Net Miles Of Smiles

Just Being There
Acting As A Guardian 

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One of the greatest gifts we can give another human being is to act as their guardian. Whether this gift is related to a specific situation or is representative of an ongoing commitment, we each benefit from the association. To protect someone is to walk with them in challenging times and see them through safely to the other side. In doing this, we grow with them. And those under our guardianship derive confidence from our support and assistance, enabling them to persevere through almost any conditions.

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You may have been accepting more responsibilities and projects lately, and that could be because you have also found the right place for your unique skills and have accepted your high level of capability. You may feel industrious and choose to take on more, knowing that you can handle it. Your confidence may also be increased, allowing you to communicate assertively and only take on what feels right. By being aware of both your capabilities and your limits, you can successfully create a life of balance and abundance. Read More

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Perks Pearl of Wisdom
“Seeing the good in others
brings out the good in you.”

Bob Perks

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All stories copyright 2009 Bob Perks
Today’s message:
“In a Heart Beat”
By Bob Perks

“If you need me, I’ll be there in a heart beat.”

How many times have I said that?

How many times have I heard that?

I know what it means.  Or do I?

It’s kind of like saying “I’ll be there before
you know it.”

That’s quick.  I mean, you’re not there and then
you are.

But, in a heart beat I see so much more.

In a heart beat…there’s hope. Hope for tomorrow.
Hope for another chance. As long as I am alive
I have second chances.

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Obamas dance to , “At Last”

President Barack Obama, left, and first lady Michelle Obama arrive at the Western Ball in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009. (AP Photo/Pablo Monsavais)

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama wave at the Western Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington, January 20, 2009. Obama took power as the first black U.S. president on Tuesday and quickly turned the page on the Bush years, urging Americans to rally to end the worst economic crisis in generations and repair the U.S. image abroad. REUTERS/Mitch Dumke (UNITED STATES)

President Barak Obama kisses first lady Michelle Obama as they dance at the Mid-Atlantic Inaugural Ball at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, Tuesday, Jan 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Biden Home State Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009. REUTERS/Jason Reed (UNITED STATES)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance during the Commander in Chief’s Ball, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Washington. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari)

President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama dance at the Youth Inaugural Ball at a Washington hotel Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

  President Barack Obama gives a kiss to first lady Michelle Obama as they dance together at the Obama Home States Inaugural Ball in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

U.S. President Barack Obama, the newly sworn-in 44th President of the United States, and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Commander-in-Chief Ball in Washington January 20, 2009. Obama took power as the first black U.S. president on Tuesday and quickly turned the page on the Bush years, urging Americans to rally to end the worst economic crisis in generations and repair the U.S. image abroad. REUTERS/Gary Hershorn (UNITED STATES)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Youth Inaugural Ball in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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By LISA TOLIN, Associated Press Writer  

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle capped their historic day with a speedy tour through 10 inaugural balls before retiring, at last, for their first night in the White House.

The Etta James classic “At Last” was the Obamas’ song of the evening, crooned by Beyonce at the Neighborhood Ball, the first of 10 inaugural celebrations they attended into the early hours of Wednesday.

The president wore white tie, while Michelle shimmered in a white, one-shouldered, floor-length gown. It was embellished from top to bottom with white floral details and made by 26-year-old New York designer Jason Wu.

“First of all, how good looking is my wife?” Obama asked the crowd of celebrities and supporters.

The president pulled his wife close for a slow, dignified two-step to the song that marked the end of a long day of formal inaugural events and the two-year campaign that put them in the White House.

Obama cut loose in a faster groove a few minutes later, as Shakira, Mary J. Blige, Faith Hill and Mariah Carey sang along with Stevie Wonder to his “Signed, Sealed, Delivered.” The song was played at nearly all of Obama’s rallies throughout the campaign.

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President Barack Obama, left, and first lady Michelle Obama arrive at the Neighborhood Inaugural Ballin Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009.

AP Photo/Alex Brandon

U.S. President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle dance at the Midatlantic Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009.

REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

U.S. President Barack Obama kisses his wife Michelle as they dance at the Eastern Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009. Barack Obama took power as the first black U.S. president on Tuesday and quickly turned the page on the Bush years, urging Americans to rally to end the worst economic crisis in generations and repair the U.S. image abroad.

REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

U.S. President Barack Obama hugs first lady Michelle as they dance at the Eastern Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009. 

 REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

U.S. President Barack Obama kisses his wife Michelle as they dance at the Eastern Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009.

REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle dance during the Commander in Chief’s Ball in Washington. Obama showed off some nifty moves as he and his first lady got into the groove for a night of celebrations following his inauguration as the nation’s first black president.

(AFP/Timothy A. Clary)

President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle dance at the Biden Home States Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009.

(Jim Young/Reuters)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Midwest Inaugural Ball at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009.

(AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

U.S. President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle dance at the Southern Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington, January 20, 2009.

REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Commander-in-Chief Ball in Washington January 20, 2009.

(Gary Hershorn/Reuters)

President Barack Obama dances with Army Sgt Margaret Herrera and his wife Michelle dances with Marine Sgt Eliidio Guillen during the Commander in Chief’s Ball. Obama showed off some nifty moves as he and his first lady got into the groove for a night of celebrations following his inauguration as the nation’s first black president. 

(AFP/Timothy A. Clary)

First lady Michelle Obama walks onstage at the Biden Home States Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009.

(Jason Reed/Reuters)

U.S. President Barack Obama’s wife Michelle sweeps her dress out from under her feet as they dance at the Southern Regional Inaugural Ball in Washington January 20, 2009. Obama took power as the first black U.S. president on Tuesday and quickly turned the page on the Bush years, urging Americans to rally to end the worst economic crisis in generations and repair the U.S. image abroad.

REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)

President Barack Obama speaks as first lady Michelle Obama listens at the Eastern Inaugural Ball in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance at the Eastern Inaugural Ball in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama kiss at the Eastern Inaugural Ball in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

First lady Michelle Obama is seen at the Eastern Inaugural Ball in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama kiss at the end of their last dance at the Eastern Inaugural Ball, their last ball of the evening, in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.

(AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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US soldiers clap as they watch a television broadcast of the inauguration of Barack

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