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<title><![CDATA[Positive Attitudes &amp; Thoughts Make A Difference!!!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/positive-attitudes-thoughts-make-a-difference/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2011 16:52:37 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[Each day I am given many opportunities to see how much of an impact &#8220;the right attitude&#8221;]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Each day I am given many opportunities to see how much of an impact &#8220;the right attitude&#8221; and &#8220;positive thinking&#8221; can truly have on my life.  Some days may be easier than others; however when I tackle what is in front of me, replace my negative thoughts with positive ones and be grateful no matter what the circumstances , I am often amazed at the turn my life takes, for the good I might add. <br />
On those tough days, I make it a point to &#8220;check my attitude&#8221;, always finding that I have a rather negative one; so I immediately start saying &#8220;out loud&#8221; , all of the good that is in my life.  Then I will find good in all that takes place, from that moment on.  My day almost immediately turns around and often more than not, I am greeted with some of the most amazing opportunities. If I still find myself struggling with my attitude and thoughts; I just get up and do the next right thing;  whether it be taking a shower, rolling my hair for the heck of it, painting my nails, taking a bubble bath, taking a walk, reading a book, calling an old friend and talking out the situation, doing something &#8220;goofy&#8221;( as I often do), taking a ride, going to a store just to look around; There are many things I can do to change my energy to that of a positive one. <br />
Often taking that one small step towards action is all that was needed to  begin with. <br />
Hugs &#38; Love<br />
Wendy<a href="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/gratitude_a_michael_s_inspiration_c.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1892" title="SAMSUNG DIGITAL CAMERA" src="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/gratitude_a_michael_s_inspiration_c.jpg?w=234&#038;h=300" alt="" width="234" height="300" /></a></p>
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<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/1887/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Live each moment of this day to its fullest; experience all that you can; learn all that you can.  T]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Live each moment of this day to its fullest; experience all that you can; learn all that you can.  Take it all in, for you  may never be able to experience it again.  Talk with an old friend; reach out to someone who is struggling; help someone in need and love, yes love my friend with all that is within you.<br />
Tell yourself that you are beautiful; that you believe in yourself, because if you don&#8217;t then noone else will believe in you either.  Hold your head up high, because you have every right to!  Tell yourself you are a wonderful person; then go and tackle this day with confidence , knowing that you are here for a mighty purpose; one only that you can fulfill!<br />
Have a Fantastic Friday My Friends<br />
((((Hugs &#38; love)))))<br />
Wendy</p>
<p><a href="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/sweet_dreams_are_made_of_these_by_dream__window.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1888" title="Sweet_dreams_are_made_of_these_by_Dream__Window" src="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/sweet_dreams_are_made_of_these_by_dream__window.jpg?w=300&#038;h=254" alt="" width="300" height="254" /></a></p>
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<title><![CDATA[Sweet Dreams]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/sweet-dreams-28/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2011 02:04:24 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/sweet-dreams-28/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[May you each have a peaceful sleep tonight; laying aside all the thoughts that may be racing through]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>May you each have a peaceful sleep tonight; laying aside all the thoughts that may be racing through your head; This is the time for rest, relaxation, and dreams of gratitude and peace!<br />
May you each awake tomorrow full of excitement that you are alive and free to live the life you desire!!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends!<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy</p>
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May you each awake tomorrow full of excitement that you are alive and free to live the life you desire!!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends!<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
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<title><![CDATA[What is your intuition telling you?]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/what-is-your-intuition-telling-you/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:23:19 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/what-is-your-intuition-telling-you/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Sometimes we  become &#8220;adjusted&#8221; to living in  pain.  We have lived in this state for so]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sometimes we  become &#8220;adjusted&#8221; to living in  pain.  We have lived in this state for so long  we have just accepted it as it is; We have become numb, instead of heeding to our &#8220;inner voice&#8221; when something feels &#8220;wrong for us&#8221;.  We are just  accustomed to living life in this manner and  anything else seems not only impossible; but fearful. </p>
