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