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Remembering Jerry Hicks

Thanksgiving had a different quality this year because of the sad news of the death of Jerry Hicks. Esther sent out an honest, heartfelt letter that was full of both Abraham and humanness. And while I know about the eternal nature of us, and our connection to non-physical, it's hard to imagine Esther without Jerry at the front of the room during a workshop...on the road...writing, talking, asking questions...holding the space for so much energy. His warm and easy smile will be missed.

In his honor, I'm reprinting his "Recipe for Joy" with a promise to live it as best I can.

Recipe for Joy ~ Jerry Hicks
“Seek joy first and foremost
Seek reasons to laugh
Seek reasons to offer words of praise to self and others
Seek beauty in nature, beasts and other humans
Seek reasons to love in every segment of every day
Look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of love
Seek that which uplifts you
Seek opportunity to offer that which uplifts another
Seek a feeling of well being
Know that your value can only be measured in terms of joy

Acknowledge your absolute freedom to do any of these things or not do any of these things, for it is without exception your choice in every moment of every day.”

About "Empowering Songs 4 Kids"

Part of the thrill of creating a new product is the sweat of publicizing its availability. Fortunately, the internet makes it MUCH easier than the "good old days" before the technology was invented to support it. So using the best technology available, I offer our press release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/12/prweb4849984.htm

Plus I had a great time yesterday as a radio guest on the LOA Radio Network. Leading Edge Parenting expert, Sandi Schwartz, and I talked for an hour about why music is great for kids...especially my music! To listen to the show: http://www.blubrry.com/player/?p=9948

The music on this album was inspired by all of the wonderful teachers I've encountered on this spiritual journey. I am deeply appreciative for the guidance and encouragement along the way, especially from Esther & Jerry Hicks and Abraham. Closer to home, I'd like to thank Beth & Lee McCain for their consistent, loving support. Well being abounds!

And once you've read the press release and listened to the show...you can order the CD or download it from iTunes here: http://sandikimmel.com/empoweringsongs4kids.html

Get Happy! Abraham - Hicks Tells Us How

Need to remember the most important instruction for living? Take a few minutes and watch this wonderful YouTube video featuring the words of Abraham - Hicks with great visuals. The message is clear: Get Happy!

 

More Reviews, More Smiles

Oh, happy day! Authors Fred & Mary Ann Brussat have now completed a trilogy of reviews for all of my music on their wonderful Spirituality & Practice website, and I'm over the moon with joy and appreciation. The Brussats have been writing about things spiritual in their excellent books and resources, and I've been a silent fan of theirs for many years. How nice to feel heard and understood by such an important voice of the spiritual movement in America!

Here's the review for TRANSITIONS - Music to Soothe the Soul, my first album of healing songs. And the review of MUSIC IN MY SOUL, the album devoted to love and raising your vibration. 

And just in case you missed it...here's the review for that started it all REACH UP, my most recent album called "The Soundtrack for the Spiritual Journey."

All of the CDs were produced with the amazing John Guth, with delicious harmonies by Lisa Jane Lipkin, Beddy Sinkoff Piekiel and Zachary Kimmel, and are available through CD Baby and iTunes.

Life is indeed good!

The Cinnamon Twist of Fate

The street-sweeper comes to our neighborhood early on Tuesday mornings. We’re requested to park in the driveway so he can get right up to the curb. It’s not a big deal to do, and our street always looks neat and clean.

A few weeks ago, we forgot to move our car. My husband, Patrick, and I heard the rumble of the equipment as it rounded the corner, but by the time we realized our car was blocking him, he’d already disappeared down the street, leaving behind the seed pods and other debris that normally collects during the week.

Patrick ran out of the house and jumped into the car. As the street-sweeper approached from the other side of the street, he flagged him down. Using universal sign language, he pleaded his case with his hands and his eyes. The sweeper obliged. He made a U-turn and the end of the block and came back on our side of the street, slowly and carefully making sure he collected everything in his path.

With more sign language, Patrick thanked him sincerely and with much emotion. The sweeper smiled and tipped his hat. Patrick felt grateful all day. In fact, he felt grateful the next day too. He decided to do something nice for the sweeper in return.

I should mention here that Patrick has an addiction. There is a bakery in town that makes Cinnamon Twists, and he’ll use any excuse to head over to that part of town to pick up a few. Sometimes, they don’t even make it home.

