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Our Pets.. Funny Stuff to brighten your day! <3 Enjoy...

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE PETS, THIS IS A TRUE STORY.
                    FOR THOSE THAT DON'T, IT IS A TRUE STORY. 
  
The following was found posted very low on a refrigerator door.

Dear Dogs and Cats:  The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food.  The other dishes are mine and contain my food.  Placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.

The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack.  Racing me to the bottom is not the object.  Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.

I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed.  I am very sorry about this.  Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort, however.  Dogs and cats can actually curl up in a ball when they sleep.  It Is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible.  I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out on the other end to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm.

For the last time, there is no secret exit from the bathroom! If, by some miracle, I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, meow, try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge in an attempt to open the door.  I must exit through the same door I entered.  Also, I have been using the bathroom for years - canine/feline attendance is not required.

The proper order for kissing is:  Kiss me first, then go smell the other dog or cat's butt.  I cannot stress this enough.

Finally, in fairness, dear pets, I have posted the following message on the front door:

TO ALL NON-PET OWNERS WHO VISIT AND LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT OUR PETS:

(1)  They live here.  You don't.   
(2)  If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture.  That's why they call it 'fur'-niture.   
(3) I like my pets a lot better than I like most people.   
(4)  To you, they are animals.  To me, they are adopted sons/daughters who are short, hairy, walk on all fours and don't speak clearly.
posted Wednesday, September 16, 2009 8:19 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Where is your self worth?

Where is your self worth?
 
I believe we teach others how to treat us. We will allow only what we allow. If someone is walking all over us and we keep letting them do it, we are allowing it.
This seems to happen a lot because we may often feel we love the other so much, they will stop the antics.
 
NO! You cannot make anyone do anything, they have to want to change themselves.
 
Again, where is your self worth?
 
I once lost mine. In fact maybe a few times through the years. I lost self respect. Now, I see where I went wrong. My fault was letting others take advantage of me because I cared about them.
Whether you are romantically engaging, family relationships or friends, its not okay to allow people to take advantage. It's only okay if you want that and most people do not.
If you start to wonder why certain things keep happening, think what did you allow? Some circumstances do not pertain to this.
I will tell you from experience and my career, it all begins with what you will allow into your life and often who.
 
If you want a great partner, be one. Then make sure you are ready to draw up some boundaries as to what is acceptable and not.
When we value, honor and love ourselves we do not allow others to take advantage. We see the value we bring and worth we have to offer. If they cannot see that, who's problem would that be? ( Answer = there's)
People who see that you are a self respecting individual are less likely to play games. They know you are less likely to engage. You will draw more positive like minded individuals to you.
 
No one was put on this earth to be a rug mat. We all experience that at different times. However, learn from it as I have.
If a man cannot see my value and inner beauty, he is not worth my time nor efforts. Outer beauty is always something that will fade with time as we grow old. You can be the prettiest one on block but not be the brightest bulb in the box. You are not stupid, you just want to be loved and accepted. Who doesn't?
 
Value yourself or no one else will. We all want to change our looks, pants size and so forth. That is great to an extent. So if you want to change how you are treated then treat yourself with the same love and respect you should treat another and value who you are.
posted Sunday, September 06, 2009 5:04 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

GET EMOTIONALLY FIT...

GET EMOIONALLY FIT…

Maintain Your Balance

Guard Your Boundaries

We all have to set boundaries. Without them we allow others to take advantage. They may not mean to do so but non the less in order to obtain harmony, set boundaries, Your boundaries reflect what is or is not acceptable for you as an individual. They mark out the things that are important to you and how you expect to be treated by others.

Ask for Help

Life as you know can be crazy and hectic so when you need help, ask for it. Friends can be a great source. Meditation is a nice way to relax and get grounded or even a group that would suite your needs. There is no shame in asking for help. So if in need, ask!

Have Fun

Fun you say? Yes, fun. Although we are adults and have many responsibilities we all need time for fun. It doesn’t have to be expensive. A gathering to watch a movie, a few laughs with friends over some freshly made iced tea. Something that is NOT stressful. This also helps. Not everything has to cost money to have fun. Laughter is the best medicine.

Express Yourself

Expressing yourself clearly and honestly is the key to maintaining good relations with others. Be warm; be kind, honest and where necessary firmly maintain your boundaries.

Listen

Listen to your body, listen to your instincts, listen to others. By listening, we become aware and even if at times we don't agree with what we hear, we have an opportunity to prevent misunderstanding or problems before they become less manageable. By listening we have the possibility of learning so much! Listening is part of being Intuitive and we all have that within us.

Be Kind

Always be kind. Even if you have to enforce one of your boundaries do so kindly. Once you start operating from a loving place of the heart, this will occur naturally. It is not always easy to be kind because we are human. But the tongue indeed is mightier than the sword.

