Heart of a Military Woman: A Book of Tributes
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Heart of a
Military Woman:
A Book of Tributes
INTRODUCTION TO THE HEART OF A MILITARY WOMAN BOOK
When I sit and think about all the military influences in my own life today, I don’t have to look very far. I reflect first on my immediate family tree.
My father, Hiram Roush, served in the Army Corps of Engineers, and went on to become one of the best military aircraft design checkers, masterminded the hydraulic wheel lift system on the E-2, and saved the Apollo 11 black box from exploding on impact at the first landing on the moon on July 20, 1969.
Dad’s younger brother, Henry, was killed in a test flight at Miramar Air Station, taking another guy’s shift so he could be with his family.
Dad’s older brother, James Roush, was a B-52 Bombadier, noted for his accuracy and successful missions.
My mother, Beverly Roush, was a Rosie the Riveter, and met my father when working late shifts at the same plant. Several relatives are members of DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution).
Living in a military base town such as San Diego, it was bound to happen that I would meet and marry a man in the Navy, an Air Traffic Controller (Top Gun), stationed on the USS Horne, and later USS Valley Forge. Not sure how “romantic” this was, but he proposed to me during an episode of M*A*S*H. I understand all too well, being a West-Pac Widow, as his ship was assigned to the USS Ranger during the Persian Gulf War. Although he was highly decorated for his merits, he came home a different man, and became an abusive alcoholic. I’ve since dated a Submarine Senior Chief, and a Marine (not that I’m dating my way through the ranks!).
As a professional trainer, many of my clients are from the military world, not only the individuals and their families, but also their service providers, their hospitals, their housing coordinators, and their transition teams.
I have a certain affinity and a special place in my heart for our military, so I’m proud to produce this book of stories from—and tributes to—each and every one: the service member and their loving, dedicated families.
—Sheryl Roush
The Heart of a Military Woman book was proudly released on Veterans Day, 11 Nov 2009. To purchase copies for yourself and as gifts, click here. To schedule co-authors swww.sherylroush.com and/or Eldonna Lewis Fernandez, female motivational and inspirational speakers for your event, click here.
Veterans Day: Bless You!
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Veterans Day: Bless You!
Today is Veterans Day.
A day we most reverently thank those who have served our country with their time, their energy, and their lives. Fighting for our freedoms, and often at high cost, and life.
Even though we have different words for the diagnosis, and different treatments for the symptoms, the ailments are the same as a hundred years ago. Multiple deployments are causing an all-time high rate of failed marriages, divorce, anti-depressant prescriptions and suicide.
Even more solemn for this year, following the Fort Hood shooting last week. One of our own, shooting our own, on our own homeland, on our own military base.
Co-author Eldonna Lewis Fernandez and I were interviewed on "Mornings with Lorri and Larry" during prime-time driving yesterday morning, and asked our thoughts about the horrific incident. Eldonna, having experienced Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder during her military service, related her personal experiences. For myself, being an ex-Navy wife, and experiencing the direct effects of my ex-husband’s abuse, control and alcoholism, from the Persian Gulf crisis, could also relate.
We never know — and may ever know — what goes on in the mind of another being. We never truly understand their motives, religious beliefs, hidden agendas or secret societies. Yes, we need to handle the Fort Hood shooting, and put protocols into place. Yes, we can learn from it. No, we cannot discriminate against one another, and hold an entire culture responsible for an individual’s actions.
We do need to continue to believe in each other.
We do need to continue to believe in America.
We do need to continue to believe in God.
We do need to continue to be THANKFUL for those who have served our country with every ounce of pride, dignity, respect, service above self, honor, integrity, trust, accountability, and love they have in their bones. For the thousands upon thousands who have served–how long or how brief–fighting for to ensure our continued freedoms — THANK YOU!
This year, I changed by greetings of "Happy Veterans Day" to what I really mean: "Bless You" and "Thank You for everything you have endured that I can breathe and live free, here and now, today. It’s because of YOU. So, BLESS YOU."
