We, the Lashin family, didn’t just want to start a home business, we wanted to make a difference. So we decided to combine the power of our home business, network marketing, and charitable giving to help some of the poorest people in the world. We made a trip to Bali to show our love and compassion for our fellow man, and were greeted with genuine love and hospitality. This was made possible through our unique approach to home business, which allows us to earn an income and donate to charity at the same time.
We gave poor families in Bali enough rice to feed them for a month, along with pencils and other essential school supplies. We also donated bags of clothes to an children’s orphanage. These simple gifts were met with praise and thanksgiving. Imagine what a small investment on your part, or the part of your business, could do for the people of this poverty stricken nation! We mobilized our home business in an unique manner which allowed us to donate funds and food to the citizens of Bali in a never before seen manner.
We feel we are changing the way network marketing works, by adding a charitable element to our lives on not only a business level, but a personal level. It’s easier than ever to change the world, just one person at a time.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Making a Difference in Bali, Indonesia
My husband Anan & I have always wanted to make a difference & help others and last year we we were introduced to an amazing NEW company based in USA. This company is changing the way home-based business owners make money. They are also revolutionizing the ways charitable funds are generated, mobilized, and used to help solve many of the world’s humanitarian and environmental challenges efficiently.
It combines the power of network marketing-Direct sales with a contribution factor that is allowing us to help those who are not yet is the position to help themselves. I now have the opportunity of being able to combine my Entrepreneurial spirit with my desire to make a positive contribution to this world.
Since we joined in April 2010 we had such a strong desire inside us to BE more involved in philanthropic events on a more personal level. It has changed us in a way that is undescribable, we really know now that every little bit counts and that GIVING is very simple & rewarding. Last year, to celebrate my 40th birthday my husband Anan, 4 year old daughter Rhianna & I traveled to Bali for 3 weeks. It wasn’t like most a trip full of shopping, beaches & fancy hotels like many, it was so much MORE! During that time we traveled all over the island and in Changu we visited a childrens orphanage and we also visted the poorest villages in Lovina.
I bagged up ten kilograms of Rhianna’s smaller clothes, as well as some of her old toys, books & stationary items. We connected with the orphange prior to our departure and arranged a day to visit and meet the children. (some pics attached)
We were very fortunate to be escorted by some members of the ‘Helen Flavel Foundation’. These kind gentlemen drove us around to visit some really 3 poor families where we donated 25 kg of rice and also some clothes and toys for the children. It was a very humbling and emotional experience for me. I had tears. How lucky we are to live in Australia. these families lived in slums, there biggest investment was their pig. Yet they still greeted us with hugs & smiles. (pics attached)
I have learnt so much from this experience.
1. That is is very simple research on the internet and locate information and places in need of help.
2. Everyone wants to make a difference, you just have to have that strong desire and take action.
3. Through being aligned with this company I have become a better person, a more giving person.
4. You learn to become GRATEFUL and appreciate what you have.
5. My 4 year old has learnt so much more about Bali and its culture. Bali was her 9th country to visit. Your children can too!
6. We are leaving a great legacy for our child and what amazing values we are teaching her.
7. When travelling, don’t stick to the normal touristy schedule, be courageous and really SEE how the people LIVE!
8. When you really learn more about the culture, you respect it more.
9. We never complain about food anymore, I am grateful to have 3 meals a day
10. I will give more whenever I can, not only when we travel, because giving is so rewarding & and we are spreading love & happiness and more importantly we are touching someones LIFE!
Mother Theresa says “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.”
We are going to Israel & Thailand in April 2011 where we will once again give back to those less fortunate and make a difference.
And our big goal set for next year, we will travel the world with our portable home business and make a difference wherever we go!
For more information on our philanthropy business visit http://www.makeadifferencetoday.info
Peace, Linda Lashin
It combines the power of network marketing-Direct sales with a contribution factor that is allowing us to help those who are not yet is the position to help themselves. I now have the opportunity of being able to combine my Entrepreneurial spirit with my desire to make a positive contribution to this world.