Show Your Appreciation

Share a smile or a laugh. When someone is kind to you, even let’s say letting you cut in front of them in traffic, show it. Appreciating things helps to keep you in a state of being thankful. Now a days I feel we have so much to be grateful for and often enough forget to notice.

 

Mental Health

 

Keep a check on your mental health. What stresses you will drive you physically. I can attest to this. Be kind and good to yourself. Keep a check list of what makes you feel good. As long as you are not hurting others, good emotional health consists of mental, physical and yes, spiritual too.

posted Friday, August 28, 2009 11:40 AM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Inspiration - Comes the Dawn

"After a while you learn the subtle difference
between holding a hand and chaining a soul.
And you learn that love doesn't mean leaning
and company isn't security.
(Kisses aren't contracts and presents aren't promises.)

After awhile you begin to accept your defeats
with your head up and your eyes open,
with the grace of a woman, not the grief of a child.
And you learn to build your roads on today
because tomorrow's ground is too uncertain
and the inevitable has a way of crumbling in mid-flight.

After a while you learn that even sunshine burns
if you stand too long in one place.

So, you plant your own garden and decorate your own soul
instead of waiting for someone else to bring you flowers.
And you learn you really can endure,
that you really do have worth.
You learn that with every good-bye comes the dawn."

 

Author Unknown

posted Monday, August 17, 2009 10:33 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

The Power to heal

Many people assume you must have special powers of gifts to heal and today I want to share with you my view on what I feel healing is.
 
Healing can be a simple touch or a smile. We never really know what is going on behind closed doors do we? Just because someone is wearing an expensive dress or driving a really nice car does not mean their life is fitting perfectly like a puzzle. Rose colored glasses has always been an interesting expression. When I was a child I wore them often. I thought I looked pretty in pink. The world was perfect and everyone in it was that way too.
 
The world is not so. However, we can be loving, healing people with Reiki degree's, red capes or special gifts. Inside each and everyone of us are gifts that we are given from our Creator it is called Love. Love heals, a helping hand heals. Smiling at someone, telling a joke to someone who is feeling so down can heal.
 
So many hurt. We cannot save the world, no. Maybe one kiss, hug or helping hand at a time we can share with each other what we are really made of; everyday healers.
It is easy to love our family and friends. It is very difficult to be kind to someone we do not know or someone whom is cruel.
 
I challenge you today with the ever growing changes in this world to share a smile with another, be kind to someone just because. Let someone out in front of you in traffic. Make a difference. One step at a time, one day a time.
posted Wednesday, August 05, 2009 5:15 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Living with Integrity

Living with Integrity
 
Hold your head up high no matter how low you feel. Hold on tightly to all that is good and truthful.
Believe with your heart that you can take one more step forward. (You really can)
Know that you were created to be "Brilliant". There is no doubt that you are just that.
 
Leave the past behind. It can no longer be lived.
Look to the future with hope, there is always a gift someone will give.
Live in the present, it is just that; a present.
Live with integrity.
 
Walk your own path, do not listen to the sounds that speak negativity.
Know when you are still your Creator is standing with you.
Speak words of kindness no matter how unkind someone is to you.
It's none of your business what someone else thinks of you.
It is however your business what you think of yourself. Love yourself.
You are so worthy.
Laugh! Laugh till your stomach hurts.
 
Live with integrity. It is a simple trick that keeps your sleep sound.
Know that there will always be better - God may close a door but He always opens a window.
(My best friend says God doesn't like ugly) She is correct.
Be still and listen with your heart, it knows which direction to take you in.
(Remember to listen closely)
Take the high road. No one is worth your soul.
No one is worth your love if they cannot respect you.
Be who you are. Remember you are brilliant.
 
Respect yourself or no one else will. This teaches people how to treat you, so treat yourself well.
Forgive yourself, forgive others.
Live with integrity.
 
Truly, in the end it is always between you and your Creator, so as it is with all mankind.
 
May you be blessed.
 
Always,
Michelle
 
(Copyright Michelle Caporale 2009)
posted Friday, May 29, 2009 2:08 AM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Blessings for Happy Passover and Joyous Easter

It starts now. We celebrate Passover and go into to Easter. For all of you, including myself,  that celebrate these holiest of holiday's, I wish you nothing but joy and goodness.

May you remember the joy of freedom from our ancestors and the blessing of ever lasting life that Christ gave.

Peace,

Michelle xo

posted Wednesday, April 08, 2009 3:09 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

The Relationship Game

Love & ?
 
We all deal with this and as a practicing intuitive it is the hot topic everyday. 90% of my readings are based on love. It makes the world go round, oh yes! It also makes us dizzy after we stop spinning.
 
