A bodily disease, which we look upon as whole and entire within itself, may, after all, be but a symptom of some ailment in the spiritual part.

- Nathaniel Hawthorne

Wishing all of you receiving this newsletter a very safe, special and blessed Thanksgiving.

I am sharing with you one of my most favorite writings especially appropriate at this time of year. Enjoy:

Lessons of the Geese:
In the fall when you see geese heading south for the winter flying along in the "V" formation, you might be interested in knowing what science has discovered about why they fly that way.

As each bird flaps its wings, it creates uplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in a "V" formation, the whole flock adds at least 71% greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own.

Quite similar to people who are part of a team and share a common direction get where they are going quicker and easier, because they are traveling on the trust of one another and lift each other up along the way. Whenever a Goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to go through it alone and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of the power of the flock.
If we have as much sense as a Goose, we will stay in formation and share information with those who are headed in the same way that we are going. When the lead Goose gets tired, he rotates back in the wings and another Goose takes over. It pays to share leadership and take turns doing hard jobs.

The Geese honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep their speed. Words of support and inspiration help energize those on the front line, helping them to keep pace in spite of the day-to-day pressures and fatigue. It is important that our honking be encouraging. Otherwise it's just - well .. honking!

Finally, when a Goose gets sick or is wounded and falls out, two Geese fall out of the formation and follow the injured one down to help and protect him. They stay with him until he is either able to fly or until he is dead, then they launch out with another formation to catch up with their group. When one of us is down, it's up to the others to stand by us in our time of trouble.

If we have the sense of a Goose, we will stand by each other when things get rough we will stay in formation with those headed where we want to go. The next time you see a formation of Geese, remember their message that: "IT IS INDEED A REWARD, A CHALLENGE AND A PRIVILEGE TO BE A CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF A TEAM"
Author Unknown

You are far healthier than you think you are?

The wisdom that created your marvelous body in a mere nine months did not leave you after your birth. It is still beating your heart, flowing through your vessels and energizing your being. It is repairing your tissues, patrolling your nooks and crannies and guarding you from illness.

Your potential is incredible. You have the potential to heal
nearly every disease and condition.

You are physically, emotionally and spiritually much healthier than you think you are. The dark clouds of depression, fear, despair, weakness and illness that may arise are tiny specks compared to the vast ocean of strength, love, excitement, joy and happiness you are swimming in. An old saying says it best: "We live and breathe on the precipice of exhilaration."

You are closer to health, wholeness, happiness and healing than you realize. Your healing potential is always there no matter how difficult or painful things may be right now.

Chiropractic is a marvelous way to help you to reconnect to your wonderful healing potential. There are no incurable diseases, only incurable people.
No matter what illness you or your loved ones may be suffering from please bring them in for a chiropractic spinal checkup and adjustment. You never know the potential of subluxation correction unless you try it.

Does the flu shot cause Alzheimer's disease?

Flu shot season is here so it is appropriate to remind everyone that according to Hugh Fudenberg, MD, the world's leading immunogeneticist and 13th most quoted biologist of our time (over 850 papers in peer reviewed journals), if an individual has had five consecutive flu shots their chance of getting Alzheimer's disease is ten times higher than if they had one, two or no shots. (1)

Dr. Fudenberg claims this is due to the mercury and other toxins in flu shots (and still used in many childhood vaccinations and RhoGam shots). These toxins build up in the brain causing cognitive dysfunction. Alzheimer's is expected to quadruple - could this be the reason? (2)

By the way, in an attempt to disprove the Alzheimer's/flu shot connection, some MDs went to nursing homes and asked people with Alzheimer's if they remember getting a flu shot. Most said they didn't but that's not surprising since people with Alzheimer's may not remember the name of their spouse. Based on this "research" they concluded flu shots didn't cause Alzheimer's. However, the disclaimer at the bottom of the abstract negated its value: "Because of the self-reported nature of the risk factor questionnaire we cannot exclude the possibility of recall bias." (3) Can you believe that the media reported this as "proof" the flu shot was safe? They didn't mention the disclaimer. Maybe they all had too many flu shots?

But do flu shots work? Studies are now reporting the shots are minimally effective, if at all, and do not result in decreased mortality in the elderly - the very reason the elderly are told to get the shots. (4)

Here is what the CDC says:
In 2002: 753 died of the flu (6)
In 2001: 267 died of the flu (7)

Do you have tingling and numbness in your hands, fingers and wrists; swelling of the fingers; dry palms; pain that awakens you at night; or upper arm, elbow, shoulder or neck pain? You may have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). (10)
The drug-free chiropractic approach of releasing nerve and spine stress has been a blessing to millions afflicted with this condition. For over a hundred years clinicians, researchers and patients have reported relief of classic carpal tunnel symptoms and improvement in overall body function after chiropractic spinal adjustments. (11)

Chiropractic care may make the difference between a pain-free wrist and surgery!

Seventy-five percent of people who have a heart attack have normal cholesterol levels. How can we conclude high cholesterol causes heart disease? Repeated research shows it doesn't.

Why even try to lower cholesterol levels with statin drugs (such as Lipitor™)? Cholesterol is an important part of every cell - it is an antioxidant and helps protect your heart and internal organs (including your arteries) from injury. It produces testosterone and keeps your cells and nerves healthy.

Finding high cholesterol around blocked arteries is similar to finding firemen around a fire. The firemen didn't cause the fire - they are trying to put it out! Similarly cholesterol helps keep you healthy. To top it off, studies show that high cholesterol is associated with a longer life especially in the elderly.

The unthinking rush to lower cholesterol is causing heart attacks, depression, muscle weakness and pain, loss of

"No, I'm a terrible dancer," you say? Think again. You are an incredible dancer. Really! At this moment your body is full of billions of cells that are vibrating, singing and dancing as your life energies organize them. If they weren't organized you'd be a formless pile of chemicals instead of the marvelous, miraculous living person you are. Your cells organize to form tissues, your tissues dance and vibrate together to form organs, organs dance together as systems (such as the digestive system, circulatory system, etc.) and when all of your systems are singing, dancing and vibrating in a harmonious, coordinated fashion they create an organism - a healthy, living you.

What is it that makes all these structures come "alive" and dance? Many things. One of them is your nervous system! Nerves control and coordinate all of your parts so they work together harmoniously. Chiropractic relieves nerve stress so your body can produce beautiful music!

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Kids Humor

HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO MARRY?
You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming. Alan, age 10

No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you're stuck with. Kristen, age 10

WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE TO GET MARRIED?
Twenty-three is the best age because you know the person FOREVER by then. Camille, age 10

HOW CAN A STRANGER TELL IF TWO PEOPLE ARE MARRIED?
You might have to guess, based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids. Derrick, age 8

WHAT DO YOU THINK YOUR MOM AND DAD HAVE IN COMMON?
Both don't want any more kids. Lori, age 8

WHAT DO MOST PEOPLE DO ON A DATE?
Dates are for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Even boys have something to say if you listen long enough. Lynnette, age 8 (isn't she a treasure)

On the first date, they just tell each other lies and that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second date. Martin, age 10

And the #1 Favorite is........

HOW WOULD YOU MAKE A MARRIAGE WORK ?
Tell your wife that she looks pretty, even if she looks like a truck. Ricky, age 10