Welcome to SoulFULLY Living #87... (Click for HTML Version - www.lifecoachmary.com/issue87.htm)  Welcome New Subscribers! You may view ISSUE #1 at www.lifecoachmary.com/issue1.htm.  Click HERE for archived issues. Soulfully Living's intention is to deliver inspiring ideas, articles and resources that positively impact the quality of your life. Welcome to our community. Happy October!!    Are things as busy for you, as they are for me?  Since the last issue, I've been on the go.   After my visit in York, PA in September, I flew to Madison, WI to join 14 sorority sisters (Delta Delta Delta) for a mini-reunion at University of Wisconsin.  We had a blast reminiscing and my husband John got to experience a Badger Football game for the first time.  Then, I was off to Las Vegas for a Bachelorette Party for my friend Elizabeth.  Then, John and I visited Albuquerque, NM for a surprise birthday party and to partake in the annual Balloon Fiesta.  Witnessing the "Mass Ascension" of 700+ hot air balloons at daybreak was astounding!  See photos above and below.  Last weekend, it was Lake Tahoe for Elizabeth and Jason's gorgeous wedding.  I even won a whopping $125 at Blackjack :-)   Fortunately, business continues regardless of geography.  Thank goodness for technology. And, amidst all the traveling I launched a new program for Success and Inner Peace graduates called Bootcamp II - Mastering Energetic Alignment, where we're focusing on creating alignment physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.  The pre-requisite is my Success and Inner Peace Boot Camp.   Success and  Inner Peace Bootcamp NEXT Begins January 15, 2008 (Applications due by December 8th) It's hard to believe the year is quickly coming to a close.  I'm already amping up for the next Success and Inner Peace Boot Camp which begins on Tuesday, January 15th at 11am Pacific time.  If you consider yourself to be evolved, and ready to up the ante on both your success and inner peace... please consider enrolling.  Applications are due by December 8th.  Space is limited. Read the Bootcamp Invitation online at www.lifecoachmary.com/bootcamp.htm.  And, listen to a special call I recorded to give people an experience of the Success and Inner Peace Bootcamp.  I would love to support you on your path in 2008. www.lifecoachmary.com/bootcampvisualization.htm and Top 10 Reasons to Join the Bootcamp www.lifecoachmary.com/top10reasons.htm Caroline Myss - NEW Date November 8th I'm truly honored to bring you  one of my all-time favorites - Caroline Myss on Thursday, November 8th at 12 Noon Pacific.   Caroline is dedicated to creating educational programs in the fields of human consciousness, spirituality and mysticism, health, energy medicine, and the science of medical intuition.  She is author of 6 books and over 30 CD titles.  CLICK HERE to read more. Last month, the technology angels weren't on our side. Our conference provider mixed-up the pin codes. This made all participants "moderators" and Caroline Myss and I "participants."  Neither of us could be heard on the call, so I called Caroline directly and we decided to reschedule the call.  It was a great "test" of embracing inner peace within the chaos :-) If you pre-registered for the call in September, you're already registered for the new date of November 8th.   If not, you still can participate on the call.  Register today. I would *love* to give Caroline Myss an even larger audience in light of this mishap. Thus far, Wayne Dyer has drawn our largest audience with over 800 participants. I'd love to request your help. If you'd be willing to tell 2-3 people about the call, and invite them, we may make this our biggest call yet. Let's show Caroline Myss just how loved and respected she is...and make this a venue she wants to come back to again and again. This week's features... For a change of pace, I'm offering a unique feature in this week's SoulFULLY Living.  I'm finally sharing my world-famous O'Garbage Salad.   Don't let the name fool you, it will tantalize your taste buds as you're feeding your body the BEST in nutrition.   I know most of you are pretty health conscious.  We all know it's as important to feed our bodies with phenomenal nutrition, as it is to feed our minds with high vibration thoughts.   Those of you who experiment with this recipe, will be sending me "thank you" emails.  ENJOY. Healthy Inside and Out:  Mary's "O'Garbage" Salad.  About three or four days a week, I make a scrumptious salad for my husband and I at lunchtime.  When I take it to parties, everyone raves!  It's one of the healthiest and tastiest meals at our home.  Since others have asked me for the recipe, and so many of you are "health conscious," I thought I would share it with you.  Experiment in your own home.  Magic Moment:  The Mass Ascension.  Pictures only capture a fraction of the beauty and grace of hot-air balloons.  When you see 700+ at a time, it's breath-taking. To flying high energy, Life Coach Mary, CPCC, MCC             SUBSCRIBE/unsubscribe