<p>We can begin to make a change in our lives by realizing that we weren&#8217;t  created to live life in constant pain.   Life was meant to be lived to its fullest; to the best of our abilities; to be shared with others that love us and want us to be happy.   When we realize this we can begin feeling the feelings behind our pain; knowing that if we listen to our &#8220;inner voice&#8221; , we will know when something is right or wrong for us; it will lead us to the right people ; right places ; and into the right situations. </p>
<p>Trust your inner voice; let go of the pain; release it and you will find a freedom , that words cannot describe!</p>
<p>Hugs &#38; Loves</p>
<p>Wendy</p>
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<title><![CDATA[I have this 24 Hours; What will I do with It?]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/21/i-have-this-24-hours-what-will-i-do-with-it/</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 17:54:23 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/21/i-have-this-24-hours-what-will-i-do-with-it/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[I have this 24 Hours; What will I do with It? I have a choice; Am I going to go out and make a posit]]></description>
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<p>I have a choice; Am I going to go out and make a positive difference in this world; or will I ball up and allow misery to be my company?  <br />
It&#8217;s simple; We can step out in the unknown and claim the rights of our true potentials; being all that we were meant to be; realizing that merely being alive is a miracle; or we can allow circumstances (people, places, or things) to determine how we react to this day. <br />
Take charge of your life, Live it to its fullest, with love, hope, &#38; laughter; Allow your light to shine for others to see; You can make a difference, because you are the difference!<br />
Have a Thrilling Thursday My Friends!</p>
<p>((Hugs &#38; Love)))</p>
<p>Wendy</p>
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<title><![CDATA[Don't force the answer!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/21/dont-force-the-answer/</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:19:31 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/21/dont-force-the-answer/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[When your wondering what the next step is; what your next move is; which path you should take next ;]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When your wondering what the next step is; what your next move is; which path you should take next ; don&#8217;t try and force the answers. Keep putting one foot in front of the other, doing the next right thing and the answer will come.<br />
You are learning a new way to live, the more magical way. One of much faith, trust, and hope; The Universe is taking you places you never imagined possible. Yes, my friend the answer will come; and when it does you will know why it had to be just as it was.<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy</p>
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<title><![CDATA[Let Go of the Comparison Game!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/let-go-of-the-comparison-game/</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 17:31:48 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[  “I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself.” Mikhail B]]></description>
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<div id="id_4daf16a221b127153036875">“I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself.”<br />
Mikhail Baryshnikov</p>
<p>In life we have the tendency to comapre ourselves with others, which can only lead to low self-worth; because in doing so we are comparing other peoples&#8217; outside achievements to that of our inner inner selves.<br />
&#8230;What we should be doing is comparing ourselves to our inner most capabilities; our God given talents, what &#8220;We&#8221; are capable of. I know when I compare where I am today to where I was 4 years ago I am always proud of myself; and filled with much gratitude.<br />
Don&#8217;t waste your time comparing youself to others; instead give all of yourself; all that you have, and put it into what it is you love and want to accomplish; In doing so you will be able to lay your head down at night and know that you are a true winner, because you gave it your all! That is where true &#8220;self-worth&#8221; comes from , my friends.</p></div>
<div>((hugs &#38; love))</div>
<div>Wendy</div>
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<title><![CDATA[Go "All In"]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/go-all-in/</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 14:38:58 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/go-all-in/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Good Morning Friends In finishing up the book &#8220;Aspire&#8221;, I have learned many wonderful wo]]></description>
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<p>In finishing up the book &#8220;Aspire&#8221;, I have learned many wonderful words, however when the word &#8220;Ollin&#8221; was being defined; it just took hold of me, in a powerful way.  Kevin Hall, author of &#8220;Aspire&#8221;, explains that the word Ollin means to &#8220;move and act now, with all of your heart,&#8221; in essence to &#8220;Jump All In&#8221;.  That is powerful. </p>
<p>I am the type person who use to come up with all these wonderful things I wanted to do with my life; yet never took the first step towards achieving any of desires.  However, today I am doing just the opposite; when I decided what I wanted to do here at Wings of Encouragement, I dove in, doing the best that I could and always making sure that I was true to myself; not comparing myself to others, just being me. </p>
