 3.1. " Virtually nothing is impossible in this world if you just put your mind to it and maintain a positive attitude." Lou Holtz. 2. " Take responsibility for your own happiness, never put it in other people's hands." Roy. T. Bennett 3. " Do not be afraid to start over." Pam Munoz Ryan. 4. "Gratitude is the closest thing to beauty manifested in an emotion." Mindy Kaling
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In life nothing is absolutely certain. We can make plans, and rightfully for so many things in the future. Some may come to fruition and some may not. But, there might be some things that we feel passionate about but can sometimes get the cold feet to take the plunge and swim or sink. It's risky. However, like the birds we might as well just fly off our safe limb because there is little or no food to be had. Fly bird, fly, and see the beauty on the other side.
Hoping everyone spread their wings when they feel compelled to fly, Have a great week.  Anita Baker
Eight Grammy Awards, four American Music Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, four Platinum Albums, and two Gold Albums and more are credited to this vocal queen of Urban Adult Contemporary music. Emerging from the Detroit soul group, Chapter 8 as lead singer, Baker never looked back when she launched her solo career. Her contralto voice resonates with beauty and style in every song she sings. When she plays on the lower octave, it's magic and then, she rises to her higher pitch with such ease and you are mesmerized. A thoroughbred of a songstress. This talent has earned her 5 number one hits on the Billboards' Adult R&B Airplay and 13 top ten hits on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-hop songs. It challenging to select a song from her repertoire to highlight in this article. However, I have selected,"Giving You the Best That I Got" - released in 1988 This song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also spent two weeks at number one on the Billboard R&B chart. It also spent one week on the Billboard adult contemporary chart. Like a true classic, it's her voice that carries the song. Baker co-wrote this song with Skip Scarborough and Randy Holland. Here are the lyrics. Giving You the Best That I Got. Weeh-ah-ooh Oh-oh-oh Ain't something I can give In exchange for everything you gave to me Read my mind just let me feel just fine When I think my peace of mind is out of reach The scales are sometimes unbalanced And you bear the weight of all that has to be I hope you see that you can lean on me And together we can calm a stormy sea With love so strong and so unselfishly And I tell you now that I made a vow I'm giving you the best that I got , baby Yes I tell you that I made a vow I'm giving you the best that I got, honey Everybody's got opinions 'Bout the way they think our story's gonna end Some folks feel it's just a superficial thrill Everybody's gonna have to think again With love so strong and so unselfishly They don't bother me So I'm gonna keep on giving you the best that I got, baby They don't bother me Said I'm gonna keep on giving you the best I got, listen baby Somebody understands me Somebody gave his heart to me I stumbled my whole life long Always on my own, now I'm home And my weary mind is rested And I feel as if my home is in your arms My fears are all gone' I like sound of your song And I think I wanna sing it forever With love so strong and so unselfishly And I made a vow so I tell you now: I'm giving you the best that I got, listen baby I bet everything on my wedding ring I'm (giving you the best that I got) giving it to you baby Mm-mm--mm(giving you the best That I got) Giving you the best that I got Giving you the best that got Giving you the best that I got Writers: Anita Baker/Randy Holland/ Skip Scarborough Copyright©1988 Elektra        These hairdos were once trending. Or are they still ?
  Rapper, Eminem(The Real Slim Shady) hits the big 50 0n October 17. Hit it brother. Please stand up.  62 on October 18, that's the note Jazz trumpeter, Wynton Marsalis will hit. That has got to be a melodious riff.  Actress Freida Pinto (Slumdog Millionaire -fame) celebrates her real millionaire status when she drinks the champagne on her 39th birthday. Living the dream.  Popular actress, Sharon Leal presses the button on October 17, to celebrate her 51st birthday. Her "Dreamgirls" dreams are certainly hitting the stars.
