The Humane Society has released a national, eight-month investigation and have discovered that Petland stores in multiple states are marketing dogs from cruel puppy mills to unsuspecting dog buyers.
Many people don't realize that the unseen victims are the mommy dogs who are forced to live their entire lives behind bars. They live without exercise, socialization or ever being a part of a loving family. They don't get to even see the outside of their cages.
The Humane Society is committed to stopping puppy mill cruelty, but they need all our help.
Tell Petland to Stop Selling Puppies -- Watch This Video, Then Take Action
YOU can also act locally by contacting a Petland franchise near you and discussing your concerns about puppy mills. Below are a few locations and you can go here to search for more:
Petland Altamonte Springs
924 W. State Road 436
Suite 1800
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Phone: 407-682-7387
Petland Leesburg
10601 US Hwy. 441
Unit E3-E5
Leesburg, FL 34788
Phone: 352-323-1580
Petland Orlando East
453 N. Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32828
Phone: 407-273-8839
Petland Orlando Lake Fredrica
3920 S. Semoran Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32822
Phone: 407-381-5777
Thursday, November 20, 2008
cuddly kitten needs a home
A little itty bitty kitten, about 7 to 8 weeks old, was wandering outside a vet's office near the road. They will keep it there for a couple days, but someone will have to come pick it up and take it somewhere. Friends are still waiting to hear back from the rescue groups and time is running out.
Can anyone out there give this adorable kitten a loving home? Or do you know anyone who might be able to help? Please contact us via email at revitalizeorlando@gmail.com
AAAAAaaaaaawwwwwwww!!!!
Can anyone out there give this adorable kitten a loving home? Or do you know anyone who might be able to help? Please contact us via email at revitalizeorlando@gmail.com
AAAAAaaaaaawwwwwwww!!!!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Thank you for sharing and playing at the Park!
Just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who made it out on Saturday for our Annual Picnic in the Park. The weather forecast anticipated rain, but it did not stop us from gathering together for this fun filled day. Turns out it didn't rain at all and we had absolutely beautiful weather! We really enjoyed everything, from painting, coloring, puzzles and potato sack races. It's always wonderful to come together.....friends and family of all ages...for this great cause. Thank you so much for joining us and for the donations. We will be shipping out care packages within the next couple of weeks.
Hope to see more of your beautiful smiles next year. :)
Check out the photos!
Much Love,
Ami and Jess
Hope to see more of your beautiful smiles next year. :)
Check out the photos!
Much Love,
Ami and Jess
Friday, November 14, 2008
Picnic in the Park! Langford Park, Tomorrow!
We hope to see you at this year's Picnic in the Park, as the Revitalize Family continues to grow and grow! The weather should be marvelous and the friends bountiful! Plus it's also another opportunity to give donations to our brave soldiers oversees!
If you need donation ideas, check out our blog.
If you need donation ideas, check out our blog.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Emotional Health
Recently, my mom shared this with me. She was studying about stress and emotional health, and there are some fundamental points that she broke down for me and my brother to read and remember. These resolutions helped her a lot and they are also a big part of how I want to live my life.
It’s about taking control of your emotions and how you react to everyday situations and experiences. It’s a reminder that we all have a choice. This year has been very challenging for me and almost everyone that I know. I have felt completely lost and trapped within my own emotions, creating claustrophobia in my own skin. I have also seen my own friends and family drowning and indulging in their own pain, losing complete control of the life around them and choosing to be a victim of them selves. It doesn’t have to be this way….we DO have control. It takes a lot of work and practice, but in the end it’s all worth the happiness and peace you can feel inside and out.
Please take the time to read this…I hope it somehow helps you with whatever you struggle with and that it lifts your spirit knowing there is hope and that you can make a change in your own life.
1. Never say bad things about yourself. Look for sources of your unhappiness in elements that can be modified by future actions. Give yourself constructive criticism - what can you do differently next time to get what you want?
2. Compare your reactions, thoughts and feelings with those of friends, family, co-workers and others so you can gauge the appropriateness and relevance of your responses against a suitable norm.
3. Have several close friends with whom you can share feelings, joys and worries. Work at developing, maintaining and expanding your social support networks.
4. Develop a sense of balanced time perspective - be future oriented when there is work to be done, present oriented when the goal is achieved and past oriented to keep in touch with your roots.
5. ALWAYS TAKE FULL CREDIT FOR YOUR SUCCESSES AND HAPPINESS and share positive feelings with other people. Keep an inventory of the qualities that make you feel special and unique - those qualities that you can offer others. Even a shy person can provide a talkative person with the gift of listening. Know your sources of personal strength and available coping resources.
6. When you feel you are losing control over your emotions (emotions can be controlled), DISTANCE yourself from the situation or conflict, projecting your image into the future to gain perspective on what seems to be overwhelming now. Allow yourself to feel and express your emotions, but remember that you are in control.
7. Remember that failure and disappointment are sometimes a blessing in disguise. They tell you that your goal was not right for you, and save you from bigger letdowns later on. LEARN FROM EVERY FAILURE. Acknowledge setbacks by saying "I MADE A MISTAKE" AND MOVE ON. Every accident, misfortune, or violation of your expectations is potentially an opportunity in disguise.
