Affirmations - your Passport
to Happiness

July 01, Passport 2000 Newsletter Vol. 2. Number 7

Contents

1. Editorial

2. Letters to the Editor

3. For Sale Section

4. Poem, Life -- Lois Gertrude Peterson Thiessen

5. The Phoenix News Network presents Ask Anne Marie -- The Affirmation Column

6. Mercury Retrograde -- by Rose Marcus

7. Exciting Announcement -- New Columnist Samaya Ryane

8. Ask Caroline -- Advice Column

9. Short Story Section

10. Affirmation for July

11. Free Book Draw

12. Contract & Legal

Editorial:

I am sitting in my chair reflecting upon the wonderful people that I have in my life and how very fortunate I am. I am also very thankful to my son, David for his work in making this Newsletter (Passport 2000) possible. I also wish to thank all you wonderful readers and my fantastic writers and columnists that make this Newsletter so informative and interesting. Thank you readers for your e-mails, letters, notes and phone calls encouraging me in my work.

It brought tears to my eyes when a beautiful young lady in one of my recent workshops on Affirmations thanked me for the wonderful information -- She also said that I had touched her heart with love in a way no one else ever had.

As my thoughts resolve around my Passport 2000 and ways to make it more uplifting and interesting to my readers, I sometimes wonder to myself, "Is it really worth all the effort or am I just kidding myself?" No sooner than that thought has crossed my mind, the phone rings and the caller says, "Hi Anne Marie, I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate your newsletter. As soon as it is out, I print it off and devour it. I am so grateful."

So then I pick up by pen, jot down some ideas and thoughts and trudge into my computer room to put them in print on the Internet in the form of my Passport 2000. Is it worth it? "Yes, yes, one thousand times yes!" Just one call, e-mail or letter of encouragement sets me right back on my positive track of life. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you." I am so happy and thrilled to see that our Passport 2000 is attracting readers from virtually all over the world and our readership is growing rapidly. Please, please, keep your messages of love, hope and encouragement coming. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, again!

Letters to the Editor:

Dear Anne Marie:

I have been reading this Newsletter and I was wondering if you could tell me the price of your book, Affirmations, Your Passport to Happiness and where I could order it. Can I order it over the Internet, from http://www.amazon.com or where? Also I was wondering what motivated you to publish a book. Was it a lot of hard work and did it cost a great deal to print? I am very interested as I am in the process of writing a cookbook. I am a chef and feel that I have good recipes and information for people. Thanks! Gordie

Dear Gordie

Thank you for your interesting e-mail. You can purchase my book directly from me, over the Internet or from http://www.amazon.com. The price when you purchase it directly from me is $15.00 plus $3.00 postage making a total of $l8.00. You can Order as follows:

Send your check or money order for $l8.00 to:

Anne Marie Evers,
4559 Underwood Avenue,
North Vancouver, BC  V7K 2S3
Canada

To answer your question why did I write a book, it all started with a remark from a lady I was counseling. She said, "Why don’t you photo copy what you said to me and give it out to your clients? Then another client said, "Anne Marie why don’t you write a book?" "Write a book," I said, "I can’t do that as I don’t know how." Then I started thinking about it and researched it. Yes, it was possible and I did!

To answer your questions, "Was it a lot of work? "Yes, Yes, Yes!" I must have printed out each of my books at least 20 times in draft form, and then I kept reading them over and over, adding, deleting, changing, crossing out, etc. As to cost, it is most important to shop around with various printing companies, proof readers, editors, graphic artists, etc. They are usually quite competitive and if you do the ground work, it is bound to pay off. I think a cook book is a wonderful idea as everyone has to eat. As well we are always searching for new and varied menus, ideas and dishes.

Congratulations on your decision to take action, follow your dream and write your cook book. I wish you much success! Love Anne Marie

Dear Anne Marie:

I really love your information on the Relationship Train. It seemed to explain why my boyfriend and I broke up and was filled with tons of good advice. One of my friends printed it off and showed it to me. Can you tell me in what edition did it appear in the Passport 2000? Darlene

Dear Darlene:

That article appeared in my very first Passport 2000. (October, l999 edition). Hope you enjoy it and if you have any questions, please contact me.

