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The Costa Blanca and Alicante area runs north to south or south to north, you can begin your holiday travel either way. The Costa Blanca, on the Mediterranean Sea coast is situated in the Province of Alicante, entering in the south through the town of Pilar de la Horadada or maybe Torrevieja might sound a little more familiar, all being part of the Valencian Community. Costa Blanca in English means ‘the White Coast’ probably because of its clear white beaches, the white washed buildings and the sunny weather which brightens all its villa like Guardamar, Javea, Altea, Benidorm, Torrevieja, Moraira and Alicante.

Navegate your own route in Costa Blanca

Being as Alicante was last mentioned and it has the advantage of its international airport called the Altet, you can start an entertaining holiday there. As you arrive into the city either by public bus, mini-bus from your hotel or by taxi, you will love how it is set at the foot of a hill where the Saint Barbara Castle still remains. It was built in 300 B.c. by the Carthaginians and even though it has undergone many wars, it has been kept in good condition, which nowadays houses an excellent restaurant. It is also surrounded by extended beaches with only a beautiful tiled promenade lined with all kinds of flowers and palms to separate them from the busy city and the harbour. Stroll along this refreshing central walkway where hand made goods are always set up in booths, or in the summer months, different bands and orquestras play soothing music to accompany the night breeze. Or delve into a good guide book with map of Alicante to be able to choose a special holiday festival such as The Saint John Bonfires with spectacular carton and wooden monuments depicting local and international characters which are finally burnt to the ground, carrying out a pagan tradition of wanting to eliminate all bad spirits.

Benidorm, which has excellent transport from the Alicante airport is also a very moving city. During the day you can either choose to relax and enjoy the long out stretching beaches or take the kids and family to one of the many parks around. You can choose from one of the Theme parks like Terra Mitica which has set up rides and attractions having to do with ancient Egypt or Rome, Aqualandia, a water park right within Benidorm where there are rides for the wee folks, younger dare devils and just splashing pools for the older ones. A good keep cool day! If animals are the theme for the day, go to Terra Natura also within the city and have your children come into full contact with very different kinds of animals. Here too, you can cool off in an area where there are water rides, underwater diving or nature climbing and trekking. At night, the nightlife is quite moving and the selection of places to dine go from fast food restaurants to the most exquisite delicacies, whatever you feel affordable for you.

Altea, the next villa you can see on the map, has kept its old town atmosphere while offering good places to stay. There are usually pebble beaches and many exclusive coves to hide out in - a very recommendable tranquil ambience. Calpe is the next villa on our map tour so that you can get a glimpse of the Rock of Ifach, a steep rugged hill made of rock formation that has captured amateur and professional mountain climbers from all over the world. Whether you have used your energy rock climbing or just lazing around on the white soft beaches, you must head over to the harbour area for either lunch or dinner. There, you have an endless show of seafood and fish to choose from and have it cooked as you like, or just trust others and go for the caldereta, a stew of many kinds of seafood with a succulent broth.

Save time for Javea

Javea, on the east coast, lies a little over 100 kilometres from Valencia and just 94 kilometres from Alicante city. At either of these cities you can find international flights making travel plans easy to arrange all year round. On the map of Spain, just a little south of Denia and right near the outstanding Montgo mountain peak, Javea ( http://www.alicante-spain.com/javea.html ) can be found.

This park was declared under national protection in 1987 so that its marvellous richness in fauna and flora could be conserved and further studies could be done on its archaeological discoveries. These discoveries can be seen in one of the many museums in the town. But what makes travelling to Javea so much fun is its traditional and cultural activities of long times ago, especially on the Costa Blanca and made available for the tourist to see nowadays. One of these activities is the sport called ‘ Valencian Ball’. There are two teams, usually two players on each team. It can be played right in the middle of the street, without a referee. Many times it is the public who must decide if the ball was fair or foul.The ball is made up of rags that have been tightly wound and covered with other rags. The players use their hands as rackets, using a special wrap to protect the palm of their hands. If you are looking for a good game, head to the Nou Street or to the Jesus Nazareno Street, or ask at the tourist office.

You will never have enjoyed your Spain vacation stay so much thanks to the variety and friendliness of the people who are awaiting to share their Costa Blanca with you.

The writer Robert Carlton publishes articles for www.alicante-spain.com ,an Alicante website. Many of his publications focus on the Costa Blanca www.alicante-spain.com/costa-blanca.html and travel to Spain.

Your newsletter is not only a powerful list building tool it can also be used as a highly effective and profitable advertising tool. As you develop and build your list you will make a nice income when you advertise with your newsletter.

There are 3 ways to advertise with your newsletter.

