Angels Of Inspiration

Angel on your shoulder, I am not very big, in fact, I am quite small. I sit on your shoulder, and hear when you call. I go everywhere with you though you can't see me. I am with you always, even in your dreams. I share your laughter, dry your tears when you cry. Every day I'm so proud cause, I see how hard you try. I don't have a name, and I'll never grow older, but, for as long as you live I'll be your little Angel on your shoulder. Poem taken from my childrens book "Angel on My Shoulder"

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Welcome To This Month’s WOW Gal, Dawn O'Dell

Now...give a warm welcome to this month’s
WOW Gal, Dawn O'Dell who is living proof that when truly needed Angels come and go from our lives changing our lives forever! An inspiring story!

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The Next Big Thing

Welcome to "The Next Big Thing" a global online book tour with Authors promoting Authors:

My name is Dawn ODell, Author of the Angels of Inspiration childrens book series!

What is the working title of your new book? The working title for my new children's book is "Angel on My Shoulder."

Where did the idea come from for the new book? The idea for this children's book came from my childhood having to Depend on myself was a way of life. Making things happen for myself in order to get to the next day was something I had come to expect. As well, looking back on my son's school years, wanting to fit in, wanting to play on the school teams but not having the tools that every young child needs to give them the confidence to believe in themselves. This, in part, motivated me to help other children. My drive and dedication with Angel on my Shoulder were to take an issue from so many children's everyday lives and create the tools required through this entertaining children's story and empower our next generation. To give parents the help and words to teach their children and help them develop the positive mindset they need to dream, believe and achieve...

Which genre does your book fall under? My children's book falls into the inspiration/ Education picture book genre.

Which actors would you choose to play the characters in a movie rendition? If I was to choose an actress to play the character of JJ,

I think I would choose Ashleigh or

Mary-Kate Olsen purely because like the Olsen twins, JJ is simply adorable and lovable. To play the part of Jamie,

I would choose Ariana Granda

because I am drawn to her appearance, she looks like what I imagine Jamie to look like.

What is a one-sentence synopsis of your book? A delightful story about a little girl's guardian angel teaching her words to inspire a dream, to turn her thoughts and words into her dream come true!

Who is publishing your book? All my children's books thus far have been published by Baico Publishing. Angel on My Shoulder was published 2012.

How long did it take you to write the first draft of the manuscript? The initial draft of Angel on My Shoulder consumed my thoughts for a few months but when I put pen to paper the story flowed very easily from beginning to end. The actual first draft of the manuscript only took about a week to get down on paper and ready for edits and changes...

Which other books would you compare this story to within your genre? Oh my gosh, the actual concept for my Angels of Inspiration children's book's and Angel on My Shoulder came from adult books that inspired me. Books such as The Secret and Lifes Golden Ticket. I wanted to create a children's books series to inspire our younger generation while in their developing years.

Who or what inspired you to write this book? First and foremost I'm inspired by my children every day to create chance and guidance for our younger generation. To share my vision of reaching out to our children to inspiration and empower these young individuals into having strong, confident, and positive minds and prepare them for a bright future ahead.

I can find inspiration in many places a lot of times when I least expect it. Inspiration is all around me. It could come in my dreams, or as I'm walking along the street. Life events make great material as do the personal stories that I have been fortunate enough to have my readers share with me. Anything can inspire me, a song, an event, a brief thought. In some cases, a dramatic event, or experience can be my inspiration. I've learned to let my heart, and my emotions guide me. I may play with an idea for months or so before anything actually becomes of it, on the other hand, an entire story may come together in my thoughts all at once. I try to scribble my thoughts or ideas down often times on a napkin or a scrap piece of paper. The most important thing I've realized is that the stories must come from within, from my heart but the inspiration can come from anywhere.

What else about the book might pique the reader’s interest? The message that I hope piques the interest of my readers is a simple one "Wish it... Dream it... Do it... JJ teaches Jamie that it isnt about good luck charms, its about believing in yourself.

For more information on Angels of Inspiration please check out these resource. Blog: http://www.angelsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

Angels of Inspiration Online Store: http://angelsofinspiration.simplesite.com

Twitter: angelsofinspiration1

Email: deltadawn@sympatico.ca

You can also find me on face book, wishing it, dreaming it and doing it!

Through Angels of Inspiration I donate a portion of the sales from my childrens books to The Canadian Cancer Society and or The Three Oaks Foundation. To learn more on these amazing organizations please visit these links: www.threeoaksfoundation.org and www.cancer.ca

Monday, April 29, 2013

Much Thanks!

