Marjorie R. Barlow, Ph.D.

Note from Marj–This post is written by Debra LeBlanc.  Debra and Barbara Morris are now administering this group.  (My intention is to create the future by wise succession planning–and this is turning out to be a good move!).  Debra writes so well, Barbara keeps up with the logistics and the two of them are excellent leaders of this group, which is still going strong since 1981.  Population shifts but the spirit remains.  Enjoy Debra’s narrative of the fabulous meeting at Mary Davis’ lovely townhome in Boerne, TX.  A good time was had by all.

from Debra:  Good Afternoon Wise Wonderful Women,

I hope you all had a wonderful Mothers’ Day week-end!! What a lovely day Sunday was!

We had a great turnout for our April meeting at Marys’ home in Boerne. Thirteen [13] awesome ladies came to share the excitement of not only getting together with one another, but also the royal wedding. In honor of both William & Kate and Mothers Day, we were treated to royalty as well. With a glass of champagne in hand, [9:30am] and twinkle Tiaras’ on our heads we toasted the newlyweds and  All Royal Mothers!! Thank You Mary for hosting us and for feeding all our hungry bellies!
You ladies looked ROYAL!!

I would first like to share with everyone the exciting award Marj has received at the Possible Woman Leadership Conference of 2011. The beautiful glass award is inscribed as follows:

““`Woman Of Inspiration Award 2011

““““`Dr. Marjorie R. Barlow
In recognition of your dauntless Vision,

dedication to Integrity and tireless Pursuit

of continuous Learning.
You are truly an Inspiration to all.

We couldn’t have said it any better. We are all so proud of you Marj and honored to be a part of your world!!

We also have another lady who is receiving a lot of recognition these days for her talents, Betty Shamel our very own Artist, Painter, Sculptor…

Betty will be the “Featured Artist” at the Rockport Center for the Arts, 902 Navigation Circle, Rockport Tx. June 11th- Aug 6th.

Opening Reception of Rockport Center for the Arts Poster Artist 2011

Betty Shamel
June 11th 5-7 pm
Artist’s Talk  4:30 pm   [Betty]
Poster and book signing to follow  [Betty]

Ladies, mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see what Betty has been doing this past year and why we have seen so little of her. You may also want to snatch up on some of her soon to be FAMOUS ARTWORK before we can’t afford it!!!!!
LOVE YOU GIRL!!! The book is amazing!!! Hugs, Hugs!!

WOW!! What an impressive group of Women!!

I went to visit Carol last month shortly after she moved in to her new home at The Meridian in Temple Tx. It is a lovely place and everything is so close by. Carol will certainly be spoiled with all the luxuries at her beckon call. Her sister Jean is just down the hall from her apt. Look out Temple!  I miss you in Pt. Aransas.

Prayers to Colleen and Bobby for the right person for the job.

Beryl was on a roll this day, quick, witty, funny, she had us in stitches,

My Dear Friends, I have noticed there is one very strong common denominator in our meetings these days… know what it is?
Laughter…Loud, Raucous, Tears streaming, Nose blowing, Belly holding, Legs squeezed together, OMG!   LAUGHTER!!!
It is so Wonderfully Healthy, Invigorating, Exhausting, and down right FUN!!!!
Marj, you offered to teach us Laughter Yoga… does it get any better than this??

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS MAKE IT TO THE EXXON STATION!! hahahahaha

I miss all of you who are unable to attend our little get togethers for whatever reason. I know how busy everyone is. We have such a great time sharing with one another,  being a sounding board when needing to vent, cheering section for encouragement, loving hugs when needing comfort, and so much much more. It is very difficult for me to sum it all up in this little newsletter.  We try hard to schedule our meetings with plenty of notice so as many as possible can secure a spot on their very busy calenders.  Please make note,  We will not be meeting in May. Our next meeting will be held at the
Padre Isles Country Club in Corpus Christi on Sat. June 25th,hosted by Carol Woodfin.
Yes, that is a Saturday.
Come plan to spend a little time on the island… girls get-away weekend???? I can help with finding  accommodations. Let me know if you need a place to stay, how long, how many.
Don’t forget Betty’s show goes until Aug 6th, we could car pool over together.
What an entrance we could make, Look out Betty!!!!

