<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005' xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747</id><updated>2011-11-27T19:24:03.059-05:00</updated><category term='weekly special'/><category term='hormones'/><category term='bath recipes'/><category term='disaster relief'/><category term='Wicked'/><category term='long-distance move'/><category term='DIY recipes'/><category term='gift wrap'/><category term='girlfriends entourage'/><category term='grace'/><category term='inspsiration'/><category term='light'/><category term='cyber sale'/><category term='Colors and Chakras'/><category term='bathing'/><category term='donate'/><category term='new year&apos;s resolutions'/><category term='home spa club'/><category term='astrology'/><category term='forgiveness'/><category term='service'/><category term='motivation'/><category term='home'/><category term='dreaming'/><category term='customized fragrances'/><category term='travel'/><category term='spa'/><category term='ask and it is given'/><category term='free shipping'/><category term='humility'/><category term='Promotions'/><category term='sales'/><category term='personal power'/><category term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category term='law of attraction'/><category term='girl getaways'/><category term='self-esteem'/><category term='anger'/><category term='Cheesecake Factory'/><category term='11:11'/><category term='bathing rituals'/><category term='celebration'/><category term='detox'/><category term='Abraham Hicks'/><category term='life&apos;s purpose'/><category term='harmonic thoughts'/><category term='giveaways'/><category term='Product Info'/><category term='family and friends'/><category term='contest'/><category term='angel food ministries'/><category term='business'/><category term='2008 presidential election'/><category term='national pumpkin cheesecake day'/><category term='peace'/><category term='holiday orders'/><category term='Pampering and Relaxation'/><category term='twittermoms'/><category term='Christmas'/><category term='alternative healing'/><category term='economy'/><category term='return gifts'/><category term='Georgia'/><category term='mind body'/><category term='motivational'/><category term='FEMA'/><category term='gratitude'/><category term='depression'/><category term='faith'/><category term='Inspiration'/><category term='networking'/><category term='decisions'/><category term='stockpile'/><category term='girlfriends'/><category term='Ft. Hood tradegy'/><category term='disaster'/><category term='cyber week sale'/><category term='feng shui'/><category term='spa products'/><category term='coaching'/><category term='therapeutic bath'/><category term='pampering u'/><category term='master numbers'/><category term='Biltmore Estate'/><category term='Dr. Wayne Dyer'/><category term='love'/><category term='self-help'/><category term='poverty'/><category term='aromatherapy'/><category term='sadness'/><category term='Amethyst Rising news'/><category term='Kindle'/><category term='maximize potential'/><category term='gift-giving'/><category term='flooding'/><category term='Pampering U News'/><category term='Random Musings'/><category term='customers'/><category term='Thanksgiving'/><category term='jo malone'/><category term='hope'/><category term='creativity'/><category term='empowerment'/><category term='Pampering U Customers'/><category term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category term='gifts'/><category term='birthdays'/><category term='fragrance combining'/><category term='emotions'/><category term='social networking'/><category term='life path'/><category term='charity'/><category term='Savannah'/><category term='Christmas gifts'/><category term='new year'/><category term='Money Management'/><category term='free stuff'/><category term='givinging thanks'/><category term='happiness'/><category term='beauty'/><category term='re-gifting'/><category term='attitude'/><category term='holiday gifts'/><category term='veterans day'/><category term='friends'/><category term='holiday stress'/><category term='essential oils'/><category term='business name'/><category term='color for days of the week'/><category term='preparedness'/><category term='hurricane'/><category term='Esther and Jerry Hicks'/><category term='politics'/><category term='today&apos;s special'/><category term='mid-life crisis'/><category term='March giveaways'/><category term='communication'/><category term='destiny'/><category term='Nutrition'/><category term='passion'/><category term='present'/><category term='energy'/><category term='fun stuff'/><category term='bath and body'/><category term='words'/><category term='blog action day 2008'/><category term='giveaway'/><category term='The Shift'/><category term='free pampering products'/><category term='Lifestyle'/><category term='abundance'/><category term='Spirituality'/><category term='volunteerism'/><category term='fear'/><category term='AARP'/><category term='natural herbs'/><category term='health'/><category term='mad as hell'/><category term='blog giveaway'/><category term='women travel'/><title type='text'>Amethyst Rising Blog</title><subtitle type='html'>Amethyst Rising Blog: Tips &amp;amp; tools to help you live a happy, fruitful life</subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default?max-results=100'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><link rel='next' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default?start-index=101&amp;max-results=100'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>130</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>100</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3226431421269907515</id><published>2011-09-18T18:37:00.001-04:00</published><updated>2011-09-19T19:50:54.084-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='humility'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='faith'/><title type='text'>Humility</title><summary type='text'>hu-mil-i-ty: noun - the quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance, rank, etc.


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A friend sent an inspirational article to several people via email. The piece was entitled, "Acquiring Humility" and contained a list of 12 suggestions on how to humble yourself with references to biblical </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3226431421269907515/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/humility.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3226431421269907515'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3226431421269907515'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/humility.html' title='Humility'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tT1Vi1q_qag/TnZXVQDSgVI/AAAAAAAAAqE/LbN5tXPNQgc/s72-c/in-humility.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7497431366812644280</id><published>2011-09-12T07:26:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-09-12T07:26:13.151-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='happiness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='home'/><title type='text'>Your Home, Your Sanctuary</title><summary type='text'>The home was intended to be a sanctuary--the one place where you can go to feel protected, loved and nurtured; to rest, experience joy and get inspired. Optimize the energy in your home (and on the grounds) by cleaning it often, keeping it well-lit, chaos and clutter-free, and honoring it with lots of music, dancing and cheerful gatherings. Seems simple and it is. If you shower your home with </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7497431366812644280/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/your-home-your-sanctuary.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7497431366812644280'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7497431366812644280'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/your-home-your-sanctuary.html' title='Your Home, Your Sanctuary'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NFIYkdE0rK8/Tm3qQ6A1JoI/AAAAAAAAAp0/Bjxhd2zo67w/s72-c/home.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-9187376660089799122</id><published>2011-08-25T22:52:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-08-25T22:52:36.633-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='stockpile'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='preparedness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='disaster'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hurricane'/><title type='text'>Hurricane &amp; Disaster Preparedness</title><summary type='text'>The east coast is preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Irene  (expected to hit North Carolina sometime late Friday night). If you live  along the Eastern Seaboard, please take these storm warnings seriously  (especially evacuation requests) prepare yourself and your family for an  emergency. 

Below are links to resources for  preparedness--general information on hurricanes/tropical storms, who</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/9187376660089799122/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/hurricane-disaster-preparedness.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/9187376660089799122'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/9187376660089799122'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/hurricane-disaster-preparedness.html' title='Hurricane &amp; Disaster Preparedness'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6695669058787263928</id><published>2011-04-14T21:07:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-14T21:07:39.307-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='jo malone'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fragrance combining'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gifts'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='customized fragrances'/><title type='text'>Jo Malone Master Class</title><summary type='text'>Fragrance is intensely personal and should be as unique as the individual wearing it...
I recently had the pleasure of attending a Master Class hosted by David Ponce, Educational Director of Jo Malone London. I wasn't sure what to expect but I instinctively knew if Jo Malone fragrances were involved, this was going to be a very special event.
The moment I walked into the room I was captivated and</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6695669058787263928/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/04/jo-malone-master-class.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6695669058787263928'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6695669058787263928'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2011/04/jo-malone-master-class.html' title='Jo Malone Master Class'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zAlS1Qf84vA/TY_SE23Xu_I/AAAAAAAAAo0/0y4VYcBSytI/s72-c/jo-malone.JPG' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8739054193659474767</id><published>2011-02-25T13:38:00.056-05:00</published><updated>2011-03-28T23:09:13.758-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='service'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='life&apos;s purpose'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='passion'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='motivation'/><title type='text'>What is your passion and purpose?</title><summary type='text'>

"When you live your passion, you become passionate about living!" ~ Iyanla Vanzant
My passion is serving, nurturing and motivating others.  I've done this most of my life but it wasn't until recently, when I partnered with a friend to start a personal concierge company, that I realized I have a natural talent for doing these things.  Whether I'm creating luxurious body and spa products, helping</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8739054193659474767/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/01/what-is-your-passion-in-life.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8739054193659474767'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8739054193659474767'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/01/what-is-your-passion-in-life.html' title='What is your passion and purpose?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-y2Ah2CGweMQ/TYVQ3oukysI/AAAAAAAAAos/87DAB2QObOU/s72-c/yogapose6.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-746827731251998665</id><published>2010-12-06T21:37:00.005-05:00</published><updated>2011-03-28T23:09:40.597-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Christmas gifts'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gifts'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gift-giving'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='holiday gifts'/><title type='text'>To Gift or Not to Gift?</title><summary type='text'>To gift or not to gift is the question. The answer to that would depend on the individuals involved. Psychological studies show there are many positive and negative emotional consequences of gift-giving.
Positive emotional consequences can include experiencing the satisfaction of being able to give someone something they've wanted or needed, or showing others that you remember and care about </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/746827731251998665/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/12/to-gift-or-not-to-gift.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/746827731251998665'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/746827731251998665'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/12/to-gift-or-not-to-gift.html' title='To Gift or Not to Gift?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TP6Ow8UnJlI/AAAAAAAAAlE/XV13_Sg1AHg/s72-c/holidaygift2010.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5617564641108009939</id><published>2010-11-29T12:08:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2011-03-28T23:12:23.042-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gift wrap'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bath and body'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cyber week sale'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='spa products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free shipping'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cyber sale'/><title type='text'>Cyber Week Sale</title><summary type='text'>Our Cyber Week Sale is now in progress! Take 50% off EVERYTHING today! Each day, the percentage will DECREASE so get in on the best deals now. Need gift ideas? Here is a list of our best-selling gift items:
● Home Spa Club (#1 gift since 2005) - Purchase a 3, 6 or 12 month subscription &amp; get spa/body products shipped directly to your door each month● Aromatherapy Oil Blends &amp; Warmer - specially </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5617564641108009939/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/11/cyber-week-sale.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5617564641108009939'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5617564641108009939'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/11/cyber-week-sale.html' title='Cyber Week Sale'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TPPcSF5sdQI/AAAAAAAAAk8/ZhkrJe56kA4/s72-c/WomanShopping.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3150814945708477324</id><published>2010-11-11T10:17:00.000-05:00</published><updated>2010-11-11T10:17:25.357-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='11:11'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='master numbers'/><title type='text'>11:11</title><summary type='text'>Today's date is significant for a number of reasons:It encompasses the master number, 11:11 (master numbers are  highly charged and require time, maturity, and great effort to integrate into one's personality).
Eleven (1+1 =2) encourages us as individuals to harness our leadership qualities while remembering that we are only a small part of the "we" in the world.   
November 11, 2009 also add up </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3150814945708477324/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/111111.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3150814945708477324'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3150814945708477324'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/111111.html' title='11:11'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TNv_UoBqsRI/AAAAAAAAAk4/aws88V7DV5s/s72-c/1111.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7013805862990457543</id><published>2010-09-06T13:30:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2010-09-06T17:52:20.178-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>How to Use Motivational Cards (Repost)</title><summary type='text'>The history of reading cards (cartomancy) dates back to the 1300's. European gypsies used cards to seek guidance about a past, present or future situation. Today, Oracle, Tarot and motivational cards are still a very popular way to seek guidance or to get personal and spiritual inspiration.

