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It's Summer in South Florida and we hope you are all staying cool and dry.  Frank Iborra wrote a note on the summer solstice and even though it has just passed, I'm sending it because it still has relevance in the future and relates to the upcoming study group. Following also is the information for the July events.  

For a class schedule you can go to the blog at www.whitecranehealingarts.com

Summer Solstice

Today is the Summer Solstice which is the time when yang has reached its peak and yin begins to grow.  This is considered in the Taoist tradition, the best time for people to control their vitality, so as not to over-extend themselves.  The Summer Solstice is one of eight high energy days observed by the Yellow Emperor’s calendar.  

This system of natural energetic cycles, as observed by the Chinese people over countless generations informs and guides us in regards to agriculture, daily activities, and spiritual cultivation.   The Ancients through texts such as the I Ching, teach the natural energy cycles so that our intuition and natural instincts can evolve.  This is one way to live in greater harmony and connect to the deep source.
 

Two FREE Summer Events

Mystical Studies In TAO
(discussion-study group)

Saturday, July 12th. 10:00 – 11:30 am

Cycles, Circles, Rhythms and Chi will be the subject of this group.

We’ll use Inspirational readings and life experience to share knowledge, wisdom and spiritual guidance.  We’ll also discuss how to integrate this information into daily life.

Meet the Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Wednesday, July 16th. 6:30-7:30 pm

Frank Iborra is a state licensed and nationally certified acupuncture physician, herbalist and chi gung practitioner with over 38 yrs. experience.  He will answer health questions and give practical guidance from a holistic perspective that includes diet, herbs, mind-body practices, acupuncture and energy bodywork.

A simple chi gung practice will also be taught.

Location:

White Crane Healing Arts
7071 W. Commercial Blvd. 2C
Tamarac, FL. 33319
Info or directions:  954/721-7252
http://www.whitecranehealingarts.com

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Won't you please join us at Broward Community College on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, 6:30pm-9:30pm at the North Campus? This exciting seminar, Get Organized and Stay That Way! will provide the solutions you need to get your office or home office papers, mail, files and time organized once and for all while increasing productivity.

AS A SPECIAL BONUS, each attendee will receive a complementary autographed copy of our book, "Don't Agonize, Organize Your Office Now! Simple Solutions for Your Office Organizing Challenges" written by the presenter, Certified Professional Organizer Diane Hatcher, CPO(R). She is one of 225 certified organizers in the U.S.

Light refreshments will be served.

And all this for only $145!

Read what a recent attendee has to say about the class:

"Diane, I recently took your class at BCC Tigertail location and have talked to all my friends about it.  I really enjoyed the class and have practiced the ideas at my desk.  It already looks 100% better!  I think I've shocked my co-workers!  I will highly recommend your book and class to everyone I know!"    

Patricia J
Pompano Beach, FL

To register, please open the attached flyer for further details. Or you can copy and paste the following link into your browser:
2008-Summer-Schedule.pdf
For course description, scroll down to p.6 of the PDF, course EDI 105.
 
ONLINE REGISTRATION: http://www.broward.edu - BCC-CE_Registration
(or if you prefer, register by phone by calling BCC at 954-201-2204.)

Then under "Classes Currently Offered", select "Business." The course name “Get Organized and Stay that Way” will be available to be added to your shopping cart.

 Friday    May 16, 2008    9am-12:00pm    Weston Rm. 206    $145    #354457
Tuesday    July 8, 2008    6:30-9:30pm    North Campus Rm. 213    $145    #354499

Enroll today!  Online at ce.broward.edu

Call 954-201-2204 for more information

If you have any questions, please contact the Continuing Education Dept. of BCC at 954-201-2204, or contact Time-Savers Professional Organizing at 954-252-7511, or by reply to this email at diane@timesaversusa.com.
 
JULY 3 WILL BE THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER DUE TO THE 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY. So register now before the class fills up!

Happy Organizing!
 
Sincerely,
Diane Hatcher, CPO(R)
Time-Savers Professional Organizing Services, Inc.
954-252-7511
www.timesaversusa.com

"Organizing Busy Professionals" since 1998

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Now that Gas has gotten over 4.00 per gallon, I started looking at anything that will help me save money and be environmentally friendly.

I started looking at Electric Cordless Mowers

I found a couple of great articles about electric lawn mower reviews.

http://products.howstuffworks.com/electric-lawn-mower-reviews.htm

http://www.peoplepoweredmachines.com/info/brill_neuton.htm

This is a short list of Electric Mower to research further. They all seem to have pro's and con's. So take your time and choose wisely.

Black & Decker CMM1000
Mulching Mower
Visit www.blackanddecker.com
for a list of distributors

Cordless Electric Brill Accumower ASM380 reel mower (There is a new model out)
People Powered Machines
(978) 884-8156
www.peoplepoweredmachines.com

Clean Air Gardening
(214) 370-0530
www.cleanairgardening.com

Neuton Cordless Electric Mower
(800) 687-6575
www.myneuton.com

PV accessories and mowers
Free Power Systems
Manufacturers and sellers of solar-powered lawn-and-garden equipment
(303) 651-3184
www.freepowersys.com

Solar Converts
Distributors of solar conversion kits for most battery applications
(519) 824-5272
www.solarconverters.com

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Walking a little can go a long way
By Lambeth Hochwald
Health Magazine

Story Highlights

• Walking every day brings many health benefits
• A brisk walk in the afternoon will help you get a better night's sleep, experts say
• You can significantly reduce breast-cancer risk by walking, one study says
• Walking may help ward off Alzheimer's disease, studies say

What if there was something simple you could do every day that would burn calories, be good for your heart, and help you stay young. You'd do it, right?

Well, that's why researchers and doctors are so gung ho about walking, especially in light of new research that credits it for everything from cutting breast-cancer risks to helping you sleep.

To learn more about this story - click the link below:
http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/diet.fitness/

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This is a very clear article about the difference between tax policies and the impact on the American Public….

McCain and Obama want to change the bottom-line effects of the tax code. Here's a dollars-and-cents breakdown of what their plans could mean for you.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) — John McCain and Barack Obama have starkly different philosophies about tax policy - how to raise the revenue needed to support government programs, spur growth and ensure economic fairness.