A plan was hatched. He would buy a Cinnamon Twist for the street-sweeper late Monday afternoon (so it would still be fresh and delicious on Tuesday), and wait for the truck to hand him the prize.

I should also mention that Patrick has many endearing qualities. One of them is his childlike enthusiasm. Oh, yes…and his generous heart. All week, he looked forward to Monday and his “mission.” When Monday finally arrived, he could hardly wait to buy the Cinnamon Twist. (Of course, he fortified himself with one on the way home…)

Tuesday morning shined brightly. We were sitting at breakfast when we heard the familiar rumble. Patrick leaped out of his chair, grabbed the bag he’d set aside with the pastry and some napkins, and dashed out the door. I watched from the window.

He waved madly, flagging the truck to a halt. He reached up with his offering and the driver looked positively stunned. He took the bag, smelled the inviting cinnamon scent and smiled the biggest smile we’d ever seen. He yelled over the din, “Thanks, man!” and tooted the horn as he disappeared down the street.

Patrick was elated. It made his day. His elation and the driver’s obvious delight made my day. And even though the incident was small, I know that the ripple effect of the kindness touched everyone in our paths that day…and it reverberates throughout the world even now.

Consider yourself touched by the Cinnamon Twist of Fate too! And please pass it on…

 

Uplifting New Novel by Beth McCain

Did you ever wonder if you have a Guardian Angel or Spirit Guide? Did you ever try to figure out why you're here, how you got here or what you're supposed to do while you're here? Good news! Law of Attraction teacher, author and friend, Beth McCain, has gifted the world with her first novel, And Then They Were, which weaves together the stories of wonderful characters on the Earth plane and the Spirit Guides and Angels who watch over them. I was completed absorbed in the story and felt loved and protected when I turned the last page. (I was also sad to have finished the book...but the messages stay with me.)

Beth, and her husband Lee, are authors of seven positive thought & LOA books, films, & are publishers of the Indicator magazine. I was a student of their LOA Boot Camp and my own understanding of the laws of the Universe exploded!  

Their website has lots more information about all of their good work. Visit it for instant upliftment and positive vibes! And be sure to "Like" Beth's new Facebook page too!

Abraham on Martin Luther King

In celebration of Martin Luther King Day, I am posting this wonderful YouTube video of Abraham on Martin Luther King (Abraham-Hicks).  Enjoy!

For more information about the Teachings of Abraham, visit their website, Abraham-Hicks.com

2010 and Beyond

Wishing all of my friends, fans, readers and visitors a wonderful unfolding for this shiny bright New Year. Use the power of your intention and the focus of your mind to create the life you wish to live. Then sit back and let the Law of Attraction bring it all to you. (Remember to get out of your own way...your own resistance is the ONLY thing standing between you and your dreams.)

Need help? Any of the Abraham-Hicks materials by Jerry & Esther Hicks feature the Teachings of Abraham. Their books, CDs or workshops are wonderful sources of inspiration and support. And you can always tap into the great work of Beth & Lee McCain which includes books, workshops (including an LOA Bootcamp), their popular DVD, "Beyond The Law of Attraction," and their newest addition, Experience Radio, featuring positive music (including mine!)

Whatever you do, remember that "thoughts become things," and be sure you choose the good ones! Make 2010 your best EVER!

"You are the writer, the director, producer
And expecter of your dreams.
You are the painter and designer
And the bright star who appears in every scene.
You are the scripter, the conceiver, the believer
And each member of your team.

Making movies in your mind improves your chances
Of manifesting all your mind can make.
Since beliefs are only thoughts you keep on thinking,
Think some good ones, for goodness sake,
Think some good ones, for goodness sake!"
- from my song "For Goodness Sake" 

For Goodness Sake

Top Ten At Last!

I've been a songwriter a long time and this morning, I had the most delightful news of my career! My music is in the Top Ten Most Requested songs on the new radio station, Experience Radio.com  My song, FOR GOODNESS SAKE, is all about how we create our lives by the thoughts we think. "Think some good ones, for goodness sake!" I'm a Top Ten Artist at last!   

Authors/teachers and visionaries Beth & Lee McCain created Experience Radio to offer information on Law of Attraction and features their great advice and warm personalities in an "easy listening" format. (In other words, it's easy to listen!)

