Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Searching for God? Deacon Publishes Book in English and Spanish
Book now available in English as well as Spanish
Oakdale, Conn.-- Retired State of Connecticut social worker,
Jesús A. Diez Canseco, a deacon at the Catholic Diocese of Norwich, shares his
thoughts on God, democracy, social justice, sexuality, art,
education, abortion and several other topics, in his recently revised
book, “SEARCHING FOR GOD IN US AND IN
THE WORLD: THOUGHTS ON THE FORCES THAT SHAPE OUR LIFE,” which is
also available in Spanish.
Diez Canseco said, "It is our vocation to search for
God. There are many attributes that make us truly human. And the most valuable
of them is our power to create, in as much as we, ourselves, are creations of
God the Creator. Every thought presented in this book has been written keeping
in mind the value of human life, the goodness of our human nature, and our
universal desire for a happy and rewarding life. Emphasis has been placed on
positive thinking so that each thought presented may contribute to the
enrichment of our life and the enhancement of our relationships with our fellow
humans and with God."
Readers will find several statements by Diez Canseco by
clicking on the “LOOK INSIDE” feature on Amazon.
Other excerpts include:
THE LANGUAGE OF GOD
If you are fluent in the language of peace, you will have no
problem communicating with God.
HOW TO BEGIN
Any person who wants to fully know his human nature must
begin by loving his neighbor.
MONEY AND GREED
Without greed, money is just a means to facilitate economic
transactions; but when greed makes its way into money, it makes those who have
money believe they can buy those who are short on greed.
MEMBER OF A COMMUNITY
Since the moment of his conception, the child is an active
member of a community—the community he establishes with his mother.
Originally from Peru, Jesús A. Diez Canseco has been a U.S.
citizen for more than 20 years. He obtained professional degrees in journalism,
education and law from the National University of Trujillo, Peru, and received
a Master’s degree in education from the University of Connecticut in 1974. He
worked as a social worker for the State of Connecticut for 26 years, retiring
in 2003. Since 1981, he has been an ordained permanent deacon in the Catholic
Diocese of Norwich. To this day, he preaches at religious services and writes
on issues of peace, social justice and his conviction on the value of human
life. He lives in Oakdale, Connecticut, with his wife, son, daughter-in-law,
and two grandchildren.
To purchase an autographed copy of “SEARCHING FOR GOD IN US
AND IN THE WORLD” or to invite Jesús A. Diez Canseco to speak to your group,
contact Diez Canseco directly at: jdiezcanseco@sbcglobal.net. To learn
more about his work, visit: www.homiliesforjustice.com.
The book may also be purchased through Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.
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Jesús A. Diez Canseco in his Oakdale, Connecticut, home
office.
Photograph taken April 2015 by Karen
Diez Canseco.
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Saturday, April 18, 2015
Widow Invests Inheritance in Magazine to Help Others
When Dr. Joanne Z. Moore lost her husband, she found very
little long-term support. After listening to the stories of others who found a
way to move forward, Moore founded the magazine, Pathfinder: A
Companion Guide for the Widow/er’s Journey, to support those who strive
to live joyful and meaningful lives after loss.
Widow Invests Inheritance in Magazine to
Help Others Rebuild Their Lives After
Loss
Informational and
inspirational articles free in online April edition of Pathfinder: A
Companion Guide for the Widow/er’s Journey
East Lyme, Conn.— When Dr. Joanne Z. Moore lost her
husband, she found very little long-term support. After listening to the
stories of others who found a way to move forward, Moore founded the magazine, Pathfinder: A
Companion Guide for the Widow/er’s Journey, to support those who strive
to live joyful and meaningful lives after loss.
Joanne Z. Moore, PT, DHSc, a physical therapist from
East Lyme, Connecticut, became a widow in 2009 after 37 years of marriage. She
is using her husband’s life insurance to invest in the lives of others through
the magazine. She said, “Pathfinder gives ideas to those who must follow a new
life path. Friends and family of the widowed also benefit from Pathfinder
because they want to know how to best support them. This magazine helps
listeners be more comfortable as they provide condolences.”
The April issue of Pathfinder,
which has been made free this month, features how actor George Burns moved forward after Gracie died (and the
secret he finally revealed to the public), recipes for cooking solo, and how the expressive arts help children and adults process
grief. Articles also include:
- How to plant a memorial garden
- FOR MEN: 12 WAYS TO KNOW YOU’RE READY TO DATE
- Humor ...Like a Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Health & Wellness - What if I get sick?
