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A Freedom Message I Learned From My Daughter’s Barbie Doll

Happy 4th of July to all of my EMsisters! What a wonderful day to celebrate freedom, not only in our nation, but for many, today is a great day to step into freedom from chains that bind our hearts, minds, bodies, and spirits. I was so thrilled to receive a precious letter from a young lady who’s life has been dramatically changed since joining EMwomen. For years, she had spent her life trapped in bondage to depression and abusive relationships, slowly losing her joy, peace, and identity. This… Continue

Added by Staci Wallace on July 4, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Is Your Mom an Email Addict? 7 Steps to Avoid Email Overwhelm

There is no doubt that in the current information error where information is becoming online, you and I are receiving a high number of emails on a daily basis. It is due to this fact that we are continually getting overwhelmed by these emails thus calling for a need to device on a strategy so as to manage this situation. The seven proven methods of handling emails so as not to feel troubled by the current technology of using e-mails are outlined below:  Receiving emails does not mean you have t… Continue

Added by Lucinda on July 2, 2009 at 6:30am — No Comments

Time Management for Busy Business Moms

Most business moms run out of time and they always wish they could get more time in a day which is impossible. However, a busy mother can learn some ways of creating time for the things that need to be done. Briefly, the steps that one can take include: 1. Set the priorities. It is advisable that at the start of the day, begin by listing all that need to be done in the order of priorities. You need strategize what to do the following day before going to bed; orally or written though the later is… Continue

Added by Lucinda on July 1, 2009 at 6:43am — No Comments

Nothing is by chance, everything happens for a reason....

Well today is my last day working as an Intern at the office at EMwomen. I have had such an amazing time here and I have met a lot of incredible people. I really wanted to write about something amazing that happened to me the other day.... For the past few weeks I have been trying to figure out where in the world I was going to work after my internship. A few of my friends had been having a hard time finding jobs with the way the economy is. I had decided to move back home until December which… Continue

Added by Megan Markham on June 26, 2009 at 10:50am — 5 Comments

10 Preparations to Self-improvement

Be all you can be, but it's not always in the Army. I often see myself as somewhat contented with my life the way things are, but of course it's hard to think of anything else when where are real issues to be discussed. Still I aspire for something deeper and more meaningful. So we're all pelted with problems. Honestly it shouldn't even bother or even hinder us to becoming all we ought to be. Aspirations as kids should continue to live within us, even though it would be short-lived or as long… Continue

Added by LaTease Rikard on June 24, 2009 at 5:38pm — No Comments

EMpact Leadership Summit Day 8

Day 8 June 23 Tuesday was the final day of the EMpact Leadership Summit. The girls started the morning off with breakfast. After breakfast, they headed outside for some archery lessons. 4H’s staff taught everyone the parts of a bow, how to load arrows, proper stance, and how to shoot the arrows. After a few practice rounds, everyone was divided into three groups for some friendly archery competition. When the game was over the stakes were raised. Balloons and stars were then placed on the targe… Continue

Added by Megan Markham on June 24, 2009 at 4:10pm — No Comments

EMpact Leadership Summit Day 7

Day 7 June 22 Monday was the moment of truth for many of the girls at the summit. After a great breakfast at the 4H Resort, the girls started off on what was called the low ropes course. The low ropes course involved skills such as teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Some of the games that were involved but not limited to were: games of trust where each girl had to trust and have confidence in each of the other girls. One of the games was a rope game in which everyone leaned back holdin… Continue

Added by Megan Markham on June 24, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

EMpact Leadership Summit Day 6

Day 6 June 21st Today is Father’s Day. We hope and pray that everyone enjoyed their time with their families today. Today was mostly a day of rest and a family day. We met up with the girls at 6:00 to head to 4H. After we arrived at the camp and everyone got settled in their rooms Pam Wiles was able to speak to the girls about how to fill out a work application and create a resume. We didn’t have a full schedule today, but we thoroughly enjoyed being with these wonderful ladies. We would like… Continue

Added by Heather Rogers on June 24, 2009 at 3:21pm — No Comments

EMpact Leadership Summit Day 5

Saturday, June 20 Today started off as a very early morning to most of the girls. The girls had a night full of fun and excitement at Embassy Suites. Today was our EMfitness day. We all walked a 5K. To some of the girls this seemed to be an impossible challenge. When we told them what we were about to do, they thought to themselves there is absolutely no way I am going to be able to do that. Each girl walked and jogged at their own pace to stay in their "EMzone". But everyone finished their rac… Continue

Added by Heather Rogers on June 24, 2009 at 3:06pm — No Comments

Summer (Business) Reading Selections

As I began packing my suitcase for summer vacation, I realized it was time to pick out my summer reading. This is usually a big decision for me, as I am sure it is for many of you too. So I thought I would share a few great books (or magazines) to take along on vacations…to help your business. Here are a few recommendations: • Marketing to Women:… Continue

