tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39872004648437979272023-11-15T10:30:08.581-08:00Law of Attraction NewbieAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.comBlogger197125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-33152303707651578952013-08-25T18:16:00.001-07:002013-08-25T18:16:19.560-07:00The Power of Nature!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
Good Morning Universe your
power and beauty is amazing. Today I am
reminded of the amazing gift of nature and re-birth. I am not physically outside experiencing the
gifts nature gives us, but that doesn’t mean I can’t be constantly in awe and
appreciation.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I am simply inspired, and that
inspiration came from something very small and simple, a photograph. I was looking at different images of nature
online and was struck by this image of a volcanic eruption.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> It struck me how violent and
scary it must be to witness something like this, but what also struck me was
how Amazing it must be to witness the Power of Nature. The best part about nature is that it’s
beauty can come from something large and powerful like a volcano, or something
as small as an insect resting on a blade of grass. AMAZING!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> No one will disagree that
nature is amazing and beautiful. No one
will disagree that the cycle of nature which includes destruction and rebirth
is beautiful, necessary, and reflects Life Itself. Nature isn’t just plants, animals,
landscapes….Nature is Us.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> We are ALL part of the cycle of
nature, our bodies, our minds, our lives.
The cycle of death and rebirth, positive and negative, isn’t just nature
it’s OUR LIVES. Next time something bad
happens let’s try to remember that after the rain comes the growth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Let’s all work on taking the
storm of our past, and using it to push our growth in the future. We are ALL beautiful, not because we are
perfect, but because we DIFFERENT. We
are ALL beautiful, not because of what others think, but because we are part of
Nature. RESPECT yourself, RESPECT
others, RESPECT Nature, and LOVE YOUR LIFE!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">LOVE BRANDY<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-26716541117066989082013-08-19T08:34:00.001-07:002013-08-19T08:34:03.675-07:00Do You Believe in Yourself?<div class="MsoNormal">
Have you every stopped to ask
yourself if you believe in your personal potential? Do you believe in your heart that you can
live your dreams? Even more important,
do you believe you deserve to live the life of your dreams? These questions are very important to ask yourself,
and your answers will tell you if you are being guided by the Universe</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> The Universe wants us to live a
life filled with positivity, but will put up road blocks to ensure you are
willing to put in the work. The Universe
isn’t going to give us everything we want unless we are willing to commit and
put in the work. Yes, we deserve
happiness, but The Universe knows that people often don’t appreciate or truly
enjoy things that come to easily.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> The Universe doesn’t want us to
be lazy, because as I’ve said before being lazy and apathetic is not TRULY
living. The Universe doesn’t want us to
just exist, it want us to THRIVE. I
simply EXISTED for years before I started on a path to find out what the
Universe had for me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Most of the mistakes I’ve made
in my life, like drugs, jail, dysfunctional relationships (the list goes on)
simply because I didn’t want to put in the effort. I didn’t want to give up what seemed easy to
me. I surrounded myself with people who didn’t
treat me the way I wanted to be treated because I didn’t have the courage or
self-esteem to go out into the world alone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If we settle for circumstances
that we believe we have no control over, it’s the first step in setting aside
the dreams and desires we have for the future.
If we want to be happy and Live in Love, we must not settle. We must stop simply Existing and step out in
faith. When we step forward into our
future and BELIEVE in it, the Universe will guide us to a life that we could
only dream of before.</span></div>
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To The Universe</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-72807425000713760162013-07-26T09:46:00.000-07:002013-07-26T09:46:03.764-07:00Your Mind is Your Power<div class="MsoNormal">
Did you know that the most
powerful tool for change is our own minds?
There are so many sayings that express our individual power. A few examples that I like are, “Mind over
Matter” and “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder?” Well I have always believed these to be
true. I have also come to realize that most
suffering is in the mind of those who suffer.
Everyone at one time or another has or will experience suffering.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Knowing that we all suffer and
choose what to internalize means is that no one can make us feel a certain
way. People can influence our lives in
both negative and positive ways, but WE are the ones who decide what to do with
those external influences.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> We are the only people with control
over our minds. Other people can
influence us, but in the end we are the creators of our own thoughts. Our thoughts come from our brains, and our
brains can be controlled. Just like many
things control of our minds is never perfect, we are human, and part of a world
which contains plenty of imperfection.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Just because we are the controller
of our own minds, thoughts, and emotions doesn’t mean we can always make
ourselves stop feeling pain. What it
does mean is that we CAN and should continually work our minds. We should never stop practicing having
control of our thoughts and emotions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> We also shouldn’t blame
ourselves when we can’t ALWAYS be in complete control of our thoughts or
emotions. We just need to be aware of
the choices we make so that we don’t hurt ourselves or others with our
decisions. What can you do with the
power of Your Mind? What kind of
positive choices can you make today? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Love Brandy</span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-45702883152014297802013-07-25T21:40:00.000-07:002013-07-25T21:40:09.855-07:00 Leaving it up to "The Universe”<div class="MsoNormal">
Do
you know how to “Leave It Up To The Universe?”
I didn’t know how to believe. I
was sure I had to have a perfect plan mapped out to achieve everything I was
asking of the Universe. It seems that’s
what we are supposed to do. Otherwise how can we be working towards what we
want if we’re just Waiting Around For It.