8. IF YOU FEEL YOU CANNOT HELP YOURSELF OR ANOTHER PERSON IN DISTRESS, SEEK THE COUNSEL OF A TRAINED SPECIALIST. In some cases, the problem that appears to be emotional can be physical and vice versa. Remember hwlp I always available.
9. Cultivate healthy pleasures. Take time out and relax, meditate, fly a kite, enjoy hobbies, listen to music that brings you to good places, and pleasurable activities you can do alone and by which you can get in touch with and better yourself.
Much Love and Peace!
~Lovebug
It’s about taking control of your emotions and how you react to everyday situations and experiences. It’s a reminder that we all have a choice. This year has been very challenging for me and almost everyone that I know. I have felt completely lost and trapped within my own emotions, creating claustrophobia in my own skin. I have also seen my own friends and family drowning and indulging in their own pain, losing complete control of the life around them and choosing to be a victim of them selves. It doesn’t have to be this way….we DO have control. It takes a lot of work and practice, but in the end it’s all worth the happiness and peace you can feel inside and out.
Please take the time to read this…I hope it somehow helps you with whatever you struggle with and that it lifts your spirit knowing there is hope and that you can make a change in your own life.
1. Never say bad things about yourself. Look for sources of your unhappiness in elements that can be modified by future actions. Give yourself constructive criticism - what can you do differently next time to get what you want?
2. Compare your reactions, thoughts and feelings with those of friends, family, co-workers and others so you can gauge the appropriateness and relevance of your responses against a suitable norm.
3. Have several close friends with whom you can share feelings, joys and worries. Work at developing, maintaining and expanding your social support networks.
4. Develop a sense of balanced time perspective - be future oriented when there is work to be done, present oriented when the goal is achieved and past oriented to keep in touch with your roots.
5. ALWAYS TAKE FULL CREDIT FOR YOUR SUCCESSES AND HAPPINESS and share positive feelings with other people. Keep an inventory of the qualities that make you feel special and unique - those qualities that you can offer others. Even a shy person can provide a talkative person with the gift of listening. Know your sources of personal strength and available coping resources.
6. When you feel you are losing control over your emotions (emotions can be controlled), DISTANCE yourself from the situation or conflict, projecting your image into the future to gain perspective on what seems to be overwhelming now. Allow yourself to feel and express your emotions, but remember that you are in control.
7. Remember that failure and disappointment are sometimes a blessing in disguise. They tell you that your goal was not right for you, and save you from bigger letdowns later on. LEARN FROM EVERY FAILURE. Acknowledge setbacks by saying "I MADE A MISTAKE" AND MOVE ON. Every accident, misfortune, or violation of your expectations is potentially an opportunity in disguise.
8. IF YOU FEEL YOU CANNOT HELP YOURSELF OR ANOTHER PERSON IN DISTRESS, SEEK THE COUNSEL OF A TRAINED SPECIALIST. In some cases, the problem that appears to be emotional can be physical and vice versa. Remember hwlp I always available.
9. Cultivate healthy pleasures. Take time out and relax, meditate, fly a kite, enjoy hobbies, listen to music that brings you to good places, and pleasurable activities you can do alone and by which you can get in touch with and better yourself.
Much Love and Peace!
~Lovebug
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Gift Drive for the Holidays!
A friend of ours in involved in a wonderful gift drive for the holidays. They find families in need and create a wish list for them that is posted on their website. The items can be purchased online and gifted to these families. If you are looking to help others have the chance to enjoy their holidays, this is a great opportunity to look into.
They are also currently looking for families to reach out to. If you know anyone at all (w kids or w/o kids) who is struggling this holiday season, PLEASE contact us at revitalizeorlando@gmail.com, so we can connect you to this wonderful cause.
Much Love to all,
Ami & Jess
They are also currently looking for families to reach out to. If you know anyone at all (w kids or w/o kids) who is struggling this holiday season, PLEASE contact us at revitalizeorlando@gmail.com, so we can connect you to this wonderful cause.
Much Love to all,
Ami & Jess
FREE COCKATIEL - Needs a good home
Hi everyone,
A beautiful, young, yellow/grey cockatiel is looking for a good home. The owner was an older lady who recently passed away. Temporarily staying with a neighbor until we can find a new and loving home.
If you are interested or know someone who might be, please contact me at ami@macreations.net or 407.694.1467
Please pass this message along to your friends and keep this sweet cockatiel in your thoughts.
Peace and Love,
Ami
A beautiful, young, yellow/grey cockatiel is looking for a good home. The owner was an older lady who recently passed away. Temporarily staying with a neighbor until we can find a new and loving home.
If you are interested or know someone who might be, please contact me at ami@macreations.net or 407.694.1467
Please pass this message along to your friends and keep this sweet cockatiel in your thoughts.
Peace and Love,
Ami
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Revitalize Your Breasts!!!
As many of you already know, October marks breast cancer awareness month. Revitalize wanted to reach out to everyone about this important challenge that can affect all of us in many different ways. Breast Cancer isn’t just about females and everyone should take a moment to learn more about what we can collectively do to assist with awareness and research.
