Today’s Quote to Ponder

February 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment

“The difference between school and life? In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.”
-Tom Bodett

I love this quote… I find that there’s a lesson to be learned from every experience in our lives, be it sorrowful, satisfying or absolutely elating. They all have something to teach us… about ourselves, about our attitudes and about our ways of viewing others and the world around us.

What lessons have you been incorporating / integrating into your life lately?

Love and Joy,
Kim, the Spiritual Fulfillment Coach

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Today’s Quote to Ponder

January 31, 2011 By 1 Comment

It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.
-Lou Holtz

I thought this quote was a beautiful reminder… if we go through life living each day in worry, fear or anxiety, that definitely makes our load (our jobs, our families, our social lives, etc), feel more like a burden than a blessing. And yet if we can learn to find some joy, some gratitude, some beauty in our days, it certainly lessens the other, less pleasant emotions, and reminds us just how wonderful our lives truly can be.

How are you carrying your load today?

If this quote inspired you, as it did me, I’d love to hear about it… feel free to comment and share!

Love and Joy,
Kim

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Heartsong Issue 17, March 4, 2007

March 4, 2007 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 17, SUNDAY, MARCH 4, 2007

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Hope And Healing
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. I hope they will inspire you, as well!

“Once I was in Victoria, and I saw a very large house. They told me it was a bank, and that the white men place their money there to be taken care of, and by and by, they got it back, with interest.”

“We are Indians, and we have no such bank; but when we have plenty of money or blankets, we give them away to other chiefs and people, and by and by, they return them, with interest, and our hearts feel good. Our way of giving is our bank.”

Maquinna, Nootka Chief

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! I can hardly believe that it’s March already!! Lately, I’ve found myself reflecting and being exceedingly grateful for all the blessings that 2007 has brought my way thus far. God is truly a magnificent provider, and I hope that you, too, are being richly blessed as you begin your March. Spring is just around the corner! Let’s try to remember to count our blessings daily, and to bless others in our own special way. It truly does make the heart sing!

My website updates are nearly completed!!! Yea!!! They should be completely done by the time you open your second March Heartsong. I’m very pleased, and must publicly thank my wonderful friend and web mistress extraordinaire, Kate, for all her dedication and hard work!:

http://www.WebDesignsByKate.com

If you’d like to check out the improvements and changes to the site thus far, feel free to visit me at:

http://www.KimLoftis.com

Until next time, enjoy the rest of today’s issue, and I wish you a blessed and happy March!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, I’m giving you my personal recipe for increased abundance in your life! Yum!

Baking Up Abundance: My Personal Recipe For Increased Abundance In All Areas of Your Life

For a tasty flow of increased abundance in your life, you’ll need to first gather the following ingredients:

  1. A large helping of vision. In other words, think about your dreams, your hopes, your needs and desires. Imagine all the good things that you’re currently lacking. In what areas would you appreciate having more? Would you like to have increased financial stability, greater fulfillment in your work, or more loving relationships? Dream! Imagine! Hope! Really get your vision firmly implanted in your mind and in your heart. A seed must first be gently planted before it can germinate. It’s the same with vision.
  2. Several large cups of intention. Intend to make your vision, your dreams, your hopes, your desires, reality! Take action steps to help your vision to come to physical fruition. If you want more fulfillment in your work, for instance, ask yourself what steps you can take right now to make your job more satisfactory. Maybe you could brighten up your work space, get to know your co-workers better, or engage in more marketing efforts to bring in more customers or clients. Or maybe, you may decide to find a new job or career that you find more to your liking. Take small steps at first if that’s more comfortable for you, but definitely take sincere and committed action steps, and INTEND to increase your abundance.
  3. A healthy sprinkling of patience. Abundance doesn’t always come all at once in a giant rush. Sometimes, you’ll get your abundance in small showers at first instead of a big flood. Remember to express sincere gratitude for the abundance you receive, and that gratitude will serve as a magnet to draw more abundance to you.
  4. Lots and lots of faith and certainty! KNOW that your abundance will arrive. Don’t worry about the “how” aspect… just have 100% certainty that you will receive. It may be in a different way or context than you expected, or you may receive different things than what you thought was best for you, but hold the intention to receive what’s in the highest good, and then fully accept that it will happen.
  5. Tons of prayer and communion time with God. Talk to God about your hopes, dreams and desires. Know that you are heard, and that you are loved. God will give you what’s in your best interest, and in the perfect time and the perfect way. Have faith!

Stir all your ingredients well, bake in the most passionate and sincere part of your innermost heart, and voila!!! You’ll receive a super-sized serving of abundance!!! Enjoy!!!

HOPE AND HEALING

All of us need to take the time to be gentle with ourselves. Therefore, in the first issue of each month, Heartsong will include tips with which you can nurture, pamper and transform all aspects of your life. Enjoy!

Kim’s Note: I don’t normally publish other people’s articles in Heartsong, but this one inspired me so much that I just couldn’t resist sharing it with all of you! I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did!

All Limitations Are Perceived Horizons
By David Cameron Gikandi

http://www.CreateYourWealthToday.com

Not so long ago, people thought the world was flat. They looked out into the horizon, and it appeared to them that the earth ended somewhere far out there, and at the end of the earth, one could possibly fall off the edge and die. Therefore, people did not dare to reach the horizon, for fear of falling off the end of the earth. So they stayed where they were.

Their perception that the world was flat, that it had an edge (the horizon), kept them from exploring far away from where they were born. It was a limitation that appeared real to them. However, this limitation was not real at all – it was an error in perception.

The horizon is not an edge, it is not an end.

In fact, you can never reach the horizon because it keeps moving farther away from you the closer you get to it. The horizon is an apparent end, yet it is grounded in infinity (you can never reach it).

All of your limitations are horizons. All of them bar none. No exception.

Even the Self has no limits, although it “appears” to be encompassed by a limited body. In fact, is the Self a reality, or simply an awareness of feeling? The Buddha argued that the Self is a feeling that gets mistaken for an identity (that which is ‘having’ the feeling). Anyways, that is another topic altogether.

Let us get back to limitations…Any limit that you think you have, whether it is financial, biological, emotional, or whatever, is a horizon. For example, you may have the belief that you cannot afford something, and so you forever deny yourself that thing; you never buy it. That is believing in the horizon. You believe you have limited funds and if you spent them on that thing, you would suffer and die or whatever.

However, if you went ahead and purchased it, you would find that you can indeed afford it, and because you have now created a new gap in your money, you would quickly fill that gap with even more money (so long as you don’t believe you are limited). This is the difference between those who have scarcity (poverty) consciousness or beliefs, and those who believe in abundance.

So what is the solution to limitations?It comes in two steps:

Step 1: Replace your perspective. As long as you think the world is flat and the horizon marks the edge of the world beyond which you will fall off, all other thoughts and actions will be in error. So you must train yourself to see the world a new way, to know that the horizon is an illusion. If you skip this step and jump straight into step two, you may burn your fingers because you cannot act as if you have abundance as long as you believe in scarcity. Your beliefs always become manifest. Thought is more powerful than action in creation.

Step 2: Act in line with abundance. In the above example, we saw that one who believes in abundance knows that the “limited” amount of money in their pocket is transitional, it is a river that flows and is hence not truly limited. But the one who believes in scarcity is convinced that they have a true limit and hence they don’t dare cross it. So what does it mean to act in line with abundance? It means that you will be going beyond the horizon. You will march to it and keep moving, knowing that the horizon will never be reached. Know that all resources are cyclic in nature, so that the more you spend the more you earn, and the more you earn the more you spend. Keep that river flowing. Don’t erect a dam or try to hold it. Keep it flowing. Open both hands wide, the hand that receives and the hand that gives. The faster your rate of exchange (giving and receiving) the better.

