December 2007
Dear Friends & Family,
This Holiday Season marks the end of 2007. Along with the Holiday festivities, comes a time for reflection and an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends.
This has been an AMAZING year of learning and growth for me. I have come to appreciate this quote: "Life is the Hardest Teacher, it gives the Test first, the lesson after." (I do not know the author)
2007 began with the decision to end the union between Scott and I. We both touched each other's lives for a reason, but ultimately our 'lessons yet to be learned' led us on different paths. Our divorce was finalized in February. Logan and Sierra (pictured above) have adjusted to the changes, but look forward to every opportunity to visit with Scott. Logan, Sierra, and I have remained in the "work-in-progress" house on Nolin Road.
Change often leads to other doors of opportunity. One of which was to spend time exploring and re-evaluating ME--I have read books, met new people, reconnected with old friends, discussed new ideas, and traveled extensively. I could fill pages, but I'll mention just a few:
* New Favorite Books: "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolean Hill, "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olsen, " Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki , "Love Languages" by Gary Chapman
* New Favorite Movies: " The Secret" and "Facing the Giants"
* New Favorite Singer: Dixie Trahan
* Same Favorite Pastime: Talking & Visiting with Friends
I am currently working at a local rural hospital in a neighboring county. I am the only Occupational Therapist and have 1 assistant. I have been there a year and a half. Although I miss the friends I made while working at the nursing home, I have made new friends and enjoy the stimulating challenges that come with in-patient, out-patient, and home-health clients. This is exactly where I need to be during this time of my life.
Another change was my decision to pursue a self-education in marketing and business (ironic I know to those aware of my previous aversion to such). Although I enjoy my career in OT, I want to expand my knowledge and skills. Learning about business and economics will strengthen my financial skills. I have also discovered marketing to be a good fit for my creativity and love of communicating with people. True marketing is communication, and does not require pushy, aggressive sales. I am currently working with a line of nutritional and health products thru the Vitamark Corp. (A congruent fit with my primary focus this year on my personal health and fitness-- a work in progress.) So if any of you know someone looking to make changes in their health or would be interested in sampling new prodects--feel free to pass on my name and contact information.
Highlights of My Year include:
*Watching Ean (my nephew) rise to the responsibility of "Big-Brother"
*Visiting Tampa, FL and eating Grouper for the 1st time
*Watching my brother give the Sunday sermon in his congregation
*Learning to cook with Super Soy (dehydrated meat substitute)
*Getting a new hairstyle in Detroit
*A boat ride on a North Carolina lake with my Dad and nephew Ean
*A new niece, Lydia born on 7/5/07 (my step-brother's little girl)
*My friend from NY moving to Glendale, KY (only 6 miles away)
*A greater appreciation for the details
*Losing 40 lbs
*The privilege of proof-reading a friend's autobiography
*Watching my little sister Melissa successfully tackle the challenges of college while working full-time
*Watching Eli (my youngest nephew, 16 months) learn to walk & shoot a basketball *grin*
One of the Biggest Highlights of 2007 was my first cruise to the Carribean. I traveled on Norwegian Cruise Lines to Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, and Cozumel. My adventures included swimming with the dolphins and parasailing! This trip also afforded me the opportunity to re-connect with a friend and former college roommate Sara. I had an amazing time and will definitely cruise again.
PS- I now use email on a regular basis, so feel free to email me anytime: llucas.success@gmail.com
OR. . . check out my latest posts at "YourFriendinKY.blogspot.com"
My other sites: "successtransformations.vitamark.com" & "CraveTheRush.com"
Dear Friends & Family,
This Holiday Season marks the end of 2007. Along with the Holiday festivities, comes a time for reflection and an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends.
This has been an AMAZING year of learning and growth for me. I have come to appreciate this quote: "Life is the Hardest Teacher, it gives the Test first, the lesson after." (I do not know the author)
2007 began with the decision to end the union between Scott and I. We both touched each other's lives for a reason, but ultimately our 'lessons yet to be learned' led us on different paths. Our divorce was finalized in February. Logan and Sierra (pictured above) have adjusted to the changes, but look forward to every opportunity to visit with Scott. Logan, Sierra, and I have remained in the "work-in-progress" house on Nolin Road.
Change often leads to other doors of opportunity. One of which was to spend time exploring and re-evaluating ME--I have read books, met new people, reconnected with old friends, discussed new ideas, and traveled extensively. I could fill pages, but I'll mention just a few:
* New Favorite Books: "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolean Hill, "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olsen, " Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki , "Love Languages" by Gary Chapman
* New Favorite Movies: " The Secret" and "Facing the Giants"
* New Favorite Singer: Dixie Trahan
* Same Favorite Pastime: Talking & Visiting with Friends
I am currently working at a local rural hospital in a neighboring county. I am the only Occupational Therapist and have 1 assistant. I have been there a year and a half. Although I miss the friends I made while working at the nursing home, I have made new friends and enjoy the stimulating challenges that come with in-patient, out-patient, and home-health clients. This is exactly where I need to be during this time of my life.
Another change was my decision to pursue a self-education in marketing and business (ironic I know to those aware of my previous aversion to such). Although I enjoy my career in OT, I want to expand my knowledge and skills. Learning about business and economics will strengthen my financial skills. I have also discovered marketing to be a good fit for my creativity and love of communicating with people. True marketing is communication, and does not require pushy, aggressive sales. I am currently working with a line of nutritional and health products thru the Vitamark Corp. (A congruent fit with my primary focus this year on my personal health and fitness-- a work in progress.) So if any of you know someone looking to make changes in their health or would be interested in sampling new prodects--feel free to pass on my name and contact information.
Highlights of My Year include:
*Watching Ean (my nephew) rise to the responsibility of "Big-Brother"
*Visiting Tampa, FL and eating Grouper for the 1st time
*Watching my brother give the Sunday sermon in his congregation
*Learning to cook with Super Soy (dehydrated meat substitute)
*Getting a new hairstyle in Detroit
*A boat ride on a North Carolina lake with my Dad and nephew Ean
*A new niece, Lydia born on 7/5/07 (my step-brother's little girl)
*My friend from NY moving to Glendale, KY (only 6 miles away)
*A greater appreciation for the details
*Losing 40 lbs
*The privilege of proof-reading a friend's autobiography
*Watching my little sister Melissa successfully tackle the challenges of college while working full-time
*Watching Eli (my youngest nephew, 16 months) learn to walk & shoot a basketball *grin*
One of the Biggest Highlights of 2007 was my first cruise to the Carribean. I traveled on Norwegian Cruise Lines to Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, and Cozumel. My adventures included swimming with the dolphins and parasailing! This trip also afforded me the opportunity to re-connect with a friend and former college roommate Sara. I had an amazing time and will definitely cruise again.
If success in life can be measured by the people in one's life----I am truly blessed and extremely wealthy!!! My warmest thoughts and best wishes are with
All of the Special People who touch my life.
Wishing you all a Happy Healthy Holiday,
Laura, Sierra, and Logan
All of the Special People who touch my life.
Wishing you all a Happy Healthy Holiday,
Laura, Sierra, and Logan
PS- I now use email on a regular basis, so feel free to email me anytime: llucas.success@gmail.com
OR. . . check out my latest posts at "YourFriendinKY.blogspot.com"
My other sites: "successtransformations.vitamark.com" & "CraveTheRush.com"
