Have you ever just stopped and observed a child?
Those of you that are parents or teachers can
reply with a resounding YES!! But, have you
REALLY observed a child?
I have two precious children and I consider myself
to be the most blessed person in the world to have
them in my life! Many times at nights when they
are in bed, I just sit and reflect over the day and
the many joys they brought my way!
What in our day to day routine has stolen our "simple
pleasures in life"? I am sure just the many
things that keep us occupied on a daily basis has
stunted our joy in simple things.
Today, I observed the long period of joy that one
simple balloon brought my 1 year old. She forgot
that she was tired, that she was hungry, that she
was....everything for that period of time!
Today, I also observed the hours and hours of joy
that a new puppy brought my 4 year old. That
was her birthday wish...a new little friend. To be
honest with you, I have never been much of an
"animal" type of person, but to see the excitement
and joy on her face, it even made me like the little
guy!
Step back in time......to those childhood days when the
simpliest things made you happy...and for days! We
all could use more of that, don't you think? Purpose
today to be excited about that new friend you met at
work, that new dish you made for dinner, that new
idea you had for your family or home based business.
Look for the simple things that make life grand!
I promise you, it will reduce a lot of the normal stress
that use to fill your days!
Wishing you a day FULL of "simple things!!"
Deborah
www.choosemiabella.com
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008
I thanked a Soldier today!
I thanked a Soldier today!
Have you ever said "thank you" to a soldier that you saw in a store,
a restaurant or at an airport? I know that I have passed by
100's of soldiers in my lifetime, and to my shame, I never once have
stopped to thank them for what they have done for our Country
and for MY freedom, until today!
The past few months, I have been teaching my 4 year old
about the many sacrifices that soldiers make for us on a
daily basis. She could not imagine that they were often
not home with their families for Christmas!! (that is a
big family event for us!) She was also concerned that they
often do not get much sleep.
I have told her that when we see a soldier, we should thank
them for what they do for us! Well, while we were out today,
we stopped for a bite to eat. I could tell that something had
caught my 4 year old's eye. She finally whispered to me,
"Mommy, there are some soldiers". I turned around to see
them and told her that "yes" she was right! She continued to ask
questions about them. She was not going to be content until
we went over and thanked them for what they do for us. I must say,
to my shame, I really did not want to go over there, not because
I did not want to thank them, but because I did not want to
disturb their lunch. But, I knew I had to, because that has been
something I have been telling her that we should do! So, there we
went - hand in hand to thank the soldiers.
As we approached their table, I said "Excuse me. I am sorry to
bother you." As soon as I opened my mouth, I saw 2 Marines
quickly jump to their feet. I was touched by their politness.
I told them why we were there - that I had been teaching my
daughter about solders and what they do for us. I also mentioned
to them that I have been teaching her that she needs to thank them
for the many sacrifices they make. I could tell that they were almost
speechless - like they were not use to being thanked!
I saw these fine soldiers throw out their hands to shake the hand
of the proudest 4 year old in the world! One then said, "Can I have
a hug?" I thought he would just reach down to hug her, but he
grabbed her in his arms and lifted her all the way up!
I walked away with the happiest child in the restaurant and a heart
full of shame for having not done this sooner. But you know what,
I think we too left behind a couple happy Marines, for we showed our
appreciation to them. I told my daughter that I bet we were the
only ones that did thank them the entire day. How sad!
How hard is it to thank someone for the sacrifices they make
day in and day out so that we can have our freedom? It is very
simple...and should be a necessity. How appropriate that
today was Memorial Day!
I am writing this shortly after I tucked my 4 year old in for the
night. Do you know what she wanted to tell her daddy as
he was kissing her goodnight? This is what she said: "Daddy,
there were two Marine soldiers and they shook my hand. The
one wanted to hug me. Mommy thought he would just reach
down to hug me, but he picked me all the way up!" Then
she said to me, "Mommy, did that really happen today, or
was I just dreaming?" "No, honey you were not dreaming, it
really did happen!" Then she fell asleep, with a smile on her
face....for she thanked a Soldier today!
