Today I took my daughter to see a beautiful film called Moana. What I Loved most about this film was the portrayal of the journey we all are given to honor the voice within. I loved and related to Moana as she struggled with wanting to please her family and live up to their expectations for her life, and yet she could not silence the voice within constantly calling to her. I feel we can all relate to this in our own way. Perhaps at times we have lost ourselves in the pursuit of pleasing others, especially our family.
What I have learned so far in my life, is that having the courage to listen to that voice within makes All the difference. There were times in my life when I suffered greatly, and these were always…
Blessings Soul Family, I am Inspired to share some important understanding in regards to Being a Conscious Creator versus an Unconsious Creator. Enjoy!
All distortion and drama requires our participation in order to exist. The first stage of drama begins within the mind of the individual.The egoic distorted chatter begins and the Higher Self Awareness observes it. The human self either unconsiously loses themselves in their own distortion that the mind is feeding it or they observe the chatter and recognize that the chatter is Not who they are and they turn their attention to the Stillness and Clarity of Higher Self.
It is Always within our own power to feed our wounded distorted ego or to rise higher in awareness and Vibrational Reality.
The second stage of drama is when one or more humans interact with one another…
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Day 180 of 365 Days of Mindfulness Mastery by Tawnya Love
It is Always, let me repeat Always wise to live in the energy of Self Love. Sometimes this choice may cost you things, people or titles. Know this…if things, people or titles fall away because you chose to care for yourself then life is blessing you by clearing old energy out of your life. Not punishing you.
What I observe so many humans doing is either not living in the energy of Self Love, or deciding it’s time to live with Self Love only to see that certain energies are trying to fall way. Often these people will quickly judge themselves or the situation as bad and soon after they take that familiar slide down the slippery slope of uncertainty and self loathing. In essence they once again bail on Self Love and go back to…
Day 179 of 365 days of Mindfulness Mastery by Tawnya Love
Blessings Beloved Soul Family
I woke up from a beautiful dream time experience in which many interested humans had gathered around to ask me questions about the benefits of receiving Angelic Auric Clearing and Activation.
I was answering all of these questions in the most efficient way to help them understand how an Auric Clearing works and why it increases Soul efficiency and empowerment here in the physical realm. How it lengthens and strengthens the life and longevity of our physical form the body. As well as assisting us with access to our Soul and higher intelligence through our mind the mother board.
When we understand the higher truth, that we are Eternal Soul’s that have chosen our physical form/shell as a tool for our Soul’s mission, purpose and agenda and that we have a mother…
Trapani represents a starting point of exceptional beauty to discover the whole Sicilian side that from Palermo reaches the southernmost portion of the island. On the extreme western tip of Sicily, lying on a spit of land that runs along the Mediterranean with an arched shape that recalls a sickle, is the City of Trapani. The myth envelops this land in every corner and even Trapani has a very special ancient legend that tells of its birth.
It is said that Ceres, goddess of wheat and crops, lost a scythe while he was on a winged chariot in search of his daughter Proserpina kidnapped by Pluto; the sickle fell on the earth, thus generating an area of arched shape that took the name of Drepanon, precisely sickle in ancient Greek. But the popular tradition also tells of another legend linked to the birth of the city, namely that according to which the current shape of the Gulf of Trapani would be due to a sickle falling into the sea at Saturn after castrating his father Uranus. But beyond the myth, the origins of Trapani really sink their roots into a past full of life, history and glory. The tourist who for the first time finds himself entering this wonderful city, finds confirmation in every corner of what I have just said!
The small colony founded by the ancient people of the Elimi, in the area that corresponds to the district of San Pietro, becomes a very important center of commerce of the whole Mediterranean under the domination of the Phoenicians. The sea has always been the soul and the strength of this land, so much so as to make it a source of attraction over the centuries for many populations, in particular for the Arabs. More than 1000 years ago a culture and a distant world invade this area of Sicily, influencing and shaping it in architecture, language, art and everyday life, up to making cities like Trapani unique and very different from those of the rest of the island.
The spicy aromas of the Trapani cuisine are today one of the most delicious testimonies of the Arab influences of this city: from couscous, chickpeas made from chickpea flour, almond based desserts. Spending a few days in the area is like taking small samples of a distant world: Africa is really close. Trapani is in fact the Sicilian province closest to the African continent, and here I assure you that the sun beats really hard!
A tour of the historic center starting from the port area, between Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Piazza Umberto I, offers the tourist who enters the city the chance to discover prestigious buildings and ancient churches, which have made the history of this city, stairways and almost hidden passages towards the beach, intertwined lanes and glimpses of the sea among the old buildings of a disarming beauty. Walking along the walls illuminated by the lights of the sunset, just behind the historic center, with the Egadi Islands just a stone’s throw away, and the endless sea in front, is an experience worth trying at least once in your life!