Working with cards can give you important clues in a reading. You can weave your impressions together to </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7013805862990457543/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/how-to-use-motivational-cards.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7013805862990457543'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7013805862990457543'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/how-to-use-motivational-cards.html' title='How to Use Motivational Cards (Repost)'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SLm-rVCCRUI/AAAAAAAAAGI/uCW9zuzznCc/s72-c/cardssoulcoaching.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7655652858314669915</id><published>2010-09-06T13:00:00.025-04:00</published><updated>2011-03-28T23:00:58.869-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sales'/><title type='text'>End of Summer Sale</title><summary type='text'>The Amethyst  Rising End of Summer Clearance Sale runs Sept 1 - Sept 15, 2010.  I'm slashing prices--up to 50% off  EVERYTHING!  Each few days I will be posting different items for sale.  Some items have very limited quantity so if you see something you like, don't wait to order it.  I'm making some major changes to the product line and some items will not be available once they sell out.  Enjoy </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7655652858314669915/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/09/end-of-summer-sale.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7655652858314669915'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7655652858314669915'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/09/end-of-summer-sale.html' title='End of Summer Sale'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3932866798400532180</id><published>2010-06-28T06:30:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2010-06-28T06:18:56.847-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><title type='text'>Monday is a Violet Day</title><summary type='text'> 
The Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) is associated with Monday, the color VIOLET or white and is connected to our spiritual nature and our capacity to allow spirituality to become an important part of our physical lives. Located at the top of the head, it is also associated with the brain and the nervous system. 
We use the crown or seventh chakra as a tool for communicating with our spiritual nature </summary><link rel='related' href='http://pamperingu.com/CrownChakra.htm' title='Monday is a Violet Day'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3932866798400532180/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/11/monday-in-violet-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3932866798400532180'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3932866798400532180'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/11/monday-in-violet-day.html' title='Monday is a Violet Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SQ9f3dtuXHI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/eieShfqhu1I/s72-c/chakracrown.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8531501291430938646</id><published>2010-06-19T16:08:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2010-06-19T16:08:27.424-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fun stuff'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='networking'/><title type='text'>Blog Hopping Party Attendants</title><summary type='text'>Thank you  for visiting my blog! I'm excited to be attending this blog hop--an  awesome idea. I look forward to reading your comments and visiting your  blogs. Like free stuff? I'll be hosting a giveaway soon so  "Like" my Amethyst Rising Fan Station page on Facebook to be among the first to be notified. I hope to chat with you  soon! 
 For  those of you who don't know about the blog hoping party</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8531501291430938646/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/blog-hopping-party-attendants.html#comment-form' title='5 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8531501291430938646'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8531501291430938646'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/blog-hopping-party-attendants.html' title='Blog Hopping Party Attendants'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TB0d6EQXzcI/AAAAAAAAAgE/TCZsfUstXhM/s72-c/samples.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>5</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2844140850406172685</id><published>2010-04-13T13:15:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-20T09:24:53.850-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='weekly special'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='home spa club'/><title type='text'>This Week's Special offer</title><summary type='text'>Luxuriate in the tart citrus and soft floral essence of bright lime blossoms! This uplifting blend reduces nervous tension, promotes concentration, improves your mood and has gentle detoxifying properties.
  
Get a free 4 oz. Lime Blossom Bath &amp; Shower Gel with your order of $23.00 or more.  No coupon code needed.  Item will be added to your order when shipped.  Offer expires midnight, April 23rd</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2844140850406172685/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/this-weeks-special-offer.html#comment-form' title='3 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2844140850406172685'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2844140850406172685'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/this-weeks-special-offer.html' title='This Week&apos;s Special offer'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S8SlIhaVSyI/AAAAAAAAAbQ/MskFxEWNU-k/s72-c/Lime_Blossom.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>3</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5644483680829644631</id><published>2010-04-10T07:58:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-10T07:58:05.853-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='essential oils'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='aromatherapy'/><title type='text'>AR Aromatherapy Oil Blends: How to Use Them</title><summary type='text'>                          Aromatherapy         is the art and science of utilizing naturally         extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance,         harmonize and promote the health of body, mind and         spirit.  It is an art and science which seeks to         explore the physiological, psychological and         spiritual realm of the individual's response to         aromatic </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5644483680829644631/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/ar-aromatherapy-oil-blends-how-to-use.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5644483680829644631'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5644483680829644631'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/ar-aromatherapy-oil-blends-how-to-use.html' title='AR Aromatherapy Oil Blends: How to Use Them'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S7-aJix3GrI/AAAAAAAAAZo/wllHHJA5Miw/s72-c/Aromatherapy2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3316833661412254684</id><published>2010-04-09T10:42:00.001-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-09T10:43:09.638-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='today&apos;s special'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='home spa club'/><title type='text'>Today's Special: 1 Year Home Spa Club Subscription - 1/2 Off</title><summary type='text'>Today's Special - a 1 Year Home Spa Club Subscription - $148.50 (a $297 value) - Today Only!
There may never be another opportunity to get this membership at this price so take advantage of the price reduction now.
Each            month, for 12 months, you or your recipient will automatically receive            two full-size therapeutic or fun            home spa products to help you feel</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3316833661412254684/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-1-year-home-spa-club.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3316833661412254684'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3316833661412254684'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-1-year-home-spa-club.html' title='Today&apos;s Special: 1 Year Home Spa Club Subscription - 1/2 Off'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S787rU0WkfI/AAAAAAAAAZA/acA5-k3iRUs/s72-c/beautyintub.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8575117169967460722</id><published>2010-04-08T09:08:00.008-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-08T09:16:21.366-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='today&apos;s special'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mind body'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><title type='text'>Today's Special: Mind/Body Makeover Cards - $7</title><summary type='text'>
Today's Special - Mind/Body Makeover Cards by Mona Lisa Schulz, M.D, Ph.D. - Over 50% off - Today Only!
 These cards were created by neuropsychiatrist/medical intuitive Mona Lisa Schulz to help you rewire the emotional patterns that increase your chances of succumbing to physical illness, depression, and anxiety. This 70-card deck is accompanied by an instruction booklet that offers a variety of</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8575117169967460722/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-mindbody-makeover-cards.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8575117169967460722'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8575117169967460722'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-mindbody-makeover-cards.html' title='Today&apos;s Special: Mind/Body Makeover Cards - $7'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S73VIjj8XbI/AAAAAAAAAY4/R_3ycc1P_-w/s72-c/cardsmindbodymakeover.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7006138940969150747</id><published>2010-04-07T16:08:00.003-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-08T09:14:17.148-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='today&apos;s special'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><title type='text'>Today's Special: Bliss in a Box</title><summary type='text'>Today's Special - Bliss in a Box - Take 50% off - Today Only!
Bliss      in a Box is a three-day program that offers you a simple,      step-by-step program that will allow you to rest, revitalize and      reconnect with your intentions, passions and aspirations.  Read the full description and buy your kit here: Bliss in a Box.  Hurry, quantities are limited.  Product marked down in shopping cart.</summary><link rel='related' href='http://amethystrising.com/MotivationalKits.htm' title='Today&apos;s Special: Bliss in a Box'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7006138940969150747/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-bliss-in-box.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7006138940969150747'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7006138940969150747'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/todays-special-bliss-in-box.html' title='Today&apos;s Special: Bliss in a Box'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S7zkUzioXTI/AAAAAAAAAYg/yR1KcqT0-d0/s72-c/Bliss.JPG' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5379032004131669738</id><published>2010-03-28T14:43:00.008-04:00</published><updated>2010-03-28T20:43:36.450-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free pampering products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='blog giveaway'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free stuff'/><title type='text'>March Giveaway Winner</title><summary type='text'>The giveaway winner has been chosen via http://www.random.org.
The winner of the March giveaway for the Amethyst Rising Pampering Gift Set is Asha P.  from Arizona (pictured on the right).  CONGRATULATIONS, Asha!  I look forward to pampering you and I hope you enjoy the gift set. 
Again, I would  like to THANK everyone who participated  in this giveaway.  Please check  back soon as I will be </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5379032004131669738/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/march-giveaway-winner.html#comment-form' title='3 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5379032004131669738'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5379032004131669738'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/march-giveaway-winner.html' title='March Giveaway Winner'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S6_3UnO-0AI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/Q7D1AsH4jFA/s72-c/AshaP.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>3</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2645869635554477352</id><published>2010-03-19T13:25:00.017-04:00</published><updated>2010-03-22T13:25:03.897-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free pampering products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='blog giveaway'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='March giveaways'/><title type='text'>March Giveaway: Win an Amethyst Rising Pampering Gift Set</title><summary type='text'>Packaging will be different from picture shown above!