I want to thank all my amazing blog followers for your continued support!

Please leave your name and where you are from and a few inspiring words in the comment section below so that I might thank you individually ;)

Dawn ODell
Owner and Founder of Angels of Inspiration.

AOI Store

I am considering opening a store in the Belleville, Ontario area. I will welcome artists, crafter's, small-business owners, etc..... to rent/consign spaces in the store on a month to month basis. I am looking to open this store in late summer this year 2013. If you would be interested in learning more as I get nearer to excepting consigners please send me your name, contact information and what items you would like to possibly rent space in the store for. I will get back to you with more information closer to the date of opening the store. Please send your info to dodell2@cogeco.ca to be added to a list of potential consigners

Angels of Inspiration Online Store:http://angelsofinspiration.simplesite.com

Busy At Angels of Inspiration

Our promo team will work together in a number of different ways. Here are just a few examples:
Promote new book releases. When one member publishes a new book, all members tweet, post, and share the news. You can also share the press releases about your books.
Promote events. When one member speaks at a library, gives a book signing, or offers a free e-book, all members share the news.
Visit each other’s blogs. Each member can do a blog tour by blogging on other members’ sites. This helps... everyone reach new readers.
Blog together. When you create a group blog (where all bloggers post to the same central blog), you may be more likely to attract a larger audience. And all of the blog’s contributors benefit from increased exposure across the board.
Create events together. Put together a group seminar or even a day-long conference. There’s strength in numbers when it comes to PR.

www.facebook.com/AngelsOfInspirationPowerPromoTeam.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Interview With Author Dawn M ODell on The Journey

Neville DeAngelouInterview with Author Dawn M ODell on The Journey. See her story of transformation. Quote: "..take a step forward and help children in their most developing years to dream, to reach for and prepare a positive coarse to cre...ate a vision as they travel down their individual pathways of life in pursuit of happiness." http://www.ryosports.com/authors.php
Authors on The J www.ryosports.com
Authors on The Journey - Your Radio Show - featuring intriguing stories and fascinating folks in tricky situations..

Monday, April 8, 2013

Celebrating our Mighty Women on the The Journey, By: Neville DeAngelou

Good morning friends and family:) Ive just submitted an interview I did for Neville DeAngelou. What an awseome time I had looking back to complete the interview. I will provide a link as to where you can see it asap. However, you should be able then to access it from the following link, if you click 'Authors' or 'Wonder Women.'

http://www.ryosports.com/thejourney.php

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

SHARE! SHARE! SHARE!

Please find me on Face Book and SHARE my status to be entered to win one of my amazing autographed children's book's at
Angels of Inspiration Online Store:http://angelsofinspiration.simplesite.com/
Also check out the rest of the selection offered on the online store! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Three Oaks Foundation and or Canadian Cancer Society. I will announce the winner for the giveaway when March 31st last day of this promotion!! SHARE! SHARE! SHARE!

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Visit The All New Angels of Inspiration Online Store

Visit our NEW Online Store and see our incredible price cuts!!
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Monday, February 25, 2013

All New Angels of Inspiration Online Store

All New Angels of Inspiration Online Store!

Check it out today!

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Please share my link on your facbook, twitter etc...

Monday, January 14, 2013

You Can Be

You can be and do anything!

Believe!

Friday, December 28, 2012

Happy New Year!

My family and I would like to wish you and your families a very happy and healthy new year! We appreciate your loyalty and support for Angels of Inspiration!

I am looking forward to continuing to offer my page-turning guidance through my children's books to help any curious child live their best life. Remember, we’re all in this together!

Here’s to a 2013 filled with good health, lots of laughter and peace of mind.

All the best,
Dawn, Michael and Amanda
Angels of Inspiration

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Angels Updates

Good morning blog friends and family! I've just completed the cheque to be sent off to the Cancer Society from the sales of my Angel on my Shoulder children's book. The cheque for Three Oaks from the sale of Lydias Dream Come True has already been issued.

Thank you to everyone who has purchased my children's books. You should feel awesome about your purchase and know that the money has gone to help a child in our community.

2012 was a great year for sales but im with hopes to double these donation cheques for 2013!! We need your continued support to accomplish this! Please visit my online store to complete your Christmas shopping list and receive 10% off the entire store.

For more information on Angels of Inspiration please check out this resource. http://www.angelsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

Angels of Inspiration Online Store: https://www.facebook.com/AngelsofInspirationOnlineStore

Twitter: angelsofinspiration1

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Believe

"For those willing to believe in their dreams and in themselves, life is a precious gift in which anything is possibly." ... Dena Dilacona

Last Event of 2012

Angels of Inspiration Events.

