Again, I don't have notes, though I'll try to give you an idea of last night at Magda's WBA host. If you were there too, please add to my commentary!
The interesting thing about WBA is that it's not boring. Or stuffy. And the group size changes. People have wondered if we are getting too big, that sometimes there are too many people. Not last night. It was a perfectly manageable group: Laurie Adams, Karin Gillespie, Pat Tante, Susan Bly, Donna Whaley, Linda Henderson, Mary Schroer, Rebekah Wilson, Jenny Roddy. Pat Moss came for her second time, and BJ Lester her first.
Pat's working with Karen Hill on a sacred journey to Santa Fe, New Mexico, in May. Karen couldn't come to Magda's because she's on a cruise now - poor baby!
Laurie's prepping for an art show in Charleston (well, Summerville) and she's also got a big ballet event tonight. Pat's a therapist in marriage and family and individual counseling. BJ's a former teacher, which doesn't begin to describe how lovely she is.
By around seven, after a few people had come and gone, the rest of us were in Magda's sunroom and the talk turned to Auction Rate Securities, Bear Sterns, feminism, racism, sex and power, and politics - presidential, congressional, and personal. We are friends, and we are comfortable in talking to each other about these things - even though sometimes, the friendships are brand new.
Now don't you wish you were there?
Next month will be at Karen Hill's on April 24. Sadly, I'll be out of town - jot down your impressions and I'll circulate them when I return.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Sale for Masters at Pastel on Central!
Pastel on Central is having a sale to help with last minute fluffing for Masters and just because it's Spring!! For one week only, lot's of great stuff on sale throughout the store including a new shipment of those fabulous outdoor rugs!!! Made from recycled plastic, they are the ultimate earth-friendly home accessory for an instant touch of spring color for your porch, deck, kitchen or bath.
All lamps are 30% off plus lots of home and garden accents.
Come in for a visit and, as always, we look forward to seeing you soon!!
Cheryl and the Pastel staff
P.S.
Don't forget to visit all the cool shops in Midtown when you in the neighborhood!!
All lamps are 30% off plus lots of home and garden accents.
Come in for a visit and, as always, we look forward to seeing you soon!!
Cheryl and the Pastel staff
P.S.
Don't forget to visit all the cool shops in Midtown when you in the neighborhood!!
Sacred Heart Garden Festival
Historic Sacred Heart Cultural Center in downtown Augusta, Georgia, will be the focus for classic southern gardening during its 17th Annual Garden Festival. Enjoy exhibits, lectures, entertainment, children's activities, vendors and tour private gardens.
Tickets
1-Day Sacred Heart- $15
Garden Tour-$20
3-Day Pass-$50 (Includes Festival and Tour)
Children Under 12-$5
Garden Tea-$100
Preview Party-$75
(Reservations Required for Preview Party and Garden Tea)
Lodging
The Partridge Inn in historic Augusta is offering a special packaging for Garden Festival visitors. Please visit www.PartridgeInn.com
Tickets
1-Day Sacred Heart- $15
Garden Tour-$20
3-Day Pass-$50 (Includes Festival and Tour)
Children Under 12-$5
Garden Tea-$100
Preview Party-$75
(Reservations Required for Preview Party and Garden Tea)
Lodging
The Partridge Inn in historic Augusta is offering a special packaging for Garden Festival visitors. Please visit www.PartridgeInn.com
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Greater Augusta Arts Council news:
-----Original Message-----
From: Brenda [mailto:arts@augustaarts.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 2:34 PM
To: 'Greater Augusta Arts Council'
Subject: FW: Press Release Arts Weekly-B Durant
Press Release
Greater Augusta Arts Council receives donation of ½ hour radio show “Arts Weekly”.
Contact Information:
Brenda Durant
Greater Augusta Arts Council
P.O. Box 1776, Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Brenda@augustaarts.com
www.AugustaArts.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (March 12, 2008)
Augusta, GA –. Perry Broadcasting Donates ½ hour Arts Radio Show to the Greater Augusta Arts Council
Starting March 15th there will be a new radio show in town, thanks to the generosity of Perry Broadcasting. Brenda Durant of the Greater Augusta Arts Council will host “Arts Weekly” a ½ hour radio show dedicated to Arts and Entertainment in Augusta and the CSRA.
Arts Weekly will air on WAEG-FM, Smooth Jazz 92.3 on Saturday mornings from 9:30-10am right before the Kenny G show. Brenda Durant will give tips for events to attend that day, but the focus will be on upcoming events, leaving listeners time to plan for their off hours. A special guest will be interviewed each week, introducing artists and pulling back the curtain for a behind the scenes look on how local events are organized and produced. Mr. Steven Kendrick, an Arts Council Board Member will co-host the inaugural shows, lending another perspective to the program and bringing in the interests of a father of young teens, looking for family centered entertainment.