May we honor not only today – or one day each year–but EVERY DAY!
Blessings to You Veterans!
Sheryl Roush is a female motivational and inspirational speaker, 13-time published author, releasing Heart of a Military Woman today on Veterans Day. Her father was an Army Corps of Engineers, her mother, a Rosie the Riveter, with a long line of military service members in her family tree. She is an internationally top-rated presenter in 106 countries, and is a proud American, grateful every day for our freedoms.
Veteran Photo-Journalist Honors Military in New Book
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Honors Military in New Book
Debra Ann Ristau served for nine years as a photo-journalist and public affairs specialist in the California Army National Guard.
In 1987, Pope John Paul II came to California and said Mass at the Laguna Seca racetrack, and spoke at Carmel Mission. I flew with the 49th Helicopter Company to assist and write about the event. The Pope is a head of state (the Vatican) and treated as a visiting diplomat, not just head of Catholic Church. Once the Pope and his entourage landed at the Monterey airport, the 49th Helicopter Company, based in Stockton, California, flew the Cardinal’s and Secret Service people to the site while the Pope rode in Marine 1 (the Marine’s helicopter equivalent of Air Force 1). At Carmel Mission the Pope came out to thank all of us who worked behind the scenes, it was very cool. I am wearing a borrowed flight suit because the secret service didn’t want me to be in camoflauge. This photo was taken by the Vatican.
She writes in the new book, Heart of a Military Woman, releasing today–Veterans Day 2009, "Falling atop those memories are the ever present emotions that come forth when I think of my daughter, who was a U.S. Marine and my niece, a Captain in the Army and Bronze Star recipient while serving in Iraq."
General Norman Schwarzkopf came to Modesto to speak at a fund raiser for California State University, Stanislaus and I was lucky enough to meet him, have my photo taken with him, and he autographed my copy of his book, he is one of my military heroes and it was an awesome moment for me – bad hair and all.
No Creature on Earth
As her tribute in the book continues: "The heart of a military woman is like the heart of a lion—strong, fierce, tenacious. She will slay an enemy in a heartbeat to protect her country—or her young. She will defend what she believes is right until her last dying breath. She is a tough and formidable opponent if you intend her harm. Yet, her heart will soften and swell with pride as she looks at Old Glory, or the men and women and children she serves and protects. Her allies, her team, her fellow soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines are her brothers and sisters; and, she will forever feel the bond they share—no matter how long she served on active duty, and for as long as she lives. She is also soft and tender. Her heart aches for home and her loved ones.
Photo above on right: Sp4 Carla Webb, 980th Medical Supply Optical Maintenance, Sacramento, strings communication wires in the field. CAARNG Photo by Sgt. Debra Sonniksen [Ristau], 69th Public Affairs Detachment (PAD)
"She will do what she says. Her word is an iron promise. She is amazing in her ability to adapt, overcome adversity, do whatever it takes, and still dance the night away if given a pair of heels, a dress, and music. She laughs deeper, loves harder, and her heart knows no bounds. That is the heart of a military woman. There is no creature on earth as tough, as tender, as warm, and giving, as generous of spirit, or as protective as a military woman."
Photo: Lieutenant Louise Sanders, Sergeant Debra Sonniksen [Ristau], and Sp4 Melissa Barnes enjoy a brief respite from a Field Training Exercise (FTX), November, 1987. CAARNG Photo by SSgt. Ben Delaney, 69th PAD
~Debra Ann Ristau
USARNG—California, 1985–1994
www.horsewhispersandlies.com
Heart of a Military Woman is co-authored by Eldonna Lewis Fernandez and Sheryl Roush, female motivational and inspirational speakers.
Heart of a Military Woman is available here.
Heart of a Military Woman Book Contributors Announced!
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Book Contributors Announced!
After one year as a concept, the Heart of a Military Woman book becomes a reality!