1. Your own “in house” ads-your products/services
2. Third party ads-paid ads
3. Ad swaps

“In house ads” are ads you place for products/services you are selling. These can be your own or affiliate products/services. You will build good relationships with your subscribers, by your quality newsletter and prompt answers to questions. You will over time be selling your products and services. The trick is to always keep your offers highly targeted to your subscriber needs.

Third party ads: when you have about 1000 subscribers you can accept 3-rd party advertising. These are people who pay to advertise in your publication. Ads you can offer are:

• Classified ads
• Top/feature Sponsor Ads
• Solo Ads

Classified Ads: small punchy little ads that are usually 5-6 lines (60 characters) in length

Usually placed towards the bottom of the newsletter.

Top/feature Sponsor Ads: these will be a little longer than classifieds, with more benefits. These will be placed before the feature or main article in a publication and will get more exposure.

Solo Ads: are sent out alone to the entire database of subscribers and will be usually 3 times as long as the Top Sponsor Ad.

Ad Swaps: are ads you will swap with other publications. This is a good way to build your list for subscribers or any free offer. Again wait until you have 1000+ subscribers before you do this. Take care ehat newsletters you swap with has an equal or greater number of subscribers.

Advertising to your list: Your newsletter subscriber base is critical to your business. Always remember even if your newsletter is a free publication to treat your readers like the VIP’s they are. They have made a positive decision to join your newsletter and have put their trust in you as an editor to deliver a good quality publication. They are your potential customers and nobody is more important than them. Here are some points to keep your subscribers happy and not make them feel like dollar bills:

• Create trust - credibility: It is critical to your business to maintain and build your credibility with your subscribers. You will do this by building relationships with them by publishing a quality publication and advertising responsibly. Do not put too many ads in your newsletter as this will annoy readers and give less response for your advertisers.

• Do not over advertise: Nothing is more annoying to your subscribers than a daily barrage of ads in their mailboxes. This makes them feel like dollar bills and is not a respectful way of advertising. One or two solos a week are enough. You will get better response this way and cut down unsubscribes.

• Do opinion Polls/surveys to find what subscribers like: always be in tune with your readers. Like any editor of a publication you should always give your readers a chance to voice their opinions. In this way you will know what your subscribers are interested in and advertise accordingly.

• Target your advertising: Advertise according to your market (readers) needs. Advertise products and services that they can use and you will get better response and a more loyal readership.

Keep your advertisers happy: here are some tips to keep your advertisers happy and encourage them to return:

How to get return advertisers: Find ways to get your readers to open the email.

>Contests;

>Eye catching subject line;

>personalize;

>Email analyzer to go thru filters;

>Do not use the word solo ad in the subject or as a heading;

>Put your disclaimer at the bottom not the top.

These methods will ensure a better open rate and encourage a higher click through, better click through = happy advertisers. Great click through = return customers.

Try to target the Solos for your subscribers, put some suggested topics on your ad page, to encourage advertisers to send you ads that will target your subscribers. This will greatly increase click through, and return customers.

>Specials: Everyone likes a bargain and your advertisers are no exception. Here are a few suggestions:

2 for one solo ads:Always a favorite. Another variation is “buy one solo and get the other at price.” For repeat advertisers you can give a loyalty bonus or discount%

Discount packages: Groups of ads at a discount price or packs of ads at a special price are always popular with advertisers.

Advertising with your newsletter can bring you some additional income but do not expect a large amount. Advertise responsibly and understand your obligation to your readers. Always remember the value of your readers and the fact that they are your potential customers. Keep in mind the old cliché “look after your subscribers and they will look after you.”

Author: Constantin Chersin
I was born in September 20, 1955 in Romania, and I am a Romanian citizen. Married, 2 beautiful daughters 18 and 20 years.
I graduated Faculty of Automatics in 1983 becoming a System Engineer, with a full degree. I worked in Ultra Sonic and High Frequency Power Supply Converter research institute in Bucharest, Romania until 1990.
After the fall of Ceausescu’s regime, I have worked in sales since 1994. I now run my own company FOX I.E. in Romania. Starting in 1997 my company has dedicated its whole efforts to internet software activity.

In 2003 I founded my own US based corporation IT PRO VISION, Inc. Both companies have their own websites at

FOX SOFTWARE and IT PRO VISION, Inc.

More articles can be found at http://marketing.itprovision.net.

Many times we are put into situations where we are asked a
question and need to give an answer on the spot, or “think
on your feet.” It could be a sales or customer service
situation, your manager asking you for a progress report, a
request for your ideas on a new community project, or a job
interview.

