ATTRACTING YOUR BEST IDEAS

Many people have found that they have their best ideas while doing something mundane - like taking a bath, travelling on a bus or just lying in bed. If you're looking for inspiration for a plan or project, keep a notepad with you at all times so you will be ready for new ideas whenever they come to you.

Practice: Being Joyful.

Think of joy as an essential nutrient. Are you getting your minimum daily requirement? Keep a diary of ways you experience joy. Consciously incorporate these activities into your daily life. It might be reading an uplifting book, listening to music, playing with children or just sitting in a park. Joy can even come from solving a problem, or overcoming an obstacle. The key is to appreciate simple things and reframe dissappointment as CHALLENGERS.

"A HOUSE IS NOT A HOME UNLESS IT CONTAINS FOOD AND FIRE FOR THE MIND AS WELL AS THE BODY".

Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)

I hope you are findingurwings ........ Roz.

Roz's Perth Odyssey

Odyssey: a long series of wanderings or adventures, esp. when filled with notable experiences.

After seeing the film "The Reader", this title felt right for this article about my recent trip to Perth, Western Australia. I went with a girlfriend and her work friend. Even the experience at the airport was different, as only 2 of us went on the flight and 2 hrs later the work friend followed. She had missed the baggage closing of 30 mins prior to flight by 7 mins. This was my first encounter of someone missing a flight, it doesn't just happen on tv shows.


My next experience was to keep calm for 2 of us, as my friend Tracey was terrified of flying. I don't just mean scared a little - I mean terrified. This was an observation of someone in complete FEAR . I did everything in my power to relieve her of her stories and fear. This was a great learning curve for me. As you can realise all went well and we arrived safely.

I shared a room which had only 2 double beds. I was very grateful for them sharing and giving me a bed to myself. I did have to overcome and look deep into myself for techniques to control my thoughts as we had a very long day travelling and had then gone out to dinner, but Perth is also 2 hours behind Sydney time so we had 26 hour day not 24. On retiring for a great night sleep to re-energise our bodies. I was given the task of coming to terms with a very heavy snorer. This was a very big challenge to overcome. Fortunately I had by sheer chance placed some ear plugs in the last minute of packing and buried my head in the pillows, meditation and prayers to whoever was listening to give me a few hours of peaceful sleep - I got some rest for 4 hours. It was a godsend and I was so happy. The following morning I purchased Phenergan from the chemist and the rest of the week I would return with 2 tablets and all was well.

The first day the Saturday I had found the Crystal Warehouse. http://www.soklichtrading.com.au/ or 42 Dale Place, Orange Grove, WA, 6109. Ph. 08 9459 1449.

I had a wonderful time discovering the beautiful mined Amethyst and Citrine pieces on display that were priced at thousands of dollars. I purchased 7 different types of stones ( Occo, Green Aventurine, Red Jasper, Blue Lace Agate, Chevran Amethyst, Sodalite and Gold Tiger Eye), which I was attracted to and I love reading about all the wonderful crystals. It covers where they are from, their meanings and what they can do for us on a healing plane. If you also enjoy finding out more I can recommend a book "The Crystal Bible" - A definitive guide to Crystals by Judy Hall or http://www.jesaba.com.au/ which is a great reference place. I also treated myself to a beautiful Labradorite pendant as this was a stone that had been brought to my attention through my crystal cards just prior to leaving for my trip.

LABRADORITE
When looked at in light, the many colours within are seen. This duality enables healers to work with an invisible reality while purifying energies. Helps to transform intuitive thinking into intellectual thinking and therefore eases intuitive functioning. Recommended for those interested in the “unknown”. Increases telepathy and magic. Amplifies happiness, joy, conviviality and a sensation of security. Eases tension and pressure.

Next stories & photos from Fremantle beach watching sunset.......It was amazing.

Chinese Proverb - "Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are".

I hope you are findingurwings........ Roz.

The Reader

On Sunday, David & I went to see the fourth film of the five nominated movies of "The Acadamy Awards", or more widely known as "The Oscars". We saw "The Reader" which starred, Kate Winslet.

THE READER opens in post-WWII Germany when teenager Michael Berg becomes ill and is helped home by Hanna, a stranger twice his age. Michael recovers from scarlet fever and seeks out Hanna to thank her. The two are quickly drawn into a passionate but secretive affair. Michael discovers that Hanna loves being read to and their physical relationship deepens. Hanna is enthralled as Michael reads to her from "The Odyssey," "Huck Finn" and "The Lady with the Little Dog." Despite their intense bond, Hanna mysteriously disappears one day and Michael is left confused and heartbroken. Eight years later, while Michael is a law student observing the Nazi war crime trials, he is stunned to find Hanna back in his life - this time as a defendant in the courtroom. As Hanna's past is revealed, Michael uncovers a deep secret that will impact both of their lives. THE READER is a story about truth and reconciliation, about how one generation comes to terms with the crimes of another. Written by The Weinstein Company

Middle aged German barrister Michael Berg recollects to himself his lifelong acquaintance with Hanna Schmitz, a relationship with whom he never disclosed to anyone close to him. Michael first met Hanna in 1958, when he was fifteen, she thirty-six. The two had a turbulent summer long love affair, dictated by Hanna that their encounters would begin with him reading to her followed by lovemaking. Michael next encountered Hanna in 1966, when Michael, now a law student, attended the Nazi war crimes trial of five female former S.S. concentration camp guards, one of whom is Hanna. Through listening to the testimony, Michael comes to the realization that he is in possession of information which could save Hanna from a life in prison, information which she herself is unwilling to disclose. In deciding what to do, Michael is torn between his differing views of justice. Written by Huggo


Mrs Winslet's portrayal of Hanna Schmitz — a woman having a passionate affair with a teenager who encounters her again years later while she is on trial for Holocaust crimes — was raw and restrained. The Reader is a moving story. I highly recommend this movie.

