New Interest...

Good Evening!

Just a quick note - I think I may have found my spiritual home.. I have found over time as I do believe in God and that their is a higher power than us, I find myself very tied to the earth and the heavens.  Take tonight for example, as it is now dark when I leave work (thanks a lot time change!), I looked up to the Western sky to see the moon making its descent only to "pass" a planet.  As I look up at the sky to these giant rocks, I feel calm.  As is whenever I'm near water, it's very soothing.

My name has a watery meaning - depending on the source here are some of the meanings:
    from/of the lake
    calm waters
    waterfall
    lake
    pretty
   
well, you get the idea.

Also being the fish sign of the Zodiac - Pisces - well, I have a thing for water and the outdoors.

I've longed for years to have a spiritual home.  I've been to church, don't get me wrong.  I enjoy the people, the signing, I do have issue with some things, which is what has kept me from really accepting any one religion.

I've been to Unitarian Church (closest to my thoughts), Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, Southern Baptist.  I would like to go to a Catholic church once to honor my Grandparents,  Preferably the midnight Mass on Christmas Eve.

The new home I feel close to lending myself to is old and ancient, long before Christianity came into being, before the Kings.  There were, excuse me - are, Gods and Goddesses that have been believed in over the centuries, there is a belief in the earth, the heavens and more.  I need that more.  In my searching, the old Celtic practices and Pagan thoughts feel good to me.  It honors the planet, it honors yourself.  I think I remember hearing something about "not idolizing" things, I know this may start something, but I'm gonna put it out there - if that is the case and you take it very literal - do you not Idolize Jesus - to an extent? People have crosses with the nailed body the man that died for our sins. Sounds a little like idolizing something.

I choose to put above me the idols, if you will, of the Gods and Goddesses of this earth and beyond.  God still exists to me, probably not the same as it does to you.  I know what I feel and I feel this is the path for me.  Many people will I'm sure call me mean things as I accept this practice and learn more and allow it breathe within me.  What could be better than being that close to nature, to feel it live and to trust what it does? Water keeps us alive as do plants and animals... we honor God, why can we not honor other Gods or Goddesses for taking care of us, giving us life, even for the challenges we face to make us stronger.

Many of you will say mean things...I urge you, before you say something condemning me, do your research on how you should treat other people.  Just because my thoughts are not the same as yours does not make me any less of a person or one more lost than yourself.  once this comes to be, I hope my true friends will be supportive in this new process and not judge me.  I will not do anything to try to make them believe just as they don't force their views on me as "the only way".  I fear I may loose old friends, however I must do what is in my heart and follow the path that is before me.

We are human, we can think for ourselves.  We can make our own choices.  It is okay that my path is different than yours, but we may also walk side-by-side and be closer than even we realize.

I will see about keeping things posted about what I learn and my feelings as i go forward.  This will be a wondrous journey that I feel I about ready to embark on.  I just look for your support, not the reasons why I shouldn't.  (okay - so not quite so short - I had to make my point thought,)

Blessed Be!

Just a rant....

http://www.okcfox.com/story/23896596/oklahoma-state-board-of-education-releases-a-f-grades

well...this should get some interesting responses...  Is it the schools, the parents, the state - they claim it's not the kids or the teachers in the article...hmmm...  Keep in mind, they suddenly changed a scoring process on the standard tests the kids take....showing worse things than what is actually there.  Not sure if that affected this... Most schools in our area seem to have "A's & B's" for all grades. One school shows D & F. really?  Something to me is not right.  I know, I know - I do not have kids... so what.  Something isn't right.  After some things I heard a couple of months ago...I'm not trusting of the school board... not really sure if the state has the best interest of our kiddos in mind. Such a sad thing.

Here's the one that get's me:
from the article - "State Superintendent Janet Barresi said the grade changes were expected because of increasing academic rigor and changes made to the grade calculation.

