tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46851508115404602292024-03-12T22:41:55.460-07:00Everyday RandomnessRobin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.comBlogger281125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-76398510049573195662014-07-14T16:52:00.003-07:002014-07-14T16:52:35.365-07:00Hot! Hot! Hot!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yes, it is that time of year again. That time of year when I forget that I am (practically) a native and have lived most of my entire life right here. I'm sure I sound pathetic when I whine about the heat when you consider with the exception of: <br />
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The first twelve months of my life when I lived in San Jose;<br />The 45 weeks of summer(s) I spent in Boise;<br />
The 8 or 10 weeks of winter I spent in Boise;<br />
The week of spring I spent in Hawaii;<br />
The week of winter I spent in Europe;<br />
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I have spent my entire life in the valley. Yes, I am girl raised in the Sacramento Valley. I grew up playing in the sunshine and splashing in the rain. I have driven in fog so thick you couldn't see the steering wheel and I have felt the shake, rattle and roll of earthquakes. I've been through tornado warnings and hail the size of baseballs. I've survived floods and drought. I've even laughed in the rain and tried to capture snowflakes in my hand. <br />
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Sacramento pretty much has amazing weather. Until the heat is turned up. One year we had 30 days in a row with temperatures over 100*. Of course that preceded a winter with nearly 6 weeks of non-stop rain. The rain, the cold air. The crispness of a fresh morning as the day dawns wrapped in an icy splendor of crystalline mist clinging to roof tops and lawns --- everything looks so sleepy and magical. Even the wind doesn't bother me. Bring it on! Turn up the volume and let the thunder and lightening roll. <br />
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Laughter in the rain I can do. Hot, hot, HOT I can not. I live with the ac cranked and popsicles at hand. Yes, I know it is going to be hot. I just really don't like the heat. I thrive in the cooler temperatures. <br />
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So, for those of you who are hot weather hounds ~~~ enjoy this time as you romp and play in the sun. Enjoy the warmth as it penetrates your soul and brings you happy joy. I wish you all the joy you can handle and all the blessings of the warm sun. Let the golden rays pour into you. <br />
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I will be sitting in the ac; trying not to complain too much as I enjoy a frozen popsicle or other icy cold treasure. Winter is coming. I'll hand you a sweater. <br />
<br />Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-13618418195298049572014-07-10T16:59:00.000-07:002014-07-10T19:20:53.809-07:00World Class Customer Service - with laughter and a smile!Dear Customer Service Client,
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In order to enable your Customer Service Professional to provide you with the world class service you deserve, please consider the following:<br>
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Begin the conversation by sharing your name. I’d like to respectfully address you as the individual that you are. You are not a number to me. You are my 1st priority.
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Tell me your issue. We all have issues in life. But for today, for the reason you called, please try to state the facts; and not go off on a tangent. I want to hear the relevant details regarding the issue that caused you to reach out for assistance; but I may not need to know that your Great Aunt Sally’s cat, who is the neighborhood menace, was chasing a bird that flew into your house through the hole in your back porch screen door which your son broke last summer when he ran head first through the mesh. The poor terrified bird, feeling trapped in the house, was still being chased by the cat and was squawking something fierce; flapping his wings wildly in an effort to scare off the cat but instead caused the dog to bark in excitement and the sleeping baby in the other room to wake. All of which startled you out of the fog of inactivity you were in as you zoned out on daytime television and made you spill your drink into your lap causing you to leap out of the chair with a reckless abandon tripping and falling to the ground. Your shoelaces had been tied together at the sneaky little hands of your high spirited; always busy, but quite naughty and totally darling young nephew while you tried to catch a quick moment of peace and tranquility while you thought both he and the baby were sleeping. If this does not relate to why you called the company I work for seeking assistance and will not help me to help you ~ I may not need to know about it. At least, not until I have had the opportunity to resolve your issue. Then I’d be happy to share a chuckle with you.
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But first, please give me the facts (“Just the facts, Ma’am”) and allow me to reiterate those facts of your issue back to you as I understand them from you without interrupting me so that I can be certain that I have all of the relevant details. If I am wrong, when I have finished speaking; please correct my errors so that I then have my facts correct. This is called conversation. Conversation is an informative 2-way exchange of words and courtesy. It is a practice that is becoming less common in today’s society of instant data gratification given by the digital devices that are consuming our world. But, we’ll practice conversation together. Teach your friends.