- The Widows of 9/11 Inspire a Playwright
- Poetry - Come Lie With Me
- Zentangle® – Patterns to Peace
- Dreams – A Guide to Wholeness
- Jane Allen – Attracted to Community and Culture
Dr. Moore said, “We hope you enjoy this free online April issue. Subscriptions to
the paper version of Pathfinder are a great way to have this
compassionate and positive magazine delivered to anyone who has experienced the
loss of a spouse.” Subscriptions to Pathfinder are $26 a year. Click here
to subscribe.
Joanne Z. Moore, PT, DHSc., a noted speaker and workshop
facilitator on end-of-life and survivor issues, is a member of Toastmasters
International, and has achieved Distinguished Toastmaster level. She is the
owner of Shoreline Physical Therapy, LLC, in East Lyme. Moore is the author of
the soon-to-be released book, “Common Sense: Strategies for Living a Joyful and
Meaningful Life after Loss.” If you would like to receive a monthly newsletter
from Dr. Moore, click here.
For more information, contact Dr. Joanne Z. Moore at jmoore@widowedpathfinder.com
or visit: www.widowedpathfinder.com. Watch
her interview on widowhood, finding support, and Pathfinder
magazine on Ledge Light
Healthwatch – Health for Widows (or click on: http://original.livestream.com/grotonmunicipaltelevisionlive/video?clipId=pla_1af4b690-2be1-43c9-af67-22b2468678fd).
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Award-Winning Widowed Humorist Launches “Poor Widow Me” Column in Pathfinder: A Companion Guide for the Widow/er’s Journey
Widowed Humorist Launches “Poor Widow Me” Column in
Scibelli of Manhattan, New York, is the author of the memoir, “Poor Widow Me: Moments of feeling & dealing & finding the funny along the way” (Pigeon Press, 2011.) Book excerpt: “While I was waiting for his death to sink in, I’d sit on the floor of my closet, talking directly to my husband’s shirts and pants. They were unresponsive, but I knew in my heart that his Dockers missed me very much, too.”*
Scibelli says, “My humor column, ‘Poor Widow Me,’ is about finding the funny in widowhood. When life goes wrong, isn’t that the right time to lighten it with humor?”
Pathfinder publisher, Dr. Joanne Z. Moore of East Lyme, Conn., said, “Carol's down-to-earth humor takes the edge off of stress, and helps us to see things in perspective. Learning how to laugh again after the loss of a spouse is so important. I'm thrilled to share Carol's insights with our readers."
Scibelli’s humorous essays have been published in The New York Times, Newsday, Hartford Courant, and dozens of weekly publications. She received first place in Writer's Forum Magazine’s “Imitation Erma Bombeck Contest” and received several Long Island Press Club Awards for Humor.
Scibelli is a member of the New York Friars Club, an association of comedians and celebrities, where she heads the “Meet Your Fellow Friars” committee and contributes to its newsletter, Friar’s Epistle.
The lifestyle magazine, Pathfinder: A Companion Guide for the Widow/er’s Journey, offers advice on money, health, home, travel, friendship, dating, and return to work, in addition to inspirational articles on spirituality, art, poetry, and developing new hobbies. It includes stories of modern and famous historical people who have either lived the widowed stage of life well or have struggled.
For more information about Pathfinder, contact Dr. Moore at 860-460-0248, jmoore@widowedpathfinder.com or visit: www.widowedpathfinder.com.
Carol Scibelli can be reached at 212-951-0179, carolscibelli@gmail.com, or visit: www.carolscibelli.com.
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* Images of Carol Scibelli and her memoir, “Poor Widow Me: Moments of feeling & dealing & finding the funny along the way,” are available on her website at: www.carolscibelli.com. Penny Marshall, actress/director/producer, reviewed “Poor Widow Me” book: "Brilliant concept and terrific writing… I can already see it as a movie or TV series."
Joanne Z. Moore, PT, DHSc, Publisher, Pathfinder
PO Box 752, East Lyme CT, 06333
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
How to Find a Job in a Down Economy
1) Resume
Submit a different resume for every
job. Be certain to mention the needed
skills up front. If the skills are old,
use a functional rather than a chronological resume and leave the dates out.
Have two resumes: a one page condensed resume and a complete
resume.
When answering ads online or in the
paper, write a letter mentioning you have the requisite skills. Do not send a resume unless they call and ask
for one. If you send a resume up front,
they feel they have already interviewed you.