Deborah
http://www.choosemiabella.com/
Have you ever said "thank you" to a soldier that you saw in a store,
a restaurant or at an airport? I know that I have passed by
100's of soldiers in my lifetime, and to my shame, I never once have
stopped to thank them for what they have done for our Country
and for MY freedom, until today!
The past few months, I have been teaching my 4 year old
about the many sacrifices that soldiers make for us on a
daily basis. She could not imagine that they were often
not home with their families for Christmas!! (that is a
big family event for us!) She was also concerned that they
often do not get much sleep.
I have told her that when we see a soldier, we should thank
them for what they do for us! Well, while we were out today,
we stopped for a bite to eat. I could tell that something had
caught my 4 year old's eye. She finally whispered to me,
"Mommy, there are some soldiers". I turned around to see
them and told her that "yes" she was right! She continued to ask
questions about them. She was not going to be content until
we went over and thanked them for what they do for us. I must say,
to my shame, I really did not want to go over there, not because
I did not want to thank them, but because I did not want to
disturb their lunch. But, I knew I had to, because that has been
something I have been telling her that we should do! So, there we
went - hand in hand to thank the soldiers.
As we approached their table, I said "Excuse me. I am sorry to
bother you." As soon as I opened my mouth, I saw 2 Marines
quickly jump to their feet. I was touched by their politness.
I told them why we were there - that I had been teaching my
daughter about solders and what they do for us. I also mentioned
to them that I have been teaching her that she needs to thank them
for the many sacrifices they make. I could tell that they were almost
speechless - like they were not use to being thanked!
I saw these fine soldiers throw out their hands to shake the hand
of the proudest 4 year old in the world! One then said, "Can I have
a hug?" I thought he would just reach down to hug her, but he
grabbed her in his arms and lifted her all the way up!
I walked away with the happiest child in the restaurant and a heart
full of shame for having not done this sooner. But you know what,
I think we too left behind a couple happy Marines, for we showed our
appreciation to them. I told my daughter that I bet we were the
only ones that did thank them the entire day. How sad!
How hard is it to thank someone for the sacrifices they make
day in and day out so that we can have our freedom? It is very
simple...and should be a necessity. How appropriate that
today was Memorial Day!
I am writing this shortly after I tucked my 4 year old in for the
night. Do you know what she wanted to tell her daddy as
he was kissing her goodnight? This is what she said: "Daddy,
there were two Marine soldiers and they shook my hand. The
one wanted to hug me. Mommy thought he would just reach
down to hug me, but he picked me all the way up!" Then
she said to me, "Mommy, did that really happen today, or
was I just dreaming?" "No, honey you were not dreaming, it
really did happen!" Then she fell asleep, with a smile on her
face....for she thanked a Soldier today!
Deborah
http://www.choosemiabella.com/
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Looking for a Home Based Business
First of all, should you look for a home based business....
YES!!
Why am I so definite about that? Think about
it. Are times changing? YES! Is the economy
changing? YES! Is Corporate America changing?
YES! Are prices changing? YES! By all means, you
need a second form of income....and then you need to
be able to make that second form your full time income.
As a home based business coach, I talk to people daily!
Many tell me that they just got laid off, are needing
more time at home, are tired of the 6 am - 6 pm shifts.
What do they all have in common? The need for a
home based business.
Well you may be thinking, I don't have time for a home
based business. My reply, you don't have time NOT
to have one.
So, maybe I have the wheels turning for you just a little.
You are scared of another non-legitimate business, right?
Yes, there are many scams out there. Let me give you a
few tips on finding what is right for YOU!
Find an opportunity that:
1. Does NOT require a large start up.
2. Does NOT require sales quotas. You do not need the
stress of losing your status if you miss a % one month.
3. Does NOT require a LARGE fee each month to
continue.
4. Has excellent resources and training.
5. Has integrity and honesty at the core.
6. Does NOT have hidden monthly fees.
7. Has a great compensation plan - if doing MLM
8. Has a good standing with the BBB.
9. Is something YOU like and enjoy - you want it to
be fun and enjoyable too!
10. Gives you the opportunity to make suggestions
and to be heard!
Remember, there ARE such opportunities out there.
