JANUARY 2009 NEWSLETTER
______________ A NEW YEAR, A NEW PRESIDENT, A NEW ATTITUDE Like many of you, I was glued to the television on Tuesday - watching the inauguration of our new president and the celebrations that followed. Throughout the day there were quite a few times when I had tears in my eyes and I asked myself, "Marilyn, what is making you cry?" I realized that it was several things: I was moved by the hundreds of thousands of people who traveled from all over the world and battled the crowds just to be in Washington, DC for the inauguration. I was in awe of the coming together of so many "prior to now" disparate groups of people. I was overwhelmed by the historic significance of the day and of knowing that the United States is now, somehow, forever changed by what I was witnessing. Most importantly, I was encouraged by the underlying message of hope that was expressed by so many people who were interviewed and, then, by President Obama himself in his acceptance speech. More than I have ever felt in my life, I am motivated to do my part to be a better American citizen. And how can I, how can WE make a difference? ONE thing we can do right now is to start changing our attitudes. Our attitudes are, perhaps, the ONLY things in life we truly have any control over. We have the power to choose day to day, hour to hour, minute to minute how to react to people, situations, and events. For my part, I choose finding the good in people instead of judging them. I choose to offer love and support instead of anger and rejection. I choose to be accountable for my actions. I choose looking at the cup half full. I choose honesty and integrity. I choose exploring new ways of doing things that will make be a better person. I choose improving communication with those around me. I choose feeling empowered to be the best I can be. I choose optimism. And I choose PEACE - both inner and outer. What do you choose? ______________ WINTER FESTIVAL NOW! The Winter Festival events started Wednesday night with a WinterFest Cheer at Triumph. Tonight is the Twin Town Tasting at the Inn at Lambertville Station. Friday is the John Sebastian Concert. Saturday and Sunday are filled with lots of family activities, tours, food, and special events. If you want to beat the winter doldrums and get out and mingle - this is the weekend to do it! Come to New Hope and Lambertville for this fun weekend. Winter Fest details are available at www.WinterFestival.net ______________ UPCOMING EVENTS
You can now enter your OWN event FREE. ______________
(click on the Faces & Places logo to be taken directly to the Faces & Places page) LOCAL COLOR - Chris Connors of Anton's at The Swan! AROUND TOWN- The first Prosperity Workshop is over but more will be offered at the Tree house.
AROUND TOWN- The Winter Festival Parade - ya' gotta go - it is a lot of fun!
ART & HISTORY- John Sebastian comes to New Hope for the Annual Winter Festival Concert ___________ FREE MONTHLY DRAWING! This month's Free Monthly Drawing is a $25 gift certificate to any New Hope, PA or Lambertville, NJ restaurant of your choice. Sponsored by Bullock Marketing & Design. To enter the FREE DRAWING, go to www.ILoveNewHope.com - the Free Drawing entry form is on the home page. Good Luck!!! The December Winner a $75 Gift Certificate to The Mansion Inn (B&B and Restaurant) in New Hope. was Ted Dupont. Congratulations
Ted!
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