I would like to congratulate all the winners of this year's "Oscar awards".


2009 Oscar scorecard

Best Picture - "Slumdog Millionaire" (Winner
Best Actress - Kate Winslet, "The Reader" (Winner)
Best Actor - Sean Penn, "Milk" (Winner)
Best Supporting Actress - Penelope Cruz, "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" (Winner)
Best Supporting Actor - Heath Ledger, "The Dark Knight" (Winner)
Best Director - Danny Boyle, "Slumdog Millionaire" (Winner)
Best Original Screenplay - Dustin Lance Black, "Milk" (Winner)


I hope you are all findingurwings...... Roz.

A heavy shift for 3 days - by Julie Mckenzie

I received this email from Jules at Pure Reflections last night and thought it may help you in the coming days. I have been having some very interesting and intense dreams over the past 2 nights and this could be why. Take care, lots of love to you for the week ahead.

I hope this helps you continue to findingurwings...... Roz.


PLEASE PASS ONTO ANYONE & EVERYONE

BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING & EVERYTHING
I have just felt a huge energy shift that is making its way in and will be arriving tomorrow the 17th February, 2009 and lasting for three days. It's very heavy and can take a toll on your body physically. So please be very cautious tomorrow as there will be many people affected and some more than others.

A lot of heart issues are coming to ahead and it may be very easily to over analyse any situation which can also cause physical illness. You could possibly feel this energy shift as feeling lethargic and tired with headaches so make sure you have time out if needed. There could be some wild weather ahead too so stay grounded and keep focus.

It is important that I share this information with you not to scare but to make you aware. Remember awarness is healing!

With this letter I send a protection bubble to you and your family keeping you safe in this heavy shift.

Lol




Jules McKenzie at www.purereflections.com.au

OPENING OF NEW COLLEGE VILLAGE CONVENIENCE STORE

Tomorrow, 16th February, 2009 is the official opening of Swita & Kevin See's new convenience store on Anzac Parade, Kensington, (opposite the Main entrance of UNSW). Swita & Kevin run a very successful chinese resturant SUN SUNG 200 Anzac Parade, Kensington for many years. There have been months of negotiations with New College campus, Randwick Council, builders and shopfitter Craig to make this new store.


This morning the building and business were blessed by Father Paul and with that I would like to wish all the best of luck, good fortune and continuing happiness to the See family.


GOOD LUCK & SUCCESS IN YOUR FUTURE ENDEAVOUR ..I hope you are findingurwings ... Roz

"Milk" is a full cream movie.

I returned to the cinema last weekend and saw the movie “Milk” which stars Sean Penn. Milk has 8 nominations in this year’s Academy Awards – including Best Picture and Best Actor.

About the film – Milk.

Filmmaker Gus Van-Sant tells the powerful and inspiring story of Harvey Milk - the first openly gay elected politician in the US. Tired of hiding from himself, Harvey abandons his high-paying Wall Street job to come out of the closet and move to San Francisco's Castro district. There, his camera shop quickly becomes a social hub of tolerance for many who feel they have no place else to gather, disenfranchised by the era's narrow-mindedness. Harvey begins to speak for this silent majority - taking on bigoted businesses, unions and politicians and spreading his message of freedom and hope.



Sean Penn was wonderful in his portrail of Harvey Milk. I felt his determination to bring awareness to society and for an acceptance that all people deserve to be free to live their life’s without prejudice, discrimination and to be safe. It was a very confronting movie of how we as a society treat people that may be different in the way we act and think. It brings homosexuality right to you and I believe it test the boundaries of our thinking and gives you the opportunity to see what emotions it bring to you. It is a very thought provoking and one that will bring many questions to mind. It gives us an opportunity to see that hopefully over the past 30 years we have grown more mature, more tolerant and aware that just because someone may think and act differently, this doesn’t make them bad…..

The Day the Music died

3rd February – Marks 50 years since the passing of Buddy Holly, J P Richardson (the Big Bopper) and RichieValence. Their death was due to a four seater single-engine Beech craft plane plunging into a frozen field north-west of Clear Lake, Iowa. The 3 were en route to another Winter Dance Party tour gig in Moorhead, Minnesota when they died. Buddy Holly had great hits such as ”That’ll Be The Day”, “Oh, boy”. Amazing how the years have gone but the music lives on.





Challenging Views

It may be satisfying when others confirm our opinions, but sometimes we can learn more from people who disagree with us. Read a book or article that goes against your spiritual beliefs – the mental challenge will spur you on to define your own viewpoint more clearly. Opposition may confirm your conviction.



I come across a website called paulsadowski.com/namedata.asp – you type in your name and it gives you the meaning and some interesting info about it. You can also do you birth chart.

www.wisdom@philosophersnotes.com –information on different books. www.themastersgathering.com/videos - information from different people as seen on “The Secret” movie.


I am flying to Perth on Friday to have some fun with my friend Tracey. The last time I was in WA was January 1983 with David, we were on our way to the UK. Our trip took 3 months and 7 countries to get there. I am looking forward to seeing how Perth has grown and changed since my last visit.

House improvements have made further progress this week and work will continue over the coming months. We also have two sets of British friends staying with us in March so lots of new adventures.

I wish you all a wonderful week and hope you are findingurwings ………… Roz.