If it sounds too good to be true (like: make $5,000.00 an
hour, then it probably is too good to be true!)
Does a home based business take time and effort!
Absolutely! Do not go into a business thinking they will
do all the work for you! You need to take pride in YOUR
business...after all...it is YOURS!
As a business coach, I always tell prospective thinkers that
I truly want what is best for them. You will not see me
twisiting someone's arm to join my team. Would I be glad to
have them? I would consider it a great honor to be their
sponsor, but I also want them to be happy with their
decision. After all, HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY!
I will treat all business partners the way I would want to
be treated.....and I mean that!
Find that home based business! It could change your life!
It is most definitely worth looking into. Remember,
search for honesty and integrity - they will both be key players
down the line!
Deborah
Team Leader and Business Coach
www.choosemiabella.com
YES!!
Why am I so definite about that? Think about
it. Are times changing? YES! Is the economy
changing? YES! Is Corporate America changing?
YES! Are prices changing? YES! By all means, you
need a second form of income....and then you need to
be able to make that second form your full time income.
As a home based business coach, I talk to people daily!
Many tell me that they just got laid off, are needing
more time at home, are tired of the 6 am - 6 pm shifts.
What do they all have in common? The need for a
home based business.
Well you may be thinking, I don't have time for a home
based business. My reply, you don't have time NOT
to have one.
So, maybe I have the wheels turning for you just a little.
You are scared of another non-legitimate business, right?
Yes, there are many scams out there. Let me give you a
few tips on finding what is right for YOU!
Find an opportunity that:
1. Does NOT require a large start up.
2. Does NOT require sales quotas. You do not need the
stress of losing your status if you miss a % one month.
3. Does NOT require a LARGE fee each month to
continue.
4. Has excellent resources and training.
5. Has integrity and honesty at the core.
6. Does NOT have hidden monthly fees.
7. Has a great compensation plan - if doing MLM
8. Has a good standing with the BBB.
9. Is something YOU like and enjoy - you want it to
be fun and enjoyable too!
10. Gives you the opportunity to make suggestions
and to be heard!
Remember, there ARE such opportunities out there.
If it sounds too good to be true (like: make $5,000.00 an
hour, then it probably is too good to be true!)
Does a home based business take time and effort!
Absolutely! Do not go into a business thinking they will
do all the work for you! You need to take pride in YOUR
business...after all...it is YOURS!
As a business coach, I always tell prospective thinkers that
I truly want what is best for them. You will not see me
twisiting someone's arm to join my team. Would I be glad to
have them? I would consider it a great honor to be their
sponsor, but I also want them to be happy with their
decision. After all, HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY!
I will treat all business partners the way I would want to
be treated.....and I mean that!
Find that home based business! It could change your life!
It is most definitely worth looking into. Remember,
search for honesty and integrity - they will both be key players
down the line!
Deborah
Team Leader and Business Coach
www.choosemiabella.com
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Don't give up!
Are you about to quit?
WOW! What a rather direct question. If so, what
is it that you are contemplating putting an end
to? Is it a diet? KEEP IT UP! Is it a home
based business? KEEP IT UP! Is is a project?
KEEP IT UP! Is it a home improvement? KEEP IT UP!
Okay, I think you get the idea! I am not a quitter!
Let's look at each of the above. I remember after
the birth of my children, I had a goal...and I was
going to make it! I was not going to let extra pounds
gained during pregnancy stick around as a souvenir
of the past 9 months. I did not look at this goal as a
challenge! I saw it IN ADVANCE as a trophy!
It felt great each time I put on that pre-pregnancy
outfit...and it fit!! It was worth each chocolate chip
cookie I passed up!
I remember last summer taking on the very difficult
task of laying the kitchen floor, all by myself! We have
a large kitchen...and it even seemed much larger at the
time! I remember halfway through, and probably
about 2 AM, that I wished I had never taken on the
job. Although, everyday I look at my new floor and
cannot imagine why I did not do it 2 years ago! Isn't
it funny how "thoughts" change AFTER the fact?
