The End Of The World As We Know It

Today a woman came to my door and handed me a flyer and invited me to attend an annual congregational event held at the Tacoma Dome convention center in Washington State. The headline on the flyer read, “How Can You Survive The End Of the World.”

This topic seemed so odd to me that I decide to write something in rebuttal about it. If the world were to end, that would mean no one would survive. So, why focus on this possibility? What could any of us possibly do about it? So perhaps what they were presenting is the idea of an after life, or that someone or something will come to save them, in any case the flyer continued and said “ Keep in Expectation, and, A State of Watchfulness.”

Life is very precious to me and I am so grateful to be alive. What an amazing planet we live on. I can’t fathom that I would spend any part of my day thinking about or preparing for the end to come. It seems we are all going to leave this planet, and only the Source knows the day and hour. To my knowledge we cannot escape this.

I think it normal and healthy to question life, too ask, Who am I?, Where did I come from? and Where will I go when I leave this planet? Although I do not know with any certainty where I will go, the vision I choose to embrace is comforting. In this comfort, I hold a space of faith and trust.

I am not of the mindset that the world is going to end any time soon. There are many who refer to the Mayan calendar prediction that on December 21, 2012 the world will end, or, Biblical passages in Revelations of the signs of the end times. For sure the world is presenting some of these, in catastrophic events, unrest growing daily around the world, the threat of terrorism mounts, bad news increases, while good news is increasingly scarce.

The Bible also foretells a time of world peace, happiness, abundance and universal prosperity. Many may think there is no hope for this world—but there is! Wonderful good news lies beyond today’s bad news.

The dictionary definition of revelation is: “The act of revealing or disclosing; something revealed, especially a dramatic disclosure of something not previously known or realized.”

I do see these mass changes happening all over the world as a sign that the world is in the midst of a profound awakening. In my lifetime I have seen amazing progress on all fronts. What we once believed to be truth no longer is true. In its place a new understanding has unfolded.

We are letting go of all the old ways of being, either willingly or not, and, in all transformation the process can look very chaotic and disturbing. The old expression, “out of the ashes rises the phoenix”, holds true for the time were are living in. First, that which no longer serves crumbles and falls away and in its place something new is born.

If only a small percentage of us hold a vision of world peace, happiness, abundance and universal prosperity, like it says in the Bible, If we have the faith of a grain of a mustard seed, amazing things can happen.  I believe we are seeing amazing things happening. Today through television, most of the world has access to Oprah Winfrey, Wayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra, Gregg Braden, Bruce Bueno de Mesquitahis, and so many more who inform and invite us to see the world and ourselves differently. They remind us of who we truly are, teach us that we can, and do create our realities, and in this knowledge tell us that no one has any power over us unless we give it to them. Because we get to choose what we believe, we then live and die by our beliefs.

I believe we are connected to the Source, perhaps as some say we are holographic images of this Source which I call God. In the Bible it is said, “God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” However this is interpreted I believe we all have access to this Source, and at the soul level we are all equal.  We may have each chosen different human circumstance and lives that do not look equal, and so it makes it difficult to know this truth. In spite of this we are fortunate to be living in a time when we have so much more information that is opening, freeing and forgiving.

Our world can look complex and is always presenting us with opportunities of growth and to see life differently, to change our mind and in the process free our selves from our past history. The World is always in flux and the threat of the end times has presented itself over and over in human history. Each time the world did end and a new phase unfolded. What if, just what if, this is really what is happening?
Nameste~ Charlene

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WHAT'S THE SLEEP-WEIGHT CONNECTION?
A succession of studies published in The Journal of the American Medical Association, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, and the Lancet show that sleep loss disrupts a series of complex and interwoven metabolic and hormonal processes. This can cause a number of hormones that regulate appetite to go out of whack and trigger a rise in hormones that give you the munchies and cause you to choose the most fattening foods. This hormonal imbalance makes weight loss far more difficult than it needs to be.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, a growing body of scientific evidence suggests there's a correlation between the 65 percent of North Americans who are overweight and the 63 percent who say they don't get the recommended eight hours of sleep per night.

√ FACT: As a nation, we've lost over an hour of sleep since the mid-60s
√ FACT: At the same time, we've gained an average of 25 pounds
√ FACT: People who get by on little sleep are nearly 2 times as likely to be obese as folks who sleep 7 to 9 hours a night
√ FACT: The less you sleep, the more likely you are to be overweight!

