Support The Red Cross: Make a Blood Donation Appointment

This summer, blood donors and recipients have been graciously sharing their Red Cross stories with us. We've been awed by their response and humbled by their willingness to share and inspire others.

There are  many reasons why people choose to give their lifesaving blood. And far too many of them relate to their own personal need or that of a family member or friend.

The truth is, nearly everyone will know someone in their lifetime that needs a blood transfusion. Yet only 3 percent of the population actually gives. Why wait?

Right now, blood products are being distributed to area hospitals almost as quickly as donations are coming in. You can help ensure blood is on the shelves at local hospitals 

Please schedule your blood donation today. 

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Click HERE  To make An Appointment to Donate Blood!

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality™. Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. 

In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way. 

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Pennsylvania Hospital First To Treat "Internet Addiction"

A psychologist first coined the phrase "Internet addiction" in 1995, when the web was in its infancy. He meant it as a joke. But now, with the first hospital-based Internet addiction treatment center opening next week at the Behavioral Health Services at Bradford Regional Medical Center in Pennsylvania, Internet addiction is no longer considered a laughing matter.

The voluntary, 10-day in-patient treatment program will admit up to four people who have been diagnosed with severe Internet addiction. First, they'll undergo an extensive evaluation and a "digital detox" that prohibits phone, tablet or Internet use for at least 72 hours. Then they'll attend therapy sessions and educational seminars to help them get their Internet compulsion under control.



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Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality™. Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. 

In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way. 

PLEASE NOTE:  All artwork, unless otherwise specified, are the property of the individual artists themselves. The author of these blogs claims no ownership of the original artwork, but only of the sig tags created using said artwork. Each sig tag shown on these blogs include the appropriate copyright information of the Artists and the unique licensure for use.

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Selling Out? Or Just Marketing? Part 2 ~ Fast Bucks, Fame Monsters, Glory Seekers and Wrangling

What are you selling...exactly?    What is it that you want to bring to the world?  Why?  How much time and energy are you willing to put forth in doing it?  What are you willing to do to do what you want and enjoy?  Why?

Are you willing to forego any shortcuts in lieu of some actual hard work?  Are you willing, and most importantly...are you able?   Able to get focused, stay focused and go that extra mile?

So!  What is it you're selling again?  Exactly?  And why?

Do you have any  idea?   Time to get clear precious!    To help you along I'll ask you even more question. 

Are you looking to make a fast buck?  

Unless you live in the forest and  your name is Bambi, give it up.  Because there is No such animal as the "fast buck."    


But let's just say for argument sake that you were to make that "fast buck."  Guess what happens next?  Yep!  It fizzles out quicker than those cheap 4th of July sparklers you buy at some thrifty mart.  

Are you seeking fame and glory?

Like the "fast buck"  Fame & Glory  goes as quickly as it arrives.  Reason being, the public is  fickled beyond belief.    As soon as someone with a "shinier" presentation comes along, you're dropped like the proverbial hot potato.   

Are you wanting to reach more people?

Nice goal.  However, you will find yourself stretched to the breaking point.   Your client/customer is the most important person on earth.  And brother!  They know it too!    If you are unable to provide them the security of one-on-one interaction, then your best bet is to keep it down to a minimum.

While it's really super that you want to reach out and touch every single soul on the planet, it's not the best well thought idea.  Remember what I said about the public being beyond belief fickle?   Facing a population of disgruntled, unfulfilled, unsatisfied populace is never pretty.   All that you've worked for can sizzle out in a very short time if you don't hold up your end.

Not to mention, your message gets distorted in the process.  And too, there's one thing that most people overlook and that is...you will not resonate with everyone.       

Goals of reaching "everyone" may be a noble and lofty idea--it's just not the best idea.  

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Being honest with yourself is the first step.   Asking yourself questions like...

Do you have the stamina to tend to all the people you've reached personally?  Am I more interested in my clients as individuals or just how much I sell?  