Horizons are a mindset. Poverty is a mindset. Wealth is a mindset.

Happiness is a mindset. Depression is a mindset. Health is a mindset.

Dis-ease is a mindset. It is all a mindset, with its accompanying emotions.

The secret is that the mind is limitless, so you truly have no limits except those that you have accepted as real. It is all just a horizon, and no matter how much you chase the horizon, you will never fall off the end of the earth. So chase it!

David Cameron Gikandi is the author of wealth and self development books such as A Happy Pocket Full of Money, showing many how to create the lives of their dreams and beyond. Download fr..ee trial eBooks and software, plus free email courses from

http://www.CreateYourWealthToday.com

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

“Grandfather, Great Spirit, once more behold me on earth and lean to hear my feeble voice. You lived first, and you are older than all need, older than all prayer. All things belong to you — the two-legged, the four-legged, the wings of the air, and all green things that live.”You have set the powers of the four quarters of the earth to cross each other. You have made me cross the good road and road of difficulties, and where they cross, the place is holy. Day in, day out, forevermore, you are the life of things.”
Black Elk: Holy Man of the Oglala Sioux

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, count your blessings!! Be thankful and grateful for all you have, all you’ve accomplished, all you’ve learned, and especially, all those whom you love. By remembering to be constantly grateful, you open the door for more abundance and blessings to come to you.

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

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Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!

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To learn all about my compassionate, personalized life and spiritual coaching services, and to schedule your free forty-five minute coaching session, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored and delighted to be your coach!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Kim

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Heartsong Issue 16, February 18, 2007

February 18, 2007 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 16, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2007

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Home And Hearth
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. I hope they will inspire you, as well!

“To say that I am made in the image of God is to say that love is the reason for my existence, for God is love.”
-Thomas A Kempis

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! February has proven to be a busy month for me thus far, what with reconstructing my website, working diligently on ecourses, and lots of other interesting things. I find that the more I allow God to lead me where God would have me go, the more excitement, self-discovery and delight I find awaiting me! (See February fourth’s Lighthouse article for more information on letting God lead in your life). I hope you’re having a wonderful month, also!

Before we go any further, I’d be grateful if you’d please think some thoughts and/or pray some prayers for Emily and her family. Emily, who is only in her early thirties, suffered a stroke earlier this week, and the doctors don’t currently know what caused it. I know that Emily, her husband Chris, and their four children would appreciate your thoughts and prayers at this time. Thank you in advance.

My site is still in the reconstruction phase. I apologize for any inconvenience. I hope it will be completely finished by the time you receive your March issue. In the meantime, I’m available for one-on-one coaching services, and customized meditations. Please drop me an email if you’re interested. Thanks!
Kim@KimLoftis.com

Until next time, enjoy the rest of today’s issue, and I hope the rest of your February is all you want it to be!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, we’re talking about the best surefire way to conquer our fears and anxieties.

“The Answer to Fear: How to Shift from Fear and Anxiety Into Contentment and Peace”

It can sometimes be quite easy to allow our fears to consume our lives. Almost daily, many of us find ourselves in situations where there’s something or someone we could fear. Whether they are very trivial things or more logical in nature, many of us find ourselves often lapsing into a mindset of fear, anxiety and negativity. We travel on the highway and worry that we might get into a car wreck. We fear for our children as they attend school. Or we fear that we may become ill and not be able to support our families.

Though some fears are certainly grounded in solid fact, more often than not, we fear silly things that really aren’t worth bothering with in the first place. When fear takes over our lives, it’s easy to feel helpless and trapped. So how do we eliminate fear based thinking and discover contentment and peace for ourselves?

When I was just beginning to seriously consider establishing myself as an entrepreneur with my own practice, I had a lot of fear and anxiety. Did I really have anything unique to offer? Would people respect and like me? Did I really think I could ever become truly successful? What the heck was wrong with me, anyway? Fortunately for me, I had a wonderful teacher at that time, who was herself a successful entrepreneur, and who had experienced similar anxieties when she began her own business. Her answer to eliminating fear was this. “The answer to fear is love.”

It sounds so simple, doesn’t it? And in truth, it is quite simple indeed. Like everything else in life, however, it does take practice to get into the habit of loving instead of fearing. Yet, love is such a positive way of being, and so much more powerful than fear, that I’m sure you’ll welcome the experience of learning to live from a place of love rather than a place of fear and anxiety, right?

For me, there are three vital components to learning to live from love. You may find other components that are important to you, and I would encourage you to explore and discover what works best for you. But just as a guideline, here is my own three-part formula for living in love while greatly lessening fear.

  • Part One: Loving God. I worship God as an all-powerful, all-knowing and eternally loving parent, confidant and friend. When I find myself thinking from a place of anxiety, I pray to God to replace my fear with peace and love. As I pray this prayer, I allow myself to relax and open myself to allow God’s perfect love and peace to enter all parts of my body, mind and spirit. On doing this, my fear and anxiety is greatly lessened or disappears completely. You may want to try this for yourself. Sincerely ask the God of your understanding to assist you in living from love, and open yourself to receive God’s peace. You may wish to repeat this several times daily to enjoy greater love and peace.
  • Part Two: Loving Others. I’ve found it very important to keep a loving support system of friends and family around me to bolster my confidence and give me strength and encouragement. Find two or three loved ones to confide in, pray with, cry with, laugh with and talk to openly and honestly. Help one another to see the good and the positive things in life, and assist one another through love, support and open communication. With loving and trusted friends around you to support and love you, you’ll find it much easier to express yourself completely, and thereby discover ways to live from love rather than fear.
  • Part Three: Loving Self. This can sometimes be the hardest part of the formula. And yet, I find that loving myself is of vital importance. When you find yourself trapped in fear based thinking, try not to scold yourself or beat yourself up. Rather, try to find ways to nurture yourself through the place of fear. Read an inspirational poem or story, cuddle a child or puppy, indulge in a piece of chocolate, a nourishing cup of tea or a hot shower. Remember that you truly are a gift to humanity, and that nobody else on Earth is quite like you. Find ways to love yourself, and this will be of great help as you discover how to live from love.

Love truly can set you free from a life plagued by fear and anxiety. Take courage! The journey towards living life in love can be challenging at times, and like most things worth pursuing, it’s a process, so be patient with yourself. But I promise you, the challenges are nothing compared to the rewards of lessening your fear and increasing peace, love and contentment in your life. I wish you much happiness and love on this exciting journey! If you’d like some extra help in learning to live from love, I’d be honored to be your partner and coach. Please contact me for more information.

HOME AND HEARTH

In this section of the newsletter, I will provide tips to help you to bring your own creativity, spirituality and unique talents into your everyday life, and, more specifically, into your home.

“Making Each Day Valentine’s Day”

We celebrated Valentine’s Day on Wednesday, and love, romance and the smell of flowers and chocolate filled the air! Each year around February 14, I find myself reflecting about love and the importance of loving others. I think it’s wonderful that we have Valentine’s Day; a day when we take time to honor those who mean the most to us. But as much as I love the holiday, I’d like to make a suggestion to everyone. Why not make every day a day to honor those we love?

Think about it. We don’t need a holiday to be able to express our feelings of love, appreciation and deep gratitude. We should express a lifetime of love to those who hold our hearts, and not just on special occasions. Buy flowers and chocolate “just because.” Don’t wait for an occasion to have a nice dinner out or go dancing the night away. And find ways to express your love each and every single day! If we all took time to do this, I whole-heartedly believe that the world would be a far more loving, peaceful and happy place.

I love you all!

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

Dear God, please help me to learn to live my life from a place of love and contentment. Help me to focus on the good and the positive, and if I see things that I feel aren’t so positive, help me to use my unique talents and gifts to be of assistance, if that’s what you would have me do. Fill me with your infinite love, grace and peace. Thank you, dear God. I ask these things in your Holy Name. Amen.

