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Brandon and Jenna's Mom, a spiritual entrepreneur, philanthropist, animal and nature lover, and author with a financial consultant background.  My passion is turning my past experiences and wisdom into a springboard for helping people through my websites, presentations, and books.  I am the founder of Life Talks, Positive Thoughts on Life, and This Is Not Brandon websites. Why I do this:  I am dedicated to making this world a better place by helping people change and recreate their lives after tragedy.  I do this because I know that no one has to suffer and live in lack no matter what their past may have been, how long it may have been, or what your current circumstances are.  It is my own past and experience that drives me to this purpose.  There is no better teacher and no replacement for experience.
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An Invisible Label

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“Attitude is like an invisible label you have hanging over your head.  Everyone can feel its impact…it can make or break you, heal or inflame you, imprison or free you…for life”  Christina Rasmussen

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Attitude is Life, Life is Attitude

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 People with bad attitudes don’t get very far in life.  All things being equal, attitude wins.  To possess the right attitude is a commitment to yourself.  It is the same as vowing to yourself that nothing is going to take you down and especially not a bad or wrong attitude.  Not your history, your childhood, your circumstances, or the people in your life have the right to take from you what you deserve. Only you can do that and its self-betrayal.  Tell yourself that you are worth everything you want. You can have everything simply by changing your attitude.

This River Called Life

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Love your Animals as much as They Love You

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10 Things Your Dog Would Tell You

 
I got this from Positively Positive (his credit at the bottom) and thought I’d dedicate it to my dog, Daphney who died from bone cancer a little over a year ago.  What a beautiful nature she had.  Pictured after her surgery with her best friend,  Kobie.
 
1. My life is likely to last ten to fifteen years. Any separation from you will be painful: remember that before
you get me.
 
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me—it is crucial to my wellbeing.
4. Do not be angry at me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment.
5. You have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I only have you.
6. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don’t understand your words, I understand your voice.
7. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget.
8. Remember before you hit me that I have sharp teeth that could easily hurt you, but I choose not to bite you because I love you.
9. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I might not be getting the right food, or I have been out too long, or my heart is getting too old and weak.
10. Take care of me when I get old. You too will grow old. Accompany me on difficult journeys. Never say: “I cannot bear to watch” or “Let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if you are there—even my death.

Remember that I love you.

 
From Eric Handler, Positively Positive
I am publishing this blog in memory of my dog, Stella, who died last year on September 21st.