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My Dear Friends,   

How’s that New Years Fitness Resolution Working for you? J One of our Cyndi’s Secrets™ Society Members is faced with a common dilemma – the treadmill resolution rut! And since everybody is thinking about the Academy Awards this week I would also like to introduce you to an award winning Hollywood editor originally from Detroit. Let me share my Cyndi’s Secrets™! 

In today’s Blog: 

v    The Treadmill Resolution Rut!
v    Hollywood/Detroit Award Winning Film Editor! (Photo)
v    Parting Shot!  

The Treadmill Resolution Rut! 

Please be aware that any advice in the below entry is not intended to be a substitute for medical or psychological counseling

 Dear Cyndi, 
I have been on the treadmill for nearly a month now and only lost 4lbs. Uggg! ….Any Suggestions? 

 P.H.
Lincoln Park, MI 

 My Dear P.H.,

First of all DON’T STOP!  Instead, keep GO! GO! GOING! I’m with you all the way. Many people get frustrated after feverishly delving into the New Year with ambitious weight loss intentions. These lofty goals all too often seem to fizzle away far faster than excess fat or winter snow can melt. Try my top tips for plowing through a weight loss challenge:
 

 

 

Chill! You just lost 4 pounds! It may not be as much as you wanted to lose but at least you did NOT gain. That makes it a great start!

Plateaus are normal. This is the time when most people quit. Please ………. Pussssssh Through! You CAN do it!

Make sure that you are reaching your healthy target heart rate while doing cardio such as the treadmill to ensure that you are burning fat efficiently! There are various formulas but a simple way to do this is to use what is called the Rate of Perceived Exertion.(RPE) That means you listen to your body and pay attention to how hard you are working out. The goal is to challenge your body without over doing it!

Start logging what you are eating. Count every morsel! No Cheating! 

You must do some toning and weight bearing exercises. These will help you burn fat faster during your cardio routine. There are a number of books and DVD’s on the market. You can try my book ERASE YOUR WAIST (Sourcebooks) or my DVD “Cyndi’s Secrets™ Love Your CORE”.

 My dear P.H., Perhaps the most important tip is this –
 Remember that you are more than a number on a scale. 
You are a valuable and beautiful being. (inside and out)

 Live, Love and Laugh! 

Cyndi Targosz 
PS. For using your question we are sending you a copy of my best selling CD DRIVE TO FITNESS (Workout and Stress Management in your Car, Home or offiice) 

 Hollywood/Detroit Award Winning Film Editor! 

In my travels I am fortunate to meet some really cool and interesting people. It’s extra fun when I discover that they are former Detroiters. Since everybody is talking about this year’s academy award season I thought it would be neat to recognize a talented Hollywood/Detroit award winning editor. David Lloyd is one such individual. He was born and raised in Detroit and now is on the faculty of the USC School of Cinematic Arts in California. USC is known to be one of the most prestigious cinema schools in the world. David teaches a popular motion picture editing class at the university.  In addition to teaching, David has numerous award winning credentials. He received a Cable ACE award for the cable feature, Black Magic. His other editing credits include When a Stranger Calls Back (1993), The Osterman Weekend (1983), Moonlighting (1985), Stepford Husbands (1996), Crime Stories (1998) and the award-winning War Dogs. 

Below is a photo of me with David and some friends hanging out at Jerry’s Deli in Woodland Hills, CA. Here we are pontificating about our thoughts regarding this years “best picture” nominations.
  (That’s what Hollywood types do during spare time – LOL!) 

From left to right is me and then Harry DeLigter who is the President and CEO of  www.LightworksAV.com  which is an Enlightening Media Company for audio and video. After Harry is artist and teacher Elaine Alghan. At the far right is David Lloyd.

  Parting Shot!
  



  With my Cyndi’s Secrets™ you can expect inside scoop and behind the scenes action mixed in with the latest healthy lifestyle tips and relationship advice that you won’t get anywhere else. You know – Big City News delivered with a Midwest heart! J I am proud to say that we are being read all over the world including France, Poland, Kenya, and Canada to name a few. 