What about a home based business? Yes, there
are bumps along the way, but what are you
made of? If I had quit each time I hit a bump in
my business, I would have been done a long time
ago. Just like the kitchen floor, I wake up everyday
so thankful that I "stuck" with my home based
business. The benefits have been MUCH greater
than any "bump" in the road along the way!
So, what is it today that is causing you to want
to quit? Do not see it as an obstacle, see the end
product - even though it is through a foggy glass
right now!
HANG IN THERE!! You'll be glad you did! It is
often not the situation that needs to change, as
humbling as it may seem....if is often WE that need the
changing!
Deborah
http://www.choosemiabella.com/
WOW! What a rather direct question. If so, what
is it that you are contemplating putting an end
to? Is it a diet? KEEP IT UP! Is it a home
based business? KEEP IT UP! Is is a project?
KEEP IT UP! Is it a home improvement? KEEP IT UP!
Okay, I think you get the idea! I am not a quitter!
Let's look at each of the above. I remember after
the birth of my children, I had a goal...and I was
going to make it! I was not going to let extra pounds
gained during pregnancy stick around as a souvenir
of the past 9 months. I did not look at this goal as a
challenge! I saw it IN ADVANCE as a trophy!
It felt great each time I put on that pre-pregnancy
outfit...and it fit!! It was worth each chocolate chip
cookie I passed up!
I remember last summer taking on the very difficult
task of laying the kitchen floor, all by myself! We have
a large kitchen...and it even seemed much larger at the
time! I remember halfway through, and probably
about 2 AM, that I wished I had never taken on the
job. Although, everyday I look at my new floor and
cannot imagine why I did not do it 2 years ago! Isn't
it funny how "thoughts" change AFTER the fact?
What about a home based business? Yes, there
are bumps along the way, but what are you
made of? If I had quit each time I hit a bump in
my business, I would have been done a long time
ago. Just like the kitchen floor, I wake up everyday
so thankful that I "stuck" with my home based
business. The benefits have been MUCH greater
than any "bump" in the road along the way!
So, what is it today that is causing you to want
to quit? Do not see it as an obstacle, see the end
product - even though it is through a foggy glass
right now!
HANG IN THERE!! You'll be glad you did! It is
often not the situation that needs to change, as
humbling as it may seem....if is often WE that need the
changing!
Deborah
http://www.choosemiabella.com/
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Goals
What is it that makes a person "go above and beyond"?
What is it that makes an athlete drain himself of all
physical energy day after day? What is it that makes
a person give until there is is nothing else to give? It
is because of and for a GOAL!
What are your goals? Are they filled with vision? Are
they limited? Are they motivated? Are they shallow?
Are they filled with drive and dtermination? These are
questions that only YOU as an individual can answer.
I challenge each of you to maximize your goals. What do I
mean? Be the person that "goes above and beyond." Maybe
you have had some shallow goals - raise the bar! Maybe
you have doubted yourself - increase your confidence. Maybe
you have been scared of failure - do not let past situations
hinder your abilities to "go above and beyond".
You know, often the greatest things develop because of past
failures. After all, failure is experience!! You have not
failed at something...you have gained experience. Be brave!
Determine to accomplish your goals, even if you "trip"
a couple times along the way!
Before becoming a work at home mom, I was a teacher.
I trained future teachers on the college level. I also was a
Music teacher. With the teaching of both Music and Education,
my students were always in the lime light! Many handled
it with ease, yet the rest would have rather been 6 foot under
than to stand in front of their peers.
What was the common mindset of both groups of students?
They were scared of messing up! You know what I would often say
to them: "the best thing that could happen to you IS TO MESS
UP!" WOW - not what you would expect to hear from the mouth
of a teacher, right? Why did I say that? Because I knew that
IF they messed up, and tried it again, they would quickly see
that there IS life after "failures". I also wanted them to see that
IF you mess up and try again, you normally will do better the
second time, and the third time, and....you get the picture.
If Eddison had "quit", you'd be sitting reading this entry in the
dark ! If YOU had quit, your family would be_________ - you
fill in the blank. Okay, so it is hard to fail, sure it is, but it is even
harder to not have a goal. If you don't have a goal, you for sure
will not reach it!
So, what are your goals? Are you ready to raise the bar? I sure
am! I have a vision, and I will work diligently to see the light,
even if at the end of the tunnel!