Well there is a distinction to be had between having a plan, which is
important, and being able to bend “your plan” when The Universe speaks to you.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> A plan is just that, “A Plan” and
plans just like our minds, are made to change and to alter when needed. Think of it like this, when constructing a
building the first step is to have an architect draw plans. It is necessary to have these plans as a
basis for the building, but that doesn’t mean the plans may not have to be
altered. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> They
may have to be altered because the building needs different structural support
depending on landscape and ground conditions.
This does not mean that the house will look different when it’s
finished, it only means adjustments need to be made for the environment. This is the same thing as planning your life
and asking for what you want, but being able to listen to the Universe and make
when adjustments when necessary. It’s
that simple.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> You have to believe in every fiber
of your being that what you want and ask of the Universe will come to you, though
you have to listen for the guidance of the Universe along the way. You are the Architect and The Universe if you
are paying attention and working with it, will the construct your life based on
your desires and designs. It requires
faith in yourself, the Universe, and little bit of flexibility when
necessary. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Never
give up, if you fall you must try to get up and the Universe will be there to
give you a hand. If you fall and never
try to get up, that’s where you’ll stay because the Universe can’t do all the
work for you. Every step forward is a
step towards happiness and every fall is a learning lesson.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-10004605089078920482013-07-22T09:23:00.001-07:002013-07-22T09:23:56.031-07:00Connect with Your Spiritual Self"It's not the idea of a particular religion that's important; it's the development of a spiritual life. Because spirituality creates well-being, health, and happiness." Goldie Hawn<br /><br /> Spirituality is a very broad word, or at least that’s what I used to think. I used to believe that to be spiritual you had to be religious. I used to believe that in order to be spiritual you had to believe in God or attach yourself to a specific religion.<br /><br /> I am not writing today to speak about religion or God. I am writing about spirituality, but the spirituality I speak about is what is inside each and every one of us. It doesn’t matter if you are religious, if you believe God, or if you are an atheist. We are ALL spiritual in one way or another.<br /><br /> The dictionary defines the word spiritual as relating to one’s spirit, relating to religion or one’s religious beliefs, and having similar values or beliefs. What I noticed most about these definitions is that they all revolve around the individual. It’s the individual who chooses how their beliefs will form into their spiritual nature.<br /><br /> Even people who may not be conscious of their spiritual beliefs are practicing all the time. Your spirituality comes from within, it’s part of your subconscious, it’s part of your emotions, your decisions, your beliefs, and your actions.<br /><br /> When each of us works to connect with our spiritual side, we are really connecting with ourselves. When we connect with ourselves we can understand our thoughts, emotions, and actions on a deeper level. When understand our “inner self” and our “spirituality” we can grow and love in ways we never knew were possible. Feed your Spirit with Love and it will Nourish You!!!<br /><br /> To The Universe<br /><br /> Love BrandyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-2784985886202305122013-07-19T08:58:00.001-07:002013-07-19T08:58:14.620-07:00Balance the Responsibility with the FUN!!!<span style="line-height: 1.5;"> Good Morning Universe. This morning I have been considering the importance of BALANCE. More specifically the balance between the responsibilities we have as productive adults and the side of each and every one of us that Just Wants To Have Fun!!!</span><br /><br /> A healthy and happy life is all about balance. We should be eating a balanced diet to keep our bodies healthy. But occasionally we just want to eat the “bad for you” stuff, like cookies, chips or whatever your indulgence is. We shouldn’t deny ourselves the indulgent foods, we just need to remember balance.<br /><br /> We should be going to work, earning a living, and working to achieve and retain our financial stability. But many people just want to have fun. I understand the desire to just enjoy yourself and forget about whatever responsibilities we have, but forgetting doesn’t make things go away. We should experience as much carefree fun as we can, but not at the expense of our day to day responsibilities.<br /><br /> Every day we choose to wake up and most people take care of the responsibilities of life like work, kids, bills etc. Once we have a decent grasp on our responsibilities it is important to have fun. As we walk through life sometimes we have more responsibilities and less time and money for fun. Other times in life we will have less responsibilities and more time and money for fun. Either way it is a balance, and you can balance anything in your life as long as you strive for it.<br /><br /> Don’t forget your responsibilities in place of fun, and don’t let your responsibilities overwhelm you so much that you forget to have some fun in your life. Work every day to balance your life, and you will be much happier and more secure.<br /><br />To The Universe<br />Love BrandyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-85336407590290986742013-07-17T09:31:00.003-07:002013-07-17T09:31:53.214-07:00Pull Yourself out of The Rut!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
I have been in a creative rut for
days, or at least that’s how I saw it.
Though, if I look more closely at the situation I am able to see it
differently. Last week I started a new
job, it’s a marketing job and it’s very difficult for me. It’s new to me and this change had caused me
to be happy but extremely preoccupied. Thankfully today I am starting to feel better,
but I am nervous that I may lose these positive feelings if I am not careful. </div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I
look back and realize I can view my creative rut as a Circumstance or a
Reaction. If I sat here today and let my
thoughts turn negative or see my lack of creativity as failure then that is a
reaction, and an unproductive one at that.
That type of reaction will not help me get back on track. That type of reaction will only cause me to
extend my current situation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I can choose to see my lack of creativity as
a Circumstance that simply resulted from a significant change and therefore is
completely normal and expected. Well
that thought is what has helped me get back to Belief. Belief that I would get back on track with my
writing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Now look at me, I’m writing. Some people will like what I have to say and
some people won’t, but I feel good to be doing it again. Those good feelings are going out into The
Universe and I know they will come back to me.