 Don’t forget to send me your questions. Should I use one of your questions in a blog entry I will send you a free copy of my best selling CD DRIVE TO FITNESS! Let’s keep building our society. Let me help you find your inner STARGLOW! 

In fact, make sure you check the Cyndi’s Secrets™ FREEP.com blog regularly. To get the link delivered directly to your e-mail address, log onto www.starglow.com and sign up for your personal complimentary Cyndi’s Secrets™ E-zine subscription. You can be the first to get the latest photos and news to help you achieve your personal best in mind, body and spirit. I’m talking about dating, fitness, fashion, diet, guy talk, girl talk, life stuff and whatever our hearts desire. Share this with your friends.This page is all about us! Your feedback is helpful so please do not be shy about sharing your thoughts. Comment as much as you like.  You do not have to be from Detroit to log on and comment.  

Life is too short so I say – enjoy!
 
 Love ya,
Cyndi Targosz

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 Be the Personal Best YOU Can Be!  Ooo la la!

1. 1) In large skillet, melt margarine over medium heat. Sauté garlic. Add chicken breasts, rosemary, and salt and pepper. Cook until chicken breasts begin to brown, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet. 
2.   
3. 2) In a small bowl, combine orange juice, marmalade, cornstarch, and 3 tablespoons of water. Pour mixture into skillet. Heat 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring, until orange mixture begins to thicken. Add chicken back to skillet. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Tah Dah!  J

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Beauty Night at Neiman Marcus! (Photos) 

One of the most delightful pleasures of being a woman is Beauty Night at Neiman Marcus! In fact, research shows that during a poor economy, and that includes the great depression, the sales of makeup rises. It is the one affordable splurge that women manage to include in their budget. And why not? It certainly helps to make the world a prettier place.   

This week I personally took part in Beauty Night at Neiman Marcus in the Westfield Topanga Mall in Woodland Hills, CA.  This was a special by invitation only event. I was treated to champagne, macaroons and other goodies served by handsome male models. Women dished about  the latest trends (including coral makeup) and a fun evening of girl giggles was had by all. 

 In the photo below is my friend Heidi Kash with me at the Lancome counter. She is one of Hollywood’s most talented make-up artists. Heidi has a loyal following because she takes time to listen to her customers. I’ve even heard her recommend brands other other than her own on occasion because she would rather lose a sale than sell a woman the wrong product.  Because she has such a caring attitude, ladies line up for her advice.  

In the next shot  Heidi puts the finishing makeup touches on her client Allan Jeane

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Here are a few photos taken this past week:.
 
This first shot is of me doing a little "friendly flirting" with you through the eyes of my blackberry lense. ;)

This next photo is a hiking shot overlooking the mountains in LA. Hiking always helps me burn calories and provides a lot of mind, body and spirit rejuvenation!

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My Dear Friends, 

Regular gym rats know that in January and February you can expect to find the weight room overly crowded. I personally love to see lots of new people setting goals to “get fit” in 2010. However, not all members of the Cyndi’s Secrets™ Society (CSS) appreciate the crowds.  You can read below about the frustration of one of our CSS members.  

Having survived the 1994 Northridge Earthquake in California I could not ignore in good conscious the recent disaster in Haiti. My experience was horrible but not nearly as horrific as what all these poor people have to endure. You can help. For now- let me share my Cyndi’s Secrets™ 

In today’s Blog: 

v    Waiting for Weights at a Crowded Gym!
v    Donate to Help Haiti + Get a Collectible Pinup
v    Fun Photo – Louis Chop House! 


Waiting for Weights at a Crowded Gym! 

Please be aware that any advice in the Cyndi’s Secrets™ blog is not intended to be a substitute for medical or psychological counseling. 

Hey Cyndi,

The gym is so crowded and it is driving me crazy. I can’t stand waiting around while some jerk hogs the equipment. What do you suggest I do to keep my heart rate up while I wait? I don’t want to look stupid especially since we have lots of cute girls at my gym. Sure I can talk to them but then I would lose my focus and probably look really stupid. Any advice? 