<p>When you decide to go in the direction of a dream; give it all you have; don&#8217;t slack, we have this one life to live; let&#8217;s live it to its fullest and apply some  &#8221;Ollin&#8221; towards our dreams!</p>
<p>Have a Wonderful Wednesday My Friends!</p>
<p>(((hugs &#38; love)))</p>
<p>Wendy</p>
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<title><![CDATA[Rest]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/20/rest/</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 02:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
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<description><![CDATA[As I reflect on my day; I am reminded that its ok not to be perfect; that life throws me curve balls]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As I reflect on my day; I am reminded that its ok not to be perfect; that life throws me curve balls and I can either, allow them to knock me down. dodge them, or catch&#8217;em and run like a winner.  I choose to run with life and enjoy it to its fullest; accept the things I cannot change; and face the things that I can change.<br />
Know its ok not to have all the answers; they will come in time.<br />
For now it&#8217;s time to rest , let it all go; breathe in the calmness and enjoy the night; Relax my friends, relax.  All else can wait till tomorrow.<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends!<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy<a href="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/78011.gif"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1852" title="78011" src="http://wingsofencouragement.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/78011.gif?w=300&#038;h=300" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a></p>
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<title><![CDATA[Never Give Up]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/19/never-give-up-8/</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:50:22 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/19/never-give-up-8/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  Some days I just want to lay in bed; I shreak at the mere raising of my head. I wonder what am I d]]></description>
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<div id="id_4dada0105d9bc2f10186513">Some days I just want to lay in bed;<br />
I shreak at the mere raising of my head.</p>
<p>I wonder what am I doing in this place;<br />
I don&#8217;t want to keep running the race;<br />
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I am tired, lost, and stuck<br />
When will I ever be free from this &#8220;muck&#8221;?</p>
<p>I muster up all the strength from within;<br />
I tell myself &#8220;I will see this thru to the end;<br />
I crawl out of bed with all of my might;<br />
For today I am willing to fight;</p>
<p>I will push forward with all my heart;<br />
I will press on no matter what;<br />
For today I will begin a new start.</p>
<p>When those days of fear and pain<br />
Seem to take over and I feel bound by defeat<br />
I will know that I am here for a reason<br />
I have a purpose to fulfill;<br />
I will not allow circumstances to stand in the way;<br />
With God on my side, continue this race, I will!<br />
&#8220;&#8220;`Wendy Box</p>
<p>Have a Terrific Tuesday My Friends!<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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<div><a title="Some days I just want to lay in bed;<br />
I shreak at the mere raising of my head.</p>
<p>I wonder what am I doing in this place;<br />
I don&#8217;t want to keep running the race;</p>
<p>I am tired, lost, and stuck<br />
When will I ever be free from this &#34;muck&#34;?</p>
<p>I muster up all the strength from within;<br />
I tell myself &#34;I will see this thru to the end;<br />
I crawl out of bed with all of my might;<br />
For today I am willing to fight;</p>
<p>I will push forward with all my heart;<br />
I will press on no matter what;<br />
For today I will begin a new start.</p>
<p>When those days of fear and pain<br />
Seem to take over and I feel bound by defeat<br />
I will know that I am here for a reason<br />
I have a purpose to fulfill;<br />
I will not allow circumstances to stand in the way;<br />
With God on my side, continue this race, I will!<br />
                                           &#8220;&#8220;`Wendy Box</p>
<p>Have a Terrific Tuesday My Friends!<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=195399910501147&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/215309_195399910501147_144147645626374_463194_7629920_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="121" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[I am a Winner!!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/18/i-am-a-winner/</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:10:19 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/18/i-am-a-winner/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  “You cannot perform in a manner inconsistent with the way you see yourself.” Zig Ziglar This is su]]></description>
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<p>“You cannot perform in a manner inconsistent with the way you see yourself.”<br />
Zig Ziglar</p>
<p>This is such a powerful statement; which can bring about amazing experiences for one who decides to apply it to their life. <br />
It&#8217;s all in how we see ourselves; Do you see yourself as the winner you truly are?  A person filled with a purpose and who can do anything they set their mind to?  Or have you allowed your self-confidence to be thrown out the window; one who just gets by doing whatever they have to in order to get through to the next day?</p>