During these times we can feel the pressure. Our heart
begins to race, we start to sweat, we feel our knees knocking,
or we want to hide under a rock. This is because sometimes
the answer we give could mean that big sale, the customer
being satisfied, a promotion or raise, or that dream job.

The following are five secrets to help you master your
“thinking on your feet” skills:

1. Listen

Many times when we are in a high pressure situation where
we are so nervous we really don’t hear the actual question.
Been there, done that. To make sure we understand the
question and give the right answer do the following:

• Breathe slower (Benefit: Relaxes body and mind).

• Look directly at the questioner. (Benefit: Increases
comprehension.)

• Ask questions (Benefit: increases clarity and shows you
are listening).

2. Pause to Organize

It is okay to pause. Pause to gather your thoughts. When
you pause you look and sound poised and in control.
Remember, there is power in silence.

3. Repeat the Question

This has several benefits:

* Buys you time to think.

* Communicates a complete piece of information.

* Allows you to take control of the question by rephrasing
the question to a more positive light if needed.

* Enables everyone, if in a public setting, to hear the
question.

4. Focus on One Main Point and Support It

The number one reason why we sometimes freeze up when
asked to think on our feet is because we have so many ideas
running around in our minds. We don’t know which idea to
mention.

Here’s the solution: Go with the first idea that comes to mind
and say it. By sticking with that one point you can focus on
two or three supporting points. You sound more direct and
confident when giving your answer.

5. Summarize and Stop (SAS)

End your answer with some SAS (Summarize and Stop). Give
your answer, summarize, and stop. Don’t apologize and
don’t ramble on beyond the finish. Try this trick: repeat the
essence of the question. For example, you may be asked,
“Why did you stop the project?” In your summary you
might say, “And that’s why we decided to start another
project.” Then stop.

Give your answer, let them know the end is near by saying:

“In summary…”

“In conclusion…”

Then simply stop. Remember SAS.

Apply these techniques so that you can become a master at
“thinking on your feet” and give great answers. You can
practice these skills by joining Toastmasters. In their
meetings they have an exercise called “table topics,” in
which you can practice this skill in a supportive
environment.

Ed Sykes is a professional speaker, author, and success
coach in the areas of leadership, motivation, stress
management, customer service, and team building. You can
e-mail him at mailto:esykes@thesykesgrp.com, or call him at
(757) 427-7032. Go to his web site,
http://www.thesykesgrp.com, and signup for the newsletter,
OnPoint, and receive the free ebook, “Empowerment and
Stress Secrets for the Busy Professional.”

How did you learn the alphabet? You sang it. How much longer would it have taken if you had had to learn it some other way?

Songs get information into our minds faster and more permanently than any other communication. Lovers speak fondly of “our song” because it instantly calls up happy memories. McDonalds’ s “Da da da DA DAHH” is so entrenched that the second part no longer needs to be sung — our minds instantly supply “..I’m lovin’ it!” This is powerful stuff.

A person can be hot in the middle of a conversation. A jingle comes on a radio playing in the background and goes into our heads even though we’re paying no attention to it. Could any advertiser ask for more?

There are two caveats: a jingle must be as good as a hit song, and its ‘hook’ line must put a specific, relevant idea into listeners’ minds. Here are some great hooks:

“I scream, you scream, for Kline’s Ice Cream!” “Red Lobster for the Seafood Lover in You!” “We’ll be good to your car, so your car will be good to you, Jiffy Lube!” “Your Steven Kia Dealer’s got great Kia deals for you!”

Each one says exactly what the business does except the first, which ties the generations-old “I scream…” with the business. Kline’s means ice cream!

Unfortunately, no license is required to write or produce a jingle, and there are far more awful jingles out there than good ones. Here’s how to make certain you get a good one:

When you hear a really great jingle, make a note of the business it was produced for, and find out who did it for them. Before talking with a jingle house, be sure you know what your company’s Unique Selling Proposition, or USP, is. Your USP is that reason which gets people to buy from you rather than your competition. A USP is not a friendly staff, competitive prices, beautiful store, or number of years in business. Unique Selling Propositions are things such as money-back-plus-10-percent guarantees, 30-day free trials (if such a thing is rare in your industry), no-money-changes-hands-until-you’re-completely-satisfied, more color choices than any other store within 100 miles. In other words, a USP is a specific, instantly graspable, desirable advantage. Your USP can even be something common to every business in your industry except that no one is saying it. Claude Hopkins, the Father of American Advertising, once toured a new client’s facility, a brewery, and found that the bottles were pressure steam-washed three times during the bottling process. At the time, hygiene was a huge issue because we had not conquered the big killer infectious diseases. So Hopkins touted this steam-washing in the company’s ads. Their market share went through the roof.