"Our students do not know less than they did, and teachers are not doing a poor job. Far from it," Barresi said. "Classroom teachers are working hard, responding to more rigorous standards that will help children be prepared for successful and happy lives. As I had noted in August at a state Capitol news conference, this is a transformative time for Oklahoma education. The move to higher standards and expectations will be challenging, but the rewards will be generations of young people ready for college, career and citizenship." "

ok..well, those grade calculations for that "academic rigor" - the education hasn't changed, they do what they can.  AFTER the tests were taken, adjustments were made now that puts OK at the top of a list we should not be at the top of.  They make our kids appear worse off than they are.  I know they have the tests to "see" where the students/schools are - but jeez... give the kids some credit.  Many kids that would of had a seemingly satisfactory grade on these test now were in the below average/poor category.  We were kids once, we've all taken these tests... it's turning so much more political now and don't get it.  At times I'm glad I don't have kids so I don't have to deal with this - at the same time, I'm out of touch a bit since I don't.  So I do not want to hear that "you don't have kids, you don't know", No kidding!  I said that above...this is my opinion - just deal with it.  I hope some parents out there can do something to help get the state back on board with actually teaching the kids - do the standard tests to see where the kids are, to see where improvements are and make sure the tests are true tests and not the BS that has been done in recent years.

It is time to stop teaching the kids for the tests - this is missing the point of getting an education!!  Teach the kids what needs to be taught - not because it is something that someone thinks they need to memorize.

Anyway - Thanks for letting me rant...  Don't pick on me, this is my opinion and thoughts - replies are welcome, just be courteous and don't bash me or use ugly language.  Like I said - this should get some interesting responses.

oh, by the way - I found this on Facebook tonight and here is the first reponse to the FB post -  Finally !! Now take steps to improve the failing schools.   I hope that this is a parent of a student that is failing at a "failing" school.

c ya'll later...

Been a while...

I have neglected things the past couple of years, did not realize it had been so long since I was on here!  My business has grown, not as much as I would like, but it is slowing getting better.  I still have issues of getting in my own way to help grow my business.  I do good for a while, then ~~splat~~.

One good thing, last year the credit cards were paid off...YAY!!  such a huge thing.  No more of that debt. We just have to repay 1 loan we have out and the regular bills.  We will be having a payment probably soon, we need a new boat and eventually a new truck for the hubby.  Also need to get the Tahoe fixed...hopefully by January we can do that. **fingers crossed**

The bad thing for the year...I lost my dad.  He was diagnosed with cancer in August and he passed in October.  Only 72 days...so little time to even start to comprehend what was happening.  The last few days were awful for him, he went in the hospital on Sunday, I went up to see him.  By monday night, the doctor told mom that he wouldn't make it.  The cancer has grown and doubled/tripled in size and spread.  Nothing was working...At first she said 4 months to live, then kept back tracking.  He was approved to put in hospice, and Thursday morning he was gone.

I think they knew more than they told us for a longer period of time than just that day.  I would have taken time off of work to be with dad if we had known it was about to end.  I feel cheated of that precious time.   They were just about to celebrate 41 years of marriage.  I don't think the full scope of everything has hit, even though I saw his body after.  He was cremated, per his request and his remains are about 40 min from my house, so if I feel the need, it's not too far to go talk to him.

God has a plan for us all, it was not my place to question why dad is gone so quickly, but it doesn't stop me from thinking it was too soon.  I told God, "I don't know why you took my dad, and took him the way you did, but I understand you have a plan for each and every one of us, even if we don't agree.  Please make sure my dad is comfortable and happy and let mom feel his love in their home and when she misses him, let him be near.  I love my Dad very much and will miss him.  If he cannot be in our home, I'm glad it is yours that he is in."

