Brummet's Conscious Blog

Just a quick note here to let you know I'm taking the next 2 days off from hosting the blog... I'll be back on Tuesday, Dec.  3rd with fresh, inspiring, inspirational, positive, conscious and green living topics :) In the meantime, please do feel free to browse archives on this blog, and visit our website: Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, their radio program, blog, and more at: http://brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, clicking those social networking buttons, or visiting the Brummet's Store - and help raise funds for charity as well!

-- World of Writing -- Joining us today for our next installment of World of Writing interviews is Jeff Rasley - ( http://JeffreyRasley.com ) -author of several books (including Monsters of the Doorway, Light in the Mountains, a thriller titled False Prophet, Islands in My Dreams, and Bringing Progress to Paradise ). Jeff practiced law in the Indianapolis (US) region for 30 years and is currently the partner of Knowledge Capture Publishing and Editing as well as the president of the Basa Village Foundation (  http://basavillagefoundationusa.org ) . Amazingly he is also able to act as a liaison for Adventure Geo-Treks LTD , while teaching students. He is most passionate about combining adventure travel with philanthropy, and creating better communities.  Check out the archived audio of the 2012 interview we did with Jeff on our radio show:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2012/08/30/basa-village-project Q: Who inspired you to...

-- Quote of the Day --  "A positive attitude may not solve every problem  but it makes solving any problem a more pleasant experience.” ~ Grant Fairley   Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, their radio program, blog, and more at: http://brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, clicking those social networking buttons, or visiting the Brummet's Store - and help raise funds for charity as well!

-- Quote of the Day --  "In childhood, we press our nose to the pane, looking out.  In memories of childhood, we press our nose to the pane, looking in."  ~Robert Brault -- Poetry --    Yep - time for poetry. As my blog readers are likely aware, I like to share poetry occasionally here... and it is time for another installment :)  ON LIFE Dream for the sky, The true blue high... Looking down,  You will ever ask why The world is, as it is. See the people, the little people, Hiding behind a false steeple, Pretending to be what they are not. I hear people speak  Of the world they seek, Found only in books they themselves wrote. There is no hero. No one to wipe your sorry ass. Turning our backs on our past, We do over what was done before. While or people sit and speak, Of the happiness we all seak And upon finding Turn and spit. In greed, we strike, and strike agai...

-- Quote of the Day --  “Real integrity is doing the right thing,  knowing that nobody’s going to know  whether you did it or not.” ~ Oprah  -- How to keep writing -- * Today's article was written by: Donald Finch - LifeOfWriters is a reputed website helping writers in their journey to become successful writers. They provide the best writing forums for people who love to write , and help them with valuable tips on how to keep writing through effective discussions with fellow writers.   Writing is a highly creative task that demands consistency and perseverance. Writers need to keep up their enthusiasm and love for writing under all circumstances. Mostly, they need to adjust to their moods in order to prevent any kind of obstacles in their writing. There are various things that can prevent writers from losing focus on their work. Here are some helpful tips on how to keep writing, under all ...

-- Quote of the Day --  "A good question is never answered. It is not a bolt to be tightened into place but a seed to be planted and to bear more seed toward the hope of greening the landscape of idea."  ~John Ciardi  -- Flowers - as Food, Part 2 --  * Today's article was a bit large, so I split it in 2 parts, the 1st half was  published on the 23rd of this month... and was written by: Crazyflorist is an online florist in Delhi which provide fresh flowers with wide range of variety. They also offer a an online flower portal to send flowers online anywhere in Delhi, India. Many fine dining restaurants make the use of flowers to enhance the flavors and textures of the food they offer. Flowers can be added to main dishes, desserts or salads for an exciting twist or can be used as a garnish. There are many beverages which infused with flowers. Flowers can also be used for making s...

 * Today's article was written by Andrea Avery... One of the best things that any person can do for others is to volunteer in a hospital. Doing so not only brings about tangible results, but also provides a great many intangible benefits as well. By helping to improve the lives of others, you'll enjoy a heightened sense of self-worth. You'll swell with pride and also enjoy a feeling of accomplishment. Even little things will make a tremendous difference in the lives of patients and staff members. Various Available Positions Hospital volunteers may perform some clerical duties or help with data entry or customer service. Most of the time, however, they help patients and their families in several ways. Some people help support those who are ill by visiting them, while others will play with children while adults are tending to their loved ones. There are others who will simply take service animals on walks throughout the facility. Advantages fo...

-- Quote of the Day --  "To exist is to change, to change is to mature,  to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly."  ~Henri Bergson  -- Flowers - as Food, Part 1 --  Today's article is a bit large, so I split it in 2 parts, the 2nd half will be published on the 25th of this month... and was written by: Crazyflorist is an online florist in Delhi which provide fresh flowers with wide range of variety.They also offer a an online flower portal to send flowers online anywhere in Delhi, India. Many fine dining restaurants make the use of flowers to enhance the flavors and textures of the food they offer. Flowers can be added to main dishes, desserts or salads for an exciting twist or can be used as a garnish. There are many beverages which infused with flowers. Flowers can also be used for making spreads and preserves, marinades and dressings, to cakes and puddings, appetizers and starters- the o...

-- Quote of the Day --  “There is place in the world for any business t hat takes care of its customers – after the sale.”  ~ Harvey MacKay -- Shopping Tips --  Well it is Xmas season again and folks are planning for all kinds of gatherings, events, parties, feasts, gift giving, visiting, traveling... and a week or so later, there's New Years to face.  Over the holidays, North American trash increases by 25% - about 25 million extra tons of garbage going to the landfill. I thought that it would be appropriate to talk a little about greening these events.  Simple things to ask one's self are:  - Can we make, borrow or rent decorations? Can we choose compostable eco-friendly decorations (cedar bows, flower wreaths)? - Can we make the gifts (i.e. containers of various baked goods, jams, etc.) or consider eco-friendly ones (house plants, garden seeds, rechargeable batteries, gift certificates...). - Do the ...