I would love to hear from you. Yours in Affirmations, Anne Marie

For Sale Section:

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The Phoenix News Network presents Ask Anne Marie -- The Affirmation Column (Re-printed with permission from Nicole M. Whitney, Publisher of Solution Oriented News, The Phoenix North Shore Edition -- July, 2000).

Dear Anne Marie:

I am a frustrated Realtor. Could you suggest an affirmation that I could use to sell a house that I have listed? This house has been on the market for the past 120 days with no offers. I have done everything I know how to do. I have spent a great deal of money advertising, holding open houses and contacting everyone I can think of. I am very concerned as my Sellers have a need to sell. I think they are getting discouraged and beginning to doubt my ability to sell their property. I do read your Affirmation Column regularly and find you give down-to-earth, honest advice. Do you have any suggestions? I am desperate to try anything. -- Gordie

Dear Gordie

Thank you for your letter and comments. Yes, sometimes we come across a property that is difficult to sell. When I was in real estate I listed a home that the father had built with loving care for his wife and him. The wife had passed on several years prior.

When he became incapacitated, the son decided to put the house on the market. I can remember when I held Open House that the elderly gentleman would sit in his chair, muttering under his breath, "This house will never sell as long as I have anything to say about it." He was using his mind power to will the house not to sell.

It was interesting because I did have two full price offers that fell apart just before or at closing. Now I never underestimate the power of words and heart-felt statements. Speak to the Sellers and find out if they really do want to sell or if they have an attachment to the property. If they do, you may need to bring it to their attention by talking about it and then releasing it. When you have determined that the Sellers really do desire to sell the property, then do the following Affirmation.

Take a picture (from the MLS or if you have another one) and place it at the top of this Master Affirmation Page. Use splashes of colour -- green for money and change, red for energy and yellow for Divine Intuition. Colour excites and wakes up the subconscious mind.

Master Affirmation

"My listing at "_________ " deserves and is now sold at an acceptable price. The transaction goes smoothly and quickly. The Sellers, Purchasers and everyone concerned are happy. They are pleased with my excellent service and we are all happy to the good of all parties concerned. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you."

P.S. You have already sold that house, it just has not happened yet in your reality!

Happy Selling, Anne Marie

Dear Anne Marie:

I have your book and I was wondering if you think writing an Angel Letter to my mother-in-law would help. She is always interfering with my life, telling me how to raise my children, do my baking, ironing and housework. Thank you in advance, Anne Marie. -- Kathrina

Dear Kathrina

Yes, I definitely would write the Angel Letter to your mother-in-law. I have used it with family members and many others with great success. Just to recap the process:

Write to the Angel (Higher Self) of Another from Your Angel (Higher Self) "To the Angel of " _________ ", I love you, I bless you and I thank you for respecting our family and our family wishes as we respect yours. Thank you for helping us and being involved with our family as it fits into our plans. We love, respect and approve of you and your life, and we ask you to do the same. We are all happy and peaceful to the good of all parties concerned. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you."

As I say in my book, Affirmations, Your Passport to Happiness you need to write this out 15 times. Mystics feel the number 15 destroys any hard thoughts! Please let me know what happens -- Have Fun! Anne Marie

Mercury Retrograde:

If there's one thing about astrology that most people remember, it certainly seems to be the experience of the Mercury retrograde cycle - astrology's "Murphy's Law". Retrograde refers to the apparent backward motion of a planet as it is viewed from our position on earth. During the Mercury retrograde cycle, which occurs three times each year, the Winged Messenger becomes the Merry Trickster. Mercury is the planet associated with all forms of travel and communication. Typical of the this influence are schedules going out the window, paperwork snafus, delays, poor timing, confusion, uncertainty, disagreements, little mistakes that drive you crazy, electrical/mechanical problems and misplacing things. Temporary situations, repeating themes and unexpected problems crop up. Mercury retrograde is not a good time to sign binding contracts (unless the intention is to make the commitment short lived) or to make large/important purchases. Whatever you do during this period, leave yourself the open door. On a positive note if you misplace something, it usually comes back. Revisions, delays and continuing negotiations can eventually lead you to improvement after the cycle is complete.

