Disqus - Latest Comments for Brenda

Re: What is the sound of your voice?

Brenda — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:39:41 -0000

My voice is like a hypnotic, low-croon, rhytmic melody that immediately puts people at ease.

Re: What is the sound of your voice?

Brenda — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:03:47 -0000

Julia, you put me at ease this morning by ignoring the fact that I mis-spelled 'rhythmic'! What's really funny is that I've wished for years that I could speed up a little. Recently, I've accepted that my way of speaking is consistent with my style statement: Comfortable Creative. Have you read Style Statement?

Re: What are your favourite blogs or websites?

Brenda — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:35:00 -0000

I stumbled upon www.lightsource.com which has video archives of all my favorite inspirational leaders such as T.D. Jakes and Joyce Myers. Great way for me to begin my day.

Re: What are you anticipating?

Brenda — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:56:51 -0000

Picking up my brand new (really) '07 Cadillac STS that is capable of doing everything but fix my breakfast.

Re: What are you anticipating?

Brenda — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:00:46 -0000

Forgot to mention that the car ties in very nicely with my 'Comfort-Creative' style statement.

Re: What would be your last meal and with whom would you share it?

Brenda — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:11:24 -0000

A complete Thanksgiving dinner that I prepare myself. The meal would be shared with my mother, aunt and uncle, son, high school friends Melanie and Toni, and both husbands (present and ex).

Re: How do you fall in love with the world?

Brenda — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:41:51 -0000

Traveling throughout the world (or even the United States) experiencing different cultures: the various dialects, music, foods, dance, and rituals.

Re: What are your favourite natural remedies?

Brenda — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:29:47 -0000

1. Noni for energy.
2. Pancakes for, shall we say, regularity.
3. French onion soup for nasal congestion.

Re: What do you regret?

Brenda — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:16:28 -0000

Putting so much of myself into fruitless relationships,AND STAYING. Still working on changing this.

Re: What is your biggest indulgence?

Brenda — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:46:11 -0000

It's definitely dining out with friends. Lunch, brunch, coffee, tea. Nothing extravagant, but it all adds up.

Re: What is your big, audacious dream for yourself?

Brenda — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:44:25 -0000

To retire from teacher and become a full-time volunteer in my community.

Re: What’s your favourite magazine?

Brenda — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:14:41 -0000

That's easy: Real Simple.

Re: Who in your life do you admire… and why?

Brenda — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 06:56:23 -0000

Without a doubt..my mother. A widow well into her 80's, has outlived 2 wonderful marriages, has had 2 lucrative careers, sells real estate on her terms, still lifts weights at the health club, loves her church in Matteson, Illinois, and has an active social life to boot! All I can say is that Mom knows how to live.

Re: What are your 3 top priorities this week?

Brenda — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:23:15 -0000

1) Complete the excercises in my Joyful Business workbook.
2) Frame my Camille Pissarro prints I purchased in St. Thomas 7 yrs. ago.
3) Finish the article I've been writing about for my column in the Hudson Valley Connoisseur magazine. My deadline is Friday!

Re: How has astrology influenced your life or a decision?

Brenda — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:04:36 -0000

Not really. I can relate to everything I've read about Aries (along with every other sign!). But as a Christian, I rely on Spiritual guidance when making life decisions.

Re: How would you spend your last $20?

Brenda — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:53:17 -0000

Get together with about 3 or 4 friends. Combine our money. Take the loot to a grocery store, purchase enough food for a Thanksgiving feast (and left overs, too!). You know...Turkey, cornbread stuffing, home-made yeast rolls, candied yams, macaroni and cheese, sweet potato pie, the works! My friends and I would talk about how fortunate and blessed we've been. As I'm writing this, I've decided to do this very thing at the end of this month. I don't need to wait 'til November to express my thanks?!

Re: How would you spend your last $20?

Brenda — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:48:40 -0000

Actually, expressing your gratitude puts you in a position to receive more. So I guess you can add me to your "more mode" list.

Re: What would improve your work space?

Brenda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:22:05 -0000

My work space is such a mess that it's hard to figure out where to start. If there's somebody out there who can give me a couple of bite-sized tips, I'd really appreciate it. Right now, the only thing I can think of to get me started is prayer. My style statement is "comfort-creative". As you can imagine, the closer I get to my desk, the more intense my anxiety becomes. This is REALLY a problem. You guys really struck a nerve today!!! Help me, please.

Re: What would improve your work space?

Brenda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:41:44 -0000

Thank you!

Re: What would improve your work space?

Brenda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:19:13 -0000

Will do!

Re: What’s the best relationship advice you’ve ever given or received?

Brenda — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:42:48 -0000

Steer clear of anyone who doesn't accept and value the person that you are.