I know that my positive thoughts and feelings will bring more Positivity
back into my life. It’s like KNOWING the
check is in the mail and it will be awesome. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I feel like I already have the
things I want and it’s THOSE FEELINGS that make life worth living. It’s not the things you have that bring you
happiness, but how you FEEL about the things you have. How can you feel good about what you have
today, no matter how small?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-3248458941461157052013-07-10T09:54:00.001-07:002013-07-10T09:54:38.421-07:00Love Yourself Enough To Make BIG CHANGES!!!<span style="line-height: 1.5;"> I am loving myself, and it can be rough. This week I choose to show Love and Respect for myself by not only committing to positive changes, but holding myself Accountable to those commitments.</span><br /><br /> I have spoken before about my journey to better health. Some days I do really good, I eat well and exercise. Other days I get lazy, apathetic, and a little entitled. Thankfully I have been able to resist my previous history of saying “Well, I already messed up so I might as well just give up.”<br /><br /> A few weeks ago I joined a new gym. I really like my new gym I have been going almost daily!!! This week I continued to exercise but I let some outside stresses enable me to skip days. I came up with reasons to stay at home. Reasons like...I don't have the Gas Money to go to the gym, or I am emotionally unable to give 110%. <br /><br /> In the past I have made many commitments to myself that I didn’t keep, in fact I didn’t even try. The best part about today is that I am not afraid to try anymore. I am not perfect, and I am sure I will have days when I don’t exercise. The realization I have today, is that falling off the wagon isn’t what is most dangerous to me, IT’S NEVER GETTING BACK ON!!!!<br /><br /> Everyone needs encouragement and can benefit to being held accountable by themselves and others when True Change is desired. Anyone can make a commitment, but it takes LOVE to keep those commitments. Let your heart lead you, listen to your intuition, and BELIEVE that when you listen to the LOVE inside you it won’t steer you wrong.<br /><br /> What positive commitments can you make to yourself today? Do you need to forgive yourself for dropping the Ball? Are you willing to Work on increasing the LOVE in your life?<br /><br />To The Universe<br />Love BrandyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-45353499837868057562013-07-05T08:08:00.001-07:002013-07-05T08:08:41.257-07:00The Million Dollar Question...How do you Change Your Life<div class="MsoNormal">
How do you change your
life? Well that is the Million Dollar Question
isn’t it. I think there are many ways
that you can change your life for the better, it depends on who you are and
what you want.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> One thing I do know is that
even though each of our reasons for why we change and what we want may be different,
there is ONE Thing We have in common.
There is a point when your desires outweigh your fears and that is when
true change is possible. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> In the past I personally had
Great and Amazing desires for how I wanted my life to unfold. My mind was full of grandeur when I would
envision what kind of life would make me happy.
The problem was that MY FEAR of change and FEAR of Failure stopped me in
my tracks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I would convince myself that
“my dreams” weren’t possible. I would
convince myself that I would fail. I
would convince myself that I would be better off staying put, rather than risk
putting myself out there and Failing.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If it wasn’t my Fear of Failure
that stopped me from changing my life, it was my lack of self-esteem. I would convince myself that I didn’t deserve
to be happy. I would convince myself
that The Universe was out to get me. I
was so afraid of failure, that I just gave up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> What a waste of time living in
fear can be. I wasted so much time
fearing failure, fearing connections, fearing pain and anxiety that I literally
lost YEARS of My Life. Thankfully today
I am finally starting to live.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When I refer to “living” I am
talking about more than just existing, I am talking about EXPERIENCING LIFE,
LOVE, and yes even Pain. It is the
entire pantheon of human experiences and emotions that constitutes Really
Living.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> We are not going to have
everything we dream about, but that isn’t meant to be negative. We can learn from the bad and thrive and
rejoice in the good. What can you do
today to let go of FEAR?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-27314578122136426582013-07-04T09:55:00.001-07:002013-07-04T09:55:38.917-07:00Focus on The Things YOU DO HAVE!!! <div class="MsoNormal">
Focus on The Things You Do
Have….Such a Simple Statement, but I acknowledge that it can be hard. So often in our lives we look around and fall
into “wishing” for the things we don’t have.