Brad, 23 Sterling Heights     


 My Dear Brad, 

Thank you for your question. I am thrilled that you are so concerned about staying focused at the gym. However, let me put you at ease a bit and then give you some great suggestions. First, when you are lifting weights, you do not have to keep your heart rate up so high that it is pounding. In fact it is very beneficial to rest in between sets. So in between machines, take a few minutes to gently stretch the muscles you just worked. You can also throw a yoga mat or a towel on the floor and take the opportunity to do some crunches. And if somebody’s still taking his sweet time after you’ve done a few crunches, flip over on your stomach and stretch your back by raising your right arm and your left leg off the floor. Hold it in that position for 30 seconds. Be sure to switch sides back and forth a few times. If you are ever stuck with a wait between cardio machines however, you will want to keep your heart rate going at a moderate pace. I’m not a big fan of running in place but you can do that or toss a jump rope in your gym bag. Heck, your can even pretend to jump rope, which is cool because there’s zero chance of tripping. You can also use the rope for lassoing that guy off of the treadmill. Just Kidding! LOL! And if all else fails, try walking back and forth to the water fountain. Hopefully the machine hog will get the picture.  

Live, Love and Laugh! 

Cyndi Targosz

PS. For using your question we are sending you a copy of my best selling CD 
"DRIVE TO FITNESS" (Workout and Stress Management in your Car, Home or office) 

For more Fitness Advice pick up a copy of TEN MINUTE TONE-UPS FOR DUMMIES (Wiley)

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Donate to Help Haiti + Get a Collectible Pinup  

If you haven’t donated to Help Haiti yet, or  have and want to help  more, here’s another opportunity. From now till the end of February, 2010, when you purchase an autographed (“16” x “20”) “Cyndi Targosz American Spirit” pinup, STARGLOW Productions Inc. will donate $5.00 to the Archdiocese of Detroit Catholic Relief Services to Help Haiti. In addition to that you will be supporting our troops as we will also donate, as always, a portion of our profits to select Armed Services & Veteran’s Organizations. I am very proud to have posed for this limited edition lithograph painted by famous modern day pinup artist Kent Steine. It’s done in the style of Vargas, Petty, and classic pinups. However, I am even more grateful to be able to do something to help those in Haiti as well as our Troops through its sales. Won’t you please help too? If not through this organization then choose one of your own and please help. Click the link below for more info. God Bless! J 

     

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 Fun Photo

 Here is a shot of me relaxing at the piano lounge at Louis Chop house in Chesterfield, MI. When you dine at Louis you feel as if “Old Blue Eyes – Frank Sinatra” is going to walk into the room. Yummy food too! 



 

 

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 Be sure to visit the Cyndi’s Secrets Society page regularly. Here I give you the latest tips to help you achieve your personal best in mind, body and spirit. I’m talking about dating, fitness, fashion, diet, guy talk, girl talk, life stuff and whatever our hearts desire. Of course, I always add a dash of fun along the way. This page is all about us!  Feel FREE! Comment as much as you like.  You do not have to be from Detroit to log on and comment. For more info check out my site www.starglow.com  I’d like to offer you a complimentary subscription to my Cyndi’s Secrets™ E-Zine!  Life is too short so I say – enjoy!  
 
 Love ya,
Cyndi Targosz

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My Dear Friends, 

With Valentines Day just around the corner I have been getting a lot of relationship questions. Today’s question comes from a 51 year old woman who is in love with a 22 year old younger man. After you read her dilemma and my response I would love to hear your comments. Feel free to log into this blog and comment to your hearts content. For now- let me share my Cyndi’s Secrets!

 In today’s Blog:

                               Her Boyfriend’s Mom is a Train Wreck – Help!
                              The Color Blue Is Cool now! ( See Fun Photos) 

Her Boyfriend’s Mom is a Train Wreck – Help! 

Please be aware that any advice in the below entry is not intended to be a substitute for medical or psychological counseling. 