Perry Broadcasting estimates this donation exceeds $60,000year, guaranteeing 52 weeks of local arts programming to the community.
You work hard…. let us make your playin’…easy Arts Weekly…Smooth Jazz 92.3
For more information contact Brenda Durant @ 706-826-4702 x 1 or brenda@augustaarts.com, or Velvet Perry , Vice President, Perry Broadcasting 803-279-2330 vperry@perrybroadcasting.net
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From: Brenda [mailto:arts@augustaarts.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 2:34 PM
To: 'Greater Augusta Arts Council'
Subject: FW: Press Release Arts Weekly-B Durant
Press Release
Greater Augusta Arts Council receives donation of ½ hour radio show “Arts Weekly”.
Contact Information:
Brenda Durant
Greater Augusta Arts Council
P.O. Box 1776, Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Brenda@augustaarts.com
www.AugustaArts.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (March 12, 2008)
Augusta, GA –. Perry Broadcasting Donates ½ hour Arts Radio Show to the Greater Augusta Arts Council
Starting March 15th there will be a new radio show in town, thanks to the generosity of Perry Broadcasting. Brenda Durant of the Greater Augusta Arts Council will host “Arts Weekly” a ½ hour radio show dedicated to Arts and Entertainment in Augusta and the CSRA.
Arts Weekly will air on WAEG-FM, Smooth Jazz 92.3 on Saturday mornings from 9:30-10am right before the Kenny G show. Brenda Durant will give tips for events to attend that day, but the focus will be on upcoming events, leaving listeners time to plan for their off hours. A special guest will be interviewed each week, introducing artists and pulling back the curtain for a behind the scenes look on how local events are organized and produced. Mr. Steven Kendrick, an Arts Council Board Member will co-host the inaugural shows, lending another perspective to the program and bringing in the interests of a father of young teens, looking for family centered entertainment.
Perry Broadcasting estimates this donation exceeds $60,000year, guaranteeing 52 weeks of local arts programming to the community.
You work hard…. let us make your playin’…easy Arts Weekly…Smooth Jazz 92.3
For more information contact Brenda Durant @ 706-826-4702 x 1 or brenda@augustaarts.com, or Velvet Perry , Vice President, Perry Broadcasting 803-279-2330 vperry@perrybroadcasting.net
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Saturday, March 8, 2008
Art Patchin event on March 20
-----Original Message-----
From: Lisa Kendrick [mailto:LKendrick@uh.org]
Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 6:42 AM
To: Vantrease, Sandra [GWM-SBPVTC]
Subject: Re: March at Magda's!
good morning, will you remind people of ArtPatchin tickets. It will be
a fun event, and for a good cause,March 20th 6:oo to 8:30. I'll be at
the bistro tonight to visit and sell. thanks lisa....
From: Lisa Kendrick [mailto:LKendrick@uh.org]
Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 6:42 AM
To: Vantrease, Sandra [GWM-SBPVTC]
Subject: Re: March at Magda's!
good morning, will you remind people of ArtPatchin tickets. It will be
a fun event, and for a good cause,March 20th 6:oo to 8:30. I'll be at
the bistro tonight to visit and sell. thanks lisa....
Friday, March 7, 2008
March 27 at Magdas!
We've set a date. Mark your calendar for March 27, a Thursday, at 3016 Cardinal Drive, which is between Park Avenue and Wrightsboro Road, near Karin Gillespie's house on Buena Vista.
(Rebekah, we changed the date you thought it was, due to a conflict with another WBA event, a CA bi (Carol Anderson by invitation) fashion show at Linda Henderson's house on March 19 at 6:30 pm. I've emailed an invitation earlier, but if you are interested in a mailed invitation, let her know - lhenderson@mail.mcg.edu - I got my invitation and there are some very very cool clothes.)
Sandra Vantrease
Financial Advisor
Investment Management Specialist Financial Planning Specialist
sandra.vantrease@smithbarney.com
706-823-8110 800-241-2401 706-722-2410 (fax)
One Tenth Street Suite 600, Augusta, GA 30901
for up to date reports or to view your accounts, visit my website:
http://www.fa.smithbarney.com/sandra_vantrease
(Rebekah, we changed the date you thought it was, due to a conflict with another WBA event, a CA bi (Carol Anderson by invitation) fashion show at Linda Henderson's house on March 19 at 6:30 pm. I've emailed an invitation earlier, but if you are interested in a mailed invitation, let her know - lhenderson@mail.mcg.edu - I got my invitation and there are some very very cool clothes.)
