Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Quote of the Day -- Observation, Not Old Age, Brings Wisdom. ~ Author Unknown -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio -- This morning at 10-11 AM (pacific) I have Megan Hill, manager of the See-Write-Live blog, joining us on the Conscious Discussions Talk radio show. She is a prolific freelance writer, a non-profit consultant and a passionate volunteer. We will be discussing the concept of volunteering and giving services to others. Join us live at 10-11 AM (pacific), and drop in to the live chat room... or access the archived interview at your convenience: Service is Power Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, information about their radio program, newsletter, blogs, and more at: www.brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, or purchasing a book - each book sold raises funds for charity as well!

-- Quote of the Day --  “I just love cats; my dad was difficult to deal with and I would go out and hang with the cats! (She laughs) …Cats, dogs, gerbils and other animals will just love unconditionally and we all crave that, and can never get enough of it. If you crave love, just go and find a furry friend to take care of and you will find a lot of love. …Visiting Humane organizations and rescue organizations will help you learn about how to take care of feral colonies… start by feeding and getting to know them, …you really need to get right on the trapping and neutering right away – the most effective way of reducing the issues the colony will face.” Rosie Sorenson ~ July 20 2010  Today's quote originates from the Conscious Discussions Talk Radio show interview that aired back on July 20, 2010 titled: Kitty Rescue & Colony Aide   Check it out by clicking on the hyper-linked show title, or locate recently aired Conscious Discussions Talk Radio episodes v...

-- Hazy Day -- It is a hazy day here in our valley... apparently in BC (Canada), which is roughly the size of California, Nevada and Oregon combined, there are over 300 fires going on. Three of which are within a few hours drive from our home city... Kamloops, Litten and I think the Peachland area as well, are all experiencing forest fires and some of this is the cause for the haze here. Luckily we had a couple days of rain in our valley, wetting the mountains thoroughly - hopefully. Sadly, some of the heroes facing the forest management this year have met tragedy. I read yesterday that a water bomber went down and started its own fire, and they had not yet been able to search for survivors due to safety issues. It is so sad - and we want to express our gratitude today here publicly on this blog for the incredible unsung heroes out there who risk life and limb to benefit the planet. They really are amazing, and inspiring.  Interestingly, just recently the city had a parade tha...

-- Brummets in the Media -- The Brummet's Conscious Blog is awarded as being a Versatile Blogger :   http://walkermuse.blogspot.com/2010/07/walkers-muse-has-been-awarded-versatile.html Check out the link above, when you have time - to learn about the latest award we've been given! This award came most unexpectedly and we certainly feel honored to have received it .  According to the rules, I'm required to: 1. Thank the person who loved me enough to bestow this gift. 2. Share seven things about myself. 3. Bestow this honor onto 10 newly discovered or followed bloggers–in no particular order–who are fantastic in some way. 4. Drop by and let my ten new friends know I admire them. So, first let me thank the Walker Muse Blog for bestowing this award on us.  Now for the seven things about myself - Well, you already know I am a writer, host of 2 radio shows, author of 3 books... Perhaps you already know I am 40 and married for 20 years and that my husband a...

 -- Quote of the Day -- " What the caterpillar calls the end The rest of the world calls a butterfly. " ~ Lao Tsu -- Buy Poetry For Your Significant Other Month --   As promised, this blog will be celebrating B uy Poetry For Your Significant Other Month (July) by sharing poetry from published writers. Submission guidelines can be found on the July 3rd posting on this blog. (scroll down to find previous posts). Today, we'll be featuring a poem by T.S. Wilkins, an inspirational poetess and author who lives in South Carolina. She is dedicated to using her life experiences to spread inspiration, beauty, and love. She is the author of a poetry book titled Stand Again, Oh Weary Soul , and a personal short story titled, He is Noah . To find today's featured poetess visit: www.tswilkinsbooks.com   I'll Have My Dream What sorrow struck the willow tree? Is it the same that's stricken me Where in my soul, I once was free... And now it claims the bes...

-- Book Review --  I am so excited to share a book review that was recently written for our 3rd book by Jill Jepson of Writing the Whirlwind Newsletter ( www.writingthewhirlwind.net ) Purple Snowflake Marketing: How to Make Your Book Stand Out in the Crowd - by Dave and Lillian Brummet   Hope for authors abounds in this superb guide to promoting your book. The numbers are grim. Over 150,000 books make it to the marketplace every year. More than a million volumes vie for attention on bookstore shelves and websites. Publishers promote only a small number of the books they produce. After years of work, authors too often find their work vanishing into obscurity a few weeks after publication--unless they take matters into their own hands.  The problem is that most writers lack the skill, confidence, and know-how to promote themselves. Many dread the work of self-promotion--some are downright phobic about it. Others plunge into their own marketing with mo...

 -- Quote of the Day --  " No specialized skills are needed  to contribute genuine,  long-term dev elopment assistance" ~ GlobalVolunteers.org -- Authors Read Radio --  Authors Read Radio presents Rhonda Hayter reading an excerpt from the middle-grade comic fantasy, The Witchy Worries of Abbie Adams . -- Announcement -- Apologies to everyone who was expecting an Eco-Fashion interview yesterday on Conscious Discussions Radio - we have been having unpredictable Internet issues as of late and without the Internet I don't have access to the switchboard, which is essential for a host to have access to! :) We are working with the server now to fix the problem and as soon as that is done we will be rescheduling with our special guest, Tala Rezai. Thank you for your patience in this matter. -- Recommended Conscious Living Resources -- Global Volunteers – Live and work with local people on life-affirming service programs for one to three weeks....

-- Conscious Living Events -- Today, April 22 is both: Earth Day & Administrative Professional’s Day . Administrative Professional’s Day was first put in place back in 1952 when it was used to encourage people to consider secretarial careers. Today it is celebrated world-wide to honor administrative professionals for their often unrecognized contribution to the organization's success. For Earth Day and in fact for Earth Month (April), there are likely a lot of eco-events happening in your community today and throughout this upcoming weekend. Locally we have some interesting alternative energy and energy efficiency workshops going on, and New York City is hosting one of the largest student run events in the world... BC Interior Eco-Workshops to Check Out: Info: Bring yourself up to date on all home heating systems - Wood, solar, Propane, LP gas and using electricity. What’s the latest and how to apply for grants and incentive programs. Workshops are free with pre-registratio...