The Reaction: Silence is golden?

Which leads to silence NOT being golden. I also get the sense, given Obama's desire to hit the ground running, that he has people not only finding fact, but expressing reassurances and leaving impressions of precisely what he plans to .....more...

Snail Art Car The Golden Mean

"The Golden Mean" a giant Jules Verne hot rod snail art car we built in 2008 in my shop "Form & Refor.....more...

The Golden Season | newcritics

I live for this. No seriously - these are the months I love... the months from Oscar nominations to actual ceremonies (although, if you ask me, it's criminal...more...

Beatrix the Golden Retriever | Puppies | Daily Puppy

Beatie was born on October 3, 2008. She and her brother were the only two pups in the litter. When we went to see the breeder, Beatie was only five weeks old. She kinda picked us, as she walked over a...more...

Bull's Eye - Inauguration bash at Golden Belt | newsobserver.com blogs

Golden Belt, the remodeled textile factory off East Main Street, is hosting a "Durham for Obama Inaugural Celebration" on Inauguration Day. According to event planner Lori Jones Tyson, the affair runs from 6 to 10 p.m. in Building 2 and .....more...

Best Week Ever В» Blog Archive В» BWE NECKLACE CHALLENCE: Beyonce vs ...

GOLDEN-BEYOBNCE.jpg Back in 2008, I told you about a fabled piece of jewelry that I could not live without: The “Thank You For Being a Friend” Necklace, which featured small acrylic cut-outs of my life-spirations, The Golden Girls. .....more...

Blair Gets Golden Brown Nose At Last В« Ten Percent

Blair Gets Golden Brown Nose At Last. 6 January, 2009 — RickB. 8565t Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair will receive the highest civilian award in the US - the Presidential Medal of Freedom - next week.In his last week in office, .....more...

Skeptico: The Golden Woos

As several groups are apparently giving out awards, I decided I would start some of my own – The Golden Woo Awards for outstanding work in the promotion of Woo in the previous year. It’sa bit like the Golden.....more...

Golden Goaties: Kotaku's 2008 Games of the Year Awards

Kotaku's 2008 Judges' Choice Awards В· Kotaku's 2008 Games of the Year Awards В· Golden goaties В· Kotaku's 2008 Games of the Year Awards В· Teen Sucks At Gaming, Torches Warehouse В· internet cafe В· Teen Sucks At Gaming, Torches Warehouse .....more...

Aussie Millions Flashback: Australian Poker's Golden Years | Poker ...

Joe Hachem's 2005 win kicked off another wave of Aussie Millions growth...more...

BBC News Search: golden (20)

Island breed affected by TB case

A rare Guernsey breed of goat is hit by bovine TB, prompting concerns about animals on the island being affected.

Golden Girls pay tribute to Getty

The stars of classic US sitcom The Golden Girls remember actress Estelle Getty, who has died at the age of 84.

Golden rowers recall stormy win

Fifty years after winning gold in the Commonwealth games, a rowing team return to the scene of their victory.

Husband tortured and killed dog

A Coleraine man is convicted of torturing and killing his partner's golden retriever dog in October 2006.

Hellboy overpowers Hancock in US

Hellboy II: The Golden Army becomes the latest superhero movie to top the North American box office chart.

Was there ever a golden age?

Jill Dando: The golden girl of TV

Engaged and working on a new show, Jill Dando said in one of the last interviews that she had never been happier

Report finds golden eagle decline

The use of illegal poisons is identified as one of the main reasons behind a fall in eagle numbers.

New partner found by golden eagle

A golden eagle in the Borders finds a new breeding partner after his old one was poisoned.

Scones, jam and the golden goose

Small West Country food businesses, which are booming in the "buy local" craze, are now toying with the idea of expanding - but at what cost?

Luxury yacht firm's 'golden' deal

The purchase of luxury boat builder Princess Yachts by a French billionaire is a "golden opportunity", unions say.

Recalling Radio 1's 'golden age'

Johnny Beerling, controller of BBC Radio 1 from 1985 to 1993, remembers his time in charge of the pop station.

Separatist in Golden Temple ban

A prominent separatist in Indian-administered Kashmir is prevented from visiting the Golden Temple in Amritsar.

Early ceremony for Golden Globes

The 2009 Golden Globes will take place on 11 January, the earliest in the film awards' history.

'Golden eagle' speculation mounts

A photograph of a large bird raises speculation that a golden eagle could be nesting in south Wales.

'Golden goodbye' man stands again

A former councillor who was paid to retire under a Welsh Assembly Government scheme is standing again.

'Golden age' Disney animator dies

The last of the great artists from Walt Disney's golden age of animation dies at the age of 95.

Councillors 'not getting younger'

Councillors are not getting younger despite the offer of "golden goodbyes", research by BBC Wales finds.

Retired 'winning smoking fight'

The end of a person's working life is a golden opportunity to finally kick the smoking habit, research suggests.

EU rejects EADS golden share idea

The EU Commission rejects the idea of the French and German governments having golden shares in EADS.

How To Have A Blissful Stone Massage Experience

Almost everybody loves getting a massage, especially the new variation called stone massage, which incorporates the use of heated massage stones that are effective in opening up chakras or energy channels in our bodies.

And while most people think that the quality of their massage depends solely on the hands of an experienced and skillful therapist, the truth is, the recipient of the therapy also plays a role in making the experience a truly blissful one.

If you are wondering, how in the world you will be able to play a part in enjoying your massage experience, here are some tips to keep in mind the next time you go for a hot stone therapy session:

1. Arrive early for your appointment. This will give you a chance to use the facilities in the spa or holistic center that will enhance the benefits of the massage. It is a good idea to cool down with a sauna, steam bath, or whirlpool.