And if you're being honest.  The answer is going to be:  You don't have the stamina it takes to handle thousands upon thousands of clients...personally.  In fact, if your goal is to reach the entire world and have thousands upon thousands of clients...you won't. 

Makes me tired just thinking about all those people needing and wanting my help! 

Your best bet is to keep it all down to a minimum.    Quality!  Not Quantity!  Still the way to go!



So here's a recap of this lesson:

CLARITY.  Be clear on the following:

• What you're Selling
• Your Intention(s)
• Your Goal(s)
• Your Strengths and Weaknesses
• Quality not Quantity

And above all else,  be honest with yourself!  

Coming Up:  Selling Out?  Or Just Marketing?  Part 3 ~ Universal Pick Up Lines And The Art Of K.I.S.S.ing

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality™. Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. 

In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way. 

PLEASE NOTE:  All artwork, unless otherwise specified, are the property of the individual artists themselves. The author of these blogs claims no ownership of the original artwork, but only of the sig tags created using said artwork. Each sig tag shown on these blogs include the appropriate copyright information of the Artists and the unique licensure for use.

Reproduction and copying of said work without proper authority is strictly prohibited




Unless otherwise specified, ALL articles on this Blogger are the property of Julia K. Cole.  The ZEN of Duct Tape™, it's name, teachings, modalities, and all excerpts; the nicknames The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape™,  The Duct Tape Diva™; Putting Reality Back Into Spirituality™, Reality back into Spirituality™ are the property and trade marks of Julia K. Cole and are protected under Copy Right Laws both here in the USA and Around The World.  

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MISSING TEENAGE GIRL IN LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY

UPDATE!

KAYLA IS HOME! 

SAFE & SOUND!

MISSING TEENAGE GIRL

LOUISVILLE METRO AREA
KENTUCKY


Kayla Morris  was last seen taking the bus to school last Friday (August 30, 2013)  


IMPORTANT

Kayla has a medical condition and is believed to be without her medications.    She NEEDS her medication to survive!

Please share her picture and information 

on 

All your Social Networks!

IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION  OF THE WHEREABOUTS OF KAYLA, PLEASE CONTACT THE LOUISVILLE METRO POLICE DEPARTMENT

(502) 574-LMPD (5673) 

or toll free at 1-866-649-4479

PLEASE HELP US FIND KAYLA! SHARE ON ALL YOUR SOCIAL INTERNET NETWORK!

A Louisville girl was last seen taking the bus to school last Friday (August 30, 2013)  

She has been missing for four days now, and her family is beginning to fear the worst.

Kayla has a medical condition and is believed to be without her medications.    

Please share her picture and information 
on 
All your Social Networks!

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National Bacon Day? OMG! BACON!!!!!!!

Here's something I didn't even know existed.  National Bacon Day!!!!  

Why am I ALWAYS the last to know these things??????!!!

Who would'a thunk it?    This is one for Bacon Lovers Everywhere!!!  Don't believe me?  Well Check it out for your self.  I stumbled across this on msnNOW.com   

Click HERE  or just copy and paste the URL below

http://now.msn.com/national-bacon-day-2013-photos-for-bacon-lovers

Afghan Kitten Reunites with American Soldier

An Afghan kitten strayed into the life of a soldier. When they locked eyes on each other, he knew he had to help bring her home to America.

“Somewhere in the middle of in all this little Kitty came up to me one day. She was not like the other strays. It was as though she was trying to say something. Not giving it much thought I reached down and picked her up. I took her to my room and feed her some of the cat food I’d ask for months ago. We visited for at least 2 hours,” the soldier wrote.

He then sought help from Nowzad, a charity that helps rescue animals in the Afghanistan area.

“On Ms Kitty’s last visit, I entertained her for over 3 hours. She convinced me she was ready to go and off she went. When she showed up the next mourning I knew it was meant to be. Everyone in my platoon knows of Ms Kitty… She gave companionship no human could understand and now I want to take her home to America.”

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