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, rely on love of God, love of others and love of self to assist you in leading a less fearful, more peaceful life. Reflect on the love that God and others have given you, and express your own love in return. Remember, you’re truly special, and deeply loved!

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

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Thank you for being a Heartsong subscriber! Please tell your friends, family, and anyone whom you feel would be interested, about Heartsong. They can subscribe right on the “Heartsong Newsletter” page of my site.

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It’s quick and easy, and it’s free to join.

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Feel free to pass this newsletter on to others, as long as nothing is altered and all notices are kept in tact. If you would like to reprint any of my individual articles, you’re welcome to do so. Please credit me by including the following notice with my work. “Copyright Kim Loftis, All rights reserved. Kim Loftis is a certified life and spiritual coach, devoted to assisting her clients in leading happier, more peaceful and more fulfilled lives. Please visit Kim’s website for her comprehensive list of coaching services, upcoming teleclasses, free inspirational newsletter, and much more, at:http://www.kimloftis.com. Kim would be delighted to assist you!” Also, please send me a copy of the publication where my work is reprinted. Thanks!

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Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!
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To learn all about my compassionate, personalized life and spiritual coaching services, and to schedule your free forty-five minute coaching session, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored and delighted to be your coach!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Kim

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Heartsong Issue 15, february 4, 2006

February 4, 2007 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 15, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2007

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Hope And Healing
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting.

“What we are is God’s gift to us. What we become is our gift to God.”
~Eleanor Powell

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! Can you believe that February is already here? Time goes by so fast, which is why I think it’s so important that we soak up the promise and beauty of each new day, no matter how silly or trivial that may seem. I hope your 2007 is starting off beautifully, and I wish you great happiness and prosperity in this exciting New Year!

I must apologize for my silence throughout January. God has lead me in a bit of a new direction for 2007, and so I’m currently in the process of reconstructing my website. It’s quite an undertaking, but I’m allowing God’s loving guidance to show me the way, and am very pleased with the results thus far! The quote that opens this newsletter is also the quote at the top of my new home page! I’ll let you know when the site is back online! In the meantime, I’m always available for compassionate, one-on-one coaching services, and you’re welcome to contact me via email at:
Kim@KimLoftis.com. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

Until next time, enjoy the rest of today’s issue, and happy February!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, we’re talking about the importance of trusting God to get us through the good times as well as the bad.

“Guide Me, God!: Learning to Trust God In Every Situation”

I lay awake, my head spinning with a million conflicting thoughts. I tossed and turned, my mind racing, and my heart pounding. “I’m so stressed out, Lord!”, I cried in despair. “Nothing seems to be working for me lately, and I’m at the end of my rope. I don’t know where to turn or what direction to take. Please, please help me. Guide me, God.”

In the midst of the chaos within the confines of my buzzing brain, I felt compelled to try to relax… to clear my mind and listen to God’s voice within me. As I took slow, deep breaths, and held the intention to grow calm and to listen, I heard one gentle word reverberating through me… “TRUST.”

Trust? But that’s so hard to do sometimes, isn’t it? We are so desperate to take hold of the reigns of our lives in both fists and do exactly what we want to do, that we forget that God may have a higher purpose, or a better way in store for us. But in order for us to clearly follow God’s directions for our lives and hearts, we must first really listen to God’s wisdom, and then find the courage to trust! It’s always better to allow God’s guidance to set our course through life, and then to safely steer us on our course. However, letting go and letting God is often much easier said than done.

So how do we release our burdens to God’s more than capable care? This is a tough question, and seems to have different answers for different individuals. Some people know they’ve released their worries when they feel a predominating sense of peace and well being, no matter how tough their circumstances may be. When Beth (not her real name) had emergency surgery last year, the bill was incredibly large, and Beth didn’t have the finances to cover the expense. Yet, she had a great peace about her situation, and knew that God would somehow provide her a way to pay. Sure enough, everything worked out wonderfully, and Beth’s expenses were paid in record time.

Other’s use constant prayer as a means to release their worries and learn to trust God. Prayer allows one a great sense of connection… a way to completely be in God’s holy presence. When one prays, he or she feels great contentment and joy, and knows that God will provide.

In my situation above, I used a combination of the feeling of God’s peace, constant prayer, and strong faith. It’s often difficult to have faith that God is working for our highest good when life continuously throws us curves, but faith can sustain us through our difficulties, and reassure us that our trust in God’s power is more than warranted.

When we learn to turn over our lives to God’s tender loving care, and to trust God to lead us where He / She needs us, life is guaranteed to flow more smoothly and easily. People, situations and circumstances seem to fall perfectly into position to bring us all the happiness and abundance we could possibly hold. This may not happen overnight, and we may have to make some physical and / or mental changes before we begin to experience the positive results that God desires for us. However, if we let things happen in God’s time and in God’s way, our success, happiness and joy is assured.

Let us keep our hearts open, our prayers constant and our faith strong, and allow God to safely guide us through each precious day. With God’s love and wisdom to lead us, all things are possible.

HOPE AND HEALING

All of us need to take the time to be gentle with ourselves. Therefore, in the first issue of each month, Heartsong will include tips with which you can nurture, pamper and transform all aspects of your life. Enjoy!

“The Gift of Laughter: Advice From an Amazing Gentleman”

I’d like to tell you about a man who was a profound inspiration in my life… I never even had the pleasure of speaking with him, but the imprint he has left on my heart and life is truly awesome.

This gentleman was in his middle seventies when I had the honor of being in his presence. He was a retired college professor, and was taking part in talking to my Developmental Psychology class about the aging process. He was very frail, and yet he had a heart and spirit which were so infectious that they dominated the room. I remember him telling us, “I have over half a dozen different types of cancer, and I know that laughter is the best medicine, because what can I do except to laugh and go on!” He was actually laughing as he made this statement.

I was profoundly moved by this man’s attitude. Despite all the pain he dealt with on a daily basis, he still managed to be happy, and even laugh about it all! “Wow,” I thought, “if he can laugh about life, who am I to complain? I should be laughing, too!”

I only crossed paths with him on one other occasion… I sang at his church one Sunday about a year later. Again, I didn’t take the opportunity to thank him for the vital lesson he stamped on my heart. He went to be with God about a month later, and I’ve always regretted not finding a way to talk with him. Yet, his words, and amazing spirit of fun and joy, have forever stayed with me.

When life gets you down, and you feel too hopeless to go on, try giving yourself a good dose of laughter… even if you can only laugh at how incredibly bad things seem right then, it may be enough to give you a little hope for the future. Like the amazing gentleman of my story said, sometimes we just have to laugh at our situation, and go on in spite of it all. And somehow, some way, that ability to laugh, along with a little faith, will see us through to a new day of promise.

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

PRAYER FOR TRUST

O Christ Jesus, when all is darkness and we feel our weakness and helplessness, give us the sense of Your presence, Your love, and Your strength. Help us to have perfect trust in Your protecting love and strengthening power, so that nothing may frighten or worry us, for, living close to You, we shall see Your hand, Your purpose, Your will through all things.
(By St. Ignatius of Loyola, 1491-1556)

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, find something in life at which you can have a good laugh. How does laughter help to alter a tough situation? Have faith, trust God to meet your needs, and remember that you are truly, deeply loved.

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Kim

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Heartsong Issue 13, December 3, 2006

December 3, 2006 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 13, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2006

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Hope And Healing
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. Today’s quote is really my wish for all of you, my readers, and for all the world, now and always.