But every brewer did that, steam-washed their bottles. It was simply that no one had said it in their ads. And now that Hopkins’ client was saying it, his competitors couldn’t, because they’d look like they were being forced into it in order to compete, the implication being that they weren’t doing it before.

You can find something about your industry that’s true of you and your competitors but none of you is saying. Get the jingle house to put it in a song, and you’ve just taken the lead.

A good jingle house wants your USP, they want to know your style, how you see your company through your eyes, how your customers see it through their eyes.

Don’t fool with a jingle company that presses you to accept an idea. If you aren’t deliriously happy with something they bring you, don’t accept it and don’t give them a penny. You can expect to be asked for fifty percent up front, but do it only with the written understanding that you do not pay the balance until you have exactly what you feel in your gut is going to work for you, and that if for some unlikely reason you reach an impasse with the jingle house, the deposit is refunded with absolutely no deductions. Good jingle houses have no problem with these propositions and will probably suggest them.

When you get something you like, play it for everyone. Email it to people outside your industry. Don’t count all that much on what people in your business say; people ‘in the biz’ aren’t as capable of objectivity as those on the outside.

Expect to pay three to five thousand dollars for a jingle. National companies pay a multiple of that. If you think 3 to 5K is a lot, consider that good jingles were three thousand in the 1970’s, which in today’s dollars would be about ten thousand. They aren’t because today’s technology allows talented composer / producers to create every musical component (every instrument) using digital samplers, and a roomful of musicians no longer has to be hired. It’s not good news for musicians, but the technology exists and unless a client has a very big budget, jingle houses cannot afford to use live musicians and stay in business.

You will get 10 - 15 versions of the jingle, in thirty- and sixty-second formats.
There will be ‘full sing,’ which is the song itself sung all the way through. There will be ‘donuts,’ so called because they are timed gaps in the singing to allow for voiceover copy of varying lengths (very useful), to fully instrumental.

You should use the full sing version of your jingle for at least the first month (or longer) it airs before going to the donuts.

A truly good jingle will be usable for ten years or more. If it’s really good, no one will get tired of it. Every time it airs, someone who has never heard it before will hear it for the first time. Your USP, your message, your identity, will be reinforced in a unique and powerful way that will make people feel good and want to do business with you.

Never get a cheap jingle. It will not do the job for you, period. There are companies who will plug your name into a pre-made jingle, but using music, lyrics, and style that can’t be custom-fitted to your business is entirely counterproductive. Some companies partner with radio or television stations and offer “free” jingles to businesses who commit to schedules on these outlets. I have never heard one of these jingles that has a good hook, either in word or melody; most have one or two singers; often the same singer will do multiple jingles in the same market.

You’ll know you have the right one when you can’t wait to get it on the air. It’s not hard to get a jingle you’ll love and that will boost your visibility and increase traffic. Never settle for anything less than what makes you smile and gets your blood pumping.

Michael K. Holmes will get your business a jingle that cements your name into listeners’ minds and makes them happy to do business with you. Hear jingles of this caliber at http://www.commercialmagic.com.

You want the wedding of your dreams, but the road to it seems to be a nightmare. The quadrillions of details, battling bridesmaids, mother-in-law madness… It can lead to sleepless nights, cranky days, and lots of frayed nerves.

An anxious day or two probably won’t do you in, but prolonged stress can cause real problems. It creates mental tension that can quickly rise to a boil (Bridezilla, anyone?) Stress wreaks havoc on our bodies, lowering our ability to fight illness (and causing wedding-day breakouts and honeymoon colds.) Lingering anxiety can make sleep difficult, which leads to more stress, creating an endless vicious cycle.

Of course, when planning a wedding it’s impossible to completely avoid stress, but there are ways to minimize it and keep it under control. Relaxation is crucial to being able to maintain your peace of mind. Imagine a rubber band: it can be pulled, then return to a relaxed shape, then be pulled again, no problem. Now imagine pulling it, holding on to that tension, then pulling it some more. Eventually it will snap. A person who is relaxed is better equipped to deal with the inevitable pressure, and like the rubber band bounce back quickly.

Take Time for Bliss

The number one mistake women (and men) make in preparing for their wedding is going non-stop. But the truth is, to function well we need downtime. And not just five hours of fitful sleep at night. We also need a break during the day to clear the fog from our brains. If only you could take a vacation… But wait - you can!