It all started when Eldonna Lewis Fernandez met Sheryl Roush, who was autographing her Heart of a Woman books (next to Robert Kiyosaki and Bernadette Peters) at the Book Expo America in Los Angeles, California, last summer. As she personally inscribed Eldonna’s copy, Sheryl mentioned her forthcoming title, Heart of a Woman in Business, suggesting Eldonna contibute. She did, and her story, "Creative Success" was accepted to be published.
Later that Autumn, Eldonna suggested a collaboration for the book honoring our active military and veterans. After one year of brainstorming and collecting true short stories, poems and tributes, Heart of a Military Woman went to press yesterday, co-authored by the two women.
An abundance of submissions were received from 140 contributors, totaling over a 106,000 word count. Surviving five rounds of cuts, selections were made, congratulations notices were sent, and here are the results:
Lorri Allen
Loni Anderson
Patty Anderson
Anne Armstrong
Sarah Arnold
Lee A. Barron
Marjorie Benesh
Lisa Black
Kathie Bobbitt
Sandy Borum
Nancy Canfield
Jeanne Cassidy
Angela Cody-Rouget
Dave Coulie
Roy Crawford
Ruth Decker
Kara Vichko DeFrias
Dee Dees
Emily "Emmylou" DeShazo
Rose Dommer
Karen Doolittle
Judith Duran
Tina Erwin
Dolly Garnecki
Peggy Gigstad
Karriann Graf
Capt. Adam J. Gravseth
Pegine Echevarria
Virginia Ellis
Dharlene Marie Fahl-Brittian
Eldonna Lewis Fernandez
Marissa Fernandez
Nicole Fetick
Shirley (Sisko) Harkins
Tonya Helman
Colleen Hensley
Rosemary Heredy
Kathie Hightower
Jackie Merck Hlastan
Valerie Hodgson
Cindy Hogan
LaMonda Hopman
Antoinette Izzo
Norene Jensen
Susan Katz Keating
Kathy K. Kirk
Rhonda M. Lawson
Lisa Lockwood
Adria Manary
Eileen McDargh
Tina McHargue
Phyllis Zimbler Miller
Kelley Upchurch Moore
Eilene M. Nielsen
Kathy Nelson
Larrie Noble
Norm Nomura
Lana Noone
Elizabeth "Libby" Oberg
Norah O’Neill
Kerry Pardue
Darcy Lovgren Pavich
Judy Peebles
Angela Perez
Jennifer Pigeon
Christina Piper
Sue Pollard
Kay Presto
Mary Lenora Quigley
Maria Quinonez
Julia Borchardt Rasmussen
John Reddish
Sarah Byrn Rickman
Debra Ann Ristau
Kristin Rondeau-Guardiola
Sheryl Roush
Michele Ruppert
Raquel Santiago
Melissa Seligman
Laurie Sheppard
Gina Simmons
Carin Smith
Linda C. (Lee) Smith
Angela Strader
Deborah Tainsh
Judy Turner
Suzan Tusson
Major Van Harl
Dawn Vogel
Jolita Wagoner
Lyn R. White
Pamela Wilson
Susan D. Wiseman
Mary L. Wooldridge
Judy H. Wright
Denise Yamada
Kenneth Zapp
Click here to order copies of the Heart of a Military Woman book.
Sheryl Roush, creator of the Heart Book Series, is a female motivational speaker, specializing in keynotes, conferences, and workplace motivation. For more information, go to Sparkle Presentations, Inc.
“Mornings” Interviews Heart of a Military Woman Co-Authors
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Mornings with Lorri and Larry was honored to be the first to interview Sheryl Roush, a former Navy wife, and Eldonna Lewis Fernandez, MSgt USAF Retired, about their new book, Heart of a Military Woman, on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
The keepsake collection of 118 true short stories, touching tributes and emotive poems, celebrates our active and retired service members. Historic, nostalgic and some quite recent, these are written by military members, their families and loved ones, sharing sentiments and pride as only they can.