Check out this great informative site!!
The official National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Site
Please remember to do monthly self-exams and visit the doctor if you find anything you shouldn't (guys this means you too) and also remind each other! The earlier cancer is detected, the better chance there is of fighting it!
One really cool organization that we wanted to share with you is Think Pink. We learned about this organization through a local photographer, Lori Barbely. Think Pink Sessions help breast cancer survivors and their supporters to celebrate life through a complimentary photography session. Any individual that has been diagnosed with breast cancer or completed treatment within the past 12 months qualifies for a Think Pink Session. Sessions are available to document the fight before or during treatment or to celebrate the victory when treatment is completed.
With love and hope,
Jess & Ami
Check out this great informative site!!
The official National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Site
Please remember to do monthly self-exams and visit the doctor if you find anything you shouldn't (guys this means you too) and also remind each other! The earlier cancer is detected, the better chance there is of fighting it!
One really cool organization that we wanted to share with you is Think Pink. We learned about this organization through a local photographer, Lori Barbely. Think Pink Sessions help breast cancer survivors and their supporters to celebrate life through a complimentary photography session. Any individual that has been diagnosed with breast cancer or completed treatment within the past 12 months qualifies for a Think Pink Session. Sessions are available to document the fight before or during treatment or to celebrate the victory when treatment is completed.
With love and hope,
Jess & Ami
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Care Packages for our Troops - We need your help!
Revitalize has been in contact with several units of brave soldiers that really need our help. We will be shipping care packages to them as often as possible. We would love for you to be a part of this wonderful cause and community movement. Any contribution you can offer sends a message of love and hope to these incredible courageous men and women who will not be returning home for several months. These care packages mean more to them then we could ever imagine.
One unit consists of about 70 men in the Navy that are stationed in Iraq for 8 months and have been there since April 2008.
In addition, we have connected with several units that are also stationed in Iraq, consisting of about 800 Marines (male and female). Wow! They will be on temporary camp for the next 3 months. This means sleeping in tents, no air conditioning, no showers, very limited phones access, no internet access and more.
Once again, they are extremely grateful for anything you can do - even down to the smallest gestures - writing a letter, sending positive thoughts their way or putting out a collection box at your work. If you would like their address to send them a letter directly, please let us know!
We will be organizing several upcoming events where you can join us for some fun filled times and also gives you the opportunity to drop off your donated items to include in Revitalize’s shipments.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We are happy to hear from you!
A customized donation guide is below with a list of specific items they currently need.
With thoughts of peace,
Jess and Ami
CARE PACKAGES - DONATION GUIDE
If you would like to give a donation, please feel free to contact us at:
revitalizeorlando@gmail.com • http://www.myspace.com/revitalizeorlando
Jessica 407.399.7589 • Ami 407.694.1467
Food and Beverage:
•Lots of Snacks (crucial) – no chocolate (this will melt in the mail)
•Instant Coffee / Automatic Drip Coffee
•Creamer
•Sugar
•Energy Bars (very useful when walking all night)
•Sunflower seeds
•Beef Jerky
•Canned soups and stews (starting to get cold at night)
•Any non-perishable food items
•Powered drink mix (Propel, Crystal light, Red Bull, etc.)
Clothing:
•Socks (wool only in black or green) – you can purchase these at any military store
Toiletries:
•Baby Wipes are extremely important! Some of our troops do not have access to showers.
**Please note that the unscented are much better. Scented wipes can attract a lot of mosquitoes and bugs
•Soap
•Liquid Soap
•Hand sanitizer
•Q Tips
•Shampoo
•Deodorant
•Tampons
•Female hygiene products
•Male hygiene products
Misc. and More:
•Chap Stick
•Fly swatters
•Bug Spray
•Dryer Sheets – These are very helpful to keep clothes fresh when they can’t be washed
•Pipe Cleaners (To clean equipment)
•Batteries (AAA, AA, and D cell )
•Silly String (use to detect trip wire and also for fun )
•Hand and Boot warmers for the cold nights
•Back Scratches
•Letters can be written for encouragement, to thank them, etc.
•Cards can be sent from you and your family for the holidays, etc.
•Pens (the locals feel that pens represent education and constantly ask the soldiers for them).
Entertainment
•Magazines – all kinds
•Movies – all kinds
•Music – all kinds
•Board games
•DVDs of recorded TV shows, any prime time sitcom, TV series, and shows from the Discovery channel, the History channel, and the Military channel are also great.
•Books – all kinds
We thank all the men and women overseas for the sacrifices that they make everyday. We're so excited to help in any way we can!
One unit consists of about 70 men in the Navy that are stationed in Iraq for 8 months and have been there since April 2008.
In addition, we have connected with several units that are also stationed in Iraq, consisting of about 800 Marines (male and female). Wow! They will be on temporary camp for the next 3 months. This means sleeping in tents, no air conditioning, no showers, very limited phones access, no internet access and more.
Once again, they are extremely grateful for anything you can do - even down to the smallest gestures - writing a letter, sending positive thoughts their way or putting out a collection box at your work. If you would like their address to send them a letter directly, please let us know!
