Merry Christmas

The Christmas holiday is near; and, consumers are shopping with their N-Stnc rather than their with their impulse (heart). N-Stnc Shopping is using your head and not your heart to purchase conservatively during the economic crisis. Yes, loved ones and the less fortune are on our hearts this holiday season; however, the consumption of goods at a bargain are in mind as well. Have you thought about creative gifts that come from your Natural N-Stnc?

The act of giving through N-Stnc Shopping is within you. Think about these N-Stnc Shopping Gifts as you shop this holiday:

1. Willingness to consume versus Ability to consume

• What are you willing to pay for a gift? Is it worth the cost?

• Is the price of a gift or total holiday shopping in the budget?

• Is the product worth the price? How long will it last? What is the quality of the product?

• Have you paid for your basic needs (i.e. utility expenses, mortgage, gas, food, etc.)?

• Are these gifts needs or wants for your loved ones?

• Are you consuming more than you have in weekly or monthly income?

• Can you pay cash for the gift, or is it by credit card with interest?

• Can you wait for the after the holiday sales?

2. Comparative Pricing/Shopping

• Is it cost-effective to shop online or in the stores for your gift?

• Can you car pool with friends to shop to save on gas?

• Should you purchase name brand or off brand? Is there a difference besides price?

• Does the store honor price comparisons for the same product in their store?

• What can you find at the Dollar Stores/Trees for great stocking stuffer, gifts, or basket fillers? This can really stretch your dollar if you have a large list for gifts.

• Pre-Holidays Sales...make sure the sale is a bargain. Can you get the product or similar product cheaper than the stores sale price at another store?

• Is it really a sale, or will tax bring it back to the original price?

• Is it better to shop at wholesale stores, consignment stores, or shop retail value in stores?

3. Store Discount Days

• Is there a Friday Club discount day?

• Is there a Senior Citizens discount day?

• Are military discounts honored at the store?

• Have you reached the frequent shopper or club discount amount?

• Do you have a membership/shopping card to receive discounts from the store?

4. Charity Organizations

• Thrift Stores offer very low cost items and reasonable products. Try to locate non-profit organizations in your area (i.e. Salvation Army, Goodwill, Angel Network Ministries, etc.)

• Try local church food and clothing closets, which are usually free to the less fortunate

5. Natural N-Stnc Gifts (creativity)

• Remember the reason for the season, Jesus, and give thanks for life

• Give the gift of laughter, which is medicine for the spirit

• Make a home-made gift basket with a variety of affordable gifts

• Say I love and thank you to someone

• Create a Christmas card using your computer software or simple use of paper and color pencils

• Give Hugs, Kisses, Forgiveness,and pray with each other

• Take family time to tell everyone why you are thankful for them as a gift

• Visit a Nursing Home and give away gifts to the elderly

• Volunteer at a "Soup Kitchen" or donate food to a charitable organization or family

• Get rid of too little clothes, coats, and shoes, by giving as a gift to family or a local shelter

• Make someones favorite dish, invite a college student or homeless person to dinner

• Give away basic needs items: tissue, soap, plates, paper towels, lotion, shampoo/conditioner, laundry detergent, towels, linens, antiperspirant,etc.

• Provide a massage to a significant other or devoted time alone

• Provide house cleaning for someone who is ill or disabled

• Commit to exercise with someone for the year who wants to lose weight

• Give away coupons: weekend babysitter for someone, dinner for two, one family night per week or month, a night of poetry, a break from household cleaning for one week, etc.

May you have a Soul Holiday http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmiHpLKT4mM

 

Nature of Meditation

This is absolutely beautiful...the Naturalist N-Stnc in you will surely connect with this meditation video


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIgVi4Kbh1k

Christmas Year Round

NIGEL ANDREWS MINISTRIES

("Christmas Year 'Round")

P.O. BOX 2833

Opelika, AL 36803

http://www.nigelandrews.org/

"Assisting the less fortunate every month of the year."