“May there always be work for your hands to do,
may your purse always hold a coin or two.
May the sun always shine on your windowpane,
may a rainbow be certain to follow each rain.
May the hand of a friend always be near you,
may God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you.”
Irish Blessing

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! The magical holiday season is here again, and if you’re anything like me, you’re rushing around trying to get all your shopping done, and other preparations for your festivities underway. This is always a joyous, if chaotic time of year for me, and I usually get pretty stressed trying to get everything done. Nevertheless, I always keep the feelings of love, joy and delight associated with this blessed time of year in the uppermost of my heart and mind. I wish you joyous preparations and as little anxiety as possible, as you get ready for your holiday celebrations.

Due to the holiday season, I want to extend a special offer on my services to you, my beloved Heartsong readers. Through December 31, I am offering a 10% discount on any individual session, to you, my subscribers. This offer does not apply to packages or multiple sessions, but if you’d like to have a single session of any of my services at a discounted price, now’s the time to do it. This is my holiday gift to you. If you’re interested, please just email me telling me which service you’d like, and I’ll send you a PayPal invoice for your discounted payment, or tell you the discounted price via phone or email if you’d prefer to send me a money order. To check out details of my services, please visit:

http://www.kimloftis.com

Until next time, have fun doing all that shopping, cooking, gift-wrapping, etc, and enjoy the rest of today’s issue!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, let’s reflect on the people and things that are truly important during this season of celebration.

Gifts of The Season

Now that December is here once again, many of us find ourselves completely absorbed in preparing for our various holiday festivities and celebrations to come. This is a time of tree cutting and trimming, hunting down last-minute holiday bargains, traveling across the state or country, scrumptious aromas and fluffy blankets of pristine snow. It’s a chaotic time, and it’s easy to become overwhelmed, overworked, and dare I say jaded at times?

During this crazy period of the year, it’s important to remember that the presents, delicious foods and delightful décor, as wonderful as they are, are only material possessions to be treasured for a short time. The new sweater you receive will keep you warm and fashionable, but it will eventually grow worn and tattered. You’ll gorge on fantastic dinners and holiday favorites, but those too will only last for a short time.

Yes, all these gifts are precious, and they should be treasured as such. But, for me, there are more important, more subtle gifts that we give and receive this time of year. One of these does relate to the physical things… the gifts, presents and décor, and that’s the spirit involved in the preparations and giving and receiving of these material possessions. When we prepare the tasty holiday meals, decorate our homes and give our gifts to our beloveds, we do this with a cheerful spirit, and hearts filled with love and joy. So, in essence, we’re giving much more than material things… we’re also sharing our love, our joy, and our whole hearts as well. Because we give and receive love and joy as we make these exchanges, the season is truly made sweeter and more precious.

Another gift of the season is the family, friends and fellowship involved in our celebrations. No matter what religion or spiritual path we follow, this is, for many of us, a time of sharing our spirituality and celebrating the bonds of family and friendship. Our homes and hearts ring with the sounds of playful arguments, laughter and happy chatter. We are blessed this time of year with the ability to reconnect with our loved ones, and given the chance to truly express our feelings to those we care about. What better gift can there be than that?

Finally, when the final gift has been opened, the last leftover eaten and the last decorations carefully tucked away, we will have the gifts of our memories of this wonderful holiday season. We can’t go back and physically relive holidays past, but we can always revisit them in our minds… laugh at the fun times, smile at the memory of the dinners, and delight in the remembrance of the expressions on our loved ones’ faces as they opened a cherished gift. Oh yes… these are indeed precious memories, to be treasured always.

May you find great joy in all the wonderful gifts of this beautiful holiday season… both the material gifts and those that tuck themselves into your hearts, spirits and memories.

HOPE AND HEALING

All of us need to take the time to be gentle with ourselves. Therefore, in the first issue of each month, Heartsong will include tips with which you can nurture, pamper and transform all aspects of your life. Enjoy!

Giving Back

During this season of giving, I especially find myself thinking of those less fortunate than myself. We won’t all have presents to open, holiday treats and goodies to indulge in, or some special people to share in the holidays with us. This is a time when many people try to give to others who don’t have all the luxuries or even necessities that we so often take for granted.

There are many ways in which we can give back to others. Money, in the form of donations to favorite charities, is probably the first way that many of us think of to share our blessings with others. However, there are other, just as important things that we can do. Perhaps if you enjoy cooking or baking, you might like to prepare some food for a local family in need. Perhaps you might want to donate some clothes you no longer wear, or some toys your children or grandchildren no longer play with. Or maybe you’d prefer to volunteer your time to a charity of your choice. All these ways are great methods of giving to others.

I’ve also found that there are even more subtle, but perhaps even more precious ways to share with others. A kind smile, warm greeting or a friendly conversation often means as much or more to someone as a physical possession. However you choose to give back this holiday season, find the joy and fun in the process of giving. Often the giver is even more blessed than the receiver, so however you give, do it with joy in your heart, and you’ll be sure to touch the hearts of others in the process.

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

How wonderful, O Lord, are the works of your hands! The heavens declare Your glory, the arch of the sky displays Your handiwork In Your love You have given us the power to behold the beauty of Your world robed in all its splendor. The sun and the stars, the valleys and the hills, the rivers and the lakes all disclose Your presence. The roaring breakers of the sea tell of Your awesome might, the beast of the field and the birds of the air bespeak Your wondrous will. In Your goodness You have made us able to hear the music of the world. The voices of the loved ones reveal to us that You are in our midst. A divine voice sings through all creation.
Traditional Jewish prayer

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, reflect on the gifts and blessings of this wondrous season. How can you give back and bless others? Count your blessings, and enjoy your celebration preparations!

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!

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Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

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Heartsong Issue 12, November 19, 2006

November 19, 2006 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 12, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2006

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Home and Hearth
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. Today’s quote is one which I find particularly lovely.

“To dance is to be out of yourself. Larger, more beautiful, more powerful. This is power, it is glory on earth and it is yours for the taking.”
~Agnes De Mille

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! I’m writing this issue on the Thursday before Thanksgiving, and I’m floored that the holiday season is here again! This year, I’m really looking forward to all the festivities, and I hope all of you are having a wonderful pre-holiday period, as well!

As I said in the last issue, I have lots of projects in the works, which I hope to unveil first thing in the New Year! I can’t wait until they’re all ready to share with you, and I hope that you’ll enjoy and benefit from them as much as I am!

Due to the fact that Winter is nearly here, I’m slowing down a bit professionally, allowing time for rest and rejuvenation, just as mother nature does during this time of year here in the northern hemisphere. However, I’m still available for one-on-one coaching as well as other compassionate, customized services. For more information, please see my services page, at:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored to assist you!

Until next time, I wish those of you celebrating a blessed and wonderful Thanksgiving, and enjoy the rest of today’s issue!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, I discuss life as a dance, and provide ways that you can dance through the good times, as well as the hard times, with more grace and peace.

Dancing Through Life: Taking Steps with Skill and Grace

When I was about eight or nine, I was taught to waltz. I’ve never forgotten how much fun I had learning the steps, and then putting those steps into practice with a partner. I found waltzing to be such a flowing lyrical dance, despite the fact that I wasn’t then, nor am I now, a very lyrical dancer. Nevertheless, I learned as a little girl to revel in the freedom and liberation that dancing brought into my life.

Okay, so I’m far from a star status dancer… I’m not even very graceful. But my philosophy is that, for most of us, it isn’t so much about the technique we employ in a dance, but about giving it our all and having fun with it. I consider life to be similar to dancing in that way… sometimes mastering our problems and reaching our goals can be pretty difficult. And yet, when we give life our all and learn to have fun along the way, the results can be truly amazing.

As in life itself, in order to master certain types of dances, we must first perfect the necessary steps. But we don’t have to learn all the steps of a dance in one day. We may choose to learn one step one day, another a few days after that, and yet another the following week. Eventually, as we build on what we learned previously, we’ll learn the entire dance.