The problem is when we spend all our time focusing on what we don’t have
instead of being grateful for the things that we do have it can leave us in a
place filled with negativity.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I am not advocating for less
“dreams, hopes, and goals” in our everyday lives. What I am advocating is that we don’t simply
focus on the things we want. Only after
when we acknowledge and appreciate who we are Now, who we have in our lives
Now, and the things we Have Now is life truly worth living.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Even if you don’t have much
money, many positive people in your life, or even much that you feel grateful
for, you still need to work on finding and appreciating whatever you can
EVERYDAY!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I have found that when I am
sad, angry, doubtful, or apathetic, it really is difficult to be grateful for
good things in my life. Being grateful
can take work, it is a skill that depending on where you are in your life may
need A LOT of PRACTICE. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Just like with most things, the
more you practice, the easier it gets. I
believe we are not meant to have everything we want at All Times in our lives. If we had everything we wanted, nothing would
be worth working for. If we had everything
we wanted, nothing would be special. If
we had everything we wanted, we may be prone to entitlement, cynicism, and a
lack of gratitude and wonderment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I believe that we deserve all
the happiness The Universe has to offer, but we have to be able to be happy
within ourselves before we can truly appreciate everything we “think we
want.” True happiness comes from
within. It doesn’t matter who is in our
lives, or what “things” we have, if we aren’t happy and capable of Love inside
our hearts and minds, we will never Truly Be Happy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Think about people like Mother
Teresa or The Dalai Lama, they don’t have all the material things the average
person thinks they need to be happy. I
believe that they Truly Understand, that happiness, Real and Lasting Happiness
comes from within.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Once you are able to bring more
Joy and Love into your own life, then you can share it with others. What can you do Right Now to bring a smile to
your face? If you feel you can’t smile right
now, PRACTICE…PRACTICE gratitude!!! Find
one tiny thing that lifts your spirit and carry it with you throughout the
day. This may take work and focus on
your part, but if you keep practicing You Will see a difference.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-31383827793282778302013-07-03T08:30:00.001-07:002013-07-03T08:30:29.537-07:00Comfort and Happiness are NOT The Same<div class="MsoNormal">
“Comfort sells easier than happiness.
Comfort is easy. It requires no effort and no work. Happiness takes effort. It
requires being proactive, confronting fears, facing difficult situations, and
having unpleasant conversations.” –Author Unknown</div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Today
I have been considering some words that we think are synonymous with each
other, but are actually very different.
If you read the quote I included today I am sure you can guess that I am
talking about the differences and similarities between comfort and happiness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When
I was young and people would ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up my
answer was always the same…I wanted to be Happy and I wanted to be a
Doctor. Well here I am today and I am
not a doctor, though thankfully I am Happy (but I had to WORK at my HAPPINESS).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Comfort
is another thing, many people think that if they have all the “comforts” of
life they will be happy. People think if
they have nice things, a nice car, a nice house, and other material comforts
that they will be happy and successful.
NOT!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I
am not saying that people who have all the material comforts in life are not
happy, but I am sayings it is not those “material comforts” which are providing
them with happiness.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Happiness
seems elusive to many people because they don’t truly understand that you can’t
buy happiness and you can’t borrow somebody else’s happiness. Happiness takes WORK. It takes work simply because life isn’t
perfect.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When
life throws us curve balls, negativity, and lack we must work to find the
happiness within ourselves. True
happiness only comes from within and it starts with Love, Pride, and
Gratitude. The comforts in our life as
well as the people we surround ourselves with life can increase our happiness,
but only if we start out with happiness from within.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> What
is one thing you can be Grateful for today?
What is one thing about Yourself that you are Proud of? What is one thing that you Love about
yourself? Ask yourself these questions
every day and that is a great way to start to increase the happiness in your
life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-55104419596750268442013-07-02T08:17:00.001-07:002013-07-02T08:17:09.616-07:00The People You Care For are Always With You<div class="MsoNormal">
This past year is the most time
I have spent without my mother and best friend.
It is also the most time I have spent with my Father, at least that I
can remember. It’s a little bit of a trade-off. I miss my mother and family in Sacramento but
I am so grateful to be able to be with family and friends in my new town.</div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> To my Mother Denise, You Are
ALWAYS with me. I am eternally grateful,
because I have you as my mother. You
have always made my life so special. You
are filled with Love and Kindness and the rest of the world would benefit if
more people were filled with the same qualities ALL YEAR ROUND. I Love you more than Anything or Anyone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> To my family back home, we have
been through a lot, but I am grateful to have been blessed with you as
well. Sometimes we are inseparable,
sometimes we drift apart, sometimes we fight, but we are always connected in
LOVE. You can change your friends, but
your family is forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> To my Best Friend Jason, You
are family and my Best Friend. How lucky
does that make me? You have stuck by me
through Good and Bad. When I am not
around you, I often feel like I am missing a part of myself. You are One in a Million and my Love for you
is Endless.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> To my friends, you may be small
in number, but you are with me forever.
It is not the number of friends a person has that matters. What matters is how close they are to your
heart. What matters is that you know
your true friends share a deep love and respect with you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-63191142249102114082013-07-01T08:31:00.001-07:002013-07-01T08:31:39.293-07:00Just Because It’s Not Easy Doesn’t Mean It’s Wrong<div class="MsoNormal">
Decisions aren’t always supposed
to be easy. Many times in my life I have
found myself questioning if I am making the right decision. Decisions which will bring me the happiness
and security I desire. I know I am not
alone in questioning my decisions. The
difficulty comes with trying to stick to the choices I have made, or fall
backwards into what I KNOW and what is easier.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Last year I moved to a new city
and for a long time I was Really Missing my friends and family. My hometown is where I fought through my
addictions, my apathy, and my sadness. My
hometown is where I grew up, where my most of my family and friends live, where
I KNOW I will always have a place, and where I have re-invented myself before.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I made the decision to stay in
my new city quite a while ago, and I really feel at home here. Originally I had to force myself to believe
that once I had made the decision to stay my doubts would dissipate. I can honestly say that the doubts I had last
year have mostly disappeared, and I am So Grateful and Happy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Today I realize that doubt is
natural. Doubt is The Universe testing
me. My doubt doesn’t mean I made the
wrong choice, it means the Universe wants to be sure that I am Completely
Committed to moving forward on my path.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When negative emotions and
thoughts like doubt enter my mind I must work hard to control the negativity in
my heart and mind. This kind of control
over my negative thoughts takes work.