Mention the name "Nigel Andrews" in almost any city in Alabama or Georgia , and you can be certain that you will receive a heartfelt smile or a complimentary remark in return. TULUT ENTERTAINMENT Artist, Nigel Andrews, is one of the most celebrated and well-respected Gospel Singers in the Southeastern United States . He has been gifted by God to minister music that stirs the soul and provokes listeners to seek God through worship and praise. Nigel has been blessed to record and perform with some of the biggest names in Gospel music, including: James Bignon & The Deliverance Mass Choir, Fred Hammond, Larnelle Harris, Amy Grant, Shirley Caesar, Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, Alvin Slaughter, BeBe & CeCe Winans, The Stephen Tyrone Thornton Memorial Mass Choir, Monica 'Lisa' Stevenson, John Grimsley, and countless others.

The Ministry of Nigel Andrews is not just limited to his gifted singing voice. He is also an ordained Minister, an accomplished Minister of Music, Radio Announcer, Praise & Worship Leader, Songwriter, Author, and Playwright. These skills, along with many others, have enabled him to motivate numerous individuals, families, churches, and communities while simultaneously pointing them in a more spiritually positive direction.

In 1982, Nigel founded "Nigel Andrews Ministries Inc.", and formed a faith-based non-profit organization known as "Christmas Year Round" (CYR). CYR seeks to impact lives by way of music, outreach, and benevolent assistance. CYR attends to the physical, financial, spiritual, and emotional needs of its recipients.

At first glance, one would think Nigel has had a somewhat easy and carefree life, but that's not the case. Not only has he miraculously survived a heart attack and 4 strokes, but he is battling a disorder known as MCTD (Mixed Connective Tissue Disease) which was discovered when doctors found 17 small tumors near his lungs. However, through ups, downs, sickness, and health, Nigel has remained committed to assisting those who have been deemed "less-fortunate" by society. He has positively impacted the lives of thousands of disadvantaged families and individuals. throughout the southeastern United States .


Through " NAM " & "CYR", Nigel continues to encourage today's generation to apply Biblical principles and civil morality to their everyday lifestyles, regardless of their culture, race, background, or ethnicity.

Without the warm, generous support of Nigel’s wife, Cynthia, their daughter, Nia, and the kind, charitable patrons of Lee, Russell, Chambers, & Macon Counties ( AL ), "Christmas Year Round" would never have been able to survive as long as it has.


CYR welcomes all donations of finances, time, energy, prayers, and encouragement
If you would like to make a contribution to Nigel Andrews Ministries & Christmas-Year-'Round, please mail your donations to:


Nigel Andrews Ministries

P. O. Box 2833

Opelika, AL , 36803

Happy Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgivings Day is a day for expressing thanks for the good things in life, especially family and friends. This is a holiday that the traditions of a "harvest festival" can be celebrated with our family and friends!

Have you thought about the things that you are Thankful for today? Are you thankful for having the breathe of life, the ability to acquire wealth, freedom of speech and religion, family, your significant other, employment, peace, happiness, and/or basic human needs? Whatever it is that you are thankful for... please take each day to appreciate that person, place, or thing that is a gift to you from our heavenly father.

Happy Thanksgivings Day!

Thankful http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9E5792UqaM0



Thank You http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaYWFdMk3nI

 

New Spirit

America is moving towards change with a new president, Barack Obama, and a new spirit to face challenges in our economy and nation! I think Americans as well as citizens in foreign countries of various ethnic backgrounds were spiritually overwhelmed and proud as they watched the Inauguration of our President Obama and the First Family.

The new spirit that I speak of is human association with the mind, will, and feelings similar to that of a Great Awakening in the U.S. ...it is "Our Moment" to achieve the dream that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of many years ago. It is our time for change and the phrase of wisdom from our President Obama"Yes We Can,"echos as those who have dreamed of an achievement began to achieve that dream and live the life that they rightful deserve.


I share with you a resource that will grant a scholarship to an HBCU of the applicants choice if he/she is the winner of Maya Angelou's essay contest Visit this link for contest details and qualification criteria http://content.alltel.com/o/wordsofwisdom/

GOD BLESS AMERICA & YOU!


Yes We Can http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjXyqcx-mYY

Yes We Did http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN_NNZyh43s

Our Moment http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogS3sOrkhIo

 

Natural Energy

Natural Energy is the created energy from ourselves to "get-up", "get-motivated", and "get-started" on our daily journey! How's your Natural Energy?




