Words of wisdom from Daily Om: Taking Responsibility for Your Destiny Answering the Call by Madisyn Taylor

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June 10, 2015
Taking Responsibility for Your Destiny
Answering the Call

by Madisyn Taylor

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Your destiny may be waiting for you

whether or not you meet your destiny is up to you.


Your destiny may be waiting for you, but whether or not you meet your destiny is up to you.
There are those of us who believe that our lives are predestined and that we should resign ourselves to our lots in life. Yet the truth is that it is up to each one of us to decide what that destiny will be. While each of us is born with a life purpose, it is up to us whether or not we will say yes to fulfilling it. And just like when we choose what to eat, who to keep company with, and whether to turn right or left when we leave our home everyday, choosing to say yes to your destiny is a decision that can only be realized when you take action to make that choice a reality.

Whether you believe it is your destiny to be a parent, an adventurer, an artist, a pioneer, or a spiritual guru, saying yes to your destiny is only the first step. While manifesting your destiny starts with knowing what you want and believing you can attain your goals, there are then the actions that must be taken and the decisions to be made before your destiny can truly happen. When you take responsibility for fulfilling your destiny and begin acting with the intention of doing so, you not only take fate into your own hands, but also you become the hands of your own fate. Doorways inevitably open for you to step through, and every choice you make can be a creative act toward realizing your goals and dreams. You begin to follow your instincts and intuition, recognize opportunities when they are presented to you, and seize those golden moments. You also begin to recognize the decisions that may not serve this greater picture and can more easily push them aside.

Remembering that the decision to fulfill your destiny is always a choice can be empowering. Knowing you are fulfilling your destiny because you want to, rather than because you have to, can make a huge difference. When you are freed from obligation, obstacles in your way become challenges to be overcome, and the journey becomes an adventure rather than the obligatory steps you are being forced to take. Your destiny may be waiting for you, but whether or not you meet your destiny is up to you. Your fate is in your hands.

OM Times, Hugh Jackman and Dukale’s Dream… a cup of coffee can do a lot of good…

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you: Look what we received in our inbox recently… :) This handsome Fella is more then an actor, he is a kind humanitarian who through his insight is creating a better life for many…while helping our precious environment stay healthy for all living beings… http://omtimes.com/

Hugh Jackman: Dukale’s Dream

“Dukale’s Dream is a truly inspiring documentary that uses an everyday product to really send a message…” Eli Ralston, Reel Deal

Hugh Jackman is an Academy Award® nominated, Golden Globe and Tony Award winning actor. From his turn on Broadway as the 1970’s singer/songwriter Peter Allen, to his metal claw-wielding Wolverine in the X-MEN franchise, Hugh Jackman has proven to be one of the most versatile actors of our time. In addition to his acting work, Hugh Jackman serves as an ambassador for World Vision Australia. In 1999, he traveled to Ethiopia to visit a community development Project and met a young coffee farmer named Dukale, working to lift his family out of poverty. Inspired by Dukale’s story, Hugh Jackman launched Laughing Man Coffee in 2011 to provide a marketplace for farmers in developing countries to sell their goods to consumers in the U.S.

As part of his ongoing commitment, Hugh Jackman contributes 100% of his profits to the Laughing Man Foundation, which he created to support educational programs, community development and social entrepreneurs around the world.

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DUKALE’S DREAM a feature length documentary by Josh Rothstein about Hugh Jackman’s unlikely friendship with an Ethiopian coffee farmer named Dukale, who had grown up in poverty and was deprived of an education.

After working on Dukale’s farm, Hugh Jackman realized that something as simple as a cup of coffee could have a profound impact on global poverty. Hugh Jackman was so inspired by what he learned from Dukale that he made a promise to him and his family, sending him on a life-changing journey.CFddjUMW0AAQ4d0

During an interview with Anderson Cooper, Hugh Jackman spoke about his experience in Ethiopia and how it was an all-around awakening experience. Hugh Jackman, an actor most famously known as Wolverine in the X-Men saga, during a trip to Ethiopia as an ambassador for World Vision Australia, along with his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, discover the personal trials of a small community of Coffee growers in the Yirgacheffe region.

In the same interview, Hugh Jackman mentions the Paul Newman entrepreneurial Model, which is a new wave of Humanitarian entrepreneurship, and a different way to bring help and to develop poor communities around the world through a more transparent, conscious and sustainable way; under the banner of Fair Trade exchange and transactions.

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The Moon and Astrology: How it affects our daily life…Transiting Moon in Aries…June 2015

The Moon and Astrology

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HOW IT AFFECTS OUR DAILY LIVES… 

In astrology, the moon is connected to our emotions and reactions… how we are feeling on a given day may well be influenced by the sign that is visiting the moon… Each sign stays with the moon for up to 2.5 days…. :) 

The Moon Void-off-Course: 

There are times throughout the month when the moon isn’t fully immersed in any sign… this is when we say the moon is Void off Course… and when this occurs, we may feel “foggy” and “unfocused” … We may not be sure how we are truly feeling about a situation or a person…. Therefore it is not recommended that we make long-term commitments or important decision’s while the moon is Void off Course…. However there are 4 signs in the zodiac which may prove positive during the Void-off-Course moon… 

Good for Void-Off-Course Moon:

These v/c signs may prove to be quite productive times.

