In the Merry Month of May, Let's Play!                              

"IMPressions", your newsletter from
Bev Howden, "The Imp Lady"

http://www.theimpjournal.com
http://www.TheImpLady.com

Issue # 74, Part 1, May 12, 2009
Reading time: about 5 minutes

Dear Impish one,
You are the reason for this newsletter. I'm dedicated to
supporting the "imp" in you - especially this month your
Inner Merry, Playful self.

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because you subscribed to it as a member of "The Imp
Community" online, or a friend passed it on. To opt-in or
to unsubscribe, see instructions at the end.

A special welcome to new subscribers! Earlier editions are
archived:  http://www.theimpjournal.com/archives/

"If you like this newsletter," encourages The Imp, "please pass
it on to family members, friends and colleagues."

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1. Feature Article: In the Merry Month of May, Let's Play!
2. Member Profile: a surprise "Guest"?
3. Information, Messages, Practicalities

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1. Feature Article: In the Merry Month of May, Let's Play!

Has your Intuitive, Magical, Playful inner child been out to
play today? If you want to get some fun fitted into every day,
you need things that can be enjoyed in brief periods. Such as
playing with a pet, sharing a hug, reading comics, smelling the
roses. It's an attitude - kibitzing around, spontaneously
skipping down the street, laughing a lot.

Longer periods for play may need to be scheduled in - the morning
to play tennis or golf, the trip to the zoo with young children,
the evening getting together with friends and playing Rummoli.

The feature Article in July 2004 was titled 'Playtime!'
Here is the link:
http://www.theimpjournal.com/archives/issue-17.htm

Another article was in January 2006, called 'Let's Play'.
http://www.theimpjournal.com/archives/issue-35.htm

The Imp invites you to get a cuppa, put your feet up and reread
those two articles and then choose to fit more playfulness into
your life. I've also combined the 2 articles into one Word
document. If you'd like me to e-mail it to you just put 'Play
articles' in the subject line.

This article is short and sweet - PLAY! Laughter is the best
medicine; play is the best stress buster. In school, you had
recess. As an adult schedule your own recess time!

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2. Member Profile: a surprise "Guest"?

Do you enjoy reading about other Imp Community Members? There's
been no response for the last 2 months so I'm wondering whether
to continue offering this opportunity for you to "toot your own
horn" ( for example if you've written a book or have a website)
or just to share what you are passionate about.

So for this month, the surprise "Guest" is The Imp!

"Oh, Intrepid, Moonlit Pigtails!" chortles The Imp, "Bev had no
idea when I first popped into her mind in August 1993 of what
would happen when I took up permanent residency."

"Humans take nine months from conception to birth; I took almost
nine years before artist, Povis Law, captured the qualities Bev
wanted me to express."

"My Interests? Playing, human potential (yours!), playing,
Imagining Magnificent Possibilities, playing, Investigating Many
Pathways, having fun (oh, and did I mention playing?)"

"Motivation? Definitely from Source - supporting you to express
your God-given talents and passions to live fully and leave a gift
to the world."

"Passion - for possibilities. I was conceived when Bev was taking
a course called 'Exploring Extra-ordinary Human Capacities' from
Jean Houston who wrote many books including 'The Possible Human'.
I'm an expression of Bev's Passion for supporting YOU to fully
realize your potential."

You're Invited to submit your Member Profile. What is IMPortant
to you? Your Interests? Motivation? Passion? What is an Inner
Magnificent Part of you yearning to express? This is one way to
put it out to the Universe. E-mail bev@TheImpLady.com
with "Member Profile" in the subject line.

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3. Information, Messages, Practicalities

My 'Starting Life Over' 7-week e-Coaching program grew out of my
own 'dark night of the soul' experience in 1993.
http://www.StartingLifeOver.com

So as someone who has experienced major change I’m excited to
tell you about a just released book 'The First 30 Days: Your
Guide to Making Any Change Easier' by Ariane de Bonvoisin.

I wish it had been available in 1993!

Ariane's book has been covered by Oprah Magazine, The Today Show,
CBS, Forbes, BusinessWeek, Glamour, USAToday and others.

'The First 30 Days' will ignite your courage to make that change
you've always dreamed of, or help you navigate a tough change
that's come your way. It’s also a wonderful gift for anyone you
know going through a change.

For a limited time only, you'll also get a dozen exclusive gifts
from top experts/authors in the world including, Dr Wayne Dyer,
Arielle Ford and Gay Hendricks.

And for the first time ever, Ariane is going to offer a month of
free coaching to one lucky winner, so act now.
http://www.first30days.com/book

Ariane teaches you nine principles of change, why some people are
good at change, initiate change and can handle anything, while
others face struggle and hardship.

To get your copy of this terrific book, your free gifts and a
chance to win 30 days of coaching with Ariane, act now. You get
access to all the gifts immediately. No need to wait.
http://www.first30days.com/book

"Call Bev a bookaholic," chimes in The Imp, "She also has
information about another exciting book launching on May 19th.
Look for the special offer for Eldon Taylor's latest book, 'Mind
Programming: From Persuasion and Brainwashing to Self-Help and
Practical Metaphysics.' It's so much in line with what moi
(The Imp) is about - your Inner Magnificent Potential! Look for
a special e-mail on the 19th."