Do you feel like your natural energy needs a boost? When was the last time you tapped into your Natural N-Stnc to create natural energy for yourself and others? Would you like to play a game with me? If so, let's THINK FUN to find an innovative way to release the natural energy you possess. Answer the questions to discover a relaxation technique that can help release natural energy of positive mood changes and relieve stress, which can restore natural energy levels.





1. What pay does to an employees behavior _ot_ _a_e (use first letter)

2. S_ _ _ , a person's total self (use third letter)

3. Utterance, Conversation, Dialect, _ _ ee_h (use first letter)

4. The ninth letter of the alphabet is _ (use this letter)

5. Oh, say, can you _ _ _, by the dawn's early light... (use alphabet letter for the missing word)

6. In the Bible, _ _ _ _ _was used as a great healer. A Hint: David played the harp to help ease his severe depression of King Saul. (the answer)

Possible five letter answers: mayor, maze, music, medic, mercy, metic, mesic

Did you figure out the answer? If so, leave a comment on the blogger with your answer. Here are some buzz words to help you to Think about natural energy boosters: Love, Exercise, Diet, Socializing, Laughter, Mediation, Prayer, Rest, Water, Massage, Forgiveness, & Recreation

Click to experience the "energy"-- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGvVj9HMLKs



 

Father's Special Day

Happy Father's Day!



A father to me is defined as the head of the household, a leader, a provider, a protector, a teacher of the next generation, a great thinker, a husband that loves his wife as he loves Christ, a strong man of God. Yes, my father is all these things and more...I Love you father & thank you for molding me to be the strong and spiritual woman I am today!



As you celebrate Father's Day, take a moment to reflect on what your

father/guardian meant to you and/or the father you would like to be to your

children. Take this day and everyday to give your father "flowers" while he is

still in the land of the living (alive). Life is short, so love like it is your

last chance, forgive as fast as your breathe the breath of life, live your life

like it is the last concert you will perform.







Father's are you building the foundation? Here's some food for thought:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hj1hCDjwG6M



A Tribute to Fathers: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrHl4cjhyFE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjheiI0BFqg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNJtxvObp_o

 

Natural Opportunity

"The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every

difficulty." Winston Churchill

Opportunity is a natural; yet, favorable juncture of circumstance, advancement, or success.

Is there a Naturalist N-Stnc within you to optimistically seek advancement and success in your life endeavors? Do you think that you have what it takes to tap into your natural talents/gifts to achieve what life presents as a natural opportunity?

If YES is your answer...then the quotes of wisdom about Natural Opportunity from people who could "Carpe diem", seize the moment of success will inspire you:

o “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in

overalls and looks like work.” Thomas

Edison, American Inventor

o “Opportunity only knocks once” Proverb

o "In the middle of every

difficulty lies opportunity." Albert Einstein, Theoretical Physicist

o "There is no security on

this earth. Only opportunity." Douglas

MacArthur, COS US Army

o "When one door of happiness

closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do

not see the one which has been opened for us." Helen Keller, Author/Activist

o "Let your hook always be

cast; in the pool where you least expect it, there will be a

fish." Ovid,

Poet

o "Jumping at several small

opportunities may get us there more quickly than waiting for one big one to come

along." ~Hugh Allen, English musician,

academic and administrator

o "If opportunity doesn't

knock, build a door." ~Milton

Berle, Emmy-winning Comedian &

Actor

o "Opportunities are never

lost; someone will take the one you miss." ~Author Unknown

o "Every day is an opportunity to make a new

happy ending." ~Author

Unknown

o "Small opportunities are

often the beginning of great enterprises." Demosthenes

(384 BC - 322 BC)

o "A wise man will make more

opportunities than he finds." Sir Francis Bacon (1561 - 1626)

o "You have to recognize when

the right place and the right time fuse and take advantage of that opportunity.