“IT IS WHAT IT IS “

Have a wonderful May and I hope to see you all at the beach in June… no bikinis allowed!!!

Love N Hugs to each,
Debra

Note from Marj:  The following is an abbreviated version of Debra’s incredible account of our meeting this week.  I am so grateful to the young women, Barbara and Debra, who have pitched in to help out on the necessary details of keeping this group going.  We have met continuously since 1981.  The population has shifted over the years but the culture is still outrageously edgy!  Thank you, Wise Women of South Texas.

e-mail from Debra:

WOOWWW!!!!!!

Wild Open Outrageous Wise Wonderful Women!!!!

What a meeting this was!!  I LOVED IT!!!!!!   LAUGHTER !!!!!!
True,  Deep,  In  The  Belly,  LAUGHTER!!!!!!!     Thank You All!!!!!

Ladies, I have to tell you, this morning I woke up and my tummy muscles were feeling a little sore!! hmmmmmm…. what could this possibly be from…. then it dawned on me, yesterdays deep belly laughs!!! Yep, that’s right, laughter!! We all know how good it is for us to laugh, makes us feel better right? Well, now we have another reason to laugh,  tummy muscles!!  No more sit-ups, belly crunches…ugggghhhh…. just laugh!!!! I didn’t even know those muscles were still in there it’s been such a long time since I’ve seen them [or felt them! hahaha] So here it is ladies, forget the crunches,  have yourself a good laugh every day and I’ll bet before you know it you’ll be looking at a six pack!!!  Ok, maybe not a six pack…. but you just never know….  As Marj would say,” visualize the outcome”,    flat tight washboard abs!!!! [I can dream it can't I?]  If nothing else, you’ll feel great!!

Marj, Thank You for hosting us in your home this month, as always it was warm and comfortable, obviously too comfy since we didn’t break-up until 3:00!! Parting is so difficult!!  Also, it was a brown bag lunch affair, but the spread you put out was  wonderful and unexpected!! Thank You, Thank You! You can clean your refrigerator out for me anytime!!

Recommended reading:
1] The 21 Day Consciousness Cleanse by Debbie Ford
2] Getting Into The Vortex (meditation CD) by Esther and Jerry Hicks
3] The Millionth Circle by Jean Bolen
4]  Goddesses In Everywoman by Jean Bolen
4] Sex At Dawn ”The Prehistoric Origin of Modern Sexuality”
by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jetha
5] Thrive by Dan Buettner
6] You Only Die Once by Margie Jenkins

Recommended Movies:
1] The Kings Speech
2] Lars And The Real Girl

Recommended Web Sites for “FUN”
Google
1] Good Vibrations
2] Time For Me

Quick summary of meeting:
1] Happiness is a choice!!
2] Turn a negative thought into a positive by visualizing a positive ending.
3] Where do I get my inspiration?
4] Look for the opposite of what you don’t like or want and that will help you decide what
you do want.
5] Make a 90 item “Wish List” or less, you can always add to it.
6] New word   “DESIRE”   Think about it…
7] Homework for next meeting:
What is your Passion? Where do you get your Inspiration?
8] Teleconference Mon. Jan. 17 @ 7:30 pm with Jean Houston FREE!!! look at your last email
from Marj
9] Recipe from Marj for life:
Think Positive Thoughts,  Drink Plenty of  Water,  Breathe In Breathe Out!
Sounds pretty simple Eh? Try It!!!

My apology to Mary for a mistake I made on my last newsletter… She DID make the hike in Colorado ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP!!!!! I should have known better. Keep it going girlfriend!!

(Private conversations are omitted)

Mark your calenders now ladies for next months meeting  will be held in “Heaven”, yes you heard it right, “Heaven”! We will be meeting out in Wimberly at the Red Corral Ranch on Fri. Feb.18. Friday night is Full Moon!!!!!!!!  Thank You in advance Colleen, our little Angel, we are so excited!!!

My new Motto ….     ” It Is What It Is” helps  me to handle  “IT”!

Well my Dear Wise Wonderful Friends, Thank You each and everyone for sharing your heart, your stories, and your unconditional love for each other. We are so blessed to have this magnificent group of women to share our life with. I am eternally grateful and humbled to be a part of something so awesome!!!

Sending you each Warm Hugs,
Loving you,
Debra

Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.

Hug someone new today!