Hello Cyndi, 

I just finished reading DATING THE YOUNGER MAN (Adams Media) which was given to me for Christmas by my 22 tear old BT (Boy Toy) of 1.7 years as of today. I learned quite a bit but nothing prepared me for “The Train Wreck Mom”. My Boy Toy’s Mom (BTM) could be the poster child. Not only is she controlling and manipulative, she also leaves casualties in her wake. I have never met the woman (I shudder at the very thought) but she blew a gasket when she found out about me right after Thanksgiving. It was an ugly scene. 

The parents had been suspicious for a few months about their son’s intermittent overnight outings with his best friend. Since the best friend lives some distance away they bought it. Of course he was coming to stay with me as we live three hours apart and his best friend was a surefire alibi. Unfortunately he used a new alibi the last time he visited which fell through. I’m not sure if his living a double life was the final straw or my age (51) or a combination of the two. Not only did she refer to me as a “sick pervert” but also called me a sociopath……………..  Wow! The husband has no choice but to side with her lest she become verbally or physically abusive. 

Your advice with this type of BTM (Train Wreck Mom) is to cut the cord. I thought about this from the start because of the things I’ve heard about her. I also thought of this right after “the cat was out of the bag” ………………………….  The conundrum? We do not want to part. We have an incredibly strong connection and truly love each other. He scored as a “keeper” (date him or dump him quiz in the book). The only saving grace is that he graduates from college in June and will be moving out shortly thereafter. I don’t know what might happen but I am along for the ride. When we met half-way last Saturday my ring finger was sized at Ben Bridge. 

 My family does not pose a problem but getting married (have never been) may never come to fruition if the Train Wreck Mom has anything to say about it. Big Sigh.

 I would love to hear back from you. 

 Thank You. 
JGK    

My Dear JGK, 

Thank you for your feedback. I am thrilled that you enjoyed my book DATING THE YOUNGER MAN. For those reading this who are not familiar with my material  in its entirety I want to first express that for our purposes the term "Boy Toy" is meant to be a loving and "playful "term and should not be thought of in a negative manner.  I am afterall, also a comedic actress. Now - on to the serious stuff:
 
To address your question let me say this - WHOA!  
Let’s just take a step back. 

You say your Boy Toys Mom is the poster child of a Train Wreck Mom and that his dad has no choice but to side with her. You mention that she is controlling and manipulative and fear that she has abusive behavior. Yet my dear JGK- you have never met either of these people. That is a pretty strong opinion to have of 2 people that you have never met. 

Now, it is true that when a woman dates a younger man it is often the man’s mother who has the most difficult time. This is of course understandable as women are very protective of their children. If a couple is truly in a loving relationship the mother will often eventually come around. In fairness to a mother, she needs time. Rarely is she what I call a Train Wreck Mom. In my book I explain this in detail. For our readers let’s review what I wrote about the Train Wreck Mom. Please remember that MOST Moms do NOT fall into this category. Here is a segment from my book DATING THE YOUNGER MAN which references the Train Wreck Mom. 

“There is no nice way to say this. Some BTM’s (Boy Toy Moms) are a train wreck. I’m referring to the dysfunctional family where everything revolves around a controlling and manipulative matriarch. Unless you want to have a puppet master pulling your and your Boy Toys strings, it is best to cut the rope rather than tie the knot. In the mind of a train wreck mom, no woman can ever take her place, so you do not have a chance no matter what your age. She would think nothing of destroying his happiness if it meant saving her own. She controls through guilt, often acts like a victim, and exudes a false sense of power. In truth, she is insecure and exhibits low self worth. Do not be surprised if he adores her, since she coddles him constantly. Be prepared for the nasty comments and sneers she will give you every chance she gets. This woman is cruel and abusive. If you decide to “stand by your man” in spite of the train wreck mom’s shenanigans, don’t expect this behavior to end any time soon. These relationships usually do not work. Unless you are willing to put up with a lifetime of verbal abuse, the sooner you get off that track the better” 

Ok- That is what I wrote in the book as a ‘generic’ description of a train wreck mom but now let’s re-visit your specific situation. You mention clearly that your boyfriend has been living a double life and using an alibi to see you. Let me ask you this – If you were a mother and your son was lying to you and leading a double life how would that make you feel? Would you be ready to welcome with open arms his new woman into your life? Let’s not forget that you are older and there still are a lot of predatory negative stereotypes circulating in our culture. You have to ask yourself whether she truly is a Train Wreck Mom or are you and your boyfriend giving her an unfair label? I reiterate that you have NEVER even met this woman. 

