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"The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it." (Proverbs 10:22)

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12 Ways to Save Money While Eating Raw Too!

I modified the title of this post from the author's title because for me, I don't like phrases like "stay raw" or "staying raw" or "being raw" (etc.) I'm eating a lot of raw food but the whole idea of "being" raw or "staying" raw turns me off because it becomes an identity thing or a "have to" thing, rather than simply a way to nourish one's body and soul. I avoid certain phrases heard a lot among raw foodies so that if there IS a day here and there when I don't "stay" raw, there's no subtle condemnation trying to weasle its way into my head.

At any rate, here's a great article from Julie's Raw Ambition blog that many may find helpful:

12 Ways to Save Money

The wait continues . . . and Reconnecting with my "Inner Rita"

I'm so thrilled about my impending Irish Citizenship! (Unfortunately, the backlog at the NY Consulate is continuing to delay that celebration ... possibly until next summer. :-( But, hey, I won't have enough vacation time accrued until then anyway ... and summer IS a beautiful time to be in Ireland . . . so all is well to plan.)



On a whole other note, as is obvious, my blogging here has slowed to a near standstill ... but I'm keeping up w/ another, more private, journal/blog ... documenting my progress as a motivated leafeater, mover and shaker. It's a personal journey for now ... and when I'm EXACTLY where I want to be in my transformation, I'll take it public.

And finally, for those family and friends who may be scratching their heads in curiosity about my Rita Hayworth video (known to me as my "Inner Rita" video) -- of her and Fred Astaire dancing together (posted a few entries back), don't think you've been left out of the loop. No, I'm not engaged. And no, I'm not even dating a special someone.

See, the "someone" I posted that video for was ME.

I love that video, and posted it the way I did because I've finally tapped into my own "inner Rita" ... that terrific beauty that's always been there ... hidden for a lot of years. Until I came home to myself ... as my own best friend and love, I couldn't seem to break through a bunch of unresolved inner "stuff" ... and I felt stuck for quite a while. But no longer.

So you see, I finally DID find "someone." I just never expected that the someone would be me. Who knew? :-)

And on that note ... here's another "Inner Rita" moment ... for all you women out there who are on a transformational "road trip" that's meandered over some rough terrain. My words to you -- Never give up!

I Helped "Make History" Today!

Whoever you voted for -- whether Mr. Obama or Mr. McCain -- may we all begin tomorrow TOGETHER as fellow-Americans, united in becoming better neighbors to one another! One person to one person is how we "change the world" for good. (Or "love the one you're with" as Crosby Stills Nash and Young once sang!)

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Yup ... it's been a long time comin' ... but

Shower the People You Love With Love!

Show them the way that you feel (as James would sing)... Ahhhh ... what a great idea!

Life is simple these days ... and getting more and more simple every day. Big smile.



There is something so sweet and wonderful about James Taylor's voice and energy ... It reminds me of the energy I felt in Hawaii ... and the friends I left behind there ... and one in particular, whose open, kind and loving spirit touched me profoundly at a time I needed it most. For you I am very grateful! Chris, this one's for you :-)



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