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When you are speaking, I will be silent. Please allow me the same courtesy. I am not able to address your concerns if you won’t allow me to speak. Interrupting me while I try to answer you; or ask for more information from you is not helpful and causes frustration for both of us. If I need clarification; I will ask you questions until I fully understand your situation. They will be relevant questions that will help lead me to the proper solution so that I may resolve your concern.
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I want to help you. That is what I am here for and what brings me joy. My function is your satisfaction with the product I represent while I am at work.
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Remember, I work for the company you are calling. I am a paid employee who is happy to have a job and be able to provide assistance to people like you. More than likely I did not invent or in any way create the product you purchased. I didn’t set the price, the policies regarding the sale, or the warranty parameters. I am just an employee here to serve you the best way I am able. <br>
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Like you, I am a person who is trying to make the best of this life on Earth. I probably have issues also. I appreciate your kindness and your time. I appreciate the money you spent on the product/service you are calling about and I want you to be satisfied. I am not the reason you are not happy at the moment. The product is.
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If the product you are calling about needed installation and we do not offer installation: I didn’t choose the contractor you hired; or tell him how to do his job. He is an independent contractor that you decided to hire. If the product is not working because of his errors in installation; I will refer you back to him for resolution. Why? The product didn’t fail because of a manufacturer defect; it failed because the installer you hired (and most likely paid for his service) failed to install the product properly. Your issue is with him; not the product. Your independent installer will need to properly rectify his errors. (By the way, I’m sure we will hear from him and deal with him regarding product replacement concerns; but that is between him and the company.)
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When you ask me a question; listen and be prepared for my answer: <br>
Customer: “What is the price of that Wysiwyg-Dee-Doo B76754321?” <br>
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Customer: “Oh, wait, I wasn’t ready; let me get a pen and a paper. Can you repeat that?” <br>
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Remember, YOU called me to ask for information. You should be prepared for an answer. Have the tools you need to document my response ready. <br>
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When I provide you with a price or answer you don’t like; don’t ask for my Manager or Supervisor. They are the one who provided me with the prices and answers in the first place. Ask for my Manager or Supervisor if I have offended you; or treated you in any way that is less than respectful.<br>
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Ask for clarification of information if you don’t understand what I said. I will be happy to re-explain in a way that is better for you. I understand we don’t all comprehend the same. Each of us is unique and we may need to hear things differently before we “get it.”
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There are times when I will not be able to resolve your concerns. This does not bring me joy. It is merely a situation that occurs. I may believe that you are right and that I should do more for you; even though company policy says otherwise. But, I am bound by the guidelines I am given. I will do everything I can to validate your concerns and not make you feel like you are being a bother or wasting my time.
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“Thank you for calling Wysiwyg; my name is Customer Service Professional, how may I help you today?”
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“Thank you for allowing me to assist you today. Have I resolved your concern to your expectation?”
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“Please let me know if there is anything else I can be of assistance with. Your complete satisfaction is my priority.”
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Sincerely yours,
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Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-64538622307257359322014-03-07T14:14:00.001-08:002014-03-07T14:14:23.370-08:00Dishin' with Tina: Better Foods Deli<a href="http://sacramento.cbslocal.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=7824713#.UxpEsOXu6Ds.blogger">Dishin' with Tina: Better Foods Deli</a>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-42917023040193823332014-03-07T14:12:00.001-08:002014-03-07T14:12:10.226-08:00Rest in Peace Joe.Roseville lost a wonderful man yesterday: Joe Lucchessi. He and his family have owned and operated Better Foods Deli since the 70's. Our entire community will feel the loss of this sweet person. He made more than a as which; he made a difference. <div><br></div><div>Rest in peace my friend. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-66070012693526090962014-02-27T08:29:00.001-08:002014-02-27T08:29:01.218-08:00Rain harvesters stretch limited water supply | Local News - KCRA HomeThis is a really cool concept to capture and store rain water. Rob Lenney the Owner, Inventor and CEO of Gutterglove is brilliant.<br /><br />
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I'm a bit OCD, a bit of an addict and a bit of a hoarder all at once. I love color, texture and completeness. If I'm going to "do" something I'm going to do it and not just half way. But, is that always a good thing? Did you know that I have several collections? Or, were my collections part of my secrets of life that are kept locked in my "vault" waiting to be dealt with?</div>