While if you have a dispassionate and understandable desire to dive into the waters of the Trapani coast, do it: Trapani is one of the few cities in Italy that boasts clean, very long beaches and crystal clear water that breaks on a marvelous rose-dyed shore. due to the presence of coral fragments in the sand.
We have friends who make a trip to the Cayman Islands every year. They love it. The big attraction to them is Seven Mile Beach. Having been there several times myself, I can tell you it is very impressive — all that warm, white sand that goes on for miles and miles. There’s nothing like that gorgeous shade of blue unique to the Caribbean — and the Caymans are no exception.
But Grand Cayman has so much more than the perfect beach getaway. It’s noted for its Scuba diving and snorkeling also – and no wonder. The Cayman Islands are surrounded by the second largest coral reef in the world. The underwater sights are unbelievable. We did some snorkeling and I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences of my life. The colors were incredible – and such a wide variety of fish and other underwater life! I’ve been told that for the really serious scuba divers, Little Cayman is the place to go. Another advantage to that is it’s less crowded.
The crowds are the one drawback to the Cayman Islands. It’s a very popular cruise ship port. Been there; done that. I remember one day counting seven other ships in port the same day as ours! You can imagine the crowds that are dumped into the downtown section of Georgetown (Grand Cayman’s main town)! It can be a bit overwhelming. But we had made arrangements in advance to ditch the crowds. Our transportation was already waiting to sweep us off to the other side of the island for an excursion to Sting Ray City.
Sting Ray City. What an experience! And, yes – you should go. There is a shallow area several miles offshore – it requires a boat to reach it. We went with one of the excursion catamarans. Sting Ray City far exceeded our expectations. The water is shallow enough to stand up (if you’re not a shorty like me; I wore a life preserver so I wouldn’t have to tread water!). The sting rays are very tame, having been exposed to humans their whole lives. They’ll swim right up to you in hopes of a handout or two.
Our tour guide helped each of us hold one and feed them. They suck the food in like a vacuum cleaner – it feels funny, but they’re very friendly. There are hundreds of them swarming around you all at once. They look like huge birds in flight – only under water. That, and the perfectly sunny day, and our personable companions — crew and passengers alike — made for a perfect day and a memorable experience for our whole family.
Grand Cayman also boasts a turtle farm that is a popular tourist destination. There’s also a strange rock formation that goes by the name “Hell.” It actually has a post office there so you can send your friends back home a “postcard from Hell” (with the postmark to prove it!). Yeah, I know. Gimmicky. But I have to say, the rock formation was really unusual. It kind of looked like a lava bed with deep crevices.
There’s also parasailing and shopping, and good eats to be had. All in all, the Cayman Islands was a fun place to visit.
Las Vegas is one of those places that everyone should visit before they die. There is so much to do, not only in Vegas itself but also the surrounding area. Everyone who visits usually stays in one of the casino hotels, so that side of the city is unavoidable, but there are a number of hidden gems that most visitors miss. With so much competition in this city you can find a lot of bargains when looking for somewhere to stay, with some of the hotel casinos only charging around $20 a night. Although the list of things to do in Las Vegas can go into the hundreds, below you will find some of the best ones.
Red Rock Canyon
If you have hired a car then Red Rock Canyon is only about a 30 minute drive outside Las Vegas, otherwise ask your hotel to arrange a trip for you. The scenery in this canyon is amazing, and the rock colors cover shades from yellow to red, and black to light gray, making a great contrast on a day with clear blue skies. There are many walks in this area, but make sure you take some food and water, especially if it is mid-afternoon. Be prepared to spend at least half a day, although the location is so beautiful and peaceful you may wish to spend the whole day there.
Enjoy A Gondola At The Venetian
Regardless of where you are staying in Las Vegas you must visit the Venetian. The inside is amazing and they have constructed the shops and canals as they are in Venice, it is a great place for those romantic moments.
The Bellagio Fountains
These are well-known through the world and are impressive enough during the daytime, but for that extra bit of beauty then make sure you see them at night when they are lit up in various colors. You will be completely mesmerized by this fountain show.
Hoover Dam
There are a lot of trips going to the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead so ask at the hotel reception and they will arrange it for you. This structure is an amazing piece of human engineering, and standing on it looking down towards the bottom is quite staggering and may even make you feel a little queasy. Lake Mead is also an interesting place, and is a massive man-made lake.
