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Wednesday, March 14, 2012 8:39:37 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled My Favorite Things About Today:
Barbara said, " It’s warm enough to wear flip flops! It’s warm enough to have the door to my studio open! It’s warm enough to have my periwinkle adirondack chair out! And you can bet I’ll be eating my lunch in it! "
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 12:18:05 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled What Is Normal?:
Barbara said, " While I was cooking dinner last night my husband, John was talking about how his crew will now be working steadily once again (he own’s and operates a remodeling construction business). Business is picking up once again, and with the..." more
Monday, March 12, 2012 10:18:08 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled 10th Year Anniversary Celebration Contest Sponsored by Dodgerslist:
Barbara said, "Dodgerslist has saved thousands of dogs lives that have been diagnosed with Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)—Let’s Celebrate!! Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog and I are so grateful for Dodgerslist. In 2006 when Frankie was diagnosed..." more
Friday, March 9, 2012 5:23:07 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled No Words Are Needed to Connect with Your Pet:
Barbara said, " To see Frankie soaking up the sun warms me from my toes all the way to my head…. And my heart catches in my throat. Did you ever notice that often when you don’t speak, but just observe and appreciate, the depth of the bond between you and..." more
Friday, March 9, 2012 5:47:09 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Your Heart Will Lead the Way. Stand in Your Truth.:
Barbara said, " It arrived today!! My streaming pillow I ordered from artist Maria Wulf of Full Moon Fiber Arts – “Stand In Your Truth. Your Heart Will Lead the Way. Fly in Your Wisdom. The Crying Tree Knows Justice.” (close up shot of pillow..." more
Thursday, March 8, 2012 12:23:12 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Letting Go of Expectations:
Barbara said, "Kylie This past weekend I completed my Reiki II training. It was fascinating and intriguing. For those of you unfamiliar with Reiki it is a Japanese method of energy healing. Rei means universal (or higher source, God, etc) while ki means energy...." more
Thursday, March 8, 2012 6:35:14 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Bet I Can Make You Smile:
Barbara said, " Did it work???"
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 10:28:33 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Just Start:
Barbara said, " I’m often asked how to write a book. The simple and short of it is, just start. Sound too simple? Well, you really don’t need to make it complicated. We tend to do that. At least I did it – and still have to remind myself. At..." more
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 2:34:13 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Celebrating Dodgerslist – Come Join Us & Win Prizes!:
Barbara said, " I, for one, am eternally grateful to have discovered Dodgerslist when Frankie was diagnosed with Intervertebral Disc Disease on April 15th, 2006. They gave me hope and peace of mind that despite Frankie’s diagnoses she could lead a quality..." more
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 2:34:13 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Make Writing a Happy Habit:
Barbara said, " I’m a big fan of writing coach, Cynthia Morris and have taken advantage of many of the services she has offered. Being a writer can feel lonely at times as well as sometimes frustrating – or can leave you feeling inadequate –..." more
Monday, March 5, 2012 7:16:19 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Win a Set of Frankie’s Dress Up Magnet Sets:
Barbara said, " Thank you to Pet Blogs United and Pam and Oskar for sharing my story to help educate others about Intervertebral Disc Disease - education is key and saves lives. Stop on over and check out my story and leave a comment on the blog post for your..." more
Friday, March 2, 2012 1:20:22 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Pretty Packaging Brings Me Joy:
Barbara said, " About a week ago I ordered this hand made silk, crocheted scarf (on left) from Claudia at Mockingbird Hill Cottage. Isn’t it pretty? All this week I dreamt about what I would wear it with when it arrives! Today my scarf arrived! I was just..." more
Friday, March 2, 2012 10:26:27 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Helping Our Animal Friends with Reiki Healing:
Barbara said, " Photo: Flickr Creative Commons This weekend I’ll be taking my Reiki II training. My Reiki I training I took with Reiki Master, Jay and enjoyed it very much. For Reiki II I will be training with a woman who trained with the founder of Animal..." more