Heart of a Military Woman is available pre-order for $2.00 off before November 30 at the Sparkle Presentations bookstore.
Lorri Allen
FamilyNet TV & Radio
Mornings with Lorri & Larry
Podcasts and guest info are posted at www.FamilyNet.com/Mornings
Podcasts are available for only two weeks after the interview.
Mornings airs from 6-9 am Eastern on Sirius Satellite 161 and is SIMULCAST from 7-9 am Eastern on FamilyNet Television.
Sheryl Roush, creator of the Heart Book Series, is a female motivational and inspirational speaker, specializing in keynotes, conferences, and workplace motivation. For more information, go to Sparkle Presentations, Inc.
Fundraising Conference Supporting Literacy
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GET “HAPPY FOR NO REASON”
AND SUPPORT FAMILY LITERACY!
Sunday, October 4, 2009
8:30am – 4:00pm
Richard Nixon Library
Yorba Linda, CA
Visit the beautiful Richard Nixon Library and enjoy a continental breakfast and delicious catered lunch in the rose garden!
Enjoy an amazing and talented line-up of best-selling authors and thought-provoking speakers!
AND feel great about supporting Family Literacy in Orange County!
The Read to Succeed conference raises funds to support Family Reading Inc., a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help families develop a positive home learning environment by developing habits such as a full family reading time for 20 to 30 minutes daily. The program consists of interactive educational and entertaining presentations – “edu-tainment.” Family Reading Inc. enjoys partnerships with schools, libraries and community organizations inspiring children and parents and supports the "Drop Everything And Read" (DEAR) and Silent Sustained Reading (SSR) programs.
CONFERENCE SPEAKERS:
Sheryl Roush
TOPIC: “Sparkle-Tude!®: How Parents Can Stay Motivated to Raise Healthy Children”
Known as the Sparkle-Tude® Expert, Sheryl Roush helps individuals and organizations rekindle the spirit, raise the bar and create excitement. Her inspirational message is one of humor, heart and hope. As an internationally top-rated female motivational speaker, she has presented nearly 3,000 programs in nine countries, and on programs alongside Olivia Newton-John, Geena Davis, Jane Seymour, Mark Victor Hansen, Art Linkletter, James Ray, Suze Orman, and more. Sheryl was twice crowned “Ms. Heart of San Diego” and “La Reina de Esperanza” (Queen of Hope) honoring her contributions to women and children in the community. She President of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., and is a 12-time author, and creator of the Heart Book Series, which includes: Sparkle-Tudes!™, Heart of a Military Woman, Heart of a Woman, Heart of a Mother, Heart of a Woman in Business, Corazón de Mujer, and Heart of the Holidays. Her writing has appeared in San Diego Family Magazine, Wise Women, the San Diego Business Journal, and Montel Across America.
This Mother’s Day Sheryl was interviewed on by Montel Williams. <http://www.sparklepresentations.com>
<http://www.HeartBookSeries.com>
Marci Shimoff
TOPIC: How to overcome stress and toxins in today’s fast paced world.
Marci Shimoff is the author of the new instant runaway bestseller, Happy for No Reason: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out, which offers a revolutionary approach to experiencing deep and lasting happiness. She is a featured teacher in the international film and book sensation, The Secret.Chicken Soup for the Soul, including Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul and Chicken Soup for the Mother’s Soul, have met with stunning success, selling more than 13 million copies worldwide in 33 languages. President and co-founder of the Esteem Group, she delivers keynote addresses and seminars on self-esteem, self-empowerment, and peak performance. Her writing has appeared in national women’s magazines, including Ladies Home Journal and Woman’s World.