Enter to win an Amethyst Rising Home Spa Pampering gift set (retail  value $55.40)~ 8oz. Matcha Vanilla Powdered Bath  Soak (made with premium matcha green tea &amp; real vanilla beans)~ 8oz. Happiness Bath &amp; Shower Gel~ 4oz. Hope  Massage &amp; Body Oil~ Bath Scrungie~ Inflatable  Bath Pillow
 Prize includes free priority  shipping.  Entries will be</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2645869635554477352/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/march-giveaway-amethyst-rising.html#comment-form' title='23 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2645869635554477352'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2645869635554477352'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/march-giveaway-amethyst-rising.html' title='March Giveaway: Win an Amethyst Rising Pampering Gift Set'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S6OzZdxAfMI/AAAAAAAAAV8/P5Pw5A3W1Os/s72-c/giftset2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>23</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5986287983892695914</id><published>2010-03-08T14:04:00.009-05:00</published><updated>2010-03-27T13:45:31.599-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='spa products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sales'/><title type='text'>FREE Massage Oil Offer</title><summary type='text'>Get silky, hydrated, nourished skin...
Our Massage &amp; Body Oil is              one of our top-selling home spa products.  Created with an harmonious blend             of sunflower, golden  jojoba,             sweet almond oil, and pure essential             oils or  fragrance oils.  It is specially formulated to allow hands to glide over the              skin to achieve deep             </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5986287983892695914/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/free-massage-oil.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5986287983892695914'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5986287983892695914'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/free-massage-oil.html' title='FREE Massage Oil Offer'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S5VIuQNycUI/AAAAAAAAAUs/r2xva4bWXSM/s72-c/MassageOil.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-337613670345640546</id><published>2010-02-23T11:22:00.004-05:00</published><updated>2010-03-08T14:47:19.754-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='customers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='inspsiration'/><title type='text'>Customer Appreciation Days</title><summary type='text'>We LOVE our customers!  Nothing is more important to us than providing excellent customer service and showing our gratitude for our customers' continued support.  We've declared the last few days of this month "Customer Appreciation Days." Get a FREE deck of motivational cards with each order (no order minimum).  Just specify which card deck you'd like in the "comments" section of your shopping </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/337613670345640546/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/customer-appreciation-days.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/337613670345640546'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/337613670345640546'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/customer-appreciation-days.html' title='Customer Appreciation Days'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S4QAg-YyAQI/AAAAAAAAAT8/5XFwb1KyfBw/s72-c/cardhealmindspirit.jpeg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7420721453282249762</id><published>2010-02-21T14:52:00.018-05:00</published><updated>2010-03-08T14:46:40.086-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='giveaways'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free pampering products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fun stuff'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='home spa club'/><title type='text'>And the winner is...</title><summary type='text'>The winner of the three month Amethyst Rising Home Spa Club giveaway is...Amy S. from Gainesville, Florida (pictured above with her dog, Ruby). CONGRATULATIONS, Amy!  I look forward to pampering you via the home spa club.
Again, I would like to THANK everyone who participated  in this giveaway.  Please check back soon as I will be posting the March giveaway info soon.  Wishing you all a wonderful</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7420721453282249762/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/and-winner-is.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7420721453282249762'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7420721453282249762'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/and-winner-is.html' title='And the winner is...'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S4Gr_VLwqbI/AAAAAAAAATs/hr2ZfDq1vuU/s72-c/AmyandRuby.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7278378873547222107</id><published>2010-02-19T17:11:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2010-02-19T17:12:57.772-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='giveaways'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fun stuff'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='spa'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='home spa club'/><title type='text'>February Giveaway Drawing</title><summary type='text'>The drawing for the 3 month Amethyst Rising Home Spa Club membership will be held on Sunday, February 21st.  The name of the winner (and hopefully a picture :&gt;)) will be posted here on the blog around 2:00PM EST.  The winner will also be notified via e-mail. Unfortunately, I don't have a video camera yet so I won't be able to upload a video of the drawing.

I would like to take this opportunity </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7278378873547222107/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/february-giveaway-drawing.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7278378873547222107'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7278378873547222107'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/february-giveaway-drawing.html' title='February Giveaway Drawing'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S38MkBtzSNI/AAAAAAAAATU/Xssszot-Nps/s72-c/samples.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4342470240070238691</id><published>2010-02-06T15:21:00.005-05:00</published><updated>2010-02-09T17:00:55.885-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='free pampering products'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='contest'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='giveaway'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='blog giveaway'/><title type='text'>Blog Giveaway: Win an Amethyst Rising Home Spa Club Membership!</title><summary type='text'>I'm on a mission to do my part to inspire people to take their health and well-being seriously and to get the most out of life. One way to do this is to be proactive about SELF-CARE.  We're so busy taking care of and loving others that we often forget to lavish the same care and love on ourselves.

Self-care doesn't have to mean exhausting the family budget during a shopping spree or getting </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4342470240070238691/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/blog-giveaway-win-amethyst-rising-home.html#comment-form' title='39 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4342470240070238691'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4342470240070238691'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/blog-giveaway-win-amethyst-rising-home.html' title='Blog Giveaway: Win an Amethyst Rising Home Spa Club Membership!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S23O_xxEmyI/AAAAAAAAARo/Tco2eH6YOMk/s72-c/beautyintubsm.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>39</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6629253313515956318</id><published>2010-02-03T17:23:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2010-02-03T17:27:22.346-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Amethyst Rising news'/><title type='text'>2010 Fragrance Collections (Con't)</title><summary type='text'>Mood Blends: All of the fragrances in this line are exclusive to Amethyst Rising--my original blends. They are formulated with pure, therapeutic essential oils designed to help promote certain psychological characteristics (Abundance, Courage, etc.).

Pure Indulgence: These fragrances are also exclusive to Amethyst Rising and are formulated using all nature-inspired fragrance oils or a combo of </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6629253313515956318/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/2010-fragrance-collections-cont.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6629253313515956318'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6629253313515956318'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/2010-fragrance-collections-cont.html' title='2010 Fragrance Collections (Con&apos;t)'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/S2n26jFd0aI/AAAAAAAAARg/3kZLSSwOo2Y/s72-c/Aromatherapy2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5976177788476178195</id><published>2010-02-01T14:10:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2010-02-03T17:13:27.486-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Amethyst Rising news'/><title type='text'>2010 Fragrance Collections</title><summary type='text'>I'm currently working on three new fragrance collections for 2010. Check back soon for details about the new fragrance lines.
</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5976177788476178195/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/2010-fragrance-collections.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5976177788476178195'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5976177788476178195'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/2010-fragrance-collections.html' title='2010 Fragrance Collections'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7975368766137825132</id><published>2010-01-12T11:05:00.000-05:00</published><updated>2010-01-12T11:05:05.681-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='law of attraction'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ask and it is given'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='new year&apos;s resolutions'/><title type='text'>Ask and it is Given: A New Year</title><summary type='text'>Happy New Year!

Don't you just love the promise of a new year?  I can still feel the excitement from New Year's Eve--the energy of people all over the world waiting to count down and usher out the old year.  We're filled with the hope and optimism of getting another chance to sow the seeds of change in our lives.  

This year, I resolve to make more time for myself and to do more to serve others</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7975368766137825132/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/01/ask-and-it-is-given-new-year.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7975368766137825132'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7975368766137825132'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2010/01/ask-and-it-is-given-new-year.html' title='Ask and it is Given: A New Year'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3485184895168580047</id><published>2009-12-22T17:50:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2009-12-22T17:53:33.716-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='dreaming'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gifts'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Kindle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Christmas'/><title type='text'>All I want for Christmas is...</title><summary type='text'>I don't ask for much.  For the last four years I've asked for a pair of Mikimoto pearl stud earrings (AAA grade, 6.5mm) and still have not gotten them.  This year I'm changing my strategy and my request.  Let's see if I make out any better this year...lol.  Keeping hope alive :&gt;).

This year, all I want for Christmas is:

</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3485184895168580047/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/12/all-i-want-for-christmas-is.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3485184895168580047'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3485184895168580047'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/12/all-i-want-for-christmas-is.html' title='All I want for Christmas is...'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5093743924563026838</id><published>2009-11-26T11:47:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-26T11:51:12.438-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='service'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='family and friends'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Thanksgiving'/><title type='text'>Happy Thanksgiving</title><summary type='text'>

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because it encompasses many things that are near and dear to my heart: an outward pouring of gratitude, delicious food, bonding with friends and family and the spirit of service.

While you're busy embracing all the things that mean tradition to you and your family, consider offering a prayer or opening up your heart and home to someone less fortunate</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5093743924563026838/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5093743924563026838'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5093743924563026838'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving.html' title='Happy Thanksgiving'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/Sw6wmV0FFmI/AAAAAAAAARQ/AS6O9209B6U/s72-c/turkey.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7608544329702520785</id><published>2009-11-26T11:35:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-26T12:04:28.979-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='givinging thanks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Thanksgiving'/><title type='text'>12 Ways to be Thankful</title><summary type='text'>I came across this article on Beliefnet.com and wanted to share it with you.  Enjoy!  12 Ways to be Thankful
</summary><link rel='related' href='http://blog.beliefnet.com/beyondblue/2009/11/for-thanksgiving-12-ways-to-be.html' title='12 Ways to be Thankful'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7608544329702520785/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/12-ways-to-be-thankful.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7608544329702520785'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7608544329702520785'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/12-ways-to-be-thankful.html' title='12 Ways to be Thankful'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1114607606209251201</id><published>2009-11-18T20:28:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-18T20:31:04.647-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='happiness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hope'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='energy'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Why is this happening to me?</title><summary type='text'>Each of us are special in our own unique way.  We were all put on the Earth--in this time and space--to make certain contributions to the human experience.   

Many of us have experienced some things that have us asking ourselves "why is this happening to me?"  We question why we have to endure certain things in our lives but I strongly believe the universe knows who we are destined to be and </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1114607606209251201/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/why-is-this-happening-to-me.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1114607606209251201'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1114607606209251201'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/why-is-this-happening-to-me.html' title='Why is this happening to me?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6321259916712958193</id><published>2009-11-13T10:33:00.002-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-13T12:57:55.407-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='color for days of the week'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='astrology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='alternative healing'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><title type='text'>Friday is a Green Day</title><summary type='text'>
The seven days of the week are associated with planets and each planet is associated with a color. The planet Venus is linked to Friday and the color green. Just like its namesake, the Roman Goddess of Love, Venus is connected to magical topics such as love, romance, birth and fertility. Green is also associated with the Heart Chakra so it is no coincidence that in many areas of the world, we </summary><link rel='related' href='http://pamperingu.com/ColourTherapy.htm' title='Friday is a Green Day'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6321259916712958193/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/friday-is-green-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6321259916712958193'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6321259916712958193'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/friday-is-green-day.html' title='Friday is a Green Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://bp1.blogger.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SJMw4D5QnmI/AAAAAAAAAEw/l6gvixEgwMc/s72-c/anahata2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6169893386149455955</id><published>2009-11-11T09:33:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-11T09:34:28.316-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='veterans day'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Ft. Hood tradegy'/><title type='text'>Veterans Day 2009</title><summary type='text'>
Today we remember all of the brave men and women who have fallen in past wars while fighting to protect our country and the civil liberties we all enjoy.  While we remember the fallen, let's take a moment to recognize and give thanks to all of our retired and active military personnel as well.