The work that is required will be rewarded. I know that everything worth having will take
work and I am ready to put in the effort.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> As much as I wish serious change
was always easy, I know that when I come out the other side the trials and
difficult choices I have been faced with makes my joy even sweeter. My goal is to stay on the path that The
Universe guides me down. I must
constantly evaluate my choices and what influences them in order to allow
myself an abundance of Happiness, Love, and Security.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-36696226786153813612013-06-28T08:16:00.001-07:002013-06-28T08:16:44.377-07:00I got a message from The Universe...In My Email!!!<span style="line-height: 1.5;"> “It was perhaps one of your greatest acts of love, Brandy. Choosing to be alive at a time when so many live so deeply in the dark. And already things are looking brighter.” --The Universe</span><br /><br /> Good Morning Universe, thanks for the inspiration. I REALLY do get messages from the The Universe on a regular basis. It’s a regular inspiration message send by tut.com, but it comes into my inbox from and signed by The Universe. How cool is that?<br /><br /> The message I received this morning touched me because it reminded me just how far I have come. As many of you know I spent YEARS in the darkness. The darkness in my life started small when I was much younger. My life was overshadowed by low self-esteem and this lack of LOVE for myself developed into negative behaviors and unhappiness, which would plague me most of my adult life.<br /><br /> My low self-esteem and inability to truly LOVE myself led to physical self-harm then addiction. My addiction led to the loss of my job, my indepence, my freedom, and the loss of the last bit of Self Love I had at the time. I began living in darkness.<br /><br /> Then a MIRACLE happened, I chose LOVE. I chose to work for a better life instead of dwelling in the swamp of negativity my life had become. Once I chose LOVE I thought everything would be easy, it wasn’t. It was better, and would continue to be better every day. The only thing I had to do was take the first step, not look back, and focus on Loving myself, my Life, and the people, places, and things I have around me.<br /><br /> Two of the greatest tools I have used to keep myself on a positive path have been GRATITUDE and LOVE. When you are grateful for who you are, what you have, and the path you are walking it is much easier to LIVE IN POSITIVITY. When you operate from LOVE, from that place inside you that feels warm and kind, then your thoughts, emotions, and actions always guide you to a better place.<br /><br /> It’s only when we stop listening to our heart that we are in danger or living in the dark. What can you do today to bring more light and love into your heart. Are you ready to LIVE in LOVE and STOP Dwelling in Darkness. Make a choice to see where the path of LOVE and LIGHT leads you.<br /><br />To The Universe<br />Love BrandyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-32704302658914020892013-06-27T09:02:00.002-07:002013-06-27T09:02:49.256-07:00Let The Tough Times Spur GROWTH!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
"Tough times never last, but
tough people do." Robert H.
Schuller</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> This quote is so short in
length, but it’s genius is enormous. It
calls to mind the tough times I have experienced in my life like depression,
low self-esteem, and drugs just to name a few.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I would describe my past as
tough, though I am not blaming my mistakes on my “tough” past. I wouldn’t say that I used to describe life
as fair. In fact, I spent a lot of my
time looking at other people’s lives and how I thought they had it “easy”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> By focusing all my attention on
other people’s “easy” lives, or at least how I saw other’s lives, I didn’t have
to look at my own. It wasn’t that I was
ashamed of everything I did, but I didn’t have the strength to make the changes
I wanted. I wanted life to change for
me, not for me to change for life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If something good happened I
didn’t rejoice, I usually thought it was an anomaly. If something bad happened or I was going
through a tough time, I thought I was being punished unfairly. I never truly stopped to think that I could
grow from the tough times, I just felt self-pity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Today it’s easier to look at my
past mistakes and the tough situations I have gone through without blame,
guilt, and pity. I am not perfect. At times blame, guilt, and pity still sneak
into my thoughts. Though today I know I
can take those thoughts captive and work on changing them into positivity and
love. It takes work to change inside and
out, but it’s worth it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I am tougher then I knew I was,
but am tender as well. It’s a balance
between being tough and being tender that I feel will benefit me most. It’s a balancing act that I KNOW I can
do. Who knows, I heard “balancing” on a
tightrope can be exciting. Life is my
circus and I’m ready for it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-34827131562394347042013-06-21T08:45:00.002-07:002013-06-21T08:45:18.210-07:00The Human Experience<div class="MsoNormal">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Today I was reminded how beautiful
life is, and I am truly thankful for that.
The beauty in life is so simple and so natural, maybe that’s part of the
reason that people stop seeing the beauty around them every day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> So often we are bogged down
with problems, stress, disappointment, and expectations that we forget to be
thankful. People can forget to be
thankful for the simple beauty of life and for the human experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> The human experience isn’t meant to
be perfect, but deep down it’s perfectly simple. We as humans are given the gift of life, not
just existence, but life and higher consciousness. We experience emotions that other creatures
in the natural world will never be a part of.