Don’t wait for your honeymoon; take a Bliss Trip, a mini-vacation for your mind. Find a quiet place to sit or lie down, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Then imagine yourself in a wonderful luxury retreat, created just for you. Perhaps a sandy beach on a tropical isle (think of the warmth of the sun and the musical crash of the waves.) Or maybe a cozy cabin tucked in the snow is more your style (with a crackling fire and a downy comforter.) Simply imagine yourself experiencing something delightful, something relaxing. A 15-minutes Bliss Trip each day provides many of the same benefits as a real holiday - and you don’t even have to pack!

Be Picture Perfect

Does the idea of standing in front of a crowd of people, even adoring loved-ones, send you into a tizzy? A little mental rehearsal will calm you right down. Simply imagine yourself behaving just as you want, with the situation turning out perfectly. See yourself walking gracefully down the aisle, saying your vows with confidence, feeling calm and having a radiant smile.

Athletes have been using this trick for years. They know that by picturing a certain outcome, say the ball going through the hoop, they are much more likely to achieve exactly what they want. Mentally practice those things you think might be uncomfortable. Imagine them being easy and turning out well and they’ll probably exceed your expectations.

Set the Mood for Love

Some brides and grooms focus so intensely on the details that it’s hard to let go and enjoy themselves. Don’t find yourself fretting about the buffet in the middle of the “I do’s.” Make sure you think about how you want to experience your special day. Close your eyes and spend time reflecting on how you want to feel. Imagine yourself relaxed and full of joy. Focus on that special connection you have with your fiancé. Imagine the support of your family and friends. It’s a lovely way to remind yourself to enjoy the dream that you are turning into reality.

Q&A

Q. How can I fit a Bliss Trip into my workday?

A. All you need is a place where you can comfortably close your eyes. Bliss on the bus, or sit it in your parked car for a few minutes and picture your imaginary retreat (a sure-fire cure for road rage). Take advantage of a nearby park, or use headphones at your computer to play quiet music. Heck, even the office bathroom works in a pinch.

Q. What if I can’t “see” my wedding? I’ve tried visualization in the past, and it just doesn’t work for me.

A. Remember when you got engaged? Close your eyes and think back on it for a moment. No matter who you are, something will come to mind. Everyone has the ability to create a story in their imagination. Some people do see things almost as if it were a movie, but others may instead get fleeting images, or a feeling, perhaps a song, or flashes of memory. Don’t worry about “seeing;” focus on “experiencing.”

Q. My mind keeps running from my mini-vacation back to my to-do list. What can I do to stay focused on relaxation?

A. Let someone else do the driving! You can use a pre-recorded Bliss Trip CD which leads you through relaxing and fun experiences (like swimming with dolphins, or flying through the clouds). Or take turns with your fiancé playing a tour guide of the imagination and lead each other to distant locals (”Imagine we are floating together in a gondola over the canals of Venice. The sun is shining and there is a light breeze…”) It’s a fun way to share a little time together, and you might get some great ideas for your honeymoon.

Q: There’s just so much to do and so many details. Is there anything I can do when I feel overwhelmed?

A. Yes. Breathe. It sounds simple, but most of us do a poor job of it. Close your eyes and take a full breath down deep in your belly. Let it out and pause for a moment, still sitting with your eyes closed. Take another deep breath, and just notice how your body begins to relax. Take as long as you like, and when your composure is regained open your eyes a face the task-at-hand with a greater sense of calm.

Bliss Trips are the creation of Kerstin Sjoquist, who combines her background as a Juilliard-trained actor and Certified Hypnotherapist to produce inner journeys that relax and transform. “In leading my workshops it became clear to me that most of us are in desperate need of a break. Even a brief bit of downtime can do wonders, so I created Bliss Trips to be a fun and inspirational way to give yourself some peace. The CDs are fabulous, because they do all the work for you, but sometimes you just need a bit of inspiration in the moment, and that’s why I created a Bliss-Trip a-Day. You can Bliss in the shower, Bliss on the bus… if you can close your eyes you can Bliss!”

To view today’s Bliss Trip, see samples of previous meditations, copy the free syndication code, or sign up for the email service go to: http://www.blisstrips.com

“Through perseverance many people win success out of what seemed destined to be certain failure.”
- Benjamin Disraeli (1804 - 1881) - British Statesman, Prime Minister

Let’s face it: life is tough. And guess what? It will only get tougher. So much for the facts. The question remains: will you rise to the occasion and meet the day-to-day challenges, head on, undaunted and without complaint? In essence, will you persevere? This is a question asked by Kirk Charles, America’s top motivational writer and speaker.