We will be organizing several upcoming events where you can join us for some fun filled times and also gives you the opportunity to drop off your donated items to include in Revitalize’s shipments.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We are happy to hear from you!
A customized donation guide is below with a list of specific items they currently need.
With thoughts of peace,
Jess and Ami
CARE PACKAGES - DONATION GUIDE
If you would like to give a donation, please feel free to contact us at:
revitalizeorlando@gmail.com • http://www.myspace.com/revitalizeorlando
Jessica 407.399.7589 • Ami 407.694.1467
Food and Beverage:
•Lots of Snacks (crucial) – no chocolate (this will melt in the mail)
•Instant Coffee / Automatic Drip Coffee
•Creamer
•Sugar
•Energy Bars (very useful when walking all night)
•Sunflower seeds
•Beef Jerky
•Canned soups and stews (starting to get cold at night)
•Any non-perishable food items
•Powered drink mix (Propel, Crystal light, Red Bull, etc.)
Clothing:
•Socks (wool only in black or green) – you can purchase these at any military store
Toiletries:
•Baby Wipes are extremely important! Some of our troops do not have access to showers.
**Please note that the unscented are much better. Scented wipes can attract a lot of mosquitoes and bugs
•Soap
•Liquid Soap
•Hand sanitizer
•Q Tips
•Shampoo
•Deodorant
•Tampons
•Female hygiene products
•Male hygiene products
Misc. and More:
•Chap Stick
•Fly swatters
•Bug Spray
•Dryer Sheets – These are very helpful to keep clothes fresh when they can’t be washed
•Pipe Cleaners (To clean equipment)
•Batteries (AAA, AA, and D cell )
•Silly String (use to detect trip wire and also for fun )
•Hand and Boot warmers for the cold nights
•Back Scratches
•Letters can be written for encouragement, to thank them, etc.
•Cards can be sent from you and your family for the holidays, etc.
•Pens (the locals feel that pens represent education and constantly ask the soldiers for them).
Entertainment
•Magazines – all kinds
•Movies – all kinds
•Music – all kinds
•Board games
•DVDs of recorded TV shows, any prime time sitcom, TV series, and shows from the Discovery channel, the History channel, and the Military channel are also great.
•Books – all kinds
We thank all the men and women overseas for the sacrifices that they make everyday. We're so excited to help in any way we can!
Confused about eggs?
Hi everyone,
My boyfriend sent me this link recently that gives some information about how eggs can affect your health. There are also some guides on what kind of eggs you should buy.
EGGS!!!
I do try to be health conscious whenever possible, but I feel very mislead with so many mixed messages out there on what you should and shouldn't eat. I try to read these articles whenever I can in hopes that they will all produce similar "facts". So I thought I would share any interesting information that I might come across.
Since I am not a vegetarian, I do try my very best to purchase food that promotes the proper treatment of animals. This can get very expensive, but my peace of mind is worth it in the end. I totally love eggs for breakfast! .... but realized after reading this article that I was buying the wrong ones. Soooo, out with the cage-free and in with organic. I am starting to realize that organic is pretty much the best way to go when buying meats and poultry as well.
Well, that's all for this random posting :)
Have a great day!
~Ami
My boyfriend sent me this link recently that gives some information about how eggs can affect your health. There are also some guides on what kind of eggs you should buy.
EGGS!!!
I do try to be health conscious whenever possible, but I feel very mislead with so many mixed messages out there on what you should and shouldn't eat. I try to read these articles whenever I can in hopes that they will all produce similar "facts". So I thought I would share any interesting information that I might come across.
Since I am not a vegetarian, I do try my very best to purchase food that promotes the proper treatment of animals. This can get very expensive, but my peace of mind is worth it in the end. I totally love eggs for breakfast! .... but realized after reading this article that I was buying the wrong ones. Soooo, out with the cage-free and in with organic. I am starting to realize that organic is pretty much the best way to go when buying meats and poultry as well.
Well, that's all for this random posting :)
Have a great day!
~Ami
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Revitalize the Beach Girl Within! - Pictures are up
This past Saturday was our Girl Beach day and it was absolutely fantastic. This was the first gathering that no one could make it to ........ however, Jess and I enjoyed and cherished every moment as we bonded with the ocean, the sun and with each other. What a relaxing, rejuvenating and joyous day! As always, we also dressed up for the occasion. :)
Check out the photos we posted on our myspace gallery http://www.myspace.com/revitalizeorlando
Fun Times!
See you at our next event.... Don't miss the Monster Bash on Saturday, 10.25.08!
Much Love Always,
Ami & Jess
Check out the photos we posted on our myspace gallery http://www.myspace.com/revitalizeorlando
Fun Times!
See you at our next event.... Don't miss the Monster Bash on Saturday, 10.25.08!
Much Love Always,
Ami & Jess
Register to Vote - Last day to register via mail
Hey everyone!
Just wanted to send out a quick reminder that election day is around the corner. We encourage you to be a part of this very important decision for our country.
Today is the last day to register to vote through the mail. Go to www.voteforchange.com to register today. It is extremely simple and takes only 5 minutes to complete.