2) Business
Card
Your business card should be on white
linen, not vellum, and should have raised lettering. Include your cell and home telephone numbers
and your email address.
3) Cold
Calling
You must employ cold calling in a down
economy (you have a better chance of getting in to see someone in a smaller
company as the larger companies usually insist that you apply online).
Make a list of all the possible
companies in your area then research them online, through their website or in
the library with research reports from such services as Standard & Poor’s.
Before going on your cold calling
trips, be certain to read up on the company in the event you are able to get
past the receptionist.
Mark the location of each company
on a local map so that you can efficiently cover more companies on each outing.
When you appear at the front
reception desk, ask to see someone in the Human Resources or Personnel
departments. If no one is available,
leave a business card and ask the receptionist who you should call.
Call and see if you can drop
in. If you must apply online, at least
you will have a name you can contact.
If you see a large number of
companies (minimum 25-30) and follow up periodically calling them, you have a better
chance of getting a job.
4) Interviewing
Do the research about the
company. Most people assure the
interviewer they would love to work for the company, but don’t know anything
about it.
Dress appropriately for the
interview. A conservative jacket &
slacks/skirt or business suit is best.
Do not wear facial jewelry.
During the interview, spend more
time explaining how you can contribute rather than what the salary and benefits
are.
If they ask you what salary you
expect, answer that you are flexible, are looking for an opportunity to
contribute to the company and are confident that the compensation will be
appropriate.
Be prepared to answer these
questions: what is your best trait and
what is your worst trait.
A good answer for your best trait
is to say, “My character. I’m honest,
loyal, flexible and I take responsibility to complete tasks assigned to me.”
For your worst trait, I have no
suggestions.
Be certain to get the business cards
of the interviewers and write them letters thanking them for their time and expressing
again your interest in contributing to the company.
If you don’t hear from them within
two weeks, call the interviewers on the telephone.
5) Networking
Networking is also crucial on
second and following jobs. Almost 80% of
such jobs come from networking.
Ask all your friends if they can
think of a position you might apply for.
Ask if they know anyone in the company and if you can use their name as
a reference.
Always carry your business cards to
social events. You never know when you
will meet someone who can help you.
Networking is more important than
ever as many companies will insist you apply online.
If you must apply online and
couldn’t get through to HR, try dropping in on a branch office and seeing a
manager. Mention that you have applied
online. It’s possible that the manager
can put in a good word for you.
Be prepared to face rejection, this
is a numbers game.
Have faith that persistence over a
period of time is a winning tactic.
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Note from Lisa Saunders, a former recruiter for National Field Service Corporation, who currently serves as their consulting field director in New England:
Post your a VERY detailed version of your resume on database sites. For online resumes, it's important, for example, to say PowerPoint, Excel, etc., instead of just Microsoft Office as some recruiters only do a search using the required skill buzz words given them by employers. Slightly edit your resume every week on these resume database sites so it appears on top when recruiters do searches.
In addition, there are probably several free job hunting workshops in your area. Attend them. You will learn new skills and may meet someone who can help you.
Volunteering/interning for organizations is very helpful in regard to networking and learning new skills. If you show up on time, are eager to learn, and demonstrate your dedication, you will be the first one they think of to either hire or recommend to associates when job openings occur.