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I love to read. I'm a passionate believer that books are meant to be devoured and enjoyed. I've always leaned towards light hearted, uplifting books. I love books that focus on my interests: encouraging words and stories; cookbooks, scrapbook magazines. Romance novels. There. There you have it. My big secret: I'm a Harlequin Romance junkie. After a stealthy foray into my Mother's stash of reading material by her nightstand and the procurement of a paperback novel that I secreted into my yellow bedroom and stashed in my dresser drawer .... I read my first Harlequin while I was still in elementary school. I was in the 5th grade and I became totally entranced with the idea that a romance could bloom within the space of 110 pages of neatly spaced text. One of these days I may even find the intestinal fortitude to write my own novel and submit it. </div>
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These days I read my Harlequins on my Kindle. They are light hearted stories that I enjoy. Some people call them trash and say a good Christian shouldn't read them. One man's trash is another man's treasure....and I am a good Christian who loves to read a good romance. Yes, I occasionally wince at the words and actions of the characters; I read them any way. </div>
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I love to have my spirit uplifted. Words of encouragement and hope. Of a journey that impacts the hearts of others.....I have an awesome collection of Chicken Soup books. I love magazines that inspire me....and I have several collections sitting on a bookshelf collecting....DUST! I collected scrapbook and paper crafting magazines for years. I still own them haven't looked at them for years and can't get rid of them. </div>
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Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-48466223949154186492014-01-08T21:46:00.000-08:002014-01-09T16:42:10.806-08:00Let's get ready.......to BLOG!It is the new year; and once again I find myself ready to be an active participant in my own life. What?!? You are probably wondering what the crazy meaning is behind that statement. Well, in the process of living life in 2013 I kind of left a piece (okay, several pieces) of myself behind. I stopped blogging. I stopped creating hand stamped cards. I stopped taking the dogs to playgroups and/or training and I stopped noticing that I wasn't fulfilling my personal needs. I was letting the changes and challenges of life restrict me rather than challenging the changes and restrictions to make me grow and learn and reach for a healthy balance. It is time to move forward and live my life.<br />
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I am social. I am fascinated by people, places and creating/doing/helping to accomplish things that I enjoy. I adore being involved at Bayside: serving creates a special warmth that connects me to other servants of Christ who are fulfilled through service and agape love. I adore being a part of a Small Group for Women's Bible Study. I adore meeting and interacting with others. I grow and learn and become a more balanced Christian through healthy fellowship. My family thrives when I thrive and stay committed.<br />
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I am creative. Whether I am writing, cooking, stamping, taking pictures, or organizing a space for better usage I fully appreciate the colors, textures, scents and visual balance that indulging my creative side releases. I'll admit that messes, failures and errors happen along the way. I think that allows learning, growth and laughter. Creativity lends to socialization. I need to reach out to my stamping friends and reconnect. I've missed them.<br />
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We are a Beagle family. Beagles require training and a high level of activity. With Eleza Kerfoot of Paws in Progress we each get respectful, intelligent, motivational ~ much needed training and education. Dog training is not just teaching a dog how to sit. Training is about creating a family that includes our dogs. Training includes exercise for both humans and canines. Our pups adore training exercises and we've failed at keeping them on track. That is not okay. Our Carly and Cannon are sweet, intelligent and fun. They love interaction with humans and canines. Carly loves Agility. Cannon loves to play and run. I miss our training family.<br />
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I'm ready to live my life. I realize my budget is way different than it used to be. I've let that control what I do instead of controlling my budget to live a balanced life that is full of enjoyment. I'm tired of migraines and more importantly I'm tired of fighting minor depression that I hide behind a smile and laughter. Yes! I am happy. Yes! I am blessed and grateful. I'm also human and need to live as an active participant in my life.<br />
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Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly Sales Reconciliation and Deposit Reports <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Prepared
P&L and Expense Reports using MFS and QuickBooks<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Managed
A/R, A/P, Payroll and Personnel for multiple corporations concurrently<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Answered
phones for multiple corporations concurrently and took accurate messages<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Located
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<b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;">Customer Service</span></u></b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Welcomed
all visitors, deliveries and inquires in a friendly and courteous manner<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Provided
customers/clients/tenants with desired information in a timely manner<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Listened,
