Happy New Year 2020

We have all been reading about the sad California story of little 8-year-old Jahi McGrath, who was declared legally dead (no brain-wave activity) after an operation, but whose parents have moved her from the hospital to an undisclosed location and have insisted that she is not dead, and that she will be kept "alive" by a feeding tube and respirator. Who can not be moved to tears by this tragedy? Who can not sympathize with these parents, who expected that she would come out of the operation alive and physically healthier. But she didn't. What an awful experience for them and their family. And yet, we do wonder, why these parents refuse to accept the medical decision? Actually, the answer is simple: they don't want to lose their dear Jahi, and they will do everything they can to keep her alive. There are three gates through which mourners must walk in order to recover and move forward: 1. Accept the death of your loved one. This means, in this case, t...

So many consumers, myself included, would love to be able to make that perfect cup of espresso in their own home. I would give anything to be able to just wake up, roll out of bed and walk over into the kitchen in the privacy of my own home and make a great espresso. It always seems like the best espresso is always made from a professional machine. Those large professional machines, take up a great deal of space and cost a significant amount of money. It seems like nothing compares to the style of espresso or a cappuccino that comes from a professional machine. Retailers sell similar machines, which are smaller and significantly less expensive. The downside of these machines, is that the parts are made of plastic most often and they fall apart and break down only after a few months of usage. Everytime I have attempted to make an espresso or froth milk for a cappuccino from one of those machines, it turns into an absolute disaster. I gave up. I opted for the Starbucks on the corner in...

In this lesson I will teach you how to say Happy New Year in Spanish. I will also tell you how Christmas is celebrated in Colombia while teaching you some new vocabulary words. This is how you say Happy New Year in Spanish: "Feliz año nuevo!" But in Colombia they simply say "Feliz año!" My first year in Colombia I celebrated the Christmas holidays in Barranquilla, Colombia. But every year after that I celebrated the Christmas holidays in Medellin. Barranquilla and Medellin, just like the rest of Latin America, actually celebrate Christmas on Christmas Eve, the 24th. HAPPY NEW YEAR GREETINGS Every year, I have a typical Colombian Christmas dinner here: A dinner consisting of "pollo relleno" (stuffed chicken), "buñuelos" (I'd describe these as fried cheese balls), "natilla" (raw sugar pudding). The only difference between my Christmas dinner in Barranquilla and my the one in Medellin is that my new "...

Happy New Year! Well I have begun my New Year the way I've started many others. Determined and depressed. How can you have the same feelings at the same time? Oh well, I promised to be honest, so we will be more determined together ok? There are two sides to depression, the feeling and the action(or inaction as the case may be). It is not good to suppress your feelings but it is not good to be dictated by them either. Acknowledge your feelings! " I don't want to write this, I don't want to do anything!" " I'm off of work today!" "I just want to go back to bed!" "I can't eat if I'm sleeping right?" Does that make us feel better? Probably not but this does. I'm writing. Action slowly causes those feelings to disapate. If not then you might need to seek professional help. Still with me? Then Let's begin! I listed foods that I like that are good to eat and here are a few: 1. Whole grain and natural carbohydra...

Happy New Years! It is 2017 and there are so many new year goals that will be met. If you are just like me and you are striving to build a company from the ground up, there are some ground rules that you must follow. In every business, whether it is big or small, there are certain formulas or recipes that must be followed. One of the things that you must understand in business is you must be flexible. In addition, there are a couple skills that you must master. the first skill is good planning and the second skill is organizational skills. Those two skills must be mastered before going to the next step. Assuming you have already mastered these skills, I will talk about more skills you must master in order to have a great and thriving business. The first skill that you must master for the new years is keeping detailed records. All successful business models require detailed records. By keeping detailed records, you will be able to better understand where your business is a...

Happy New Year Strange to see those words in the middle of June but over 95% of New Years fitness resolutions have been forgotten, abandoned or just plain discarded for "higher priorities" by now. Sure people are frustrated, discouraged, and miserable with their current condition... but feeling that way about ones health and body doesn't determine whether or not they'll be successful in making a real change. Why? Well, there are many reasons for fitness failure. And as a fitness professional I see them all the time. It's now summer time, beach season and time to reveal those bodies to the sun and warm weather. How many people made it to the finish line? How many are still keeping up on their fitness resolutions to be healthy and fit? Here are 5 reasons fitness programs fail. 1. Incomplete programs- starting a strength-training program, with no attention paid to nutrition. Or beginning a cardio program without addressing strength ...