2. Do not eat a heavy meal an hour before the session. This means that a stopover to the eat-all-you-can buffet before the therapy is a big no-no. If you must eat, it is recommended that you munch on some light crackers instead.

3. Water, water and lots of it. Drink plenty of water before and after the session to help flush out the toxins from your body. This is also good to keep you hydrated throughout the session.

4. Do not apply lotion or moisturizer on your skin before the therapy because this may interfere with the oils or lotions to be used by the therapist. It is also not advisable to wear heavy jewelry or clothing since you will have to strip down most of it during the session.

5. Practice proper massage etiquette. Be courteous not only to your therapist but also to the other people getting their massages. This means that you should turn off your cellular phone when you arrive at the spa and keep your voice down as people are trying to relax. This tip is based mainly on the Golden rule. Your good manners will come right back to you.

6. Relax and clear your mind off things that are related to work or stress. Getting a massage is entirely futile if during the process you fill your mind with busy thoughts about paper works, deadlines or household chores. The key in getting a blissful stone massage experience is to indulge in the pleasure of the therapy and not to worry yourself.

7. Communicate with your therapist any concerns, preferences or issues that you may have. If you prefer low lighting, a colder room temperature or a different kind of music, do not hesitate to speak up. A good therapist will adjust to your needs accordingly.

8. After the session, do not get off the table immediately. Allow yourself to rest and cool down.

Getting a massage is truly one of the best pleasures in life. To make the most out of the experience, practice the tips mentioned about. Most of all, have fun!

Launching Your Career Into The World: Just Start Dancing And The Band Will Find You

The following is a book excerpt from THIS TIME I DANCE! Creating the Work You Love (How One Harvard Lawyer Left It All to Have It All!) by Tama J. Kieves (www.ThisTimeIDance.com) reprinted by permission of the author.

I don’t know a better way to march our dreams into the world other than to just march our dreams into the world. You could wait for the world to invite you to the banquet and the ball. Or you could just show up in your red dress and your headdress ready to boogie. I think the red dress is in order. The universe has invited us all to thrive in our lives and no one and nothing is ever holding us back.

I know so many creative soul friends who cloister their abilities like pearls in oyster shells beneath the sea, praying, hoping, sinking, aching and waiting, waiting, waiting. They wait for their chance like some kind of leprechaun to appear in the tall grasses with an embossed invitation from the queen. You are the queen. And it’s not chance that creates our chances.

We have enough opportunities to share, showcase, and refine our talents right in the here and now. Belt out your song over the baked beans at the company picnic now, paint postcards to your friends, practice telling your stories at the Jewish nursing home where somebody’s mother sleeps in loneliness for most of the day, interview a fascinating person for your community newspaper, or design a Web site for a firecracker organization you believe in. Tiny actions taken with huge-heartedness awaken big breaks and breakthroughs. Some of the richest opportunities come in the plainest of circumstances.

Fling those precious pearls like dandelion seeds to the breeze. Let life get wind of you. Sharing your gifts invigorates and promotes them. Talents intensify with use. Meanwhile, guarding your gifts keeps them in the dark where they do not grow or glow. Waiting until “the right time” usually means waiting in your sea cave until you have achieved artistic perfection in this lifetime— which you will never do; and this can make it tricky to attract a clientиle. There is a time to go inward. But then comes the time to no longer hide your love.

Alice, a former nurse and budding photographer, says she realized one day that the National Geographic wasn't going to ship her off on safari until she logged some mileage on her own khakis and camera. So she assigned herself an expedition, shooting cactus flowers in the dawn of a California desert. She bought an airline ticket, a dozen rolls of film, and a journal with a sunrise on the cover. Later, she titled and matted and framed the prints as though they were destined for gallery walls. She labeled them with her biography and vision statement, and distributed them as Christmas presents to family, friends, and some acquaintances. Alice presented her art as art instead of as an apologetic hobby she’d stuffed in her closet and hid from the world’s awaiting embrace.

Months later, an assistant to a travel magazine editor studied a photograph she liked in the bathroom of her hairdresser’s house at a New Year's Eve party. Three months later, the editor of the magazine gave Alice an assignment and a reason to believe in a destiny filled with sunrises. “Did you ever observe to whom the accidents happen? Chance favors only the prepared mind,” noted scientist Louis Pasteur.

Years ago, when I decided to start creativity coaching, I sweet-talked a few friends, even begged and bribed some, to sit with me on my seen-better-days, beige couch and let me work my seedling magic on them. I just couldn’t wait to help creative people honor their inspired dreams. Yet throughout each session, I flourished when our work together unlocked a hidden wonder. My experimentation matured into expertise and even more enthusiasm for my work. Later, these “clients” became walking advertisements for me that attracted real, non-bribed business. I started an entrepreneurial momentum by starting in an innocent moment.

So can you. Start somewhere, anywhere, and the magnetism of heartfelt action will take you to the next destination. Just hop on the train. Our world needs your inklings and original abilities, your caring hands, and customized pipeline to the infinite and sublime. There are whispers and pleas in the air calling your name. Please don’t hold yourself back any longer, waiting in isolation for your invitation. The hours that you “give away” will give you back golden soul feathers in your cap, hands-on training, a spiral notebook of contacts, fire in the belly, smoke signals in the heart, and friends in the field. You just can’t beat that rate of exchange.

So gorge yourself on experience. Experience is power. Experience is exposure. Experience leads to experience which leads to expertise and glowing auras. And, boy, when you’re talking glowing auras, there’s no telling what you’ll attract after that.

It’s easier to assume your place in the world than you think.

Opportunity always rushes to experience. And we can give ourselves experience at any moment—by giving of our gifts.