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It's a new year: these motivational items can help you start it right.


WHETHER YOU ARE AT HOME, AT WORK, OR IN THE CAR, DON'T MISS A chance to be uplifted up·lift  
tr.v. up·lift·ed, up·lift·ing, up·lifts
1. To raise; elevate.

2. To raise to a higher social, intellectual, or moral level or condition.

3.
, inspired, and empowered. From wise words to luscious landscapes and sweet songs, these inspirational pleasures can help you get through your day and, ultimately, the year.

Great minds think (and quote) alike.

A compilation of quotes from the greatest philosophers, businessmen, athletes, and orators of all time, 1001 Motivational Quotes for Success: Great Quotes from Great Minds (Garden State Publishing; $10.99) is an empowering reference of encouragement for those striving to achieve excellence. Words from former Secretary of State Colin Powell Noun 1. Colin Powell - United States general who was the first African American to serve as chief of staff; later served as Secretary of State under President George W. Bush (born 1937)
Colin luther Powell, Powell
, comedian Bill Cosby William Henry "Bill" Cosby, Jr., Ed.D. (born July 12 1937) is an American actor, comedian, television producer, and activist. A veteran stand-up performer, he got his start at various clubs, then landed a vanguard role in the 1960s action show I Spy. , sports legend Michael Jordan This article is about the former basketball player. For other uses, see Michael Jordan (disambiguation).

Michael Jeffrey Jordan (born February 17 1963) is a retired American professional basketball player.
, and activist Nelson Mandela--as well as many others--help make Thomas J. Vilord's book a worthwhile read.

A calming sip. Quotable's mission is simple yet meaningful: to inspire as many people as possible. The "Peace--Unknown" mug (www. fridgedoor.com/quotablemugs. html; $10.95) is just one of its many gestures of inspiration available for purchase. Inscribed in·scribe  
tr.v. in·scribed, in·scrib·ing, in·scribes
1.
a. To write, print, carve, or engrave (words or letters) on or in a surface.

b. To mark or engrave (a surface) with words or letters.
 with the quote "Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. It means to be in the midst Adv. 1. in the midst - the middle or central part or point; "in the midst of the forest"; "could he walk out in the midst of his piece?"
midmost
 of those things and still be calm in your heart," this 14-ounce ceramic mug makes a great post-holiday gift to yourself.

Just press play. Premier contemporary gospel saxophonist Angella Christe's newest album Draw The Line (www.angel lachristie.com; $16.99), offers listeners a reflective, melodious inspiration for any time or place. This 13-track album features Christie's distinct and eloquent instrumental take on current favorites such as Fred Hammond's "No Weapon" and "Open My Heart" by Yolanda Adams This article or section needs copy editing for grammar, style, cohesion, tone and/or spelling.
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 as well as traditional jubilees such as "Oh Happy Day" and "Sanctuary."

Day by day. Not just a way for you to keep up with the days of the week, the 2007 Successories Motivational Classics Wall Calendar (www.successories.com; $12.99) can help you get through the month with a smile. Accompanied by a quote, each month offers gorgeous settings such as rolling rivers, lush forests, and even outer space. When your environment is hectic and stressful, this calendar offers the opportunity to travel anywhere--even if it's only for a brief moment.
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Title Annotation:INSPIRATIONAL NOTES
Author:Royal, Leslie E.
Publication:Black Enterprise
Date:Jan 1, 2007
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