Added by Kaira Sturdivant Rouda on June 23, 2009 at 2:01pm — 1 Comment

"Life With Woody" 10 inspirational quotes than can improve yourself

It might take a little coffee or probably a few rounds of beer or any other booze you could get your hands on when it comes to relaxing after a hard day's work. Well, yeah I'm guilty about that one as well, unless I'm caught dead wearing a lampshade over my head after a few rounds of vodka… half-naked! Okay, bad example and I apologize to everyone reading this after getting nightmares about me in that state of drunken stupor. Just don't ask how it happened, please. But what's really interestin… Continue

Added by LaTease Rikard on June 22, 2009 at 7:13am — No Comments

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Added by Karen Gilmore on June 20, 2009 at 5:11am — No Comments

DAY 2 EMPACT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT!

Hello! My name is Heather Rogers, and I am a Co-Captain for the Blue Team. Wow -- what an amazing day we had! Today marks the 2nd day of the EMpact Leadership Summit, and we started our day with a bang! The girls showed up 30 minutes early just to decorate our van for the 1st "outing". We headed off, first thing this morning, to the Boys and Girls Club to do A.R.K. which stands for Acts of Random Kindness. The Boys and Girls Club needed some of their bleachers painted, so our girls were there t… Continue

Added by Heather Rogers on June 18, 2009 at 1:30am — No Comments

Be Still

On my way from work tonight after reviewing my number to meet goal at work for my monthly bonus I said to God you see this right? You know how much I need to make bonus this month? You know I cant work over time on my days off, I do too much. Oh and what about my mission trip and book sales do I still need to just be still and do nothing? Nothing huh? You will truly have to help me because people making their payments so I can make goal is out of my control, I've sent the letters out via emai… Continue

Added by Samone on June 14, 2009 at 9:25pm — No Comments

lonesome

how can people be so mean to display pic of your mother that has just resently died...you ask for them to be removed but instead they block you from talking to them how is this being christ like to hurt someone like that????? Continue

Added by cheryl kuykendall on June 14, 2009 at 1:02pm — No Comments

Women's personal empowerment: How will you get there?

I experienced a phenomenal series of sessions with Peter Daniels - self made millionaire by way of our Church event. His view on setting goals was an eye opener. Many of us want so much out of life, we have these astronomical figures in our head of how much money we would like to have, businesses and places we'd like to go. Do we really know what we want? Are we really taking the steps to get there? One of the questions he asked of ones who said they wanted trillions $*$* - from a 1 - 10 wher… Continue

Added by Robin Tramble on June 13, 2009 at 10:44pm — No Comments

FOOD FOR THOUGHT!!!!

A few years ago a group of salesmen went to a regional sales convention in Chicago. They had assured their wives that they would be home in plenty of time for Friday night's dinner. In their rush, with tickets and briefcases, one of these salesmen inadvertently kicked over a table which held a display of apples. Apples flew everywhere. Without stopping or even looking back, they managed to reach the plane in time for their nearly missed boarding. ALL BUT ONE !!! He paused, took a… Continue

Added by Jo Silvey on June 4, 2009 at 1:31am — No Comments

Such an exciting Sunday

yesterday was such an exciting Sunday. Gods spirit was all over the church and the message was awesome. i left feeling refreshed and excited. Last night was just a continuation of the morning service. I have a prayer shawl ministry that God laid on my heart in March at the womens retreat that I attended and I am also feeling led to work with abused women and let them know that they can get away and make a life. I did. I am just dont know how to get started. Any advice would be appreciated but re… Continue

Added by Brenda Medford on June 1, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

Balance Your Life, Not Your Checkbook!

I heard someone ask the question, "Are you spending more time balancing your checkbook, than you are balancing your life?" It made me think. During these tough economic times we now live, people are running scared. They are pre-occupied with job security, having enough money to pay the mortgage, medical and credit card bills...and rightfully so. With all the bad news coming from the media and our government, it is enough to send us all into a frightened panic. That is if you have chosen to part… Continue

Added by Angela Carr Patterson on June 1, 2009 at 9:10am — No Comments

25 POUNDS IN 5 WEEKS AND STILL MELTING!!!!!!!

Hello to all my Emwomen sisters. Reporting in and keeping you informed of the progress I am making. Last week was 5 weeks into MY "Embrace Change" Emwomen program, and I have shed 25 POUNDS!!!!!!! I am amazed at the progress and how good I am feeling. I not only feel good physically, but mentally as well. I am finding out so much about myself along this journey. Some things I am working on changing because they aren't the best for me. Others, are good things about me I am learning… Continue

Added by Kathie Graves on May 27, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments