Brummet's Conscious Blog

  -- World of Writing -- * Joining us today we have Ellen Palestran, author of: "Have You Ever Had A Hunch? - The Importance of Creativity" , which is now in its third edition. Ellen is a writer, artist, filmmaker, educator, game inventor, hydroponic farmer and creativity consultant.  You can find her @: http :// EllenPalestrant.com Q: Who inspired you to pursue a career in writing? A: My brother was thirteen years older than me while my sister was ten years my senior. Each had their own bookcase loaded with books that, for some reason, seemed enticing to me, even before I had learned to read. I wanted to decipher for myself just what was in their books – just as they did. I wanted to be like them; they were my role models. Early on, I developed a love for language, for the rhythms and sounds of words and for the information and stories contained in books. I started creating my own magazines as a kid but never consider...

-- Quote of the Day --  "Focusing on the act of breathing clears the mind of all daily distractions  and clears our energy enabling us to better connect with the Spirit within".  ~ Author Unknown Find Dave and Lillian Brummet 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!

-- Product Review -- We started networking with Michael - from Antrodesk.ca - regarding the Dual Cable Clips for managing wire and cables on April 3 rd , and the product arrived on April 17 th via “letter mail” , just 15 days after our first communication. I received 2 sets of the Dual Cable Clips , each set comes in a pack of 3 clips; one set was black in color the other was pink. The purpose of this product is to organize wires and cables for the office and can hold many different sizes and shapes ranging from TV, iPhone, Smartphone, cell phone, computer, and USB cords – they can also hold pens! There are 3 benefits that set this product ahead of its competitors on the market. First – it is designed to hold 2 cords, whereas most others are designed to hold only one. Also, the clips are incredibly easy to install – simply peel off the backing and stick to the surface of choice. The 3 rd benefit is the strength and versatility of the authentic 3M adhesive w...

   * Years ago during a discussion with someone who worked as a professional therapist, she recommended that people decrease their stress by drawing three circles on a piece of paper that overlapped. The inner circle would be those that are closest to you that you live with, see every day - like your wife, your son, your pet. The next circle would be your closest friends and finally your co-workers. Anyone outside those circles are not worth working yourself into a frenzy about. You deal with the smallest circle first, then the next, then the next as your order of priority. Everyone else is not a priority. It really helps put one's life in perspective and helps people slow down. I recommend our readers try this out on their own . -- Circle Of Influence --   * Today's article was written by Gini Cunningham Every once in a while I get this crazy notion that I can change the course of world events through hard work, determination, and positive ener...

-- World of Writing --  Joining us today we have author Jamee Natella. After spending 9 years partnering with BBDO West in the U.S. to produce commercials for major brands both domestically and abroad, Jamee branched out to create a global production network to serve both advertising agencies and clients and launched the aptly named Blueyed Pictures with offices in Los Angeles, London and Tokyo. Over the last 16 years Blueyed Pictures has produced an impressive body of award winning work -currently Jamee is in the process of writing a  childrens 'book series' for young children regarding travel as well as being involved in a few projects in development with a director that are adaptations from books.    Q: When you started your book, did you plan on writing it as a series, or did it just grow into one?    A: When I first started, it was only going to be one book about one country. The series is titled “ I am Sam in ________ ” , nam...

 -- Quote of the Day --  Beautiful and graceful, varied and enchanting,  small but approachable,  butterflies lead you to the sunny side of life.   And everyone deserves a little sunshine.   ~Jeffrey Glassberg Find Dave and Lillian Brummet 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!

-- Health Benefits of Pets --   * Today's article was written by Genie Fletcher Pets are not just entertaining companions. They can also contribute to better health. Owning one involves a number of activities and natural processes that affect the physical, mental and social health in their human owners.  Here are just a few of the known health benefits: 1 - Lowers Blood Pressure Multiple studies indicate that petting an animal can lower blood pressure. This reaction can have significant implications for people with high blood pressure. Having a pet, along with appropriate medication, can provide sufficient blood pressure lowering effects to protect them from heart disease and stroke. 2 - Pets Are Social Magnets Pets are magnets for social interaction. They are natural conversation starters and can be a shared interest between animal lovers. This easy ability to make new friends can help both your mental and physical health. It can even i...