In life, as in dancing, we can’t always master a goal in a day, a week, or even a year of taking steps. But each and every day, we can do one or two small actions, take a few baby steps, or learn one new skill, that will, over time, add up in a very big way towards helping us reach our original goal. Time can be a friend in our lives, as well as on the dance floor, on our way to mastery.

Another important skill in dancing through life is practice, practice, practice! Because I enjoyed learning the waltz as a child, I practiced the steps often. When we enjoy a project we’re working on or an activity we’re doing, it’s much easier to practice it on our way to completing it. Yet, not everything in life is so fun or so easy. During these times, and during the not so fun projects or activities, practice is even more important. The more we work, the more we strive for quality and completion, the better the project or activity will turn out, and the better we will feel about the results! They say that “practice makes perfect.” However, we are human beings, and by our very nature we aren’t perfect. But even if we can’t strive for perfection all the time, we can strive to do our very best at all times. This is where practice can serve as a wonderful ally!

I already mentioned that, on our way to mastering any skill, it’s important to have fun. We live in a fast-paced society, and it’s easy to get bogged down by taking ourselves too seriously. Sometimes lightening up and having a little fun makes life far easier for us. Even the professional dancer knows that having fun is an important part of dancing.

Finally, throughout the good times and the bad, it’s always easier when we have a partner with whom to dance through life. Life is always an easier dance when there’s someone to share it with, laugh with, dream with, and endure with. Whether your partner is a spouse, a beloved pet or a child, this ability to share the dance of life can be of great value in assisting you to learn the difficult steps, have fun in the free style places, and hold the hand of a beloved through it all. If you don’t have a “physical” partner, remember that God and your angels are always there, willing and eager to partner with you throughout all portions of life’s dance.

Life, like dancing, can sometimes be a rigorous process. Our steps may falter on occasion, we may miss a step here and there, and we may even trip and fall at times along the way. Some of us are more graceful than others, and some of us may be more accomplished at some steps than others. But through it all, there are always things we can do to make our dance of life a little easier, a little more graceful, and a little more fun. I hope my suggestions are helpful as you dance through your own life, and that you’ll think of other suggestions to help you with life’s dance, as well. I wish you a wonderful and beautiful dance through this journey called life!

HOME AND HEARTH

In this section of the newsletter, I will provide tips to help you to bring your own creativity, spirituality and unique talents into your everyday life, and, more specifically, into your home.

Being Thankful

As those of us here in the United States prepare to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I find myself really taking time to ponder and reflect upon those people and things for which I am so very thankful. There are so many people and material possessions that really make my heart sing. I have a warm home, wonderful friends and family members, a business that I love, and the beauty of nature all around me. Wow, I’m so richly blessed, and so very thankful that God has provided so much for me!

Whether or not you celebrate Thanksgiving, why not take a few moments to compile your own list of people, material goods and situations for which you are thankful? Gratitude and thankfulness go a long way towards improving our attitudes and our lives as a whole, and writing this list may very well bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

Not sure what there is in your life to be thankful for? Think about it for a few minutes. Do you enjoy watching the sunrise in the morning? Or maybe the myriad of shining stars at night brings you happiness? You’re able to read this article… does the ability to read make you thankful? If you think about it long enough, you may be surprised how many things you are thankful for.

I am thankful for all of you, and I thank you for being Heartsong readers! Have fun compiling your own “thankful” lists!

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

A Prayer Of Thankfulness

Lord,Thank You for this sink of dirty dishes, we have good food to eat.
Thank You for this pile of dirty laundry, we have nice clothes to wear.
I’d like to thank You for these unmade beds, they were all comfortable last night.
My thanks for this bathroom, complete with splattered mirror, soggy towels, and grimy sink — it’s still very convenient.
Thank You for this finger-smudged refrigerator that needs defrosting so badly – it has served us faithfully for a long time and inside are cool drinks and enough leftovers for another meal.
Thank You for this oven that must be cleaned — it has baked us many good things through the years.
Our whole family is grateful for that tall grass that needs mowing — we all enjoy our private yard.
Thank You for that slamming screen door — the children are healthy and able to run and play.
Lord, the presence of all these chores awaiting me says that You have richly blessed this family. I shall do them all cheerfully and gratefully.
Amen.
Copyright John Mark Ministries

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, reflect on the people, material goods and situations in your life for which you are thankful. Why not say “thank you” to those people in your life who make your days brighter and your heart lighter?

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

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Thank you for being a Heartsong subscriber! Please tell your friends, family, and anyone whom you feel would be interested, about Heartsong. They can subscribe right on the “Heartsong Newsletter” page of my site.

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It’s quick and easy, and it’s free to join.

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Feel free to pass this newsletter on to others, as long as nothing is altered and all notices are kept in tact. If you would like to reprint any individual articles from Heartsong, please email me. Thanks!

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Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!

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For compassionate, personalized coaching services straight from my heart, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored to serve you today!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

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Heartsong Issue 11, November 5, 2006

November 5, 2006 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 11, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2006

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Hope and Healing
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. Today, I’d like to share a sprinkling of quotes with you, my beloved Heartsong readers, that will hopefully remind us all of the need to cherish, and find peace in each precious moment of our lives.

“Be happy in the moment – that’s enough. Each moment is all we need – not more.”
Mother Teresa

“Nothing is worth more than this day.”
Goethe

“Some people are making such thorough preparations for a rainy day that they aren’t enjoying today’s sunshine.”"When we are present in each moment, the past gently rolls up behind us and the future slowly unravels before us.”
Rev. Richard Levy

“Live in the present moment and find your interest and happiness in the things of today.”
Emmett Fox

(Today’s quotes were all found at Barbara Jean Olson’s wonderful site
Click here to enjoy the site)

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong! Thanks to all of you who emailed me your well wishes and prayers for my mom’s recovery. I’m thrilled to report that she’s doing great, and I know your thoughts and prayers made all the difference. Thank you!

I’d like to lovingly dedicate this Heartsong issue to the memory of my beloved friend, Sarah, who made her transition very unexpectedly on October 20, 2006. You’ll read about her sudden death in this issue’s Lighthouse article. She was such a kind and beautiful soul, and I miss her greatly. She was a loyal Heartsong reader and a dear friend, and I am better for having had her in my life. I know her spirit will live on always, and I believe that she’s very happy and at peace now. As for me, my heart is slowly beginning to heal, but I’m just taking it one day at a time. I’m sure Sarah’s friends and family would appreciate any thoughts and prayers sent their way.

Among many other projects, I’m working on an ecourse about grief and grieving, which I hope will help others on their personal journeys of grief and recovery. And, of course, I’m available for compassionate, one-on-one life and spiritual coaching. Feel free to check out all the details on my site, at:

http://www.kimloftis.com

And you’re welcome to call or email me with any questions you may have. I’d be honored to assist you in any way I can.

Finally, I just want to let everyone know that I’ve changed my newsletter subscription settings to cut down on people being subscribed unwillingly to my lists. After all, I hate spam as much as anyone else. When anyone subscribes to Heartsong from now on, they’ll receive an email asking them to confirm their subscription. After clicking the link in the email, they’ll then be subscribed. I hope everyone will appreciate this change to all my lists.

Until next time, happy November, and enjoy the rest of today’s issue!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, I’d like to touch upon the importance of cherishing every moment of our lives, and ways in which we can make every moment truly special and meaningful.

My Last Day On Earth: How to Discover a Treasure In Each and Every Moment

On the evening of Wednesday, October 25, 2006, I was watching the popular TV program, Dancing with The Stars, when I discovered that I’d missed a phone call from a woman whose name I immediately recognized, but whom I’d never met. I was immediately concerned, as this woman, who I’ll call Lara (not her real name), was a dear friend and mentor to a very close friend of mine. I wondered why on Earth Lara was contacting me, unless of course, something was wrong with my close friend, Sarah. With these anxious thoughts rushing through my head, my body beginning to tremble like a leaf, and my heart racing, I wasn’t really able to enjoy the rest of the Dancing with The Stars results show.