Monday, January 5, 2015
Job Openings: How to Find Them
Click into live links for National and Local (New London County, CT) Job Openings:
Tailor to your location:
- http://www.indeed.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/job/home?trk=nav_responsive_sub_nav_jobs
- http://www.careerbuilder.com/
- http://www.job-hunt.org/
- http://www.monster.com/
- http://www.theladders.com/
- http://careeronestop.org/
- http://usajobs.gov/
- jooble-us.com
- Childcare: www.care.com
New London County, CT:
- Craigslist: http://newlondon.craigslist.org/
- Jobs in film: http://www.ct.gov/ecd/cwp/view.asp?a=3880&q=454846
- Groton School District: https://www.applitrack.com/groton/onlineapp/_application.aspx?starting=true
- Town of Groton: https://www.irecruit-us.com/index.php?OrgID=I20101202&pg=listings
- Mystic Aquarium: http://www.mysticaquarium.org/about/employment
- Mystic Seaport: http://www.mysticseaport.org/about/employment/
- Three Rivers Community College: http://www.trcc.commnet.edu/Div_Administrative/HumanResources/jobs.shtml
- University of CT: https://hcmprodweb.psoft.uconn.edu/psp/HRPRCGA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_PRE&Action=A&SiteId=1
- Mitchell College: http://community.mitchell.edu/page.aspx?pid=395
- Connecticut College: https://hcmprodweb.psoft.uconn.edu/psp/HRPRCGA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_PRE&Action=A&SiteId=1
- Eastern State Connecticut University
- CONNECTICUT:
- CT Dept. of Labor: http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/
- http://www.jobcentral.com/ct/index.asp
Rhode Island:
- University of Rhode Island: https://jobs.uri.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp
- Rhode Island Community College: https://jobs.ccri.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1377347742464
OTHER:Read this article on the importance of social networkings sites such LinkedIn.com at: Click here: How Social Recruiting Is Revolutionizing the Job Hunt: A Q&A with the CEO of JobFox - DailyFinance
Caution: some interviewers like to ask "behavioral" questions. See the complete list at: http://blog.emurse.com/2007/05/21/complete-list-of-behavioral-interview-questions/
Sunday, January 4, 2015
Media Releases: When, Why and How to Send Them
by Lisa Saunders, freelance copywriter/marketing specialist
One of the best ways to broadcast your news is to send the media a press release, otherwise known as a media or news release. Many authors assume their publishers will send out press releases and that when they give a talk, the hosting organization will send one out. They may, but usually it’s up to you to make sure the word gets out. So start gathering media contacts now!
After you’ve sent a press release to the media, then post it to your blog from where you can easily repost to your LinkedIn, Facebook, Google +, and other online media accounts (ask your friends to do the same). There are even press release sites that let you post it there for free.
The first step is to learn how to properly format a release that will interest a reporter (who wants to quickly know, “How will this benefit my readers?”) and to minimize the reporter’s rewriting work (they need it written in Associated Press style, for example, write a.m., not AM or A.M., spell things out, such as state names five letters or less). If possible, you will want to attach a high resolution photograph to which you own the copyrights-- publications loves images they don’t have to search or pay for.
The most important and “why should my readers care” information needs to be on top of your release. Don’t make the reporter search for the date and time of an event. Make it easy on them and make it short! They don’t like to open attachments, so put your information within the body of the e-mail.
There are many reasons to send out a press release:
· Your topic is closely associated with an awareness month.
· You are giving a lecture.
· You won an award. I got a lot of news coverage when I sent a release about me winning a beer stein hoisting contest—I used that news to promote my book about my ancestor’s hanging, which was urged on by Samuel Adams, also the name of the brewing company hosting the contest. (A U.S. Senator saw my news coverage and sent me a letter of congrats!)
One of my personal press releases that gained a lot of media coverage:
Email Subject: Mom asks CT to Stop # 1 Birth Defects Virus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: April 1, 2014
Lisa Saunders
P.O. Box 389, Mystic, CT 06355
Mom Asks CT to Become 2nd State in Nation to Stop #1 Birth Defects Virus
Mystic, Conn.— Lisa Saunders of Mystic didn’t know how to prevent contracting CMV (cytomegalovirus), which causes more disabilities than Down syndrome, until it was too late for her daughter Elizabeth born with a severely damaged brain.
On March 25, Connecticut’s Public Health Committee voted in favor of House Bill 5147, which includes a cytomegalovirus (CMV) public education program. At present, Utah is the only state that requires their Public Health Department to provide CMV education.
Saunders, the parent representative of the Congenital CMV Foundation, is now asking legislators to make Connecticut the second state in the Union to prevent the leading viral cause of birth defects by passing HB 5147. Congenital CMV can be prevented if women of childbearing age learn the precautions to take, which includes refraining from kissing their toddlers around the mouth.
According to a study posted on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, “fewer than half (44%) of OB/GYNs surveyed reported counseling their patients about preventing CMV infection” despite the following statistics from the CDC:
· About 1 in 150 children is born with congenital CMV infection (approximately 30,000 in the U.S. each year).
· Congenital CMV causes one child to become disabled every hour.
Saunders has been trying to raise CMV awareness for years through her speaking engagements and books, including Anything But a Dog! The perfect pet for a girl with congenital CMV (cytomegalovirus), and most recently her travel memoir, Mystic Seafarer’s Trail, where she jokes she's trying to get thin and famous like Amelia Earhart (secretly married in Noank), so people will listen to her CMV prevention message.
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