In the journey of life, perseverance is a virtue we all need to achieve greatness. One person that is often quoted for his perseverance is Abraham Lincoln. This is what Chief Bola Ige, Nigeria late Minister of Justice said of the two-time American President in his book Golden Quotes: ‘I admire him greatly for his persistence and never-say-die spirit. He experiences personal tragedy and career failure on a scale that few men ever experience. But defeat was obviously not a word that was not in his dictionary. He always persisted and throughout conducted himself with dignity and high moral standards. He ended up being one of the greatest American Presidents of all time.’

According to founder, Publisher, Writer, B. C. Forbes (1880 - 1854), ‘History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed. They won because they refused to become discouraged by their defeats.’

John Quincy Adams (1767 - 1848), sixth President of the USA) said, ‘Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.’

The Swedish lawn tennis legend, Bjorn Borg, 2-time Player of the Year (1979 - 80), who won five straight Wimbledons (1976 - 80) and retired in 1983 at age 26 once said, ‘My greatest point is my persistence. I never give up in a match. However down I am, I fight until the last ball. My list of matches shows that I have turned great many so-called irretrievable defeats into victories.’

In my earthly journey, I’ve encountered tough times. It actually got to the point where I wanted to quite, cry, give up, raise the while flag of surrender and admit I couldn’t do it and had no heart. I reached an emotional low, the depth of which I didn’t think existed. Persevere? I didn’t have time for abstract concepts.

If you’ve been in this mental and spiritual disposition, I don’t envy you. However, I do have excellent news. There are corrective measures one can take to get back on the right track; corrective measures, which will assure that you, will persevere.

Top American Writer and Motivational Speaker, Kirk Charles, proposed a four-course line of action. The first is that, ‘you must immediately change your disposition. When you are in an unfavourable position, when you’re at the bottom, you’re also more powerful. Consider a wounded dog. When he’s hurt, he’s much more dangerous. If you dare touch him, you may have to pay a hefty price. When you’re wounded, the potency you possess must transform into a positive, internal energy flow. It should not be one that is threatening, but one that is electrifying and activating. Don’t fret and languish when times are tough; and especially don’t complain. You are in a powerful position because you probably do not have anything to lose. Take advantage of it and you will persevere.’

The second thing Kirk proposed is to take inventory of your assets. When you do this, it may surprise you how much you really have and how well you’ve done. This process will increase your morale. Get a pen and piece of paper and list all the positives you have in your life. Are you healthy? Do you have a family? Do you have skills? Whether you believe it or not, you possess something of vale. Years ago, I didn’t know I possessed writing skills. When I discovered it, I began to develop it. Consequently, I’ve been published. There is some dormant skill in you, waiting to be activated. Use those coattails to ride out of the current situation you’re in. When you decide to seek, find and develop whatever skill your Creator has endowed within you, you will persevere.

Third. You must understand cycles. During prosperous times, you must realise that tough times are going to come. Why? Because that’s life. Life, like the seasons, is cyclical. Every year, you can make a sure fire bet there will be a winter. You don’t know how severe it will be, but you do know that it will come.

But, winter doesn’t last forever. Spring, the season of new beginnings, follows winter, the season of despair. Spring is your opportunity to plant the seeds of success so, when winter comes around, you will be prepared for it. When opportunity knocks on your door, be prepared to embrace it and you will persevere.

The final according to Kirk is that you must pay your dues. Life is like going to the movies. You have to pay a price to enjoy the show. Inherent in paying the price is labour, struggle, uncertainty and risk. These components are the foundation of any worthwhile and rewarding endeavour. If you pay your dues, willingly, it will produce mental toughness, giving rise to strength and ardour, with which you will persevere.

You have to be persevering in other to achieve greatness in life. You must not attempt to run more than your legs. In all of life, there are sequential stages of growth and development. A child learns to turn over, to sit up, crawl and then to walk and run. Each step is important and each one takes time. I have a strong belief that if you can persevere, you will eventually get to your destination.

Dayo Olomu is a UK-based Motivational Speaker, Writer, Business/Life Coach, Trainer, Media Entrepreneur and Competent Toastmaster. His core belief is that we are all endowed with seeds of greatness, and his mission is to help individuals and organisations achieve their full potentials. He is the author of best selling “4 Indispensable Strategies for Success” and the President of Croydon Communicators Toastmasters. Get his FREE monthly Rise to the Top ezine by sending a blank email to subscribe@dayoolomu.com or visit his website at: www.dayoolomu.com

A well-balanced breakfast consisting of protein, complex carbohydrates and a little fat is vital. Studies show that people who eat breakfast have a higher level of energy and avoid the “crash” or feeling of sluggishness that is common for those who skip breakfast and eat a huge lunch.