As soon as the show ended, I picked up the phone with trembling hands and called Lara. In calm tones, Lara informed me that my beloved friend, Sarah, had drowned in the early morning hours of October 20. She was only twenty-five.

Grief is a funny thing… I think I intuitively knew that Sarah was dead when I received Lara’s call, and when my body reacted so suddenly and violently. After hearing Lara’s pronouncement, my body began experiencing even more intense symptoms… moments of tremendous heat, and then terrible cold followed by violent chills. I told friends afterwards that I felt as if I’d experienced some sort of nervous breakdown. To know that my friend was so tragically and unexpectedly gone from this plain, was an enormous shock to my system… to my very soul.

Mentioning Sarah’s sudden death is a necessary, if sad preface to the primary topic of this article. After learning of her transition, I was forced to reflect on my own life… my thoughts, deeds, words, and my very mortality. Why was I here? Was I making a difference in the lives of others? Had I shown my love enough to my beloveds?

Death can be sobering and devastating, as this experience has again proven for me. And yet, death can also serve as a much-needed reminder to cherish each and every moment we have on God’s Earth. Sure, life can be frustrating, trying and difficult at times. But what can we learn from our trials, struggles and difficulties? Can we find ways to find the treasures, even in these?

I’d like to share some tips that I use to remain present in the moment, and find the treasure that lies just below the surface of every precious moment.

  1. Take a little time first thing in the morning, upon awakening, and again just before drifting off to sleep at night, to reflect on the things that are most important to you. During these times, our bodies are usually quite relaxed, and our minds are more languid and calm than at other times during our busy days. Think about those people whom you cherish most, how much they mean to you, and how they have shaped the person you are today. This is a wonderful activity with which to begin and end your day, as it helps us to remember the truly important things in our lives.
  2. Look, listen and observe. What sights and sounds surround you as you go about your day? What can you discover about these sights and sounds that make you thankful and grateful? For example, when I hear a bird or cricket sing outside my window, I thank God for the wonder and beauty of nature’s bounty all around me. When I put clothes in my washing machine and dryer, and listen to the sounds these appliances make, I am grateful for the convenience of modern technology, so that I don’t have to wash everything by hand. When sitting in a car going from one location to another, I am thankful for the fact that I don’t have to walk many miles a day, as my ancestors did, to get to where I needed to go. Observing these sights and sounds, along with tastes, smells and emotions we experience, helps us to not take as much for granted, and treasure all that surrounds us.
  3. Say “I love you.” I was blessed to grow up in a household where we all told one another how much we loved each other. Sometimes, it’s hard to tell those we love how much they mean to us. We all grow frustrated with our friends and family members, and we may disagree with them on some things, but showing our love can truly make all the difference in our relationships. Expressing our love in our words and actions is a way to make everyone feel good, and deep down inside, people truly do appreciate knowing that they are loved and cherished, even if they don’t know how to show their love themselves.
  4. Perform kind acts. Sometimes, we forget how rewarding it can be to witness the smile or “thank you” of a stranger when we do something kind for them. Yet, this is another fabulous way to help make every moment count, and find the treasure that lies within each moment. Volunteer your time, give to a charity you appreciate, mentor kids or teens, beautify your community in some way… the possibilities are endless!
  5. Find the lesson. Even as my heart goes through it’s process of healing after Sarah’s death, I look for the lessons I have learned from having this experience. In my case, I am learning to be more gentle, to say “I love you” more, to show my affection more often, and, as this article shows, to cherish each moment as much as possible. I often ask myself, “If this was my last day on Earth, how would I live it to the fullest? What would I say and do?” At first, this might seem rather morbid, but I have found it helpful in that it reminds me to cherish all the experiences that occur in my life, and assists me in being the kindest, most compassionate and most loving person I can be, no matter the circumstances. What lessons can you learn from your own current life situations and circumstances?

To close, I’d like to give you an affirmation, which I often use to get centered in the present moment. “I cherish this present moment, no matter its difficulties. I seek to find the treasures that lie beneath the surface of this moment. I am at peace, and God loves me and is with me, now and in all moments to come.”

May you find peace and joy in your present moment. I wish you courage, strength and fortitude. I love you.

HOPE AND HEALING

All of us need to take the time to be gentle with ourselves. Therefore, in the first issue of each month, Heartsong will include tips with which you can nurture, pamper and transform all aspects of your life. Enjoy!

Writing Out Our Grief

I am a huge advocate of writing, no matter what may be occurring in our lives. During times of joy or sorrow, I find that writing down my thoughts, emotions and activities is a highly fortifying and soul-healing activity. During periods of grieving, I find writing to be particularly soothing and calming to my spirit.

Let me stress that, if you choose to journal about your grief, it doesn’t have to be Pulitzer Prize writing that you do. This is writing for YOU! It doesn’t have to be perfect, polished, or even to make any sense to anyone else. It can be poetry, prose, drawings, or stream of consciousness thoughts and feelings. The important thing is that it helps you to put your grief in perspective and get it out of your head and heart, and onto paper. This externalizing of grief can be extremely healing, as it tends to make many people feel lighter, less stressed, and perhaps even a little less sad.

Writing, for me, is a symbolic way of grieving… it’s as if I’m crying my tears onto paper. But I also try to write down things about my lost loved one that makes me smile, that makes me laugh, and that bring me joy. This is yet another step in the healing process on a “grief journey.”

May your writing bring you comfort and healing as you journey towards recovery.

Note: I’m considering putting together a teleclass series on writing to heal grief. It would be about four weeks long, and would cover ways that writing can help to heal our hearts as we grieve. Please let me know if you’d be interested in such a class, and ask your friends and others you know, as well. You can email me at:
Kim@KimLoftis.com
I look forward to hearing your thoughts.

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

I open my heart to You, dear God, and let Your peace fill my being. In Your presence, I am peaceful, poised, confident, and strong.

I relax in Your loving care, dear God, and release all my cares to You, knowing that You are upholding me and sustaining me in all that I do.

As I keep my heart and mind centered in You, God, I feel Your peace infusing my entire being and keeping me serene and secure.

To You, beloved God, I release all sense of turmoil. In the comfort of Your presence, I am content and peaceful.

God, Your presence calms me, quiets the storms around me, and leads me to a place of perfect peace. As I center myself in Your peaceful presence, I let go of every concern and relax in the safety of Your love.

(Today’s Prayer is Taken from:
http://www.unityonline.org )

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, reflect on those people and things which you cherish most. Share your love with others, and treasure each passing moment. What ways can you find to make every moment precious?

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

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Thank you for being a Heartsong subscriber! Please tell your friends, family, and anyone whom you feel would be interested, about Heartsong. They can subscribe right on the “Heartsong Newsletter” page of my site.

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It’s quick and easy, and it’s free to join.

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Feel free to pass this newsletter on to others, as long as nothing is altered and all notices are kept in tact. If you would like to reprint any individual articles from Heartsong, please email me. Thanks!

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Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!

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For compassionate, personalized coaching services straight from my heart, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored to serve you today!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Filed Under: Heartsong Newsletter Archives, Inspiration, Personal Empowerment, Quotes to Inspire

Heartsong Issue 10, September 17, 2006

September 17, 2006 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 10, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2006

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Home And Hearth
Prayer From The Heart
Heartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. Today’s quote reminds us of the need for joy in our lives and world, and how, in truth, joy lies all around us.

