Saras View of Life with Sara Troy airs from December 15th on.
2015 had a rocky start for me, my Mama was dieing and I could not go home to see her, she passed February 14th when the Angels that I ask my Facebook community to send came to her taking her peacefully home.
Mama Joanna and I in 1990
With the loss in my heart, my dearest friend, cheer leader, advocate and best friend Jan Berney invited me to Mexico with her as her guest. WOW to give a gift like this is mind blowing a whole 2 weeks in Puerto Vallarta in a friend apartment on the 9th floor which opened up to the sea to sky view, it was wonderful so much needed and a memory I will keep forever, such gratitude I have for her not only for this but for EVERY thing she has done for me through the years, she is my personal Angel.
When I returned from Mexico it was time to make some changes, the stations name had to change to reflect what it really stands for, some other issues had to be defined and my life had to find some much needed equilibrium. So the station went from PLV Radio to Self Discovery Radio and it opened us up so much more to the public.
It has been a year of recursiveness a journey in a self discovery of me and what I stand for. This station means everything to me, I am so proud of what I am doing here and what this station stands for, freedom to be, embracement of one’s gifts, celebration of meaningful purpose, and spot lighting those incredible people making a difference in our world, healing it, liberating it and inviting others to do the same.
Now with the Magazine collaboration in play and so much more to come in 2016, I walk my path in truth passion conviction and love for I am where I am meant to be doing what I was designed to do. My lifes work is here. wellness-woman-40-and-beyond-magazine
So thank you 2015 for what you have taught me, I know that 2016 has such wonders awaiting for me and I know that I will walk them with pride, conviction and divine passion, for it is my journey in life to do so.
All new show will resume January 5th 2016. Enjoy some oldies in the meantime.
Saras View of Life with Sara Troy airs from December 8th
Peace Joy Love and Kindness to our Global Community this Christmas.
Am I getting old? Are manners thing of the past? Are the words like “Thank you and Please” gone forever? The word courtesy is not even in the modern day dictionary. Is anyone teaching our children to use these words? When someone takes the time to say a simple thank you, it makes you feel more valued, that whatever you did for this person was appreciated.
Do any of you remember Carol Kings song “you’ve got to get every morning with a smile of you face and show the world all the love in your heart…” Don’t you feel different when someone greats you with a smile? When there is some positive energy about you don’t you feel inspired? A simple smile a courtesy, a please and thank you goes a long way to making our day a more pleasant one.
We are in the big busy Christmas season, where every one and their dog are out shopping. It is crowded and noisy and you can’t find anything that you want to buy. Frustration grows, your are a reasonable person but this lineup is way to long, and the sales clerk is no help and you can’t find that perfect gift and every one is in a hurry AAAARRRRGGGGG
Courtesy goes out the window. It is like a domino effect. When one person is in a bad mood it affects everyone else, the vibe around you are oppressing, and suddenly you can’t stand to shop any more.
Here are some tips to help you through this hectic season.
1: Do not leave it all to the last moment, plan at least 2-3 trips to different stores and allow yourself the time to look around before just buying.
2: Do as much research as you possibly can, like looking in flyers, magazines, T.V ads, go on line, get some ideas of what you want before you go.
3: Even ask the person that you are buying for, to give you a list of items that they want, and choose something from that.
4: Try not to go at the weekends, dinnertime is good (if your stores are open late during this season) because everyone else is eating. You can have a tranquil dinner later knowing that your shopping is out of the way. Always allow for a coffee/tea/booze break so as to replenish yourself.
5: If you have no idea what to buy your teenager niece or nephew or sons and daughters get them certificates, they love to shop after Christmas when the sales are on (but for your own kids also get a little gift that is personal like jewellery, tickets to a concert something that shows them that you made an effort, that means you care). As for the younger ones, ask their mum, failing that books, movies, music and colouring stuff are always good. Babies, educational toys for the age of the child are always a good idea. DON’T FORGET THE PETS TOO.
6: Wives, do not get her something for the house, if you buy for the house give to the house, for your wife it must always be something that makes her feel loved and valued. Jewellery, night gowns (get the size right) a beautiful romantic scarf, a Spa date, weekend with friends, tickets to a fabulous dinner and show, music or books that she really likes. Remember you live with this woman, give her a gift that says that you love her and know her, or you will pay the price later. All a women wants is to know that you have made the effort.
7. Husbands, is it sports, tools, new tech? they love it all, but again something very intimate that shows him it is specially for him from you telling him he is loved.
8. For your mums/dads, it is the same thing; it is not the big price tag the means so much, but the thought and effort that you put into it. Family movie, Photo album, and evening out or trip away, music or movie a new book. Get the kids to make them something that is a gift for everyone.