Re: What’s the best relationship advice you’ve ever given or received?

Brenda — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:52:31 -0000

Experience can be a dear teacher.

Re: What kind of clutter is in your life?

Brenda — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:09:31 -0000

Funny you guys should ask. For yearss I have allowed relationships to remain in my life far longer than I should, and presently to the detriment of my safety and peace of mind. As Iyanla would say, "until today...". Please pray for me. Please.

Re: What are your 3 top priorities this week?

Brenda — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:34:06 -0000

Morning, Carrie. It's a tool I purchased this summer that's designed to help entrepreneurs market their business. It offers a non-traditional approach based on the Law of Attraction principles. The author is Laura Howard West. The program provides numerous supports to keep you motivated such as conference calls, incredible graphic organizers that really keep you focussed, information for starting business success circles, a lovely scented 'joy candle', and much more. Since beginning my business there are 3 tools that have been the most valuable to me: Law of Attraction principles, The Joyful Business Guide, and Style Statement book. The Joyful Guide is a perfect match for my 'Comfort-Creative' soul. Check out the following links: www.CenterforJoyfulBusiness.com, www.JoyfulBusinessGuide.com, or www.CafeEntrepreneur.com. Enjoy!

Re: What kind of clutter is in your life?

Brenda — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:41:17 -0000

Thank you, Julia.

Re: What do you need to let go of?

Brenda — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:59:02 -0000

Dead relationships.

Re: What’s your favorite gadget or piece of technology?

Brenda — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:58:14 -0000

It's got to be my Emril fryer. A bit pricey, but there's nothing else like it. Features I appreciate: Dishwasher-proof, drains and saves the oil, let's you know when it's time to change the oil, lightweight. Like it even better than my Keurig coffee maker (which I also love).

Re: If you had a totally open day, every day, what 4 or 5 things would you fill it with?

Brenda — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:46:46 -0000

7:00 - Play tennis.
9:00 - Have the children's portion of pancakes and bacon at Cracker
Barrel in Fishkill, NY.
11:00 - Ride the Metro North train down to NYC for a matinee.
3:00 - Discovery walk around the City before getting back on the
train.
7:00 - Treat myself to a chicken parm dinner at Copolla's Italian
restaurant in Hyde Park, NY, as I work to develop marketing
"packages" that will get my customers really excited.

Re: When do you hide?

Brenda — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:24:46 -0000

When I'm in serious need of 'me-time'.

Re: What’s your favorite easy thing to cook?

Brenda — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:23:55 -0000

Got to be broiled salmon, rice and salad. Effortless.

Re: What adventure are you craving (or planning for)?

Brenda — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:08:01 -0000

Discovering how I can express who I am in all I do.

Re: What adventure are you craving (or planning for)?

Brenda — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:45:19 -0000

To me life is n adventure.

Re: This Labor Day, how would you change our work culture?

Brenda — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 07:31:29 -0000

A definitely agree with Danielle: a 4-day week.

Re: If you suddenly inherited $10,000, what would you do with it?

Brenda — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 06:50:35 -0000

Probably use it to make my monthly car payment less (MUCH less).

Re: What did you learn from your favorite mistake?

Brenda — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:03:53 -0000

Not to ever lie.

Re: What do you need to move your vision forward?

Brenda — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:36:36 -0000

Courage.

Re: What is your favorite fiction book?

Brenda — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 07:03:02 -0000

Zora Neale Hurston's "Their Eyes Were Watching God".

Re: What is something completely luxurious that you dream of owning?

Brenda — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:39:02 -0000

A tennis club.

Re: What is something completely luxurious that you dream of owning?

Brenda — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:40:28 -0000

I forgot something: a personal assistant.

Re: What are you excited about right now?

Brenda — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:02:27 -0000

The prospect of conducting a full-day etiquette training for Rural Opportunities, Inc. next spring.

Re: What do you find beautiful about your body?

Brenda — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 06:53:32 -0000

Hands and hair (sometimes!).

Re: What’s the best concert you ever attended?

Brenda — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 21:41:19 -0000

Stevie Wonder, 1975 in Montreal. Cat Stevens was in the audience and got on state with him and sang"Superstitions" with Stevie. Stevie performed alot of cuts from his not-yet-released album, "Songs in the Key of Life." One of his back-up singers was Denise Williams. Concert lasted longer than 3 hours.

Re: What do you love about men? (or, why is it so great being a man?)

Brenda — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:56:38 -0000

Not too much this week.

Re: What expert help or advice would you like?

Brenda — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:21:07 -0000

A personal assistant who would keep me organized and where I need to be.

Re: What do you collect?

Brenda — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:10:26 -0000

Albums (vinyl records): 33's, 78's and 45's. Everything from classical to r&b.