LIFE IS LIKE A BAG OF MUSTARD GREENS
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It's been two months since my last ... newsletter. And 3 months since my brother passed. Yes, I still have moments of deep grief and joy too. Taking my daughter and two friends out of school early to go see "Alice in Wonderland" on the first day it was out was definitely a "What would Bob do?" decision.
And yet, I continue to purge my external environment (staging our home to be sold). What I have noticed is that this deep cleansing process has had a huge impact on my internal environment. Or is it the other way around? I've known about the concept of "Create Space" as the first order of business for a long time. I've made valiant efforts here and there to do just that over the
years.
Now, as I eat my mustard greens dish, sauteed with onions and garlic, I get it. A whole bag of mustard greens compressing into a tiny amount when the cooking is done. Analogy? Life is like a bag of mustard greens. When you cook it properly, with L.O.V.E., you end up with a mighty tasty, potent, and rich dish, full of essential vitamins. As I let go of my "stories," my "stuff," my complaints, and my tales of woe, through the Path of XPR, I am being "reduced" to my essence... "What you see is what you get." I get it!
As I was purging the MANY books I have from COUNTLESS quests for "je ne sais quoi" (French for "I don't know what") I found I could quickly let them go. I don't need them anymore for reference, or for the hopes that they hold the secrets to something that was always just beyond me.
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The path I found myself on through coaching with Mahalene Louis of Empowering Now LLC has created a richness and a texture in my/our world, inside and out, that I am NOT holding my breath, keeping my fingers crossed, holding out for something or someone to free me, praise me, discover me, or relieve me of some imaginary loneliness or self-induced pain. WOW! Not only is my home looking spectacular in this process... I feel blessed, rich, complete, excited, and playful as ever! In the words of the Beatles: "I am he as you are he as you are me and we are all together !!" We ARE ONE. What a thrill!
Are you still searching? call me and we'll set up a time to engage in a startling simple assessment by phone or in person....Let's
see if you are RAW... "Ready, Able, Willing" to let go of your stuff too! Blessings, V
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Quotation of the Month
Sometimes
a woman has to
go into the dark
and the slime
So she can come
out and be ONE
in the sunshine.
- Verena (1993)
Photo: 2010 Aibel Wishing Well Restored - painted & Magic Dipped by Verena, Delphine, and Valeria.  |
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Indigo-Rainbow-Crystal
Children Magic
Photo: Reading is FUNdamental Manga Girl by Delphine, 8  |
Photo: Bakugan Sketch (left half) by Delphine Aibel, 8  |
Photo: Bakugan Sketch (right half) by Delphine Aibel, 8  |
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Animal of the MonthPhoto: Frog captured by Delphine  |
FROG
Keyword: Transformation through Water and SoundBecause of its connection
to water, it is also linked to lunar energies (the moon moves the tides of
waters upon the planet) and those goddesses associated with the moon. If frog has hopped into
your life, you may need to get in touch with the water element. It may reflect
that there are new rains coming or that you need to call some new rains forth.
Maybe old waters are becoming dirty and stagnant. Frog can teach you how to clean them up.The frog
is a totem of metamorphosis. It is a symbol of coming into one's own creative
power. It changes from an egg, to a polliwog, to a frog. Even after it becomes
a frog, it lives close to and spends much time in the water. It always has
contact with the creative force out of which it came.
This
connection to water should also serve as a reminder to those with this totem.
Are you becoming too mundane? Are you becoming mired in the mud of your
day-to-day life? Are you needing to dive into some fresh creative water? Are
those around you? Are you feeling waterlogged, becoming bogged down, or
drowning in emotions?
Source: Ted Williams' Animal Speak
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Road Trip Photo GalleryPhoto: Cape May Lighthouse Park-Sunset  |
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NEWS FLASH! Verena, a charter XPR Advisor and Integrity Coach, will continue to facilitate Empowering Now LLC's Introductory Teleclasses related
to their cutting edge Course entitled "The Path of XPR... Nature's Path
to Let the Integrity of a Higher Power Bloom in You."
