
County Community College . . . he has helped me numerous times
at the College, but also just recently with my computers at home.

He is extremely knowledgeable about getting them to work better,
increasing hard drive capacity, moving data, networking, etc. . . . should
you want to contact him for help outside of the College, your best bet is
his cell number: 215.310.8502.

And BELATED CONGRATULATIONS to Lynn and his wife Christina
on the birth of Jessica Lynn, their first child. 

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2. FYI

People who act as leaders care less about the impressions they
make than the influence they exert on others to take positive action.
Effective leaders know what they want to accomplish with every
conversation they have, every e-mail phone call, or speech.

When they communicate, they "begin with the end in mind." Ask
yourself,  What do I want the person I'm communicating with to
think, feel, and do when I'm done? . . . 

Too many communicate without a clear call to action. Every e-mail,
phone call, voice mail, conversation, or speech should conclude with
a request for action, with a "Let's do it." Let's move forward, take the
next step, get involved, play our part, et cetera.

Jeff Salzman, a cofounder with Jimmy Calano of the training company
CareerTrack, concludes his negotiations by asking. "Do I have your
word on that?" It's a good technique to ensure commitment from
others. Most people take the act of giving their word very seriously.
If they are hesitant or reluctant, it will come to the surface at that point.

SOURCE:
YOU DON'T NEED A TITLE TO BE A LEADER (see also Sections
4C, 10 and 11) by Mark Sanborn

FYI, part 2

* Ken in New York (my brother) wrote to share this about his wife
(my sister-in-law):
Last October, LaVelle was honored at LIM, a marketing
college . . . thought you might want to see:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDX63qTjBK0

Make sure you view with your sound on to hear the accompanying
song.

* Barbara in Pennsylvania:
Here’s an additional thought to piggy-back onto the suggestion from
Donna in New Jersey . . . include in your cellphone contact list:
ICE (in case of emergency) with a telephone number. 

I have several phone numbers at the top of my address book that
can be called in an emergency: Doctor, Husband’s cell, Home, Sister.
How do I know they're at the top of the address book? Each one
starts with AAA, then the relationship, then the name (e.g., AAA
Husband Charles cell). In case of emergency, it gives the responder
several alternatives. Why do I use AAA? To be sure they're at the top
of the list. Where do I put the American Auto Assn. emergency
number (generally referred to as “AAA”)? “Auto Club”

* Sandy in Oregon:
Loved the article on Motivation . . . as you know I am a theatre
director and the most important part of working with actors is
to get them motivated . . . in my many years of experience, what
I have found works best is to encourage of course, but to also
acknowledge their talents and to always make sure to thank them
for the time and effort they are putting forth . . . the most successful
motivational tool for anyone is to feel that their work is appreciated,
and it is amazing what a simple "thank you" can do for someone's
self esteem.

* Carol in New Jersey:
Have you heard about this? It might be something good to share
with your readers:
http://www.closetheenronloophole.com/

* Lee in Pennsylvania:
My wife and I also had a great experience at Doc’s in Atlantic City.

In May 2005 we ate at Doc’s Seafood for our 5th anniversary. As we
were about to have a drink at the bar while waiting for a table, a very
nice older woman was standing by the bar. Being the gentleman I am,
I offered her the seat before I sat. After insisting several times, I was
convinced that she really enjoyed standing and she walked away.

I happened to catch a glimpse of the woman a few minutes later, and
she was pointing out things to some of the help. A few moments later,
she came back over to the bar area and I said to her, “It seems like
you are running the show here.” That’s when she introduced herself
as Mrs. Dougherty, the owner. We proceeded to have wonderful
conversation as she told me the history of the restaurant and how
her husband was the 2nd generation in the business. (He had passed
away a few years prior.) Her son was running the business now, and
they had also recently acquired the “Knife and Fork,” which is another
landmark in Atlantic City.

Mrs. Dougherty was a charming woman and really started our
evening out the right way. The meal that followed was tremendous.
If you are ever in the Atlantic City area, Doc’s is a must! 

* Kathy in Florida:
Well, I'm just more freakin' happy than I ever knew . . . seriously,
interesting test questions [on happiness quizzes from last
week] . . . they make you think about yourself.
 
By the way, great picture of Cynthia in the newsletter. She is
an attractive woman. 

* Arlene in Pennsylvania: 
As always, I enjoyed this issue of BLAINESWORLD--so much useful
information and opportunities to help that you always provide.
 
