Joy Camp for Wives

Got Joy? May 2009 Joy Camp for Wives  Marriage Enrichment Teleseminar Series   Still not registered?  What are you waiting for?     Venus Mason Theus, Wife Coach Wives are excited about Joy Camp! Day 1 of Joy camp was phenomenal! "I learned a very valuable lesson that I believe will help me in my marriage endeavor. I've heard it preached before that there can be no peace without confrontation. While that does hold a great deal of truth, I now see that I'm not always the designated "Teller of the Truths" nor does that bit of wisdom apply ALL THE TIME."     Joy Camp is awesome! I even got confirmation of what was said Thursday at my church's women's breakfast on Saturday.         Joy Camp is the BOMB!!! Pearls of Wisdom from Joy Camp Joy Camp Week I - The Purpose Driven Wife    1.       Before you can try to determine what your purpose is, you need to understand what the word means and how having that understanding can impact your life and the lives of everyone you interact with...your husband and children in particular.     2.      The reason many married women are suffering is because they are not in their rightful position; don't know their purpose, and don't understand destiny. 3.       When you are going about our Father's business, you can't help but to be on the road to fulfilling your purpose.  4.      Just because we're busy - does not mean we're productive.   We need to multi-purpose instead of multi-task. So that we're on the path that will take us to our destiny.   5.       It is absolutely essential to have a prayer life, that we study and understand the word of God and that we worship Him with our whole heart.  6.       If you are unsure of what your purpose is, spend quality time with God   7.       Knowing your Purpose doesn't mean that life will always be drama or pain free.   8.      Purpose Driven wives do not depend on people (not even their husbands) nor circumstances to bring them true fulfillment. (We'll talk more about that on June 25th)     Joy Camp News 5 Joy-Building Live Sessions Left! Thursdays at 9 p.m.   MP3 downloads available after each live session   Late or non-registrants can purchase downloads     6 one-hour telephone workshops 6 weekly inspirational emails   1 weekly ten-minute private telephone check-up   June 18th - The Purpose Driven Wife (previously recorded) For I know the plans I have for you...Jeremiah 29:11 Utilize your S.P.S. (spiritual positioning system) to help you navigate the journey to personal fulfillment   June 25th - How Leah Got Her Groove Back! My people are destroyed from lack of knowlege. Hosea 4:6 Married women often feel unfulfilled in their marriages because they are simply misinformed.  Discover what's fact and fiction about joy in marriage.   July 2nd - How to Have A Sextacular Marriage A bundle of myrrh is my wellbeloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwist my breasts. Song of Solomon 1:13 Intimacy doesn't have to be ho-hum to be holy.  Learn the secrets to make you sex life sizzle!    July 9th - Not In My House! A wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.  Proverbs 14:1 Learn how to command R.E.S.P.E.C.T. from friends, inlaws and extended family members by setting guilt-free boundaries for your household   July 16th - Making Your Home a Sanctuary She looketh well to the ways of her household...Prov. 31:27 Create and maintain an atmosphere of order and tranquility   Week 23rd - Extreme Make ME Over Therefore if any man is in Christ he is a new creature...2 Cor. 5:17 Contrary to popular belief, joy is not dependent upon circumstances.  Learn to Identify and eliminate destructive joy robbers.    Bonus! Receive a free Download with your paid registration How to Have a Sextacular Marriage!  A $20 Value! V's Hints and Tips Yummy Summer Grilled Chicken Salad             1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat 1 teaspoon canola oil 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste Freshly ground pepper to taste 8 cups washed, dried and torn romaine lettuce 1 cup fat-free croutons 1/2 cup Caesar Salad Dressing (recipe follows) 1/2 cup Parmesan curls (see Tip) Lemon wedges   1. Prepare a grill or preheat broiler. 2. Rub chicken with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill or broil chicken until browned and no trace of pink remains in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side. 3. Combine lettuce and croutons in a large bowl. Toss with Caesar Salad Dressing and divide among 4 plates. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch slices and fan over salad. Top with Parmesan curls. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges. Tip: To make parmesan curls, start with a piece of cheese that is at least 4 ounces. Use a swivel-bladed vegetable peeler to shave off curls.   Caesar Salad Dressing 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/3 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 5 teaspoons white-wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste Freshly ground pepper to taste   Cooking Instructions Puree garlic and cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add yogurt, Parmesan, vinegar and Worcestershire and pulse to blend. Season with salt and pepper.   