Let's take a good look at love. In order for love to actually work both people have to be in it, completely. It is a game of chance. Yes or no? Maybe. First I feel, you need to know who you are and what you want. Don't obliviously start a relationship expecting that person to fill your every need when you don't know what you want, who you are and best of all you don't even love yourself. You can start swimming now because you have already sunk that ship.
 
No one person can fill your every need. So please don't expect them too. You also cannot fill that one person's every need. You partner up together as a team not as a life saver. You support each other, yes. However, you have other friends as they do and people who care as they should and better. Girl friends and guy friends. Don't expect a miracle, it doesn't work that way. Even in a marriage. Love is a beautiful thing but in love we can be independent and still loving at the same time. We can be supportive and not suffocating.
 
Be sure you know what you want before you proceed. Be clear. Do not expect more from someone than you are willing to give. Get it right with yourself first and foremost. YOU always have to be #1 and then take on the relationship. The healthiest relationships that I have seen and noticed are those where two people come together as two separate individuals doing well and enjoy as one. They do not loose themselves. They are friends always, lovers later. They respect themselves first as well as each other. They fight fair. They tell the truth with respect.
 
They laugh. There is more laughing then crying. If you find that all you are feeling aggravation and sadness the majority of the time,  you may want to think again. Someone once told me that a relationship is never supposed to be so difficult, it should just flow. I concur. Even with distance, it should just flow. Yes, there will be ups and downs, that is expected and normal.  
 
 " I would rather cry without you then with you". My tears would eventually stop without you then if I had to be tormented with you. You want a healthy relationship. Even though we love, that does not mean that love is one in which is a healthy one. We have to learn the difference. Love is a magical emotion. Romantic love in all it's glory is majestic! Make sure you are open and have things in common. You most certainly do not have to have everything in common and you shouldn't or I would say that would be boring.
 
Each person brings to the table individuality which is very refreshing. Allow your partner to grow as they should allow the same curiosity to you.
There you have it. My take only. Not the official rule book but I sure hope it helps.
 
posted Monday, April 06, 2009 1:17 AM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

How do you want to be treated?

Treat others as you would want to be treated. Do unto others what you would have them do unto you.

Be thoughtful and kind in all you do, even if someone else does not treat you with kindness. Bless them and send them on there way.

 

“Sincerity is the treasure of a land, for it is in sincerity that the people find their strength in times of hardship.”
Confucius

“Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles.”
Confucius

“Sincerity is the way of heaven; to think how to be sincere is the way of man.”
Mencius

Kindness and Love goes a very long way.

posted Saturday, March 28, 2009 11:30 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM (LOL)

A  WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM

If you read this without laughing out loud, there is something wrong with you. This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine.

Dear Diary,

For my birthday this year, my daughter (the dear) purchased a week of personal training at the local health club for me.
Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try.

I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Belinda, who identified herself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear.

My daughter seemed pleased with my enthusiasm to get started! The club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress.


MONDAY:
Started my day at 6:00 a.m. Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to find Belinda waiting for me. She is something of a Greek goddess - with blond hair, dancing eyes and a dazzling white smile. Woo Hoo!!

Belinda gave me a tour and showed me the machines. I enjoyed watching the skillful way in which she conducted her aerobics class after my workout today. Very inspiring!

Belinda was encouraging as I did my sit- ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time she was around. This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!

TUESDAY:
I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Belinda made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then she put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. Belinda's rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It's a whole new life for me.


WEDNESDAY
The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was OK as long as I didn't try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a GEO in the club parking lot.

Belinda was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. Her voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when she scolds, she gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying.

My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Belinda put me on the stair monster. Why the h*ll would anyone e invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Belinda told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. She said some other nonsense too.


THURSDAY:
Belinda was waiting for me with her vampire-like teeth exposed as her thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn't help being a half an hour late - it took me that long to tie my shoes.

Belinda took me to work out with dumbbells. When she was not looking, I ran and hid in the rest-room. She sent another thin witch to find me.

Then, as punishment, she put me on the rowing machine -- which I sank.

FRIDAY:
I hate that witch Belinda more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anemic, anorexic little cheerleader. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat her with it.

Belinda wanted me to work on my triceps. I don't have any triceps! And if you don't want dents in the floor, don't hand me the d*mn barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich.

The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a health and nutrition teacher. Why couldn't it have been someone softer, like the drama coach or the choir director?

SATURDAY:
Belinda left a message on my answering machine in her grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing her voice made me want to smash the machine with my planner; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel.

SUNDAY:
I'm having the Church van pick me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my daughter (the little brat) will choose a gift for me that is fun -- like a root canal or a hysterectomy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with diamonds!!!


Send this to a friend who needs to laugh.    

posted Saturday, March 21, 2009 12:10 AM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Positive Quote of the Day

 

Quote of the Day
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great."
– Mark Twain

posted Thursday, March 19, 2009 3:30 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Never borrow from the future..