<p>I personally know how low self-esteem can shut someone down; I have been there in more ways than one; not able to face society in any form or fashion; I never thought I was good at anything; I have no &#8220;special talents&#8221; as the normal person does; I felt lost and overwhelmed by life in general.  I couldn&#8217;t find myself ; didn&#8217;t even know what it meant to find yourself. <br />
But I can tell you that I no-longer live my life in that manner; I am free from the bondage of fear and low self-esteem.  This road I have been on; this journey of discovery that I have been experiencing has been the most amazing experience , its more than I  ever dreamed possible.  I do know that facing life in a positive way; growing from the inside; rebuilding my thoughts and ideas to those of positivity, self-confidence, love , happiness, joy, and so much more ; has given me a life of true peace and prosperity. <br />
So ask yourself today; What do I think of myself? Do I believe that I am here for a reason?  Am I pursuing my passion? What can I do to turn my self-image around to that of a positive one; so that I can become the winner that I was meant to be?</p>
<p>Much Love &#38; Hugs<br />
Wendy</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:20:54 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Wingsofencouragement</dc:creator>
<guid>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/18/1837/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[There is truly freedom in being yourself!  Being just the way you are, unique and powerful; capable]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is truly freedom in being yourself!  Being just the way you are, unique and powerful; capable of accomplishing anything that your heart desires.  I believe this with all of my being ; sometimes my ego may get in the way of what is actually best for me, but I learn my lessons and I remember them, use them, dust myself off, and go on about my business.  I have taken many chances over the past 9 months of my life and although I  have been terrified, I faced the fear and just went for it.  What an amazing journey it has been. </p>
<p>Writing is something I enjoy; being there for others; sharing honestly; helping others through sharing my life experiences is what I believe in my heart I was meant to do.  Now whether I can put things in &#8220;fancy words&#8221; or not , well most likely , &#8216;Not&#8221;, Heck I don&#8217;t even know how to spell most of the words I type; but I do know that I share honestly and openly what is on my heart; in hopes that others may know there is a different way to live life; one that brings much happiness and freedom; one that attracts positivity and growth; one that gives true satisfaction; one that gives much love; Yes living from my heart; doing what makes my heart beat fast  and puts a smile on my face;now that is what I call living life!  Who would have ever thought someone like me would get not only a second chance at life, but the chance to live the life I have always dreamed of, Wow! </p>
<p>I hope that you realize you are important, you do make a difference, and when you do what makes your heart leap; that is when you will be the most productive in life.   Take a chance on yourself; you matter and your wants and desires matter too! </p>
<p>Have A  Magnificent Monday My Dear Friends!</p>
<p>((((Hugs &#38; Love))))))</p>
<p>Wendy</p>
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<description><![CDATA[As I was enjoying the sun today, I noticed that some birds had made a nest in one of our bird houses]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As I was enjoying the sun today, I noticed that some birds had made a nest in one of our bird houses.   The male chick-a-dee was hard at work; he was on a mission, which was to keep his partner healthy as she faithfully gave warmth to the un-hatched eggs she snuggled in her nest.  I watched him as he flew back and forth; only stopping long enough to make sure his home was safe.  He was faithful ; He was taking care of his soon to be family.  No matter what he would keep up his job, for that was his destiny.</p>
<p>I couldn&#8217;t help but smile as the thought of my husband came to my mind.  He was just like the male chick-a-dee; determined, hardworking, and faithful, he has always taken care of his family.  Even through our darkest times , never did he leave my side.  He has worked diligently for over 20 years now and supported his family 100%;  Though there were many times;  he stuck it out; through the hard and shadiest times of all, he never walked away, though he had many plausible reasons, he refused to leave and when I did seek help, he believed in me.  He may not be the romantic Romeo; he&#8217;s just a country boy , from Alabama; but he is my country boy; </p>
<p>Yes my husband has much in common with this chick-a-dee and I am grateful to say , &#8220;Until death do us part&#8221;; means something to me today.  </p>
<p>I wanted to share this with each of you, because sharing me is what I do. </p>
<p>I hope everyone has a good night&#8217;s rest and may your dreams be filled with love, light, and happiness.  Remember You Do Make A Difference!!</p>
<p>(((Much Love &#38; Hugs))))</p>
<p>Wendy</p>
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<title><![CDATA[Take in the Beauty]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[  Good Morning! What an amazing day! The weather is perfect , once again, and yep that means some]]></description>
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<div id="id_4daafa26195859f80743256">Good Morning!<br />