WOW! I am so impressed by Kevin Jameson! Although I've met Kevin
and was thrilled to have the opportunity do my Writing Your Life Stories
Workshop with his mother, Marjorie (one of the sweetest people I've
ever met), I had no idea that he was so talented.
 
I loved his rendition of Walkin' after Midnight, one of my favorite
Patsy Cline songs.
 
Just goes to show you, we don't really know the depth of people
we say we know.

IN CASE YOU MISSED THE ABOVE SONG:
Visit Kevin Jameson's website at:
http://www.kevinjameson.com

Toward the bottom, see a picture of a label for Ryman Records  . . . to
the right, you'll see what to click to hear Kevin.

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3. Strength

The strong young man at the construction site was
bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of
strength. He made a special case of making fun of
one of the older workmen.

After several minutes, the older worker had enough.
"Why don't you put your money where your mouth is,"
he said. "I will bet a week's wages that I can haul
something in a wheelbarrow over to that outbuilding
that you won't be able to wheel back."

"You're on, old man," the braggart replied. "Let's see
what you got."

The old man reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow
by the handles. Then, nodding to the young man, he said,
"All right. Get in."

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4. Reviews

A. STARTING OUT IN THE EVENING is a moving drama about a writer
struggling to finish what may well be his last novel . . . it features
a performance by Frank Langella that I feel deserves Oscar
consideration . . . I also liked the work of Lili Taylor as his
daughter . . . the dialogue is right on target, as is the
cinematography . . . rated PG-13.

B. ONCE is now out in DVD format . . . my review from
BLAINESWORLD #559 follows:

Loved ONCE, a musical tale about an Irish musician who
is playing for change when he meets an immigrant from the
Czech Republic . . . the two bond, musically, and they
also begin to develop a relationship of sorts . . . Glen Hansard   
and Marketa Irglova are perfect as the two leading characters . . . the
music is memorable, and the ending is as fine a one as
you'll ever see . . . rated R for some strange reason; there is
nothing here that couldn't and shouldn't be seen by any teenager.

IN RETROSPECT:
ONCE, so far, is my favorite film of this past year . . . the more
I listen to the music, the more I enjoy it . . . to see for yourself,
please click:
http://www.foxsearchlight.com/once/

Make sure your sound is on . . . you'll get to hear full versions of
many of the songs from the soundtrack.  

C. I was intrigued by Mark Sanborn's latest book, YOU DON'T NEED
A TITLE TO BE A LEADER, in part because of the title . . . it had
been a concept that I had thought about, but had never realized that
it could be put into practice . . . and quite easily, too.

Sanborn contends that we can each be a leader in our daily
lives . . . though the use of real examples involving both people
and companies, he actually shows how this can be done . . . such
as in the auto industry:

* At any Toyota plant, every employee on the line has the authority
and responsibility to shut down the line at any time they feel
necessary. Quality control and problem solving aren't left to the titled
managers. A woman who spots a problem is expected to lead by
calling attention to it rather than allowing it to slip through and become
an imperfection on a dealer's lot or owner's driveway.

He also gives very concrete suggestions on how to bring about
change; for example, in ourselves:

* Reading outside your area of expertise, or outside your comfort
zone, can stimulate your thinking, whether that means picking up
an interesting new book or thumbing through a new issue of
a magazine.

And I also liked his useful advice on how to choose the best person
to shine your shoes:

* As he worked, I commented on the quality of the shoe shines
I had gotten in other airports, mentioning how difficult it was
to gauge the kind of shoe shine I would get in places I hadn't been
in before. He looked up at me with astonishment. "It's easy to tell if
you're going to get a good shine," he told me. "Just look at the shoes
of the guy giving the shine. If they ain't fine, walk on by." I glanced
at his shoes; they literally shone. They were a walking billboard
proclaiming his competence.

In addition, YOU DON'T NEED A TITLE TO BE A LEADER contained
many insightful quotes, including this one:

* Sometimes being "good" isn't aiming high enough. As Erwin McManus,
the pastor of Mosaic Church in Los Angeles, "We spend so much time
worrying about our kids being good-not breaking the rules, getting into
trouble, and basically behaving-that we often forget to invite them to
be great."

This is a short book, but it is one that will get you thinking--long beyond
the time that you put it down.