Also, I would like to take this opportunity to offer my heart-felt prayers to the survivors and </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6169893386149455955/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/veterans-day-2009.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6169893386149455955'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6169893386149455955'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/veterans-day-2009.html' title='Veterans Day 2009'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SvrKS5_VBRI/AAAAAAAAARA/655-RvmZuro/s72-c/USflag.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2116950463446591297</id><published>2009-11-05T11:11:00.003-05:00</published><updated>2009-11-05T11:49:47.748-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='empowerment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='forgiveness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='love'/><title type='text'>Whom Do You Need to Forgive?</title><summary type='text'>"Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds upon the heal that has crushed it" ~ Mark Twain

When I think back on the events of my life, my heart warms at the thought that I have been blessed to see how powerful forgiveness can be. Absolute forgiveness shifts your life's energy from feelings of victimization and helplessness to an energy of happiness and empowerment.  Being able to exercise </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2116950463446591297/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/forgiveness.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2116950463446591297'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2116950463446591297'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/forgiveness.html' title='Whom Do You Need to Forgive?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3531782825304164573</id><published>2009-10-24T13:15:00.001-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-27T19:34:54.263-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='DIY recipes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bath recipes'/><title type='text'>D.I.Y. Recipe: Citrus Herb Cream Bath</title><summary type='text'>
The ceremony of bathing in herbs has been a daily ritual in many cultures for centuries.  Herbal baths can be aromatic, detoxifying and extremely relaxing both physically and emotionally.  Use single herbs or combinations of herbs to stimulate circulation, relieve aches and pains, promote sleep and more.  Try this aromatic herbal bath recipe for energy and revitalization.  Enjoy!
  

Citrus Herb</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3531782825304164573/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/diy-recipe-citrus-herb-cream-bath.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3531782825304164573'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3531782825304164573'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/diy-recipe-citrus-herb-cream-bath.html' title='D.I.Y. Recipe: Citrus Herb Cream Bath'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SuNkkfbUbrI/AAAAAAAAAQg/K0xlGlV257Q/s72-c/orangeblossom.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3179959117836736821</id><published>2009-10-21T14:43:00.001-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-24T14:39:52.514-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Cheesecake Factory'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='national pumpkin cheesecake day'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='feng shui'/><title type='text'>National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day</title><summary type='text'>
I subscribe to a number of feng shui websites and publications.  Today I received the message below about Pumpkin Cheesecake Day and pumpkins in general--from a feng shui perspective.  How fun!

Here is your Daily Feng Shui Tip for Wednesday, October 21

Now here's one delicious day! It's 'Pumpkin Cheesecake Day,' an energy that I can really sink my teeth into! Since pumpkins are a common sight </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3179959117836736821/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/pumpkin-cheesecake-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3179959117836736821'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3179959117836736821'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/pumpkin-cheesecake-day.html' title='National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/St9TPIZyvFI/AAAAAAAAAQI/Wh-Vi3Nfkcg/s72-c/pumpkincheesecake.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1538394616889859514</id><published>2009-10-20T13:53:00.002-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-20T14:05:41.336-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sadness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='depression'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hope'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='love'/><title type='text'>Tough Day</title><summary type='text'>I'm having a really tough day today.  I'm surrounded by people who challenge my "kill them with kindness" philosophy (in a very big way)!  Trying to stay positive and shake this profound sadness.  Trying to let it go.

In the face of madness and disappointment, I'm grateful for God's love and the unconditional love I have for myself.  Everything will be okay.</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1538394616889859514/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/tough-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1538394616889859514'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1538394616889859514'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/tough-day.html' title='Tough Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5999054006441769572</id><published>2009-10-18T20:35:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-24T14:40:20.330-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='words'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fear'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='love'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='communication'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='anger'/><title type='text'>Think BEFORE You Speak!</title><summary type='text'>Many of us have a fair amount of stress and unresolved issues in our lives so it's not hard to overreact when people say or do something we don't like.  Although we may try hard to maintain peace and balance, sometimes we are caught off guard by the words or deeds of others.  When people "push your buttons" you have choices in how you can react.  If you respond from a place of defensiveness, you </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5999054006441769572/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/think-before-you-speak.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5999054006441769572'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5999054006441769572'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/think-before-you-speak.html' title='Think BEFORE You Speak!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4138550636592462550</id><published>2009-10-07T20:38:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-27T21:47:42.931-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pampering u'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='motivational'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='harmonic thoughts'/><title type='text'>My New Company Name</title><summary type='text'>Update 10/27/09 - Ok, this is it.  The new company name is...Amethyst Rising which just happens to be a perfect 7 vibration.  Yaaay!

Update 10/23/09 - Houston, we've got a problem!  Well, it seems my new perfect business name is not so perfect after all.  Without going into too much detail, I've discovered that all of the research and due diligence I performed to choose the new name, Harmonic </summary><link rel='related' href='http://amethystrising.com' title='My New Company Name'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4138550636592462550/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/my-new-company-name.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4138550636592462550'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4138550636592462550'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/my-new-company-name.html' title='My New Company Name'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5576941604872726685</id><published>2009-10-07T12:08:00.010-04:00</published><updated>2010-07-01T19:54:20.631-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='business name'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='life path'/><title type='text'>Toxic Business Names</title><summary type='text'>IS YOUR BUSINESS NAME BAD FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

I've been forced to take a close look at Pampering U.  I started the business in 2002 and while I have enjoyed moderate success, there have been many challenges that have, from time to time, made me wonder whether I had chosen the right type of business.

I have created a fantastic product line--natural and organic bath and body products, color </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5576941604872726685/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/toxic-business-names.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5576941604872726685'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5576941604872726685'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/toxic-business-names.html' title='Toxic Business Names'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2329408257134789000</id><published>2009-09-23T14:39:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-23T15:45:38.381-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mad as hell'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='politics'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Mad as Hell</title><summary type='text'>I'm a CNN junkie.  This morning I tune in as usual to see what the world was up to while I was sleeping.  I saw a segment with CNN correspondent, Carol Costello,  entitled "Mad as Hell" discussing the bitter divide in America regarding politics, the economy and just about every other important area of our lives.A lot of people are mad as hell.  But what are they mad about?  Hmmm, let's see: </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2329408257134789000/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/mad-as-hell.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2329408257134789000'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2329408257134789000'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/mad-as-hell.html' title='Mad as Hell'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-139606251241856926</id><published>2009-09-22T08:47:00.008-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-22T08:55:51.241-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='flooding'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='FEMA'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Georgia'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='disaster relief'/><title type='text'>Georgia Flooding</title><summary type='text'>To my Pampering U customers and Girlfriends EnTourAge members in Georgia and surrounding areas...Most of you probably know that I recently moved back to Baltimore but I've heard about the rains and flooding that is reeking havoc in Georgia.  I just wanted to let you all know that I am thinking of you, praying for you and your families (and your property).Please be careful as you go about cleaning</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/139606251241856926/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/georgia-flooding.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/139606251241856926'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/139606251241856926'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/georgia-flooding.html' title='Georgia Flooding'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5161272293600488043</id><published>2009-09-13T13:11:00.026-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-07T11:15:28.943-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='abundance'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='feng shui'/><title type='text'>Feng Shuiing My Home: Prosperity</title><summary type='text'>I'm fascinated by the art/practice of feng shui.  Feng shui (pronounced fung shway), originated in China over 4,000 years.  Translated, it means "wind and water" and deals with furniture placement and energy flow in the home (or office).

After carefully drawing the bagua template (an eight-sided map that shows nine categories or life situations) and doing a quick assessment of the events of my </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5161272293600488043/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/feng-shuiing-my-home-prosperity.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5161272293600488043'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5161272293600488043'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/feng-shuiing-my-home-prosperity.html' title='Feng Shuiing My Home: Prosperity'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8798753682947598477</id><published>2009-09-12T12:09:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-12T12:44:10.001-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='creativity'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hormones'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mid-life crisis'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='AARP'/><title type='text'>Mid-Life Crisis?</title><summary type='text'>Most of you know I recently turned 50, right?  You've probably seen me twittering or posting on Facebook about how I was turning 50 and stoked I was about becoming a member of AARP.  Well, I am now a card-carrying member of the AARP and along with being one of the newest members of the American Association of Retired Persons I've noticed a monumental personality shift...The things I used to care </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8798753682947598477/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/mid-life-crisis.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8798753682947598477'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8798753682947598477'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/mid-life-crisis.html' title='Mid-Life Crisis?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4498279627621822804</id><published>2009-09-09T12:54:00.008-04:00</published><updated>2009-10-18T18:10:32.555-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='empowerment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='emotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='coaching'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='energy'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Negative Energy</title><summary type='text'>We all have moments when things (or relationships) in our lives are not going as well as we would like.  During these times, it is easy to become bogged down with sad and negative energy.  These feelings are relatively normal unless they start to follow you around like a toxic shadow--for days or even months....