Thursday, March 1, 2012 8:46:27 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Following Inspiration Instead of Fear:
Barbara said, " Yesterday I finished another complete edit on my manuscript, Through Frankie’s Eyes. As I looked up from my computer, happy to have made it this far, I looked up to see Frankie looking at me. I couldn’t help but get tears in my eyes...." more
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 2:31:09 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Editing. Editing. Editing.:
Barbara said, " 33 more pages to go. Then my manuscript goes back to my editor. While in full editing mode I try to make the process as enjoyable as possible. Either I go to a nearby cafe’ or another favorite spot is curled in my big wicker chair in my..." more
Monday, February 27, 2012 1:11:07 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dogs Special Impact on a Deaf Boy:
Barbara said, " I’m always so grateful to people who take the time to share with me the impact Frankie and the books I wrote about her have had on them and their children. Today I received this wonderful email from Stacey Blecher in Creame Ridge,NJ. As you..." more
Sunday, February 26, 2012 5:24:43 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Being Willing to Give What We Most Hope to Get:
Barbara said, "I was really touched by this story from life coach Cheryl Richardson’s newsletter today. I just had to share. “I lost both my beloved kitties a year ago to renal failure. From following your weekly stories, I know you love your little..." more
Saturday, February 25, 2012 9:50:44 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Doing What Matters Today:
Barbara said, " When you reach the end of your life do you want to be one of the people who are glad they did, or one of the people who wish they had? Start doing the things today that will matter tomorrow. Don’t leave this world without giving it your all. The..." more
Friday, February 24, 2012 8:10:49 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Yoga and Spiders Don’t Mix:
Barbara said, " As I did a new Yoga DVD today I was reaching for my yoga strap to do a leg stretch. Just as I placed it around my foot I saw a big, black, creepy, crawly spider! I screamed and threw the strap to the side- chills ran down my spine. I don’t..." more
Thursday, February 23, 2012 5:54:56 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled The Answer To Life:
Barbara said, " Before I sit down to work on my new book, Through Frankie’s Eyes: One Woman’s Journey to Her Authentic Self and the Dog on Wheels Who Led the Way, I pour myself a cup of Yogi Tea. Each tea bag has an attached saying with it,..." more
Thursday, February 23, 2012 5:54:56 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled My Inspirational Bookcase:
Barbara said, " When I sit at my desk in my writing studio, all I have to do is look to my left for inspiration (and many times I look in front of me to see Frankie snoozing in the wicker chair)— This is what inspires me. My bookshelf holds all the..." more
Thursday, February 23, 2012 5:54:56 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Healing Old Wounds:
Barbara said, " Last night John and I attended our local chamber of commerce meeting. We are both very active in it and enjoy the people we have met. It has also benefited John’s construction business greatly—as well as gives me an opportunity now and then..." more
Thursday, February 23, 2012 5:54:56 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled The Animal Anthology Project- My Story Accepted!:
Barbara said, " A little over a year ago I submitted a story to The Animal Anthology Project about Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog as a therapy dog. I completely forgot about it, so was very surprised to find out today that my story was accepted out of 1,500..." more
Thursday, February 23, 2012 5:54:55 PM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled Author Barbara Techel & Artist Cassy Tully Team Up to Inspire Younger Generation:
Barbara said, " Local artist, Cassy Tully and I are very excited about our special and unique contest we are sponsoring. It is open to all third grade students in Sheboygan County school’s. Be positive, make a difference, and be creatively you! I love the..." more
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 8:39:37 AM
Barbara Techel wrote a blog post titled The Face Foundation – Financial Aid for Helping Your Pets:
Barbara said, " I recently discovered this resource, the Face Foundation and have added it to my resource page, but wanted to share it here too. Face Foundation: Many sick and injured pets are abandoned or euthanized because their owners are unable to cover the..." more