Thursday, June 30, 2011


Sweepstakes Contest Rules to Win a Pandora Style Bracelet (value $54.00)

Contest Starts:   Every Monday at 12:00 AM.
Contest Ends:    Every Sunday at 11:59 PM.
Winner will be notified by email every Monday before noon.

Contest Rules:
Only persons residing in the United States who are at least 18 years of age can enter.
Only one entry per person or email address per week will be considered in the drawing.
If you are not the lucky winner one week, your entry will automatically be eligible to participate in the next week's contest.

Prize details:
One winner each week will win a Beads and Dangles’ Pandora style silver plate bracelet in a size of their choice ranging from 15 cm to 23 cm, depending on availability.  The bracelet will include: four silver plate beads, one glass bead with a 925 sterling silver single core, and two silver plate clips.  Value of bracelet is $54.00.

Free shipping via USPS First Class mail is included.   Bracelet will be shipped within two business days of the end of each contest.   Bracelet must be shipped to the winner and cannot be drop-shipped to any other party.

How to Enter on Facebook:
Click on the Sweepstakes tab on the sidebar and follow the instructions.

How to Enter from www.beadsanddangles.com:
Send an email to:  beadsanddangles@me.com
Include the word SWEEPSTAKES in the subject line or anywhere in the body of the email.  Include the following:
FULL NAME
EMAIL ADDRESS
ZIP CODE (to verify U.S. location only)
BRACELET SIZE (choose from 15 cm - 23 cm).  Refer to sizing chart on the website.
Information:
This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by or associated with Facebook. You understand that you are providing your information to Beads and Dangles and not to Facebook.  The information you provide will not be shared.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Reflections of Self

I have not blogged for months, but I have lots of good excuses. But I do not live my life with excuses because I don't think anyone is really interested in them. What interests me is reading about and then embracing things that nurture my body, mind and spirit. To this end, I am sharing with you today a brief article I just read that I hope resonates with you in some special way. It is from Daily OM (email address for DailyOM is ).

"People you feel drawn to reflect your inner self back at you, and you act as a mirror for them as well."

"When we look at other people, we see many of their qualities in innumerable and seemingly random combinations. However, the qualities that we see in the people around us are directly related to the traits that exist in us.  Like attracts like is one of the spiritual laws of the universe. We attract individuals into our lives that mirror who we are. Those you feel drawn to reflect your inner self back at you, and you act as a mirror for them. Simply put, when you look at others, you will likely see what exists in you. When you see beauty, divinity, sweetness, or light in the soul of another, you are seeing the goodness that resides in your soul. When you see traits in others that evoke feelings of anger, annoyance, or hatred, you may be seeing reflected back at you those parts of yourself that you have disowned or do not like.


Because we are all mirrors for each other, looking at the people in your life can tell you a lot about yourself. Who you are can be laid bare to you through what you see in others. It is easy to see the traits you do not like in others. It is much more difficult to realize that you possess those same traits. Often, the habits, attitudes, and behaviors of others are closely linked to our unconscious and unresolved issues.


When you come into contact with someone you admire, search your soul for similarly admirable traits. Likewise, when you meet someone exhibiting traits that you dislike, accept that you are looking at your reflection. Looking at yourself through your perception of others can be a humbling and eye-opening experience. You can also cultivate in you the traits and behaviors that you do like. Be loving and respectful to all people, and you will attract individuals that will love and respect you back. Nurture compassion and empathy and let the goodness you see in others be your mirror."