Slow burning carbohydrates such as oatmeal and whole grain cereals (not corn flakes or processed cereals) are excellent choices for breakfast. Oats are filling and are “slow burning,” which means that they are broken down, and converted to blood sugar slowly through the morning and will give you sustained energy. Add a piece of fruit, a scoop of protein powder and some non-fat milk and you have a terrific breakfast. If you have a little bit more time, you could scramble a few egg whites or egg substitute.

Remember, if you don’t feed yourself a small wholesome meal in the morning, your body will draw on your muscle tissue as a source of energy, putting you in an energy slump and in muscle deficit. This means your body will eat your muscle to fuel your activities and your body fat will grow.

If you need to lose a lot of fat, the best time of day to eat your biggest meal is breakfast. Studies show that most of the calories eaten in the morning are burned right away rather than being stored as fat. There is truth to the old saying:

“Eat breakfast like a King, lunch like a Prince and dinner like a Pauper.”

Taper your meals, making breakfast the biggest meal and dinner the smallest

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You’ve got the perfect outfit, the perfect haircut and the perfect restaurant for your date. But that doesn’t mean the evening will go perfectly. To make sure everything stays “just right,” avoid these common dating blunders:

BEING LATE
Making your date wait for you, especially if it’s longer than 20 minutes, is tacky, inconsiderate, and rude. It’s the best way to make sure the evening starts off on the wrong foot.

BEING RUDE TO SERVERS
Sure, you know not to be rude to your date. But the same principle of politeness goes toward your restaurant servers and ticket sellers. Treat everyone you encounter with civility and respect.

TELLING ALL
An elegant dinner and romantic evening with your date is not the ideal time to confess your secrets about past transgressions, former relationships, or your emotional insecurities. Keep your skeletons in the closet until a more appropriate time.

TALKING TOO MUCH
Even if you’re the most interesting person in the world, chances are your date would like to share some information about them, too. Make sure you balance talking and listening.

MENTIONING THE “FUTURE”
Take things too fast and your date is likely to get cold feet. Don’t assume you have a future together until your partner starts mentioning it.

There are too many scam mail order bride services. You can meet foreign women through streamate live web cams and we teach you a safe and fun way to do so.

Some questions keep bugging me.

For example, when I was five years old in 1937, what caused the blimp Hindenburg to explode terrifying that radio announcer at Amherst, New Jersey?

(See the video at: http://www.vidicom-tv.com/tohiburg.htm)

And when my dad was twelve years old in 1912, why didn’t the Titanic hit the iceberg head-on and save the ship?

(Go to: http://octopus.gma.org/space1/titanic.html to learn in short-form the details of the Titanic.)

My main question is: When our firstborn son was 12 years old in 1969, where did the Man on No Name Moon hide during our lunar explorations starting July 20, 1969?

(Go to: http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/pao/History/ap11ann/introduction.htm to read about the 30th Anniversary of the first landing.)

I heard a shuffling behind my chair. A girl’s voice said, “They were stupid to use hydrogen.”

It was Xrytspet again. I said, “Scram, Xrytspet!”

“Well, they were. They should have used helium.”

I said, “Xrytspet, they would have used helium if they had helium. I’ve figured that they made it 99.99988789% of the way across the Atlantic. Round that off and they made it!”

“Tell that to the charred ashes of those who were in the 0.00012%.”

I try not to laugh when Xrytspet is serious.

I said, “What caused the explosion; any analysis report from Fanton in G10009845788899990766?”

She flashed her lovely yellow eyes and said, “On the Net?”

“I’m always on the Internet when I’m writing. You know that, Xrytspet.”

“Let me get up to that keyboard.”

She pushed me aside and I plopped down into a pile of papers. She ignored my plight and typed a zillion miles an hour.

I tried to catch the code, but I’m not a super speed camera.

The screen went blank and the printer sent out a single sheet of paper. Before I could grab it, she hid it behind her back.

She said, “It was a spark!”

I said, “Give me that you little liar!”

She laughed and handed it to me. It read: xpffpt swrivtllssswaa flgzzzrffphll English translation for Taylor Jones, the hack writer, “It was a spark!” signed Silzrack.

I said, “What about the man on No Name Moon?”

Xrytspet said, “What about the Titanic?”

I said, “I know about the Titanic. If the captain had known that it would be disastrous to skim past that iceberg rather than hitting it head-on, that is exactly what he would have done.”

“He should have slowed when he got the iceberg reports.”

“We all know that, Xrytspet. The man on No Name Moon?”

She said, “There is no man on No Name Moon. You are just a child!”

At least she didn’t call me an idiot like she usually did.

I said, “My mother showed me the man on No Name Moon. Are you calling my mother a liar?”

Xrytspet said, “Let’s hop into the FnL7 Time Craft.”