Perhaps the best bet is to strive for a fresh start. Your boyfriend can begin the healing process by apologizing to his parents for the double life he has been living and for keeping you a secret. Make arrangements to meet socially as a peace offering. Normally I would recommend a brief meeting at first but since you live so far apart and so much has already occurred, dinner makes more sense. Stay in a hotel as she will need space and time to digest it all. Send flowers ahead of time with a nice note that says, “I look forward to meeting you.” Above all give her time to get to know you and your intentions for her son and his intentions for you.  Let her know that you truly care and love her son. Do not be overbearing and for goodness sakes do NOT be overly clingy. Behave with respect as she is his mother.
 
Well that being said – you still may find out that your boyfriend’s mom is indeed The Train Wreck Mom. If so, at least you tried your best and you found out fairly. You then must decide if you and your boyfriend choose to endure the problems that are sure to exist. Ask yourself whether he stands up for you or takes her side? You mention that he passed the DATE HIM OR DUMP HIM QUIZ from my book. That is a positive start but it is only the beginning of whether a relationship can work or not. As you deal with his mother remember, make sure that both you and your boyfriend have all the qualities necessary to make up a good relationship such as trust and respect for each other. Good Luck as you explore this relationship with a fresh attitude.  

Live, Love and Laugh! 

Cyndi Targosz
PS. For using your question we are sending you a copy of my best selling CD DRIVE TO FITNESS (Workout and Stress Management in your Car, Home or office) 


For more Relationship Advice pick up a copy of DATING THE YOUNGER MAN (Adams Media)---     

 
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The Color Blue Is Cool now! (See Fun Photos)  


The Color of the moment is blue. Here are just a few shots in cool blue.  J 
I love to mix cheap chic with better pieces to create my own personal style. This is a great way to have a fun wardrobe on a budget.  In the following pictures I'm wearing a BeBe dress as my style base paired with a Penneys Hoodie Jacket. My tights are from Target and the fun leggings are ordered from a Fredericks of Hollywood Catologue. (tee hee). The shoes are by Franco Sarto which I got on sale at Nordstrom. They are very comfortable yet sexy and a great find for this season.



Below You can tell a part of me is "The Thinker"!



Feel free to comment and post photos that show your personal style. Hey guys- that means you too! :)





 With my Cyndi’s Secrets™ you can expect inside scoop and behind the scenes action mixed in with the latest healthy lifestyle tips and relationship advice that you won’t get anywhere else. You know – Big City News delivered with a Midwest heart! J I am proud to say that we are being read all over the world including France, Poland, Kenya, and Canada to name a few.  

In fact, make sure you check the Cyndi’s Secrets™ FREEP.com blog regularly. To get the link delivered directly to your e-mail address, be sure to log onto www.starglow.com and sign up for your personal complimentary Cyndi’s Secrets™ E-zine subscription. You can be the first to get the latest photos and news as soon as it is posted. Share this with your friends   Don’t forget to send me your questions. Should I use one of your questions in a blog entry I will send you a free copy of my best selling CD DRIVE TO FITNESS! Let’s keep building our society. Let me help you find your inner STARGLOW! 

 Be sure to visit the Cyndi’s Secrets Society page regularly. Here I give you the latest tips to help you achieve your personal best in mind, body and spirit. I’m talking about dating, fitness, fashion, diet, guy talk, girl talk, life stuff and whatever our hearts desire. Of course, I always add a dash of fun along the way. This page is all about us! Your feedback is helpful so please do not be shy about sharing your thoughts. Feel FREE! Comment as much as you like.  You do not have to be from Detroit to log on and comment. For more info check out my site www.starglow.com  I’d like to offer you a complimentary subscription to my Cyndi’s Secrets™ E-Zine!  Life is too short so I say – enjoy!   