Since we joined in April 2010 we had such a strong desire inside us to BE more involved in philanthropic events on a more personal level. It has changed us in a way that is undescribable, we really know now that every little bit counts and that GIVING is very simple & rewarding. Last year, to celebrate my 40th birthday my husband Anan, 4 year old daughter Rhianna & I traveled to Bali for 3 weeks. It wasn’t like most a trip full of shopping, beaches & fancy hotels like many, it was so much MORE! During that time we traveled all over the island and in Changu we visited a childrens orphanage and we also visted the poorest villages in Lovina.
I bagged up ten kilograms of Rhianna’s smaller clothes, as well as some of her old toys, books & stationary items. We connected with the orphange prior to our departure and arranged a day to visit and meet the children. (some pics attached)
We were very fortunate to be escorted by some members of the ‘Helen Flavel Foundation’. These kind gentlemen drove us around to visit some really 3 poor families where we donated 25 kg of rice and also some clothes and toys for the children. It was a very humbling and emotional experience for me. I had tears. How lucky we are to live in Australia. these families lived in slums, there biggest investment was their pig. Yet they still greeted us with hugs & smiles. (pics attached)
I have learnt so much from this experience.
1. That is is very simple research on the internet and locate information and places in need of help.
2. Everyone wants to make a difference, you just have to have that strong desire and take action.
3. Through being aligned with this company I have become a better person, a more giving person.
4. You learn to become GRATEFUL and appreciate what you have.
5. My 4 year old has learnt so much more about Bali and its culture. Bali was her 9th country to visit. Your children can too!
6. We are leaving a great legacy for our child and what amazing values we are teaching her.
7. When travelling, don’t stick to the normal touristy schedule, be courageous and really SEE how the people LIVE!
8. When you really learn more about the culture, you respect it more.
9. We never complain about food anymore, I am grateful to have 3 meals a day
10. I will give more whenever I can, not only when we travel, because giving is so rewarding & and we are spreading love & happiness and more importantly we are touching someones LIFE!
Mother Theresa says “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.”
We are going to Israel & Thailand in April 2011 where we will once again give back to those less fortunate and make a difference.
And our big goal set for next year, we will travel the world with our portable home business and make a difference wherever we go!
For more information on our philanthropy business visit http://www.makeadifferencetoday.info
Peace, Linda Lashin
The Brick
A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street, going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar.
He was watching for kids darting out from between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.
As his car passed, no children appeared.
Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag's side door! He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.
The angry driver then jumped out of the
car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up against a parked car shouting,
'What was that all about and who are you?
Just what the heck are you doing?
That's a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money.
Why did you do it?'
The young boy was apologetic.
'Please, mister...please, I'm sorry but
I didn't know what else to do,' He pleaded.
'I threw the brick because no one else would stop...' With tears dripping down his face the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car.
'It's my brother, 'he said 'He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can't lift him up.'
Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, 'Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He's hurt and
he's too heavy for me.'
Moved beyond words,
the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling
lump in his throat He hurriedly lifted the
handicapped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be okay.
'Thank you and may God bless
you,' the grateful child told the stranger.
Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home.
It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar.
The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message:
'Don't go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!'
God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts. Sometimes when we don't have time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us. It's our choice to listen or not.
He was watching for kids darting out from between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.
As his car passed, no children appeared.
Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag's side door! He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.
The angry driver then jumped out of the
car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up against a parked car shouting,
'What was that all about and who are you?
Just what the heck are you doing?
That's a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money.
Why did you do it?'
The young boy was apologetic.
'Please, mister...please, I'm sorry but
I didn't know what else to do,' He pleaded.
'I threw the brick because no one else would stop...' With tears dripping down his face the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car.
'It's my brother, 'he said 'He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can't lift him up.'
Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, 'Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He's hurt and
he's too heavy for me.'
Moved beyond words,
the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling
lump in his throat He hurriedly lifted the
handicapped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be okay.