D. Heard the CD version of IF YOU WERE A BUSINESS, WOULD
WOULD YOU INVEST IN IT? by John Eckblad and David Kiel.

This is a useful guide to making your life happier
and more productive . . . the authors contend that this
can be done by following 13 Life Business principles that
have worked in many successful businesses.

I liked the many exercises that were included, all of which
could be helpful to anybody wanting to determine
the patterns in his or her life . . . and then using this
information to plan for the future.

One particularly helpful suggestion was to keep in mind that
"management is doing things right, while strategy is doing the
right thing" . . . so the key is to do the right thing as you ask
contemplate this question: What new commitments will bring
more joy into your life?

The information in IF YOUR LIFE might sound basic, but it
is something that needs to be thought about--over and over.

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5. TV alert

A. Sheryl Crow , James Blunt, pop and R&B star Fergie, sister pop
singers Karmina, Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriting legend
Carole King and Grammy and ACM Award-winning country superstar
Reba McEntire. David Krumholtz are among the performers on A HOME
FOR THE HOLIDAYS, the ninth annual concert raising awareness for
adoption . . . Friday at 8 p.m. on CBC.

B. I'm looking forward to Tom Hanks' new film, CHARLIE WILSON'S
WAR, which opens this coming weekend . . . to learn the TRUE STORY
OF CHARLIE WILSON, the Texas congressman who attempted
to assist the CIA in helping Afghanistan in its 1980s battle against the
Soviet invasion, watch the two-hour profile on HISTORY on Saturday
at 8 p.m.

C. Questions about the meaning of life are posed to 12 of the world's
most influential religious and spiritual leaders, including Pope Benedict
XVI and the Dalai Lama on IN GOD'S NAME . . . Sunday at 9 p.m.
on CBS.

D. And Walt in New Jersey suggests that you add this show (his
favorite) to your upcoming list of shows to watch:

THE WIRE: The Final Season Premieres January 6 at 9 p.m. on HBO.

One of television's most critically acclaimed drama series returns
for its fifth and final season.

It centers on the media's role in addressing--or failing to address--the
fundamental political, economic and social realities depicted over
the course of the series, while also resolving storylines of the numerous
characters woven throughout the narrative arc of the show.

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6. Family decision

One day, after a man had his annual physical, the doctor
came out and said,  "You had a great checkup. Is there
anything that you'd like to ask me?"

"Well," he said, "I was thinking about getting a vasectomy."

"That's a damn big decision. Have you talked it over with
your family?"

"Yeah, and they're in favor . . . 11 to 2."

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7. Websites

A. If you like to read books, please click:
http://www.Dailylit.com

This is an excellent website that gives you the chance to both purchase
and read well known books through email. There are thousands of famous
books that can be bought from this website. All of the them are organized
by category.

B. Sue in Pennsylvania:
This is kind of cheesy, but I like it nonetheless . . . it reminds me of
your positive attitude . . . and the music is from 2 of my favorites: Willie
Nelson and Patsy Cline.
 
Click on this link:
http://www.allright.com/Poems/TOLRailway/TOL.htm

This is beautiful. Turn on your speakers!

C. BLAINESWORLD, the website, remains up and running . . . to view
it, please click:
http://www.blainesworld.net

If you've ever wondered how many others have viewed my website, see
the counter to the bottom left . . . I do believe you'll be impressed!

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8. Computer tip
 
THANKS to Joan in Pennsylvania for providing this information:
Have you ever lost your flash drive?  Maybe you have the same flash
drive as other people you work with?  Or do you have too many “drives”
on your computer and you don't know which one you just plugged in?

Here is a solution that gives your flash drive a name, so that you can
better identify YOUR drive.

I changed the name of my flash drive from the generic “D” (or F, G, etc.)  
to my username--and you can do the same.  This is accomplished by  
the following steps:

1. Insert flash drive into the USB port.

2. After it loads go to My Computer.

3. Right-click the flash drive and select Rename.

4. Rename the flash drive with your name or if you have multiple flash
drives that you use, add an additional identifier.

When someone finds your flash drive because you left it in the computer
again, there will now be a unique identifier. 

MY TWO CENTS:
Joan, a longtime friend and teaching colleague of mine, is one of several
talented professors who teach such ideas via this approach that
you may wish to consider:

Learn Software the TOTAL Way!

Take a new approach to learning—one that works for you!  If you have ever
wanted to learn a particular software program, but the schedule or setting
never seemed right, Bucks County Community College's open entry/open
exit program is just for you! 