That’s when it dawned on me that Silzrack had signed the communication from Fanton in G10009845788899990766.

The speed of light was nothing to these Fantonians.

Xrytspet said, “It is surprising to an earthbound idiot.”

I said, “You don’t have to read my mind and you don’t have to call me an idiot.”

She said, “Oh! Was that you I was talking about?”

The FnL7 Time Craft didn’t puff the dust of No Name Moon but my feet did.

For some reason I could not feel the heat and I could breath. I said, “Any reason why I’m not dead?”

She said, “Tee Hee!”

I said, “Are you going to answer my question?”

“When you get into the FnL7 Time Craft you are turned into a robot. Robots don’t feel heat or cold.”

“Last time you told me you were frozen when you traveled in space. So, where am I then, if I’m not here?”

“Back on Earth writing that stupid article. See, there is nobody here on No Name Moon but us chickens!”

Copyright©John T. Jones, Ph.D. 2005

John T. Jones, Ph.D. (tjbooks@hotmail.com)is a retired R&D engineer and VP of a Fortune 500 company. He is author of detective & western novels, nonfiction (business, scientific, engineering), poetry, etc. Former editor of international trade magazine. Jones is Executive Representative of International Wealth Success.

More info: http://www.tjbooks.com

Business web site: http://www.bookfindhelp.com (IWS wealth-success books and kits and business newsletters / TopFlight flagpoles)

In today’s market the large institutions are buying shares by the millions. This is a huge demand on the stock and when demand is high the share price rises. So I make sure that the stock is being bought by institutions. This appears as high volume. Since the institutional buyer doesn’t want to buy all these shares at once and drive the price too high in one day, they will normally purchase shares over time, sometimes a week or a month or even several months. There are so many institutional buyers that while they are buying the volume will increase dramatically over time.

This volume can be seen on charts easily. I watch for a rise in price on increased volume over at least four days in a row. I sometimes use three days, but that is much riskier. On a chart you will see the rise in stock price and the increased volume for only three to seven days. Then the stock may back off a bit or flatten out for anywhere from a few days to a year or more. This flattening is called a base if the share price remains in a tight trading range. This seems to give the share price energy. If the company continues to perform well there will be a breakout on the price of the stock and it could shoot up dramatically in a short period of time. A breakout is when the high point to the left of a base is reached again and on large volume rises above the previous high. This is a perfect buy point.

Try not to buy the stock after it extends to far above this buy point. You will usually only have a day or two to buy the stock at the perfect buy point. If it extends too high there is a chance the breakout will fail and the price of the stock could easily fall back to or below the base, so be careful. A very strong stock will rise, flatten for a short time of anywhere from 3 days to 3 weeks and then breakout and shoot up again. This will happen several times so there are what looks to be tiers to the chart.

These are all breakouts with different buy points. The more breakouts there are the more risky the purchase if you purchase after the 3rd breakout. The institutions may start taking profits in larger groups now and the price will start to fall or flatten into another base. The length of time of the base varies so a strong company share price may move up quickly like the example I give above or the base may last for a period of months or years and be harder to spot. Look at different time periods of the charts so you have a clear overall picture of where the technical clues stand out. Of course any stock may shoot up like a rocket and seem to go forever, but what goes up must come down and a stock that rises like a rocket usually falls like one too. The hard part is guessing when this fall will happen. As you can probably tell, I don’t like to guess where money is concerned.

When you have a profit of 20% in a stock make sure you never hold the stock until the profit is erased. Sell before that happens. I will sell a stock when the price backs off on higher volume for three to five days. But if the stock loses 5% to 8% immediately after I bought it, I will sell as soon as I can. If you have that 20% profit though, wait for the higher volume sell signal. Sometimes the institutional traders will try to shake loose the weak, timid and scared shareholders from their shares and then drive the price higher again. This is called a shakeout. This will only happen on low volume so watch for the falling share price on higher volume. This is a true sell signal.

The higher your percentage gain the more room you have to maneuver as far as selling or holding the stock is concerned. If the sell signal doesn’t come you can let it ride but watch carefully in the later breakouts. After three or more breakouts the steam may be gone. You may wish to recoup your original investment by selling some of your shares and letting the rest pick up any more gains or hold for a long term investment. Or you could sell enough to have a decent profit and let a smaller percentage ride. Watch for the sell signals and let the rules guide you. If you sell all your shares for a 20% or more gain, don’t worry. Nobody gets broke taking a profit. Five of these trades a year and you have doubled your money.

With three startup businesses before he was 21 years old, Matt Fox has the experience to help you create your own businesses for your future. He is a professional investor of his money. See his blog at http://www.bizmaker.blogspot.com