Deborah
www.choosemiabella.com
What is it that makes an athlete drain himself of all
physical energy day after day? What is it that makes
a person give until there is is nothing else to give? It
is because of and for a GOAL!
What are your goals? Are they filled with vision? Are
they limited? Are they motivated? Are they shallow?
Are they filled with drive and dtermination? These are
questions that only YOU as an individual can answer.
I challenge each of you to maximize your goals. What do I
mean? Be the person that "goes above and beyond." Maybe
you have had some shallow goals - raise the bar! Maybe
you have doubted yourself - increase your confidence. Maybe
you have been scared of failure - do not let past situations
hinder your abilities to "go above and beyond".
You know, often the greatest things develop because of past
failures. After all, failure is experience!! You have not
failed at something...you have gained experience. Be brave!
Determine to accomplish your goals, even if you "trip"
a couple times along the way!
Before becoming a work at home mom, I was a teacher.
I trained future teachers on the college level. I also was a
Music teacher. With the teaching of both Music and Education,
my students were always in the lime light! Many handled
it with ease, yet the rest would have rather been 6 foot under
than to stand in front of their peers.
What was the common mindset of both groups of students?
They were scared of messing up! You know what I would often say
to them: "the best thing that could happen to you IS TO MESS
UP!" WOW - not what you would expect to hear from the mouth
of a teacher, right? Why did I say that? Because I knew that
IF they messed up, and tried it again, they would quickly see
that there IS life after "failures". I also wanted them to see that
IF you mess up and try again, you normally will do better the
second time, and the third time, and....you get the picture.
If Eddison had "quit", you'd be sitting reading this entry in the
dark ! If YOU had quit, your family would be_________ - you
fill in the blank. Okay, so it is hard to fail, sure it is, but it is even
harder to not have a goal. If you don't have a goal, you for sure
will not reach it!
So, what are your goals? Are you ready to raise the bar? I sure
am! I have a vision, and I will work diligently to see the light,
even if at the end of the tunnel!
Deborah
www.choosemiabella.com
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Mothers
As I sit here on the eve of Mother's Day, I have many
thoughts racing through my mind. I have the fondest
memories of a loving, giving mother, but I also
stop to reflect on the two little people that now
call ME mom.
Nothing will change a person like the day they lay
that beautiful child in your arms. That child you
carried for 9 months. All those 270 +/- days you spent
planning, dreaming and loving that soon to be gift in
your home. You go from being a person, to the most
needed person in the world. Maybe you adopted a
child, well your feelings are just the same, I am sure.
You are giving a child a chance in life. I admire you
tremendously!
Five years ago, (that's hard to believe..where does
time go?) when they laid that precious little girl in my
arms, I remember the thoughts I had. Will I be everything
she needs? Will I be able to meet all her needs? How will
I be the best mom I can be? As I look back over the past
five years, I can say, YES!! I am able to be what she needs.
I am able to meet her needs. And as humbling as it is, she
tells me that I am the best mom in the world!
As mothers, we have such an amazing influence on our
children. The other day, I was watching the way my five
year old acts with my 1 year old. She is like a mother hen.
She is protective, loving, caring...and not one ounce of
jealousy! She always brings something home to baby sister.
She can be given a "treat", and she will save half for
her "little friend".
Why is she so loving and nuturing of our baby? I can
honestly say that I feel as comfortable with my 5 year old
in a room with my youngest as I would if there was
an adult in the room. Of course, I do not leave them alone,
but I feel she is as good a caregiveer as there is! You do have
to understand that my 5 year old acts...and sometimes I think
she really is...as mature as a 12 year old! Not to brag on myself,
but from the first day our baby was home, I told my oldest
that her baby sister would always be her best friend, that she
would have to look out for her, and that baby sister needed her.
I planted a seed, that is growing like crazy! Does it bother me
when my 5 year old says, "Mom I love sissy more than I love you".
Absolutely not!! I want them to always be close and each other's
best friends. She loves me as her mom - and sissy as her best friend!