A variety of computer applications, such as keyboarding skills, Windows,
Searching the Web, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,
Publisher, and WordPerfect, are offered in the TOTAL (Technology Office
Training Access Learning) Lab. You will work at mastering the software
you choose to learn at your own pace in a comfortable environment. If you
need help, an instructor will be there to help you at any point along the
way.  All courses are offered every semester. There is no minimum
number of students necessary. If you wish to work from home on your
assignments, you may do so. You are required to be on campus only
for an orientation and testing. 

Courses in the TOTAL Lab are open to everyone—even if you have never
taken a class at Bucks.  Current students may also use these classes
toward elective requirements.

For more information, call 215.968.8227 or go to:
http://www.bucks.edu/total

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9. Memo from Santa

I regret to inform you that, effective immediately, I will no longer serve
Georgia, Florida, West Virginia , Virginia, North and South Carolina,
Tennessee, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana,
Arkansas or Alabama, an area also known as Dixie, on Christmas Eve.

Due to the overwhelming current population of the earth, my contract was
renegotiated by North American Fairies and Elves Local 209. As part of
the new and better contract, I also get longer breaks for milk and cookies
so keep that in mind. However, I'm certain that your children will be in
good hands with your local replacement, who happens to be my third
cousin, Bubba Claus. His side of the family is from the South Pole. He
shares my goal of delivering toys to all the good boys and girls;
however, there are a few differences between us.

Differences such as: 
1. There is no danger of the Grinch stealing your presents from Bubba
Claus. He has a gun rack on his sleigh and a bumper sticker that
reads: "These toys insured by Smith and Wesson."

2. Instead of milk and cookies, Bubba Claus prefers that children leave
RC cola (Mountain Dew is ok, too) and pork rinds (or a moon pie) on
the fireplace. And Bubba doesn't smoke a pipe. He dips a little snuff,
so please have an empty spit can handy.

3. Bubba Claus' sleigh is pulled by floppy-eared, flyin' coon dogs
instead of reindeer.  I made the mistake of loaning him a couple of my
reindeer one time, and Blitzen's head now overlooks Bubba's fireplace.

4. You won't hear "On Comet, on Cupid, on Donner, and Blitzen..."
when Bubba Claus arrives.  Instead, you'll hear, "On Earnhardt, on
Andretti, on Martin, on Petty."

5. "Ho, Ho, Ho" has been replaced by "Yee Haw."  And you also
are likely to hear Bubba's elves respond, "I her'd dat."

6. As required by Southern highway laws, Bubba Claus' sleigh
has a Yosemite Sam safety triangle on the back with the words
"Back Off."

7. The usual Christmas movie classics such as "Miracle on 34th
Street" and "It's a Wonderful Life" will not be shown in your negotiated
viewing area.  Instead, you'll see "Boss Hogg Saves Christmas" and
"Smokey and the Bandit IV" featuring Burt Reynolds as Bubba Claus
and dozens of state patrol cars crashing into each other.

And finally:
8. Bubba Claus doesn't wear a belt.  If I were you, I'd make sure the
wife and the kids turn the other way when he bends over to put presents
under the tree.

Sincerely yours,
S. Claus

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10. A quote I like

In my experience, the marks in life we leave-our legacies-are most often
left not in stone and steel in history and politics, or poetry and literature,
but in the lives of other people.--Mark Sanborn, author of YOU DON'T
NEED A TITLE TO BE A LEADER (see also Sections 2, 4C and 11)

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11. Thought for the day 

You can tell I REALLY liked YOU DON'T NEED A TITLE TO BE
A LEADER (see also Sections 2, 4C and 10) by Mark Sanborn
by the fact that the following passage is the fourth time I have cited
it in this week's newsletter:

While he was at Johnson Wax, Sam [Preston, who retired from S. C.
Johnson Wax after many years of service as an executive vice
president] used to make it a point to send handwritten notes
when he noticed somebody doing something that merited
recognition. The note would say, "Congratulations on a job
well done," with the letters "DWD" scrawled across the top,
DWD stood for "damned well done." When he retired, the
company held a retirement party for him. He was amazed
at the number of people who lined up clutching wrinkled yellow pieces
of paper, fifteen years old, with "DWD" scrawled across the top. That
little act of recognition and appreciation meant so much to the people
under him that they kept those notes all those years. An insignificant
act with a significant outcome. The lesson: It's important to make
people feel appreciated. It's even more important to let people know
that there is someone who believes in them so much that he or she
will not let them be less than they can be.