Sandra Vantrease
Financial Advisor
Investment Management Specialist Financial Planning Specialist
sandra.vantrease@smithbarney.com
706-823-8110 800-241-2401 706-722-2410 (fax)
One Tenth Street Suite 600, Augusta, GA 30901
for up to date reports or to view your accounts, visit my website:
http://www.fa.smithbarney.com/sandra_vantrease
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
wise words, courtesy of carolyn
-----Original Message-----
From: Tynan, Carolyn C. [mailto:cctynan@southernco.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2008 10:34 AM
To: Vantrease, Sandra [GWM-SBPVTC]; gepatty@aol.com; Bunny Garcia
Subject: Exceptional Tips
40 Tips for an Exceptional, Superb & Powerful Life
1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day and while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
3. Buy a TiVo (DVR), tape your late night shows and get more sleep.
4. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement, 'My purpose is to__________ today.'
5. Live with the 3 Es - Energy, Enthusiasm, Empathy, and the 3 Fs - Faith, Family, Friends.
6. Watch more G movies, play more games with friends and read more books than you did in 2007.
7. Make time to practice meditation and prayer. They provide us with daily fuel for our busy lives.
8. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of six.
9. Dream more while you are awake.
10 Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less foods that are manufactured in plants.
11. Drink some green tea and plenty of water. Eat blueberries, seafood, broccoli, almonds & walnuts.
12. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
13. Clear your clutter from your house, your car, and your desk and let new energy into your life.
14. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, energy vampires, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead, invest your energy in the positive present moment.
15. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn and pass all your tests. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.
16. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.
17. Smile and laugh more. It will keep the energy vampires away.
18. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
20. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
21. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
22. Make peace with your past, so it won't mess up the present.
23. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
24. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
27. Forgive everyone for everything.
28. What other people think of you is none of your business.
29. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
32. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
33. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
34. The best is yet to come.
35. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
36. Do the right thing!
37. Call your family often.
38. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: 'I am thankful for __________.' 'Today I accomplished _________.'
39. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.
40. Enjoy the ride. Remember that this is not Disney World and you certainly don't want a fast pass. Make the most of it and enjoy the ride.
From: Tynan, Carolyn C. [mailto:cctynan@southernco.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2008 10:34 AM
To: Vantrease, Sandra [GWM-SBPVTC]; gepatty@aol.com; Bunny Garcia
Subject: Exceptional Tips
40 Tips for an Exceptional, Superb & Powerful Life
1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day and while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
3. Buy a TiVo (DVR), tape your late night shows and get more sleep.
4. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement, 'My purpose is to__________ today.'
5. Live with the 3 Es - Energy, Enthusiasm, Empathy, and the 3 Fs - Faith, Family, Friends.
6. Watch more G movies, play more games with friends and read more books than you did in 2007.
7. Make time to practice meditation and prayer. They provide us with daily fuel for our busy lives.
8. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of six.
9. Dream more while you are awake.
10 Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less foods that are manufactured in plants.
11. Drink some green tea and plenty of water. Eat blueberries, seafood, broccoli, almonds & walnuts.
12. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
13. Clear your clutter from your house, your car, and your desk and let new energy into your life.
14. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, energy vampires, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead, invest your energy in the positive present moment.
15. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn and pass all your tests. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.
16. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.
17. Smile and laugh more. It will keep the energy vampires away.
18. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
20. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
21. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
22. Make peace with your past, so it won't mess up the present.
23. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
24. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?'
27. Forgive everyone for everything.
28. What other people think of you is none of your business.
29. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
32. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
33. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
34. The best is yet to come.
35. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
36. Do the right thing!
37. Call your family often.
38. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: 'I am thankful for __________.' 'Today I accomplished _________.'
39. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.
40. Enjoy the ride. Remember that this is not Disney World and you certainly don't want a fast pass. Make the most of it and enjoy the ride.
Monday, March 3, 2008
casey leonard:
I've added several names to the WBA email list lately, and I know some of the newbies don't know Gail and Casey's story.
Gail has hosted numerous times at her home, and WBA supports her, her son Casey, their family in Casey's recuperation from an accident last May.
I'll call Gail and see if there's anything she needs from us. I'm sure she'll wish for our continued good thoughts and prayers. Anything else, I'll let you know.
Reminder that our blog is wbaaugusta.blogspot.com. A few can't access it, so I'm email this update from Gail on Casey, below.