If you drop it in the mail today, it will still arrive by the October 6th deadline.
Have a beautiful day!
~Ami
Just wanted to send out a quick reminder that election day is around the corner. We encourage you to be a part of this very important decision for our country.
Today is the last day to register to vote through the mail. Go to www.voteforchange.com to register today. It is extremely simple and takes only 5 minutes to complete.
If you drop it in the mail today, it will still arrive by the October 6th deadline.
Have a beautiful day!
~Ami
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Let the color within you shine
Lately, my light has dimmed.
But in my darkest moment, somehow a spark appeared and pulled me out of what I thought was going to be a never ending hole of despair.
"And then there was Light."
It may sound cheesy, but since the day after my 30th birthday I've felt more alive than I have in the longest time. I'm feeling all of the colors of me resurface into a beautiful being that has so much to offer the world.
At my lowest, I didn't know what to do, how to think or who I was. Thankfully, it didn't take me long to realize that I am a Light Being - full of the colors of the rainbow and beyond.
My hopes are up, my focus is on my well being - no one else's, my businesses are bringing a renewed joy and I am finally getting my body and mind back into shape.
I will never forget my low - the dark period - so I can constantly be more appreciative of the light...of my light...of the colors within me so they will shine like never before.
With so much more than a glimmer of hope,
Jess
But in my darkest moment, somehow a spark appeared and pulled me out of what I thought was going to be a never ending hole of despair.
"And then there was Light."
It may sound cheesy, but since the day after my 30th birthday I've felt more alive than I have in the longest time. I'm feeling all of the colors of me resurface into a beautiful being that has so much to offer the world.
At my lowest, I didn't know what to do, how to think or who I was. Thankfully, it didn't take me long to realize that I am a Light Being - full of the colors of the rainbow and beyond.
My hopes are up, my focus is on my well being - no one else's, my businesses are bringing a renewed joy and I am finally getting my body and mind back into shape.
I will never forget my low - the dark period - so I can constantly be more appreciative of the light...of my light...of the colors within me so they will shine like never before.
With so much more than a glimmer of hope,
Jess
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Happy Birthday Jess!!!!
Hello Everyone,
Do you know what today is??? It's a very special birthday for our very own J.Rock, founder and co-owner of Revitalize! Yes,that's right....Revitalize was originally created by the beautiful Jessica Smith. Today we celebrate her 30th birthday. The year of full self discovery, of huge changes, and answers that will lead towards a new life of bliss! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY DEAREST JESSICA!!!!!
I wanted to take a moment and give her my own personal and most heartfelt thank you for letting me be a part of this amazing organization. I am blessed to have the opportunity to be on this incredible journey with my best friend. A journey of balancing our mind, body and spirit...a journey of peace for ourselves and everyone we touch....a journey of a balanced and blissful heart....a journey to find ourselves and realize how special we are, to realize the beauty in ourselves and in everyone and everything around us.....a journey where we welcome everyone to join us and share their lives with us......a haven for all of our hearts...a safe place to voice our thoughts.... a resource to information on how we can all make a change within ourselves and make a difference in the world around us.
I enjoy every single moment of being a part of our Revitalize team. The charity work, the Revitalize Your Soul postings, communicating with and collecting donations for our troops, Picking fruit and veggies for the hungry, every single AWESOME theme party we organize, every Girl Gathering and family Picnic....I will always hold each memory dear to my heart. I am so excited for the future of Revitalize!
So, once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Revitalize has Revitalized my Life! The experience is magnificent!
I wish you the best birthday year you have ever experienced in your whole life.
Love you bunches!!!!
Ami~Lovebug
P.S. Pictures of Jessica's Surprise Birthday Party Coming Soon!
Do you know what today is??? It's a very special birthday for our very own J.Rock, founder and co-owner of Revitalize! Yes,that's right....Revitalize was originally created by the beautiful Jessica Smith. Today we celebrate her 30th birthday. The year of full self discovery, of huge changes, and answers that will lead towards a new life of bliss! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY DEAREST JESSICA!!!!!
I wanted to take a moment and give her my own personal and most heartfelt thank you for letting me be a part of this amazing organization. I am blessed to have the opportunity to be on this incredible journey with my best friend. A journey of balancing our mind, body and spirit...a journey of peace for ourselves and everyone we touch....a journey of a balanced and blissful heart....a journey to find ourselves and realize how special we are, to realize the beauty in ourselves and in everyone and everything around us.....a journey where we welcome everyone to join us and share their lives with us......a haven for all of our hearts...a safe place to voice our thoughts.... a resource to information on how we can all make a change within ourselves and make a difference in the world around us.
I enjoy every single moment of being a part of our Revitalize team. The charity work, the Revitalize Your Soul postings, communicating with and collecting donations for our troops, Picking fruit and veggies for the hungry, every single AWESOME theme party we organize, every Girl Gathering and family Picnic....I will always hold each memory dear to my heart. I am so excited for the future of Revitalize!
So, once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Revitalize has Revitalized my Life! The experience is magnificent!
I wish you the best birthday year you have ever experienced in your whole life.