9: Ladies, your man wants to know how you feel about him too, so buy something practical because he will value the practical side of you, but also something sexy and a little off the wall so he knows that you still want to have fun.
10: In-laws are difficult to buy for, so play it safe, unless you know them well. Buy something Christmassy like a Christmas cake, bottle of good wine/brandy/champagne. Chocolates are great to give if they like the brand. Christmas decoration for the tree is good, so that they can remember you every year.Again a family video of the year, photos and a dinner certificate, Calendars also, they can have one in each room. Take heed of religious convictions and never buy anything that can offend.
11: Now when you give them their gifts and you hear, “ You should not have” always say, “ Of course I should, you are worth it.” And when receiving a gift, even if you don’t like it, always say, “thank you for the effort that you put into this gift, I feel very special”
12. Remember your neighbour, the senior on their own, the single family struggling, homemade gifts, like cakes jams art, calendars etc are wonderful especially when they come from the children and given with love and pride. Make a package from all the neighbours to these people so they know they are not alone and someone cares.
SET AN EXAMPLE AND GIVE A FAMILY GIFT TO SOMEONE IN NEED, THE GIFT OF GIVING. Give a gift of a Wheel Chair freewheelchairmission.org/donateand change someones life for the better.
No home unsure future, help out a Refugee and bring the meaning of loving humanity into the forfront. http://e-activist.com/ea-action/action/Canada give them some hope.
Homeless. Gift certificates for the closest grocery store, or restaurant, a package of socks, gloves, scarves, hats, toiletries, goodies, give them to them directly of if you know of a church or place where they feed them and they can hand them out. A note that you care will fill their hearts.
COURTESY it is one of our biggest assets, it cost nothing, but it goes a long way, and is always appreciated. So when someone this year has taken the time to make an effort to do something for you, feel appreciative, and acknowledge the time and energy that it took to such a thing, and be grateful that you are the recipient. If you cannot reciprocate in material things at least reciprocate in time and effort. Time is very valuable and this will always be appreciated.
REMEMBER THE HOMELESS, LONELY, FORGOTTEN, PETS, GIVE A GIFT OF LOVE, FOOD, CLOTHING, TREATS, CANDY, TIME AND RESPECT.
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Sara’s View Of Life with Sara Troy aired December 1st-
December, a month we look at buying gifts, getting ready for Christmas and celebrating the festivities. Let it also be a time for KINDNESS, for GRATITUDE, for GIVING, for LOVE.
Do not get caught up in the buying frenzy putting yourself in debt or keeping up with the Joneses, this is a time for GIVING, but of your SPIRIT, your KINDNESS, your HEART and your DIVINE LOVE.
Song by Daniela Andrade.
Gratitude of being, of giving, of sharing and of living is what this season is all about, let us not forget it.
Support your local food banks, think of the homeless, the lonely, the single parents, the elderly, the singles and the children.
Good gifts to also give as a family is food, hats, scarves, socks, coats, blankets, sleeping bags, kids toys, art books crayons, books to write in, novels for parents, toiletries, and so much more.
Goats make great gifts! When you buy a goat, sheep, donkey or chicken through Unwrapped, you are supporting Oxfam’s programs. These gifts are not just about food security – they’re also about ensuring communities have access to marketable products, like milk, wool or eggs. A single goat can create greater self- sufficiency, self-esteem and educational opportunities for recipients and their families. – See more at:
Saras View of Life with your host Sara Troy aired from November 17th on.
Paris, my heart is with you, it is with all the souls that have flown home too soon, it is with those who lost loved ones and hearts are broken, it is with those who thought in courage to save Paris and those who housed parisians and others in keeping them safe, it is with those who believe that Paris will not only survive but thrive again in love, in beauty, in comradery and that Paris will be safe once more to embrace the love of life.
I share my wonderful memories of Paris and the love it leaves in your heart.
DON’T LET ISIS WIN KEEP YOUR SOUL IN GOD’S EMBRACE.
Sara Troy with Saras View of Life, aired from November 10th-on.
Loneliness is a silent killer. Being forgotten, ignored, or simply unseen does real harm — not only to our seniors, but also to our homeless community members and those in major life transitions. When someone has shared a life with a partner and that person is suddenly gone, it leaves a space no one else can fill. What they often long for most is simple, daily human interaction.
Loneliness is a complex and deeply personal experience. It isn’t just being physically alone — it’s feeling emotionally disconnected, misunderstood, or invisible, even in a crowd. It may emerge from grief, from a move to a new place, from aging, or from the struggle to build meaningful relationships. For some, loneliness passes quickly. But for others, it lingers and weighs heavily, affecting both mental and physical wellbeing. At the same time, loneliness can invite reflection — a chance to understand our needs more clearly and to grow from within.