'Thank you and may God bless
you,' the grateful child told the stranger.
Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home.
It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar.
The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message:
'Don't go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!'
God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts. Sometimes when we don't have time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us. It's our choice to listen or not.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Make The Choice!
You can live a life where you have the time to soak in the precious moments, to choose what you want to do with your time and to have the income that provides security for you and your family.
Take a few minutes to watch this video and then give us a call so we can help you get started.
http://www.successin90days.com
Your username is: unlimited
password is: freedom
Take a few minutes to watch this video and then give us a call so we can help you get started.
http://www.successin90days.com
Your username is: unlimited
password is: freedom
Friday, October 22, 2010
Twelve differences between those who dream and those who act
1.Wanna-be's obsess about ideas. Entrepreneurs obsess about implementation. Don't get stuck in Analysis Paralysis. Look at what the top income producers are doing and copy them. No need to re-invent the wheel.
2.Wanna-be's want more web traffic. Entrepreneurs focus on sales conversion. Use a marketing system that closes the sales FOR you! You do not want to be a sales person. You also want a system that will do this for your new members as well, giving you the ability to earn ridiculous amounts of residual income.
3.Wanna-be's focus on positive thinking. Entrepreneurs plan for multiple contingencies. Positive thinking is important but you are not a Jedi, yet. You cannot move things with your mind or conjure money out of thin air. Positive thinking will only get you so far. You must have Positive thinking combined with specific, targeted action.
4.Wanna-be's want to get on TV and get "famous." Entrepreneurs build their businesses and their list. Let the ego go. Your only goal is to make as much money as possible as quickly as possible. This will inspire others to do the same.
5.Wanna-be's seek a perfect plan and wait for the perfect time. Entrepreneurs execute and take action when they see an opportunity. Entrepreneurs accept educated risk and are able to make big decisions quickly once they have all the information. Make a decision and take some risk. No successful entrepreneur accomplished any significant by playing it safe!
6.Wanna-be's wait for their lucky break. Entrepreneurs take responsibility and create their OWN circumstances.
7.Wanna-be's fear looking stupid in front of their friends. Entrepreneurs willingly risk making fools of themselves, knowing that long-term success is a good trade for short-term loss of image. Don't listen to your friends and family-They are BROKE. They have zero credibility as far as financial decisions are concerned. Surround yourself with people who have results and do what they do. This is the only way to fast track your wealth.
8.Wanna-be's shield their precious ideas from harsh reality, postponing the verdict of success or failure until 'someday.' Entrepreneurs expose their ideas to cold reality as soon as reasonably possible. Don't be afraid to look stupid. That is just ego screwing with you. One way to know you are on the right track is when you lose anything in common with all of your brokes friends and family. They don't count, unless you want their results! PERIOD!
9.Wanna-be's put off practicing basketball until they've got Air Jordan's. Entrepreneurs practice barefoot behind the garage. Stop waiting for the perfect time, the perfect opportunity, the perfect situation. Take decisive action now and stop procrastinating.
10.Wanna-be's believe what they're told. Entrepreneurs do original research and make their own decisions. Do your due diligence and follow you gut. It will rarely lead you astray.
11.Wanna-be's believe they can do anything. Entrepreneurs use systems and technology to solve the variables that most people struggle with.
12.Wanna-be's think about the world in terms of COULD and SHOULD. Entrepreneurs think in terms of IS and CAN BE.
You can have it all if you really believe you can. Figure out who you are, what you want, and stop settling for less!
Contact Linda on 0433544328 OR Anan on 0427011003.
OR visit our website at http://www.highway2wealth.info/
2.Wanna-be's want more web traffic. Entrepreneurs focus on sales conversion. Use a marketing system that closes the sales FOR you! You do not want to be a sales person. You also want a system that will do this for your new members as well, giving you the ability to earn ridiculous amounts of residual income.