Anyway - been hard focusing at work lately.  I need to get up to about $1500/mo income with Ameriplan and then I don't have to work and can spend whatever time with mom or wherever.  Mom retires in Jan 2014, I need to be making that money by then.

ok...time to go find something funny to cheer me back up....  At the risk of sounding cliche, Life is short - live it up.  Always keep a positive attitude, even on a bad day, stay positive.  You will be surprised at the way the worlds works when you are positive, even when "bad" things happen.

love you dad...thank you for being you and loving me.  thank you for being a mentor and friend to my hubby, he appreciated it more than you will know.  it means so much to me knowing that you were such a positive influence on his life.

http://www.corbettfuneral.com/obituaries/Donald-Tracey/

May you have blessed day, tell you family and best friends that you love them every chance you get.

Economy issues

What is it with this economy? How do these things happen? How does it control us so much? With people losing their jobs almost daily, how can this be good for our country? This is one reason I started a home business. I don't want to depend on another company or the government to save me. I will save myself.

Not only that, but the tax advantages to having your own business are awesome! I have several things I do from home and I know of people that do other businesses. Following is a short outline of these with the appropriate email to contact (the emails will have spaces in them, please remove before sending the email and change the "(dot)" to a "." also):

Discount Dental, Medical & more - not insurance, but a discount plan that can save you hundreds! The last time I was on insurance was thru my husbands job and at the end of the year we had spent $4800 just on the insurance! I only went to the doctor one time, paid my co-pay of $30. So I had one office visit that cost me $4830...nice payment plan huh? I don't see the value in traditional insurance anymore. This is an opportunity for people to either be a customer (plans range from 19.95-59.95 per month for the entire family, related or not!) or to own your own business (which you do get some benefits for free with). Either way, you will be ahead!
Email:
for benifit info: J Conaway @ my benefits plus (dot) com subject: discount blog
for business info: J Conaway @ IBO plus (d0t) com subject: discount blog

Do you love to shop online? If you spend at least $100 per month shopping online, you really need to check this out. It is an opportunity that is truly unique and a 100% online business!
Email: swxokie @ hotmail (dot) com subject: shop online blog

Is having a safe non-toxic home something that you want in life? How about products that you don't have to worry about your little ones getting ahold of and doing severe damage, or worse? Let me show you a cleaner way to live. I've been using these products for nearly 5 years now and enjoy them immensley. You can either just enjoy the products or start a business helping other people make their homes safer. (ps...this is NOT amway)
Email: swxpressions @ hotmail (dot) com subject: detox blog

Have you ever wondered about the magnet therapy you hear about? This is the real deal and a good friend of mine is involved with this one. Send me your contact info and I will forward to her and she can talk to you about this amazing product line. My husband and I have both used the products and she has told me of several stories of these items helping people (and a pet!) in big ways.
Email: new_career @ yahoo (dot) com subject: magnet blog

Have you wondered about or are interested in products from the following:
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Arbonne International (cosmetics)
Amway
Tupperware
Candles

is there something else that you have heard of? I know many people involved in many different businesses, just send me an email (swxpressions @ hotmail (dot) com) - subject: opportunity blog - and I will get you in touch with the person you need to speak with.

On any email for any customer/business opportunity above, please be sure to include:
Name (at least the first, but would like the last)
Phone number to best reach you at
What time is best to call (what time zone are you in?)
State you are in (will try to get in touch with a local representative for you)
Your Email
What caught your eye on this post that you wanted to send an email?
If you are interested in a business:
How much capital are you willing to invest
How much time are you willing to invest (hours per week)
Do you have easy access to the internet?
How much extra income are you wanting to make?
Do you want to own your business?

Feel free to include any other information about yourself, your needs or your goals to help us find the right fit for you and your home business.

(swxpressions @ hotmail (dot) com) - subject: opportunity blog

2 months in...

and is time flying! Cannot believe it is already March. So much going on this month - my husbands tournament bass fishing season gets into full swing this weekend...then two more weekends straight, 1 week off, then three more weekends. Thankfully only 2 weekends in May!