“The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.”
Henry Ward Beecher

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong. September is flying by quickly for me, and, as it is one of my favorite months of the year, I’m cherishing every moment. We’re getting an abundance of rain, but are anticipating some sunshine to grace us very shortly.

I want to apologize again for having to revise my teleclass schedule. If you go to:

http://www.seminarannouncer.com

and look up my classes in the “personal development” section, I’ve gotten those dates corrected. The dates on my site have also been corrected. As I mentioned in my previous email, the dial-in numbers and actual class times will remain the same, and only the dates will change. Thanks for your understanding.

My next teleclass is “Taking the Stress Out of Stress: How to Turn Your Stress Into Bliss.” The new revised time is Thursday, September 21, at 8:00 PM, ET. We all lead hectic, stress-filled lives, and in this class, I give some great tips on how to take your stress and turn it into something positive and motivational. Come join the fun! You may register at:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I look forward to meeting you in class.

Finally, I would be very grateful if you could please take a minute out of your day to join me in saying a prayer or thinking a thought for my dear friend and web mistress, Kate, and her family. They’re going through a difficult period right now, and I know any thoughts and prayers for healing, joy and resolution would be greatly appreciated. Thank you all very much.

Also, you may visit Kate’s wonderful site, Soul Kisses, at:

http://www.soulkisses.com

Until next time, enjoy the rest of today’s issue!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, we’re going to talk about joy, it’s importance in our lives, and how to receive more of it each and every day!

Overflowing Joy: How To Fill Your Life with Joy, Each and Every Day

When I think of the times in my life when I was completely and totally filled to the brim with joy, I always smile and thank God for such joyful moments. I’m sure those of you reading this article can relate to that. When we are joyful, we feel as if we’ve got the world on a string, so to speak. We know that life is great, that things can only get better, and that others will pick up on our joy and begin to feel great, too!

Unfortunately, most of us have trouble hanging on to those joyful moments. They’re there one minute, and the next… poof, we feel rotten and depressed, and are left wondering, “Where did my joy go?”

The good news is, there are tools we can use to assist us in staying more joyous, more often! Staying in joy all the time is a process, and it takes work and practice. But the more we can live in joy, the happier, healthier and more abundant our lives will be. Here are some tips to help you learn to live life from a place of overflowing joy.

  • Remember your joyful moments. I already mentioned this tip earlier in passing. When we remember past experiences or circumstances that put us in a place of joy, just the memory of that joy draws more joy to us. When we are thinking of a joyful situation, we open ourselves to feel that joy again. Remembering past joys is like turning on a faucet that pours more joy into our present lives. Think about your joyful moments often, and feel what a great difference it makes in the joy you experience right now.
  • Find joyful companions. If you constantly spend time with people who are complaining about how bad, empty and unproductive their lives are, their negativity will bring you down and make you feel unhappy, as well. In contrast, if you choose to spend time with people who are always looking at the positive, who see their glass as half-full, and who are striving to make their lives more fulfilled, their enthusiasm and positive attitudes will raise your spirits and bring you more joy, just by association. Joy is contagious! If you’re open to receiving the joy of others, you will become more joyful.
  • Do things that bring you joy. Find joyful activities to engage in during your spare time. If you don’t have any spare time… make some! We all need to take a few minutes each day to do things that bring us joy. Read a chapter of a beloved book, watch a favorite show on TV, indulge in a favorite food, or go for a walk and enjoy the beauty around you. If you take some time to think about it, you can find an activity that will bring more joy into your days.
  • Find joy in the activities that aren’t so joyful. This one can be tough. However, if you want to be more joyous more often, it’s important to find joy in all that we do. If you’re doing laundry, for instance, think of the joy found in the ability to wear fresh clean clothes. If you have a job you don’t find joy in, find something about your work that can bring you happiness, such as that you’re able to help others in some way, etc. Find what works for you.
  • Laugh as often as possible. Laughter is a fantastic time of joy! Children laugh hundreds of times each day, but as adults, it’s often something we don’t do enough in our lives. Allow yourself to laugh openly, fully and often. The joy that laughter will bring you is immense!

I wish you days filled with overflowing joy!

Also, remember that I offer personalized Abundant Joy coaching services, which may be of great assistance in helping you to discover and cultivate more joy in your life. Call or email me for more information, or to set up a free forty-five minute coaching session to see whether coaching is right for you.

Also, while we’re on the topic of joy, here’s a lovely website that I discovered while searching for the perfect joy quote for today’s issue.
Check it out.

HOME AND HEARTH

In this section of the newsletter, I will provide tips to help you to bring your own creativity, spirituality and unique talents into your everyday life, and, more specifically, into your home.

A Gentle Glow: Using Candles to Warm Your Home’s Atmosphere

Candles have all kinds of wonderful uses, and are terrific home accents. They come in all colors, shapes, sizes, and many are aromatic, as well. There uses range from racing your dining room table, to creating a rich ambiance for a romantic evening. Aromatic candles can enrich our homes with uplifting fragrances. Depending on the color, candles can either raise our spirits with lovely reds and royal purples, or soothe our souls with cool blues or delicate silvers.

A technique I once learned involving candles, is to use them in meditation. By concentrating on a gently glowing candle flame, and allowing our thoughts to melt away in the process, we can achieve a relaxing and/or meditative state, helping us to reduce our stress levels and increase our well-being.

My beloved Cherokee mentor has often told me that by keeping a candle lit, it lets the spirits of our ancestors know that they are welcome in our homes at all times. Candles are welcoming in general, and so you may want to light a few when guests or family members pay you a visit. They tend to lighten and brighten the mood of any gathering.

Enjoy using candles to warm and brighten your home’s atmosphere.

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

“Oh that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory; that Your hand would be with me and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!”
The Prayer of Jabez (1 Chronicles 4:10)

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, reflect on the joys in your life, both past, present and future. What people, places and circumstances bring you joy? What ways can you think of to increase your joy and the joy of your loved ones?

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

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Thank you for being a Heartsong subscriber! Please tell your friends, family, and anyone whom you feel would be interested, about Heartsong. They can subscribe right on the “Heartsong Newsletter” page of my site.

http://www.kimloftis.com

It’s quick and easy, and it’s free to join.

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Feel free to pass this newsletter on to others, as long as nothing is altered and all notices are kept in tact. If you would like to reprint any individual articles from Heartsong, please email me. Thanks!

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Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance!

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For compassionate, personalized coaching services straight from my heart, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored to serve you today!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Filed Under: Abundant Joy, Heartsong Newsletter Archives, Inspiration, Personal Empowerment, Quotes to Inspire

Heartsong Issue 9, September 3, 2006

September 3, 2006 By Leave a Comment

HEARTSONG, ISSUE 9, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2006

Welcome to Heartsong!!!

In This Issue:
Quote From The Heart
A Note From Kim
From The Lighthouse, With Love
Hope And Healing
Prayer From The HeartHeartsong Reflection

QUOTE FROM THE HEART

In each issue of Heartsong, I will open with a quote, poem or lyric, which I have found inspiring and uplifting. Today’s quote comes from my favorite poet, and describes what friendship meant to him. I’ve always loved this one, and hope you will, too.

“Think where mans glory most begins and ends, and say my glory was I had such friends.”
William Butler Yeats

A NOTE FROM KIM

Welcome to today’s issue of Heartsong. September has arrived, and with it, a lot of rain! September is one of my favorite months, as it usually brings us cooler weather and the first touch of Fall. I hope you can find a special way to revel in the beauty of September, as well.

From the contents at the top of this issue, you may have noticed that there has been a change to Heartsong. I’m discovering that the length and depth of this newsletter is quite ambitious, especially given that it comes out twice monthly. Therefore, I’ve decided to keep all the Heartsong content, but divide it between the first and second issue of each month. So, in the first issue each month, after the Lighthouse article, the Hope and Healing section will be featured. In the second issue of each month, after the Lighthouse article, the Home and Hearth section will feature. I hope everyone will be pleased with the change… it shortens the newsletter a bit, while giving a bit of variety to the various issues. Enjoy the new format, and, as always, your questions and comments are welcomed and appreciated.