What an amazing day! The weather is perfect , once again, and yep that means some &#8220;sun time&#8221; for Wendy.<br />
Have you stopped long enough to take in all the wonderful scenery around you? The saying , &#8220;stop and smell the roses&#8221; may sound cliché, but I have roses and there is just something about their scent that is breath-ta&#8230;king; that sends a calmness to my spirit. There is also lavender and magnolias growing in the fields; which have their own powerful scents as they refresh the entire neighborhood.<br />
Take time today to stop and smell the roses; Breathe in all the beauty that<br />
surrounds you; Then Enjoy It!<br />
Have a Supercalifragilistic Sort of Sunday My Friends!! YOU DESERVE IT!!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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<div><a title="Good Morning!<br />
What an amazing day!  The weather is perfect , once again, and yep that means some &#34;sun time&#34; for Wendy.<br />
Have you stopped long enough to take in all the wonderful scenary around you?  The saying , &#34;stop and smell the roses&#34; may sound cliche, but I have roses and there is just something about their scent that is breath-taking; that sends a calmness to my spirit.  There is also lavendar and mangnolias growing in the fileds; which have their own powerful scents as they refresh the entire neighborhood.<br />
Take time today to stop and smell the roses; Breathe in all the beauty that<br />
surrounds you; Then Enjoy It!<br />
Have a Supercalifragilistic Sort of Sunday My Friends!! YOU DESERVE IT!!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194958003878671&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/206527_194958003878671_144147645626374_460931_1389155_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="91" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[Let Go, Rest ]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/17/let-go-rest/</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2011 03:46:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[When you go to lay in your bed tonight; let go of all the frustrations; all those thoughts that are]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you go to lay in your bed tonight; let go of all the frustrations; all those thoughts that are racing through your head; the to do lists and all the responsibilities. It&#8217;s nothing that can&#8217;t wait another day and with a good night&#8217;s rest you will be able to tackle them with a more clear mind.<br />
Tell Yourself: My mind is calm; I am calm and relaxed! As you lay down to rest for the night allow your covers to embrace you in the warmth of love as they wrap their comfort around your body. You are safe; It&#8217;s all going to work out!</p>
<p>Sweet Dreams My Friends<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love)))))<br />
WEndy</p>
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Tell Yourself:  My mind is calm; I am calm and relaxed!  As you lay down to rest for the night allow your covers to embrace you in the warmth of love as they wrap their comfort around your body.  You are safe; It&#8217;s all going to work out!</p>
<p>Sweet Dreams My Friends<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love)))))<br />
WEndy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194873783887093&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/215807_194873783887093_144147645626374_460449_4806859_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="91" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[Let it Out!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/let-it-out/</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:33:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Have you ever had something that happened in your life that you swore you would never tell anyone, a]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever had something that happened in your life that you swore you would never tell anyone, as long as you lived?  You know those &#8220;secrets&#8221;; that no one know but you?</p>
<p>I once had many of those &#8220;&#8216;secrets&#8221; and they nearly drove me to my death.  I always thought others wouldn&#8217;t accept me if they knew; that they would reject me.  I  could hardly bear to remember the events , much less share them with someone. </p>
<p>However when I found that special person; that person that I could trust with all my heart; that I knew would never tell anything I shared; When I found that person, I could get free of those secrets.  I was able to free myself . </p>
<p>Yes it did take me time; Yes it was painful; Yes there were times I didnt&#8217; think they would completely come out of my mouth; but with much courage, my Higher Power (God) helped me to dig down deep for that strength  that I so desperately needed.  </p>
<p>The pain of staying the same was much greater than the  pain of change! I knew something had to change , or I was going to end up high again; and this time I wouldn&#8217;t make it out alive.  My life means something to me today; So I trusted the process; and here I am,  years later,  living a life that I never dreamed possible. </p>
<p>Find someone who you can trust; find a power, greater than yourself that you can hold onto, then go for it.  You sill soon find out that you&#8217;re not as bad as you thought you were; that there are others out there who have made bad decisions during their lifetime and now you are free!  Free to live your life to the fullest , to enjoy life and experience all that it has to offer, with no doubts, shame, guilt, or fear.</p>
<p>((Hugs &#38; Love)))</p>
<p>Wendy </p>
