& SEASONS GREETINGS

what a year it has been!  Fascinating, exciting, remarkable, historic and sadly poignant.  We endured the destructive hurricanes, earthquakes, and most importantly the financial crisis and foreclosure catastrophe.  2008 is one we will never forget especially because of the failing economy and all the bailouts for the "big companies and financial institutions."  Indeed, we will never forget the elections and the 44th President being elected...the first African-American unanimously elected as President of the United States.  Oh, what a year it was indeed!!!

Now that the New Year is upon us, most of us should almost be completed with jotting down our goals and resolutions.   You must know how very important it is for us to do this, because it becomes a blueprint for us to follow throughout this year.

Some important things to follow for this New Year:

    Let this year be better than all the others, and do everything in your power to accomplish all your resolutions.  Actually, make this year THE ONE that you accomplish all your goals!

    Pledge to do some of the things you've always wanted to do but couldn't find the time or the funds.

    Seriously STOP with the HATING and begin LOVING and SUPPORTING unconditionally.

    Drop an old grudge!!!  Call that friend you have had that old grudge with and let them know that you will let "bygones be bygones", and you hope they will do the same.  Replace that grudge with the pleasant memories you built with that friend.

    Stop rivaling your associates.  Be self-determining in working toward and pursuing your aspirations...YOUR OWN ASPIRATIONS!  Moreover, devise what you are working towards "a work of genius!"

    Be comfortable "in your skin".  Love yourself...Love who you are...Love what you are and what you do.  Don't be troubled about what others may think of you, only worry about you - because "IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU", and all about the positive things you do.

    In these difficult and troubled times focus on keeping your head up.  It may be complex for you to do so, but you must remember "life is like a roller coaster, filled with ups and downs."  Therefore, you must hold on during all the twists, turns, and downs, and be mindful that the ups are forthcoming.

    Vow not to make promises you don't think you can keep.

    Express your feelings freely and openly, and don't be afraid to say the sweetest words "I LOVE YOU" more often.

    Resolve to make at least one person happy every day, even with just a smile.

   Make this year "The year of Change"!  Continue with what was driving  many of us during the 2008 elections...Change, an overall change in every aspect of our life.

   Vow to take someone else along with you once you have accomplished your goals.  Give them a helping hand...boost them up so they can become as successful as you have become.

As usual, at this time we have no idea what this New Year will bring, but we know WHAT WE HAVE TO DO and MUST DO!  Successful (overall and financial), virtual prosperity, progressive, amazing/mind-blowing, fun-filled, glorious and victorious are some of the overall things we intend to accomplish.  However, we are anxiously looking forward to seeing what comes to light in 2009.

For the time being however, we just would like to take this opportunity to thank every one of you who has visited, read and contributed to our weekly e-newsletter over these past twelve months, and most importantly throughout these past 6 years.  It truly has been a pleasure.  As the New Year progresses, may it open up for each and every one of you (our on-line family) more opportunities, lead you onto the path of continued success, happiness and Prosperity with new hopes, new joys and new beginnings.

On a somewhat more personal note 2008 was a very busy one.  I found that there were not enough hours during the day and night to complete the items I had listed on my daily "To Do Lists."   Which of course, completely stressed me out throughout the year.  Some goals I set, I had to put aside because of the craziness and hectic-ness.  The many sleepless nights of working...working...working, reflecting on topics for the weekly e-newsletters and writing...writing...writing; I certainly do vow to eliminate those sleepless nights for 2009 and spend more time working on the musical side of  Arious Entertainment.

As for family, we saw the passing of two close relatives, which brought the memories we hold dear for them to the forefront, and the thoughts of the family and of the homeland brought to the top of our list.  I do pledge this year to keep family traditions alive, because family is everything, be it personal or an extended on-line family/community such as we have here with you our on-line family.  I am sure I am not alone in counting amongst my closest friends people I converse with on a daily basis and yet have not met in person.  It's truly amazing having this great means of communication and keeping alive some very nice relationships and friendships with our on-line family.  This I love dearly and won't trade for anything.  

My husband Todd is working on some fascinating new projects and he is excited about them.  I am certain this year he will be back doing some writing for our E-Newsletter and on www.MyCaribbean.us social network.  On www.MyCaribbean.us  there are no limitations, so he can be as controversial as he wants to be and is able to really speak his mind without any boundaries or distractions.  Of course, you will be able to respond and challenge him on his somewhat controversial views, such as what he calls "America is experiencing a mental recession" (hum...yeah right I'd like to hear his thoughts on this one) or is it wrong to be an elitist?  LOL...Indeed, he will be controversial this year!!! LOL, but I know it will be entertaining and I can't wait!

With all this being said, I just want to close by saying have an incredible year, and again we wish all of you a happy new year and a prosperous 2009.