This Wednesday Sandbox gathering we have fun singing carols and pagan Yule songs.

David Hollies told me that he used to do Christmas big time. He had a big
neighborhood party, a fancy tree, lots of lights, and decorations all over the
place.  Since his brain troubles started a few years ago, he has had to be much
more careful about how he spends his energy.  He had to ask himself what was his
favorite part of Christmas and how could he continue to manifest that piece.
Here is what he figured out:

"Once I posed the question, the answer was obvious.  I just love getting a bunch
of people together and singing.  So a Wednesday Dinner Gathering dedicated to
caroling has become the centerpiece of our Christmas celebration.  We bring the
piano out of mothballs, light a fire in the fireplace, pass out
songbooks, and dive in with enthusiasm."

"Often, someone brings a guitar. We also have a piano for anyone who
feels inspired to play that.  I, for one, have a hard time carrying a tune, so I
find it helpful to sing with others.  Musical accompaniment makes it even
easier.  So, if you're a musician, please come and play with us.  Drums, flutes,
didigeroos (however you spell it!), or whatever calls to your musical
expression.  We hope you'll join us."

While David Hollies can't travel to events right now he will be with us in spirit and Gail Hollies will be with us in person (possibly in a sexy Santa outfit). Speaking of which if you want to dress up for this event as Santa, reindeer, elfs etc or just don a sarong then go for it!

BRING: Your enthusiasm -- good singing voice is NOT a requirement.  We'll
provide songbooks.  Piano fingers (we'll have a piano),
guitars, other instruments, or small percussion items.

The singing begin after dinner at 8pm.  I invite you to join us, though as always what ever choice you make you will be honored in.

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This short video interview with Tantra folks Mark Michaels and Patricia Johnson is interesting. (I have met them at various events many times - they give great workshops on tantra). One idea I particularly liked - would you rather be in a committed relationship or a devoted one?
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/suzie-heumann/partner-as-guru-relations_b_369023.html

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Eve Ensler writes about grass roots womens rights actions in Pakistan. Bringing in the light, bravely these activists help improve society.

"As I leave Pakistan, I think of Fauzia, Abaaz and Samar. One reveals her destroyed face to stop the burning of others, one disguises her face to support her child and protect her security, one uploads an explosive video on Facebook to expose and stop a hideous practice. Each one of these strategies involved creativity, originality, bravery and very little money. I think the U.S. government and the military, the Pakistani government and army could all take heed from the vision and bravery and work of women like these. The change needs to come from the ground. Religious extremism is a virus. It feeds on poverty, malnutrition, humiliation, sexism and fear. As President Obama gets ready to formally announce his plans for a troop increase in Afghanistan, we must recognize that putting more US troops on the ground will only increase the violence, bombings and terror in the region. Our strongest methods of inoculation are to feed, help educate and honor the people of Pakistan and Afghanistan and to support the women, providing them with resources to do what they need to do, what they know how to do."

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This Wednesday Sandbox gathering we do an erotic fire circle dance and drum. With all the talk on the lists about the Beltane fire circle I thought it would be fun to do an fire circle dance and drumming session. The fire will be in the basement so no need to worry about the cold outside. And if you chose to dance naked that is fine too. And if you have a drum and want to help with the beat bring it along!

There will be a short demo on some erotic dance moves then we will dim the lights and let the glow of the fire and the sound of the drums lead you into a sacred fire dance. A chance to transcend our regular day to day existence and connect with ancient spirits of the fire. If you have dancing shawls with bells or other dance clothes bring them along. I will have a couple of items to share.

Passion, desire to play and have fun are more important than dancing experience.

The dancing begins after dinner at 8pm.  I invite you to join us, though as always what ever choice you make you will be honored in.

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This video explains how Ishnaan Therapy (Cold Shower) works and why you would want to do it. I have been practicing this for two months and it has improved my skin tone and immune system. It is also great for showing your ego who is in charge because I have to say that every morning part of me doesn't want to get in the cold shower! And part of me knows I will feel great afterwards and be healthier. The ability to do things that are good for me that are uncomfortable for a few moments is good training for will power.