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<title><![CDATA[Have Some Fun!]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:59:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[  Good Morning Everyone! I hope that you have some &#8220;fun&#8221; plans for today. It&#8217;s a b]]></description>
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I hope that you have some &#8220;fun&#8221; plans for today.<br />
It&#8217;s a beautiful Saturday here in Alabama and I am planning on spending the morning with a very special woman in my life!<br />
It&#8217;s going to be an amazing week-end!<br />
Enjoy yourself; get out and have some fun; don&#8217;t take yourself so serious all the time! Life was meant&#8230; to be enjoyed; so run around &#8220;be goofy&#8221; for a change; Laugh until you cry, play a game; No matter what it is , just enjoy yourself, allow the kid in you to come out and play.<br />
Have a Superb Saturday My Dear Friends!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love)))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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I hope that you have some &#34;fun&#34; plans for today.<br />
It&#8217;s a beautiful Saturday here in Alabama and I am planning on spending the morning with a very special woman in my life!<br />
It&#8217;s going to be an amazing week-end!<br />
Enjoy yourself; get out and have some fun; don&#8217;t take yourself so serious all the time!  Life was meant to be enjoyed; so run around &#34;be goofy&#34; for a change; Laugh until you cry, play a game; No matter what it is , just enjoy yourself, allow the kid in you to come out and play.<br />
Have a Superb Saturday My Dear Friends!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love)))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194722567235548&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/208036_194722567235548_144147645626374_459602_4556230_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="91" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[Finding your place of center]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/finding-your-place-of-center/</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:54:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<div id="id_4da8e8499b2091490345931">I am in my &#8220;center&#8221; ; my place of calmness and peace; which is somewhere I have to visit quite often at work. We talk about responding with calm and relaxing thoughts to situations and circumstances and for a long time that was pretty foreign to myself. After much effort and lots of practice; I can now find that &#8220;calm center&#8221; of min&#8230;e; no matter what is going on around me.<br />
Find your &#8220;center&#8221;. Watch yourself; what makes you serene; happy; and at peace. What makes your body relaxed and your thoughts disappear? Mine is being on the beach, while listening to the ocean or laying out in the sun listening to nature. Once you find your Center of Peace go there as often as you must. Visiting our &#8220;center&#8221; throughout the day is a way of calming our anxious thoughts and anxieties. Once we have spent our time in our &#8220;center&#8221; we can go back to our normal tasks, with a better attitude and a clear mind.<br />
Hope everyone had a productive day!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends; and remember &#8220;Tomorrow is a new beginning&#8221;<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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Find your &#34;center&#34;.  Watch yourself; what makes you serene; happy; and at peace.  What makes your body relaxed and your thoughts disappear? Mine is being on the beach, while listening to the ocean or laying out in the sun listening to nature.   Once you find your Center of Peace go there as often as you must.  Visiting our &#34;center&#34; throughout the day is a way of calming our anxious thoughts and anxieties.  Once we have spent our time in our &#34;center&#34; we can go back to our normal tasks, with a better attitude and a clear mind.<br />
Hope everyone had a productive day!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends; and remember &#34;Tomorrow is a new beginning&#34;<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194439670597171&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/216386_194439670597171_144147645626374_458488_1226728_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="103" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[Harmony]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/harmony/</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:51:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[ am going to take in the peace of my Harmony candle and the soft drizzling of the rain and all it an]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> am going to take in the peace of my Harmony candle and the soft drizzling of the rain and all it an early evening!<br />
I hope that each of you experienced harmony during your day; that point where your thoughts, feelings, &#38; actions were all in sync. For bein&#8230;g in harmony is where my heart finds its deepest peace.<br />
Good Night My Friends<br />
Remember: You Matter!!!<br />
Sweet Dreams<br />
((((hugs &#38; love))))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></p>
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I hope that each of you experieced harmony during your day; that point where your thoughts, feelings, &#38; actions were all in sync.  For being in harmony is where my heart finds its deepest peace.<br />
Good Night My Friends<br />
Remember:  You Matter!!!<br />
Sweet Dreams<br />
((((hugs &#38; love))))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194643153910156&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/216034_194643153910156_144147645626374_459196_3607965_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="79" /></a></div>
