Do you think of yourself as a spiritual person?  Most people do not.  They honestly feel spiritually disqualified by their lack of prayer.  Some people try to suppress these feelings of spiritual lack by rationalizing.  They say, "I don't need to spend specific time praying, I pray along the way - throughout my day."  This may be true, and Scripture does teach us to "pray continually." (1 Thessalonians 5:17)  However, sometimes those who say they…

Yeah it sounds nice when they tell it ... but so that everyone knows...  

When children are young, we ask them what they want to be when they grow up.  When leaders cast vision for their organization, they describe what they want they want to become.  Life is very much about "becoming," and making the needed adjustments along the way.

How did Tom Brady become Tom Brady, one of the winningest quarterbacks of all…

As Realtors we frequently hear the question "hows the market". And our reply is generally "pretty strong". Most people seem surprised by this response.

Just this past weekend a single family home came on the market at…

http://jamaicaplain.patch.com/articles/comment-period-extended-for-casey-overpass

If you haven't made your thoughts known, you now have more time to do so! Speak up, neighbors—this is a big project, and people fought hard to prevent this from being rushed through, so let's make sure we honor that work by taking advantage of this opportunity to let our opinions be known. 

Tis the seaon to be Jolly but not if your home or car gets broken into.  We have seen an increase of residential and vehicle breaking and entering.  We are seeing a lot of electronics stolen, especially laptops from homes.  Macs are very popular.  We advise keeping your laptops and other valuables out of plain sight and secured while you are away from home. Many of the recent breaks have occured through unlocked side windows. 

Call 911 to report suspicious…

When was the last time you were seriously caught off guard?  Possibly a large bill came that you weren't expecting, or maybe it was an illness, or you had an accident.  You could have been called on to make a presentation, or train someone, or give an account - for which you were not prepared.  Maybe it was a positive surprise, possibly someone sent you a gift or expressed love that you had not expected.…

What comes out of you when you are not trying to control yourself? What most naturally comes out of your heart and mouth when your guard is down, or when you are too worn to put up a fight? What is your immediate reaction to life's circumstances? In other words, what is most entrenched in your soul?

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From the Woburn Patch

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Hey neighbors,

I miss you guys a lot, and DC is treated me well so far. I enjoy the 6 block commute as apposed to the relentless flights to DC. I've made some new friends and am definitely enjoying the warm weather, still....

I'm posting because I thought you might be interested a live stream I am hosting on Thursday at 12:30 pm on GovLoop.com with the folks from Challenge.gov. Challenge.gov is a place where "we the people"…

Representative Malia's office received notice that on Monday, November 7th there will be a community meeting to discuss the proposals for the relocation of BPS schools in the fall of 2012 to the Agassiz School building. The meeting will be from 5:30 -- 7:30 pm in the Agassiz. Please call Mary Ann Crayton in the BPS Office of Community Engagement if you have any questions (617) 635-6771.

Similar to local Emergency Alert System tests, this test is scheduled for November 9, 2011

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The national test will occur on Wednesday, November 9 at 9 a.m.…

Collaborate and Innovate

They say that the “Great Recession” officially ended in the second quarter of 2009, and for the many CEOs who raked in an average of $10 million in 2010, this would seem to be the case.  

But…

A press release I received this morning:

Jamaica Plain, Mass., (October 31, 2011) – Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM), the world’s leading natural and organic supermarket and America’s first national certified organic grocer, opened the doors of the newest location, in Jamaica Plain, today. 

The store, which spans more than 13,700 square feet and employs 104 full and part time team members will offer the Jamaica Plain community access to the freshest and…

Anyone know if children will be trick or treating either tomorrow (Sun.) or Monday later than 6pm? I have tons of candy but work full-time!  

Just heard about this urban chicken workshop in Roslindale on Saturday. Maybe I'll see you there!

~Lisa

From Mindy Harris, mindy@nofamass.org Oct…

The Roslindale Community Center still has some openings. 

Pre-K "Tiny Tots" mornings 8 Am to 12 noon 2, 3, or 5 day programs.

After School day care, Grades K1-K2 about 10 openings.  2 Pm to 6 PM, M-F, Vouchers accepted. 

Grades 1-5 (ages 6-12 yrs) 2 Pm to 6 PM, M-F, about 6-7 seats available.  Vouchers accepted.

All programs EEC certified.

See:  www.roslindalecc.org and…

Neighbors, Friends, this just in: Our opportunity to honor those we've lost and a chance to help those they left behind. Please read on to find out how.

—Lisa Vaas, Moderator

Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month: One Voice: From City Hall to the State House

Enacted in 2000, Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month is an annual observance for survivor of homicide victims held November…