I look back on my childhood and once again I think..and know....I
had the world's greatest mom! She was always there! (that is
another reason why I encourage you moms to work from
home!) She is the most giving person in the world! Many times
mom gave when was difficult, I am sure! You know, I never heard
my mom say she didn't have money. Even though, I am sure
there were many times she did not! She did not want to bring
extra worries to us! Mom always said she did not like
steak. Did she? Sure she did, but she wanted us to have it instead.
She never liked that last piece of pie! Now I know that she did,
but she was saving it for us! The same reason why she always
"liked" the generic products better...so WE could have the brand
name! It's all in the word "MOM", isn't it?? When I think of that
word - I think of: love, selflessness, compassion, giving,
nurturing......MY MOM!
You know, the same thing is true today. When I sit to eat something
and I hear those little feet walking in the room, and a big gasp of
surprise in her voice that says, "Mom, that looks so good". What are
the first words out of my mouth? "Here, take it! I would love for
you to have it!" After all, leave off the "M" in Mother and what do
you have?...."Others"!
I love you, Mom! It is an honor to be your daughter! I love you
girls! It is the greatest honor in the world to be called YOUR MOM!
thoughts racing through my mind. I have the fondest
memories of a loving, giving mother, but I also
stop to reflect on the two little people that now
call ME mom.
Nothing will change a person like the day they lay
that beautiful child in your arms. That child you
carried for 9 months. All those 270 +/- days you spent
planning, dreaming and loving that soon to be gift in
your home. You go from being a person, to the most
needed person in the world. Maybe you adopted a
child, well your feelings are just the same, I am sure.
You are giving a child a chance in life. I admire you
tremendously!
Five years ago, (that's hard to believe..where does
time go?) when they laid that precious little girl in my
arms, I remember the thoughts I had. Will I be everything
she needs? Will I be able to meet all her needs? How will
I be the best mom I can be? As I look back over the past
five years, I can say, YES!! I am able to be what she needs.
I am able to meet her needs. And as humbling as it is, she
tells me that I am the best mom in the world!
As mothers, we have such an amazing influence on our
children. The other day, I was watching the way my five
year old acts with my 1 year old. She is like a mother hen.
She is protective, loving, caring...and not one ounce of
jealousy! She always brings something home to baby sister.
She can be given a "treat", and she will save half for
her "little friend".
Why is she so loving and nuturing of our baby? I can
honestly say that I feel as comfortable with my 5 year old
in a room with my youngest as I would if there was
an adult in the room. Of course, I do not leave them alone,
but I feel she is as good a caregiveer as there is! You do have
to understand that my 5 year old acts...and sometimes I think
she really is...as mature as a 12 year old! Not to brag on myself,
but from the first day our baby was home, I told my oldest
that her baby sister would always be her best friend, that she
would have to look out for her, and that baby sister needed her.
I planted a seed, that is growing like crazy! Does it bother me
when my 5 year old says, "Mom I love sissy more than I love you".
Absolutely not!! I want them to always be close and each other's
best friends. She loves me as her mom - and sissy as her best friend!
I look back on my childhood and once again I think..and know....I
had the world's greatest mom! She was always there! (that is
another reason why I encourage you moms to work from
home!) She is the most giving person in the world! Many times
mom gave when was difficult, I am sure! You know, I never heard
my mom say she didn't have money. Even though, I am sure
there were many times she did not! She did not want to bring
extra worries to us! Mom always said she did not like
steak. Did she? Sure she did, but she wanted us to have it instead.
She never liked that last piece of pie! Now I know that she did,
but she was saving it for us! The same reason why she always
"liked" the generic products better...so WE could have the brand
name! It's all in the word "MOM", isn't it?? When I think of that
word - I think of: love, selflessness, compassion, giving,
nurturing......MY MOM!
You know, the same thing is true today. When I sit to eat something
and I hear those little feet walking in the room, and a big gasp of
surprise in her voice that says, "Mom, that looks so good". What are
the first words out of my mouth? "Here, take it! I would love for
you to have it!" After all, leave off the "M" in Mother and what do
you have?...."Others"!
I love you, Mom! It is an honor to be your daughter! I love you
girls! It is the greatest honor in the world to be called YOUR MOM!
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