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<title><![CDATA[Miracles do Happen!!]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/miracles-do-happen/</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:49:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Wow, can you beleive we are over 3000. Yes , call me slow, but I just now realized this one,,lmbo. Y]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wow, can you beleive we are over 3000. Yes , call me slow, but I just now realized this one,,lmbo. You all are some amazing people. The posts you share always inspire me. I find myself so excited to hear what each of you have to say. I am loving the atmosphere we have here at Wings of Encouragement!<br />
Though there may be miles between us, we have developed friendships that comfort one another and send out love; what an amazing gift you all are.<br />
Thank you for making this a place of love , encouragement, and inspiration.<br />
((((Much Love &#38; Hugs))))<br />
Wendy</p>
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Though there may be miles between us, we have developed friendships that comfort one another and send out love; what an amazing gift you all are.<br />
Thank you for making this a place of love , encouragement, and inspiration.<br />
((((Much Love &#38; Hugs))))<br />
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<title><![CDATA[Gratitude]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/16/gratitude-22/</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 Apr 2011 00:47:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<div id="id_4da8e3f0079179825789269">Good Morning!!<br />
As I was writing in my Journal this morning I began to realize all the beauty in my life and all of the things I am grateful for. Then this thought occurred to me; I have a vision for myself today; I have dreams, wants, and desires; So different from where I use to be; when the only visions I had were of how , when, and&#8230; where my drugs were coming from; no dreams, no nothing, just an emptiness ; a loneliness; I was living in a self-made prison of dereliction and degradation.<br />
I was once so spiritually dead that not even the pain of my children mattered;<br />
Today, I AM FREE, I hurt when others hurt; I have a burning desire to help those struggling with the disease of addiction; I have a passion for spreading love and peace. I choose to look at the positive in life; I have a family that means the world to me; I can now love truly love myself and love others from the pureness of my heart.<br />
Now that my friends is my Miracle and I will always tell my story so that others may know; There is a better way; There is hope; There is Freedom!<br />
Yes I am over-flowing with GRATITUDE THIS MORNING!<br />
Have a Fantastic Friday!<br />
(((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy</div>
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<title><![CDATA[Find Your Center]]></title>
<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/15/find-your-center/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 02:16:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<div id="id_4da79742c6aeb4929272489">I am in my &#8220;center&#8221; ; my place of calmness and peace; which is somewhere I have to visit quite often at work. We talk about responding with calm and relaxing thoughts to situations and circumstances and for a long time that was pretty foreign to myself. After much effort and lots of practice; I can now find that &#8220;calm center&#8221; of min&#8230;e; no matter what is going on around me.<br />
Find your &#8220;center&#8221;. Watch yourself; what makes you serene; happy; and at peace. What makes your body relaxed and your thoughts disappear? Mine is being on the beach, while listening to the ocean or laying out in the sun listening to nature. Once you find your Center of Peace go there as often as you must. Visiting our &#8220;center&#8221; throughout the day is a way of calming our anxious thoughts and anxieties. Once we have spent our time in our &#8220;center&#8221; we can go back to our normal tasks, with a better attitude and a clear mind.<br />
Hope everyone had a productive day!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends; and remember &#8220;Tomorrow is a new beginning&#8221;<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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Find your &#34;center&#34;.  Watch yourself; what makes you serene; happy; and at peace.  What makes your body relaxed and your thoughts disappear? Mine is being on the beach, while listening to the ocean or laying out in the sun listening to nature.   Once you find your Center of Peace go there as often as you must.  Visiting our &#34;center&#34; throughout the day is a way of calming our anxious thoughts and anxieties.  Once we have spent our time in our &#34;center&#34; we can go back to our normal tasks, with a better attitude and a clear mind.<br />
Hope everyone had a productive day!<br />
Sweet Dreams My Friends; and remember &#34;Tomorrow is a new beginning&#34;<br />
(((hugs &#38; love)))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194439670597171&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/216386_194439670597171_144147645626374_458488_1226728_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="103" /></a></div>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 01:22:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<div id="id_4da793f1090db1e56394702">Sometimes I yell; Sometimes I lose my temper ; Others I am sad and afraid.<br />
Sometimes I just want to be left to myself; Others I just want to cry!<br />
Sometimes I wonder what is wrong with me; Will I ever be set free?</p>