Love you bunches!!!!
Ami~Lovebug
P.S. Pictures of Jessica's Surprise Birthday Party Coming Soon!
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
ATTENTION all animal lovers!
Disaster relief teams from The Humane Society have begun search-and-rescue operations in Texas. They desperately need our help to save animals stranded by Hurricane Ike.
Be a part of saving animals stranded by the storm and reunite them with their families.....There are many pets and other animals that are still waiting to be rescued.
The Humane Society is currently collecting emergency contributions that can help them respond to this and future crises.
Just go to this link for more information on sending a donation:
https://secure.hsus.org/01/disaster_relief_fund_2008/nYdNYr61qfJxA?source=gabhdg
From one animal lover to the next!
~Lovebug
Be a part of saving animals stranded by the storm and reunite them with their families.....There are many pets and other animals that are still waiting to be rescued.
The Humane Society is currently collecting emergency contributions that can help them respond to this and future crises.
Just go to this link for more information on sending a donation:
https://secure.hsus.org/01/disaster_relief_fund_2008/nYdNYr61qfJxA?source=gabhdg
From one animal lover to the next!
~Lovebug
Monday, September 15, 2008
Monday, September 8, 2008
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Revitalize
Let's love our Mother Earth! Below are ways that we can make a change...one day at a time:
1. Reuse your plastic bags or use cloth bags instead when you go to the grocery store (the cloth bags can hold a lot of stuff and they're only $1.00 at Publix & Dollar Tree). You can even use them when you go to your favorite record store or go shopping at the mall. You could start a trend! Just make sure to keep a few in your car so that when you go to the store, you already have them. :)
2. Instead of tossing your cigarette butt on the ground, put it out in an ashtray. It'll only take a few extra seconds.
3. Check out this list of how long it takes certain material to biodegrate:
4. Don't litter!
5. Reuse the scraps of your fruits and eggs...toss them in your garden instead of the garbage. Your plants will eat them up!
6. Go paperless with your bills and call them if they do not honor your request. It's worth a try and maybe one day they'll really start to listen.
7. When you're brushing your teeth, turn the water off in between brushes. It'll lower your water bill and consumption. :)
8. Recycle! In fact, many counties and states have expanded their recyclable item list. Check out your local county's website to see if you can throw away things such as paper towel rolls and cereal boxes.
**Here's a website where you can order recycling bins and get some more information on recyclable items - http://www.ci.orlando.fl.us/public_works/solidwaste/swmrec.htm
**Publix has recycle bins outside their locations where you can throw out recyclables such as paper and plastic bags...they even have recycle bins for foam trays and egg crates. :)
Just remember to continue to love our dear Mother. She's our lifeline....
Much love,
Ami & Jess
*Feel free to send us any additional tips to add - we'll be updating this list periodically and would love your input!
1. Reuse your plastic bags or use cloth bags instead when you go to the grocery store (the cloth bags can hold a lot of stuff and they're only $1.00 at Publix & Dollar Tree). You can even use them when you go to your favorite record store or go shopping at the mall. You could start a trend! Just make sure to keep a few in your car so that when you go to the store, you already have them. :)
2. Instead of tossing your cigarette butt on the ground, put it out in an ashtray. It'll only take a few extra seconds.
3. Check out this list of how long it takes certain material to biodegrate:
- Paper: 2-4 Weeks
- Banana Peel: 3-5 Weeks
- Wool Cap: 1 Year
- Cigarette Butt: 2-5 Years
- Disposable Diaper: 10-20 Years
- Hard Plastic Container: 20-30 Years
- Rubber Boot Sole: 50-80 Years
- Tin Can: 80-100 Years
- Aluminum Can: 200-400 Years
- Plastic 6-pack Holder: 450 Years
- Glass Bottles: A Very, Very Long Time (Forever)
4. Don't litter!
5. Reuse the scraps of your fruits and eggs...toss them in your garden instead of the garbage. Your plants will eat them up!
6. Go paperless with your bills and call them if they do not honor your request. It's worth a try and maybe one day they'll really start to listen.
7. When you're brushing your teeth, turn the water off in between brushes. It'll lower your water bill and consumption. :)
8. Recycle! In fact, many counties and states have expanded their recyclable item list. Check out your local county's website to see if you can throw away things such as paper towel rolls and cereal boxes.
**Here's a website where you can order recycling bins and get some more information on recyclable items - http://www.ci.orlando.fl.us/public_works/solidwaste/swmrec.htm
**Publix has recycle bins outside their locations where you can throw out recyclables such as paper and plastic bags...they even have recycle bins for foam trays and egg crates. :)
Just remember to continue to love our dear Mother. She's our lifeline....
Much love,
Ami & Jess
*Feel free to send us any additional tips to add - we'll be updating this list periodically and would love your input!
Revitalize Your Soul - Mistakes
We are all human and we tend to make mistakes…..it’s inevitable. Of course there are different levels of mistakes that we can make and we should have full control on the line that should not be crossed; which is usually based on our beliefs and morals of what is right and wrong. Those are guides that live deep within us…they are a part of us and who we are.