calmed, and assisted customers/tenants with concerns<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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friendly and lasting relationships<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;">Communication</span></u></b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Answered
phones in a courteous and professional manner<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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rapport with diverse individuals and groups<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Demonstrated
ability to express ideas in a team environment and encourage action<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Maintained
Social Media accounts to encourage interactive engagement<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;">RELATED EXPERIENCE</span></u></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Twenty-one years Administrative Assistant experience providing
bookkeeping and clerical services; technical, customer and property management
support to corporations owned by Drew and Jill Pefferle:</span><b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></b><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Smart Web Concepts, Inc.<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>March 2005 – December 2012<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">ASAP Properties, LLC </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>November 2009 – December 2012<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Hi Tec Automotive, Inc. <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> July 1991 - March 2005 </span><br /><br /><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt;">ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE</span></u></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Feagles, Inc./Hair Crafters 1136<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">August 1986 – July 1991<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;" valign="top" width="239"><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">NCD – Kirby Vacuum Sales<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;" valign="top" width="239"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: right;">
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">May 1986 –
July 1986<span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;" valign="top" width="239"><div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">
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1985 – May 1986<span style="color: black;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 5;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>EDUCATION<o:p></o:p></u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Roseville High School<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Diploma<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 159.6pt;" valign="top" width="160"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">1981 – 1985<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Citrus Heights Beauty College<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 159.6pt;" valign="top" width="160"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">Cosmetology License<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<td style="padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 159.6pt;" valign="top" width="160"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt;">1983 – 1984<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-85700931960170905002013-06-14T18:52:00.000-07:002013-06-18T17:13:17.769-07:00Salad Dressing DEVINE Yumminess!The canning jar may look crude; and the picture does not do justice to the contents.........but, Amanda has perfected a salad dressing so delicious, so fresh and so delightful that I have to rave about it. <br />
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Lets face it. A salad dressing can make or break a salad. <br />
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If it is a good dressing it will compliment and enhance the salad giving your palate a completeness of flavor your taste buds appreciate.<br />
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A bad salad dressing leaves you longing for a glass of water, your toothbrush and something else to satisfy your taste buds. <br />
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Amanda's dressing is full-bodied but not over powering. It compliments a simple lettuce, tomato and cucumber salad perfectly allowing the crisp crunch of lettuce, cucumber and the sweet refreshing taste of the tomato remain the primary taste.<br />
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The flavor of the dressing is easily able to blend and enhance the heavier flavors of blue cheese, bacon, onions, egg and spinach for a more hardy salad. <br />
Simple ingredients are key: EVOO, Balsamic Vinegar, fresh garlic, fresh parsley, Italian herbs, Onion powder, spicy brown mustard, Del Monte Sweet Pickle Relish and grated fresh Parmesan cheese........combine, shake and chill. <br />
Delicious! <br />
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Some time ago I was lead to make changes in my life. I put my life completely into the hands of my Creator and He lead me to a new path of exploration. With a confidence and peace only He could give me, I jumped into the waters at <a data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=35038959800&extragetparams=%7B%22group_id%22%3A0%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/baysidechurch?group_id=0">Bayside Church</a> and began to see what He had for me. Since then I've completed Belong 101 and Grow 201 and joined a Small Group. I can see positive growth and maturity happening! I can see my relationship becoming more intimate and much more meaningful. I've been praying about increased faith for a long time. To see the rewards of me giving my life into His hands is awesomely humbling and uplifting! <br /> <br /> My small group has been very instrumental in my growth. We started with a 5 week study of Francis Chan's "Multiply" after completing that we began a 6 week Beth Moore series on Deuteronomy. Our last class in the series is tomorrow (Tues.) evening. I'm going to miss my small group. They are an amazing group of ladies with<span class="text_exposed_hide">...