Monday, July 28, 2008

No Support!

Dear Friend,

Have you ever said," the people around me don't appreciate me."

It seems like the people we work the hardest for show little or no appreciation for what you do.

Can you relate?

If so, you are not alone, I have said those same words on more than a few occasions. It seems as if the more you do, the less people care.

I had to learn a very valuable lesson recently.

Most of my ideas are "the best ideas in the world", so I think.
Everyone should get on board, show support and just change the world. After all, it's the "right" thing to do.

NOT!

My pastor once told me, "Everyone is not going to believe in your dream or want to help with your dream."

That statement is so true. After all, it is my dream. I've had to learn that the hard way. The people you think will jump on board and help will most likely NOT be the ones that will assist you. Some don't provide ANY support and some start off with you, but slowly fade away and lose interest. Don't get mad, accept it for what it is and move on. And you definately don't want anyone helping you that doesn't believe in your vision - they will just hinder you.

The majority of the support will come from outsiders. People not in your inner circle. Those you don't even know.

My Lesson

If you don't initially receive the support you need, go to THE source and ask for support. He won't return your call, serve on your committee, nor return any of your emails. But he WILL answer your prayers and send you Godly counsel and wisdom.

Go to THE source, which is God and he will send you THE SUPPORT you need. He did it for me.

Blessings,

Nicole



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Friendz Network News

TCE Network Event

The July TCE Network meeting is an invitation only taping of TCE & Friends Presents...

"The Career, Life & Business Show" Talk Show

If you are a TCE TV 1000 Partner or TCE Network Member and want to be in our audience, contact charley@thecareerengineers.com to register for a seat.

For more information, go to TCENetwork.eventbrite.com.

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Phoebe Women Network Coffee Chat
Friday, August 1, 2008
Janaf Panera Bread
8:00 am - 10:00am
Come Network and Chat with Enterprising and Amazing Women
FREE to all
RSVP to D. Yvonne Rivers
phoebewomen757@aol.com
www.PhoebeWomen.com
757-481-8009
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Nonprofit Boot Camp
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Learn how to start, manage, market and write grants for a nonprofit.
Contact D. Yvonne Rivers
nonprofitboot@aol.com
www.nonprofitboot.com
757.481.8009



News You Can Use

Check out our news section on BAM.

Here are just a few of the stories you will find on our news page.

Adultery on the Rise in the Church
Who Will They Serve
Basketball Star Buys Mother a Church

So make sure you visit our news page to finish the stories and see what is going on around the world.



What in the World

Fish pedicures: Carp rid human feet of scaly skin

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) - Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away.

Fish pedicures are creating something of a splash in the D.C. area, where a northern Virginia spa has been offering them for the past four months. John Ho, who runs the Yvonne Hair and Nails salon with his wife, Yvonne Le, said 5,000 people have taken the plunge so far.

"This is a good treatment for everyone who likes to have nice feet," Ho said.

Finish the story here.



2nd Annual African American Family Reunion

Hamption 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family...Many Roots, One Tree

WHERE: Hampton Roads Convention Center
WHEN: Saturday, July 26, 2008
TIME: 9 am - 4 pm

For more information click here.



The Chocolate Pages Show













Sistahs Embracing the Elevation











Women Predestined for Purpose Revival










Will the Women of God Please Stand Up













Sparkplug U











Pick of the week

Moms will truly appreciate this!

Child Gets Stuck in Stuffed Animal Vending Machine...

Watch this must see video here.





Nicole on the move!






July 26 - Hampton 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family



Save The Date!

July 26 - 2nd Annual African American Family Reunion

July 26 - TCE Network Meeting

August 1 - Phoebe Women Network Coffee Chat

August 6 - Ann Holton & Tim Kaine present...Michelle Obama



Summer Clearance Special












Sparkplug U

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

After the Affair

Dear Friend,

After the Affair on BAM! The Radio Show

After reading my testimony most people ask the following questions:

How did you forgive him?

Why did you forgive him?

Are you scared he will do it again?

But the most obvious question.

WHY DID HE CHEAT?

Starting this month my husband & I will tackle those very questions, as well as take questions from readers. After The Affair will be a monthly segment on BAM! The Radio Show where Jerry will join me to discuss how we survived the affair and how we became friends again.

Topics include:

How did you deal with the baby from the affair? Was it hard?

How did you rebuild the trust?

How do you deal with the child support? Are you bitter?

Why Communication is so important?

Why do you tell all your business?

Each month we will tackle some very tough questions in a segment entitled After The Affair with Jerry & Nicole Cleveland...on BAM! The Radio Show.

Our premiere show is here.
You don't want to miss this. Share it with a friend.

Blessings,

Nicole



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Friendz Network News

Congratulations to Cynthia Tyler on the purchase of her new home. You Go Girl!






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TCE Network Event

The July TCE Network meeting is an invitation only taping of TCE & Friends Presents...

"The Career, Life & Business Show" Talk Show

If you are a TCE TV 1000 Partner or TCE Network Member and want to be in our audience, contact charley@thecareerengineers.com to register for a seat.

For more information, go to TCENetwork.eventbrite.com

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Yoga on the Beach

WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2008
TIME: 7:30 pm
WHERE: Phoebe Beach House
1240 W Oceanview Ave
Norfolk VA 23503

For more information, please click here.



News You Can Use

In today´s instant approval world, it is essential for consumers to know where their credit stands... and what it means.

