During a heat wave, or a prolonged period of hot and often humid weather, it can be hard to keep the kids cool and entertained. Since a heat wave can pose a serious health risk to those who are exposed to the scorching temperatures, especially babies and young children, it is essential that parents and caregivers know what to do when the weather dictates that everyone stays cool and takes it easy. If you’re facing a heat wave, consider these 10 things: 1. Avoid the heat. Stay out of the … [Read more...]
Dieppe Raid in France, PMO – Governor General to mark 70th Anniversary
August 8, 2012 by
Governor General to mark 70th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid in France August 8, 2012 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that His Excellency, the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, will attend ceremonies in Dieppe, France, from August 19 to 20, to mark the 70th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid. The Governor General will join the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Veterans Affairs, who will lead an official … [Read more...]
A turning point for the Spirit Bear Coast, Take Action!
August 8, 2012 by
Tell BC Premier Christy Clark to say No to the Northern Gateway pipeline Premier Christy Clark has just announced that the risks of a tar sands spill outweigh the benefits. Urge Premier Clark to ban tar sands pipelines and oil tankers along the Spirit Bear Coast! We’ve reached a potential turning point in our campaign to stop the Northern Gateway tar sands pipeline from destroying British Columbia’s spectacular Spirit Bear Coast. For the very first time, B.C. Premier Christy Clark has … [Read more...]
10 Ways Moms Can Pamper Themselves at Home
August 7, 2012 by
Being a mom is a 24/7 job, and it should come as no surprise that moms are a pretty hardworking bunch that spend most of their days trying to ensure that their children and family are well taken care of and happy. It’s easy for mom’s personal well-being to get lost in the shuffle of taking care of everyone else; however you have to keep in mind that if you don’t take care of yourself it can be hard to take care of others. Instead of taking the time out of your busy schedule and spending a … [Read more...]
VERONICA – Always Fulfilling
July 31, 2012 by
A New Message From VERONICA Always Fulfilling "Being a physical incarnate is a huge undertaking. The best laid plans can and will go awry. However, even though you may feel like a small insignificant pebble in a vast universe, you are indeed so much more. Many have asked us what they should be doing, what the definition of their purpose is, and why am I here? In the eye of the hurricane of life, it is often difficult to see an outside view. If you are plagued … [Read more...]
What is the significance of the Olympics?
July 31, 2012 by
With the kick-off of the Olympics this last weekend, there have been dramatically varying reactions to the significance of the games and, in particular, how that relates to culture and politics in the United States. One typical reaction to the Olympics is the blindly patriotic one. Many Americans have a tendency to view the Olympics as a stage for the United State to boast its supposed superiority. Of course, this is a very narrow way to view both the games and the place of the United States … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Scare Off Your Boyfriend
July 31, 2012 by
Finding the right guy isn’t easy. Scads of self-help books, talk shows and magazine articles are dedicated to the art of finding, and keeping, a man. Even the most fiercely independent women can find themselves searching for Mister Right, then inadvertently scaring them away with these ten early-relationship snafus. Here are 10 'early-relationship' snafus to avoid, giving the first year or so a chance: Drop the Premature L-Bomb – One surefire way to send a … [Read more...]
Leading Forward in the Face of Crisis, Irene Becker – 3Q Edge™
July 30, 2012 by
Leading Forward in the Face of Crisis Leading in the face of crisis means building your 3Q Leadership™ Edge ►HOW? Shift your mindset Seeing your strengths and challenges, stressors and turning points, even your most difficult transitions or crises with new eyes that help YOU build your most important advantage, your 3Q Edge™. Yes, learning and unlearning faster and better than before. Making a pivotal shift in mindset that will … [Read more...]
Everything Happens for a Reason
July 27, 2012 by
'Awaken to Self-Love' Everything Happens for a Reason "Almost every day, I hear people uttering a phrase that I can’t help but grit my teeth to: “Everything Happens for a Reason.” We use it to console ourselves when something goes wrong. Almost like an automatic cooling mechanism that kicks in on an overheating nuclear reactor. We use it to philosophize our life’s circumstances. And in many cases, it’s the only thing left for us to hold on to … [Read more...]
Women help lead the way in Rwanda’s transformation
July 25, 2012 by
Women help lead the way in Rwanda’s transformation Rwandans have been working tirelessly to rebuild their country since the 1994 genocide. Since then, the country has become one of the fastest growing economies on the African continent. Furthermore, women have now come to the forefront of national politics, making Rwanda the world's leader in the number of women parliamentarians. The advancement of women in Rwandan society is told in a documentary-style video launched by the UN … [Read more...]
