Virtual Moment of Joy

Virtual Moment of Joy!
Cheerfully brought to you by:
KC Christensen-Lang, Joyologist / Success Coach
September 2006

MY AUDIO WELCOME GREETING TO ALL OF YOU WONDERFUL SUBSCRIBERS

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Happy Autumn my Upbeat Friends! And a warm welcome to all our NEW “laughter-lovin’ subscribers from all over the globe; throughout the US and Canada and those living in Ireland, India, England, Australia, Spain, South Africa, Albania, Uganda and Denmark…WOW! We’re glad you joined us for some merrymaking! In a world that is sometimes stressful, hectic and uneasy, here, for a few moments, you’ve arrived at a cheerful place where we share a few laughs, chuckle at jokes, corny puns, exchange ideas, resources and garner support! Keep in touch everyone…we appreciate your good humor, funny photos, cartoons and inspiring stories…cuz when life gets tough, our philosophy is… “Someday we’ll laugh about this…WHY WAIT?” Let me know how I can support YOU!

Laughter is The Best Medicine,

KC J

FAN MAIL OF THE MOMENT

"Hey KC. Thank you so much for the booster shot and as always, a totally awesome ezine. I'm gonna plug it with the kitty photo at my blog ;-) Hugs!" Andrea J. Lee, author, coach, consultant www.andreajlee.com

"Hi KC, great stuff keep it up!" Bill Gillingham, Owner - Coffee News, Arizona

“KC: Love the site, your great offer and partnership and the way in which you are shining. Wow. I also got your recent newsletter...applause coming from my mountain to your ocean life.” Love, Helene Van Manen, Master Certified Coach

Thanks all for your kind words! To those of you who are wondering what newsletter Helene was referring to…this can be YOURS as well! SEE BELOW:

HUG YOUR MAILMAN FOR A MOMENT

Cuz sometimes there IS something valuable in your mailbox! That would be our FREE “Powerful Tools For Positive Living” newsletter mailed directly to your home or office every other month. It’s packed full of thought-provoking articles, coaching tips and the latest news. Shall we send it? Just give us your address HERE!

A MOMENT OF INSANITY WHILE YOU WERE ON VACATION

BARE TRUTH OF THE MOMENT
courtesy of Ann Champagne

"It's just too hot to wear clothes today," Jack commented to his wife as he stepped out of the shower. “Honey, what do you think the neighbors would think if I mowed the lawn like this?" She sized up his dripping body. "Probably that I married you for your money."

QUOTE OF THE MOMENT

Posted at an Optometrist's Office - "If you don't see what you're looking for, you've come to the right place."

* You need to get away from that desk, work station, office or shop counter more often! Even if it’s a five minute walk around the block or step outside to fill your lungs with fresh air. It’ll rejuvenate you; clear your head and allow you to focus better. * Prioritize; what are the TOP THREE THINGS you are going to do each day? Write them down and stick to them! * Turn off email, instant messenger and voice mail for awhile each day so you’ll have quiet time to catch up on paperwork, messages, your thoughts. * It’s also important to declutter your office; one corner, one folder, one shelf at a time. * Consider going in early or leaving early once in awhile for a break in the grind. * Bring in items that will brighten your office, liven the environment and make you smile. * Ask for what you need. * Set boundaries. * Learn to say no. * Practice the 3D’s in time management; Do, Dump and Delegate. * Contact me for Your FREE one hour Success Coaching phone session on how you can work smarter not harder!

2. “KC, I don’t have a huge advertising budget but want to grow my business. Any ideas?”

HOT COACHING TIPS!

Yup, lots of ‘em! * Did you know your local papers will often publish your news releases for FREE? *Also submit them free or nominal fee to Prweb.com. * Send them over to the newsletters of organizations that you are a member of, including, Chamber of Commerce, your alumni association and business groups. * Consider starting a free Ezine. * Establish yourself as an expert and offer to speak at groups about your area of expertise. * Write an occasional column for magazines, the paper, different websites. * Submit articles with your bio on the bottom online to the hundreds of article directories for worldwide internet publicity. * Exchange links with compatible businesses and exchange ads with similar ezines to expand your credibility and client base. * Contact me for Your FREE one hour PR phone consultation or check out our NEW, comprehensive PR/media service my Virtual Assistant and I now offer: www.DynamicDuoPR.com

WEDDING OF THE MOMENT

Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love and got married. The ceremony wasn't much, but the reception was excellent.

ANNIVERSARY GIFT OF THE MOMENT

A man and his wife, now in their 60's, were celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. On their special day a good fairy came to them and said that because they had been so good that each one of them could have one wish. The wife wished for a trip around the world with her husband.

Whoosh! Immediately she had airline/cruise tickets in her hands.

The man wished for a female companion 30 years younger...

Whoosh! Immediately he turned ninety!!!

GROSS DENTIST OF THE MOMENT

A man waits in the dentist chair. The dentist comes in and proceeds to do an examination.

In the middle of the exam, the man apologizes to the dentist that he has just had lunch and didn’t have time to brush his teeth before the appointment as he was running a bit late.

The dentist responds, "That's okay. I understand. I just had to use the bathroom and didn't have time to wash my hands."