What challenges are you facing on your journey to greater self-
empowerment? Do you really have what it takes to live a life of
Inspiration, Magic and Passion? To find out, take The Imp's Quick
Quiz and apply for a complimentary 40 minute phone consultation.
http://www.theimpjournal.com/quick-quiz/ and discover how personal
coaching can benefit you.

Here is what a recent coaching client had to say:
When I first contacted Bev I was in a place of feeling completely
overwhelmed. I was experiencing life altering circumstances
including joblessness and a relocation to a new state, to name a
few, and a desire to get to know myself better while creating a
life that could bring me the joy and satisfaction that I had
always wanted. I just didn’t know where to start, I was stuck! 
 
After just one session working with Bev I was able to focus.
I had found someone who listened to me without any judgment.
When I was unclear in my thoughts she somehow knew exactly
what to say to help me focus and identify what was really
going on.

Amazing how in such a short period of time I feel almost
transformed. I went from a fragmented, thought ridden individual,
to a woman who is ready, willing and able to follow my hearts
desire.

Having Bev as my Personal Coach, a person who genuinely cared
about me and listened, made the process so welcoming. She made
it fun! I looked forward to our calls and filling her in on all
the excitement and changes that were happening in my life.

This has been one of the most rewarding experiences for me.
After only 6 weeks, I know my purpose and am on my way... and as
my dreams expand, my goals are met or even modified, I now have
usable tools to take me forward.

I thank you so much, Bev, for being on the other end of the
phone - supporting me, encouraging me and listening. Thank you! 
Debbie Saring 

I'm proud to share with you the news that I won the "Innovation"
Award on May 7th at the Comox Valley Home Based Business
Association Awards Night. This award goes to a member who has
improved their business by introducing a new product or service,
or has diversified.

One of the things I've had a lot of fun with is using the
illustrations from 'The Imp Journal' to create other products
(total of 12) which I sold last summer at 'The Imp Boutique' in
an outdoor market on Saturdays. The market opens again this year
in Simms Park on May 30th. If you are local, I invite you to
come by.

For Imp Community members who live elsewhere, as a way to
celebrate my award, two people who respond to this offer by
May 17th will receive a surprise gift - an item that's practical
and fits with this month's theme. E-mail me with "Innovation" in
the subject line and tell 'The Imp' why you should win. Hint: be
playfully outrageous!

With my passion for human potential (which is what The Imp is
all about), another innovation was to join 'Humanity Unites
Brilliance'(HUB). My monthly membership fee feeds and educates
three  children, provides drinking water for 10 people and
contributes to micro-loans in developing countries. In return I
have phenominal access to resources for personal and business
growth.

The free four-week series 'From Vision to Action' that I told you
about last month,is an example of new resources each week for
HUB members to feast from.

As a business model HUB provides several ways to generate income,
to keep giving you need to be receiving, too. I invite you to
consider helping those in third world countries get world value,
rather than local value, for their products.
Check out http://theimplady.hubhub.org/globalmarketplace/

As an Imp Community member, you can have a link to your website
at http://www.TheImpLady.com/links.htm 
Scroll down until you see the heading "Imp Community Members",
or click on those words at the top just under the main heading
"Introducing My Picks", to see where it will be placed.

There's also information there how you can place a reciprocal
link. "Which," pipes up The Imp, "Would be greatly appreciated."

To have your website included email me bev@theimplady.com with
the title you want, your URL and a brief description.
My webmaster will take it from there. 
Please say "Member Website" in the subject line.

There are 3 ways to win a wee Imp "dreams to reality" pillow
including a "Law of Attraction" booklet to guide its use.

1. Request game cards and mark your location on The Imp's guest
map. It's fun! There's only one rule to this game - don't get
caught doing it! (If you're travelling in the near future,
The Imp would love to get to new places with you!)
http://www.theimpjournal.com/where-in-world.htm

2. During the first 3 months as a new subscriber.

3. When you purchase The Imp Journal: Guided Journal Writing for
Personal Empowerment, Vol.1

Look for the name of the winner each month in Part 2 of the news-
letter that comes out at the end of the month.

Are you ready to create an Inspirational Manual of Possibilities
for your life? That's what The Imp Journal becomes! Online
bonuses included.
http://www.theimpjournal.com/order-journal.htm

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Who do you know that would enjoy this issue of "IMPressions"?
Just hit the forward button on your e-mail program...

Look for your next issue, Part 2 at the end of the month.
Warmly, "The Imp and I", Beverley ;-)

Beverley Howden, M.Ed.
"The Imp Lady"
Personal Empowerment Facilitator
1-250-897-0992
bev@TheImpLady.com

The Imp, the delight of my life, came to me during the bleakest
period of my life. If you're rebuilding your life or reinventing
who you are, check out my other website
http://www.StartingLifeOver.com

Facing health challenges? Life too stressful?
Explore a comprehensive alternative program that will alleviate
concerns and offer dramatic answers.
It's so much in line with all "The Imp" stands for!
http://www.consciousplanet.net/theImpLady

Find support to live your brilliance! At the same time help move
the world from 'survival' to 'personal empowerment' to 'sustained
abundance'. Discover a new paradigm for humanitarian living and
giving through "Humanity Unites Brilliance". Watch the short
videos at http://theimplady.hubhub.org/videofeed.php
If this speaks to your soul, contact me. I'm so proud to be a
Canadian Founding Arc Angel of Humanity Unites Brilliance!

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