Feb 24, 2004

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Giftsprings Home Life Ezine
(previously named Giftsprings Specials and F*reebies Ezine)
February 24, 2004

Liz Hekimian-Williams, Publisher / Editor
Giftsprings.com - http://www.giftsprings.com

© Copyright 2004 All Rights Reserved

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Table of Contents:

1. Editor's notes
2. Inspirational thought
3. Giftsprings Featured SALE Items
4. Feature article (1): Cozy Home Decorating Ideas for Winter
5. Riddle
6. F*reebies Around the Web
7. Ad swaps, Readers share & other tidbits
8. Business Ads and Home Business Tips

9. Feature article (2): Don't Take Things So Seriously
10. Riddle answer
11. Disclaimers and Consumer notices

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1. Editor's Notes
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Hi there!

 

OK, we're way on the other side of 2004 now, aren't we?!

Hope your new year has been going very well.

 

Have you been waiting to find out who the winner of

our last giveaway was? We'll get to that in a moment...

 

Good thing I warned you that you might not hear from

me again until after the new year started. 

 

The flu wiped out my whole family (yes, me too)  

throughout Christmas, New Year's, and even the first

week back to school. (Only my husband escaped the

flu wrath, lucky guy!)

 

We had fevers up to 105 º F and one of my daughters

had to get an IV to get rehydrated because she couldn't

hold anything down and it was impossible to even give

her any medicine to try to reduce her fever.

 

Doesn't that all sound like fun? The fun part was when

we all got better, we needed to catch up with everything

else in our lives. Things sure pile up fast. But, we're

all back to normal again and I'm looking forward to

staying in touch with you again.

 

Well we've been adding new items at Giftsprings as we do

each month, but sometimes we add new product lines as

well. I want to make sure you know that one of our newer

product lines is Pencil Portraits from Photos! We have an

artist who will now take your photo image and draw the

person or persons (or pets) in the photo, then your artwork

gets matted and sent to you for your own use or for you

to give as a unique gift. You can even have names

personalized on it if you'd like. 

 

In other news, we are have a new poll going right now

and I want to hear from you! So please go vote here:

http://www.giftsprings.com - Just scroll down to the bottom

and you'll see it. We want your opinion and that way you

can help us make decisions about product lines to add!

 

And drum roll... The winner of our last giveaway... for Sad

Sam (the cute plush dog) was lucky subscriber...

Otis Holtsclaw!

 

His reaction to winning was: "WOW! COOL! I love dogs

and this will be a nice addition to my collection! I love

your website and all the nice things you have, and at great

prices too.Thank you for making this old man in a wheelchair

happy!" We're glad Sad Sam found a new home with you

Otis, enjoy!

 

Don't miss the articles below and the featured sale items

in this issue. Take a look...

 

Take care,

 

Liz Hekimian-Williams

 

You can feel free to email me your comments, questions,

and anything else you'd like to share with me or in this

ezine here: [email address removed]
Please use subject line: Subscriber of GSSF

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If you do not see this newsletter properly or if you simply
wish to read it online, here's a link you can use:
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/glin/category/00073

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2. Inspirational Thought For Your Day
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Take 15 minutes today to do something just for you.

Something you do not normally do, but wish you

had time to do. Include it in your plan for the day.

Make it a priority today.

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3. Your Giftsprings Featured Sale Items ...

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Velvet Square Pillow 
Code: 34053
Sale Price Now! $20.97 (MSRP $ 29.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/34053

(click through to see photo)

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NASCAR Fleece Blanket
Code: 34354
Sale Price Now! $19.97 (MSRP $24.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/34354


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Spa Gift Set in Basket- Bath and Body Gift
Code: 33034
Sale Price Now! $17.90 (MSRP $27.90)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/33034

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Miniature Roses Tea Set 
Code: 32197
Sale Price Now! $17.55 (MSRP $21.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/32197

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Wood Eagle and Flag Clock
Code: 34103
Sale Price Now! $17.47 (msrp $ 24.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/34103

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Distressed Ivory Metal Trellis 
Code: 33589
Sale Price: $44.97! (MSRP $59.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/33589

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Baroque Style Hurricane Lamps 
Code: 34033
Sale Price Now: $27.95! ( MSRP $39.95)
http://www.giftsprings.com/product/34033

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Giftsprings Storefront Specials
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/gs7

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Giftsprings Bargain Center
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/gs8/category/00005

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Giftsprings New Arrivals section:
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/gs9/category/0009

*Please note that some offers at Giftsprings.com may be
for a limited time. Some items sell out and can become
unavailable temporarily until back in stock or permanently
discontinued. When you see something you want, order
it right away to avoid disappointment.