You can get your own free credit report here.

If you have questions about the three credit reports you get, you'll need to contact them directly. Listed below are the three agencies.

www.Experian.com
www.Equifax.com
www.Transunion.com

Protect yourself today. Order your free credit report now!

Click here for all the details.



Sistah's Embracing the Elevation











2nd Annual African American Family Reunion

Hamption 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family...Many Roots, One Tree

WHERE: Hampton Roads Convention Center
WHEN: Saturday, July 26, 2008
TIME: 9 am - 4 pm

For more information click here.



WBO July Expo





Welcome to our online WBO July Expo

Thursday, July 17 - Saturday July 19, 2008
Thursday & Friday 7:30am-6pm PST/10:30am- 9pm EST
Saturday 7:30am-2:30pm PST/10:30am-5:30pm EST

www.womenbizowners.org/july/

Registration for the July Expo is NOW OFFICIALLY OPEN!!

· THREE DAY event featuring both vendors and speakers.
· Opportunity to show off your products
· Offer presentations for services also
· Special pricing for Star & Premier Members Discounts for a combined vendor/sponsor package!*



Pick of the week

If God Say do it - than you do it!

My kids favorite past time is to "have church".

My pick this week are my girls "havin church".


We all can learn something from this clip.

Hope you enjoy!

Click here to watch the clip.



Nicole on the move!







July 26 - Hampton 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family



Save The Date!


July 17-19 - WBO July Expo

July 19 - Yoga on the Beach

July 26 - Hampton African American Family Reunion

Aug 29-30 - Sistah's Embracing the Elevation

Nov 21-23 - Weekend to Remember



Summer Clearance Special

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Friday, July 11, 2008

"He Didn't Take the Trash Out"

Dear Friend,

A few months ago I was honored to be able to visit the Holocaust Museum in DC. It was an unexplainable experience.

I'm sure you are wondering what that has to do with someone not taking the trash out. I listen to people complain about the dumbest things, things that really don't matter compared to what others have had to endure or witness. Walking around the different exhibits and watching the videos of what happened in those concentration camps tore me up; I couldn't stop crying. To see the naked women (they were given no clothes) holding babies awaiting their turn to be executed made me nauseus.

Senseless killings of human beings...so much hate. Young, old, short and fat - the killers didn't discriminate. Did you know they even took all mentally ill people and executed them, just because they were "different"? That was called genocide.

Please take a moment or, better yet, make a moment and visit the Holocaust Museum website: www.ushmm.org

We all should broaden our understanding. Learn about another culture. We live in a world with a variety of races, religions, colors and cultures. The more we know, the more we grow.

I learned so much that day in Holocaust Museum. I plan on taking a day trip with my 10 year old to the museum very soon.

Do me a favor. Please be thankful and content in whatever state you find yourself. I'm not saying be satisfied; just complain a bit less. The trash will get to where it needs to be with gentle reminders. It's really not that serious.

Blessings,

Nicole



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Friendz Network News

Friendz Network member Jan House is recognized as Woman of the Year by NCNW.

You Go Ms. Jan! Rejoice with Jan!

www.njournalg.com





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Welcome New Friendz Network Members

Cynthia Tyler with The Book Group Network

Paulette Braithwaite with Simply Unique

Dr Sylvia Christian with Woman 2 Woman Coaching

Sharvette Mitchell with Mitchell Productions

Dr Yvonne Rivers with Phoebe Women Network

Linda Pringle-Evans with Journey to Wholeness

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Yoga on the Beach

WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2008
TIME: 7:30 pm
WHERE: Phoebe Beach House
1240 W Oceanview Ave
Norfolk VA 23503

For more information, please click here.


News You Can Use

Starting July 1, renewing your motor-vehicle registration at one of Virginia's 74 Department of Motor Vehicles offices is going to cost you more than a wait.

Try another $5.

The increase, which the General Assembly approved this year in Senate Bill 116, is part of an effort to shift many routine DMV customer services to the phone or Internet.

Click here for all the details.



Sistah's Embracing the Elevation

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2nd Annual African American Family Reunion

Hamption 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family...Many Roots, One Tree

WHERE: Hampton Rds Convention Center
WHEN: Saturday, July 26, 2008
TIME: 9 am - 4 pm

For more information click here



How Can I Help?

Join the NAACP Virginia Beach Youth Council for their 1st Fundraiser

It's A Car Wash!!!

WHEN: Saturday, July 12, 2008
WHERE: 868 North Newtown Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
TIME: 10 am - 2 pm

For more info on the NAACP Youth Council
email vbnaacpyouth@gmail.com

Help support these youth on the move and bring your car. Tell a Friend!



Pick of the week

Listen to this interview with Tamela Mann (From Meet The Brown's & Tyler Perry's plays).

Friendz Network Member Sharvette Mitchell interviews Tamela Mann & our very own Friendz network member Rebekah Pierce, Editor In Chief of Average Girl Magazine & author of "Sex, Lies & Shoeboxes".

Listen to the interview here.



Nicole on the move!

July 26 - Hampton 2nd Annual Celebration of the African American Family



Save The Date!

July 19 - Yoga on the Beach

July 26 - Hampton African American Family Reunion

Aug 29-30 - Sistah's Embracing the Elevation

Nov 21-23 - Weekend to Remember



Summer Clearance Special

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