My revised schedule of teleclasses is now up on the site! I hope many of you will be able to attend, as these classes are informative, exciting, and lots of fun! They’re also a great way for us to get to know one another. On Tuesday, September 5, at 8 PM ET, I’ll be holding my class on intuition, which got a great response the last time. Then, on Wednesday, September 13, at 8 PM ET, I’ll be holding my class on Extra Sensory Perception. This time around, both classes are free to attend, so come, tell your friends to come, and let’s learn together and have some fun! For more information, and to register, please visit:

http://www.kimloftis.com

and click on “Classes and Events.” I look forward to seeing you in class

Finally, if you’re enjoying reading Heartsong, I’d be honored and grateful if you would please rate it at the Ezine Finder:

http://www.ezinefinder.com/vote.html?pub_code=hearts

More to announce in the next issue… stay tuned!

Until then, enjoy the rest of today’s issue!

Love,
Kim

FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE, WITH LOVE

A lighthouse serves as a beacon of hope in a violent storm. A lighthouse sheds light on our worries and troubles, and brings us joy and peace. Therefore, in each Heartsong issue, I will include an article, which will help to guide you through the dark and troubled times, or lighten and brighten your heart and life in a special way. In today’s Lighthouse article, I’d like to address the need for solid support systems in our lives, and the blessings we receive from those support systems.

Where Two or More Are Gathered: The Inordinate Value of Support Systems In Our Lives

I saw a statistic recently that startled and saddened me. It stated that more than 25% of Americans feel lonely. When I saw this, I thought to myself, “No wonder there are so many feelings of sadness, hopelessness and depression in the world!”

When we don’t have friends with whom to share our joys, our woes, our hopes and dreams, we tend to isolate ourselves in shells of deep oppression and withdrawal. We begin to feel useless, unworthy and unneeded. Having no friends to talk to makes us embittered, angry and often fills us with self-loathing or loathing for others.

But I don’t want to dwell on the negative effects so often caused by loneliness and the resultant isolation. Rather, I’d like to address the positive effects… the joy and blessings, that are found when one is able to implement a strong and loving support system into his or her daily life.

When we have people around us who love and respect us, with whom we can share, vent, laugh and confide, this increases our confidence levels, raises our self-esteem, and helps us to love and appreciate ourselves and others more deeply. When we have a good support system, we have people around us who will listen deeply, love unconditionally, and “support” completely.

So how can we find this support system, or strengthen the one we already have in place? Why not get in touch with some old friends with whom you share common interests and deep bonds? “But,” you may be thinking, “I haven’t talked to Joe in five, ten, thirty years.” Get in touch anyway. There’s a good chance that your old friend will be delighted to hear from you and rekindle your friendship.

Talk to your colleagues. By having lunch or coffee with someone you work with, you may discover that you have far more in common than just work! If you’re unsure whether you have any other common interests or personality traits, then work, the one thing you already have in common, is a good starting place. It’s likely that other topics of conversation will spring up as you talk. And who knows? A wonderful friendship may result!

Join groups of like-minded individuals with similar interests. If you like to cook, find a group of others who like to cook as well. If you like to garden, find a horticulture society to join. If you’re a bookworm (like me), join a book club. It’s extremely likely that cooking, gardening and reading won’t be the only interests you share in common with other group members.

I’d like to add that these groups can be via the internet, or telephone bridge lines, as well as face to face. Obviously, when meeting people online, use caution and good common sense, but I know from first-hand experience that wonderful friendships and support systems can be forged in these ways.

Of course, it’s unlikely that every single individual you meet will become part of your support system. Rarely are support systems huge. I probably have no more than a dozen dear ones who I would readily include as part of my close-knit support system. But by following even one of the methods I listed above, you may very well connect with someone who becomes dear to you, who may become invaluable as a loving friend and ally.

As for those of you who want to strengthen your existing support system, three things that might prove helpful are: stay in touch, reconnect, and do both the previous with love and respect. Showing gratitude to members of your support system, along with love and respect, is also exceedingly important.

Finally, remember that it is a support “system”, and therefore, you must be supportive while being supported. It isn’t a one-way street. In order for a support system to stay strong, all of its members must be active participants.

It is my great hope that you find the loving support system that you are seeking. Also remember, I’d be proud to serve as a part of your support system, if you feel that my coaching may be of assistance to you. Feel free to call or email me with any questions you may have. I send you all my love.

HOPE AND HEALING

All of us need to take the time to be gentle with ourselves. Therefore, in the first issue of each month, Heartsong will include tips with which you can nurture, pamper and transform all aspects of your life. Enjoy!

To Everything There Is a Season

As Summer is nearing her transition to Fall here in the northern hemisphere, I like to take some time to reflect on what I’ve accomplished during the Summer months. There are certainly some things I wanted to do that haven’t gotten done yet, and some things I wish I could change, but, overall, I’m very pleased with the fruits of my Summer’s harvest.

Take a little time to reflect on your own season. What are you most proud of that you’ve said or done? What haven’t you said or done that you’d like to before the transition into the next season? How can you continue your growth and evolvement into the next season?

Spend a moment or two in gratitude for your accomplishments, and for all with which you have been blessed during this season.

You may choose to record your thoughts and reflections in a journal or notebook, so you can look back at them at a later time.

Enjoy your reflections.

PRAYER FROM THE HEART

Each issue of Heartsong will feature a prayer, either from my own heart, one which I hold dear in my own life, or one suggested to me by others. I hope they will speak to your spirit, as well.

Prayer for Friendship

You have blessed us, O God, with the gift of friendship, the bonding of persons in a circle of love. We thank you for such a blessing: for friends who love us, who share our sorrows, who laugh with us in celebration, who bear our pain, who need us as we need them, who weep as we weep, who hold us when words fail, and who give us the freedom to be ourselves. Bless our friends with health, wholeness, life, and love. Amen.
Vienna Cobb Anderson | Source: Adapted from “Prayers of Our Hearts” © 1991 Vienna Cobb Anderson.

HEARTSONG REFLECTION

Until our next issue, reflect on your friends, family members, and your loving support systems. Remember, too, that God is always with you, loving and gently supporting you throughout your daily life. Spend some time in grateful contemplation for your dear ones, and remember, as always, to show them your love and gratitude.

Love, Light and Blessings,
Kim

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Heartsong is a biweekly publication, and is published on the first and third Sunday of each month. All content is copyright Kim Loftis, unless otherwise indicated.

***************
Thank you for being a Heartsong subscriber! Please tell your friends, family, and anyone whom you feel would be interested, about Heartsong. They can subscribe right on the “Heartsong Newsletter” page of my site.

http://www.kimloftis.com

It’s quick and easy, and it’s free to join.

***************
Feel free to pass this newsletter on to others, as long as nothing is altered and all notices are kept in tact. If you would like to reprint any individual articles from Heartsong, please email me. Thanks!

***************
Have any questions or comments about this issue, or about Heartsong in general? If so, please don’t hesitate to email me.
Kim@KimLoftis.com
And who knows? Your questions may inspire an article for an upcoming issue! Your questions and comments help me to make Heartsong as engaging, fun and inspiring as possible, and I thank you in advance

!***************
For compassionate, personalized coaching services straight from my heart, please visit my website:

http://www.kimloftis.com

I would be honored to serve you today!

Until the next issue of Heartsong, let your heart sing, and I send you all my love!

Filed Under: Heartsong Newsletter Archives, Inspiration, Personal Empowerment, Quotes to Inspire
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