In This Issue...

Reflections
Upcoming Workshops and Events
News/Announcements
Mini-Reflection Exercise
A Special Thank You

Reflections

Breezy Summer Tips (contributed by PCF Facilitators):

Next to the front door, I keep my summer bag. Inside is a blanket and thermos to fill full of something fun to drink. I trot down to the lake when I feel ambitious or to the back yard when I need a quick fix of earth and sky. Lying, gazing into the blue is rejuvenating to the marrow of my bones. -- Mia Bolte

My focus is to 'keep it simple' this summer. And I schedule in time for self care or quality family togetherness so it does not end up last on the list. -- Tasha Burg

I give myself the gift doing things like gardening (and hanging out in my garden) as a reward for getting my important daily tasks done. This way, the things that used to serve as avoidance behavior instead become my rewards (and I don't feel deprived!) -- Mary'n Hallock

To make the most of the time I have with my three kids, we brainstormed a list of desired summer "Destinations and Activities". During my non-work times we can check the ideas list and go on an adventure. When I am working, the kids are reminded of the fun times we've had....and look forward to more fun ahead. -- Barb Plunkett

I honor the quieter pace of summer by not feeling guilty taking time to read and relax outside. Plenty of tasks can wait, summer weather can't. -- Becca Pournoor

We eat and cook outdoors as much as we can. With two young kids, it reduces clean-up time (squirrels take care of the crumbs!) and makes mealtimes feel special. -- Teresa Thomas-Carroll

Take a breather with the Mini-Reflection Exercise and have a breezy, memorable summer!

Upcoming Workshops and Events

In pursuit of our own ideal lives, we aren't planning to offer public workshops until fall. We continue to book individual sessions and group workshops throughout the year.

Creativity & Tea: open creativity studio in St. Paul
Reserve your space at this fun, non-intimidating session where you can collage and let your imagination go. 2nd Saturday sessions will resume on September 9. In the spirit of "back to school", you'll have the option of creating a book journal (or as always, you may create whatever you’d like). Don't want to wait? Book your group for a fun gathering or celebration!

Order Online - or- Print registration form for above session

The following workshops have registration through a venue other than PCF:

Women's "Train"-Storming offered by Marketing on the Playground(TM)
Depart on a beautiful fall train trip while you participate in an energizing and productive guided brainstorming session. PCF Facilitator, Teresa will be facilitating fun networking during the breakfast portion of the day. Come with your marketing or business question and leave with some great ideas and ready to take action. October 13, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Osceola Train Station, Osceola, WI. Info at: www.marketingontheplayground.com/Trainstorming.htm

The small business Marketing Jam was a big hit! Watch for more dates beginning this fall.

News/Announcements

• Attention mission-driven small business and healing professionals: Are you interested in a facilitated "ideal business" group that supports participants to pursue and achieve their business aspirations? As the centerpiece for our conversation and action, we'll use Lynn Grodzki’s Twelve Months to Your Ideal Private Practice: A Workbook If you'd like to be included, please e-mail your name, type of business and best days/times to meet (and anything else you'd like considered such as if you'd prefer to meet virtually through an e-group or conference call). If there is sufficient interest, we’ll set this up for 2007.
  
  
• Now booking! Are you aware of an upcoming conference or an organization that could use a refreshing session through PCF? If so, let us know who to contact and we'll be happy to send information. Word of mouth is our best marketing tool, thanks to you!
  
  
• Having a tough time reaching or maintaining your goals? Our life coaches, consultants and professional organizer can help you get and stay on track.
  

Mini-Reflection Exercise

Notice which tip listed in the beginning of this newsletter most interests you and try it out!

If you were to share your own tip for having a breezy summer, what would it be? Recognize this tip by posting it on your fridge or finding another way to honor it.

A Special Thank You to:

Laurel Hirt, Director of Service Learning and Community Involvement, Career and Community Learning Center, U of M (and co-founder of Purple Crayon Factory!) for her scholarship contribution in support of others to pursue their ideal lives.

James Schaff, Garrett Shepard, Ian Simonson for contributing their time and talent to create wonderful signage for PCF workshops and events. Appreciation also goes to Professor Leslie Van Duzer for offering this project as an option for her Design Fundamentals course.

The mystery person(s), for once again sending generous support and encouragement to follow the dream of PCF. And to all of you wonderful clients, colleagues, friends and family who are helping this dream become more and more viable. You are much appreciated!

We regularly receive scholarship requests for our services. It's easy to help develop the scholarship fund. Donate $25 or more and be recognized in a future issue of this newsletter.

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