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Healing Art Photography and Fine Art Gifts

I believe in the healing power of nature. If we take a moment to immerse ourselves in an image of nature we will feel rejuvenated, renewed and revived. Studies have shown that what we look at not just affects our mood, but also how we relate to others and our attention to detail. So if your feeling stressed, run down or just deserve a break, look at the images under "Healing Art" and immerse yourself in them.
My new line of photo gifts enables you to have Healing Art with you wherever you go and also to give as gifts to those who may not be into wall art.

The photogifts include watches, clocks, clothing, hip flasks,keyrings, usb sticks, phone covers, ipad covers,kindle covers, cushions, cards, stickers and so much more. Click on the tab that says Photo Gifts to see them all.

I send out an e-newsletter to anyone who wants one, including a free monthly image to use as a screensaver or desktop image to help in your healing and to lower your overall stress levels. I also let you know what I am up to and include any specials or coupons. To subscribe please send me an email at jules@juliaharwood.com with "Subscribe" in the subject line.



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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

*Ladies Only* BREWING up something you’ll like!

Morning all my fellow women,,

Are you ready to give your life a JOLT? Today, you have the opportunity to receive THE ULTIMATE LIFE BOOST! This is one of the most INVIGORATING announcements I’ve ever sent to you, and I definitely think you will want to be part of the BUZZ!
Julie Clark, founder of The Inspirational Coffee Club, is launching her beautiful new book, Inspirational Coffee Breaks for Women: 12 Ground Rules for Pouring Your Heart into Life. This unique guide for life is OVERFLOWING with heartwarming stories, thoughtful reflection questions, and rich wisdom to help you discover creative, new ways to REVITALIZE and RENEW your life. It’s a true DOSE of encouragement for the soul! (And you don’t have to be a coffee lover to enjoy it!) It’s the perfect gift to WARM-UP the Holidays and PERK UP the New Year for you or any woman in your life!

To celebrate the launch of the new book, Julie is hosting the world’s largest ‘INSPIRATIONAL COFFEE BREAK’ TODAY, Tuesday, November 16th, to help women REFILL that part of themselves that gets POURED out in the DAILY GRIND. When you purchase the book TODAY from Amazon.com, you will receive an EXTRA JOLT of BONUS GIFTS from over 90 other INVIGORATING authors and entrepreneurs from across the world. I’ve been invited to be one of those involved in this amazing event and am BRIMMING with excitement to share it with you.
Order your copy TODAY and receive over 90 FREE EXTRA JOLT BONUS GIFTS at:
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Here's what a few who've gotten a 'Sneak Peek' of the new book have to say:

"I have never read a book that I couldn't wait to read again, with highlighter in hand to mark the areas that were especially touching. It made me laugh, it made me cry. A book that truly warmed my heart and inspired my soul."

"This is a MUST read book.... Its unique and will definitely get you jump-started to a new you."
"Whether you are a working woman, a stay at home mom, or a young woman just out of college, this book will touch and motivate you to become a better person. The way that Julie has poured her heart and soul into this book to help and encourage others is truly magical. You will leave this book feeling rejuvenated and inspired."

THE PERFECT BLEND of encouragement, humor, self-reflection and easy-to-apply action steps, Inspirational Coffee Breaks for Women will to inspire you to never stop DREAMING, never stop LOVING, never stop PERSEVERING, and never stop getting EVERY LAST DROP out of each and every day! 
Get your copy of Inspirational Coffee Breaks for Women TODAY and receive over 90 complimentary gifts to help you improve in all areas of your life.
www.inspirationalcoffeebreaksforwomen.com

It’s truly the PERFECT GIFT to WARM-UP the Holiday Season for yourself or any wonderful woman in your life—Moms, Daughters, Friends, Aunts, Grandma’s, or Co-workers! www.inspirationalcoffeebreaksforwomen.com

GIVE YOUR LIFE A JOLT TODAY and enjoy this one-of-a-kind ‘INSPIRATIONAL COFFEE BREAK’ event. Let’s face it—you spend so much time POURING your wonderful self out to others. Let TODAY be the day you FILL YOURSELF BACK UP with inspiration and motivation for BREWING more HAPPINESS, SUCCESS and JOY!
With Warmth,
Jules

P.S. As you know, coffee is always best when shared with others. Here’s 2 ways to share this one-of-a-kind JOLT with friends: 1). Forward a copy of this email to friends who could also use a BOOST. 2). Buy multiple copies and give them as Holiday gifts to the women you cherish most! Go to www.inspirationalcoffeebreaksforwomen.com

Monday, November 15, 2010

Spending time in nature..study

Spending time in nature makes people feel more alive, study shows

Feeling sluggish? The solution may require getting outside the box - that big brick-and-mortar box called a building.