This time Mercury travels backward in the water sign of Cancer. Emotions can swell up and override rational thinking. Remember this when things become too important. Mother and/or mothering, the past, young ones and old ones are likely to grab your attention even more than usual. (Many will plan vacations around returning home.) For some (earth signs to a degree, but more so for the water signs) "returning home/going back to beginnings" can be positive/appropriate. For all signs, memories are likely to be much more prominent. Buried or forgotten experiences rise into consciousness now. Give yourself time to sort out their relevancy to your current set up.

The Cancer archetype refers to your emotional, material (and spiritual) comfort zone. It describes the nurturing principle - how you get, sustain and protect what nurtures you the most, whether it be people, material comforts or even food. Cancer is the sign attributed to (locked in) habitual behavior, conditioned through the experiences of the early years of our lives. Most of us spend a lifetime trying to undo these personal patterns. With the planet in retrograde, we all get a chance to do review and reassessment. Introspection can be of great benefit now. An internalized focus can be especially useful for exploring/developing creativity. With Mercury in Cancer the danger lies in holding on too tight to your babies.

As the retrograde cycle begins, planet Uranus is likely to interfere with your security issues and comfort zone. You will be called forward, whether or not you want to go. It will be necessary to pay attention to things outside of your own small world. Areas in your life that aren't well nailed down can make you feel vulnerable, insecure, uncertain. Potentials, dangling like the proverbial carrot in front of you, spur you out of the nest, wobbly legs and all. The influence of Uranus is unstable, inconsistent, unusual, unexpected, distracting, sudden. It is also progressive and enlightening. Accidents can happen give the current planetary lineup, so do be extra careful in the home, on the water and when traveling. Make it safety first. With Mercury retrograde in Cancer there can be leaks, spills, etc., safety issues, retention/saturation issues, problems with food and digestion, problems with the Uranus to the mix and you can also have problems with electricity (appliances), technology (computers), or the mechanical.

While Mercury and Uranus are not well blended you can expect an uncomfortable growth cycle and perhaps a surprise or two. You may feel a gap between where you've come from and where you are going to. Choices are unclear during a Mercury retrograde cycle. Given the current stellar lineup, merging the best out of both worlds is at best guesswork and experimentation. Throughout it all, one thing is likely to become clearer - familiarity may no longer a good enough reason to keep doing it the same way. Uranus can zap you with lightening bolts or throw the switch on the illumination light bulb. Ultimately it all spells progress. Give it time.

Rose Marcus lives in North Vancouver with her two daughters and her two cats. She owns Aquarius Rising Metaphysical Books & Gifts, Lonsdale Quay Market, upper level, North Vancouver. Rose teaches astrology classes and is available for private astrology or clairvoyant readings: 986-9100 or email: rosem@direct.ca Check out Rose’s daily horoscopes at www.vancouverwomen.com

Exciting Announcement!!!:

I am very excited and happy to announce that Samaya Ryane, well-known columnist, artist, former founder and owner of Shared Vision Magazine in Vancouver, Canada will be writing a column titled Here We Are in Passport 2000.

Current columnist of 'Reflections' in Shared Vision, a monthly magazine on health and well-being, she is known to thousands of readers over the world. It is indeed a great honour to have her with us. Samaya brings with her a wealth of knowledge, insight, humor, spirituality and good down-to-earth common sense. Her first, regular column will appear in our August edition of Passport 2000. Samaya may be reached by e-mail at Samayar@portal.ca. Welcome aboard the Passport 2000 Samaya! You won’t want to miss her interesting, exciting Column "Here We Are in Passport 2000!"

Ask Caroline -- Advice Column:

Dear Caroline:

I am 16 years old and just found out that I am pregnant with my 18 year old boyfriend's baby. What should I do? I am worried about being able to support a baby as I am still in High School. Please Help. Loretta

Dear Loretta:

I'm sorry you have to have such a problem at your age. You should consider giving it up for adoption. This will avoid the guilt of aborting a baby and trying to raise it on your own. Your baby will have a two parent home and will have a good life with loving parents. Seek help through a church or the Salvation Army. There are people who will help you and steer you to the right places for assistance. Good Luck and God Bless.