My business is going well...if you know of anyone that could benefit from discounted dental, vision, chiropractic, prescription (ask me about APAP if monthly prescriptions are over $100/month) and many medical related discounts/services.
www.mybenefitsplus.com/howaboutyou

I have now started another home business...so different from everything. I cannot tell you much except there are less than 80,000 people in it right now - around 60k of them are in one state! Less than 200 that we know of in Oklahoma. Such a ground floor opportunity in an expanding area. Send me a note if you would like more info about this (swxokie @ hotmail (dot) com)

The satellite business has slowed down for the moment, but a new mailing will be going out in a couple weeks, so will pick back up again. but the breather has been nice. We did the Home & Garden show in OKC in January and were sooooo busy from that! We're still doing a few installs/upgrades thanks to that show.

Well, since it is almost 1am and I have to be at work in 8 hours, I better go to bed...so I will try to keep this better updated so you can follow along.

Have a great weekend!!
Lynn

It's that time of year...

...when you just want to scream!

Well, not me so much, I stay away from the crazed people at the stores, unless I really need something. The dept store we shop...yes, the big one that is taking over!...is very quiet early in the morning during the week right now...great time to get in and get out and not be crowded. It's actually nice shopping in there right now (as long as you get there early - btw 7 & 9 am is best for us!)

As for my business, it is starting to get a life of its own, my websites are starting to get more hits, a couple of people have signed up to save on the dental/medical expenses. I feel so good about this business...I wish I had found it years ago!

okay...can't hold it anymore...have to do shameless self promotion!

Interested in making some extra cash? Not just some money overnight and then it's gone...real money that keeps coming in every month and something that you can actually build your future with. It is such an amazing company and so many awesome stories. If you worked somewhere for 10 years, had surgery or other medical issue (you or other family member), had to take off for 6 months, would you still get paid? Even if you had never been late, worked extra, all that stuff?

You would with us. Your income is a residual income. Every month when your members and other business owners pay their monthly fees, you get your commission check. Even if you have to stop working the business for an extended time. And it may even grow while your away as your business owners and trainers under you build their businesses, you get your override checks from that. (95 or 495 to start, 50 monthly)

On the membership side...save up to 80% on Dental services. Save up to about 50% or so on prescription glasses & contacts. Much more can be saved on other discount programs that are available. (14.95 - 59.95 per month)

Interested in owning your own business: www.IBOPlus.com/StayHome

Interested in the benefits: www.MyBenefitsPlus.com/HowAboutYou

Video: www.DeliveringOnThePromise.com/BelieveInYou

***end of shameless self promoting***

Not much going on, Thanksgiving was fun at hubby's grandparents, the guys (my hubby, his brother and their cousin) have been hunting several times, and even his brother's wife went out and sat in the cold over Thanksgiving weekend.

Still not sure what to get the husband for a gift this year, we're going to Shreveport, LA in February for the Bassmasters Classic...so we're saving money for that as our Christmas gift to ourselves.

I better catch up on some other things, take care of some business before going to bed... If you have started your business (a "real" business as a friend of mine calls it, an MLM or other endevor that you have succeeded, or not, at - I would love to hear about it!

Dropping in...

Hadn't checked in for a while...doing pretty good. Actually got a couple of people signed up now...yay!! This is such a great month to join. If you join by November 26 by mail or fax or via the internet by Nov 30, you can save up to 69.95 your first month!

Let me know if you are interested and I will give you a call with more information to help you make a decision that can save you hundreds of dollars. www.MyBenefitsPlus.com/HowAboutYou

Do you have only a couple of employees so you do not offer benefits...pass along our website as an option for them to sign up on their own. They can keep it no matter who they work for or where they are working. www.MyBenefitsPlus.com/HowAboutYou

Interested in owning your own business that you can work from home on YOUR schedule? Check us out. We have been around since 1992 and are members of US Chamber of Commerce, Consumer Health Alliance, Direct Selling Association and National Association of Dental Plans. Start today for less that $100! www.IBOPlus.com/StayHome

Have a great day and weekend everyone! I will try to keep my posts a little more up to date. :)

Business inquiry

I am wanting to talk with small businesses through out the country that do not have any benefits or insurance (dental/medical). I can help you get benefits to your employees for a lot less than traditional coverages. Your employees would pay only $39.95 per month for their entire household to receive discounts on dental, vision, chiropractic, Rx, and medical. If you own your own electrical, plumbing, construction or other service business, even small retail/restaurants - we can help you.