Negative energy is a powerful magnet, drawing to you more of the same: negative </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4498279627621822804/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/negative-energy.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4498279627621822804'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4498279627621822804'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/negative-energy.html' title='Negative Energy'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6256105006023928729</id><published>2009-09-07T13:19:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-07T15:21:18.444-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girlfriends entourage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='women travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Wicked'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girl getaways'/><title type='text'>Girlfriends EnTourAge Event: A WICKED Weekend in NYC</title><summary type='text'>Girlfriends EnTourAge invites you to join us for a WICKED Weekend in New York City next summer.  Enjoy a tour of New York City, a group Sex and the City Tour, a delicious pre-theater dinner, and a prime seat at one of the hottest shows on Broadway - WICKED the Musical.This is a great tour for first time visitors.  Yet, there will be just as much to do for the seasoned New York visitor.  Tailor </summary><link rel='related' href='http://girlfriendsentourage.com/wickedwkndnyc.htm' title='Girlfriends EnTourAge Event: A WICKED Weekend in NYC'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6256105006023928729/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/girlfriends-entourage-event-wicked.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6256105006023928729'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6256105006023928729'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/girlfriends-entourage-event-wicked.html' title='Girlfriends EnTourAge Event: A WICKED Weekend in NYC'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SqVB4X7JXkI/AAAAAAAAAMY/XNKQbz3EO5o/s72-c/wicked.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1690111024475383051</id><published>2009-09-07T13:06:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-07T15:21:41.528-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girlfriends entourage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='women travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Biltmore Estate'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girlfriends'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girl getaways'/><title type='text'>Girfriends EnTourAge Event: Biltmore Estate Candlelight Christmas Tour</title><summary type='text'>Enjoy a women's only getaway to Asheville, NC with the EnTourAge during the first event in our "Affordable Adventures" series...At roughly 174,240 square feet, Biltmore House of Biltmore Estate, is the largest private home in America. This magnificent 250-room French Renaissance-style château - built by George Vanderbilt - contains 250 rooms including 65 fireplaces, 34 bedrooms, an indoor pool, </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.meetup.com/GirlfriendsEnTourAge-Cleveland/calendar/11105204/' title='Girfriends EnTourAge Event: Biltmore Estate Candlelight Christmas Tour'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1690111024475383051/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/girfriends-entourage-event-biltmore.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1690111024475383051'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1690111024475383051'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/09/girfriends-entourage-event-biltmore.html' title='Girfriends EnTourAge Event: Biltmore Estate Candlelight Christmas Tour'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SqU_kCEreXI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/vOrASzb7sjw/s72-c/biltmore.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7712888861559793868</id><published>2009-06-02T09:57:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-07T15:22:05.749-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='The Shift'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Dr. Wayne Dyer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='abundance'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='motivational'/><title type='text'>The Shift</title><summary type='text'>“Don’t die with your music still in you”...Dr. Wayne Dyer's new movie, The Shift, is one of the best movies I've seen in a long time.  It is one of those movies that make you take a closer look at yourself and your life.  It provokes thought--making you ask yourself the big, meaningful questions about your character and the direction of your life.  If you liked the movies The Secret and You Can </summary><link rel='related' href='http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=1457dPAuyZA&amp;offerid=139925.10000044&amp;type=4&amp;subid=0' title='The Shift'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7712888861559793868/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/06/shift.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7712888861559793868'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7712888861559793868'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/06/shift.html' title='The Shift'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SiU4VIlfYCI/AAAAAAAAAMI/2xZXVSbmHJk/s72-c/dyermovie-theshift2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6488930944737825977</id><published>2009-05-22T20:34:00.009-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-07T15:23:38.103-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Georgia'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girlfriends'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Savannah'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girl getaways'/><title type='text'>Discover Savannah!</title><summary type='text'>Discover historic Savannah, Georgia with your old girlfriends or hang out with new ones. Established in 1733, this vibrant jewel of the south is known for it's southern charm, hospitality, historic architecture and rich history. Savannah was awarded "Top 10 American Travel Destination by Conde' Nast Travel Magazine, "Top 25 Cities for the Arts" by American Style Magazine and a host of other </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.meetup.com/GirlfriendsEnTourAge-Atlanta/calendar/10413535/' title='Discover Savannah!'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6488930944737825977/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/discover-savannah.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6488930944737825977'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6488930944737825977'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/discover-savannah.html' title='Discover Savannah!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/ShdGWWlm-JI/AAAAAAAAAMA/W4vPmIMo6Ok/s72-c/Savannah.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6174095966257370425</id><published>2009-05-19T10:16:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2009-09-07T15:27:38.208-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='life&apos;s purpose'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='destiny'/><title type='text'>Why Are You Here?</title><summary type='text'>"Pay attention...the Universe will invariably lead you to bits of reality that will help you unlock the secrets to your soul and personal success" ~ L.B. Turner-1959Why are you here?  It is not an accident or mere coincidence.  You are in this space at this exact moment in time for a reason.  If you take a long look at yourself you may be able to discover a deeper meaning to your existence--your </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6174095966257370425/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/why-are-you-here.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6174095966257370425'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6174095966257370425'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/why-are-you-here.html' title='Why Are You Here?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6452200339866035304</id><published>2009-05-19T09:55:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2009-05-19T10:16:50.809-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='happiness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='inspsiration'/><title type='text'>Click Happiness</title><summary type='text'>Happiness is not a just feeling--if you desire, allow and share it with others, happiness can become a way of life.   I recently found ClickHappiness.com, an entire website dedicated to happiness.  There are happiness tip and quotes, gifts, health and lifestyle resources, greeting cards...little things that can fill your life with joy.  Visit ClickHappiness.com find something that inspires </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.clickhappiness.com/' title='Click Happiness'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6452200339866035304/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/click-happiness.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6452200339866035304'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6452200339866035304'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/click-happiness.html' title='Click Happiness'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4414468220230299372</id><published>2009-05-15T19:45:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2009-05-15T20:08:38.018-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='birthdays'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='celebration'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='beauty'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='peace'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><title type='text'>A Celebration of Life</title><summary type='text'>In a few days I will celebrate my 5oth birthday!  I know many women will read this post and cringe.  They will not believe that I am shouting to the world that I am half a century old.  Well, that is exactly what I'm doing.I choose to see my 50 years of experience as a valuable asset instead of a liability.  I choose not to define myself and my self worth based on a social system that punishes </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4414468220230299372/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/celebration-of-life.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4414468220230299372'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4414468220230299372'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/celebration-of-life.html' title='A Celebration of Life'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1696502196305240636</id><published>2009-04-11T14:15:00.017-04:00</published><updated>2009-04-11T14:43:13.882-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='women travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='travel'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girlfriends'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='girl getaways'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='spa'/><title type='text'>Girlfriends EnTourAge Spa Adventure 2009</title><summary type='text'>Girlfriends EnTourAge Glitz &amp; Glamour Spa AdventureLabor Day Weekend 2009Stressed out from the hectic pace of life?  Have fun, get re-energized, and connect with your girlfriends during the Girlfriends EnTourAge Glitz and Glamour Spa Adventure, Labor Day Weekend, September 3-6, 2009.Invite your sister, mother, daughter, or girlfriend and meet new girlfriends during a women-centric trip of a </summary><link rel='related' href='http://girlfriendsentourage.com/spaadventure2009.htm' title='Girlfriends EnTourAge Spa Adventure 2009'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1696502196305240636/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/girlfriends-entourage-spa-adventure.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1696502196305240636'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1696502196305240636'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/girlfriends-entourage-spa-adventure.html' title='Girlfriends EnTourAge Spa Adventure 2009'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SeDjxWalPKI/AAAAAAAAALs/B-QkwUsb9CU/s72-c/spa+party%232.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8291920894589862206</id><published>2009-03-21T21:35:00.003-04:00</published><updated>2009-03-21T21:44:17.266-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='self-help'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='self-esteem'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='friends'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='personal power'/><title type='text'>The Company We Keep</title><summary type='text'>With whom are you spending your time?  Do these people respect and honor you?  Do they encourage, support &amp; uplift you?  Do they add value to your life?  The company you keep can be a direct indication of how you view yourself.  What are you telling the world about yourself based on the company you are keeping?</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8291920894589862206/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/company-we-keep.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8291920894589862206'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8291920894589862206'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/company-we-keep.html' title='The Company We Keep'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2149382666647065904</id><published>2009-03-19T09:28:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2009-03-19T10:01:38.652-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grace'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='love'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='personal power'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='light'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='faith'/><title type='text'>The Power of Grace</title><summary type='text'>When I think of the word "Grace" I think of elegance, confidence, unselfishness, service and yes, I think of power.  When we live with grace, we are conscious about the confidence and power that goes along with being in a state of grace.  We are careful not view people and situations with judgment and we do not allow ourselves to be defined by the standards and judgment of others. We accept that </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2149382666647065904/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/power-of-grace.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2149382666647065904'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2149382666647065904'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/power-of-grace.html' title='The Power of Grace'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2312280262129630026</id><published>2009-03-05T19:57:00.012-05:00</published><updated>2009-03-05T20:39:56.761-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='law of attraction'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='happiness'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='abundance'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Happiness Attracts Abundance</title><summary type='text'>Today, I read the statement "happy people earn $750,000+ more in their lifetime than others" and smiled to myself. I've known for some time that happiness attracts abundance because it's been my story my entire adult life.I've always been blessed to have abundance in many areas of my life; relational, financial, emotional and physical (yep, even got up to a size 16 at one point in my life...lol).</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2312280262129630026/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/happiness-attracts-abundance.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2312280262129630026'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2312280262129630026'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/happiness-attracts-abundance.html' title='Happiness Attracts Abundance'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2795419438259366023</id><published>2009-03-04T19:16:00.004-05:00</published><updated>2009-03-04T19:30:11.928-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='present'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='gratitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Low-Hanging Fruit</title><summary type='text'>We tend to think in broad terms—we’re accustomed to looking at the big picture: what we’ll be when we grow up, what we’ll do once we finish college, who we’ll marry, etc. While dreaming and setting goals are good, we often miss out on the magic of the present moment when we’re focused on the future.Take a few moments to go deep within yourself. Feel where you are at this very moment. Give </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2795419438259366023/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/low-hanging-fruit.html#comment-form' title='4 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2795419438259366023'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2795419438259366023'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/low-hanging-fruit.html' title='Low-Hanging Fruit'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>4</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6660067058488675092</id><published>2009-02-26T19:08:00.011-05:00</published><updated>2009-02-26T20:12:07.572-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='emotions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='decisions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fear'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='love'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='personal power'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><title type='text'>Love &amp; Fear</title><summary type='text'>"There are only two real emotions: Love and Fear." ~ author (uncertain)I've heard this quote a lot and often wondered about its accuracy. I started applying it to my life--decisions I've made, the road I've traveled. Do I agree that love and fear are the only two "real" emotions, I'm not sure but what I do know is that these two opposing emotions have been at the root of everything I've done in </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6660067058488675092/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/love-fear.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6660067058488675092'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6660067058488675092'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/love-fear.html' title='Love &amp; Fear'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3496788406567777035</id><published>2009-02-25T19:29:00.007-05:00</published><updated>2009-02-25T20:22:28.788-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mind body'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='passion'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Random Musings'/><title type='text'>A Muddled Mind</title><summary type='text'>Muddle - (v) To think, act, or proceed in a confused or aimless mannerIt started at 8:30 AM this morning...when I awoke I could feel that today would be no ordinary day. It was cloudy outside and I felt a little heaviness in the air around me. I made several attempts throughout the day to push past the fog and to emerge into the spunky, energetic, creative, results-driven person I know I am but </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3496788406567777035/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/muddled-mind.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3496788406567777035'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3496788406567777035'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/muddled-mind.html' title='A Muddled Mind'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-438028162667698170</id><published>2009-02-23T19:49:00.001-05:00</published><updated>2009-02-23T19:52:31.890-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='law of attraction'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='passion'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='attitude'/><title type='text'>Passion &amp; The Law Of Attaction</title><summary type='text'>What are you passionate about? Staying positive, spreading love, helping other people, negativity, drama, being the victim, being stuck in “woe-is-me” mode?...When we are passionate about something, we release an undeniable, unstoppable energy that attracts to us the very thing we think most about or the thing we desire the most--positive or negative.Have you ever had a day where one bad thing </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/438028162667698170/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/passion-law-of-attaction.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/438028162667698170'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/438028162667698170'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/passion-law-of-attaction.html' title='Passion &amp; The Law Of Attaction'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8728551432281567306</id><published>2009-01-21T10:01:00.009-05:00</published><updated>2009-01-21T11:10:21.038-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mind body'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='health'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='detox'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><title type='text'>Look &amp; Feel Better - Detox Your Body!