If you click on the title of this blog it will take you to the full article, which tells us about a study on how important it is to spend time in nature.
For those of us who don't have the time, the means or the opportunity to do this, the next best thing is to have images of nature all around you so that you can still immerse yourself in nature.
When we are actually out in nature, we not only see, we hear and smell, so art does not give you the full experience but it definitly helps. If you spend time looking at an image of the ocean, then you add the sounds of the ocean you will gain even more benefit. Finally spray the room with an ocean scent and you will be amazed at how realistic it becomes.
If you click on the "Healing Art" tab above, you can get yourself an image and begin the process.
You may not be able to afford a full holiday to the beach, but you can give your body mind and spirit the lift it needs.
Enjoy every day by adding the beauty of nature to your surroundings wherever they may be.

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Photography tips Getting your photos from your camera to you computer

Do you take your photos but then have trouble downloading them?
This is a step by step guide that you can print out and follow.
If you get stuck, just email me...I am always happy to help.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

We are all Disabled!

We are all disabled in some way, it is part of the human condition.

Please explain?.....

Disability does not have to be a physical thing we can see or a mental illness we can quantify, it can be emotional scars, chronic conditions, and much more.

Lets look at the definition of "disabled"

According to Wikapedia:
"A disability in humans may be physical, cognitive/mental, sensory, emotional, developmental or some combination of these."

In plain English, a disability is something that affects the way we get along in society.

For example.When we see a blind person we automatically realize they have a disability, they usually have a cane or a guide dog to help them, but are they any more disabled than the person with emotional scars that no-one can see and that continually gets hit by the preverbial bus when it comes to realtionships.

If a person was physically hit by a bus we would see the damage, either as a fatality or serious physical injury, but what about the person hit by an emotional bus, we see them all the time, people constantly making poor choices and then lamenting about how bad things always happen to them. These people are just as disabled as the blind person,  in some cases more so, as they don't see they have a disability and take the necessary measures to compensate for it.

So why write a blog about it?

Because I believe that if we realize that we all have disabilities we will realize that people with obvious disabilities are no different than the rest of us. We are all people, all trying to get along in society the best we can. People with disabilities do not need to be condescended to or treated any different to anyone else, we are all in the same boat.

Also unless we realize we have a problem we can't treat it. How many people have we heard of have a disease but no symptoms until it's too late, but if it had been caught earlier it could have been cured.
The same goes for disabilities, as we recognize them we can take steps to either overcome them or learn to live with them in a productive way.

So the question is, "What disabilities do you have?"
Do you have allergies, a chronic illness, arthritis, chrones, pain, emotional scars from previous relationships, your upbringing, your religion, your nationality, over sensitivity, lack of emotional connection.....the list goes on and on.

Perhaps now is a good time to rethink those with disabilities and realize we are all the same. Next time you see someone with an obvious disability smile at them knowing you to have your disabilities, just not as obvious and may we all work towards a healthier life, physically, spiritually and mentally.

I have many disabilities and have found that nature is a wonderful healing balm and I receive that healing on a daily basis through my photography and immersing myself in nature. I realize many people cannot do this & so I have "Healing Art"  prints that you can have in your home or your office or even a care facility to enable you too, to experience the healing balm of nature.

I wish you peace, love and happiness....and remember for ALL of us healing is an ongoing process...be kind to yourself and others.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Signiture Series

I have created a signature series of images that would be great for interior designers or offices. A way to introduce the Healing Art of Nature into the workplace. Check it out and let me know what you think. If you have any special requests for particular images in this format let me know & I will see what I can do.

nudgems.com - Freddo Frog Christmas Card

nudgems.com - Freddo Frog Christmas Card

Get your chrissy cards here!!!

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

nudgems.com - Missing you...

Send a card to someone you love who can't be with you at the moment.
nudgems.com - Missing you...

I have just joined Nudgems and am doing cards with them.
This is my first one!