These emotions that we are blessed to have access to are the basis of
our lives.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Many times when we are
experiencing painful emotions it’s difficult to be thankful for the experience
that we are given. Though when we come
through the pain, the happiness and beauty of life is even sweeter. It is only because we are aware that pain and
negativity is out there, that we can truly appreciate beauty and happiness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When we realize that every emotion
and experience we have is important. It
is then that we can influence our lives with the choices we make. We can choose to be stuck in pain, or choose
to try and see beauty. We can choose to
accept that negativity is part of our world, but we don’t have to let negativity
be part of ourselves.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> We can choose to forgive ourselves
and others for our imperfections. When
we choose to have as much good in our lives as we can, it’s then that we are
choosing a Great Life. What kind of
choices can you make today to start Your Great Life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Love Brandy</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-9201724490616073322013-06-20T09:40:00.000-07:002013-06-20T09:40:02.547-07:00Honesty Can Be Hurtful…Use It Responsibly!!<div class="MsoNormal">
Good Morning Universe, let’s
talk about honesty. I grew up hearing
that “Honesty is The Best Policy” and that is generally true. The problem we face these days is when does
honesty cross the line and become hurtful.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Everyone needs to share. We shouldn’t hold in our fears, anger,
anxiety or other negative emotions because they can poison us. The problem is we can’t say everything that
comes to our minds, it’s inappropriate, unhealthy, and selfish.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> So how do we know when honesty
is best? Well, if you are saying what is
honestly in your head but your heart feels wrong. Don’t Say it.
When it comes to sharing negative things about other people you should
be filtering those things through Your Head and Your Heart.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Another thing to remember is
when you share what you are feeling and experiencing consider whether or not
you are trying to elicit a specific reaction from who you are sharing
with. For example, if you are angry with
someone and you share your thoughts with them simply to make them feel bad or
hurt…EVEN IF IT’S TRUE it’s usually inappropriate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> You shouldn’t be sharing with
another person in order to hurt them.
You should be sharing in order to grow or heal. Be aware that once you share something it
isn’t up to you how the other person will react. You are only in control of yourself, what
other people feel and do is entirely up to them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Don’t let your feelings build up inside,
just work on finding the appropriate time and words to share how you feel. Honesty is the best policy, and we should be
“telling the truth.” But we should be
examining our motives behind how and why we are sharing.</span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> It’s not brain surgery. If we are paying attention and not working
from our ego, we will know deep inside if what are sharing is coming from a
“good place” or a “bad place.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-20668881850876550422013-06-18T08:05:00.000-07:002013-06-18T08:05:11.408-07:00I Appreciate All Types of Weather!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
How many times do
people say things like, “I feel down, I think it’s the weather.” I know that many times “Good Weather” can
bring a smile to my face, though I wonder why bad weather often makes people
gloomy.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> It has been very Hot and Dry
lately, and I miss the milder temperatures that beckoned me outside daily. Don’t get me wrong I appreciate the way any
sunny day can Elevate my mood. But I do miss
the warmth and beauty of Nice MILD sunny Day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I think I am finally able to
appreciate all types of weather, because I find beauty in it. Like the ups and downs of life, the “good”
and “bad” weather is beautiful if you are able to view it in the proper
context.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If it never rained, how would we
grow food? If it was always sunny, how
could we be witness to the amazing cloud formations that the sky creates? If it was never “too hot” or “too cold”, how
could we appreciate the perfect temperature?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Just like in nature, it is the
opposites of life that make appreciation possible. I don’t want to live in a perfect world, with
perfect people, and perfect weather.
Perfect is nice, but if that’s all there is then boredom would soon set
in.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If people worked as hard to see the
positive as they do at dwelling on the negative, then we would have a
revolution. A revolution that could
inspire beauty, kindness, greatness, and compassion.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I want to live in a “perfect”
world, but my “perfect” world would be where everyone can see the Bad as just
another way to increase their perception of the Good. We could see that darkness isn’t Bad, it’s
just waiting to be LIT UP.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink"> How can you Light Up your world? Can you look at life from a different
perspective and truly appreciate it? Can
you see the “harsh weather” as just another example of the greatness of Mother
Nature?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"><br /></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Love Brandy</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-86347993958916451002013-06-17T08:17:00.003-07:002013-06-17T08:17:43.206-07:00Great Change Doesn’t Always Have To Start Big!!!<div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-954610019132079971" itemprop="description articleBody" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; position: relative; width: 568px;">
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<span style="background-color: white;">Sometimes people are waiting for “the big moment” or epiphany to start a change. One day you can wake up and realize that things are different, your life is different, YOU ARE DIFFERENT. Often times change can be so gradual you can’t pinpoint it.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">I have been trying to pinpoint when I started truly feeling happy, and not just believing happiness would be mine. I can’t remember a specific day, week, or even month when I was sure that my happiness was more than just belief.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">The first step to change is desire, then belief, then action, and perseverance. All of a sudden you look back and realize not only is your life different, BUT YOU ARE DIFFERENT. It works both ways, with positive changes and negative changes. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">I have had experience with the “positive changes” and the “negative changes.” When I became addicted to drugs, I didn’t just WAKE UP like that. It was gradual, I knew I was taking chances using drugs but I told myself I was stronger and smarter than that. I was wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">When I quit using drugs I didn’t just wake up and everything was great because I was sober. My road to sobriety and ultimately to happiness was long and difficult. When I was using drugs, I didn’t want to be an addict. I was afraid, I was ashamed, I was unhappy, I felt unworthy and unloved….That is a lot of negativity to face sober.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">Today I am SO VERY BLESSED. My life isn’t perfect and I’m not always happy and chipper, but I feel different deep down inside. I don’t dwell in the bad stuff. Negativity, Anxiety, and Fear come to visit me sometimes, but I DON’T LET THEM STICK AROUND.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink" style="background-color: white;">To The Universe<br />Love Brandy</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-52844749764792571312013-06-14T08:32:00.004-07:002013-06-14T08:32:29.299-07:00Don’t Let Your Reasons Become Excuses!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
Good Morning Universe. Let’s talk about the dreaded “E” word. Ok…no one actually refers to “Excuses” as the
dreaded “E” word, but maybe they should.
