The Catnip of Life is all about FREEDOM! Freedom to walk among the wildflowers, wade in a babbling brook, stand under a waterfall, enjoy excitement and relax in tranquility among the sights and sounds of Mother Nature. It is giving life and receiving life through life’s energies that propel us forward, sometimes backwards, but always with hope and love in our hearts!
Happy Independence Day! Enjoy all the freedoms this day has to offer always remembering the sacrifices that were made which made this nation FREE! God bless America!
I am so excited to be a featured author in the upcoming release of, the INside effects: How the Body Heals Itself. Also featured in the book are John Demartini, from the hit movie, The Secret, Lynne McTaggart from What the Bleep, and comedian, JP Sears.
You are invited to a special LIVE online book launch party event on Wednesday, July 5th from 7pm – 9:30 Eastern Time. Please register now to claim your spot. You will meet the authors, the publisher, learn how a book becomes a bestseller, and you. . . will be a part of helping us make our book a bestseller!
Please wait until the time of the live event (Wednesday, July 5th from 7pm – 9:30 Eastern Time) to purchase your book.
Last week I had a photoshoot along the jetties at Panama City Beach, FL. This was scheduled to accompany an article I was asked to write about the Catnip of Life, which will be published during the month of June (Stroll Grand Lagoon – Delivering Neighborhood Connections). The photo shoot was an absolute blast! There are always stories to tell and of course, there is a ‘doozy’ behind this photo.
There were quite a number of photo shoots going on the day we were at the jetties. Some photographers had their professional equipment set up in the sand, while others were shooting with their phones. Mandjo Brokaw had just finished a shot when I turned around and spotted a young man standing tall on top of the same rock as depicted below. Another young man was snapping pictures with his phone.
Without even thinking twice, I turned to Mandjo Brokaw and exclaimed, “I want a photo on top of that rock (pointing to the young man as he stood proudly upon the rock, which was about 6 ft above the sand)! In an instant, I approached the young man with the camera after he finished snapping pictures.
Yes! I introduced myself and asked a favor. “I want a picture on that rock but need assistance getting to the top.” He grabbed me by the hand and up we went! I was barefoot so had to be careful because the sand was slippery on the rocks. He was steady as could be and led me right to the top, stepped aside, and I raised my hands to the glory of our Heavenly Father! (The young man’s name is Colin and very handsome!)
My only regret is that I didn’t have more pictures taken while I was there, perhaps sitting, instead of only standing, and on one foot, instead of both feet! hahahahaha Tomorrow IS another day and the jetties are surely not going anywhere soon!
Observe. Listen. Embrace. Breathe. Savor. Life to Its Fullest!
The Christmas season is filled with times of joyful gathering…family, friends, colleagues, co-workers, acquaintances from many different backgrounds. The main question is…why do you join others in celebration at this time of year? Is it simply feasting and partying, dressing in fancy attire, for camaraderie, perhaps time to catch up on happenin’s throughout the year? What makes it different from any other gathering? There is only one reason for this season which should remain at the top of the list, the star of the Christmas tree, the most wondrous gift of them all…
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May we never be so focused on getting gifts & PRESENTS
that we forget to receive…
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…the gift of HIS PRESENCE!
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Spread the pure joy!
There is magic in Christmas A time for joy, a time of peace Sharing, caring, preparing As cascading snowflakes increase
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A star tops the Christmas tree Presents of love beneath
All in the joy of giving
Encircling like a wreath
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People come, people go All in the name of good cheer
Wishing Merry Christmas
And the happiest New Year
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Coziness of a fireplace
A warm hug, tender kiss
Christmas Eve closes in prayer
No one dares not miss
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While saying Merry Christmas With wishes for a Happy New Year How many celebrate birth The real reason behind all the cheer? ***** Wining, dining, feeling fine Feasting on the best When asked why YOU celebrate What do you attest?
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Catnip is excited to offer all her followers and visitors Purr-r-r-r-fect Thanksgiving Blessings. So, without further ado and with special Happy Thanksgiving blessings from Foxie…
ENJOY!
BE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN TO THE VIDEO! Visit catnip’s sister site AWAKENINGS for loads of trivia, treats & tradition!
I could not resist alerting everyone to this celebration since childhood is such an intricate part of the catnipoflife. Mosey on over to catnip’s sister site, Awakenings, for the celebration. You just might find some lollipops that turn you on or perhaps turn you off!
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Plus how on earth could I pass posting the cat eating the lollipop?!
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