Sleep the Pounds Away AM/PM™ program is a perfect combination to maximize your weight loss.
· During the day, you can take AM which may help you gain more energy and eat less so that you can obtain maximum weight loss.
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Sleep the Pounds Away™ stands apart from other products on the market because it contains some of the most effective herbs for promoting good sleep and weight loss. These secret weapons for good sleep and weight loss are selectively chosen by Dr. Rulin Xiu, the Founder and Chief Scientist for Pharm East, Founder and CEO of Pearlcium International, through many years of research and experiment.

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For noticeable weight loss, you should use the Sleep the Pounds Away AM/PM™ program at least two to four weeks and continue to take it until you lose the weight you want. And it is so easy!!! Everyone can do it. What makes it better, it can make you feel great and become healthier.

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Sleep the Pounds Away AM™ Ingredients:

Green Tea Extract
has long been used by the Chinese as medicine to treat body aches, headaches, improve well-being, poor digestion, and life expectancy. GT extract is bioflavonoid rich and one of its main uses is to fight free radicals in your body. GT extract contains high levels of polyphenols (a bioflavonoid) and it’s also a rich source of EGCG (an antioxidant) that’s over 200 times more potent than vitamin E in fighting free radicals and pro-oxidants. Since ancient times, it is known that green tea can make people thin. Modern research finds that green tea extract can enhance the metabolism and help people to lose weight.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract
has been eaten as a wild vegetable since ancient times. It was recorded in ancient medicine books that eating portulaca would cause you to have no appetite. Modern research has shown that portulaca has a high content of noradrenaline, dopamine, amino acid, short chain polysaccharides and unsaturated fatty acids, all the necessary nutrients that can stop the body from craving more food. Portulaca has also been used medicinally for thousands of years to relieve diarrhea, parasites, bacteria and other toxicity in the body. It can also enhance blood and energy circulation; improve digestion and lower cholesterol levels.

Acanthopanax
is a special variety of Siberian Ginseng that has been used since ancient times to strengthen and enhance body, brain, and nervous system functions. It also enhances the body's resilience and ability to adapt to internal and external stressors. For example, it improves the physiological response to changes in temperature, air-oxygen content, exposure to radiation, stress, tension and fatigue. Human clinical trials demonstrate that this exceptional root also improves sleep quality and relieves the symptoms of menopause.

Sea Weed Powder
has been treasured for thousands of years as both nutritional food and medicine. Its rich content of amino acids, polysaccharides, minerals, laminarin and sargassan makes it preferred food in many regions all over the world. It is used as medicine in China for relieving swelling, losing weight, lowering blood pressure, improving blood circulation and dissolving fat.

Konjac Powder
also know as Glucomannan offers benefits for those seeking to lose weight. Konjac powder may promote weight loss in obese adults, even in the absence of a calorie-restricted diet. Konjac powder creates a feeling of satiety or fullness through its water-binding effects. Additionally, Konjac powder improves blood-lipid profiles and can lower systolic blood pressure. Because of these effects, Konjac powder can greatly benefit individuals with metabolic syndrome or diabetes.

Lotus Leaf Powder
is reported to be therapeutic with a “cooling” effect and is a potent concoction for preventing heatstroke, lowering blood lipid levels and treating obesity. Its ability to promote weight loss was noticed more than five hundred years ago.

Panax Ginseng Root Powder
is one of the most famous herbal health tonics in the world. It is best known to enhance energy, endurance, immune health, memory, and vision. Research demonstrates that many of these health attributes are due to its ability to strengthen and enhance adrenal function and reproductive health. It is particularly useful for circulatory problems, excessive tension and stress, and it even has a protective effect against radiation exposure.

All the ingredients in Sleep The Pounds Away AM™ are produced in Pharm East’s own factory, where Pearlcium is also produced. It has strict quality control standards in place to ensure safety and efficacy. Pharm East believes it is important to respect the character of each individual herb. They select the precise locations where herbs grow with the most healing effects. Then, they work with local farmers and collectors to bring to you the herbs with maximum potency.

Sleep the Pounds Away PM™

Sleep the Pounds Away PM™ may help you sleep better and promote weight loss. At night, you take the PM formula, which includes sedative herbs that can help make falling asleep quicker and easier. PM also includes breakthrough ingredients that can get to the root of occasional sleeplessness by balancing your central nervous system function and restoring your natural sleep cycle.

