In some ways, every day, we consciously set our intentions and then turn them into our preferred result. Examples would be: foods we prefer, the quickest way to get somewhere, a desire to see a certain movie, etc. If we don't like something we change it and move on until we get what we prefer.

We can apply this to a bigger part of our life - what is it that we exactly prefer to have in our life? A preferred experience like - better health, more abundance, romance, being relaxed and at ease, etc.

This is a simple exercise I just read about that makes sense. By practicing this it helps you to gain your preferred experience.

1. Take a deep breath in...As you exhale, say: "It would be nice if...(State your preferred result)". Now visualize that possibility and how nice it is. You are now tuning in to this possibility.

2. Take a deep breath in...As you exhale say: "How nice it will be to...(State your preferred result)". Now tell yourself "How nice it is that this is possible". You are now tapping into this possibility.

3. Take a deep breath in...As you exhale say: "How nice IT IS to...(State your preferred result)". Now, really feel how nice it is, knowing it is possible. You are now locking onto this possibility.

Notice how you feel when you complete this and go about your day.

Debbie Amon

Before you file your income taxes you need to make sure you learn about all the legal home based business deductions available to you. The tax law changes frequently, this has recently resulted in even more deduction options for you.

Here’s something you probably don’t know about - you can actually amend past tax returns (for a certain number of years) for deductions you failed to ask for at the time.

In today’s economy for those people who work at a job it is a good idea to also have a part time Home Based Business (HBB) for 3 reasons:
1.Additiona l Income
2.Have a back up plan in case of job loss
3.The tax savings (the savings alone can pay for any costs for your HBB)

Home based business tax deductions can increase your tax refund by about $3,500. - $6.000. per year. For someone who has a traditional job they are loosing money by not adding a part time HBB.

According to the IRS the 3 basic requirements to qualify it as a HBB are:
1.Working it at least 3 – 4 hours per week.
2.Working it with an intent to profit
3.Keeping good records.

I heard a webinar put on by Dr. Ron Mueller. Dr Mueller has spent 10 years saving TENS of THOUSANDS of Home Business Owners MILLIONS of Dollars on their Income Taxes. He has written the best selling book entitled “Home Business Tax Savings Made Easy”. Make no mistake - what he teaches will benefit you. Take a look at his site to learn about the best way to save thousands on your home based business tax deductions – click here.

For example: Here are some of the home based business deductions available to you. (Please note: I am not a tax advisor and I recommend visiting Ron Mueller’s site for professional advice.)

• Business use of your home (home office). – You may be aware that you can write off the space used for your home office. You may not be aware that it does not have to be a separate room. It can be a visually identifiable space, i.e. an area in the corner with a desk & computer.
• Your Personal Vehicle. - There are 2 options for deductions. Either .55 cents per mile OR a % of the actual operating costs. As far as mileage records go they should include the destination and the purpose. You also need to record your personal miles, no need to include a purpose for them. You only need to keep records for a typical 90 day period, then it’s not necessary to continue the rest of the year.
• Out of Pocket Health Care Costs. - 100% of ALL out of pocket costs for entire family.

That’s just the tip of the iceberg, there are many more details and deductions that I have not covered which you can learn from Mr. Mueller. And best of all, he offers simple software that keeps you organized to save you time.

With that in mind, don’t throw any more of your hard earned money away! Visit
Mr. Mueller’s site - to make sure you get all the home based business deductions you deserve.

Debbie Amon
Home Based Business Entrepreneur
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I am so thankful for the unforgettable Joy my dog Buttons has brought into our lives for the past 11 years. The funny thing is, Buttons snuck her way into our lives 11 years ago. I love animals but to care for them full time was not on my agenda and I thought it simpler to keep it that way.

So Buttons story begins around 11 years ago when my boyfriend and I left Florida to drive to a Georgia dog breeder to pick up a list of puppies we ordered to bring home and sell. This is something I did part time to make some additional money. I love dogs and found good homes for them.

We picked up 4 Golden Retrievers, 1 Jack Russell, and 2 Rat Terriers. The Rat Terriers were only 3 pounds so we separated them in our garage from the much larger Golden Retriever puppies in case they hurt each other while playing.

The 2 Rat Terriers would not stop barking as they wanted to join the other dogs and play. So they won and we let them all be together. They all got their shots and were ready to sell. I brought the entire group in the back yard to play and 1 of the Rat Terriers would hang around my chair. I would pick her up and ask her ‘what’s wrong?, I will protect you”. I played tug with the Golden Retrievers and that same little Rat Terrier would jump up in the middle and hang from the tug rope. She always had to get my attention.

It didn’t stop their, I would give a chew treat to the dogs and that little Rat Terrier would steel treats from the bigger puppies and sneak into little places in the garage to hide. She continued to keep my attention.

Well, the puppies started selling 1 at a time. Soon, only 1 puppy was left – that little Rat Terrier. I was determined to sell her and then she got Kennel Cough. I couldn’t sell her if she was sick and started treating her with an antibiotic. Of course by then I started feeling sorry for her as she was by herself in the garage so I spent more time with her. If that wasn’t enough she still didn’t improve and I had to get a 2nd prescription filled. She hung closer and closer to me all the time. I remained in the mindset that I wanted to sell her.

I was talking to a friend about helping me to find this little Rat Terrier a good home and my friend said to me something I will never forget “she already has a good home”. By then her cough had gone away and I realized this little dog had snuck her way into my home and into my heart.

I can’t imagine the past 11 years without Buttons as she has shown us so much.
She has motivated us to go on a walk almost everyday. – Great Exercise and finding joy in simple things.
She doesn’t hold grudges or hang onto resentment. – What a great lesson that is.
If she desires something all of her focus stays on it – Keep on tract and you will get what you want.
She loves to have a good time and play ball. - Stopping to have fun reduces pressure and stress.
She has stayed close to us during sickness, loves us for what we are. – Unconditional love.

No matter how much longer Buttons is with us I will always be thankful for the time we had.

I have been part of the BraveHeart women community since it's early days. I just visited the newly designed site. I really like it. It is set up in a great format for women to connect with each other and post comments.

So I thought I would make a post on my blog as it looked pretty empty here.

This is a social network with a lot of great features. Even photos and videos. I feel this community will really attract a lot of women.

The interviews are inspiring.
Definitely a community with a purpose.

Debbie Amon