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Mary's O'Garbage Salad I used to find salads boring.  Then, one day my dear friend Elizabeth Vargas had the "girls" over and served up a healthy salad with a variety of ingredients.  I was hesitant at first.  Surely I wouldn't care for one of the ingredients, or the seemingly odd combination.  Being polite, I gave it a go.  Each bite was delicious, and tantalizing to my taste buds.  She included ingredients I'd never thought to put in a salad!!!  I eagerly asked what she included, and proceeded to experiment at home. Now, five years later, I find myself crafting a scrumptious salad for my husband and myself three or four days a week.  At parties, everyone raves!  And, I also enjoy these "just for myself."  It's one of the healthiest and tastiest meals at our home.   It's a whole meal!!! And, what I love most, is that every day it's a little bit different...hence, the name "O'Garbage."  Of course, the O is for organic. Since I like to mix and match, I'm offering up the recipe by categories.  If you don't like an ingredient, don't use it.  Select approximately 15 ingredients.  This creates countless tantalizing bites.  Variety is the key. I love each ingredient independently, however the endless combinations bring a fresh experience to salad dining.  Over the last year, I've been inspired to buy ORGANIC. In addition to the added nutritional value, the tastes are more extraordinary. And, the bright colors also prep those taste buds, letting you know you're consuming a highly nutritious meal.  Nowadays, I rarely include an ingredient that isn't organic, but for the first four years I wasn't particular.  Use whatever you have access to.  And, be sure to begin with a very LARGE salad bowl. Ingredients Organic Greens.  Arugula.  Herbal or mixed greens of any kind.  I prefer organic.  Changing these from time to time also creates variety. Vegetables:  Purple cabbage, shredded carrots, red onion or green onion, hearts of palm or artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, radishes, purple cabbage, broccoli sprouts or alfalfa sprouts, sprouted beans, garbanzo beans, leftover veggies from the night before (broccoli, cauliflower, peas, green beans - hence "O'Garbage"), avocado, hard boiled egg, snow peas, red pepper, cucumber, lentils, corn, cilantro, flat leaf parsley, celery, soy beans, dried cranberries, figs (these are surprisingly yummy!), roasted red bell pepper, and marinated mushrooms.  Cheese:  Lately, I haven't included ANY cheese, although in the past, adding Feta cheese, Goat Cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Bleu Cheese or Gorgonzola have all added to the 15 ingredient combination.  Just pick your favorite one. Protein:  Smoked salmon, grilled chicken, steak or grilled fish (from the night before).  Also wonderful without.  I'm a "protein girl" so I like to include, if at all possible. Seasoning:  I personally like adding the salt and pepper or seasoning of some sort on the salad.  Seems to make the veggie's taste come alive.   Seaweed salt sesame seed blend is another substitute.  Veggie bacon bits are also a nice addition. Nuts:  To bring in texture and a little crunch, nuts are another secret ingredient.  Sunflower seeds, sliced almonds, and pine nuts are my favorites.  Usually just one kind, but sometimes two. Dressing:  Paul Newman's Oil and Vinegar is the favorite right now.  Pour over the top of everything and TOSS.  Sometimes I just use olive oil with salt and pepper. (Another favorite!) Add balsamic vinegar if you like.  Paul Newman's Caesar Dressing is also great for a change (and freshly grated parmesan goes well).   Yesterday's salad with rough measurements for a salad serving two.  (I'm a fan of Racheal Ray, and she often says, "eyeball it."  I recommend the same.) SAMPLE SALAD Example: Herbal Organic Greens - 1/2 bag Purple Cabbage - 1/4 of small head - chopped Carrots - about 1 cup shredded  Red Onion - 1/4 - 1/2 of medium sized - diced Radishes - 4 sliced Alfalfa Sprouts - about 1/2 cup Sprouted Beans - a couple handfuls Grape tomatoes - sliced in half - two handfuls  Hearts of Palm - 4 pieces sliced (I also like to do an entire can sometimes) Avocado - 1 whole one, sliced Cilantro - a good handful Cauliflower - about a cup (leftover from night before) Sunflower Seeds - sprinkled generously over the top Roasted Sliced Almonds - sprinkled over the top Veggie Bacon Bits - lightly sprinkled Seaweed Sesame Seed Salt - sprinkled over the top Leftover grilled swordfish from night before Sound complicated?  It's actually very EASY.  Simply load up on ingredients at the grocery store.  A head of cabbage is good for four salads, and it keeps well.  Other ingredients need replenishment sooner. The Basic Shopping List includes: 1.  Greens - the base. 2.  Veggies - buy what you're drawn to in the store.  Experiment with new items (I buy most of these once a week.  Some items like cabbage and shredded carrots, last longer). 3.  Canned and jarred items - hearts of palm, artichoke hearts, garbanzo beans, roasted red peppers, etc. (easy to keep on hand). 4.  Nuts - sunflower seeds, pine nuts, almond slices (easy to keep on hand).  I love the crunch they add!  Texture makes it interesting. 5.  Cheese - don't forget your dairy section if you're a cheese lover. 6.  Seasoning - salt and pepper is easiest.  Whole Food or Mother's Market has the Seaweed Sesame Seed Salt blend. 7.  Dressing - Olive oil or Paul Newman.  Or try your own favorite. Experiment.  It takes me about 15-20 minutes to do all the chopping, and another 15-20 minutes to eat.  This salad is a great way to add ENERGY to your day! ENJOY. ENJOY.  ENJOY.

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Balloon Fiesta Hot-air balloons are magical.  The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the largest ballooning event on earth.  It's also the most photographed event on earth.  It attracts a million people per year!!  And, this year it attracted us.  Even though it seems crazy to get up at 4:30am, sit in traffic for an hour or more, and stand in brisk, cold air -- the sight is well worth the effort.  Witnessing the Mass Ascension of 700+ hot air balloons of all colors and shapes is spectacular.  It's simply one magic moment after another.     It's inspiring to see people enjoy their passions in the presence of such a community!!  Every balloon was unique and beautiful.  Surprisingly, there were also countless balloons of unique shapes.  It's fascinating to see balloons in the shapes of a turtle, football, cow, Darth Vader helmet, bumble bees, dog, and stagecoach (just to name a few!) Here are a few pictures to enjoy.  I highly recommend the experience.  Visit www.balloonfiesta.com for more information.  Just bundle up and take your camera. And be prepared to smile a lot!!   John and I in front of a hot-air balloon being filled. Notice the flame (a great source of heat!).  Notice the balloons ascending in the background.       Who says pigs can't fly? For more photos of this event, visit http://gallery.balloonfiesta.com/view/Ascension.html

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