So often in my life I have felt that I had valid reasons to think,
choose, and act in a specific way. I had
specific reasons for my behavior.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> The problem I realize today is
that All Too Often what I thought was a perfectly good reason to think or act a
specific way, led to a perfectly good excuse.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Webster’s Dictionary defines
reason as “a statement offered in explanation or justification,” or “the power
of comprehending, inferring, or thinking especially in orderly rational
ways.” It also includes “a rational
ground or motive” as another definition.
These definitions are just a few examples of the proper context of the
word reason.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I am not one to argue with the
Dictionary as to the proper meaning of a word, but I would like to put the
first definition into the context of personal growth. When you include justification into your
reasoning it is the first step to “making excuses.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> People explain themselves,
their choices, and their actions every day, and it’s often a part of healthy
communication with others. So how can we
stop making our reasons into our excuses?
How can we even be sure that our words and actions are based in reasons
and not excuses?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> The biggest indicator that you
are no longer explaining your reasons and have moved into making excuses, is
how you feel? When you are giving valid
reasons for your thoughts and actions you aren’t going to feel guilty.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When you start to make excuses
there is usually a little voice inside your head telling you that you have to
lie, embellish, or omit something important.
Often times when we make excuses the little voice inside our head is
feeling guilty, or just a little off.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Come on people it’s not brain
surgery. If it feels wrong, if it feels
deceptive, if it feels negative then we are probably on the wrong path. Start listening to that little voice in your
head, start listening to your intuition, start listening to your heart. If we are really listening we will know when
our reasons have become excuses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-42214426327665732402013-06-13T08:45:00.002-07:002013-06-13T08:45:14.212-07:00It Takes Work to be at The Top!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
Good Morning Universe, let’s
talk sports. Yes, I said sports. I am not going to be discussing any
particular sport. I want to discuss
what people who play sports already know, and that is “it takes work to be at
the top of your game.”</div>
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I am not talking about just professional athletes. I am talking about anyone with a passion to
play…The weekend warrior, The Softball or Basketball League Players, The Tennis
or Golf enthusiast. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Anyone who has a love for playing
a sport or participating in anything athletic usually wants to be their
best. To achieve their personal best
people have to practice, they have to put in The Work.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Even people who are “born
athletes” or are blessed with what the average person might consider unnatural
skill” have to practice. What I think
most Athletes and Active people have in common is the desire to perform at
their best.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Just like with athletes we need
to practice, practice positivity and if necessary a change in our
perspective. We need to work-out our
minds. We need to practice putting
things around us in the proper perspective.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Often times what people are
most bothered by in their own lives can be changed by changing their perspective. What people think about themselves, other
people, and even their own lives are usually be reinforced by what they “see.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If you think your life is
crappy then that is how you will see everything. If you think your life is filled with
possibility then that is what you will see.
If you work to find joy every day (no matter how big or small) then that
is what you will find.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Changing our old patterns of
thinking from “seeing the negative” to “Seeing The Positive” will take practice
and effort, but IT IS WORTH IT.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-28731612447598635782013-06-12T08:11:00.002-07:002013-06-12T08:11:44.166-07:00Is Your Life A Miracle? YES IT IS!!! <div class="MsoNormal">
“There are two ways to live: You can
live as if nothing is a miracle; or, you can live as if everything is a
miracle.” -Albert Einstein</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Good
Morning Universe. I have heard this
quote by Einstein many times in my life, but recently it has been popping up
everywhere. Whenever I read a blog or
check out an inspirational site or video this quote keeps coming back to
me. So I guess it means I should be focusing
on Einstein for inspiration!!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When
I was younger I didn’t like the word, “miracle.” I always put a religious spin on <br />
“miracles” and since I wasn’t a religious or spiritual person I didn’t like the
connotation associated with the word.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> As
I have gotten older I am still not a religious person, though I appreciate and
accept the value other people put into their religious practices and
beliefs. Today I would say that I am
spiritual, though my exact definition of spirituality is still evolving.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> What
I do know is that when I started believing that Miracles happen every day is
when I started to experience Love and Happiness. The miracles I believe happen every day are
usually small and often overlooked, even by myself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> When
I wake up every day, it’s a miracle.
When I smile and laugh, it’s a miracle.
When the sun shines through the clouds and lights up the mountains
outside my window, it’s a miracle. When
I CHOOSE to smile and live in love instead of dwelling in negativity and
sadness, it’s a miracle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Some
of these miracles are created by nature.
Some of these miracles are created by others. Some of these miracles are created by
me. The common thread is that when I
look for and appreciate the things in my life, the miracles around me, I AM
HAPPIER.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> What
Miracles are around you today? What is
one thing no matter how BIG or how SMALL you can view as one of life’s
miracles? What can you do today to see
YOUR LIFE as a MIRACLE?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-10585703286118674352013-06-10T09:08:00.002-07:002013-06-10T09:08:47.769-07:00Practice Patience!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Patience is a skill and like
with any skill, it needs to be practiced.