However, no matter how hard we try to listen to our guides…sometimes we make a bad decision or ignore our instincts or even refuse to do the right thing. We may try hard to beat temptations and keep a balanced life, but we are not perfect and sometimes we slip.
Peace and Love,
~Ami
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Let your voice be heard!
Revitalize would absolutely love it if you joined us to share a piece of Your Soul!
If there is anything you want to talk about, a message you want to spread to the world or an experience you want people to hear about, just email us..... We are so excited to come together as we Revitalize Our Souls!
We can post your message or just be here to listen.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Have a beautiful day!
Jess & Ami
If there is anything you want to talk about, a message you want to spread to the world or an experience you want people to hear about, just email us..... We are so excited to come together as we Revitalize Our Souls!
We can post your message or just be here to listen.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Have a beautiful day!
Jess & Ami
Monday, September 1, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Stop and smell the roses
Each day passes by so quickly. We go through our daily routines and then start all over again the next day. It’s so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everything that we forget to take a moment to stop and smell the roses. Something as simple as stopping whatever you are doing and concentrating on your breathing, can be so therapeutic sometimes. Or sitting back for a moment an enjoying the silence, the stillness, the peace. Or just taking a 5-10 minute walk around your neighborhood to let your blood flow and take in the beauty that is our earth. It’s always nice to even call up a loved one that you haven’t spoken to in a while to catch up on each other’s lives.
Peace and Light,
Lovebug
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - In Search of Insperado...
My brain's creative side has suffered a major fart.
And I am in now in search of insperado (aka INSPIRATION!).
This typically doesn't happen to me, but with all of the recent changes in my life, I've been searching, grounding, thinking (perhaps too much) and reaching for inspiration.
Of course Revitalize and our wedding business is inspirational to me, but I'm in search for more...
...more creativity to decorate my new pad.
...more motivation to finish a painting I started.
...more drive to work even harder on our businesses.
I suppose I just need to continue to go with the flow (one of my favorite new phrases) and let inspiration flutter my way. If I believe that it's out there, it will find me....and you. Just try not to look too hard.
In search of insperado (if you can connect this to Tenacious D, you rock),
Jess
And I am in now in search of insperado (aka INSPIRATION!).
This typically doesn't happen to me, but with all of the recent changes in my life, I've been searching, grounding, thinking (perhaps too much) and reaching for inspiration.
Of course Revitalize and our wedding business is inspirational to me, but I'm in search for more...
...more creativity to decorate my new pad.
...more motivation to finish a painting I started.
...more drive to work even harder on our businesses.
I suppose I just need to continue to go with the flow (one of my favorite new phrases) and let inspiration flutter my way. If I believe that it's out there, it will find me....and you. Just try not to look too hard.
In search of insperado (if you can connect this to Tenacious D, you rock),
Jess
Friday, August 22, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul!
It can be so hard not to let each day pass, constantly letting our minds be consumed with the everyday problems that surround our lives and those around us. There are so many thoughts of worry, concern, stress and negativity that we allow our emotions to indulge in on a daily basis.
So, I say…Lets try a different approach. Lets take these moments in as blessings of growth, lessons to be learned and an opportunity for us to cherish the good moments and remember the beauty of life which far exceeds these challenges. They are a gift….They are what give essence and meaning to everything that matters in our lives.
~Lovebug
Monday, August 18, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - The Little Things
Today I had to go to the tag office to renew my tag, get a title reprinted and change the address on my license.
To me the tag office is as horrible as the dentist.
Both tend to make you wait to long, only to tell you that you either have more cavities or not enough proof of being you.
Both have tons of strangers that are forced to sit in uncomfortable chairs, waiting for the inevitable.
Both are typically filled with workers that can't stand to be there and let you know it!
And both tend to cost way more than you thought.
For some reason, today was different. And I think my attitude played a major role in my experience...
There was hardly anyone there waiting and when I was waiting, I had a super conversation with some new parents and their glowing toddler, Jada.
When I was called, the woman that helped me, Julia, was really down to earth and took care of everything I needed - no running back to the car and having to get some other paperwork.
And all of the staff there was laughing and having a fun time.
Oddly enough, a trip to the tag office was not hell! Can you believe it? I left feeling nearly uplifted. As I continued to think positively, I noticed that I every light I hit was green on my trek home. I received several nice texts and calls and I just felt great. The fun continued when I got to my new place and had a conversation with one of my nosy neighbors who actually offered for me to chill with her if this storm gets bad.
As soon as I walked up to my door all I could think about was how each of those little things made me happier, therefore making the rest of my day even better!
Perhaps the little things are self created by the positivity that we put out there. The more we give to the universe's glowing light, the more we'll get back.
Whether it's a dentist office or a tag office or whatever task you may dread, enter the situation without preconceived notions and see what happens.
You may be surprised!
Much love,
Jess
To me the tag office is as horrible as the dentist.
Both tend to make you wait to long, only to tell you that you either have more cavities or not enough proof of being you.
Both have tons of strangers that are forced to sit in uncomfortable chairs, waiting for the inevitable.
Both are typically filled with workers that can't stand to be there and let you know it!
And both tend to cost way more than you thought.