</span><span class="text_exposed_show"> a depth of understanding that I have wanted but could not find. Where I was feeling lost and unsure; they have helped me to find my way. <br /> <br /> Even my appreciation for church services and the messages and teachings I receive during weekly services has increased! I have always embraced the messages of my pastors and other wonderful speakers; but now I actually reflect upon the words that I hear and look at how they can be applied in my life. <br /> <br /> I am humbled and blessed by how I have begun to adore reading the words of the Bible and how my comprehension has increased. Thank YOU Jesus for increasing my faith and giving me the greater understanding and passion to continue to learn Your word! I am humbled by Your response to my prayers! You met me right where I need You. </span></div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show">I can not begin to thank Pastor Dan Nalley of Church of the Harvest for showing me what Christianity and passion look like. I can not thank him enough for being the Pastor that taught me about God and gave me the desire to have a passion for God and His Word. If not for him; I would not have even had a true foundation to build upon. My past foundations were build upon misconception and the agendas of others. Pastor Dan showed me a rock; and gave me the tools needed to begin building a house upon a rock. </span></div>
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Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-31264597427828393882013-04-11T06:13:00.001-07:002013-04-11T06:13:17.780-07:00I will rejoice and be glad in it!<p>APRIL 11 </p>
<p>THIS IS THE DAY THAT I HAVE MADE. </p>
<p>Rejoice and be glad in it. Begin the day with open hands of faith, ready to receive all that I am pouring into this brief portion of your life. Be careful not to complain about anything, even the weather, since I am the Author of your circumstances. The best way to handle unwanted situations is to thank Me for them. This act of faith frees you from resentment and frees Me to work My ways into the situation, so that good emerges from it. To find Joy in this day, you must live within its boundaries. I knew what I was doing when I divided time into twenty-four-hour segments. I understand human frailty, and I know that you can bear the weight of only one day at a time. Do not worry about tomorrow or get stuck in the past. There is abundant Life in My Presence today.</p>
<p>This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. -PSALM 118:24 </p>
<p>Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. -PHILIPPIANS 3:13–14</p>
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-44739691119285485922013-03-30T21:34:00.001-07:002013-03-30T21:34:02.341-07:00<p>Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. -PROVERBS 3:5 </p>
<p>The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He will drive out your enemy before you, saying, “Destroy him!” -DEUTERONOMY 33:27</p>
<p> “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the LORD, “and will bring you back from captivity. I will gather you from all the nations and places where I have banished you,” declares the LORD, “and will bring you back to the place from which I carried you into exile.” -JEREMIAH 29:13–14</p>
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-54829382370395984852013-03-30T21:31:00.001-07:002013-03-30T21:31:38.006-07:00Jesus Calling March 30, 2013<p>Trust Me with all your heart. When you are weary and everything seems to be going wrong, you can still utter these four words: “I trust You, Jesus.” By doing so, you release matters into My control, and you fall back into the security of My everlasting arms.</p>
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-23289265154290624242013-03-11T00:26:00.001-07:002013-06-18T17:11:21.688-07:00Change. Like from a dollar? No, CHANGE. So, life is full of twists and turns and bends in the road that we don't always expect.<br />
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I had very clearly heard God telling me to change. He said it to me about a year and a half ago; and being of the stubborn flesh I decided that I wasn't going to listen.<br />
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Why would I? I was happy. Wasn't I?<br />
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My thought process at the time I first heard God telling me to change was something like this: I am happily married to a man I adore. We have an awesome daughter whom we adore. We live in a comfortable home that is in no way pretentious or bigger than we can afford. Amanda and I attend church with people that we love and respect. We serve God by working in the nursery and where ever else we can. Russ and I have jobs. We are blessed and content. Why would I change?<br />
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Yes, I could clearly see where I needed to grow and learn and accept that my life is not my own; and that I craved knowing what God's purpose for my life is. But change...change is painful.<br />
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Then in early fall .... the stirring became stronger the voice became louder and the much more firm. CHANGE.<br />
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I began to look around me and see if I could determine what God wanted me to change; but my flesh was clearly in the way of God's vision for my life. I was blinded by my own inability to see.<br />
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My pastor began a series on SHIFT. Everytime he spoke the word SHIFT I clearly became uncomfortable in my own skin. I clearly heard, wrote and began praying on CHANGE. It didn't take long for the spirit to answer my prayers, to give direction to my question of what to change first.<br />