</title><summary type='text'>Your digestive and overall health can be greatly improved by one simple action: regular body detoxification! We’re all vulnerable to exposure to toxins from food, water, alcohol, drugs and environmental pollution. Toxins are everywhere--we breathe them in, they enter into our bloodstream--it’s no wonder we often feel stressed, tired and unmotivated. There is a direct connection between toxic </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.nativeremedies.com/products/detox-drops-natural-detoxification-methods.html?img=32&amp;kbid=6888' title='Look &amp; Feel Better - Detox Your Body!'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8728551432281567306/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/01/why-you-should-detox.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8728551432281567306'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8728551432281567306'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2009/01/why-you-should-detox.html' title='Look &amp; Feel Better - Detox Your Body!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SXdFUTSMXVI/AAAAAAAAAK4/liB3JeVwKWM/s72-c/detox.gif' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3774889189137751520</id><published>2008-12-29T11:30:00.005-05:00</published><updated>2008-12-29T11:48:46.030-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='self-help'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='maximize potential'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='new year&apos;s resolutions'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='new year'/><title type='text'>Maximize Your Potential</title><summary type='text'>There's something about a new year that makes us want put our lives into perspective. We feel we'll have another chance to live a better, more focused life. We'll make better personal and professional decisions and develop better relationships. Out with the old and in with the new, right? Well, it is possible to create a better life and it all starts with wanting to make a change and "maximizing </summary><link rel='related' href='http://quelynninc.blogspot.com/2008/12/monday-matters-how-to-maximize-your.html' title='Maximize Your Potential'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3774889189137751520/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/maximize-your-potential.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3774889189137751520'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3774889189137751520'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/maximize-your-potential.html' title='Maximize Your Potential'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SVj_KqZ7aaI/AAAAAAAAAKg/oqZo9w1lKxg/s72-c/deaquelynnblog.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7072998751818844046</id><published>2008-12-26T12:50:00.019-05:00</published><updated>2008-12-26T16:01:42.052-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='holiday stress'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='return gifts'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='re-gifting'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='holiday gifts'/><title type='text'>To Return or To Re-Gift?</title><summary type='text'>Tis the season for gift-giving. From the first day of Hanukkah to the last day of Kwanzaa, people all over the world often kick into overdrive--making, buying, giving and receiving gifts from family, friends and colleagues. A time that people should be focused on the sheer delight of giving and receiving is often marred with stress and disappointment.Have you ever received a gift you could not </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7072998751818844046/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/to-return-or-to-re-gift.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7072998751818844046'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7072998751818844046'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/to-return-or-to-re-gift.html' title='To Return or To Re-Gift?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SVVFbyfqlII/AAAAAAAAAKY/qXf8L4uEtNA/s72-c/giftbox.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-9041614366632635104</id><published>2008-12-23T07:03:00.008-05:00</published><updated>2008-12-23T08:05:09.731-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='holiday orders'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U News'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='long-distance move'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Random Musings'/><title type='text'>A Return to Normalcy</title><summary type='text'>As most of you already know, we are settling in nicely here in our new home in the Atlanta area. Things have been extremely busy--non-stop activity since the day we left Baltimore. I expected, with such a huge move, that there would probably be a few issues along the way but I have to tell you that I just wasn't prepared emotionally for the seemingly endless challenges, disappointments...and joys</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/9041614366632635104/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/return-to-normalcy.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/9041614366632635104'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/9041614366632635104'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/12/return-to-normalcy.html' title='A Return to Normalcy'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SVDekGZfrdI/AAAAAAAAAKI/5j2z0NBr988/s72-c/meditation.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4247406827447453819</id><published>2008-11-07T14:59:00.008-05:00</published><updated>2008-11-07T15:12:06.144-05:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='social networking'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='twittermoms'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='economy'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='business'/><title type='text'>Staying Afloat in a Tough Economy</title><summary type='text'>I posted the article, "Staying Afloat in a Tough Economy" on one of my favorite social networking groups, www.twittermoms.com.   I hoped the article would inspire business owners to share their tips for saving money and generating new business during these tough economic times.  The response to the article was great and the tips the business owners shared are creative and inspiring.  Maybe you'll</summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.twittermoms.com/profiles/blogs/2291408:BlogPost:164508#comments' title='Staying Afloat in a Tough Economy'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4247406827447453819/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/11/staying-afloat-in-tough-economy.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4247406827447453819'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4247406827447453819'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/11/staying-afloat-in-tough-economy.html' title='Staying Afloat in a Tough Economy'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3677618741002086837</id><published>2008-10-20T13:08:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-20T13:25:25.808-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='law of attraction'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Esther and Jerry Hicks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Abraham Hicks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='2008 presidential election'/><title type='text'>Abraham Hicks On The World Financial Crisis</title><summary type='text'>Everyone is chiming in with thoughts, praise and criticisms about the two presidential candidates and the upcoming election. Every day there is a flurry of media activity, happenings on the campaign trail and the ever-present rantings and ravings among American citizens. Well, now there is this stunning commentary from Abraham Hicks (watch the brief video below by Esther &amp; Jerry Hicks). As usual,</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3677618741002086837/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/abraham-on-world-financial-crisis.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3677618741002086837'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3677618741002086837'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/abraham-on-world-financial-crisis.html' title='Abraham Hicks On The World Financial Crisis'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2396155963093290166</id><published>2008-10-19T13:25:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-19T13:45:41.894-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><title type='text'>Sunday is a Yellow Day</title><summary type='text'> The Solar Plexus Chakra (named Manipura) is associated with the color yellow (or gold) and like the other chakras is associated with a day of the week--Sunday.The third chakra furthers the development of self-esteem and personality separate from your tribal identity (this is where we lean to draw and maintain boundaries and a personal code of honor) and is considered the center of Chi, the life </summary><link rel='related' href='http://pamperingu.com/SolarPlexusChakra.htm' title='Sunday is a Yellow Day'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2396155963093290166/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/sunday-is-yellow-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2396155963093290166'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2396155963093290166'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/sunday-is-yellow-day.html' title='Sunday is a Yellow Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SPtxCWFUgeI/AAAAAAAAAII/1r7fInTkYcs/s72-c/chakrasolarplexus.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1669192176849726134</id><published>2008-10-19T12:26:00.007-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-19T13:08:20.051-04:00</updated><title type='text'>National Massage Therapy Awareness Week</title><summary type='text'> October 19-25 is National Massage Therapy Awareness WeekMassage therapy has been used throughout the centuries as one of the simplest forms of medical care. Today it is still widely practiced for pain management, to help alleviate emotional stress and to promote relaxation. Massage has also been shown to improve the function of the circulatory, lymphatic, immune and nervous systems and may </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.amtamassage.org/news/painfactsheet.html' title='National Massage Therapy Awareness Week'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1669192176849726134/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/national-massage-therapy-awareness-week.html#comment-form' title='4 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1669192176849726134'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1669192176849726134'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/national-massage-therapy-awareness-week.html' title='National Massage Therapy Awareness Week'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SPtijAH_2YI/AAAAAAAAAIA/1W4paaNIQYQ/s72-c/massagehim2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>4</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4341642304005244886</id><published>2008-10-17T15:36:00.007-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-17T17:32:21.886-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><title type='text'>Retired Pampering U Fragrances</title><summary type='text'>The time has come. I've been putting off the inevitable for quite some time now... The cost of label printing has forced us to have to retire some of my products and fragrances. It is really hard letting go as some of these fragrances have been in our lineup since we opened our cyber doors in August 2002. I'm embarrassed to admit that I've been too emotionally attached to let go. Now, I have to </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.pamperingu.com/FragranceDescriptions.htm' title='Retired Pampering U Fragrances'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4341642304005244886/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/retired-pampering-u-fragrances.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4341642304005244886'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4341642304005244886'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/retired-pampering-u-fragrances.html' title='Retired Pampering U Fragrances'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2647587985742786126</id><published>2008-10-15T11:16:00.009-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-15T12:36:53.188-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='blog action day 2008'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='angel food ministries'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='charity'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='volunteerism'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='poverty'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='donate'/><title type='text'>Angel Food Ministries</title><summary type='text'>Today is 2008 Blog Action Day where over 10,000 blogs reach out at once to raise awareness on a particular issue. Today we are all focusing on "poverty." For those of you who may not know, I would like to bring to your attention, an organization called Angel Food Ministries. Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing food relief and contributing </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.angelfoodministries.com' title='Angel Food Ministries'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2647587985742786126/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/angel-food-ministries.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2647587985742786126'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2647587985742786126'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/angel-food-ministries.html' title='Angel Food Ministries'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-5944895014252893273</id><published>2008-10-13T20:43:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-13T20:49:48.013-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bathing'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='natural herbs'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bathing rituals'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='therapeutic bath'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='aromatherapy'/><title type='text'>The Ritual of the Bath</title><summary type='text'> Ever wonder why you feel so relaxed when you sit in a tub full of water? When you're immersed in water, about 90% of your weight is displaced so your body feels lighter and you relax almost instantly. Water is the most basic element of life and is great for connecting the mind and body.People have been practicing the ritual of the bath for many centuries. Initially, in some cultures, bathing was</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/5944895014252893273/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/ritual-of-bath.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5944895014252893273'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/5944895014252893273'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/ritual-of-bath.html' title='The Ritual of the Bath'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SPPr7jgEQTI/AAAAAAAAAH4/2q_0slndVrE/s72-c/beautyintub.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4115628332312924853</id><published>2008-10-04T10:09:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-04T11:24:08.031-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Money Management'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>7 Cures for a Lean Purse</title><summary type='text'>Money: it's on most of our minds--these days more so than ever. I'd like to share an article I wrote last year--one in a series called "Conduct A Life Audit." This article, Seven Cures for a Lean Purse, addresses issues we have regarding money or the lack thereof, and offers tips and insights on how to conquer your fears and grow your money. Read the article here.</summary><link rel='related' href='http://pamperingu.com/ArticleSevenCures.htm' title='7 Cures for a Lean Purse'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4115628332312924853/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/7-cures-for-lean-purse.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4115628332312924853'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4115628332312924853'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/7-cures-for-lean-purse.html' title='7 Cures for a Lean Purse'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4755736940375981736</id><published>2008-10-03T19:50:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-03T21:23:34.262-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Free Hugs Campaign: A Feel-Good Video</title><summary type='text'>I never get tired of seeing this wonderful video.  Every time I watch it I'm reminded of how the little things in life can be beautiful and empowering.  Check it out...and HUG someone today!Inspiring Story! Free Hugs Campaign (Music by Sick Puppies)</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4755736940375981736/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/free-hugs-campaign-feel-good-video.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4755736940375981736'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4755736940375981736'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/free-hugs-campaign-feel-good-video.html' title='Free Hugs Campaign: A Feel-Good Video'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3411455461700130252</id><published>2008-10-01T14:29:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2008-10-01T14:48:12.811-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U News'/><title type='text'>Vote for our Blog!</title><summary type='text'>We're so excited! Our blog was nominated for the "Love This Site Awards" in the Body &amp; Soul category on CarolineDivine.com. We need your HELP! If you like our blog, please cast your vote for us here. Please note that you'll have to complete a short registration form and are only alowed one vote. We truly appreciate your time and support. Thank you in advance for your votes!</summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.divinecaroline.com/awards/672-pampering-u-blog' title='Vote for our Blog!'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3411455461700130252/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/vote-for-our-blog.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3411455461700130252'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3411455461700130252'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/10/vote-for-our-blog.html' title='Vote for our Blog!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SOPFRdvTUCI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/hT9cxqtTGUQ/s72-c/lovethissitebadge.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-288397148150215763</id><published>2008-09-24T21:05:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2008-09-24T21:38:28.605-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Random Musings'/><title type='text'>Feed The Pig</title><summary type='text'> I saw a TV ad for a really cool website dedicated to helping Americans gain financial literacy (and we all know these days we need all the help we can get).  Here's a small bit of information from the website, Feedthepig.org...Benjamin is the star spokespig of a new national public service campaign from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and The Advertising Council. </summary><link rel='related' href='http://feedthepig.org' title='Feed The Pig'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/288397148150215763/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/feed-pig.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/288397148150215763'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/288397148150215763'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/feed-pig.html' title='Feed The Pig'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SNrrLKh9vCI/AAAAAAAAAHA/bEVWtZ9PXa4/s72-c/feedthepig.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4368852884039295983</id><published>2008-09-17T16:57:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-09-17T17:17:47.265-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Want Peace?  Clear that Clutter!</title><summary type='text'>So you’d like to…enjoy increased physical energy, eliminate stress, clear negative or stale energy from your home or increase your money flow?  You can achieve all of this and more by simply clearing the clutter in your personal space.Have you ever heard the saying, “cleanliness is next to Godliness?” Somehow, we miraculously feel better and “lighter of spirit” whenever we clean or perform </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4368852884039295983/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/want-peace-clear-that-clutter.html#comment-form' title='4 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4368852884039295983'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4368852884039295983'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/want-peace-clear-that-clutter.html' title='Want Peace?  Clear that Clutter!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>4</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3357376545181822262</id><published>2008-09-16T11:16:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-09-16T15:06:15.075-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U News'/><title type='text'>Pampering U Deal of the Day</title><summary type='text'>Want BIG savings on Pampering U products? Each day we will feature one of our best-selling products at a reduced price. Check our website often to make sure you don't miss out on your favorites.Think ahead: birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, etc.--our products make great gifts. At these prices, you may want to consider getting started on your holiday shopping. Hurry, our daily deals will be </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.pamperingu.com' title='Pampering U Deal of the Day'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3357376545181822262/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/pampering-u-deal-of-day.