There are plenty of opportunities out there. You can't sit back and

wait." Ellen Metcalf

o "Any human anywhere will

blossom in a hundred unexpected talents and capacities simply by being given the opportunity to

do so." Doris Lessing, British

Writer

o "I've been blessed to find

people who are smarter than I am, and they help me to execute the vision I

have." Russell Simmons -

Entrepreneur

o "I try to make my life

about service, and hope that one day we can all "see" a little better because

God is with everyone and everywhere." Russell Simmons, Entrepreneur

o "I got my start by giving

myself a start." Madam CJ Walker,

Entrepreneur

o "If one is lucky, a

solitary fantasy can totally transform one million realities." Maya Angelou, Poet, Memoirist, Actress

o "Yes We Can & Yes We Did!" President Barack Obama

o "Observe the

opportunity." Bible: Ecclesiasticus (ch. IV, v. 20)

I hope you are inspired to tap into your Naturalist N-Stnc to achieve the natural opportunities in life! Until next time remain Optimistic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ML_QydtOae8







 

Southern Reflection

A book of reflections from within the heart of a southern author, Patricia Neely-Dorsey, that will truly touch the spirit of all people! Click the pictures to experience the poetry of the MS Magnolia.

http://www.patricianeelydorsey.webs.com/ 

What's the Naturalist N-Stnc?

Welcome,


The Naturalist N-Stnc is a blog for those who are consumers of natural products (i.e. organic, botonicals, etc.), independent consultants, or thoses who consider themselves simply natural (naturalist) by instinct (n-stnc). Pride yourself in being conscious of your health, connection to natural products (i.e. skin care, aromtherapy, nutrition, relaxation, etc.), and the ability to relax and enjoy every day of your life. Isn't this exciting! I'll start with some great websites http://www.ajones.soulpurpose.net/ and http://www.arbonne.com A great connection for those in search of natural or botonical products from the earth for the mind, body, and spirit. I enjoyed sitting on my balcony today, my Naturalist N-Stnc embraced the fresh breeze of air and the beautiful trees with chirping birds. Would you like to share one of your Naturalist N-Stnc days? I hope you will share a comment.

Rules of Engagement for the blog: simply share information about creditable resources/websites, natural products, receipes, and how you have a naturalist n-stnc for using natural products/techniques to enjoy everday life. Miss Jay

 

Success Formula

Equation: Jesus + Education = Success


YouTube - The Sky is the Limit by Virtue! (click to listen)


Have you ever felt that there was not a way through the "limits" in your life? There is an answer to triumph over every obstacle life presents. If we "look to the hill which cometh at our help..." than there are no limits for those who love the Lord. Reach for the stars and the sky won't limit your destiny and success in life.

No Limits!

 

Mother's Special Day

Happy Mother's Day!

Being a mother is a gift from God and a responsibility that came without any instructions, right? Of course, being a mother does not come with an instruction manual. Have you ever heard your mother say, "I did the best I knew how to do"? Sure you have heard this statement or some other statement from your mother. Hence, it is true that we model our parents (generational) parenting styles with our children; unless, we choose to learn or create a different parenting-style with our children.

What makes motherhood beautiful? I have a few thoughts about why the ability to give life to a child is so precious and worthy of this special day to celebrate you, Mother's.

1. You get 9 months to bond with the child before giving birth (i.e. feeling

them grow)

2. You get the joy and pain of experiencing childbirth & populating the

world

3. You were given the ability to give life to one of God's greatest

creations, Children

4. The joy of birthing another generation of you and your spouse

5. The privilege of child-rearing to produce productive citizens who make

contributions to the world (i.e. professionals, general labors, parents,

ministers, president/first lady)

6. The honor of becoming a grand-parent to see another generation of your

children, and so on

Let's take this day and everyday to celebrate the mother's who are still with us, to remember those who have past away, and pray for those who are away from their children.


I LOVE YOU to my mother for your love, support, spiritual guidance, nurturing, discipline, prayers, and words of wisdom to make me the woman I am today!

Tribute to Mother's http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DP3Ot1Opj-E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs2vaWKdEk8  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHjBKm17mcw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7W75O-x2C3s  



 

Hello World

Do you want to reach your love one or clients across the world with a personal video message? If so, check out the below information about HelloWorld.




HelloWorld is one comprehensive web-based digital

media platform that allows users to create, transcode, store,

manage and share all their digital assets online, including

photos, videos, music and documents.

helloWorld offers...



• A robust email client offering text and streaming video

features.

• A fully interactive calendar that can be shared and

synched with others.

• Personalized profile pages for social networking.

You can even...

• Webcast live to 1 or 100s of viewers in a Private, Public or

Pay-Per-View show.

• Simultaneously record your webcast for continual on demand

play.