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The first change was spiritual. God asked me to explore other churched and to seek with an open heart. He lead me to forgiveness; growth and passion. This has not been a quick journey. Manda and I attended many different churches in the area. Some weekends we attended 3 or 4 different churches. Some we returned to frequently. Others we quickly knew were not what He wanted for us.<br />
During this spiritual change God quickly changed EVERYTHING I knew about myself and blew the pieces that remained into the wind.<br />
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For 21 years I was employed by the most wonderful people. I loved what I did; who I worked with; who I worked for; where I worked. Working for Drew and Jill clearly had defined who I was. <br />
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Yes! I was a daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, sister in law, friend, co-worker, cousin, etc. But, ME who I was was defined by the space I occupied for 21 years. I didn't stray far from that mould. I worked for Drew and Jill.<br />
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I was the employee they needed me to be and I did so with pride and joy. It became my everything. I scheduled life around work. I never missed a payroll processing. I never missed a meeting. i never missed processing scheduled receivables. I took pride in doing all that I could to the very best of my ability. But, what I didn't see was what God saw. I was not me. Not the me He created me to be. <br />
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On December 07, 2012 I was laid off. Laid off from the very job that I loved. Laid off by the very people I loved. Laid off like ... it didn't even matter.<br />
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But it did. It mattered. It mattered so very much that I actually grieved for the loss of my job. Not the income. But the loss of me. I didn't know how to function without that job. I didn't know who I was; what I was supposed to do or how I was going to recover.<br />
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But the change didn't stop there. No. You see God asked me to CHANGE and I didn't understand what He meant. I thought the changes had been made. I thought I was doing enough. I was wrong.<br />
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Less than a week after I was laid off; my hubby was placed on medical leave from his work. He needed a hernia operation. His employer would not allow him to work until he was cleared by the doctor. So, on December 20, Russ had surgery.<br />
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We were suddenly a family with out our normal income. We were a family with out our normal identity. My job was gone; and Russ's job was on temporary hold. We were just husband and wife. Amanda was on winter break from CSUS. We were father, mother and daughter without our usual labels.<br />
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You know what we discovered? That we don't need labels to be who we are. We are who we are because God created us to be. He created us to live in harmony; to have peace and joy and to be obedient to Him while sharing His love with others. We are to be a lamp into the world of darkness and show others that God's love is unconditional and pure.<br />
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Amanda and I have found a new church home where we are GOWING, LEARNING, CHANGING and becoming the women that GOD created us to be. I have discovered a new passion for being me. The me that God wants me to be. I am serving, working beside wonderful women of God with a deep passion for Him and for sharing their love of Him with others. I am learning beside others with diverse backgrounds, with real life issues and concerns and I am learning from them about living a life balanced.<br />
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I am learning about me. About things that I pushed aside because I had made work more important than ANYthing or ANYone else. I put work above life. God CHANGED me because the ME I had become was not the me He created. he created me to interact with others; to connect and learn and grow with others. To serve and give of myself while learning and receiving from others. He saved me from a life of loneliness and solitude and pushed me out into the world to enjoy my friends and celebrate their lives; not look on vicariously. He changed me so that my life would have more dimension; more meaning; more depth.<br />
He is not done with me. But I am willing, inviting and accepting of the changes still to come within me. I'm ready.<br />
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I still need a job. But, not an obsession. I need to be a fabulous employee; but not to the exclusion of all else. I need balance and joy; harmony and peace in my life. I need God. I need my family. I need my friends. My heart beats so that I may share my love and passions with others.<br />
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God's calling on my life is still partially a mystery to me. I have a inkling of my strengths; but not how He wants me to use them.<br />
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Change. It is may not always make sense; but it can be good. Don't let the fear of change stop you from experiencing life as He created you to.<br />
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<br />Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-12422329687983136542013-03-06T14:55:00.001-08:002013-03-06T14:55:22.533-08:00Tyler DeYoung / Bayside worship<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUB--47b1eg&feature=youtube_gdata_player">Watch "How Sweet The Name" on YouTube</a></p>
<p>This was so moving!</p>