 Love ya,

Cyndi Targosz

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My Dear Friends, 

Happy New Year! It’s Twenty Ten and a great time to make some positive changes in your life. However, in this New Year it may seem harder than years past to stay motivated due to the tough economical climate and turbulent times.  Whether it is the New Year or not, if any part of your life sucks it can be way too easy to turn to food for comfort.  I want to help you discover how to recognize and satisfy your real hunger. Let me share my Cyndi’s Secrets™

 In today’s Blog:

v    Life Sucks, So Pig Out – Not!
v    Holiday and Winter Traveling ( See Fun Photos)

 Life Sucks, So Pig Out – Not!

 Experts have now defined hunger in terms of physical hunger and emotional hunger. Physical hunger is defined as the point at which the body informs you of the need for food, as in a growling stomach. In contrast, emotional hunger is when a person eats to satisfy an emotional response like a reaction to anxiety, loneliness, or stress. You know that visit to the freezer whenever anything goes wrong. Let’s face it – we all become emotionally upset at one time or another, especially during these tough times. It’s a very human quality. However, when some people let their emotions get out of control they can – and often do – turn to eating out of control. Over time, this emotional and out-of-control hunger can cause eating problems. This can lead to food-related disorders like obesity and compulsive eating. 

Food can bring on and satisfy many emotions – joy, excitement, anxiety, and even stress. People develop many emotional responses to food. Here are a few examples:

·       As a child were you ever given a treat to stop crying, or promised an ice cream cone if your were good?
·       Did your parents ever threaten to take away your dessert if you didn’t eat your meal?
·       Does boredom or loneliness ever send you in search of  a snack in the refrigerator?
·       Do you find yourself grabbing a cookie just after you’ve gotten upset or dishing out ice cream just because you are bored?
·       Do you make popcorn just because you are going to watch a movie?
·       Do you reach for certain foods referred to as “comfort foods”, like macaroni and cheese, meat loaf, or mashed potatoes, because they bring you comfort? 

So did you find some familiar behaviors within yourself? You can now begin to understand why you react to food the way you do! It seems simple now that you think about it this way, doesn’t it? If you use food to relieve stress, anxiety, boredom, or loneliness, then you are sure to have negative consequences. Using it as a reward or punishment is just as bad. Doing so gives food the power to control you and your emotional responses. Be careful not to send a message that food is the answer to all your problems. Sure we've all got problems but in this brand New Year – Don’t let food rule your life. Rather, YOU Rule! 

 Holiday and Winter Traveling! 
Here are just a few shots of my Winter Holiday Travel.  J  










For more great tips to satisying your emotional and physical hunger while losing weight check out my book THE ONLY DIET BOOK YOU'LL EVER NEED (Adams Media)
 
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My Dear Friends, 

I’d like to start today’s blog entry with a note of congratulations to my nephew Michael Cimino. Michael has just signed his letter of intent to play basketball for the University of Michigan Dearborn. I am so proud of him for all his hard work and dedication.  His dream of playing college basketball will come true! But this really means more than basketball. As a result of Michael’s achievement I’ve written a Message to Michael that can apply to all of us. Let me share my Cyndi’s Secrets™

 In today’s Blog:
v    Tiger and My Message to Michael!
v    Technicolor Golf Classic + World Class Athletes ( See Fun Photos) 


Message to Michael! 

My Dear Michael, 

I just wanted to congratulate you for fulfilling your dream of playing basketball in college.You have worked long and hard and truly deserve this honor. What you may not realize though is that even if you did not achieve this position I would still be very proud of you. You see dear Michael in my eyes it matters not whether you won this position or not. To me the important thing is that you gave it your all. 