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Sleep the Pounds Away PM™ Ingredients:

Zizphus Jujuba Leaf Extract
has been used for thousands of years to promote a deeper and more restful sleep. It has also been found to induce the sleep state quickly and help promote R.E.M. (rapid eye movement). Modern research supports its traditional use by revealing its calming effect on the central nervous system. It also increases the oxygen supply to the brain and heart and has been shown to enhance immune function and memory.

Dan Seng
is also called Pink Ginseng. It is traditionally used to enhance blood circulation, enhance and protect heart function, promote better sleep, and relieve pain. Modern research indicates that it has effects of protecting and improving liver and heart function, enhancing blood circulation, calming and enhancing the nervous system, and reducing blood clots.

Acanthopanax
is a special variety of Siberian Ginseng that has been used since ancient times to strengthen and enhance body, brain and nervous system functions. It also enhances the body's resilience and ability to adapt to internal and external stressors. For example, it improves the physiological response to changes in temperature, air-oxygen content, exposure to radiation, stress, tension and fatigue. Human clinical trials demonstrate that this exceptional root also improves sleep quality and relieves the symptoms of menopause.

Polygonum Multiflorum Stem Extract
Popular among royalty and those interested in longevity and good health, polygonum multiflorum's beneficial qualities are now being explained by modern research. For example, animal studies prove that it can extend lifespan and improve the quality of life during the aging process. It is also a powerful antioxidant. This may explain its ability to protect the liver and brain against the ravages of aging and improve immune and cardiovascular health. Studies show that the stem of the herb is also very calming to the nervous system and can be helpful for better sleep.

Valerian Extract
is primarily considered a western herb and until recently has been used throughout Europe and the United States as a sedative herb. Studies show that it is a superb relaxant and highly effective against anxiety and insomnia. Also know as valerian, the herb works by calming the nervous system, promoting better blood circulation, and reducing pain.

Albizzia Julibrissin Durazz Flower Extract
is an extraordinary herb described in ancient Chinese medical texts as a key ingredient for enhanced feelings of happiness and joy. It is also said to help people live free of worry and stress and achieve their personal desires more easily. Modern studies show that the albizzia flower has a soothing and calming effect on the central nervous system and improves blood circulation too.

Panaz Notoginseng Leaf Extract
is one of the most important Chinese herbs used to optimize blood circulation and nourish the blood. Scientific studies show the herb has a particularly beneficial effect on cardiovascular health. It can strengthen heart muscle contraction, normalize blood pressure, reduce plaque formation and blood clots (including strokes). Panax notoginseng is also known to improve arterial elasticity and prevent hardening of the arteries. Other research shows this remarkable herb to improve heart, brain, and body oxygenation at the cellular level. This may explain its ability to improve memory, prevent brain cell damage, enhance the stress response, and calm the nervous system.

Concha Margaritifera
is a revolutionary variety of pearl powder branded as Pearlcium. Highly treasured since ancient times, pearl powder is most revered for its ability to relax and calm the central nervous system. Modern research indicates that it has a remarkably positive effect on bone strength, sleep quality, stress-response and memory. It is also an ancient Chinese beauty secret, promoting beautiful skin, physical health, and longevity.


All the ingredients in Sleep The Pounds Away PM™ are produced in Pharm East’s own factory, where Pearlcium is also produced. It has strict quality control standards in place to ensure safety and efficacy. Pharm East believes it is important to respect the character of each individual herb. They select the precise locations where herbs grow with the most healing effects. Then, they work with local farmers and collectors to bring to you the herbs with maximum potency.

How Sleep the Pounds Away PM™ works!
Sleep The Pounds Away PM™ is SPECIFICALLY designed to help you fall asleep faster, sleep longer and deeper, and…. feel more rested from your sleep! In fact, after you take PM, you shouldn’t be counting sheep to fall asleep. You should be able to fall asleep within half an hour after taking PM. You should wake up in the morning feeling energized and refreshed.

According to the recent research, just by helping you get better sleep, Sleep The Pounds Away PM™ program can help you lose weight. HOW? By enhancing your metabolism and getting more oxygen into your blood. Plus, by increasing your energy level and circulation to burn more fat.

Think about it, when we don't get the hours of sleep that our bodies need or our sleep is not restful, our hormones get out of whack. The hormone ghrelin, which causes us to want to eat more food, especially high-carb foods, goes up. That's not a good thing. One research study found that when participants were injected with just a small amount of ghrelin, they ate 30% more food at a buffet. But that's not all—the hormone leptin, which controls the appetite, goes down—so there's very little to keep ghrelin in check.