  • Cancer
  • Taurus
  • Sagittarius
  • Pisces…

Opportunity Periods  (thanks to astrologer Jim Shawvan):

There are other periods throughout the month that are known as opportunity periods, when it can prove to be a positive time for most people, however if you have challenging aspects happening within your own chart you may not be able to make use of opportunity periods. 

Thanks to Jim Shawvan present day astrologer, William Lilly 17th century astrologer and Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide for opportunity periods.

Present Moon Sign/Phase/House:

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  • Date: June 10 to June 12 2015 
  • Moon Sign: Aries at 7:14 am (ET) 4:14 am (PT)
  • Moon Phase: 4th
  • Void-off-Course: June 11 @ 7:43 pm (ET) 4:43 pm (PT) to June 12 @ 10:16 am (ET) 7:16 am (PT): Moon v/c in Aries is not one of the 4 “good signs” Make sure you get all the facts before making any commitments..
  • House(s): 7th: 7th house of relationships.
  • Opportunity Period: None

What does it all mean?

  • Aries is action, he is the most masculine of the Zodiac signs as he is ruled by the planet Mars
  • We should have slightly more get up and go when the moon is in Aries
  • We are happy to defend our loved ones
  • We are apt to speak up more, even those of us who consider themselves to be “timid” can find the voice they need right now. 
  • May be a good time to get your message across or to ask for what you need
  • Be careful when driving especially when upset or angry
  • We may be more susceptible to head injuries or head aches
  • We could be eager to start projects now, however, we have just experienced a full moon, (time to finish up) so if you really want to start something now, choose something small… :) 
  • Be careful about while engaging in physical activities, we may feel stronger or more “heroic” at the moment but our bodies might not be in the same “zone” :) 
  • We may be more decisive than usual, as always use caution … 
  • Be careful about saying yes to everything right now, we might feel like we can handle more, but when the time comes we could be sorry we took on so much at once. 
  • Being healthy and feeling good so we can help others, or at the very least get our chores done may be on the agenda for the next few days. 
  • In the 6th house: Being of service to others may come easier than usual, some of us may actually enjoy it. work can be more fulfilling but take care not to take on too much at once. We may find time spent with our pets more relaxing. If you are feeling stressed, go out for a nice relaxing walk, it will ease your mind and it’s good for the body too.
  • In the 7th house: The desire for harmony in our relationship is strong, so take care who you chose as your alliances, both in your personal and business world. Being in comfortable surroundings with soft lights and colors is an easy way to de-stress and chill out.
  • Adults with a strong mars or Aries influence may be acting more like children than adults. 
  • Some of us could be more insensitive or appear more selfish to others.
  • If you aren’t looking to enlarge your family right now, take care, Aries has a lot of sexual energy to utilize… ;)
  • The Moon in Aries will have a slight effect on all of us, but it will have more of an effect on those who have the following in their charts: Along with those who have a strong Virgo or Libra placement in their charts
    • Moon in Aries:
    • Sun in Aries:
    • Mars in Aries:
    • Moon in the 7th house:
    • Moon in Libra or Virgo
    • Sun in Libra or Virgo
    • Aspects to the Moon or Mars:

 

copyright: Greta McKenzie Astrology 06/03/ 2015

 

SGC Admin From our inbox to you: Festivals, concerts, comedy, dinner theater 2015.. Ticketscene events

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you: Fun times with Festivals… :) 

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Looking for summer festival and events? Here’s what’s moving quick on ticketscene!

WTFest in Brantford, Weekend Pass for only $60, June 13-14
Big Wreck, The Trews, Hedley, Lights, I Mother Earth, USS, and more
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Day Passes available @ http://ticketscene.ca/go/1245

Rockin Wheel 2015 in Mt. Brydges (London area), Aug 14
Ft. Finger Eleven, Econoline Crush, more!
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Kitchener Blues Festival in Kitchener, ft Burton Cummings, Aug 6
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Kitchener Blues Festival in Kitchener, ft. Randy Bachman, Aug 7
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Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival in Mississauga, Sept 11-13
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Tottenham Bluegrass Festival & Camping in Tottenham, June 19-21
Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Ray Legere & Acoustic Horizon, and more
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Kincardine Scottish Festival & Highland Games, July 3-5
Ashley MacIsaac, Scottish Pipes, Dancers, Parades, Food, and more
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Maritime Acoustic Festival & Camping in Kempt Shore NS, July 16-
Murray McLauchlan, David Francey, J.P. Cormier, Sam Moon and moer
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Kincardine Lighthouse Blues Festival, July 10-12
Shemekia Copeland, Southern Hospitality and tons more!
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Real Love Summer Festival & Camping in Gimli MB
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Bach Music Festival in Exeter, July 13-18
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CONCERTS
Lights in Sarnia, June 12
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Chantal Kreviasuk, Raine Maida, in Peterborough, June 10
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Alan Frew (Glass Tiger) in Bayfield, Oct 1
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Pride N Bass (Pride Day) aboard River Gambler, Toronto Harbour, June 27
ft Hydee, DJ Love HZ, and more!
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Aaron Carter in Bayfield, June 8
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Aaron Carter in Kingston, June 9
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Neil Young’uns in London, June 13
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Lee Harvey Osmond in Sarnia, Oct 23
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Jason Collett in Bayfield, June 11
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 EXPOS, COMEDY, DINNER SHOWS