Marci is also the woman’s face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, <http://www.happyfornoreason.com>
Dr. Ann Corwin, PhD, M.Ed aka The Parenting Doctor
LUNCHEON KEYNOTE
Creator of “The Child Connection Parenting Program”
Dr. Corwin has made it her life’s work to develop practical parenting programs for parents and children. With a Ph.D. in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy and Masters Degree in Education and over twenty five years of experience in parenting consulting and child development education, she has helped thousands of parents – with children ages birth to five years and beyond. Dr. Ann focuses on prevention and helping families learning to help themselves! Her parenting skills development workshops and parent coaching programs have immediate solutions to child discipline behavior issues such as hitting and biting, respect and discipline, poor sleeping habits, relationships and school, toilet learning, new siblings and sibling rivalry, separation anxiety and much more.
<http://theparentingdoctor.com>
Garett Guenot, aka The "Purpose Guy”
Garett Guenot is a purpose coach, author, and speaker who has dedicated his life to helping others discover what they were born to do. Garett is President and CEO of PurposeGuy LLC, a company designed to teach individuals to discover their purpose in life and inspire them to pursue their dreams with excellence. For over 10 years Garett has been studying the art and science of personal development , in a quest to determine the common skills and traits of fulfilled and successful people. In the process, he discovered that true success is a combination of 3 things. Successful people pursue their passion, expand their purpose to benefit others, while progressively realizing their vision and dreams. Garett holds a degree in psychology, a certification in Organizational Leadership, and has received training in counseling and marriage and family therapy from California State University Fullerton.
Seth Sherwood
FOUNDER
Seth Sherwood is the founder and executive director of Family Reading Inc., a nonprofit family literacy development program. He specializes in motivating parents and children to develop a positive and healthy home learning environment. Seth and his band perform at libraries and
schools in Orange and Los Angeles Counties. Seth enthusiastically enjoys helping individuals, families and organizations develop success habits allowing them to achieve their goals. As a child he regularly visited his mother’s native country of Guatemala. He completed a two year Peace Corps tour in 1983, working in agricultural projects in Chile and in a refugee camp in Honduras. Before making the transition to Family Reading Inc., Seth was a school teacher in Orange County for 16 years, and a skilled trainer for with Dale Carnegie.
PLUS:
- Miss California 2009, Kristy Cavinder
- Channel 4 Traffic Newscaster Paul Johnson
LOCATION:
Richard Nixon Library
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.
Yorba Linda, CA 92886-3949
Phone (714) 993-3393
<http://www.nixonlibrary.gov/>
http://www.nixonlibraryfoundation.org/
Map
Cost: $89 per person
Includes Continental Breakfast and a delicious catered Lunch in the Rose Garden! Your choice of turkey, roast beef or vegetarian sandwich.
FREE AMPLE PARKING.
More Information:
Register Today!
Bring an open heart and mind…and we’ll guarantee that you’ll be uplifted and have fun!
Hospitality HR Professionals Address Current Issues
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September 17, 2009
Today’s meeting of the HHRA, Hospitality Human Resources Association, is being hosted at the Omni San Diego, at 675 L Street in San Diego, California in the Fourth Floor Ballroom, hosted by Anthony Belef, Omni’s Director of Human Resources.
The program features speaker Sheryl Roush of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., who was voted HHRA’s 2008 Vendor of Choice. Sheryl is back by popular request from their 2009 First Quarter meeting where she presented Sparkle-Tude!® offering workplace strategies to boost morale, and retain quality employees, even during this current challenging economy. She is the author of 12 books including Heart of a Woman in Business: Stories, Strategies and Skills for Business Success.
Carla Martinez of Ferguson McClure & Associates, an award winning bilingual benefits consultant, will share what her elite hospitality industry clients are doing in terms of motivating employees, hiring smart and helping their property stand out in these tough economic times. Her partners Ed McClure and Brian Ferguson will share their experience of helping businesses become more competitive.
Sheryl Roush will then facilitate the main part of this session leading roundtable discussions where participants share what they are doing at their hotel and resort properties. Each participant will take away an idea which they write down on a provided idea card to implement within this upcoming week. Each participant will receive a resource binder with helpful ideas on the topic. A grand prize of a 2-Hour tailored training with Sheryl Roush will be awarded.