One study found that participants who had the largest fluctuation of hormones craved the most fattening foods such as ice cream, cakes, candy and salty snacks such as potato chips. Think about a night when you didn't get very much sleep. With only a few hours of slumber, what was your appetite like the next day? Did you find yourself reaching for a donut or sweet roll in the morning or a candy bar or some other fattening food by mid-morning?

So if you don't get enough sleep or sleep well, your craving will be for junk food the next day.

You may ask why I should choose a natural sleep remedy over other PRESCRIPTION sleep products on the market?

Sleep medications have many side effects. For instance, some medications can actually make people wake up in the middle of the night and eat more food. Also, when you take sleep medication, you may wake up still feeling sleepy. With Sleep The Pounds Away PM™, you should wake up feeling refreshed, rested, rejuvenated, and eager to welcome a new day. And best of all, Sleep The Pounds Away PM™ can improve your central nervous and hormonal system. It's really good for you!

*FDA required legal disclaimer:
Any statements made regarding SLEEP THE POUNDS AWAY™ have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Information is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should consult a physician in all matters relating to your health, and particularly in respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention

Summer Solstice 2009

The Summer Solstice celebrates the joy, warmth and laughter of summer; and to see the Creator in everyone you come in contact with and to recognize this divinity within ourselves. It is a time for purification, renewal of the self, a time to release the sadness, fears and pain from our lives, to enhance our external physical manifestations. i.e.; financial, health, joy, faith, love, happiness, friendships, family, blessings, fun, luck, fun, and abundance.

Creating or participating in a ritual will mark this special time of year and connect us with all cultures around the world for all time who honor this right of passage. A sense of being "One with ALL".

1/ Marking a symbol or picture (painting or carving) which would be illuminated by the sun's rays (sunrise or sunset). Ritual--place your photo or object in the sun with a prayer for a manifestation. Health-relationship-money.

2/ Another method involved the noting of shadows cast from or onto an upright pillar/obelisk. Create your own Sun dial with you sun sign on it.

3/ A third method is/was used by central Native American tribes. This requires a specially constructed ceremonial structure. On the longest day of the year the Sun at the exact time of noon directly shines through a hole in the ceiling and onto a particular location on the floor.

4/ Another method to mark the solstice was a time to give away, to gift another in recognition of our own abundance.
In astrology the Sun represents the giver of life, our conscious mind, our will to live, our creative life force, our overall vitality. The Sun directs us, and can be considered "the boss" of our chart.

Where is the boss in your chart this month?

Aries
The Summer Solstice on June 21 turning point that shift your attention inward. The New Moon battle between your thoughts and your feelings might be quite strong. June 21, great potential for spontaneity, creativity and romance. Nerves may be on edge as you try to incorporate your desires into your long-range plans. Self-restraint and common sense will prevail. Releasing Affirmation:I let go of the false images of the past which have held me enthralled. Meaningless ego is left behind me, and deep, personal authenticity is all that is here now. Prosperity Affirmation:I am fulfilled and secure, knowing that I am perfectly protected at all times. My good is here with me, now fully revealed.

Taurus
A period of ease and grace, but there may be some tests for you to pass before letting you climb aboard the gravy train. Self-doubt and delays before pleasure is served. Its purpose is to help you define your worth and be clear about what you expect from others. A demand for clarity in relationships and a need to alter the ways you connect with others if you are not being true to yourself. Releasing Affirmation: No longer am I held down by the opinions of others, no longer can outside authority determine my beliefs. Prosperity Affirmation: New vistas are open to me now, and I expand my world with courage and determination. More comes to me as I easily give more to my world.

Gemini
You may find yourself totally annoyed with the delays in your life. You are leaning over the edge of an exciting conceptual shift which brilliantly illuminates the best part of your dreams. Even if you're ready to jump, be aware of distractions when you should stay focused on long-term goals. Releasing Affirmation:Deeply held habit patterns, fixations and obsessions no longer have any hold over me. I am free. Prosperity Affirmation:I successfully provide for myself in every way. I have control over my own resources.

Cancer
The line between fighting and flirting is easily blurred. Seeking truth turns you on to guides, gurus and teachers who appear to have entertaining answers to life's biggest questions. Budding confidence, though, may be shaken tossing you out of your comfort zone in search of deeper rewards. Releasing Affirmation:I no longer base my life on who I can please. I release the need for approval, thus no longer giving up my power to others. Prosperity Affirmation:I accept the wholeness that is me, mind, body and spirit. I know that within me is the potential for anything I could ever need or want.