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  Kazakhstan The country is located mostly in Central Asia with a small part in Eastern Europe. Russia is to the north and west, China to the east , Kyrgyzstan to the southeast, Uzbekistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest in this landlocked country. It's coastline runs along the Caspian Sea. Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world with an area of,1,052,100 square miles. It's population of over 19,000,000 inhabitants is comprised of Kazakhs making up the majority of the country and some ethnic Russians forming a significant minority. Astana also known as Nur-Sultan is the capital city and is located on a flat and seemingly empty place; there are scarcely any trees or many distinguishing landmarks. A former state of the now defunct Soviet Union, Kazakhstan, declared it's sovereign territory within the Union on December 16, 1991. Ten days later, The Soviet Union ceased to exist. The main exports of Kazakhstan are oil, petroleum products, coal, iron ore, and uranium among others. It's GDP stands at 197.7 billion USD.  1. Why do they say eating yogurt and oyster will improve your sex life? Because if you eat that stuff, you'll eat anything.
2. Why does it take 100 million sperms to fertilize one egg? Because they wont stop to ask for directions.  Some Habits of Super Healthy People 1. They start with a healthy breakfast   It is important for a number of reasons. It jump-starts your metabolism and stops you from overeating later. Plus studies show that adults who have a healthy breakfast, do better at work, and kids who eat morning meal score higher on tests.If a big plateful first thing isn't for you, keep it light with some fruits. Just don't skip it. 2.Plan your meals. It helps you save save time and money in the long run. Block out some time, then sit down and consider your goals and needs. Do you want to lose weight? Cut back on sugar, fat, or cards? Add protein or vitamins? Meal prep keeps you in control. You know what you're eating and when. A bonus: It'll be that much easier to skip those doughnuts in the breakroom at work.  Drink Plenty Of Water It can do so many good things for you. Staying hydrated is at the top of the list, and it may also help you lose weight.Another reason to go for H2O? Sugary drinks are linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes. If you're aren't a fan of plain water, add flavor with with slices of orange, lemon, lime, watermelon, or cucumber.  Take an Exercise Break Don't just grab another cup of coffee-- get up and move. Do some deep lungs and stretches. It's great for your body and mind. Just thirty minutes of walking five times a week may help keep the blues at bay. And if you can't do those minutes at all onec, short bursts help too.  Go Offline Checking your email and social media a lot? Sure your friends' and family's latest updates are just a click away, but do you need to see pictures of your cousin's latest meal? Let it wait until until morning. Set a time to log off and put the phone down. When you cut back on screen time, it frees you to do other things. Take a walk, read a book, or help your cousin chop veggies for their next grand dinner.  Learn Something New New skills help keep your brain healthy. Sign up for a dance class or creative writing workshop. Better yet, master a new language. The mental work it takes can slow the signs of aging and may even delay the the effects of Alzheimer's disease.  Sleep Well There are almost too many benefits to list. A good night's sleep keeps you in a better mood, sharpens your memory and focus, and helps you learn new things. In the long term, it lowers your risk of heart disease and helps you keep trim. For the best rest, do it on schedule--turning in and waking up about the same times every day. Train Your Muscles  Strength training helps your body trade fat for muscle mass. That means you'll burn more calories even when you're being a couch potato. But these workouts can also help you slim down, strengthen your heart, and build up your bones. Do strength-training exercises--loke push-ups, lungs, and weight lifting- at least twice a week. Head Outdoors  A few minutes in the sunshine raises vitamin D levels, and that's good for your bones, your heart and your mood. Plus, being outside means you're more likely to move your body instead of parking in front of your TV or computer. Choose nature over streets, if you can. One study found that people who strolled in urban green spaces were calmer than people who walked in built up areas. Keep Your Balance  If you're young and active, goo balance would help you avoid injuries. If you're older, it will keep you active longer and lower the chances you'll fall and break a bone.No matter your age, good balance means better muscle tone, a healthier heart, and greater confidence. Yoga and tai chi are greatways to work on it, but about anything that keeps you moving, even walking can help. Be Mindful  This can mean meditating or simply stopping to smell the roses. However you do it, studies show mindfulness slashes stress, relieves pain, and improves your mood. And scientists are beginning to understand how. One study found that 8 weeks of regular meditation can change parts of your brain related to emotion, learning, and memory. Even washing dishes can be good for your brain, as long as you do it mindfully.
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