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Monday, January 28, 2008

Super Bowl XLII

Did you know that Super Bowl I was on January 15, 1967 in Los Angeles, California. Green Bay Packers stomped the Kansas City Chiefs 35 to 10. The University of Arizona and Michigan Bands performed the National Anthem and the Half Time show.



Wow...have we come a long way. The entertainment, commercials and costs have blown up. Other mega superstar entertainers throughout the years have included U2, Janet Jackson, Diana Ross, Tony Bennett and many more. Be prepared to be entertained by Tom Petty this year!



Do you know how many times the Dallas Cowboys have been to the Super Bowl? Submit your answer and if correct, you'll be entered to win a $100 drawing. The drawing will be held the Friday before the Super Bowl.
Monday, January 21, 2008

National Get Organized Month

Did you know that January is Get Organized Month? Organization is one of the big secrets of success. Many of struggle with where to begin or how to get started. We found 6 tips to help you get organized for '08...

  1. Do it in the first place - People who are well prepared to deal with the world do a much better job of it. They often have more time, are more relaxed and have greater success. This is an obvious point and one that you'll suffer from if you ignore it. Getting organized is worth the bother.

  2. Be organized about being organized - Organizing your tasks and information obviously uses time and resources, so it's only worth doing if there's a bigger payoff at the end of it. The benefit you get from creating order must be greater than the time and resources you spend. Otherwise, there's no point.

  3. Keep the goal in mind - Organize around one specific goal and be ruthless about not letting anything else distract you from it. Keep this goal as straightforward as possible.

  4. Spend most of your effort on the most important task - Always concentrate ruthlessly on achieving the most important task. Put most of your time and resources towards it and not other distractions. Prioritize, in other words. Remember that trying to do everything often leads to achieving nothing. Keep secondary tasks in mind, but devote less time and resources to achieving them. You can always come back to them later.

  5. Keep it simple - Good organization is rarely complex. Plan what you want to do in the easiest and least complicated way possible. If you find yourself getting confused, or confusing others, then it's probably time to start slashing away some of your processes and ideas. Keep it simple to make it successful.

  6. Get started early - Working steadily towards your goal is a much better strategy than a last minute dash towards the finish line. Whether it's a task at work, going to the airport to catch a plane, or planning an event - get started early. Surprise people with how on top of it you are.

Getting organized doesn't have to be too difficult and makes life a little less hectic. For more information visit: http://www.paulstips.com/brainbox/pt/home.nsf/$all/950A9DB3B517D4ACCA25714900361027?opendocument

Monday, January 14, 2008

Murder Mystery Dinner

Looking for something different and exciting to do for date night? Try attending a murder mystery dinner. Tickets for the January 19th show are on sale now at the Old Bedford School House.



"Real Murder" January 19th from 7:00 pm-10:00pm



Reality gets turned upside down, when famous "Reality Show" celebrities turn up for what they think is a taping of their new shows. When reality show star and billionaire Ronald Rump ends up dead, the simple life of these celebrities turns into a game of survivor!"
Monday, January 7, 2008

Happy New Year!!

The Arbors of Central Park wants to wish each and every resident a very Happy New Year! We hope that 2008 is a spectacular year and everyone can fulfill their New Year's Resolutions. Here are some helpful tips to keep those resolutions all year long:
  1. Be Realistic - The surest way to fall short of your goal is to make your goal unattainable. Strive for a goal that is attainable, such as avoiding it more often than you do now.
  2. Plan Ahead - Don't make your resolution on New Year's Eve. If you wait until the last minute, it will be based on your mindset that particular day. Instead, it should be planned well before December 31 arrives.
  3. Outline Your Plan - Decide how you will deal with the temptation to skip that exercise class or have one more cigarette. This could include calling on a friend for help, practicing positive thinking and self-talk.
  4. Make a "Pro" and "Con" List - It may help to see a list of items on paper to keep your motivation strong. Develop this list over time, and ask others to contribute to it. Keep your list with you and refer to it when you need help keeping your resolve.
  5. Talk About It - Don't keep your resolution a secret. Tell friends and family members who will be there to support your resolve to change yourself for the better or improve your health. The best case scenario is to find yourself a buddy who shares your New Year's resolution and motivate each other.
  6. Reward Yourself - This doesn't mean that you can eat an entire box of chocolates if your resolution is to diet. Instead, celebrate your success by treating yourself to something that you enjoy that does not contradict your resolution. If you've been sticking to your promise to eat better, for example, perhaps your reward could be going to a movie with a friend.
  7. Track Your Progress - Keep track of each small success you make toward reaching your larger goal. Short-term goals are easier to keep, and small accomplishments will help keep you motivated. Instead of focusing on losing 30 pounds, say, focus on losing that first 5.
  8. Don't Beat Yourself Up - Obsessing over the occasional slip won't help you achieve your goal. Do the best you can each day, and take each day one at a time.
  9. Stick To It - Experts say it takes about 21 days for a new activity, such as exercising, to become a habit, and 6 months for it to become part of your personality. Your new healthful habits will become second-nature in no time.
  10. Keep Trying - If your resolution has totally run out of steam by mid-February, don't despair. Start over again! There's no reason you can't make a "New Year's resolution" any time of year.

We got our tips from the following website and if you need more information visit: http://ibdcrohns.about.com/cs/mentalhealth/a/newyearresolve.htm

Good Luck!



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