<p>THEN I REALIZE:<br />
&#8230;I no longer hold onto grudges as long;<br />
I no longer lose my temper as easily as I did before;<br />
I no longer sit in a room , shut off from the world, filled with tears and fears;<br />
I have friends who enjoy being around me; and are always available;<br />
I am more open than I&#8217;ve ever been;</p>
<p>THEN I REALIZE:<br />
There is nothing wrong with me; Yes I am human and yes I make mistakes, but with my mistakes comes growth. I am more open today than I have ever been; so I will allow those &#8220;not so good times&#8221; to roll easily off of me and trust the process.</p>
<p>So when those &#8220;not so great times&#8221; occurr; I give myself a break; knowing that my journey is not in vain; it has a purpose; to guide me closer to my heart.<br />
Wendy Box<a>See More</a></div>
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Sometimes I just want to be left to myself; Others I just want to cry!<br />
Sometimes I wonder what is wrong with me; Will I ever be set free?</p>
<p>THEN I REALIZE:<br />
I no longer hold onto grudges as long;<br />
I no longer lose my temper as easily as I did before;<br />
I no longer sit in a room , shut off from the world, filled with tears and fears;<br />
I have friends who enjoy being around me; and are always available;<br />
I am more open than I&#8217;ve ever been;</p>
<p>THEN I REALIZE:<br />
There is nothing wrong with me; Yes I am human and yes I make mistakes, but with my mistakes comes growth.  I am more open today than I have ever been; so I will allow those &#34;not so good times&#34; to roll easily off of me and trust the process.</p>
<p>So when those &#34;not so great times&#34; occurr; I give myself a break; knowing that my journey is not in vain; it has a purpose; to guide me closer to my heart.<br />
                                Wendy Box&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194393057268499&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/206277_194393057268499_144147645626374_458244_3750623_s.jpg" alt="" width="80" height="121" /></a></div>
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<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/15/serenity-5/</link>
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<div id="id_4da793f10a0384027461055">Good Morning Friends:<br />
I feel as though I am about to explode with happiness, peace, gratitude, excitement; and I am sure there are many more feelings involved! It is an amazing place to be, one that is much different from that of the past This is my Journey; one of traveling to my center; that inner place that extends love and comp&#8230;assion, my core being; clearing away the hurt and pain and living from my heart, Yes this is my dream!<br />
I pray that I radiate love and happiness to those I encounter, throughout my day.!<br />
This is the most spectacular day and I can make it ; whatever I choose.<br />
Choose to make yours the best possible.<br />
Have a Thankful Thursday Everyone!<br />
((((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy<a>See More</a></div>
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I feel as though I am about to explode with happiness, peace, gratitude, excitement; and I am sure there are many more feelings involved!   It is an amazing place to be, one that is much different from that of the past  This is  my Journey; one of traveling to my center; that inner place that extends love and compassion, my core being; clearing away the hurt and pain and living from my heart, Yes this is my dream!<br />
I pray that I radiate love and happiness to those I encounter, throughout my day.!<br />
This is the most spectacular day and I can make it ; whatever I choose.<br />
Choose to make yours the best possible.<br />
Have a Thankful Thursday Everyone!<br />
((((Hugs &#38; Love))))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194362243938247&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/214998_194362243938247_144147645626374_458053_7040969_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="82" /></a></p>
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<link>http://wingsofencouragement.wordpress.com/2011/04/15/free/</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 01:08:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Freedom; something so many take for granted; something more precious than diamonds or gold. I am are free; free to choose; free to be happy; free to embrace my dreams; Free to just be me!<br />
Embrace life tonight; take it all in, one breath at a time. Breathing in all the possibilities that are available to us all; Then rest my friend; for tomorrow and all of its opportunities, will soon begin.<br />
Sweet Dreams My Dear Friends!<br />
((((Hugs &#38; love)))))<br />
Wendy</p>
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<div><a title="Freedom; something so many take for granted; something more precious than diamonds or gold.  I am are free; free to choose; free to be happy; free to embrace my dreams; Free to just be me!<br />
Embrace life tonight; take it all in, one breath at a time. Breathing in all the possibilities that are available to us all;  Then rest my friend; for tomorrow and all of its opportunities,  will soon begin.<br />
Sweet Dreams My Dear Friends!<br />
((((Hugs &#38; love)))))<br />
Wendy&#8221; href=&#8221;http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=194251337282671&#38;set=a.144174675623671.22365.144147645626374&#38;type=1&#38;ref=nf&#8221; rel=&#8221;theater&#8221;><img src="http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/208077_194251337282671_144147645626374_457425_6811537_s.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="105" /></a></div>
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