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Friday, October 10, 2008

I Resolve To™ . . . Winterize My Home - Day 284

The leaves are turning shades of red, yellow and orange, days are pleasant, evenings are crisp - 'Yes' Fall is upon us.  The first day of Autumn officially arrived on September 22 and evidence of its arrival is now appearing.  What better time to 'winterize' - an activity that can protect your home (likely your nest egg and a major investment), save some cash, and protect the environment?  Turn off the television and stop checking your investment portfolio.  As I write this the stock market continues to tank - and the news is full of doom and gloom.  While we can't control what's happening on Wall Street, in the banking industry, and in the world markets - we can control our own attitude and actions.  The sun is shining and a long holiday weekend is before us.  What better time to do something proactive:  Givetheboot Begin the process of winterizing our homes.  Personally I'm going to tack some Fall house cleaning onto my list of weekend projects!

It's Friday - Tip Day for ways to 'Give The Boot To Our Carbon Footprints'.  In 2008 my New Year Resolution is to 'show gratitude' for my blessings by 'giving back' and the environment is one of my recipients.  I dedicate three columns each week to news, information and ideas about small, daily steps we can take to reduce our Carbon Footprints.  Consider the huge, positive, long-range impact on the environment if each one of us performs 'habitual' actions - like driving fewer vehicle miles, using more energy efficient light bulbs, and turning off lights when we leave rooms.  My goal, as an individual, is to urge others to follow my lead, and take a few small steps each and every day toward protecting the environment.

Each time I undertake a new set of goals for my resolution to help the environment - I do my homework.  I educate myself about what I need to do, how long it will take - and I post that information here at I Resolve To . . . in an effort to help others.  I hope this weekend, you'll join me and consider the steps it will take to winterize your home . . . and while you're at it, do a little daydreaming, spend a little time on your own cherished dreams, resolutions and goals.  On the winterizing front, here are some useful websites that are chock full of good information:

Remember:  I Resolve To . . . Achieve My New Year Resolutions, One Resolution, One Day At A Time For One Year.  It's your choice.  Do it today. Turn your resolution into reality in five simple, common sense steps:  Dare To Dream, Decide, Define, Develop A Plan, and Do It Daily. Make your resolution a permanent Lifetime Resolution, something that's with you for good!  Above all, Be A Resolutionista, someone who makes resolutions, keeps resolutions, and enjoys the journey!  Let's Go For It!

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Kim M. Simpson - October 10, 2008
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  • Some Passionate Causes: 1) Support Actress/Activist Emmanuelle Vaugier's The Fluffball Foundation (Raised, Donated nearly $20,000+ since 2015; 2) Volunteer to help animals and be a great rescue "Mom" to my cats; 3) Combat global warming (Recycle, Reuse & Reduce); 4) Engage in Premeditated Acts of Kindness; 5) Walk 60 miles for the Washington, DC Susan G. Komen For A Cure Breast Cancer 3-Day (2008, 2009, 2012) and serve as Volunteer Camp Services Captain (2010-2011). Raised/Donated $10,000+!

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  • My #1 charitable cause since 2015 has been The Fluffball Foundation created by Actress/Activist Emmanuelle Vaugier. Through fundraising, the Fluffball works to support various organizations focused on animal rescue and well being efforts across the United States. I am gratified that the nearly $20,000+ that I have donated and raised since 2015 has funded The Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation, Forgotten Horses Rescue, Inc., and other animal welfare charities. There is so much more to do and so many more animals to help. My goal is to donate and raise a total of $50,000. Please visit www.thefluffball.com for more information and to donate!

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  • Breast Cancer 3-Day - October 9-11, 2009 - Shot #21
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    All work and no play is an unhealthy way to live. It ultimately leads to health issues and burn out. Being mindfully proactive about rest, relaxation and fun is a prescription for health and happiness. One of my top resolutions. Here are some photos that make my case!
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