Classic Country Lunch & Cruise in Muskoka ft. Marie Bottrell
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Classic Country Dinner & Cruise in Muskoka ft. Marie Bottrell
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Bluegrass & Baseball Toronto, (Jays vs Yankees), Spinney Brothers, Lonsome River Band, Aug 15
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UFE Ultimate Fitness Event, North American 2015
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Live @ the Lanc Blues and Dinner Series at Lancaster Smokehouse in Kitchener
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Cottage Country Comedy in Muskoka Presents CBC LOL Gala ft. Tim Nutt
http://ticketscene.ca/go/1272

THEATRES, MUSICALS

Agokwe Collection in Kitchener, Jun 11-13
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Comedy Roast of Phil PR in Peterborough, June 27
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Niagara Falls Summer Pub Crawls, May 16 – Sept 5
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# JAZZ, CLASSICAL, CHOIRS

Waterloo Jazz Room – Upcoming Jazz Concerts
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Waterloo Music Room – Upcoming Classical Concerts
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Udate June 8 2015 on Oshawa City’s Responsible Pet Owners By-law to address leashing and tethering

SGC Admin: Hi Folks, we wanted to share the following email we just received in our inbox regarding the leashing and tethering of pets in Oshawa. 

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June 8 2015 Update: 

Hello,

This is a notification from the City of Oshawa providing you with an update on the City’s review of amending the Responsible Pet Owner’s By-law 14-2010 to address leashing and tethering and other animal care standards.

Staff prepared a report entitled Proposed Research and Public Consultation Framework: Responsible Pet Owner By-law 14-2010 and Animal Care Standards” for the Corporate Services Committee’s consideration at its May 4, 2015 meeting. The report provided the following information:

·         the scope of the animal care issues being studied;

·         the existing federal, provincial and municipal standards related to animal care; and

·         a proposed research and consultation framework detailing the City’s plan to address the issue.

As part of the proposed research and consultation framework, staff were preparing an interim/update report presenting the City’s initial findings and potential policy options for Committee’s consideration in the second quarter (April to June) of 2015. Notwithstanding this, staff determined that it would be more beneficial to conduct public consultation prior to presenting potential policy options for Committee’s consideration; therefore, a report on the issue will be prepared following the public consultation meeting.

Another notification will sent to you once a date has been established for the public consultation meeting. 

Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services | City of Oshawa

905-436-3311 ext. 2814 | 1-800-667-4292 | TTY 905-436-5627

kman@oshawa.ca | www.oshawa.ca

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May 4 2015 update: 

Good afternoon,

This is a notification from the City of Oshawa to advise you that the City has prepared an information report on amending the City’s Responsible Pet Owner’s By-law 14-2010 to address leashing and tethering and other animal care standards. The purpose of this report is to provide background information to City Council in addition to detailing a proposed research and public consultation framework to further study the issue. Given that the intent of the report is to provide information only, no recommendations are being made at this time.

The information report will be considered by the Corporate Services Committee at its 9:30 AM meeting on Monday, May 4, 2015.

The agenda and report will be available online this Friday on the Corporate Services Committee Agenda Webpage. If you would like to review the report after Friday:

(a)  click the link for the May 4, 2015 Agenda to open the Agenda; and

(b)  click the link for Staff Report CORP-15-50 “Proposed Research and Public Consultation Framework: Responsible Pet Owner By-law 14-2010 and Animal Care Standards”

If you would like to submit correspondence for the Corporate Services Committee’s consideration or would like to speak at the meeting, I would encourage you to contact Mary Medeiros, Manager, Support Services, at 905-436-3311 ext. 2239, or by email tommedeiros@oshawa.ca.  

Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services | City of Oshawa

905-436-3311 ext. 2814 | 1-800-667-4292 | TTY 905-436-5627

kman@oshawa.ca | www.oshawa.ca

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March 23 2015 Update:

Good afternoon,

This is a notification from the City of Oshawa providing an update on the issue of amending the City’s Responsible Pet Owners By-law to address leashing and tethering.

The Corporate Services Committee (“Committee”) will be considering the correspondence received from the public at its meeting on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 9:30 A.M. and  will provide staff with direction and timing on the issue. In other words, the Committee will tell staff how they would like staff to address the issue and attach a “deadline” if necessary.

The agenda for the Committee meeting will be posted online tomorrow and can be accessed on the Corporate Services Committee Agendas and Minutes webpage.

Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services | City of Oshawa

905-436-3311 ext. 2814 | 1-800-667-4292 | TTY 905-436-5627

Email: kman@oshawa.ca

Visit: www.oshawa.ca