3.Wanna-be's focus on positive thinking. Entrepreneurs plan for multiple contingencies. Positive thinking is important but you are not a Jedi, yet. You cannot move things with your mind or conjure money out of thin air. Positive thinking will only get you so far. You must have Positive thinking combined with specific, targeted action.
4.Wanna-be's want to get on TV and get "famous." Entrepreneurs build their businesses and their list. Let the ego go. Your only goal is to make as much money as possible as quickly as possible. This will inspire others to do the same.
5.Wanna-be's seek a perfect plan and wait for the perfect time. Entrepreneurs execute and take action when they see an opportunity. Entrepreneurs accept educated risk and are able to make big decisions quickly once they have all the information. Make a decision and take some risk. No successful entrepreneur accomplished any significant by playing it safe!
6.Wanna-be's wait for their lucky break. Entrepreneurs take responsibility and create their OWN circumstances.
7.Wanna-be's fear looking stupid in front of their friends. Entrepreneurs willingly risk making fools of themselves, knowing that long-term success is a good trade for short-term loss of image. Don't listen to your friends and family-They are BROKE. They have zero credibility as far as financial decisions are concerned. Surround yourself with people who have results and do what they do. This is the only way to fast track your wealth.
8.Wanna-be's shield their precious ideas from harsh reality, postponing the verdict of success or failure until 'someday.' Entrepreneurs expose their ideas to cold reality as soon as reasonably possible. Don't be afraid to look stupid. That is just ego screwing with you. One way to know you are on the right track is when you lose anything in common with all of your brokes friends and family. They don't count, unless you want their results! PERIOD!
9.Wanna-be's put off practicing basketball until they've got Air Jordan's. Entrepreneurs practice barefoot behind the garage. Stop waiting for the perfect time, the perfect opportunity, the perfect situation. Take decisive action now and stop procrastinating.
10.Wanna-be's believe what they're told. Entrepreneurs do original research and make their own decisions. Do your due diligence and follow you gut. It will rarely lead you astray.
11.Wanna-be's believe they can do anything. Entrepreneurs use systems and technology to solve the variables that most people struggle with.
12.Wanna-be's think about the world in terms of COULD and SHOULD. Entrepreneurs think in terms of IS and CAN BE.
You can have it all if you really believe you can. Figure out who you are, what you want, and stop settling for less!
Contact Linda on 0433544328 OR Anan on 0427011003.
OR visit our website at http://www.highway2wealth.info/
How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as when one problem was solved, a new one arose.
Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to boil. In the first she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and in the last she placed ground coffee beans. She let them sit and boil; without saying a word.
In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the coffee out and placed it in a bowl. Turning to her daughter, she asked, "Tell me what you see."
"Carrots, eggs, and coffee," she replied.
Her mother brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that they were soft.
The mother then asked the daughter to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard boiled egg.
Finally, the mother asked the daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted its rich aroma. The daughter then asked, "What does it mean, mother?"
Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity: boiling water. Each reacted differently.
The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak.
The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior, but after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened.
However, the ground coffee beans were unique. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water.
"Which are you?" she asked her daughter. When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg,or a coffee bean?"
Think of this: Which am I?
Am I the carrot that seems strong, but with pain and adversity do I wilt and become soft and lose my strength?
Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart?
Or am I like the coffee bean? The bean actually changes the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor. If you are like the bean, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you. When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate yourself to another level?
How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best~of everything; they just make the most of everything that comes along their way. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past; you can't go forward in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches. When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so at the end, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.
Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to boil. In the first she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and in the last she placed ground coffee beans. She let them sit and boil; without saying a word.
In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the coffee out and placed it in a bowl. Turning to her daughter, she asked, "Tell me what you see."
"Carrots, eggs, and coffee," she replied.
Her mother brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that they were soft.
The mother then asked the daughter to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard boiled egg.
Finally, the mother asked the daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted its rich aroma. The daughter then asked, "What does it mean, mother?"
Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity: boiling water. Each reacted differently.
The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak.
The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior, but after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened.