Please contact me via email with your name, company name and address and I will mail you information. If you are local to the Oklahoma City area, I can meet with you in person. If you are out of this area, we can do it all over the phone and email with no problem.

I look forward to servicing your benefits needs.

My email: swxpressions (at) gmail (dot) com (trying to avoid junk mail - please replace the appropriate ( ) spot with the appropriate symbol. Thanks!)

No better place to start than at the beginning...

I was introduced to this opportunity by a friend of mine and I am so excited that she did. I feel that it is an amazing opportunity to not only work from home, but OWN my own business! After the first promotion, you receive a contract from Corporate signed by both co-founders of the company. This contract is willable, sellable, and (my favorite) assignable. The willable is great because you can will it to your kids, spouse, other family or dear friend. The sellable isn't so bad because if you will it to someone who doesn't want it, they can actually SELL the company, but if you're making all of this monthly income, why would they do that??? The assignable part is the amazing part. You can use it to help purchase a vehicle or even a house. Most banks have no problem with this...it gives you extra collateral and shows your income stream, especially if you are like me and don't have the pretty shiny credit report. I'm working on it, but it is still a long ways off.

But on top of all the awesome business side, is the actual point of the company. The co-founders started this company in 1992 in an industry that was in such of a product like this, it took off. Since then, more products have been added and they just improving it year after year. The industry is Consumer Driven Health Care.

What is this great thing? Well, if you asked me what I did for a living, I would have two answers. I work part-time fairly close to the house and my career is helping people save money. "how's that?" you ask... We offer plans for discounted services such as Dental, Vision and much more.

Do I have your interest sparked? I hope so, because this is too great an opportunity to be missed. And that is for either the person that needs the coverage, or the person wanting to make a little extra on the side helping people get this program. I also call it a fee-for-service program. Just for an example, (there are three price points depending what state and sometimes what city your medical professionals are in) to get my teeth cleaned in Oklahoma, it costs around $100 if you do not have insurance... with our service, that rate is reduced to $38..payable at time of service - no forms, no paperwork. Sign up and use it today.

Another great thing is that with the plans they offer, it covers everyone in your household - related or not! (up to 20 people - that would be a packed house! but everyone would be covered) For example - If John signed up with his wife Mary, and the two kids...and Mary's mom came to live with them for a few months...or even better - your "older" child that left home, got married/divorced or just a rough life came back home...they don't have to be under 24 and a full-time college student. If they live there - they are covered.

Please keep tabs over the next week as I post more about the plans and samples of the savings. If you cannot wait for me (and you really shouldn't - you don't want to wait to use these products!) please visit my website: www.MyBenefitsPlus.com/HowAboutYou

Are interested in promoting this company as I am? visit my other site: www.IBOPlus.com/StayHome

Need to see more? check out the video at: www.DeliveringOnThePromise.com/BelieveInYou

I hope to see you soon...sign up online or call me and I can get you taken care of. Most areas have meetings if you want to talk in person with someone. Just let me know where you are and I will get a meeting set up for you. If you are in the Edmond, Yukon, Mustang, Oklahoma City, Moore, Norman, Purcell, Lindsay, Chickasha areas (and those smaller ones in-between), I would be more than happy to meet at your home or other site or our regional office in Oklahoma City.

Talk to you soon!!!

ps...if you are interested in the business - this is a great month to get in on this...last month for a long time for this special...call now!