How Does Your Garden Grow?  It looks as if once again, First Lady "Michelle O" and I are thinking alike.  (apparently we're both attracted to high achievers with prominent ears and a sexy swagger) - lol.  For the very first time in my life I decided to try my "thumb" at vegetable gardening - organic at that.  I'm quite proud of myself because after having the plants for about a month, I FINALLY got the last of them in the ground.  I'm experimenting with an organic vegetable garden for a number of reasons - 1st of all, I just wanted to expand my knowledge and skills base.  In order words I just wanted to see if I could actually pull it off.  Secondly, if all goes well I will be able to provide my family with fresh healthy veggies for a fraction of the cost I pay at the grocery store.  The third reason is because I'm kind of in a back to basics mode these days.  Our ailing economy has inspired me to do things I saw my parents and (mostly) grandparents do back in the day.  And finally, I want to do my part to promote a healthy ecosystem.    Perhaps you've been trying to eat more organic foods, both to decrease the amount of pesticides you and your family consume, and to help protect the environment from overloading with toxic chemicals. But organics can get a bit expensive, we know. Luckily, there's a way to grow your own delicious, fresh produce, while having fun and learning at the same time: organic gardening!   Don't know where to start? It is possible to hire someone to install and maintain a beautiful organic garden for you. But most of us can roll up our sleeves with a surprisingly small amount of effort. Remember, you can start small, even with just a single plant or two. Don't worry if things aren't perfect right away.   Organic gardening means you won't be using synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, but that doesn't mean your plants are left to fend for themselves. There are an array of tools you can use to bolster plant health and ward off pests. Organic gardening also isn't just about what you don't do, it's about trying to foster a more holistic, natural ecosystem. There are numerous websites, blogs and books on the subject of organic gardening to help you get started or improve upon what you've already been doing if you're already a veggie gardener.  If  you decide to start a garden, or already have one I'd love to see pics and to learn about what you've been doing.    I've been flower gardening for years, but this year I also took the plunge and planted four rose bushes and installed a new fountain in my "floral garden."  Rick loves it and is trying to think of a name for it.  I also have a tiny defunct water pond - which by the way my 2 year old granddaughter took an unexpected dip into on Father's Day.  Fortunately the pond is very shallow, she's very tall and we were all in the immediate area so her mom was able to rescue her before anything disastrous happened.  For a moment I thought of just dipping all of the water out, filling the pond with dirt and planting more flowers - nah, we just have to stay on alert when the little ones are near           Three of our 8 Granddivas enjoying a Taco Bell Picnic in our floral garden  Plan an Enchanting Evening  A Romantic Picnic for Two   In the spring and summer, a fun thing to do with your hubby is plan a picnic for two. It is a thoughtful, romantic and relaxing way to spend quality time together. Planning a picnic is easy if you know what to do.  One of my fondest, most romantic memories is when I surprised Rick with an impromptu picnic dinner in New York's Central park.    Step 1 If you have little ones at home, of course you will need to get a reliable sitter.   Step 2 Pick a place to have the picnic. Locations such as a rooftop, a secluded spot in a local park - or even your own backyard make great spots.   Step 3 Pick a date for your picnic. This step will take some thought. You will need Mother Nature to cooperate with you. Watch the weather and figure out which days will work best for you.   Step 4 Decide what you want for an appetizer. The most common picnic starter is wine (even non-alcoholic) and cheese. Many wine shops and delicatessens offer pre-packaged baskets. Check with them to find the right one. Step 5 Now decide what you will want to eat. The easiest and most popular picnic food is the sandwich. It is easy to make and easy to transport.  Fresh strawberries or cut up melon are nice added touches. Step 6 Think about clean-up. Be sure to bring some paper towels and maybe a small bottle of soap and water. A few small garbage bags would be helpful. Step 7 Prepare the meal right before you leave for the picnic. You want the meal to be warm and fresh.   Step 8 Pack a nice blanket to sit on, as well as maybe a few flowers or a small music player.   Join My Mailing List to receive a free download      The Six Secrets to Having a Joy-Filled Marriage