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OPENING COMMENTS

The OurBestIdea.Com  Newsletter begins a little differently today, with solemnity: We acknowledge the third anniversary of the events of September 11th and we call upon all angels present and past to be with us and to bless all.

We would also like to express our hope that all who have come through Hurricane Frances, Charley and Ivan have done so without harm to themselves and their loved ones. To those whom were affected adversely- we pray that in a very short time the Universe shall direct you in reorganizing your lives and will guide you with a new force of abundance and love that makes your place in this world stronger and wiser for your experiences.

--With Blessings, Halley and Dale

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FEATURED ARTICLE

What of Hurricanes and other conditions we refer to as disasters?!

Mother Earth is known to be in some ways similar to us, our bodies, even though we don’t usually appreciate this. The Earth has mass, she has water, and her state of being may be to flourish or to be infirm; just like us!  When we take ill there are many avenues we seek out to improve our health. The Earth only knows one avenue . . .  the weather.  The Earth instinctively will have a rain storm for crops and fields to grow, a snow storm for these same fields to rest. Seasonal changes come about to give anew.  We may call this healing or simply say it is nature.  Whatever your choice of expression, the happenings are the same. Each year in places all over the world, extraordinary weather events take place, have impact and accomplish many outcomes..

We, as people, feel pain when someone says something unkind. The Earth feels pain when we, her inhabitants litter and use up resources without
replenishing; she feels the pain of hurtful thoughts and angry energies gone awry.  She innately accepts all that we do, say and are.  She feels on a level we may not comprehend, nevertheless, be assured she does feel. This does not mean that the Earth is in some way getting even; it is just a matter of her renewing, balancing and healing.  If you consider that all things need balance,then this is true for Mother Earth as well.
Hurricanes, Twisters and Storms have been around for centuries. They would not exist if they did not serve a purpose.  The good news is- that we may optimistically assist in the process by remaining calm, being
thoughtful and supportive of each other, even strangers.. If we look for the goodness that resides within others and ourselves we as a collective will influence the Earth for the better.

A friend recently told me of his belief, that God permitted these types of weather formations in order to bring people closer together.

What good will be your gain as a result of the Hurricanes when all is clean,safe and sound? Give it some thought.

For Hurricane preparedness, please check out: 
http://www.broward.org/disaster/epi01800.htm

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NEW & EXCITING

Mysterious Insights- 

We are delighted to announce the newest forum on OurBestIdea.Com and look forward to your participation and sharing.

Mysterious Insights is our new advice column.  You’ve called Spirit and here is your chance for answers!  Your questions may be about health, harmony,prosperity, awareness and your life design (and anything else you feel is needed)!
 
OurBestIdea.Com  continually strives to provide needed information and services to the community, so don’t be shy and don’t delay!  This is a completely F.r.e.e service for “you”, our subscriber.  Your privacy is
assured by our responding to your first name only. (questions selected based upon the most pressing, amusing and or unusual and helpful).

Check it out now, click here: http://ourbestidea.com/mysterious-insights

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UPCOMING EVENTS

We are still in the beginning stages of planning retreats.  We'll let you know as soon as more details are available.

If you can make it . . .
 
Please join us in Las Vegas for the Unconventional Convention!

For more information: http://www.ewnconvention.com/

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PROSPERITY

If you haven’t gotten your complimentary Prosperity E-book, send an email to:
ProsperityEbook@OurBestIdea.Com. . . .
You'll be glad you did!

Recently we have noticed the proliferation of information about how to do/be/think/act like a millionaire.  While it is desirable to have a millionaire mindset, it is also incumbent on you as an individual to take measurable, meaningful steps toward becoming one.  Simply put, this means that in addition to practicing the meditations and affirmations that relate to abundance and prosperity that you DO something every day towards your goal.
 
Read a book. Decide what business opportunity suits your nature and strengths.   Will it require changing jobs?  Additional training in your current career?  The addition of a side business until you can engage in your dream job on a full time basis?  Updating/upgrading your home?  Setting aside more into your company 401K? 
 
All these things are concrete, measurable action steps you can take towards your goals.  Set your mind and align the intention of the Universe to assist you.  Every day, do something, anything that takes you confidently in the direction of your dreams.

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PROSPEROUS AFFIRMATIONS
•  I now see all of my desires as clear as if I already have them.
•  I now replace self doubt and fear with confidence and will power.
•  I now instill positive mental attitudes for success.
•  I now have persistence and enthusiasm for all that I do.
•  I now love myself and am in perfect health.
•  I now am motivated to make right decisions in my life.
•  I now overcome any ideas or thoughts that are not for my highest
good.

The above “Prosperous Affirmations” are from the forthcoming
OurBestIdea.Com Journal.  You’ll find affirmations, helpful quotes, ideas and tips along with your calendar and notes and so much more.  Make 2005 your most valuable year yet- with prosperity, health, harmony and awareness.  The journal price will be kept under $15.00.   Limited numbers will be printed, so make sure to reserve your copy today (shortly before printing we’ll contact you to confirm your reservation).  Email your name, number, USPS address and how many you want to:

Journal@OurBestIdea.Com

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HARMONY

When we create harmony in our minds and our hearts, we will find it in our lives.  The inner you creates the outer you, always.  This month, in honor of the lives lost due to lack of harmony, take a few moments and meditate on universal love. (If you are unsure how to meditate; sit quietly and ponder the feeling of love. Then use your imagination and see that love being shared with the world).  Loving just one other person adds to the bank of harmony and if enough of us focus energy on it, we can make a difference.