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-83967946324231813152012-12-23T22:01:00.000-08:002013-01-06T16:46:53.993-08:00Merry Christmas!!!!<div style="width: 400px;"><div style="height: 400px;"><object width="400" height="400"><param name="movie" value="http://content.oddcast.com/host/elfyourself2012/swf/mySpace.swf?doorId=1083&clientId=299&mId=47232337.1&ds=http%3A%2F%2Fhost-d.oddcast.com&stem=http%3A%2F%2Fhost-d.oddcast.com%2Fphp%2Fapi%2FgetWorkshopInfo%2FdoorId%3D1083" /><param name="BASE" value="host-d.oddcast.com" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="salign" value="t" /><param name="scale" value="noborder" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /><embed allowscriptaccess="never" allownetworking="internal" name="hostMov" swliveconnect="true" src="http://content.oddcast.com/host/elfyourself2012/swf/mySpace.swf?doorId=1083&clientId=299&mId=47232337.1&ds=http%3A%2F%2Fhost-d.oddcast.com&stem=http%3A%2F%2Fhost-d.oddcast.com%2Fphp%2Fapi%2FgetWorkshopInfo%2FdoorId%3D1083" base="host-d.oddcast.com" scale="noborder" salign="t" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/shockwave/download/index.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash" height="400" width="400" /></object></div></div>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-88735038236716682872012-12-02T16:32:00.003-08:002013-01-06T16:47:38.389-08:00Merry Christmas From The Greenslade's<div class="sflyProductPreviewWidget" style="width:425px; height:494px;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetTop" style="height:6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/top.gif);"></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetCenter" style="height:482px; padding: 0 6px 0 6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/bg.gif); background-repeat:repeat-y;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewLogo" style="width: 105px; height: 34px; padding: 14px 0 0 14px;"><img src="http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/logo.gif" style="padding: 0; background: #ffffff; border: none; box-shadow: none;"></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewContainer" style="height:350px; text-align:center; padding: 0;"><a href="http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0AaM3DZu4buGbpY&cid=SFLYOCWIDGET&eid=118"><img src="http://images-community.shutterfly.com/prs/v1/0AaM3DZu4buGcA/0AaM3DZu4buGcOLA/p/67b0de21b3127d902548/JPEG/1354494505000/0/" style="padding: 0; background: #ffffff; border: none; box-shadow: none;"></a></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewMessageContainer" style="height:55px; background-color:#f4f4e9; text-align:center; padding: 15px 0 15px 0; line-height: 19px;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewTitle" style="font-family: arial, sans-seris; font-size: 15px; color: #333333; font-weight: bold;"><span>Photo Card</span></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewViewCollection" style="font-family: arial, sans-seris; font-size: 13px; color: #333333;"><span>View the entire <a href="http://www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery" style="color: #6666cc;">collection</a> of cards.</span></div></div></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetBottom" style="height:6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/bottom.gif);"></div></div>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-66095730621186165442012-11-07T15:00:00.006-08:002012-11-07T15:00:49.968-08:00Videos of interest <a href="http://touchstonecf.org/teachings/guest/20110515AM.html" target="_blank">http://touchstonecf.org/teachings/guest/20110515AM.html</a><br />
<br />Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-83980516568332012822012-11-06T14:55:00.001-08:002013-01-06T16:47:59.394-08:00Carly and her little brother Cannon<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/P5ZLikGIlaU?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br />
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-36428866732542969322012-09-24T13:40:00.001-07:002012-09-24T13:40:19.921-07:00The Social Media Monster - is it ALIVE?<a data-mce-href="http://redeapp.com/index.php/red-e-app-blog/entry/the-social-media-monster-is-alive" href="http://redeapp.com/index.php/red-e-app-blog/entry/the-social-media-monster-is-alive" target="_blank"><img alt="Social Media Monster [Infographic]" border="0" data-mce-src="http://redeapp.com/images/blog/TheSocialMediaMonster.png" src="http://redeapp.com/images/blog/TheSocialMediaMonster.png" width="550" /></a><br />
Courtesy of <a data-mce-href="http://www.redeapp.com" href="http://www.redeapp.com/">Red e App</a>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-47461127523375351932012-09-20T13:27:00.001-07:002012-09-20T13:27:53.751-07:00You Can Make It ---- The Outgo <iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/gfsxqUhbLNA?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br />
Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-51318919589398045162012-08-13T21:57:00.001-07:002012-08-13T21:57:49.179-07:00In Your Freedom I will live!<div><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujYmM7de66o&feature=youtube_gdata_player">Watch "Hillsong - In Your Freedom" on YouTube</a><br>
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</div>Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-41091600763004579602012-08-13T10:40:00.001-07:002012-08-13T11:52:28.775-07:00Small change; HUGE step of Faith<div>
Sometimes you just have to step out in faith and go for a change. This was my weekend to do so and I embraced the change in a seemingly small way; but it was a HUGE step of faith for me. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1977:<br />My mom, brother Randy and myself. Dark brown hair; layers. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1990:<br />My Russell and I on our wedding day. Dark brown hair; subtle highlights; layers.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2011: <br />Amanda, Jill and Me. Amanda's graduation.<br />Dark brown hair,subtle highlights and layers</td></tr>
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Carly's home coming day! March 16. <br />Dark brown hair; layers and blonde highlights. <br />
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Robin L Greensladehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10388209308675624161noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4685150811540460229.post-30922500243532346732012-08-03T15:14:00.002-07:002012-08-03T15:28:28.546-07:00If you REALLY knew me ......You would know that: <br />
