All posts by VELINDA

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.

Success


“Do what you do that feels effortless. I want the freedom to do what is in my heart”  
 
“You have two choices…endure the deprivation of failure or adjust to the sacrifices of success”    Tom Ferry
                                                                                


Positive Reviews for Book

Comments recently made from readers of this book:

“I can’t put it down”. “I’m going to buy it for my Daughter”, “This book will change lives”, “So well written”, “I’m contacting a friend of mine who is a professional Author to tell her about your book”, I’ve let all my friends know about your book because it is so inspiring to me”  “I’m going to put your book on my Facebook”,  “Reading this amazing new book. A must read for anyone searching for the secrets of true happiness. Its taken me years to learn these life lessons”. “The concept of your book is beautiful and you have my sincere wishes for a successful book.” 

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Only One Direction

“All endings are beginnings, we just don’t know it at the time.” Unknown

“Standing still is the same as going backwards” Allan Kobrick

Vision

“When I was a kid in school and finished my class work or a test early, I would take out a piece of paper and write my name in three columns on every line.  I was the only kid in the class who did that.  One day the teacher came over to ask me why I would always write my name over and over again.  I told her that one day I was going to be famous and people are going to ask me for my autograph so I am practicing writing it now”  Tyrone Montgomery, NFL player for the Oakland Raiders

Love

“Love life, engage in it, give it all you’ve got. Love it with a passion, because life truly does give back, many times over, what you put into it.” ~Maya Angelou

“Don’t ever underestimate the power and effect on your life of someone who loves you. Don’t ever underestimate the power and effect of your love on someone else” Velinda

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This River Called Life, A Letter to My Children

Today, my ebook was published on both Kindle and The Nook.  The preview for the book  is listed below as well as a review by my proofreader.  She read the book and was so motivated by it to change her life that she started her own business.  See reviews and links below.

Preview for book:  There comes a time when you know the world you are living in is not your home.  When that happens it does not matter the existing circumstances. It does not matter how late in life you may have waited. What matters is that you are ready to jump into the life your soul has longed for.  This is when you feel alive. This is when you know everything you have been prepared for is coming together, and it is time…time to finally live who you are.  This realization is magical and resonates possibly for the first time with your life’s purpose.  My message is don’t wait for what you know you are born to do.  When you have a talent, it needs to be shared.  When you have a dream, it needs to be lived.  When your heart is leading you and your passion is talking to you, listen!  Life is about your unique journey, and the difference you can make.  There is nothing that will compare with your decision to finally go in the direction you are meant to go and all the magic that happens from that decision.  This is when life finally falls together. 

 Originally written only for my Children as inspiration and guidance about life, This River Called Life, A Letter to My Children is encouragement…about taking control of your destiny instead of accepting what life lays in your lap.  It’s about finding yourself, believing in your dreams, believing in yourself, leaving yesterday behind, and creating a world as unique as you are.  What has been in your life up till now has nothing to do with what can be.

Review:  It is my distinct pleasure to have read the first draft of Velinda Peyton’s new book This River Called Life, A Letter to My Children.  She writes in such a clear, informative manner and is inspirational in her encouragement of others to pursue their dreams. Consequently, I have started a business with my husband after reading her book because I also have found my passion.  In addition, she tunes in so well to many of the longings we all have, in every aspect of our lives.  One particular passage that moves me is her description of coming across a deer in a remote area of Colorado.  Her description is so poetic and moving that I feel as if I am actually there with her in the moment. I often find myself wanting to reread certain passages because the writing is simply that good.  Fantastic job, Velinda!  Cathy

The whole point in believing…

“People seem to lose faith so easily.  Isn’t that the whole point in believing?  Tomorrow always brings promises that yesterday couldn’t make”  Jenna Gilbert

Unconditional Love….Happy Valentines Day

When all Else Fails:  “They laughed and asked me what I see in you.  I smiled back and said…everything you don’t” Unknown

 There have been times that my children expressed to me a lack of confidence in themselves.  It’s natural at times for people to fall into feelings of doubt.  But what I see in them is everything they don’t.  I see their love and worth.  I see the good that is innately there.  I see all the potential they have going for them.  I see love.  If they could only see what I see in them they would never doubt themselves.  I see the two most precious people I have ever known.  I love them deeply and see everything in them that makes my heart know my life is beautiful for having known them.

From the Book:  This River Called Life, A Letter to My Children http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0077SF3GY

Sometimes the worst things turn out to be the best things

Isn’t it funny how sometimes the adversity we experience that we thought was the worst thing that could possibly happen, turns out to be the best thing that could have happened!  I’ve known so many people who went through an excruciatingly devastating event in their lives….even to the point of losing everything, just to emerge happier, more authentic and finding more meaning from their downfall than they could have imagined. I was thinking about this last night watching the Grammy Awards.  Adele won 6 Grammys last night for her song and album about a relationship that broke her heart.  She talks openly about this when interviewed, how she writes songs about love and love gone wrong.  She channeled her heartache into growing and overcoming.  From her song writing she has emerged victorious in her resolve to move on better than ever.

Discover the answers in the misfortunes that happen to you, and know it is exactly where you are meant to be.  There is something here in this storm of life that you need to know, something that needs to change, or a new you that needs to emerge.  Learn and grow from your challenges instead of letting them own you.  You are worth it.

Believe in Yourself

The authentic self gives you power, vision, and passion.

You’ll never get something in your life unless you believe you deserve it. You have to believe and fall in love with yourself.  Believe in yourself, your worth, your value.  Dr. Phil