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3357376545181822262'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3357376545181822262'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/pampering-u-deal-of-day.html' title='Pampering U Deal of the Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3364069892975148439</id><published>2008-09-11T12:29:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2008-09-11T16:37:40.136-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Nutrition'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering and Relaxation'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Lifestyle Mojo: New Top Site List</title><summary type='text'>Business owners: Want FREE advertising for your website or blog? Join our new top site list - Lifestyle Mojo: Top 100 Mind, Body &amp; Lifestyle Sites.It’s a top site list dedicated to Indie business owners offering natural health, alternative healing and healthy lifestyle products and services. For site owners who want more visibility, paid advertising options will also be available soon. All you </summary><link rel='related' href='http://lifestylemojo.gotop100.com' title='Lifestyle Mojo: New Top Site List'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3364069892975148439/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/lifestyle-mojo.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3364069892975148439'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3364069892975148439'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/lifestyle-mojo.html' title='Lifestyle Mojo: New Top Site List'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SMmBIY6Dp7I/AAAAAAAAAGw/kzkcm2chj_A/s72-c/lifestylemojobutton2_150' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3678498504501383158</id><published>2008-08-28T13:59:00.014-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-28T15:36:55.458-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Pampering: Necessity or Hype?</title><summary type='text'>When most people think of pampering, they tend to think of activities that bring instant joy and comfort: a nice massage, a quick trip to the beauty salon for hair and nail treatments, etc. While these activities can do a lot to make us feel special in the moment, they usually don't have the long-term effects that most humans need to feel nurtured and connected on a continuous basis.When I think </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3678498504501383158/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/pampering-necessity-or-hype.html#comment-form' title='6 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3678498504501383158'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3678498504501383158'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/pampering-necessity-or-hype.html' title='Pampering: Necessity or Hype?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SLb-CJM05iI/AAAAAAAAAGA/QcLRjfmaiRw/s72-c/spa+tub2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>6</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2703519620658066491</id><published>2008-08-25T16:01:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-25T16:21:58.862-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><title type='text'>Interactive Chakra Tool</title><summary type='text'>There are 7 main chakras which are centered approximately in the middle of our bodies and are tied to the nervous system along the spine, the endocrine system and various glands. The chakras are also linked to various bodily functions such as breathing and digestion. Each chakra is represented by one of the seven colours of the rainbow. Click the chakra wheels on the interactive tool below to </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.pamperingu.com/Chakra.htm' title='Interactive Chakra Tool'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2703519620658066491/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/interactive-chakra-tool.html#comment-form' title='4 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2703519620658066491'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2703519620658066491'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/interactive-chakra-tool.html' title='Interactive Chakra Tool'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>4</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4507792288514393733</id><published>2008-08-16T09:34:00.007-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-16T10:21:22.300-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Colors and Chakras'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><title type='text'>Saturday is an Indigo Day</title><summary type='text'>The Brow or Third Eye chakra (named Anja), located at the level of the forehead, is associated with and visualized as a deep indigo blue color. This is the center of visual, psychic and intuitive perception—the place where we store our memories, perceive our dreams, and imagine our future. It is also often referred to as the "third eye" or the "mind center." It is our avenue to wisdom--learning </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4507792288514393733/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/saturday-is-indigo-day.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4507792288514393733'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4507792288514393733'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/saturday-is-indigo-day.html' title='Saturday is an Indigo Day'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SKbfDJ8dTCI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/SdFvcF_4Grs/s72-c/chakrabrow.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7376185300618327454</id><published>2008-08-10T19:35:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-10T19:56:32.443-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Nutrition'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Wellness360</title><summary type='text'>I joined a great online health community called Wellness360. It is free to join and you can earn points that convert to cash!Every time you visit wellness360.com you earn reward points that convert to dollars. Someone who consistently tracks what they eat every other day can earn $150 or more over one year. The more you use Wellness360 the more dollars you earn. Reward yourself for your efforts </summary><link rel='related' href='https://www.mywellness360.com/enrollWB.aspx?&amp;source=ahm&amp;broker=820666&amp;invite=128360' title='Wellness360'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7376185300618327454/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/wellness360.html#comment-form' title='3 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7376185300618327454'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7376185300618327454'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/wellness360.html' title='Wellness360'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SJ9_vWDc-OI/AAAAAAAAAE4/P-btlZnQLSw/s72-c/wellness360logo.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>3</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7015914228503412686</id><published>2008-08-09T13:43:00.012-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-09T16:21:23.575-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>I Won the Lottery!</title><summary type='text'>I was anticipating my August email newsletter from Glynis McCants, The Numbers Lady, because the information she presented in the July newsletter (see post dated 7/5/08 below) was very accurate. Since I'm all about making my life easier and Glynis' numerology information always seems to help me steer clear of potentially explosive situations, I couldn't wait until I received the August mailing.My</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7015914228503412686/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/i-hit-lottery.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7015914228503412686'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7015914228503412686'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/i-hit-lottery.html' title='I Won the Lottery!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2892373104940202059</id><published>2008-08-05T18:23:00.007-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-05T21:19:40.986-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><title type='text'>August and the Number 8</title><summary type='text'>August is the 8th month. You may have heard me mention in the past that if you take the number 8 and trace it with a pen, you will find yourself going "round and round." This is the perfect metaphor for the confusion that you can experience under the energy of the 8. Resist this. If you are trying to complete something and you seem blocked at every turn, just stop and work on something else for </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.numberslady.com/' title='August and the Number 8'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2892373104940202059/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/august-and-number-8.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2892373104940202059'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2892373104940202059'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/august-and-number-8.html' title='August and the Number 8'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4260368212204295951</id><published>2008-08-01T11:58:00.005-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-01T12:31:09.611-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U Customers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>The Gift of Love</title><summary type='text'>One of our customers recently sent us a beautiful thank you card and while the message of thanks thrilled us, it was the story on the back of the card (see below) that tugged at our hearts:...The offering is a highlight of the church service for our young children, who delight in placing the little offering envelope into the collection plate. We have made it a practice to tithe each Sunday </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4260368212204295951/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/gift-of-love.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4260368212204295951'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4260368212204295951'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/gift-of-love.html' title='The Gift of Love'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-7463000966621780605</id><published>2008-07-30T11:26:00.002-04:00</published><updated>2008-07-30T11:32:20.971-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><title type='text'>Six Warning Signs of Stroke</title><summary type='text'>Knowing the signs of stroke is crucial, since speedy treatment is necessary to help reduce the damage that can be caused by a “brain attack.” Be aware of these typical stroke symptoms:1. Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes2. Weakness or numbness on one side of the body, including the face3. Difficulty speaking4. Disorientation, confusion, or memory loss5. Dizziness, loss of balance, or loss</summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/TIP02953/Six-Warning-Signs-of-Stroke.html' title='Six Warning Signs of Stroke'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/7463000966621780605/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/six-warning-signs-of-stroke.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7463000966621780605'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/7463000966621780605'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/six-warning-signs-of-stroke.html' title='Six Warning Signs of Stroke'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-6173937521550612119</id><published>2008-07-27T13:43:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2008-07-27T14:26:53.184-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U News'/><title type='text'>Discontinued Products</title><summary type='text'>As promised, here is the list of our discontinued products (the list of discontinued fragrances will be posted soon):~ Beauty Without Cruelty organic skin &amp; hair care products~ Fizzing Bath Grains~ Fragrance Oils - .50 oz. (replaced by Aromatherapy Oil Blends)~ Herbal Body &amp; Eye Pillows~ Herbal Glycerin Soaps (replaced by Bath&amp;Bloom Natural Bar Soap)~ Natural Lip Balm~ Sea Salt Body PolishPlease </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/6173937521550612119/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/discontinued-products.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6173937521550612119'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/6173937521550612119'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/discontinued-products.html' title='Discontinued Products'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-224135208269896600</id><published>2008-07-27T12:45:00.010-04:00</published><updated>2008-07-27T13:40:11.469-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U Customers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Pampering U News'/><title type='text'>In The Loop: Pampering U News</title><summary type='text'>Soon, we will be changing our newsletter marketing (email agent) from Constant Contact to EmailBrain. We're switching because EmailBrain offers lots more options like unlimited image hosting, non-expiring email credits and more and it is more economical.How does this effect you? If you are on our email list you will notice that future mailings/newsletters will come from EmailBrain. You may be </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/224135208269896600/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/in-loop-pampering-u-news.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/224135208269896600'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/224135208269896600'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/in-loop-pampering-u-news.html' title='In The Loop: Pampering U News'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://bp3.blogger.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SIyy6G8JqUI/AAAAAAAAAEg/4QR3o6S2bEA/s72-c/emailbrainlogo.gif' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-1644190058419204569</id><published>2008-07-24T13:10:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-07-25T09:02:37.548-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><title type='text'>Daily Health Tips</title><summary type='text'>Getting healthy and staying healthy doesn't have to be a daunting task.  Instead of focusing on the big picture, create a series of baby steps that will lead you to your overall goal.  Making small changes (drinking more water, eating the right foods, increasing the number of meals you eat per day, cutting food portions, etc.), can go a long way towards helping you improve your health.  Check </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/1644190058419204569/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/daily-health-tips.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1644190058419204569'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/1644190058419204569'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/daily-health-tips.html' title='Daily Health Tips'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2350644207175539440</id><published>2008-07-18T15:33:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-07-18T16:41:44.968-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Money Woes Got You Down?</title><summary type='text'>Gasoline, food costs, mortgage foreclosures, banks filing for bankruptcy...Yes, we are smack dab in the middle of a recession. It is a scary time for a lot of people but we all have to believe that "this too shall pass." In difficult economic times like these, we may all have to work a little harder to keep our heads above water (financially and emotionally). Dig deep within yourself and find </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2350644207175539440/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/money-woes-got-you-down.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2350644207175539440'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2350644207175539440'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/money-woes-got-you-down.html' title='Money Woes Got You Down?'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3914084656839153574</id><published>2008-07-05T15:06:00.009-04:00</published><updated>2008-08-05T18:46:44.421-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Astrology and Numerology'/><title type='text'>July and the Number 7</title><summary type='text'>I'm really fascinated by astrology and numerology. For me, astrology and numerology have been so accurate that I find myself referring to one or both of these studies to understand the people in my life (and sometimes myself...lol). I recently received the following info from Glynis McCants, The Numbers Lady, and wanted to share. Enjoy!~~~~~~~~~~The month of July breaks down to a 7, and 7 is all </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.numberslady.com' title='July and the Number 7'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3914084656839153574/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/july-and-number-7.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3914084656839153574'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3914084656839153574'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/july-and-number-7.html' title='July and the Number 7'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4633087374978884607</id><published>2008-06-26T14:06:00.002-04:00</published><updated>2008-06-26T14:13:53.092-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Our Semi-Annual Sale...Now in Progress!</title><summary type='text'> Shop Pampering U's Semi-Annual Sale…Take 50% off all bath &amp; body products - use online code: pamper50. Coupon code valid for retail bath and body products only. Offer not valid for Bath of the Month Club subscriptions. Sale ends midnight June 30, 2008 (EST).Think ahead...birthdays, graduations, housewarmings, weddings, corporate gifts, etc...our products make the perfect, nurturing gift. Now is </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.pamperingu.com' title='Our Semi-Annual Sale...Now in Progress!'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4633087374978884607/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/06/our-semi-annual-salenow-in-progress.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4633087374978884607'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4633087374978884607'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/06/our-semi-annual-salenow-in-progress.html' title='Our Semi-Annual Sale...Now in Progress!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SGPbbS663FI/AAAAAAAAAEA/NLgwiP8vZ_4/s72-c/shopper.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-8107392268940567211</id><published>2008-06-26T12:02:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2008-06-26T14:02:24.871-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Product Info'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Promotions'/><title type='text'>Exquisite Handcrafted Soaps!</title><summary type='text'>New! Handcrafted Natual Bar Soap...We have just received our first shipment of Bath&amp;Bloom Natural Bar Soaps (imported from Thailand). They are made using the cold process method with only the finest quality oils, extracts and other natural ingredients. With an enrichment of moisture from olive oil, natural vitamin E from rice bran oil and luxurious lather from coconut oil, this soap makes an </summary><link rel='related' href='http://www.lemmingcentral.com/mall/PamperingU/cart.php?target=product&amp;product_id=86&amp;category_id=1' title='Exquisite Handcrafted Soaps!'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/8107392268940567211/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/06/exquisite-handcrafted-soaps.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8107392268940567211'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/8107392268940567211'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/06/exquisite-handcrafted-soaps.html' title='Exquisite Handcrafted Soaps!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SGPZj9ZzEGI/AAAAAAAAAD4/9yKJpwN2A9k/s72-c/soaporientaltea.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3693056946824501575</id><published>2008-05-03T20:58:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-05-03T21:12:58.679-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Got Stress!</title><summary type='text'>If you're like most people, you've got a lot on your plate. The daily cycle of activities can seem endless...responsibilities on the job, tending to the kids and spouses, rushing in to save friends and family members...it's no wonder you're tired and stressed! Below is list of things you can do to reduce or avoid stress in your life. ~ Write down a tentative action plan for your day and keep </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/3693056946824501575/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/05/got-stress.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3693056946824501575'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/3693056946824501575'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/05/got-stress.html' title='Got Stress!'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SB0NU--9XtI/AAAAAAAAADo/4o4yjrdHa1g/s72-c/yogapose.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-4890860383378009106</id><published>2008-04-12T10:59:00.006-04:00</published><updated>2010-04-05T18:16:48.800-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Nutrition'/><title type='text'>Plug In, Eat Less</title><summary type='text'>Are you present during your meals? You may be thinking, "what a silly question, of course I'm present during meals."