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1)<em><span style="background-color: white;"> I am really shy and tend to think that people don't like me.</span></em> <br />
Maybe that stems from being the over-weight girl in elementary school who was made fun of on a daily basis. Or maybe it is just because I lack confidence. For a brief period in life I felt confident until I heard a close friend telling another that she only pretended to like me because her parents did and they felt I was a good influence on her. Both girls laughed and continued to make snide comments about me and I have carried that shattered feeling into adulthood. (So, maybe I'm not really an adult yet.) Facebook, Twitter and Blogging allow me to reach out and interact with people without letting my shyness get in the way. <br />
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2) <em>For all my bluster and gruff I really am not as confident as I pretend to be.</em> <br />
I hide my self conscious self and lack of confidence behind a smile and sterness. I know that I am not pretty or of a weight that is acceptible to society. But, I do love people and strive to make others as happy as I can no matter what. <br />
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3)<em> I am terrified of the dark; and afraid of what lurks in the shadows.</em> <br />
Everything about the dark scares me. I have horrendous nightmares if I sleep too deeply and can't separate them from reality when I first wake. I dream that people have invaded my home and compromised the safety of my family and our precious cats and dog. Sleeping leaves me vulnerable and unfortunately; it has turned me into an insomniac.<br />
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4)<em> I wanted to play girls softball or volleyball; but never did.</em> <br />
My brother Randy is exceptionally athletic and sports came easy to him. He has an innate grace and skill with just about any sport (especially tennis and baseball.) I'm eight years younger, left handed and not naturally prone to sports. My mom and brother teased me about being so inept at sports and did everything they could to discourage me from trying to join any type of a team. I think they were trying to protect me from failure and being teased. <br />
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5) <em>Until I was almost 30 I thought I did not have a creative bone in my body and never had a hobby.</em> <br />
Then I went to a Creative Memories Home Show and learned how to use triangles and page borders and adhesive to make a really cool visual story of our snapshots. I was HOOKED!!! From that moment on I fell in love with paper crafts. I love scrapping and stamping and feel very passionate about the freedom and energy I get from allowing my mind to create and enjoy!<br />
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6) <em>I like to cook & am not afraid to grab random ingredients from the pantry & see what is cooking</em>.<br />
I've tried to instill this same spirit in my daughter. Cooking is fun! Whether you create a gourmet meal or a meal that hits the trash bin...it is all about enjoying life. Cooking is creative and calls to my creative soul. <br />
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7) <em>I adore black male cats.</em> <br />
Yup! I was 5 when I got my first black male cat. His name was Shadow and he was my shadow. We were best friends for ever and ever. When I was young I could dress him in my doll's clothes and put him in the buggy. I could carry him like a baby, or have him chase a foil ball. This cat was amazing. Full of love and snuggles. He slept with me every night and purred me to sleep. I was 15 1/2 when I had to have him put to sleep. I mourned him like crazy. Since Shadow I have never been without a black male cat. They own me. <br />
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8) <em>I met my husband when he came to the rescue of a friend who locked her keys in the car.</em> <br />
My husband drives for AAA. He is such a cutie! He has the most amazing blue eyes and a wonderful laugh. We went on our 1st date in November of 89 and were married in September of 90. I love him!<br />
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9) <em>We wanted 3 children; but have been blessed with 1 amazing daughter that we love!</em> <br />
I have PCOS and was told the chances of getting pregnant were less than 1 in a million. Oh how that destroyed me. While still trying to come to terms with that heart shattering news; I discovered that I was pregnant!!!! Whooooop whoooooppp!!!!! Oh yeah!!!! Amanda is now 19 and she is the proof that God blesses our lives. Yes HE does!!!<br />
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10)<em> I love to read; play with our Beagle and hate walking in bare feet. Random I know. But all true. </em><br />
My closet reading passion is Harlequin romances. My great grand-mother, grand mother and mom have always read them and their covers always intrigued me. Reading them seems natural. I only read happy stuff. I like clean humor, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Amish stories, stories about animals and love, and blogs. Blogs fascinateme and teach me. My mind is happy learning from others. Happiness is a theme. Yes - I do prefer to live in a rose colored world of happiness. <br />
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Our Beagle is a gift from God. Carly enriches our life and draws our family together. We play with her, train her, love her and enjoy every moment with her. She is a delight to be around. Her energy is contagious. Her brown eyes reflect joy, and her desire to explore every nook and cranny of the world around her. She loves bugs, rugs, toys, tree bark, chew toys and her family. We love her. <br />
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Shoes and socks were made for a reason. Why? Because I can't stand bare feet. Don't know why. But I always wear socks and shoes. Always. <br />
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So, what would I know about you if I really knew YOU? <br />
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