Our society nowadays often forgets about “the journey” and yet dear Michael it truly is the “journey” that counts. You see we live in times where athletes are often put on ridiculous pedestals. All you have to do is look at Tiger Woods and his pristine image that has faded into the deepest sand trap of his career. His true character has come forward. Many of us are truly disappointed, myself included. The fact is Tiger Woods is a human being with flesh and blood which makes him capable of screwing up royally. All athletes and celebrities are mere mortals. It’s time that we take athletes and any celebrity off of the pedestal. (Hopefully Tiger will rise above this and learn from his mistakes) 

On a positive note – perhaps there is a strong lesson for all of us and for you specifically as you begin your next chapter in life. What I am trying to say is that your character as a person is far more important that any accomplishment you may ever achieve. I pray that you always build on your character as a person and place people and good life choices above and beyond anything you achieve or accomplish. It’s so easy to forget that basic message in a culture that rewards”unreal reality” stars and celebrities that get rewarded for outrageous actions. I pray that you have the courage to be better than that. 

We have a large and close knit family coupled with dear friends that always support each other. We all have shown up at your high school basketball games as you have shown up at my book signings and at your cousin Brandon’s flute concerts and at your sister Jennifer’s horse competitions.You have congratulated your cousin Jeff when he became an Eagle Scout and your cousin Kristen as she excelled in the national honor society.  Rachel rocked on the pom pom and dance team while scoring great grades.The list goes on. Each of us keeps inching toward our personal dreams while pushing through the setbacks that come our way. Grandpa would say,” This is realllllly Living!” The family and friend support system lives on! It truly is a beautiful thing! 

So just keep going for it Michael--- Strive to be YOUR Best!....YOUR PERSONAL Best! That’s really all we can do. Congratulations again! You have demonstrated how hard work and determination can pay off.Find JOY in knowing you are using your God given talents to the best of your ability. Geez, I know it is gosh darn so hard at times but find PEACE in knowing that when you try your best at any given moment in time it is as good as it gets! That is really all that matters in this “big game of LIFE”!
 May God Bless YOU! Play your heart out on the court and  enJOY the Journey!

 Live, Love and Laugh a lot ! J

Aunt Cyndi 

Below is a photo of my nephew Michael Cimino (seated center) just after he signed his letter of intent to play basketball with Uof M Dearborn! From Left to right in the back row is Head Coach Vince Turner, Assistant Coach Floyd Jolliff and Assistant Coach Kenneth Alston

 

 Technicolor Golf Classic + World Class Athletes! When you live in LA it is not unusual to run into famous actors and models on a regular basis. Quite frankly this no longer impresses me. However, when I have the opportunity to meet two winning triathlon champions and chat with them on a personal level, I am impressed!!!! Last week I was fortunate to meet two such individuals; Stephan and Susan Corti. This husband and wife team are world class athletes! Susan Has placed 7^th in the world in her division and Stephan has placed 18^th in his division. Wow! Talk about inspiration. I am humbled. …I met these two while appearing at the TECHNICOLOR GOLF CLASSIC at the Palm Dessert Resort and Spa. Stephan is the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales for Technicolor Home Entertainment Services and Susan is his gorgeous and talented wife. Technicolor sponsored this incredibly fun and worthwhile fundraiser to benefit the Ventura County Teach Scholarship Fund. Of course in true Cyndi style I had a blast! 

As I reflect upon my conversation with Stephan and Susan I can’t help but think about my above message to Michael. Each of us must find our unique talents and strive to nurture them to our fullest potential. 

What this means for you is this: go ahead and strive to Be Your PERSONAL Best! Lose that 5 pounds, hug your children more, quit smoking, and do whatever it takes to make life the incredible lifelong journey of lessons that it is supposed to be. Do it because YOU CAN!!  

OK—now for the fun pictures.  J 

In the photo below I am chatting with World Class Triathlon Athletes Stephan Corti and his wife Susan. We had a really nice dinner at Mikado in Palm Desert. Knife Twirling Chefs, Good people and fun! 



Below is our Chef from Mikado Restaurant.  





These are shots of me at the Desert Springs Resort and Spa  Hotel Lobby. 





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