I have often thought that I was a patient person, though I believe that
I have mistaken my lack of desire for patience.
I possess the ability to be patient on the outside, though my mind is
often overtaken with anxiety.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I have mentioned on numerous
occasions that I have been stricken with doubt and anxiety. These types of feelings are not something
that coincide with patience. If I truly
had the skill of patience, I would be able to soothe my fears and keep
negativity at bay. If I truly had
mastered the skill of patience I would not be preoccupied with thoughts of
“WHAT MAY BE.” Instead I would be able
to think about WHAT IS.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Living in the present, living
with purpose, living today in order to make your tomorrow’s better is what I
believe takes patience. In today’s world
we are so often given answers quickly.</span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> If we have a problem with our
television or internet, there is a call center technician available to help us
almost immediately. If we are bored we
can find instant entertainment with television and the internet. If we are lonely we can call our friends and
family. If we are hungry we go to a fast
food drive thru.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Everything in our society is
trying to be faster, because most people lack patience. We want it all, and we want it immediately.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I am learning to be
patient. I know I need to practice keep
exercising patience. I know that the
decisions and actions I make today will shape my future. If I have patience I will be able to wait for
my dreams to become a reality. I can’t
force The Universe to work on my timeframe.
The only thing I can do is continue to work for the future and practice
patience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">Love Brandy</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-13626016918023320562013-06-07T07:34:00.002-07:002013-06-07T07:34:50.677-07:00Belief is a Powerful Tool…Use It!!!<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Do you know the Universe is always talking to
us, it’s just waiting for us to listen. The Universe is always offering us a
path to our dreams. We must keep our
eyes and ears open so the Universe can guide us. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> An
important thing to remember as we walk our path is that it is rarely a straight
line. The Universe gives us
opportunities to alter our path to fit our needs all the time, whether it be
daily or even hourly. Don’t ignore these
whispers just because they are coming at you fast, grab hold of your future because
it starts today.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Now don’t despair because the
Universe isn’t yelling at you about your path daily. If the Universe isn’t yelling at you every
day, if you don’t see the signs of your future every hour don’t despair. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Remember the Universe doesn’t
work on your timeframe. The Universe
will give you what you want and need at the opportune moment. The Universe can see where you are going long
before you can. I had to surrender my
path to the Universe today. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> It
may seem small, but my scale hasn’t moved in a few weeks. For those of you that don’t already know I am
on a journey to better health and weight loss, so the scale is an important
tool for me. At first I was upset not having
the regular success I am used to, but it doesn’t change my goals or my work ethic.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> I
am still going to keep up with my regular workouts and watch what I eat. Those things are good for me, and I don’t
need immediate rewards because in the long run I’ll be rewarded. The Universe has a timeframe for my health
and I choose to Believe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> One
of the Most Important things you can do for yourself is to Believe that what
you want and need WILL COME. The
Universe will respond to your Belief, never give up, never stop believing, keep
working to make your life AWESOME.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">Love Brandy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13733060499813893259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3987200464843797927.post-22040198806850538742013-06-06T07:46:00.000-07:002013-06-06T07:46:35.949-07:00I Talk to Myself and I Answer Back <div class="MsoNormal">
Good Morning. If you were captivated by my title and
admission that I “talk to myself” you might be wondering if I am saying Good
Morning to myself, or to my readers. The
answer is BOTH. I am here to say to all
of you that “talking to yourself” can be good.</div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Many times in my life I have
talked to myself, I talk to myself on a regular basis. Sometimes the conversations were based in
sadness and anger, sometimes they were based in boredom, and other times they
were Just Plain Silly. No matter what
I’m saying to myself, I realize it’s important.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> You may be wondering what’s so
important and beneficial about talking to yourself. Let’s see…First of all I believe you should
be your own best friend. I’m not saying
you shouldn’t have other friends.
Friends and close relationships with other people are ABSOLUTELY
Necessary to have a healthy and happy life.
What I am saying is that in order to be a good friend and a loving
person with others, you need to start within yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Another benefit of talking to
yourself is that you can work through sensitive issues with the person you
trust the most, yourself. Often times
people are hesitant to share sensitive issues with others out of fear. If we can talk to ourselves we can have a
DRESS REHERSAL for sharing. We can
practice different ways of communication in safety.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Yet another benefit of talking
to yourself is LOVE…even more specific, self-love. Loving yourself is of the utmost importance
if you want to share in Positive Loving relationships with others. If you can’t be alone or find something you
like or love about yourself this is often a precursor to negative interactions
with others. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> Talking to yourself can be a valuable
tool for growth. Keep in mind that most
TOOLS are guidelines and if not practiced properly can turn into Bad
Habits. Remember that talking to
yourself is NOT a REPLACEMENT for interaction with other people. Remember that if you dwell in negative
Self-Talk it is not going to help you grow or work through things. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink"> It’s ok to share your good and
bad emotions, as long as you work towards a healthy balance. Don’t pretend to be happy and perfect all the
time, but work to keep from dwelling in negativity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="MsoHyperlink">To The Universe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span class="MsoHyperlink">LOVE BRANDY<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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