Free Introductory XPR Teleclass Schedule
(TeleBridge)
In the East and the West, an ancient legend speaks of a 3rd key to be revealed at the shift of the ages, a key powerful enough to unlock the mystery and to give the universal mind a safe way to die! Come and walk with us: join us on the Path of XPR for a free introduction where to discover the third key! Our time together is going to be highly interactive, lively, fun, and literally dicey. Please bring an open mind and/or your most skeptical questions. There is no preparation required for this event. The Path of XPR - to let your mind gently XPiRe and receive the XPRience of your full XPRession! (Yep: XPR is the evolution in Roman script of the Hebrew word for "sound, number, letter, light!").
We offer the following opportunities:
What Will it Take for Your Voice to be Heard? (in-person and teleclass)
Tuesday, April 27th from 12-1 pm Eastern
Tuesday, May 25th from 12-1 pm Eastern
Introducing PaRaDiSe Mystery School (Teleclass):
Friday, May 7th from 12-1pm Eastern
Thursday, May 20th from 8-9 Eastern
The BIG Question (Teleclass:)
Thursday, May 13th from 8-9pm Eastern
Thursday, May 20th from 12-1 pm Eastern
Wisdom REALLY at Work (Teleclass)
Wednesday, May 26th from 8-9pm Eastern
Facilitator: Verena Visser Aibel, Visionary, Shaman, XPR Advisor, Integrity Coach, and President, Vibrant Visions International.
Fee: Complimentary
For more information or to register: call Verena at 201-487-6910 EST or email her directly at Verena@VibrantCoach.com and specify preferred teleclass, date, and time. Once you have registered we will email you the bridgeline information.
Top Photo: 2010 02 19 Linda Schmidt-Verena Visser Aibel-Randy Williams-Institute of Sustainable Enterprise, Location: The Mansion, Fairleigh Dickinson U., Florham Park Campus, Madison, NJ  |
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Photo: Verena Eagle Laughing Rebel self-portrait by Verena (acrylics)  | Vibrant Visions International's Calendar of Events & Top Picks
Scroll down to see Verena's Top Picks from our VIBRANT VISIONS INTERNATIONAL ONLINE CALENDAR which is updated daily*. NOTE: All events are
subject to change. Please call and confirm event details prior to
traveling. Contact us if you receive conflicting dates or data. Thanks!
*Go to the Vibrant Visions International LLC website and click on "Calendar of Events" and scroll through our calendar. Contact information and registration information is also listed per event. Calendar listings also includes events hosted by professional associations such as the New Jersey Professional Coaches Association (NJPCA), New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO), Institute for Sustainable Enterprise (ISE), etc. Please also check their websites for latest details.
Newsletters are now archived: Check them out via "Newsletter Archive" on our new website.
Appointments: Please feel free to make your private coaching appointments with Verena directly via our Online Appointment Scheduler. Please note that Verena's Vibrant Visions International LLC offerings are in Purple. Additional listings are in red.
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New
Jersey
Association of Women Business Owner Special Family Fun Event Featuring Sky Blue FC of Women's Professional Soccer 2009 Champions
April 28, 2010 (Wednesday) 5:45 - 9:00 pm EST
Location: The NIA Group, 66 Route 17 North, Paramus
Cost: $20.00 - Members; $20.00 - Non-members
For
further information and reservations, contact Stephanie Mace at
dinner@njawbobergen.org or call the Bergen Chapter Hotline at
201-444-8773, ext. 3.Photo: Verena & Rima Hamade, presentors, NJAWBO Valentine's Day Event  |
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New York City's Rite of Spring at Sakura Matsuri
May 1 & 2, 2010 (Saturday and Sunday) 10 - 6 pm EST
Location: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 900 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225.
Participate in New York City's "rite of spring" at Sakura Matsuri, a phenomenal weekend celebrating Japanese culture with over 60 events and performances. Enjoy contemporary and traditional Japanese music and dance, taiko drumming, ikebana flower arranging, Japanese DJs, presentations on the art of manga, tea ceremonies, and workshops for all ages.
B or Q to Prospect Park; 2 or 3 to Eastern Parkway
Adults $15; Seniors (65 and over) $10
Students 12+ with valid ID $10; Children under 12 Free
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New
Jersey
Association of Women Business Owner's Network at Noon Luncheon Meeting
Photo: Kim Jupin-Verena-Kate Spontak-Raul Rivas NJAWBO  |
May 4, 2010 (Tuesday) 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Location: Clinton Inn, 145 Dean St, Tenafly, NJ 07670
Members: $17; Non-members: $22
CASH ONLY (no checks, please)
For information and reservations:
email Verena Aibel at lunch@njawbobergen.org
or call the Chapter Hotline at 201-444-8773, Ext. 5 or call Verena directly at 201-487-6910.