For market analysis, click here to go to the report on my website:
http://www.smithbarney.com/pdf/marketcommentary.pdf
Subject: Casey Update- March 3rd
Dear Friends and Family,
Casey has been hospitalized at MCG for nearly a month. Today, his physician gave me some good news, and some not-so-good news.
The not-so-good news is that Casey has developed a bone infection from his bedsores. In addition, he was diagnosed yesterday with a fungus in his blood. This means a new round of stronger antibiotics.
The good news is that the medical team has finally managed to stabilize his electrolytes. His low sodium levels were creating potentially life-threatening problems, but with the right mix of medications, he should be okay going forward.
His doctors are also thinking about administering botox injections to help with the spasticity in his legs. I'll know later this week when a decision is made by the internal medicine and neurology teams.
The doctor was pretty blunt today. He feels that Casey isn't really sick enough to be in a hospital, but is too sick to be cared for at home. He still needs intravenous meds, aggressive wound care, and physical therapy in addition to custodial care. They want him placed in a nursing home until his health stabilizes. This worries my heart because I'm afraid that if Casey is placed in a nursing home, he may never come out. There is also the problem of no locally-available nursing home beds, especially for a young, male Medicaid patient. I am asking for God's help on this, although I'm not quite sure what to ask for. I don't want Casey in a nursing home, but I do want him to receive the best possible care he can get. I want my son back home with me and on the road to recovery.
This stay in the hospital has taken a toll on Casey. He is very lethargic and isn't near as responsive as he was just three weeks ago. I could hardly get him to talk to me last night. Usually, mention of his children gets a response, but he just didn't seem to have his heart in conversation on any level.
Please pray for God's will for Casey as we face these most recent developments. Last Wednesday's "Loaves of Faith" Bible passage gives me hope in this time of trouble. These troubles and sufferings of ours are, after all, quite small and won't last very long. Yet this short time of distress will result in God's richest blessing upon us forever and ever! 2 Corinthians 4:17.
Love to all,
Gail
Gail has hosted numerous times at her home, and WBA supports her, her son Casey, their family in Casey's recuperation from an accident last May.
I'll call Gail and see if there's anything she needs from us. I'm sure she'll wish for our continued good thoughts and prayers. Anything else, I'll let you know.
Reminder that our blog is wbaaugusta.blogspot.com. A few can't access it, so I'm email this update from Gail on Casey, below.
For market analysis, click here to go to the report on my website:
http://www.smithbarney.com/pdf/marketcommentary.pdf
Subject: Casey Update- March 3rd
Dear Friends and Family,
Casey has been hospitalized at MCG for nearly a month. Today, his physician gave me some good news, and some not-so-good news.
The not-so-good news is that Casey has developed a bone infection from his bedsores. In addition, he was diagnosed yesterday with a fungus in his blood. This means a new round of stronger antibiotics.
The good news is that the medical team has finally managed to stabilize his electrolytes. His low sodium levels were creating potentially life-threatening problems, but with the right mix of medications, he should be okay going forward.
His doctors are also thinking about administering botox injections to help with the spasticity in his legs. I'll know later this week when a decision is made by the internal medicine and neurology teams.
The doctor was pretty blunt today. He feels that Casey isn't really sick enough to be in a hospital, but is too sick to be cared for at home. He still needs intravenous meds, aggressive wound care, and physical therapy in addition to custodial care. They want him placed in a nursing home until his health stabilizes. This worries my heart because I'm afraid that if Casey is placed in a nursing home, he may never come out. There is also the problem of no locally-available nursing home beds, especially for a young, male Medicaid patient. I am asking for God's help on this, although I'm not quite sure what to ask for. I don't want Casey in a nursing home, but I do want him to receive the best possible care he can get. I want my son back home with me and on the road to recovery.
This stay in the hospital has taken a toll on Casey. He is very lethargic and isn't near as responsive as he was just three weeks ago. I could hardly get him to talk to me last night. Usually, mention of his children gets a response, but he just didn't seem to have his heart in conversation on any level.
Please pray for God's will for Casey as we face these most recent developments. Last Wednesday's "Loaves of Faith" Bible passage gives me hope in this time of trouble. These troubles and sufferings of ours are, after all, quite small and won't last very long. Yet this short time of distress will result in God's richest blessing upon us forever and ever! 2 Corinthians 4:17.
Love to all,
Gail
Gail sent this
http://video.stumbleupon.com/#p=ithct48cqw
i have seen this before; you may have too. still, watch it again. it's worth repeating, because remembering what's important is sometimes obscured by what's immediate.
i have seen this before; you may have too. still, watch it again. it's worth repeating, because remembering what's important is sometimes obscured by what's immediate.
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