Leo
Help to fortify your resources and enhance your ability to make intelligent fiscal decisions. A sense of urgency as you consider everything you must yet accomplish before the moment passes. Your likelihood of achieving your goals is high, yet you may have underestimated the effort involved. Releasing Affirmation:False pride and overweening ego no longer exist to keep me from my good. Prosperity Affirmation:I am inspired to create in abundance and joy. Nothing can stop me!

Virgo
Spontaneity comes easily, but fast words and impulsive actions provoke unexpected responses. Experiments can produce amazing breakthroughs or blow up in your face, so be careful about where and how you take chances now. Moods shift in an instant and your inclination to compromise can disappear, creating conflict with authority figures, you find ways to find common ground. Releasing Affirmation:Letting go of the obsession for meaningless details, I open my eyes to the perfection of life. Prosperity Affirmation:I accept the bounty of existence, understanding that it is for me and entrusted to me.

Libra
Don't waste this magnetic month on transient pleasures, create something of enduring value. Memories of your childhood may remind you of what you're currently missing in your life, which can drive you to overstate your case and upset the balance of power in a close partnership. Don't spoil the magic with something that's not essential. Releasing Affirmation:No longer is the pain of discord part of my life. Harmony naturally follows in all that I do and say. Prosperity Affirmation:I am prospered through all of my connections in the world. I know that only good can come to me.

Scorpio
You feel energized physically, socially and creatively. Express your enthusiasm with self-restraint, it may provoke strong reactions. A gentle nudge is all you need to get someone's attention. Establishing trust is essential be mindful of well-hidden emotional buttons. If you're not ready to deal with delicate relationship matters, it's best to sidestep conflict for now. Releasing Affirmation:There no longer is a need for opposition anywhere in my psyche. I put all of that aside. Prosperity Affirmation: My expectations are fulfilled, my plans have succeeded. I am complete.

Sagittarius
You feel that work is in the way of play and feel burdened with complex tasks that stand between you and your desires. Yet their is a chance to make things real -- if you're willing to put in the required effort. If you're frustrated with your life, making a commitment to self-improvement is bound to give you more control over the shape of your future. Releasing Affirmation:I release any attachment to false ego and repressed feelings. My heart is open and welcoming. Prosperity Affirmation:I now connect with the abundance that has always been right where I am.

Capricorn
You're intent on personal enjoyment is in conflict with self-discipline. Thankfully, this gives you an unflappable sense of determination during an otherwise stressful month, which puts your emotions in direct conflict with someone else's. Avoid getting swept up in the urgency of the moment. Focusing on your long-term goals keeps you even-keeled during this dynamic time. Releasing Affirmation:Behavior patterns which no longer serve me and that actually are holding me back are released from my life. I connect with reality as it is. Prosperity Affirmation:As I open myself to a clear perception of life in present time, the prosperity I have missed now rushes in to me.

Aquarius
This can be an explosive time of stress and leaves you averse to following the rules. In fact, your need to do things your way may overrule caution and spur conflict with anyone who tries to control your actions. If you can stay cool, sparks of intuition reveal new methods that are surprising in their efficiency. Your urge for freedom and innovation is ideal for leading a revolution or break social patterns and seek fresh forms of pleasure. Relationships -both personal and professional - can be shaken by recklessness, so be careful unless you want something to break. Releasing Affirmation:Previously hidden fears and over-cautiousness now rise up and disappear forever. These unseen enemies no longer haunt my life. Prosperity Affirmation: My joy in service and creative functioning brings me the opportunities I have desired. My choices are infinite.

Pisces
You may be overly protective of someone you love increasing your empathy, making it difficult to distinguish your feelings from those of the people around you. Your defensive tactics may fend off an emotional attack before it actually occurs. You gain additional strength giving you the ability to firmly stand up to someone else's power play. Secure a safe haven for yourself and your family. Remember, you needn't be swept up in any drama that isn't yours. Releasing Affirmation:The old and tired visions that no longer serve me are allowed to leave my consciousness now. Prosperity Affirmation: I see my world and my inner worlds in a whole new light. Creativity and joy are mine to express abundantly.

May this Solstice be a blessing your life.

Nameste~ Charlene