My beautiful day actually started last night. 

My Grandma (who’s in her 80’s) gave me a call to wish me a Happy Birthday.  We talked for about 30 minutes, and shared some laughs.  I told her some stories about some of the things we are experiencing with our son, including his broken [...]]]>

My beautiful day actually started last night. 

My Grandma (who’s in her 80’s) gave me a call to wish me a Happy Birthday.  We talked for about 30 minutes, and shared some laughs.  I told her some stories about some of the things we are experiencing with our son, including his broken finger and his distress with it.  Can’t play video games as well with a broken finger you know!

Then I check my Facebook accounts (I have two…private and public) and Birthday wishes were filtering from friends and family around the world.

I hopped out of the shower, and my birthday gift from my husband and son was sitting on the bed.  It was something I really REALLY wanted…one of those hand held blenders.  Mine pooched a long time ago, and I just didn’t get around to getting another one.  This one’s pretty fancy with multiple speeds, and looks heavy duty! 

I’ve been paying more attention to nutrition with my quest to bring my body into balance this year.  I’ve been enjoying reading Nourishing Traditions and learning a lot.  Quite fascinating actually.

My husband took me out for a scrumptious breakfast after our workout.

The sun is shining, and we are supposed to get up to a balmy -13C today (which is quite beautiful after yesterday’s -38C with the wind chill).

All in all it’s been an absolutely FANTASTIC day!

And, as the tradition with just about everyone on the internet, I do have a Gift to share with you too.

If you head on over to http://welcomechanges.com/products-services you can use this coupon code (happy) to get 44% off of anything on the site.  That includes all the digital products (the whole TWO of them…Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes Ebook and JOY Journal Audio Program) and the coaching packages as well.  After all, it’s my 44th Birthday.  A Banner Year!

I am grateful for all the many blessings my life is filled with, and I’m reminded on a daily basis how beautiful my life truly is…even with all the bumps, curves and potholes. 

Love,

Velma

PS ~ The Coupon Code of “happy” will be valid until midnight November 30th, so don’t wait too long to take advantage of it.

PPS ~ This is the first time I’ve offered a coupon on coaching packages too.  You could save over $1100!  (It will give you 44% off of the monthly payment plan for 6 months as well.)

An after I published PPPS ~ I goofed…it won’t work for the subscription, but if that’s what you need, I’ll still give you the 44% discount. We’ll just have to process this another way.

I didn’t win, but that didn’t matter.  This was my personal best!  Actually, it was my first International Speech Contest.  I’m proud of the fact that I did win [...]]]> This last Saturday was the Divisional International Speech Contest.  I competed against 6 amazing speakers.  It was an amazing experience I wouldn’t trade for anything!

I didn’t win, but that didn’t matter.  This was my personal best!  Actually, it was my first International Speech Contest.  I’m proud of the fact that I did win the Area Contest the first time out!

I’m going to learn more about the judging criteria so I can be more prepared the next time around.  I’ve emailed a few people for some advice and recommendations.

I had family there supporting me.  The majority of my Toastmasters Club were there supporting me.  I had wonderful feedback from all of them.  Many figured I should have finished within the top three.  Were they biased?  Maybe, and that’s OK.  No matter what I appreciated their thoughts and feedback.

My Next Goal in Toastmasters is to complete my 10 Manual Speeches and receive my Competent Communicator Designation.  I only have 2 speeches to go, so I figure that’s a synch. 

After the Area competition I was asked by another club to do my “Perfect” speech there.  I’m checking in to find out if they are still interested.  If yes, I’ll use this as one of my last two speeches to get CC designation, and I’m going to see if it an be recorded too.

All in all, I’m pretty darn proud of myself.  I believe I did excellent for my first competition! 

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!

PS ~ Got Goals? Want to get here faster? Hire a Coach!

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Birthday Present #1

F.r-e-e Joy Journal! Buy the Juicy Bites ebook and pay for shipping of the Journal and it’s all yours! That’s a savings of $17!