However, the ground coffee beans were unique. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water.
"Which are you?" she asked her daughter. When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg,or a coffee bean?"
Think of this: Which am I?
Am I the carrot that seems strong, but with pain and adversity do I wilt and become soft and lose my strength?
Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart?
Or am I like the coffee bean? The bean actually changes the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor. If you are like the bean, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you. When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate yourself to another level?
How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best~of everything; they just make the most of everything that comes along their way. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past; you can't go forward in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches. When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so at the end, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.
I PRAY YOU ENOUGH:
Recently, I overheard a mother and daughter in their last moments together at the airport.
They had announced the departure.
Standing near the security gate, they hugged, and the mother said, 'I love you, and I pray you enough.
' The daughter replied, 'Mom, our life together has been more than enough.
Your love is all I ever needed. I pray you enough, too, Mom.' They kissed, and the daughter left.
The mother walked over to the window where I was seated.
Standing there, I could see she wanted and needed to cry.
I tried not to intrude on her privacy, but she welcomed me in by asking, 'Did you ever say good-bye to someone knowing it would be forever?'
Yes, I have,' I replied. 'Forgive me for asking, but why is this a forever good-bye?'
'Well...I'm not as young as I once was, she lives so far away & has her own busy life.
I have some challenges ahead, and the reality is - her next trip back will be for my funeral,' she said. 'When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, 'I pray you enough.'
May I ask what that means?'
She began to smile.'
That's a prayer that has been handed down from other generations.
My parents used to say it to everyone.'
She paused a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it in detail, and she smiled even more.
'When we said, 'I pray you enough,' we wanted the other person to have a life filled with just enough good things to sustain them.'
Then, turning toward me, she shared the following as if she were reciting it from memory.
I pray you enough sun to keep your attitude bright no matter how gray the day may appear.
I pray you enough rain to appreciate the sun even more.
I pray you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive and everlasting.
I pray you enough pain so that even the smallest of joys in life may appear bigger.
I pray you enough gain to satisfy your wanting..
I pray you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I pray you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.
Then, she began to cry, and walked away.
They say, it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, a day to love them, but an entire life to forget them. *
To all my friends and loved ones, I PRAY YOU ENOUGH....... HAVE A BLEESED DAY……. Peace & Joy always, Linda Lashin
They had announced the departure.
Standing near the security gate, they hugged, and the mother said, 'I love you, and I pray you enough.
' The daughter replied, 'Mom, our life together has been more than enough.
Your love is all I ever needed. I pray you enough, too, Mom.' They kissed, and the daughter left.
The mother walked over to the window where I was seated.
Standing there, I could see she wanted and needed to cry.
I tried not to intrude on her privacy, but she welcomed me in by asking, 'Did you ever say good-bye to someone knowing it would be forever?'
Yes, I have,' I replied. 'Forgive me for asking, but why is this a forever good-bye?'
'Well...I'm not as young as I once was, she lives so far away & has her own busy life.
I have some challenges ahead, and the reality is - her next trip back will be for my funeral,' she said. 'When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, 'I pray you enough.'
May I ask what that means?'
She began to smile.'
That's a prayer that has been handed down from other generations.
My parents used to say it to everyone.'
She paused a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it in detail, and she smiled even more.
'When we said, 'I pray you enough,' we wanted the other person to have a life filled with just enough good things to sustain them.'
Then, turning toward me, she shared the following as if she were reciting it from memory.
I pray you enough sun to keep your attitude bright no matter how gray the day may appear.
I pray you enough rain to appreciate the sun even more.
I pray you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive and everlasting.
I pray you enough pain so that even the smallest of joys in life may appear bigger.
I pray you enough gain to satisfy your wanting..
I pray you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I pray you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.
Then, she began to cry, and walked away.
They say, it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, a day to love them, but an entire life to forget them. *
To all my friends and loved ones, I PRAY YOU ENOUGH....... HAVE A BLEESED DAY……. Peace & Joy always, Linda Lashin
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