I may be social and interactive, yet I know loneliness too. I know what it feels like to wonder if anyone cares whether you live or die. That’s why we must not turn our backs on those who are struggling — whether they are elders or individuals facing hardship.
Instead, let us bridge the generations. Let us allow youth to learn from the wisdom of those who have lived long and full lives — and let elders glimpse the future through the eyes of tomorrow’s leaders. In connection, both are enriched. In community, no one has to feel alone.
Take a look at these videos and be the change they need.
What can be done to bridge that gap between being alone and reaching out to society? Here is one marvelous idea that also bridges the gap between youth and their elders.
Let us not forget anyone this Christmas. Let us not leave anyone alone, PLEASE.
Here are 7 tips to help you protect your aging parents from some of the risks of loneliness.
1. Maintain frequent contact. Even if you’re used to calling Mom or Dad on a monthly basis or less, it’s time to increase the frequency. If they’ve hit a milestone birthday, lost a spouse or other important person, or can’t drive any longer, they need more contact. You don’t need any special reason. Just make it a regular thing and call often. My husband calls his 90-year-old mom, Alice every day. She’s independent and gets out a lot, but she still needs to hear his voice.
2. Visit in person at regular intervals. Not only is it better than a call because you can see what is going on, but it is also best for the senior to see you, get a hug from you or feel the benefit of your physical presence. If distance and time make this a challenge, consider using Skype(TM), or another video to make contact a visible event. If your aging parent is difficult and this is not enjoyable for you, keep it brief, but make it regular.
3. Check out community resources for elders where your parent lives. Most urban and suburban areas have senior centers with good opportunities to connect and make friends. Entertainment and social games such as bingo are offered. If your aging parent was never a “joiner”, you can at least encourage him or her to give it a try. You can accompany your loved one to an event for seniors, arrange transportation or otherwise facilitate the process. Getting started in making connections with some support may turn a shy and lonely elder into a happier one.
4. Take your aging parent to events she may enjoy. Concerts, theater, community festivals, comedy, and other social activities are best enjoyed with company. If your parent has you to go with him, he may have a chance to do things he could never do alone. Start with things your parent has liked in the past, locate some doing your online research and offer to get tickets, and arrange transportation.
5. Ask your aging parent questions about such things as lottery entries and contests. Some elders become quite addicted to entering things like these and can’t tell a legitimate lotto game from a ripoff scheme. If you are available in person, check the mail and the contest entry forms. Look for phony offers of “prizes” or letters saying “you’ve won!”. When there are strings attached, such as having to pay fees to get winnings, it is not legitimate.
6. For distance caregivers, consider hiring a geriatric care manager to check in on your aging parent at regular intervals. You don’t have to have a housebound elder to use a geriatric care manager. These professionals are often nurses or social workers, experienced in matching the elder’s needs to community resources for improved socialization. They can find the activities, work out the logistics and go with the elder in your place if you are far away.
7. Consider teaching your elder to use technology to maintain connections. A computer with a camera is a bridge to anyone in the family. Even an aging parent who has never touched a computer before can learn if willing. Alice learned to use the internet at age 86 to pay her bills. Now, she’s on it every day. If she can’t find something she wants, she uses GoogleGOOG +0.27%. It has opened a world to her. If you’re not good at teaching, perhaps a kind grandchild will do the job or you can get grandma to attend a first timer’s computer class. From our experience, the effort is so worth it
2015 had a rocky start for me, my Mama was dieing and I could not go home to see her, she passed February 14th when the Angels that I ask my Facebook community to send came to her taking her peacefully home.
So thank you 2015 for what you have taught me, I know that 2016 has such wonders awaiting for me and I know that I will walk them with pride, conviction and divine passion, for it is my journey in life to do so.
Am I getting old? Are manners thing of the past? Are the words like “Thank you and Please” gone forever? The word courtesy is not even in the modern day dictionary. Is anyone teaching our children to use these words? When someone takes the time to say a simple thank you, it makes you feel more valued, that whatever you did for this person was appreciated.
We are in the big busy Christmas season, where every one and their dog are out shopping. It is crowded and noisy and you can’t find anything that you want to buy. Frustration grows, your are a reasonable person but this lineup is way to long, and the sales clerk is no help and you can’t find that perfect gift and every one is in a hurry AAAARRRRGGGGG
December, a month we look at buying gifts, getting ready for Christmas and celebrating the festivities. Let it also be a time for KINDNESS, for GRATITUDE, for GIVING, for LOVE.
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