When the cold water hits the surface of your skin (which has four layers) all the blood from way deep inside your body rushes to the surface in self-defense, vastly improving your circulation on the spot. This is called Hydrotherapy. It strengthens your entire nervous system. People pay huge sums of money for what is now called "Hydrothermal therapy" when in reality all you need is cold water!

But first, before you get wet, massage your body all over with a little oil. Oil is more easily absorbed by the skin when it is mixed with water--and you won't be greasy afterwards. Almond oil is highly recommended since the almond contains so many minerals, and it nourishes the body through the pores of the skin.

Go in and out of the water four times, constantly massaging your body until the water no longer feels cold. Be sure not to miss the area under your arms, which is where the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems meet. You can even stand on one foot and massage the top of it with the other foot. Women, be sure to massage your breasts.

"Your first victory of the day! You will probably become very holy the moment the cold water hits your body, because it is likely you will shout, "Oh my God!" You might try exclaiming "Wahe Guru" ("Wow, God is Great!").  Remembering God is always a blessing.

Dry off briskly with a rough towel till the body really shines; put on loose, comfortable exercise clothing, and you're ready to do your sadhana, your personal daily spiritual practice. God bless you, you're bound to have a wonderful day!

From the Book The Flow of Eternal Power by Shakti Parwha Kaur Khalsa

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I am hosting a Thanksgiving Feast for those who choose to spend 
Thanksgiving afternoon in the company of a warm group of friends rather 
than with family or on their own. We will be hosting the gathering at my 
house in Rockville. We're begin gathering at 1:00pm. We shoot for lunch 
at about 2:00 and wrap up at 7 o'clock.  We're asking all who attend to 
bring a dish. Organic if possible. Feel free to bring a friend. Please 
let me know by Nov 20.

RSVP and directions at
http://www.abundantmichael.com/blog/page.cfm/Thanksgiving

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I see prosperity as the free flow of life energy through me - that includes money, relationships, health. Prosperity is vitality, aliveness, not being blocked or resistant.

What do other folks see prosperity as?

Last night at the Sandbox gathering we looked at some tools for prosperity

• 22 ways to increase your vibration from the book "Ask and It Is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires" by Abram Hicks
• Play your way to Prosperity experiment and Prosperity Game from  by Elyse Hope Killoran
  • Elyse Hope Killoran is a prosperity coach and has other resources (both free and paid) on her website http://www.choosingprosperity.com/)
• We did a meditation from one of the CDs from the Manifesting More Money Boot Camp II by Carol Tuttle - lots of ideas and methods on these CDs/DVDs.

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This Wednesday Sandbox gathering the day before Thanksgiving we watch the spiritual movie The Shift by Wayne Dyer. It is a moving story of spiritual growth and change. It is two hours long so we will start it at 7:30pm so that we have time to discuss and connect afterwards and end by 10pm. So if you are coming please arrive by 6:30pm or earlier. If you can not make it there is a link to how to buy the movie below.

M/M
PS If you are coming to Thanksgiving lunch and have not RSVPed yet please do so by end of Friday 11/20 at http://www.abundantmichael.com/blog/page.cfm/Thanksgiving. Thanks!

The Shift
Click Here to View the Trailer

What is The Shift? It’s the story of the most important moment of your life—when you stop striving and start arriving! It’s the choice you make to move toward a life that gathers up the pieces of your best, most fulfilled, most loving self. It’s the moment when you start living a life rich with meaning and begin playing the music you came here to play!

Are you ready to make the shift that changes everything? When will you find the joy, the peace, and the love that you came here to give and to receive?