July 14th and 15th ... Belleville WaterFront Festival 11am - 5pm

August 18th ... Kingstons 4th Annual Women's Expo 9:30am to 4:30pm

Sept 30th ... Brighton Apple Fest 10am to 5pm

Nov. 3rd ...Angels of Inspiration Creative Expressions Show and Sale ... Information and 'Conditions of Entry"This Angels of Inspiration Creative Expressions Show and Sale is designed as an expo to bring together artists from all genres and to add enrichment of the cultural in Belleville and surrounding areas. It is also designed as an expo for artists to be able to showcase their work and to raise awareness and donations to the charities they support. 1...The Angels of Inspiration Creative Expressions Show and Sale will be held November 3rd at the Belleville Legion, Belleville, Ontario.

Nov 8th Angels of Inspiration was invited to a lunch meeting at the public library with Three Oaks Foundation. 12pm

Dec 1st... Angels of Inspiration just signed on to do an event hosted by Stacey Pearse Hunter, December 1st at the Trenton Knights of Colombus. The show will be from 10-4pm and it will be a fundraiser for the MFRC. (Military Family Resource Centre) Cant wait!!

Dec 8th... 85 Bridge Street East. Retirement Home Christmas shopping event for the residence. 10am-4pm in support of residences activities fund.

~ Inspiring Moments ~

April 16~ Comfort Zones: Sometimes life may complacent. Our daily lives become so routine. We don't seem to be moving forward and life becomes stagnant and boring. That may because we get so comfortable and stuck inside our "box". We can be so afraid of "Change". We never leave our "Comfort Zone" because we are afraid of change and failure. Though, success does not come without failure. Change up your routine. So something different. Einstien's definition of insanity is... "Doing something over and over again and expecting different results". If something is not working, then change it up. Do something unique, different from what others are doing, face your fears and step out of your comfort zones. You would be amazed of the positive results that come your way! Dawn once said... "Close your eyes and jump in with both feet". Get in the habbit of saying "Yes" rather than saying "No" in life when opportunities come our way. Never underestimate yourself!!! Open the doors and walk through those thresholds of opportunites and step out of your comfort zones. Life will begin to become adventureous. Discover new talents within yourself, experience the world around you. Just put yourself out there!!! Nike Company's slogan... "Just Do It!"
March, 10, 2011 ~ This Week's Topic: The Tuning Fork...
Why is it that we may have good days vs bad days and bad days vs good days? We all have heard the expression, 'To Wake Up On The Wrong Side Of The Bed'. Most of us have had those days where we wake up and everything just does not go right for us. One thing after another... it seems that everthing just goes wrong. Then we get to experience those moments when your on a natural high all day long!! The reason for this is because of "The Flow" we are experiencing. The most amazing and wonderous thing about life as human beings is, 'EMOTION'. Inside, we have this unique device which acts as a tuning fork. It will omit and attract positive and negative energy. If you strike a chord and send out a certain frequency of positive or negative vibration, you will recieve positive and negative vibrations of the same frequency. So, when you are having a bad day, it may be because you allowed yourself to recieve negative vibrations and therefore will bounce back negative energy, thus leaving finding yourself experiencing disasters, stress, challenges, sadness, gloom, and so forth. One might float through their day and such a positive hight that nothing could interfere or affect those accomplishments, happiness, or all around feeling good! It is so important to practice tuning your fork in positive frequency or vibration. Because only positve things will just come your way. Practice, practice, practice! Fake a smile if you have to. Turn that frown upside down! Pay someone a compliment rather than a criticism. Visualize and make positive goals and strive for them. Don't wallow in dissapointment. Be grateful instead of feeling sorry for what we lack. What most amazes me, is that it seems much easier for individules to have a negative outlook rather than a positive outlook. Why is that? Why do we choose the path of doom rather than the trail of tranquil? To me... it is just so unhealthy. It seems like it is so much easier for people to neglect our mental, physical, and spirtual well being. Then when that happens... we complain... thus... we are flowing in negative frequency. We become unhappy with the outcome of lives. Let us strive for fulfillment and practice being in the flow. Tune our forks to positive vibration, and begin to experiencing life. The reason why we are here!! "The best compliment one can give is to say that he or she is DOWN TO EARTH. That means they are grounded". Happy Spring, Everyone!!
February, 24, 2011 ~ Today's post... Being In The Flow

Dawns Angels of Inspiration book updates !!!

