Card of Thanks

January 1, 2006

On this first day of 2006, I would like to take a moment and thank those folks who make it possible for me to keep on doing the work I love to do.

My dad used to say you are measured by the people you choose to surround yourself with and who you know. If that saying is true, I know I am in the presence of greatness! I would like to thank some folks who have and continue to make a huge impact on my life.

First, I need to give thanks for all of the beautiful and powerful women I am blessed to call sisters and friends. I can always count on y’all to cheer me up when I am down and set me straight when I need it. Each one of you is a treasure, unique and beautiful in your own way. I am honored and proud to call you my friend and my sister. Thank you for your advice, your wisdom, your friendship, your tears, your laughter and above all “keepin’ it real”! I love and appreciate each one of you.

To my husband Nate with whom I share my life with. Thank you for doing all of the things you do- all of the behind the scenes work of designing and programming the site, the creation of marketing and PR materials for me, and all of the other little things you do and for rolling with everything as we evolve. I am so grateful for your patience and your strength. Thank you for holding the vision of “Phoenix” and reminding me of it when I veered off course or when I could not see it for myself. “Phoenix” is my vision brought to reality. I could not have done it without you. I am blessed and honored to share this earth walk with you.


And finally -

To my clients, past and present, my deepest thanks to you for allowing me to be a part of your spiritual journey. I am humbled and filled with gratitude to know each one of you. May you be blessed beyond measure in the coming year.

Thank you for helping me to continue to live my dream!

Creation

"The very act of creating inspires us to create. If we do not create, we will not be inspired. Inspiration is the effect. Willingness and application are the cause. "

Rhonda Britten Excerpt from "Change Your Life in 30 Days"
Founder of the Fearless Living Institute

Truth...

"When you are willing to be truthful, you can change the way you think. Making things up only keeps you stuck in your fears and frustrations. It gives no answers but instead shuts the door to your future, whether that includes a new job, a new love, or a new you. "

Rhonda Britten Excerpt from "Change Your Life in 30 Days"
Founder of the Fearless Living Institute[/quote]

Hurricane Help...

We continue to offer our prayers and support to all those who have been effected by Hurricane Katrina. I encourage everyone to donate whatever they can—be it financial resources, prayers, energies or volunteering to help those folks in need. This is a time when we are being asked to reach out to our American family members offering compassion, support and above all, hope.

Below, you will find a link to the American Red Cross to make a cash donation. There is immediate need for large amounts of basic necessities: food, water, blankets and medical supplies your donation will help to purchase.

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http://www.hoseafeedthehungry.com/Katrina.htm
Currently we are in dire need of the following supplies to assist in our efforts in helping victims:

- Canned Meats
- Soups
- Pasta and Rice
- Peanut Butter and Jelly
- Cereals
- Baby Formula
- Baby Diapers
- Toiletries of all types
- First Aid Kits
- The list is expected to grow!

Volunteer Needs: Telemarketers to call for Donations, Food Solicitation, Volunteers who can offer shelter in their homes, Church Solicitation, General Office Tasking at our location, Fork Lift Operators, Car / Van / Truck Delivery, Council or Minister to Victims Shelter Services, Volunteer Coordination

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The devastation from hurricane Katrina is heart-breaking. With water supplies running out and shelters bursting at the seams, people in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida need somewhere safe to go. But relief workers are struggling to find adequate housing for the one million people who've had to evacuate their homes. Because you live in the region, you could do a lot to alleviate this crisis by opening your home. Do you have an extra room, bed or couch where someone could stay? Post whatever you can offer at:

http://www.hurricanehousing.org/index2.html?id=5952-2028481-2kx9v.HuubXjTKtIRJuHYg&t=2

For the folks in Houston who have been evacuated there:

http://www.click2houston.com/news/4915332/detail.html

American Red Cross Shelters Accepting Donations:
Items Needed: Food and drinks, Clothing, Disposable diapers, Games and toys, Sheets and blankets, Monetary donations. Drop-off Locations:
Spring Tabernacle Church, 3031 F.M. 2920, Spring; (281) 353-1851 (zip 77388-3430)

Memorial Baptist Church, 600 W. Sterling, Baytown (zip 77520-4553)
St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 6005 N, Wayside Drive, Houston (zip 77208-4463)

Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market Street, Baytown (zip 77520-6204)
Moody Methodist Church, 2803 53rd Street, Galveston (zip 77551-5914)

The Houston Food Bank, 3811 Eastex Freeway, is in need of the following items to help Katrina victims. For more information, call (713) 223-3700. Paper goods such as plates, cups, diapers and tissue; Cleaning supplies, such as bleach, Top Job, Mr. Clean; Bottled water (no glass containers); Single serving snacks such as Pop-Tarts and cereal bars; Peanut butter; Heat and eat foods such as chili, stew, canned pasta with sauce and canned vegetables; Any other single serving foods that don't require refrigeration; MREs (Meals Ready To Eat); Baby formula; Personal hygiene products. (Houston Food Bank; 3811 Eastex Freeway; Houston, TX 77026-3213)

Other numbers to call:

Salvation Army: 800-725-2769
United Way: 800-272-4630
MercyCorps: 888-256-1900
Habitat for Humanity: 800-422-4828
USA Freedom Corps
America's Second Harvest: 800-771-2303


Think globally and act locally!!!

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