Stratosphere
This hotel has been around for a while but for the ultimate photo shots of Vegas you have to go to the top of the tower, it also has a fantastic restaurant, but for that little bit of strange, it has some rides available, one of which tips you over the edge of the tower. Then there is the new Stratosphere SkyJump which means you can jump off the tower and fall towards The Strip in a controlled decent, and that has to be one of the most exhilarating experiences you will ever have in your life.
Are you looking for a fun getaway this week-end? If so, may I make a suggestion? If you live anywhere within driving distance of Illinois, a trip to the “Land of Lincoln” will be not only educational but great fun as well.
Springfield, Illinois is in the heart of Lincoln country. Springfield is where Abraham Lincoln bought a home (the only home he ever owned) and carried on his law practice (you can visit his law office). It is also the city where he and Mary Todd Lincoln started their family and spent many happy and contented years.
Many of the famous Lincoln heritage sites have been preserved and are open for visitors. Let’s just run through a few of the more popular Lincoln sites in and around Springfield.
The Lincoln Home
Located at 8th and Jackson Streets, the Lincoln home has been preserved as part of an eight block historic district. You can actually tour the house where Abraham Lincoln lived between the years of 1844 to 1861. He was living here when he learned he was the winner of the Republican nomination to run for the office of President of the United States. This is also the home he left when he traveled to Washington, and into history, as the nation’s 16th president.
Many of the furnishings in the Lincoln home are either antiques from the period or have been lovingly designed to look exactly like the Lincoln’s furnishings.
The Train Depot & Lincoln’s Farewell Address
When Lincoln left Springfield on his his inaugural journey to the White House, he first gave his famous farewell address in which he acknowledged his many Springfield friends and neighbors. This emotional speech has become one of Lincoln’s most famous and was delivered at the train depot prior to boarding his train. The site of the depot has been restored and includes a public exhibit area.
New Salem, Illinois
New Salem is the small village where Lincoln lived in the 1830s. The village has been historically recreated and you can walk through the town, and visit the homes and businesses known to Lincoln lived as a young, single man in his 20s.
The village is located just a few miles from Springfield. Choose a guided tour or just leisurely spend the day wandering through all the homesteads while listening to the village citizens tell stories of the young Lincoln.
The Lincoln Museum
Opened in 2007, the Lincoln Museum has many inspiring exhibits from Lincoln’s life. Visitors are impressed by all of the Lincoln exhibits and artifacts, including a rotating exhibit of the most valuable treasures related to the life of Abraham Lincoln.
When you visit the museum you will also feel the modern touch of the 21st century, including many multimedia exhibits. Don’t miss the eye-popping show called “Ghosts of the Library” that incorporates an unbelievable effect called Holavision.
If you want a really inspirational week-end, why not head out to Springfield, Illinois? There you will be able to visit all the well known sites in the “Land of Lincoln?
If you have decided to create a website to market your product or affiliate products, you need to have a little understanding of what web design is all about. Many people think that you simply throw up a website and it is ready to go. Of course, there are many cookie cutter sites available that you can download for free. But if you want to actually make money with your website, understanding web design techniques that actually work can help increase your bottom line and make sales for you day after day. In this article, we will talk about web design tips, basic strategies that can help you make more money with your online business venture.
The first thing that you need to do with your website is to make it as simple as possible. It’s no longer possible to add as many flashy graphics as you want and get people to click on all of your links with the hope that they will actually buy something. What needs to be done on your website is presenting a design that focuses the visitor on the one thing that you are trying to sell them. This simplicity will make it possible for you to lure in and focus your visitor toward taking action in a specific way. Whether you want them to sign up becoming a lead, or purchase a product that you have for sale, by using simple design redirectional techniques, you can begin to increase your online revenue with a few simple adjustments.
Web design also needs to convey professionalism. So instead of having large gaudy looking banners, and backgrounds that hurt your eyes, you need to create a website that has a specific intention, that is not to glamorous, but also easy on the eyes. By making your website appear to be done by a professional, even if you are doing the work yourself, you will inspire the confidence of the visitor, and they will probably take action which may lead to a sign-up or a sale.
Finally, web design needs to incorporate fast loading pages. Although this is primarily in the area of HTML, it is necessary to limit the amount of graphics that you are using, and also the size of the graphics, so that your website is able to load as fast as possible. If your website can load quickly, it is less likely that the visitor will click away, and a higher probability that you will make a sale on the product or service that you are offering.
These tips should guide you in the right direction if you are thinking about doing your own web design for your website. Even if you are hiring someone else, you can ask them to conform to the tips presented in order to increase the possibility of making sales with your websites. Basically, web design comes down to understanding what needs to be done, implementing it, testing it, and revising your website or blog based upon the results that you achieve.
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