Nov. 19 The Special Christmas Angel debuts at the Belleville Festival of Trees.
Oct. 14 Deadline for The Special Christmas Angel.
Oct.13 Derek Fobert walks away from and gives up any and all rights to Angels of Inspiration. We wish him well!
June 9/11 We are just waiting the arrival of our proof books for Angels of Inspirations first childrens inspirational book, then we go to print!
May 13-11 Spoke with Derek, he is already working on Angels of Inspirations second book, thats great news!

Tips added weekly to help you help your children see and realize the best that’s within them.

Spend Time With Them: We love what we give our time to. By devoting your most precious resource (time) to another individual, you’re showing them that you truly value them and your relationship with them. Invest time in your relationships; it’s what life is made of.
Acknowledge Them: You find what you’re looking for. If you’re looking for the best in someone, you’ll see it. If you’re looking for their failings, you’ll see those. Catch people doing things right and tell them. When we acknowledge the good deeds of others, they tend to do more of them. Write a note. Send a card. Give them a call. Praise them in front of others.
Ask Good Questions: A good therapist or coach doesn’t tell their clients what to do. They ask good questions in order for the client to understand themselves better, to get clear on what the issue is and from there to make good choices. You can do the same. By asking elegant questions, you cause people to think and come up with solutions.
Challenge Them: The word "challenge" has some negative connotations. The meaning we’re using here is, "a test of one’s abilities or resources in a demanding but stimulating undertaking." We all need to be challenged from time to time. Doing it for another is an art form. Go too far and it will backfire. Go too easy and you will appear patronizing. Remind people of their commitment to being their best.
Share Yourself: Too often, we miss the value of sharing our failings. We don’t want to be vulnerable so we hold back. In doing so, we deprive others of our experience, our learning and our humanity. When you share from your own experience, especially your failures, you increase empathy, you’re more approachable and you increase your relatability to others.
Be a Role Model: One of the best ways we influence is by our own actions. Who we are speaks much more loudly than what we say. Don’t think that people aren’t watching you. They are. And they’re registering everything about you consciously and unconsciously. We automatically emulate our role models. And we’re all role models to someone so let’s be good ones.

Count down list to create the perfect holiday for your little angels.

Santa Claus...All children know the kind, old Santa Claus. However, from a historical perspective, he actually isn’t that old and he has also been known as a rather fiery gentleman. Learn more about Santa Claus.
Party...Are you hosting a Christmas party? Whether you’re celebrating for children or for grown ups Choose the theme that will make your party truly memorable.
Gifts...GiftsIt can be tough to find the perfect Christmas gift, but a couple of simple pieces of advice can make it easier for you. You can also read about the origins of the tradition of gift giving.
Cards...The tradition of sending Christmas card began in 1843. Since then, it has become one of the integral traditions of the holiday. Today, we also send electronic cards. Try that.
Stories...Christmas stories gather the whole family. Read, for example, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” or “The Night before Christmas” by Clement C. Moore, or The Little Match Girl By Hans Christian Anderson
Games...Everybody should make time to play during Christmas. Check out different ways to entertain you and your family durring this festive season.
Carols...The world’s most famous Christmas carol is ”Silent Night”, but there are many other beautiful Christmas carols.
Party...Are you hosting a Christmas party? Whether you’re celebrating for children or for grown ups,Choose the theme that will make your party truly memorable.
Traditions...Get a clearly laid-out overview of the most important traditions of Xmas from the Christmas tree to the mistletoe and Christmas gifts. Where does Santa Claus really come from and what does the Gospel of Luke tell us about the birth of Jesus?
Lights...To some people, putting Christmas lights around the house has almost become a lifestyle, but one does not need to put too much – a few will actually do.
Forum...Are you short of ideas for Christmas, do you have questions about traditions, or do you want to help others? All kinds of contributions are available on line.
Crafts...You don’t need to spend money on Christmas decorations. Actually, it is quite easy to make them yourself and the children will definitely love every minute of it.
The Kids...Christmas is a festivity for the entire family. The children especially look forward to it, thus, the internet has many many many section dedicated to children and making holiday fun easier.
Charity...Particularly around the Xmas season when we are so involved with consumerism, yet at the same time, feel a real need to respond to the needs of the less fortunate world.
The tree... Few things create a better atmosphere than a Christmas tree, and there are actually quite a few different trees to choose from.
Decorations. To decorate for Christmas is a ritual repeated year after year, but you don’t have to do it in the exact same way every year. Try new ideas to brighten up your Christmas. .
The waiting time for Christmas can feel too long, especially among children.Advent calendars can help. Open a new window every day!

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