• Record, import and instantly transcode your videos into

multiple movie formats including H264 for podcasting.

• Upload, store and blog your photos and music files in a

simple drag and drop format.

• Video chat with up to 4 participants.



The VMdirect business opportunity is built around the convergence of

three mega-trends that will redefine the way the world communicates,

digital marketing, social networking, and streaming video.

The opportunity to represent our flagship product, the Studio (helloWorld),

the world’s first web-based digital platform fully integrated with

streaming video that enables consumers to create, transcode,

store, manage, and share all of their digital assets, including all

their email correspondence, photos, videos, and music.



For more information about the Studio and/or the VMdirect opportunity, contact LaShawne Pryor at lashawne@helloworld.com. Tune in to www.timingovertalent.net on Monday at 8pm eastern standard time.



 

Blossom

Isn't it wonderful to watch the blossom of a flower! It is amazing to know that we can plant a seed, water it, nurture it; and, if we have the "green thumb" -watch it blossom into something beautiful.

Have you planted any seeds lately in someones life? Have you nurtured your Naturalist N-Stnc to blossom? Many people talk about what they would like to do in life or for a community (seed); but, rarely make a plan to nurture their Naturalist N-Stnc (idea) into a blooming flower. How can you make a flower blossom?

Here are a few "green thumb" suggestions:

• Make a list of things you want to blossom in your personal, financial, and spiritual life;

• Set realistic goals to plant those seeds (start) and remain "grounded" to them;

• Make a time-frame to "water" each of those seeds (goals) i.e. 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, etc.;

• Spend time daily with your target seeds (goals) to nurture (grow) them;

• Network with others that can help you blossom into a flower (success); and,

• If the flower withers that doesn't mean it's dead; nurture it or re-plant it (re-arrange goals) & it should replenish or blossom!

Birth the Naturalist N-Stnc in you; start living the life you want to live with personal, financial, and spiritual freedom! "Golden" Flower-- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQdmrFrM5lE

 

Happy Valentines Day

It is so wonderful to have such a blissful day set aside in the U.S. to celebrate the affection/love of couples around the world. Nevertheless, I must ask is Valentines Day only one day or every day of your life?

 Have you thought about whether you show your affection to your intimate partner as if it would be the last time you would be in their presence. I wonder if all couples thought this way...would there be a decrease in divorce rates?, domestic violence?; and, perhaps an increase in birthrates, family vacations, and weddings. Love is truly a gift from God...cherish it and be open to receiving it from family, friends, intimate partners/spouses.


LOVE : PATIENCE, KINDNESS, FORGIVENESS, WISE, RECONCILE, KISSES, HUGS, PASSION, INTIMACY, COMPASSION, TRUE. UNITY, SPIRITUAL, UNDERSTANDING, POETIC, SONGS OF SOLOMON

10 Ideas of Ways to Show Love

1. Kiss before going to bed, waking, leaving for work, and return from work.

2. Surprises: a gift, roses, unexpected gestures, words, acts of kindness, or visits

3. Give love coupons: pampering for the week, intimate wish of the night, etc.

4. Hug, Share poetry, Cook a romantic dinner, Give a Massage, do recreation activities , pray together daily

5. Gaze in true blissfulness into each others eyes and share words of love/affection

6. Learn your Love Languages and use them daily

7. Dance: salsa, ballroom, belly dance, tango, square dance, street dance, etc.

8. Go to Church together, have a family day, share precious memories

9. Remember the reason you Grew in Love or said 'I Do'

10. Everyday is Valentines Day...do something lovely everyday!

Portrait of Love: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXMx-L7ePHk

So Beautiful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIAGPVgzhnU



 

Natural N-Stnc of Sharing

It's so natural for me to share ideas, resources, and information to all who aspire to achieve their life dreams (goals). Sharing is like "planting a seed" into a persons life that will have an everlasting impact.

It brings me joy to share this free resource with you, please click the link to gain a wealth of knowledge http://www.blackwomenetwork.com/

This e-book will motivate & inspire online entrepreneurs, simply said by the author, LaShanda Henry, "This guide is a must read for sistas interested in either building their business online or simply discovering new, quality Black Sites Online."

Thank you LaShanda for sharing your expertise with us!

Remember, each day is another chance to move closer to your dreams http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOL7VwE9s4Y