For some reason, today was different. And I think my attitude played a major role in my experience...
There was hardly anyone there waiting and when I was waiting, I had a super conversation with some new parents and their glowing toddler, Jada.
When I was called, the woman that helped me, Julia, was really down to earth and took care of everything I needed - no running back to the car and having to get some other paperwork.
And all of the staff there was laughing and having a fun time.
Oddly enough, a trip to the tag office was not hell! Can you believe it? I left feeling nearly uplifted. As I continued to think positively, I noticed that I every light I hit was green on my trek home. I received several nice texts and calls and I just felt great. The fun continued when I got to my new place and had a conversation with one of my nosy neighbors who actually offered for me to chill with her if this storm gets bad.
As soon as I walked up to my door all I could think about was how each of those little things made me happier, therefore making the rest of my day even better!
Perhaps the little things are self created by the positivity that we put out there. The more we give to the universe's glowing light, the more we'll get back.
Whether it's a dentist office or a tag office or whatever task you may dread, enter the situation without preconceived notions and see what happens.
You may be surprised!
Much love,
Jess
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul – One more birthday message
Do you remember your previous birthdays as a child? I do and a lot has changed since then. It’s all different now. Mommy doesn’t bake me a cake and throw me a birthday party anymore and family members no longer send me cards in the mail full of cash, even though it is now that I need it the most. Haha! Actually, once you become a full grown adult, birthdays just don’t seem to be much fun anymore. They can become just another day. A lot of us stress about becoming older and some of us feel forgotten and/or alone. What happened to the excitement and anticipation to celebrate the day we were brought into this world? Many of us have forgotten what it means and how special our birthday really is.
Have a beautiful day!
~Lovebug xoxo
Monday, August 11, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Be thankful for this moment
Right now, sit back and take a deep breath.
Look around you.
Look past you.
Feel inside of you.
Hear the sounds around you.
Feel your heart beat.
Recognize the energy that surrounds.
Be mindful,
And be thankful for this moment.
Much love,
Jess
Look around you.
Look past you.
Feel inside of you.
Hear the sounds around you.
Feel your heart beat.
Recognize the energy that surrounds.
Be mindful,
And be thankful for this moment.
Much love,
Jess
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Revitalize Your Soul - Birthday Time!
Sooooooo, this past Friday, 8.1.08 was my birthday! Happy Birthday to me! This year I turned 29 and I feel DIVINE! As I quickly approach my fabulous thirties, I realize that my thought process and decision making continues to grow and change. This year I have felt maturity and adulthood more intensely than ever before. I have been on my own and supporting myself since I was 18 years old, I have been married AND divorced, I have had several surgeries and health issues in the past, I have traveled a decent amount and have seen, survived and enjoyed all levels of experiences (the good, the bad, the best and the rest). Yet, this is the year…..2008… that I feel the most mature.
~Lovebug
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
And now, introducing our new platoon!!
We're happy to announce our new unit of brave men that we've adopted. This time, they're fighting for us on the seas...
Once again, they are extremely grateful for anything you can do - even down to the smallest thing - writing a letter, sending positive thoughts their way or putting out a collection box out at your work. If you would like their address to send them a letter, please let us know! Otherwise, we'll have a collection gathering soon! :)
Check out these pictures of our newest group of guys:
Doing their thing on the water:
We thank them and all other men and women oversees for the sacrifices that they make everyday. We're so excited to help more and more!
Once again, they are extremely grateful for anything you can do - even down to the smallest thing - writing a letter, sending positive thoughts their way or putting out a collection box out at your work. If you would like their address to send them a letter, please let us know! Otherwise, we'll have a collection gathering soon! :)
Check out these pictures of our newest group of guys:
Doing their thing on the water:
We thank them and all other men and women oversees for the sacrifices that they make everyday. We're so excited to help more and more!
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Revitalize is BACK!
....We've missed you and the entire community! Ami & Jess have returned to spread love and joy!!
We are so happy to say that our adopted platoon from Afghanistan has returned to the USA. They are grateful for the love and support that Orlando gave them!! Recently, we have hooked up with another group of soldiers in the Navy and they are in need of all of our help! Look out for donation events and drop off locations (info to be posted soon!).
In the meanwhile, check out this site to donate your old cell phones to the troops: www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com.
In local community news, be on the lookout for our future events and charity projects...Picnic in the Park part 2 and our next gleaning adventure (what will it be this time...corn, fruit...???)!
We cannot wait to reconnect with everyone (and anyone)!
Much love,
Ami & Jess
We are so happy to say that our adopted platoon from Afghanistan has returned to the USA. They are grateful for the love and support that Orlando gave them!! Recently, we have hooked up with another group of soldiers in the Navy and they are in need of all of our help! Look out for donation events and drop off locations (info to be posted soon!).
In the meanwhile, check out this site to donate your old cell phones to the troops: www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com.
In local community news, be on the lookout for our future events and charity projects...Picnic in the Park part 2 and our next gleaning adventure (what will it be this time...corn, fruit...???)!
We cannot wait to reconnect with everyone (and anyone)!
Much love,
Ami & Jess
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