In this inspiring new movie, you’ll enjoy an engaging, heartwarming and humorous tale of transformation on vacation. You’ll marvel at the beauty of the windswept ocean scenery. Share the characters’ delight as they receive the most precious gift—permission to follow their hearts. Hear Wayne say, “Don’t die with your music still in you” and see everyone set free to join the orchestra!

Join Wayne Dyer and a star-studded cast for a story that will capture your imagination and send you on your own quest for a life of meaning and purpose. In The Shift, we share the stories of three modern lives in crisis—a young mother who nurtures everyone but herself, an overachieving husband who has forgotten what love means, and a moviemaker desperate for the opportunity that will make him worthy in his own eyes. Every life has a turning point, a shift, a choice to make about what really matters.

Early in life, we follow the path mapped out by ego, a path of ambition, competition, and striving. When midlife dawns, we too often find ourselves stranded in a lonely and desolate place we never intended to visit. Our feelings of sadness and frustration tell us we took a wrong turn. Like a shift in the wind or a change in the tide, the yearning we feel at midlife is a call to renewal. The Shift shows us the path home, the path to rediscovering our true self, our purpose, and the life of meaning that is our true calling.

“When you get it—that you don’t do things because of what somebody else is going to do for you, but you do them because you’re living your life’s purpose—you can light up the whole world with that kind of love. That’s how it works for me.”
—Wayne Dyer

“From the moment I began watching the movie until the very end, I was just in tears. I was blown away by the story, and I’m so excited for people to be able to see this film.”
—Cheryl Richardson

“The Shift is a movie that touches your soul. Michael Goorjian has directed a visually beautiful movie with stirring music. Wayne Dyer’s message lingers with you long after the final credits. I loved it.”
—Louise L. Hay

Info from http://www.hayhouse.com/details.php?id=4118

The movie begins  at 7:30pm.  I invite you to join us, though as always what ever choice you make you will be honored in.

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How is your abundance? When you chose to be immortal you are more alive and prosperous.

Being immortal may seem like a choice that only affects us in the distant future, but
really it is something that affects my choices in the now.

• What shall I work on?
• What are my priorities today?
• How much will I charge?
• What will I say to myself if someone says "no" to me?
• How will I keep in integrity with money?
• What thoughts shall I allow in my mind?

Join the monthly call.

Please RSVP your participation by emailing welcome (at) peopleunlimitedinc.com
 
When: Tuesday November 24th at 8.00pm - 9.30pm EST
Dial in number: 1 - 605 - 715 - 4920
Access Code:  713463    
Participation fee: $0.00
And announce yourself

There is nothing better than people coming together for the purpose of inspiring one another to live better
and longer. Don’t let the hustle and bustle of life keep you from giving to your real priority, which should be
being totally alive and staying that way. Join us  Be at least 5 minutes early so that we can get started on time.
 
We will express, hear your feedback and take any questions you may have. It is going to be a very powerful
and transformational time! So we need you there and feel free to invite anyone else you think maybe interested.

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This Wednesday Sandbox gathering we learn we learn how to be more prosperous. Do you worry about money a lot? Does it seem that others are better off than you are? Would you like to increase your prosperity? Learn how our money patterns affect our prosperity and work on identifying what patterns you have and changing them for the better. We will do some exercises to help. Here are some thoughts on prosperity from Abraham-Hicks "Ask and it is Given"

Abraham: It's possible for you to hold yourself apart from money indefinitely, or it's possible for you to begin to allow the money to flow in large sums almost immediately. While it does not take time for things to turn around, it does take making a vibrational shift. The universe responds to the vibration of your being.

Here is an easy way to understand this: You do not set your radio dial to 630 AM expecting to hear what is being broadcast on 98.7 FM. You know that the frequencies have to match up. We can feel that your vibrational frequency is set on 'it's not happening.' Meanwhile, your desire is set to, 'I really want this and I believe that I deserve for it to happen.' So there is a contradiction happening vibrationally within you that needs to be soothed.

The playshop begins after dinner at 8pm.  I invite you to join us, though as always what ever choice you make you will be honored in.

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