On September 11, people greeted other people with “Hello, From My Heart”. This is Gary Schineller's idea and it is about intent. There are many explanations as to why it works and they range from Physics to Psychology to Medical, but the one I like the best is perhaps the simplest. What happens when we throw a pebble in a pond? It creates a ripple that spreads. “Hello, From My Heart” is like a pebble of heartfelt kindness. Whether you give, receive, or observe it’s going to have impact.

We encourage you to spread a message of love by greeting people with "Hello from My Heart."  Get more info at www.hellofrommyheart.com

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HEALTH

One of the simplest of ways to preserve good health is to smile or laugh.  So we are enclosing a few funnies.  Know someone who needs to get healthy?  Share a smile and you can both be healthy.

1) A 97 year old man goes into his doctor's office and says, "Doc, I want my sex drive lowered."
  "Sir", replied the doctor, "You're 97. Don't you think your sex drive is all in your head?"
"You're damned right it is!" replied the old man.  "That's why I want it lowered!"

2)God, grant me the senility
  To forget the people I never liked anyway,
  The good fortune To run into the ones I do,
  And the eyesight to tell the difference.

3)  An elderly woman from Brooklyn decided to prepare her will and make her final requests.  She told her attorney she had two final requests.  First, she wanted to be cremated, and second, she wanted her ashes scattered over Bloomingdales.

"Bloomingdales!" the lawyer exclaimed. "Why Bloomingdales?"

"Then I'll be sure my daughters visit me twice a week."

4)  Give a person a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a person to use the Internet and he won't bother you for weeks.

Part of the above was sent by a dear friend, Todd Puntolillo.  Todd is the author of Love, Wisdom and Healing, an easy to read book of modern day wisdom and helpful philosophy.  Find it at: www.wisdomhealing.com

If you have a joke that makes you roll off your chair laughing, please share it with us.  Send email submissions to: Jokes@OurBestIdea.com.  
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AWARENESS

A professor of a University challenged his students with this question:

Did God create everything that exists?

A student answered bravely, “Yes, he did”.

The professor then asked, "If God created everything, then he created evil.  Since evil exists (as noticed by our own actions), so God is evil."  The student couldn't respond to that statement causing the professor to conclude that he had "proved" that "belief in God" was a fairy tale,and therefore worthless.

Another student raised his hand and asked the professor,"May I pose question?"  "Of course" answered the professor.

The young student stood up and asked: "Professor Does cold exist?”
The professor answered, "What kind of question is that?  Of course cold exists...  haven't you ever been cold?"  The young student answered, "In fact sir, Cold does not exist. According to the laws of Physics,
what we consider cold, in fact is the absence of heat.  Anything is able to be studied as long as it transmits energy (heat).  Absolute Zero is the total absence of heat, but cold does not exist.  What we have done is create a term to describe how we feel if we don't have body heat or we are not hot."

"And, does Dark exist?” he continued.  The professor answered "Of course".   This time the student responded,” Again you're wrong, Sir.  Darkness does not exist either.  Darkness is in fact simply the absence
of light.  Light can be studied, darkness cannot.  Darkness cannot be broken down.   A simple ray of light tears the darkness and illuminates the surface where the light beam finishes.  Dark is a term that we humans have created to describe what happens when there's lack of light."

Finally, the student asked the professor, "Sir, does evil exist?"  The professor replied, "Of course it exists, as I mentioned at the beginning, we see crimes and violence anywhere in the world, and those things are evil." 

The student responded, “Sir, Evil does not exist. Just as in the previous cases, Evil is a term which man has created to describe the result of the absence of God's presence in the hearts of man.  After this, the professor bowed down his head, and didn't answer back.

What are your views on what is and what is not? 
What are your perceptions and beliefs? 

Our opinions of the world are formed as we grow; each experience ingrained into our subconscious & our core beliefs become firm.  Then one day you must ask yourself, “Is it working?”

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QUOTES TO HELP YOU FLOURISH

If our early lessons of acceptance were as successful as our early lessons of anger, how much happier we would all be.
--Peter Mc Williams

"Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy cow, what a ride!" --Anonymous (I always liked that guy)

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A STORY FOR INSPIRATION

The power of intent.  Convoy of Hope partners with local organizations and churches across racial and denominational lines. This partnership unites communities, providing a platform for touching lives and bringing hope to thousands of individuals and families. Guests (people they serve) are introduced to these organizations and volunteers who can provide long-term support, resources and encouragement.

They have found that this model of outreach is as effective in Seattle as it is in the Dominican Republic. Hurting people respond to tangible expressions of love and a message of hope. They touched the lives of South Floridians this month and last in the wake of the Hurricanes and assist the Red Cross and other organizations in disaster relief efforts.  They are also a world wide outreach group and are part of the inspirational individuals who leave their families and homes to help others.  One person, reaching outside themselves can make an enormous difference. How are you going to reach out today?

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CLOSING NOTE

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Blessings,

Dale Maker & Halley Élise
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