MAY IS INTERNATIONAL CIVILITY AWARENESS MONTH CIVILITY IS: A conscious awareness of the impact of one’s thoughts, actions, words and intentions on others; combined with, A continuous acknowledgement of one’s responsibility to ease the experience of others (e.g., through restraint, kindness, non-judgment, respect, and courtesy); and, A consistent effort to adopt and exhibit civil behaviour as a non-negotiable point of one’s character. Lew Bayer, President and CEO, Civility … [Read more...]
Cystic Fibrosis Month celebrated May 2013 Worldwide
May 6, 2013 by
Cystic Fibrosis Month raises awareness about cystic fibrosis (CF). This month is sponsored by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). Raising funds for future research is a priority; people are made aware of progress being made towards a cure. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic, life-threatening disease which affects the digestive and respiratory systems. CF occurs in about one in 3500 live births. In the US, approximately 30,000 people have CF, whilst over 10 million people carry the defective CF … [Read more...]
The 3 Keys To Manifesting True Love, FREE Online Seminar
May 5, 2013 by
You may have noticed our friend Arielle Ford on the cover of this last edition of OMTimes Magazine (I have included the links to her exclusive Q&A and article below). If you're not familiar with Arielle, here is the most important thing you really need to know about her . . . When she was 43 years old, she came up with a unique process for trying to manifest and meet her Soulmate . . . and it worked! And now she and her husband, Brian, have been blissfully married for almost 15 … [Read more...]
PMO, Governor General to attend investiture of Willem-Alexander as King of the Netherlands
April 25, 2013 by
April 25, 2013 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will travel to the Netherlands to attend the investiture of Willem-Alexander in Amsterdamon April 30, 2013. Willem-Alexander, Prince of Orange and eldest son of Queen Beatrix and Prince Claus, will ascend to the throne as King of the Netherlands following the abdication of Queen Beatrix. The heir apparent will be the first King … [Read more...]
Lorre White reports Starwood CEO: ‘Yesterday’s luxury is tomorrow’s necessity’
April 25, 2013 by
Inside Starwood’s "Out-of-the-Box Thinking” session, the chief executive discussed how Starwood’s St. Regis, The Luxury Collection and W Hotels are responding to challenges in targeting the new luxury consumer. Savvy marketers will examine how the industry is changing as a result of this new fast-moving, technology-driven age and respond quickly. “The wealthy today are more diverse,” said Frits van Paasschen, president/CEO of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “There are more wealthy Women; and … [Read more...]
Marianne Williamson celebrates Feminine Power Free Call
April 24, 2013 by
My friends Claire Zammit and Katherine Woodward Thomas began teaching their Feminine Power course in 2008, and nearly 6000 women have participated since that time. Participants have reported remarkable breakthroughs in their relationships, creativity, prosperity, health and happiness. They will be presenting their 7-week course again, and are offering a free call to preview this content-rich material on May 9th. I recommend that you consider signing up for their free call, which you can … [Read more...]
Paraguay, Kuña Pyrenda celebrates, “introducing the feminine element into the political debate.”
April 22, 2013 by
Business magnate Horacio Cartes won Paraguay's presidential election on Sunday, returning his powerful center-right Colorado Party to power after the left's brief spell ended in impeachment last year. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed peaceful general elections in Paraguay that attracted wide participation, reiterating the United Nations’ willingness to work with the newly elected authorities and people in the South American country. General elections were held in Paraguay on 21 … [Read more...]
EARTH DAY 2013
April 22, 2013 by
International Mother Earth Day was established in 2009 by the General Assembly under Resolution A/RES/63/278. The Resolution was introduced by The Plurinational State of Bolivia and endorsed by over 50 member states. It recognizes that "the Earth and its ecosystems are our home" and that "it is necessary to promote harmony with nature and the Earth." The term Mother Earth is used because it "reflects the interdependence that exists among human beings, other living species and the planet we … [Read more...]
Lorre White, ‘Could the new CEO of Four Seasons be a non-hotelier?’
April 21, 2013 by
Bill Gates and Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia, the two billionaires who control 95% of Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts are keen to expand the business as fast as possible, to 150 hotels worldwide from the current 90. After the surprise departure of Kathleen Taylor (a company veteran for 24 years) more than a month ago, headhunters look for a new leader for the company, Four Seasons, being run, in the meantime, by a nine-person committee. Kathleen Taylor spent years preparing for … [Read more...]
Pet Month celebrated until May 6!
April 21, 2013 by
From 1 April to 6 May 2013 it's National Pet Month, your chance to show the special creature in your life just how much you love them! The charity holds the event each year. The aim is to promote responsible pet ownership, make the public aware of the benefits of pets and the contribution they make to our society, as well as letting owners know about the pet services available to them. Each year a whole host of pet-tastic events are held, from dog shows to fairs and perfect pet … [Read more...]