Happy New Year and Happy Birthday Capricorn!!! Capricorn holds the secret to the fountain of youth. They appear so practical and serious throughout their early years that everyone thinks Capricorns skipped childhood. Patience is their finest quality and it would seem that Capricorns are holding out, patiently waiting until 29ish before letting down the wall of serious face. Capricorn will get all the ducks in a row along with a 401K before committing to wild and random crazy stuff. Remember the symbol of Capricorn is the tireless mountain goat. Endurance and persistence motivates this earth sign to climb higher and reach for success. The smell of money and the clink of change keep Capricorn interested. They are the quintessential savers. If you love a Capricorn do not expect a joint bank account. Buy your lover the best of everything because to them looking good is key. Do not, however, be fooled by their taciturn façade because under the designer clothes lives a stand up-lau...

I wish to commune with you today for the passage of this new year. The cycle of time is something which is at the same time inexorable and beautiful. The cycle of seasons, stars, the constant changes that are shaking our lives are all small stones arranged in the path of our lives to show us our way back home, back to the divine infinite, that lost paradise that we must claim as it is our fundamental right to return to this state of grace. For most of you and as for me, 2010 was a year of changes, a year with many new ideas that have sprouted and a year during which life took you off guard sometimes quite brutally. However, these rude awakening should not be condemned but rather honored. For all the changes and challenges that stand are as many opportunities to find your true self, to show the world and yourself the flame that resides in your heart. When I talk about spirituality, people often tell me that it is illogical to believe in a god that would leave many things hap...

Happy New Year! It's a time for wiping the slate clean and making a fresh start. We'll make resolutions that we hope will improve our lives - we'll vow to lose weight, get out of debt or get organized. To make 2010 the best year ever, try this: as a married partner, determine to do whatever it takes to improve your relationship with your spouse. Research shows that if husbands and wives will channel their energy and creativity towards strengthening their relationship, our families will be healthier, our children will be happier, and we as individuals will increase our emotional, mental, spiritual and physical well-being. New Year's Resolutions to consider: Adopt a pro-active, growth-related attitude about your relationship - maintain control rather than putting it on autopilot Spend more time together as a couple - quantity and quality go hand-in-hand Schedule regular date nights with your spouse. Write it on the calendar in ink! Set aside time each da...

"Happy New Year" is a common phrase used every year to represent a "new beginning". This year it is 2012 that symbolizes a fresh start for everyone. There is always something great about the start of a year because it stands for challenge, hope, planning and the ability to "make things happen". Running a successful business is not easy. It involves planning, organization, being prepared for the unprepared, and remaining on-top of an unpredictable environment. It involves predicting trends, taking risks, and drawing conclusions about situations where the outcome may not be so clear-cut. Here are a few critical elements for any company that wants to survive the erratic environment of the business world, prosper and succeed into the future. Business success is reliant upon watching the market and planning the right moves at the right time. Working in any niche business requires a firm understanding of the needs, and the flexibility to change and ada...

CAPRICORN is patient, frugal and strict. There are rules to abide and Capricorn is the authority of enforcement. Practical and persistent, Capricorn has goals to achieve. Known as the astrological mountain climber, Capricorn is always striving to succeed and rise above the crowds. Materialistic and aware of the tangible, Capricorn folk can handle finances with ease and wisdom. This sign does not fantasize, if there are castles to be built then Capricorn wants concrete and a crew putting in the foundation. The planet Saturn, the taskmaster, rules Capricorn, and it takes these folk almost twenty-nine years to learn their lessons well. Once he or she passes that magic age, things tend to ease up. They grow older but get younger and funnier. Capricorn has a very dry sense of humor that is the trademark of a good stand-up comedian. If fame passes him or her by, no worries, they can still entertain friends and strangers alike with their one- liners. If you love a Capricorn give him...