The truth is many of us are usually not aware of what we are eating. We have a tendency to fill our plates to the brim and then sit in front of the television, computer or read a book while we eat. We are so engrossed in other activity that we do not realize we are full after the </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/4890860383378009106/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/04/plug-in-eat-less.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4890860383378009106'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/4890860383378009106'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/04/plug-in-eat-less.html' title='Plug In, Eat Less'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/SADSu0YDSCI/AAAAAAAAADg/Q7Qpr-fQq0o/s72-c/claypotshrimp.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-698883119754710177</id><published>2008-04-09T19:50:00.008-04:00</published><updated>2008-04-12T11:13:04.152-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Inspiration'/><title type='text'>Johnny the Bagger</title><summary type='text'>An unforgettable true story about Johnny, a young man with Down Syndrome, who changes the culture of a grocery store by being creative and giving the customers more than they expect. Best-selling authors Ken Blanchard and Barbara Glanz have written a book that any company can use to reshape their culture around serving the customer. This story will grab your heart and get your creative juices </summary><link rel='related' href='http://store.simpletruths.com/shared/affiliates/?Affiliate=915&amp;Target=Home' title='Johnny the Bagger'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/698883119754710177/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/04/johnny-bagger.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/698883119754710177'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/698883119754710177'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/04/johnny-bagger.html' title='Johnny the Bagger'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-2367370105636928266</id><published>2008-03-23T11:18:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-03-23T11:54:06.484-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><title type='text'>A New Earth</title><summary type='text'>Oprah and Eckhart Tolle, the author and spiritual teacher of the best-selling book, "A New Earth" are conducting a 10-week online class focusing on human consciousness. During the first class, held March 3rd, over 750 thousand people logged on to attend this ground-breaking event. Since the event, hosted by Skype, experienced major technical difficulties due to the large number of people logging </summary><link rel='related' href='http://search.barnesandnoble.com/A-New-Earth/Eckhart-Tolle/e/9780452289963/?itm=2' title='A New Earth'/><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/feeds/2367370105636928266/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/03/new-earth.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2367370105636928266'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/32591747/posts/default/2367370105636928266'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://amethystrisingblog.blogspot.com/2008/03/new-earth.html' title='A New Earth'/><author><name>LBTurner*1959</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/03175861323968171627</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='26' height='32' src='http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/TIPGSgbHKtI/AAAAAAAAAjM/9Q5LjfhCl_k/S220/LT22010hd.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' url='http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_nEUex0tDx2U/R-Z4dfjXEAI/AAAAAAAAADQ/p2ot89LjC5Y/s72-c/anewearth2.jpg' height='72' width='72'/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32591747.post-3818513804288872644</id><published>2008-03-23T10:57:00.004-04:00</published><updated>2008-03-23T11:43:12.498-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Health and Lifestyle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Spirituality'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='Random Musings'/><title type='text'>The Story of Easter</title><summary type='text'>Easter is more than just a holiday we celebrate by buying new clothes and candy-filled baskets for the kids, making colored eggs and having Easter egg hunts. 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