Birthday Present #2

Juicy [...]]]> There is only 48 hours left for you to take advantage of the Birthday Presents from my Birthday Celebration. Don’t miss out!

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Birthday Present #1

F.r-e-e Joy Journal! Buy the Juicy Bites ebook and pay for shipping of the Journal and it’s all yours! That’s a savings of $17!

Birthday Present #2

Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes ebook for 50% off, and you get all the bonuses too! That’s a savings of $13.50

Birthday Present #3

All Living Abundant Joy products are 50% off. That’s $7.50 off of individual mp3’s, $90 off all 18 mp3’s, or more than $145 off of the CD’s. It’s up to you

Birthday Present #4

Joy Journal Teleclass December 10^th. The teleclass is f.r.e-e. You can have the mp3 for just $5 (which is great if you want the info but can’t make it). Or to get you started right away, get the class, mp3 and Joy Journal for $12 plus shipping, saving you $10.

Birthday Present #5

All coaching programs for 50% off. If you’ve wanted to hire a coach, but the cost was holding you back, now’s the time to set up your consultation. As long as your consultation request is dated December 7^th or earlier, you will be eligible for this discount. If you have a group, group pricing is 50% off too. Email me directly regarding your group.

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There are more details regarding each present here. Check them all out, and pick the one that fits BEST for you.

Don’t miss out! That 48 hours ticks by fast!

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Show Topic:  Embrace Change and Unleash Your Greatness

Who is Masha Malka?

Masha Malka is a former Soviet refugee who knows first hand what it is like to be living below poverty level; to have low self-esteem; [...]]]> Special Guest:  Masha Malka
Date: November 11, 2008
Time: Pre-recorded Show now uploaded

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Show Topic:  Embrace Change and Unleash Your Greatness

Who is Masha Malka?

Masha Malka is a former Soviet refugee who knows first hand what it is like to be living below poverty level; to have low self-esteem; to start out without the language, money, or contacts and to make a great life for herself!

Successfully balancing demands of a growing career as an author, international speaker and a life coach with 3 children, husband, family, friends, and personal needs – she is passionate to show others how they can do it too!

Masha uses practical, easily digestible and fun ‘One Minute’ tips that allow even the busiest of people to find the time and resources to make the changes they want to make.
See you there! 

Her website is http://www.mashamalka.com

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November 18, 2008: Chuck & Karen Robison
November 25, 2008: Buz McGuire
December 2, 2008:  Sonia Ricotti
December 9, 2008: Kathleen Gage

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I’ve set some goals to plurk with over the cooler months. I’m a [...]]]> It’s the last week of October, and while we’ve had some snow, the ground is wonderfully brown. Autumn is certainly the season of change, and though I’m not a winter girl, I do enjoy the crisp freshness of the autumn air.

I’ve set some goals to plurk with over the cooler months. I’m a member of Toastmasters. I have been for two years. I had only completed 3 of my 10 manual speeches during that first two years. I can list many reasons why I didn’t achieve more during those two years. They were busy time. In truth, the only reason I never achieved more is because I never decided to achieve more. I was not setting a stronger goal, just in case I didn’t achieve it. I knew it was going to be busy.

With all the changes that have been afoot in my life I’ve been able to make some wonderfully powerful observations about myself. One of them was that the minute I make a decision, the rest falls into place. I’ve made the decision to achieve Competent Communicator BEFORE June 2009. I completed my 4^th speech last week. I have 6 more speeches to go, and 7 months to get them done. These are still busy times, AND I’ve made the Decision.

Have you ever put off a decision regarding your goals because you needed more information?

Chances are the information you’re looking for will show up the minute you make a decision.

Is there a goal decision you’ve been waiting on? What if you made the decision to go for it?

What if you could get coaching, and strengthen your Inner Coach at the same time?

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Joy Made Easy Intensive starts November 17^th. Set your 15 minute application consultation by emailing brandie@welcomechanges.com today! Put JME Application in the subject line.

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Getting my Toastmasters CC designation isn’t the only decision I’ve made! 28 days and counting! Keep your eyes open for something special happening November 24^th.