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12. Advance planning department

A. Tom in Pennsylvania:
For those of you who wanted to hear my new piano partner, Carolyn
Rockwell, we will be singing Christmas songs at the new Starbucks
store at the Oxford Valley Mall from 5 to 7 this Wednesday the 19th.

This is a friends and family event. So just tell them you are a friend! 

NOTE:
For more information about Tom, one of my favorite local actors,
please click:
http://www.actorr.com

B. If you're still looking for a great holiday gift for a loved one or
even yours truly (hint-hint), consider this email from a company
I use and personally can recommend:

This season give the gift of Success to people, who are important in
your life, family, friends, and co-workers; i.e., a CD program such as:

Winning--It's All in Your Head by Denis Waitley       
Coyote Power by Joe Weldon      
Sales Success by Ron White
 
25% off regular prices of any title/memberships.

Call for your 25% off 1.800.735.3660 or if you need help picking out
the good titles. Ask for my friend Paul. Offer runs through Christmas,
but delivery may be afterwards. (You can always leave a note with
information about your gift.)

For more information, please click:
http://www.www.achievementlibrary.com

C. Here's another great gift idea from Bentley in New Jersey . . . I've
dealt with him in the past and have been impressed with his
attention to details, as well as with the idea behind his company.

Get a Jumpstart on Your Fitness New Year's Resolutions with
BeneFit Personal Training!

Start working on your fitness, wellness and weight loss goals now
with your very own in-home personal trainer. Your BeneFit personal
trainer will bring your workouts to you, at your convenience. We'll
make sure you exercise correctly and consistently enough to reach
all of your fitness goals once and for all.

ONE FREE SESSION! Call us today to get one free session with
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D. Cindy in Pennsylvania:
RHYTHM OF THE EARTH presents
A  TWO DAY MEN AND WOMEN DRUM BIRTHING,
with SNAKE DANCER
January 12, 2008 AND January 19, 2008

A drum is a powerful shamanic tool, which can be used for healing,
honoring Spirit, clearing and generating energy.  During this TWO DAY
WORKSHOP, we will create a sacred space where we may discover
our intention in bringing this drum into being. Using the shamanic
technique of Journeying, "Birth Mothers AND Fathers" will learn from
Spirit how to deliver their drums into form.  

If you wish, you may bring sacred objects to place on the alter and/or
special feathers or beads which call to you to use in decorating
or dressing your new baby. All materials for creating your drum
and a beater will be provided.

RETREAT TIME AND PLACE:   Each day will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp.
and end at approximately 5:00 p.m. on the 12th and approximately 8 p.m.
on the 19th. (Remember, in the sacred realm, time is elastic.) Please eat
a light breakfast before arriving and bring your own lunch both days and
a potluck dish for dinner on the 19th. Snacks and tea will be provided. 

We will have a celebration on the last evening to honor our new beings. 
The workshop will be held at Cyndy's home, which overlooks the
stunning vistas of the White Clay Creek Preserve in Landenberg, PA.

ABOUT THE TEACHER: Cyndy "Snake Dancer" received her name
from Spirit in a profound Vision Quest experience. Snake is a powerful
healing metaphor in both Native American and western medicine
traditions. Cyndy is of Muscogee Creek and Choctaw heritage and is
a Council member of the Buffalo Trace Society. She has completed
a several year, initiatory apprenticeship with an incredible Cherokee
medicine woman and studied extensively with a master drummer
and numerous healers. 

TO REGISTER:  Call Cyndy at 610.274.3109 or email:
snakdancr@aol.com.

COST:  $300.00, which includes all materials to make a 16"
round, Sacred Medicine Wheel Drum, with an elk skin head,
maple frame, and a beater. A $100.00 deposit is due January 7.

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PS. To all my Muslim friends and readers, Eid Mubarak . . . this
means "may you enjoy a blessed festival," and it refers to Eid
ah-Adha, a holiday which starts on the 10th day of the month
of Zhul Hijja of the lunar Islamic calendar . . . this year, it begins
on Wednesday.

During this time, Muslims commemorate the act of worship and
the act of devotion that prophet Abraham performed long ago . . . for
more information, please click:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eid_Mubarak

Also, don't forget to bundle up . . . winter begins on Saturday.

And please join me in praying that we soon get our remaining soldiers
back from Iraq and that peace resumes in Israel . . . make it a great
week, too!

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