An Angel says, 'Never borrow from the future.. If you worry about what may happen tomorrow and it doesn't happen, you have worried in vain. Even if it does happen, you have to worry twice.'


1. Pray

2. Go to bed on time.

3. Get up on time so you can start the day unrushed.

4. Say No to projects that won't fit into your time schedule, or that will compromise your mental health

5. Delegate tasks to capable others.

6. Simplify and unclutter your life.

7. Less is more. (Although one is often not enough, two are often too many.)

8. Allow extra time to do things and to get to places.

 

9. Pace yourself. Spread out big changes and difficult projects over time; don't lump the hard things all together.

10. Take one day at a time.

11. Separate worries from concerns . If a situation is a concern, find out what God would have you do and let go of the anxiety . If you can't do anything about a situation, forget it.

12. Live within your budget; don't use credit cards for ordinary purchases.

 

13. Have backups; an extra car key in your wallet, an extra house key buried in the garden, extra stamps, etc.

14. K.M.S. (Keep Mouth Shut). This single piece of advice can prevent an enormous amount of trouble.

15. Do something for the Kid in You everyday.

16. Carry a Bible with you to read while waiting in line.

17. Get enough rest.

18. Eat right.

19 Get organized so everything has its place.

20. Listen to a tape while driving that can help improve your quality of life.

21. Write down thoughts and inspirations.

22. Every day, find time to be alone.

23. Having problems? Talk to God on the spot. Try to nip small problems in the bud. Don't wait until it's time to go to bed to try and pray.
24. Make friends with Good people.

25. Keep a folder of favorite jokes on hand.

26. Remember that the shortest bridge between despair and hope is often a good 'Thank you Universe, God .'

27. Laugh.
28. Laugh some more!

29. Take your work seriously, but not yourself at all.

30. Develop a forgiving attitude (most people are doing the best they can).

31. Be kind to unkind people (they probably need it the most).

32. Sit on your ego.

33. Talk less; listen more.

34. Slow down.

35. Remind yourself that you are not the general manager of the universe.

36. Every night before bed, think of one thing you're grateful

for that you've never been grateful for before.

GOD HAS A WAY OF TURNING THINGS AROUND FOR YOU.


posted Saturday, March 14, 2009 3:26 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

The Economy - Like attracts like (Free Minutes)

Ever wonder if it holds water that we do attract what we want and don't want in our lives really is true?

I try not to watch the news simply because there is hardly anything nice being reported. I know the economy is rough because my clients have lost jobs and family have lost money in stock. Yet, I keep hearing that we have to change this thought process of how bad our nation is. If we don't we will keep attracting the decline of more jobs lost and a deeper recession.

I am not a political advisor by far and will not get into the heat of why or who did what. I do believe that if we, all together, start believing that this time in our economic woes will change and there will be an upswing with more jobs, better pay we shall raise our good intentions as well as vibrations. When I want something good I try to remember that like attracts like.

I like good health, love, prosperity. So, let me thank God for that even if at that moment I may not have it. I have to know it is coming. It is intention. I the do intuitively know that economy is picking up even though I have seen some very sad, horrid stories. It is getting better. It is on the upswing.

What is your thought?

Prosperous Blessings,

Michelle

PS: If you are new to keen you will get your first 3 minutes free to call me. I will give minutes out as often as I can and do so daily. If you are just new to me and would like free minutes I will send you a minute to start you reading off so we can connect. Please be kind and do not abuse the minutes given. It is always a pleasure to meet new clients as I treasure the one's I have had for years.

posted Saturday, March 14, 2009 12:41 AM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

Encougement..

 

God doesn't give you the people you want, He gives you the people you
NEED -
To help you, to hurt you, to leave you, to love you and to make you into
the
person you were meant to be.

We are all gonna grow often that means people have to come and go.

Yet, we learn. Then we move ahead to bigger and better. When you look back you can see, just not when you are in the middle. 

When going forward look ahead not behind you will miss all that is to come.

Never look in the rear view mirror you will miss your exit. 

posted Tuesday, February 17, 2009 8:22 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments

With Valentine's Day approaching...

With Valentine's Day approaching I know many call to ask if he or she will not forget them on this day, or will they make plans?

Valentine's Day to me has seemed to get out of hand with the hype of exspensive chocolates, flowers and cards. It matters what people do and say, not what they give.

If this year you find that you are alone on February the 14th I want you to treat your own heart with care. "Love thyself". Take yourself out and maybe treat yourself to something fun and special. It may not be what you are looking for or dreaming of but it's okay to be good to yourself while waiting for Mr. or Ms. right.

Cupid may not be here this year but indeed just around the corner. Until that special one comes calling, love yourself. Do it even after the fact.

<3 Love,<3

Michelle

posted Saturday, February 07, 2009 10:35 PM by Michelle Caporale | 0 Comments
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