Caroline, Psychic & Counselor

Dear Caroline:

Rob and I are planning on getting married August of this year. The problem is my future mother-in-law. She thinks we should have a huge wedding, long white dress and the whole nine yards. Rob and I both want a quiet, simple wedding with just family members and very close friends. How can we do this and still keep the peace in the family? We always read your column and just love the Passport 2000!

Looking forward to your advice. Thank you. Cynthia

Dear Cynthia:

Be prepared and know that your Mother-in-law will always be a problem. You are the bride and it is your special day so you should have it the way you both want it. Traditionally the Mother of the bride pays for it. However, if your Mother-in-law wants it so bad, tell her she can pay for it. Rob should be the one to stand up to his Mother and say this is what you both want and this is how it will be. If he does not, she will always be intervening.

Congratulations & Good Luck

Caroline is a Psychic Counselor and accomplished Reader of the Tarot and the Cards of life. She is also an Affirmation Teacher and vigorously promotes my book on Affirmations, Your Passport to Happiness. She has used the affirmations directly from the book in numerous situations in her life with fantastic results. She has over thirty years experience and many loyal, devoted clients. Keep up the good work Caroline! She can be reached directly at e-mail: Carolineryker@hotmail.com

Short Stories Section by Anne Marie Evers:

Lynne though she was a happily married woman. She had one daughter Kelsie aged eight. When she discovered her husband Ted, who was a local fireman was cheating on her, she was completely devastated. She hated him with all her energy. Ted, although a cheating husband was an excellent father to Kelsie. He actually doted on the girl. Lynne divorced Ted shortly after and Ted married the other woman after a few months. Soon after he began pursuing Lynne.

Lynne agreed and actually became the other woman. This love affair with her ex-husband continued for seven years while Kelsie was growing up. Lynne finally ended the affair with Ted and married again. This marriage only lasted two years. When I asked Lynne why she would change roles from wife to ex-wife and then to that of lover, she said she did it to hurt him and the hussy that stole her husband in the first place.

This whole scenario did not work to the good of all. Daughter Kelsie grew up thinking and hoping that her mom and dad would get back together and still thought so until he died five years ago. Kelsie told me three years ago that she is still angry at her mother for having that affair and leading her to think she would all be together again. Ted died and only then could both Lynne and Kelsie let go of him.

Think of all that wasted energy and misdirected love or obsession. Both mother and daughter are in heavy counseling trying to figure out what went wrong. The moral of this story could be never set out to seduce or have an affair a married man, even if he is your ex-husband.

Let us recap and discuss why this situation did not work. First of all it was not built on a solid, firm foundation. Secondly she was attempting to punish and hurt Ted and the other woman and thirdly she felt superior, spiteful and in control when she was in the role of other woman. She would teach him. All she got for both her and Kelsie was a lifetime of pain, suffering, hurt, disappointment and regret. When the love affair or marriage is over, forgive it, release it and let it go forever. In other words ‘Bury the corpse."

Today Lynn’s is a bitter, disillusioned seventy-two year old woman. It really hurt Kelsie, who, herself has had three failed marriages. Was it all worth it? You decide!

Affirmation for July :

"I, (your name) deserve and now evolve and grow in peace, joy, love and happiness. My heart expands with love and extends to everyone I meet. I find love in everything I do, say and think. Love fills my whole being. I am a love magnet to the right people and the right situations. I love, respect and approve of myself just the way I am. I love and respect others. I allow them to evolve and grow. I feel love when I look at the flowers, trees, water, clouds, mountains, grass, waterfalls, streams, oceans and all of God’s creations. I know I am one with everyone and everything and so it is. I am happy and content to the good of all parties concerned. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you."

Free Book Draw:

Results of our free monthly draw for a Free Electronic Version of The Fourth edition of Book Affirmations Your Passport to Happiness!

We are pleased to announce that Sheila Underwood of Michigan is the lucky winner of the Free Electronic Book for the month of July, 2000. Congratulations Sheila and happy reading!

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