RESOURCES OF THE MOMENT

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WE’RE FAMOUS FOR THE MOMENT

We were proud to be featured in the national publication, Women’s World magazine recently as well as Small Business Success magazine. A lot of folks find us from these articles or conducting web searches as well….it’s fun making a positive difference in the world one laugh at a time!

EMBARRASSING, BUT TRUE JOB APPOINTMENT OF THE MOMENT

"After finding no qualified candidates for the position of principal, the school board is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of David Steele to the post." Philip Streifer, Supt. of Schools, Barrington, R.I. (WHEW! Bet ol’ Mr. Steele can’t WAIT to work there!)

INSPIRATION OF THE MOMENT

How would YOU handle a crisis? Bad news? A dreaded disease? I am always inspired by folks who look on the bright side of life and often share their uplifting stories with my clients and audiences in the hopes it will help them during a difficult time. Here’s one New Hampshire breast cancer patient who took a very challenging situation and turned it into a positive by creating www.BreastCancerStories.com – a new, free website that enables breast cancer patients to communicate with loved ones and with one another while going through treatment. To read their inspiring stories, click HERE.

QUESTION OF THE MOMENT

If a policeman arrests a mime, does he have to read him his right to remain silent?

STRANGERS FOR A MOMENT

"In a recent poll, one in four people said they'd donate a kidney to a complete stranger. Yeah, sure. Ninety-percent won't even let a stranger merge in traffic." —Jay Leno, LateNight TV Host

CAREERS OF THE MOMENT
Courtesy of subscriber Kim Peck

I became a professional fisherman, but discovered that I couldn't live on my net income.

I managed to get a good job working for a pool maintenance company, but the work was just too draining.

So then I got a job in a workout center, but they said I wasn't fit for the job.

After many years of trying to find steady work I finally got a job as a historian until I realized there was no future in it.

ACTUAL HEADLINES OF THE MOMENT
Courtesy of Heather McCarthy

POLICE BEGIN CAMPAIGN TO RUN DOWN JAYWALKERS

PANDA MATING FAILS; VETERINARIAN TAKES OVER

TYPHOON RIPS THROUGH CEMETERY; HUNDREDS DEAD

NEW STUDY OF OBESITY LOOKS FOR LARGER TEST GROUP

POLL OF THE MOMENT

In a recent poll, did you know that the friendly quaint country of Denmark was named the happiest nation in the world? Makes sense to me since my beloved late Dad, Hugo Bach Christensen, was a true cheerful Great Dane with a great sense of humor. Plus I’m half Danish so it fits that I’m a Joyologist in the right profession! For those of you in other parts of the world, you probably fared a bit better than us Yanks….Where did America rank? About 42! Yikes! Luckily there’s room for improvement and all of you who read this “Virtual Moment of Joy” wouldn’t be doing so unless you believed in humor, laughter, optimism, joy….PROOF POSITIVE that we are all gonna increase our rankings next year! Look out you happy Danes…here we come! J

GOLFER OF THE MOMENT

A man and a friend are playing golf one day at their local golf course. One of the guys is about to chip onto the green when he sees a long funeral procession on the road next to the course. He stops in mid-swing, takes off his golf cap, closes his eyes, and bows down in prayer. His friend says: “Wow, that is the most thoughtful and touching thing I have ever seen. You truly are a kind man.” The man then replies: “Yeah, well we were married 35 years.”

POSITIVE TOOL OF THE MOMENT

LIFE EXPLAINED FOR THE MOMENT
courtesy of Effie, author of "How To Be Hot At Sixty"

On the first day, God created the dog and said: "Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For this, I will give you a life span of twenty years."

The dog said: "That's a long time to be barking. How about only ten years and I'll give you back the other ten?" So God agreed.

On the second day, God created the monkey and said: "Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this, I'll give you a twenty-year life span." The monkey said: "Monkey tricks for twenty years? That's a pretty long time to perform. How about I give you back ten like the Dog did?" And God agreed.

On the third day, God created the cow and said: "You must go into the field with the farmer all day long and suffer under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer's family. For this, I will give you a life span of sixty years." The cow said: "That's kind of a tough life you want me to live for sixty years. How about twenty and I'll give back the other forty?" And God agreed again.

On the fourth day, God created man and said: "Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this, I'll give you twenty years." But man said: "Only twenty years? Could you possibly give me my twenty, the forty the cow gave back, the ten the monkey gave back, and the ten the dog gave back; that makes eighty, okay?" "Okay," said God, "You asked for it."

So that is why, the first twenty years we eat, sleep, play and enjoy ourselves. For the next forty years we slave in the sun to support our family. For the next ten years we do monkey tricks to entertain the grandchildren. And for the last ten years we sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.
Life has now been explained to you.

SAD TRUTH OF THE MOMENT
“Politicians are people who, when they see a light at the end of a tunnel, they order more tunnel.” —John Quintan

SMILE OF THE MOMENT
Okay; did ya smile? At least ONCE when reading this ezine?! If so, please FORWARD this happy little missive to anyone who likes to smile; that co-worker, pal, relative, boss or neighbor and brighten their day! Keep in touch! Thanks for joining us and remember WE GO THE EXTRA SMILE!

Warmly,

KC Christensen-Lang, Success Coach/Joyologist
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