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2010 Governor's Conference for Women
ay 4, 2010 (Tuesday) All Day
Location: Atlantic City Convention Center, Two Miss America Way, Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401; Phone: (609) 344-3535
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NJPCA "Get Funny! Using Humor In Coaching When Nothing Else Will Do" with Facilitator: Mim Nelson-Gillett (Teleclass)
May 5, 2010 (Wednesday) 7:30 - 8:30 pm EST
Sometimes you just need a little humor, and so do your clients. Using humor wisely... or even foolishly... can help to strengthen relationships, break through repetitive thinking cycles, expand the field of possibility and enjoy your work together more. Price: $5.00 for Basic & Non-Members
Info: New Jersey Professional Coaches Association - www.njcoaches.org.Photo: Heide Anderson-Verena-Diana Perez exhibitors at NJAWBO Procurement Expo  |
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African Medicine Women of NJ present "The Energy and Power of Self-Love"
May 8, 2010 (Saturday) 8:00 - 10:00 pm EST
Location: The Park View Community Center, 1 Park View Terrace, Englewood, New Jersey 07631
Experience activities like EFT, reiki, aromatherapy, and more in an afternoon of spiritual wellness. Call 201-837-0557 or 201-966-1170 to RSVP (a must!). $10.00 in advance only. For men, women, teens!
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Northern New Jersey Coaches Group Monthly Meeting
May 17, 2010 (Monday) (tentative-call to confirm)
Location: Wayne Public Library, 461 Valley Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470-3557; (973) 694-4272
Photo: Rita Bogar-Williams NJAWBO Procurement Expo  |
We'll
be providing support for one another, sharing resources, and learning
more about marketing ourselves, as well as promoting the community
spirit among coaches! Contacts:
Abigail Gary, 201-689-9095, agary@optonline.net or
Renee Sussman, 551-206-9019, reneecoach@gmail.com
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New
Jersey
Association of Women Business Owner's "Keys to Success" Dinner Networking Meeting
May 19, 2010 (Wednesday) 5:45 - 9:00 pm EST
Location: Holiday Inn of Hasbrouck Heights
283 Route 17 South
Hasbrouck Hts, NJ 07604
(201) 288-8580
Cost: $40.00 - Members
$45.00 - Non-members
For
further information and reservations, contact Stephanie Mace at
dinner@njawbobergen.org or call the Bergen Chapter Hotline at
201-444-8773, ext. 3.
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New Jersey Professional Coaches Association's "5 Key Strategies To Market Your Coaching Business" With Kim Clausen
May 19, 2010 (Wednesday) 6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
Location: Ramada Somerset Hotel (I-287 Exit 12)
60 Cottontail Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 560-9880
Price: $25 Members; $30 Non-members
$19 for Virtual Participants
Price includes sandwiches and salads - Limited Seating Available.
Featured Presentation: Growing a coaching business can be overwhelming as we are constantly bombarded with marketers promoting a never-ending list of marketing strategies that we need to be successful.
Info: New Jersey Professional Coaches Association - www.njcoaches.org.
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New Jersey Association of Women Business Owner's (NJAWBO) Bergen Chapter Breakfast Networking
May 20, 2010 (Thursday): Time: 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Location: Panera's Bakery Cafe, 165 Route 4 West (in Kohl's Shopping Center), Paramus , NJ
Fee: Members: $10.00; Non-Members: $15.00 - CASH ONLY
For reservations and information, call the Bergen Chapter hotline at 201-444-8773, ext. 4 or e-mail Joanne Clark at jcwills@optonline.net or check out New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners-Bergen Chapter.
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Institute for Sustainable
Enterprise/CHRMS Breakfast Seminar
May 21, 2010 (Friday) 7:30 - 9:30 am EST
Location: Fairleigh Dickinson University, the Mansion Bldg 1, Hartman Lounge, 285 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ 07940
Information: Call ISE/CHRMS at 973-443-8577.
Fee: $40 ($25 non profit organization members).
Register: www.fdu.edu/forms/chrmsregister.html or email your rsvp to pniewski@fdu.edu
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