Giftsprings offers you 10%+ discounts off retail on most
items, f*ree gift with purchase on orders over $50 and f*ree
ground shipping for retail customers on orders over $100
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/gs10

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Find out about becoming an independent
work at home distributor...
http://www.giftsprings.com/key/gs11/category/00080

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4. Feature Article (1):Cozy Home Decorating Ideas for Winter
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Cozy Home Decorating Ideas for Winter

Copyright © 2004, Liz Hekimian-Williams
http://www.Giftsprings.com

When it gets cold outside, don't you just love the feeling
you get when you snuggle up with something warm
and cozy?
 
What if you could create that same warm feeling when you're
inside at home, just by adding a few choice home decorating
accessories? Well, you can!
 
Here are several cozy home decorating ideas to help you
and your guests feel warmer at this time of year.
 
1. Move to Florida! Nah, just kidding.   :)
 
2. Get out your favorite throw or fleece blanket, or buy a new
one, and place it on your sofa for cuddling. During the daytime
or when not in use, you can drape it on the back of your sofa
to enjoy the pattern or picture on it and add a bit of "warmth"
to your room.
 
3. Get that fireplace going that's been inactive all year. And
if you don't have a fireplace, it's a great time to get some
candles glowing in your home.
 
4. Add the scent of cinnamon, vanilla or other "warm"
aromas to please you while you're indoors. Try a scented
candle or use a fragrant oil in an oil warmer. Or, cook up
some treat that will please your tastebuds and fragrance
your home as well. You can bake some cinnamon rolls or
enjoy some spiced hot cider, for instance.
 
5. Add pillows and fluffiness. There are many types of
decorative pillows you can add to your living room, family
room, and to your beds. These are good accessories that
add a cozy feel to your rooms and they also are just plain
fun to use- under your head, over your legs, hugged
between your arms, they actually do help to keep you
warm besides those throws you've gotten out.
 
6. Even if you don't move to Florida, you can still transport
yourself to a tropical climate and start anticipating spring
by adding a flowering plant or some cut flowers to your
kitchen or dining room table. Include some palm tree low
wattage lamps by your reading nook or on your nightstand.
Get a CD of some Jimmy Buffet island music and enjoy
relaxing to those tropical tunes.
 
So let the right textures, sights, scents and sounds hug you.
And let your imagination take you to warmer places and
no cares.

Resource Box:
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Liz Hekimian-Williams is owner of Giftsprings, a popular online
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7. Ad swaps, Readers Share and Other Tidbits
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8. Business Ads and Home Business Tips
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Please visit this week's Business Ads Page and review offers
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9. Feature Article (2): Don't Take Things So Seriously!

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Don't take things so seriously!

By Edward B. Toupin

Life is sometimes just what it is. Sometimes you can control

a situation and other times you cannot. However, we

sometimes become so caught up in the direction and desire

that we lose concept of the current location and the

ultimate destination.

Don't allow things to interfere with your life by absorbing

them into your soul and mental workings. It is important

to be responsible for yourself and your actions, but not

about those things that just go on around you.

Take the time to enjoy the journey and don't worry so

much about the destination. If we're only worried about

where we're going, then we'll miss out on the small gifts

and the important lessons that we need to learn along

the way.

Take the time to see the humorous side of life's

occurrences instead of the horrific side of every event.

For those events that we cannot control, just enjoy the

process and let it slide. Grab what you can out of the

situation and let it go by without interfering with your

direction and desires. For those things that you can

control, realize that they are simply part of your life and

desired direction. Work to make them benefit you and

enjoy the process that you made happen.

When you accept responsibility for situations that affect

you and enjoy the humorous side of life, your perspective

and your approach will be more balanced. You will be able

to function better under stress and be able to move

forward with ease.

Realize that we all fail or make mistakes at some time in our

life. Lighten up! You'll bounce back from disappointments

and embarrassing moments more quickly, and more people

will have a greater respect for you --- and you for yourself.

--- About the Author ---

Edward B. Toupin is an author, life-strategy coach, counselor,

Reiki Master, technical writer, and PhD Candidate living in

Las Vegas, NV. Among other things, he authors books,

articles, and screenplays on topics ranging from career success

through life organization and fulfillment. Check out some

of his recent print and electronic books as well as his articles

covering various life-changing topics!

For more information, e-mail Edward at [email address removed]

or visit his site at http://www.make-life-great.com or

http://www.toupin.com!

Copyright (c) 2004 Edward B. Toupin

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10. Riddle Answer:
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A quarter and a dime. One coin is not a dime,

but the other one is.

 

Hope you have a great week!

 

Liz Hekimian-Williams
http://www.giftsprings.com

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