You can hear my song (and many other great positive music artists) on  Experience Radio and purchase the album/CD at Sandi Kimmel.com or CDBaby. In a hurry? You can listen here too:

For Goodness Sake

Giving Thanks

GIVING THANKS
Ah, it’s that time of year again, a pause in the busy day-to-day activities to reflect on all the goodness in our lives. I'm especially grateful this year for all of the support and encouragement I've gotten from you – friends, fans and family – on the myriad projects I have cooking. Sometimes I feel like the plate spinner at the circus…and that’s a very good thing!

GIFTS WORTH GIVING
Of course, with the holidays right around the corner, I’d like to suggest a few of products for special friends on your list. First, I'm delighted that my three albums continue to uplift and inspire new audiences around the world. Filled with positive music, these songs carry seeds of love and joy within them.
“When I listen to your music, I am in total connection to Spirit.” — Jean T., CA  

|TRANSITIONS - Music to Soothe the Soul
Songs to soothe you through all of the changes and challenges of life. Based on the healing power of music.

"You're with me in the car everyday & prevent me from ROAD RAGE!  Could be a new market for you.” —  Marc S., NY

MUSIC IN MY SOUL - Songs for the Heart & Soul 

Uplifting and empowering songs about love, life and the Law of Attraction. Guaranteed to boost your energy and raise your spirits!

"I put on MUSIC IN MY SOUL when I need a boost. The songs help me remember where my joy lives.” — Mary B., CO

REACH UP - The Soundtrack for the Spiritual Journey

"If ever there were a time, it's Now..." Songs to uplift. Songs to sing along. Songs to support the journey for anyone on (or near) their spiritual path. Filled with positive Law of Attraction songs with thanks to Abraham-Hicks.

"I love the new REACH UP CD.  It just keeps reminding me on how to stay present.—  Judy G., NM

INVITATION TO SLUMBER - Sights & Sounds for Rest & Relaxation

Stress sneaks up on all of us, especially this time of year. Take 20 minutes to relax, recharge and rejuvenate with INVITATION TO SLUMBER, a visual and auditory vacation you can experience in your own living room. This soothing combination of music and nature photography from therapeutic harpist Tami Briggs & nature photographer Patrick J. Murphy has been called “better than sleeping pills!” It’s a gentle 20-minute journey to Dreamland that soothes stress and invites stillness.

Photographs of sky, clouds, water, mountains, oceans, trees and flowers from some of America's most beautiful locations including the Pacific coast, redwood forests, Mt. Shasta and the Adirondack mountains were used in creating INVITATION TO SLUMBER. The relaxing, soothing, restful and easy on the eyes scenes, and are set to a calming composition featuring harp, flute and violin. It's a great gift for someone you love…YOU!

"Received the package when I got home from work this afternoon.  I decided to try a little experiment before watching the DVD: I took my blood pressure (138/78).  I leaned back on the sofa with a comfy pillow and started to watch and listen.  I could actually feel myself relaxing and the stress of the workday diminishing!  After watching, I immediately checked my blood pressure again and was surprised and pleased to see it had actually dropped substantially!  (118/68).  Thank you, thank you, thank you!” —  Linda R, VA

HEART WIDE OPEN – Self-Care for Caregivers

For everyone who has ever cared for anyone else.

Now in its Sixth Printing and available in Spanish, too!

 “I believe so many of us could benefit from the wonderful and nurturing ideas there.  I truly loved it....just reading it made me feel wonderful!” - Karen B., AZ

When we created HEART WIDE OPEN a few years ago, we had no idea it would touch more than 25,000 people!. With more and more of us caring for aging parents, our best selling self-care handbook offers simple solutions to soothe stress and compassion fatigue. Unique, visually beautiful and practical, this handy 48-page pocket book, contains helpful suggestions for a variety of lifestyles while guiding you back into balance with gentleness, humor and love. After all, if we don't take care of ourselves, how can we take care of anyone else? HEART WIDE OPEN makes a great stocking stuffer!

"It's a beautiful, inspiring piece for *anyone* to use in their daily life, since we are all caregivers in one form or another.” - Amara R, CA

There is so much to be thankful for, this holiday season and ALL the time. Thank you for your loyal readership and our connection. Many blessings...