Ferguson McClure & Associates
Carla Martinez, Ed McClure & Brian Ferguson
701 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92011
carla@fergusonmcclure.com
760-607-0611
Sparkle Presentations, Inc.
Sheryl Roush, Speaker, Trainer
P.O. Box 2373, La Mesa, CA 91943
Sheryl@SparklePresentations.com
858-569-6555
Speaking Skills & Voice Workshop-Sept. 26
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Want to be a better speaker, trainer, leader?
Need to speak up and be heard?
Time to polish up on your communication skills?
Speaking Skills
& Voice Workshop
Ideal for every level of presenter…
Whether you are in sales, training, management…
You will discover
The Voice of Success™
and
Sparkle When You Speak!™
Saturday, September 26, 2009
9:00am – 4:00pm
San Diego, CA
A FUN, INTERACTIVE & VALUE-PACKED DAY
Communication skills are critical to your self-esteem,
professional worth and financial future!
LEARN VALUABLE SKILLS YOU WILL USE IMMEDIATELY!
• Public speaking, training, sales and presentation skills
• Voice, projection, diction, assertiveness, voice image, dialect
• Speak to promote your business, product, services or your cause
You will learn tips to:
* Shine on the telephone and in person
* Handle your emotions calmly under pressure
* Demonstrate credible body language
* Build rapport instantly with others
* Design and deliver PowerPoint with professionalism and confidence!
REGISTER TODAY!
Only $99 for the Full Day Workshop
Includes a 40-page Workbook loaded with exercises, worksheets, tips, and more!
2 EXPERTS WORK WITH YOU ON YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS!
Joni Wilson, a voice expert and performance coach, President of SalesTalkBiz™ Int’l, is the creator of the 3-Dimensional Voice® Training System, and author of the new book The Voice of Success: A Woman’s Guide to a Powerful and Persuasive Voice, published by the American Management Company. Learn from her amazing expertise and insight!
www.VirtualVoiceCoach.com
Sheryl Roush is a conference presenter, top-rated trainer, author, and speaking coach, with nearly 3,000 presentations given in nine countries. She brings over 30 years in sales, marketing, and graphic design to this program. Sheryl is only one of six women in the world to earn the elite Accredited Speaker designation from Toastmasters International in 106 countries and out of 4 million members, and a 12-time author, including Heart of a Woman in Business.
www.SparklePresentations.com
Both facilitators are long-term active Professional Members of the National Speakers Association, and the local San Diego and Greater Los Angeles Chapters.
WORKSHOP LOCATION:
Business Park
B.E.O.B. Advanced Training Institute
3954 Murphy Canyon Road
Suite D-204, 2nd Floor
San Diego, CA 92123
Institute is wheelchair accessible.
Details and directions will be provided.
Located at I-15 at Aero Drive, next to San Diego Chargers.
Free Ample Parking.
STIMULUS DEAL!
Pre-register before September 24 for only $99
Register between Sept. 24-25 for $129.
At-the-door (if available) $159.
Beverages & Treats are served at morning and afternoon breaks.
Lunch is on your own with numerous choices nearby!
PRE-REGISTER TODAY!
Space is LIMITED to 35 attendees.
Attendees receive a 40-page loaded Workbook.
CONTACT:
CALL 858-569-6555
Sheryl Roush, Sparkle Presentations, Inc.
Email Sheryl@SparklePresentations.com
Checks payable to Sparkle Presentations, Inc., mailed to P.O. Box 2373, La Mesa, CA 91943
AmericanExpress, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and PayPal are welcome!
Sparkle-Tudes!™ Quotation Book by Sheryl Roush
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Sparkle-Tudes!™
Inspirations for Creating Sparkling Attitudes
Quotes By and For Women
By Sheryl L. Roush
“A spark is a little thing, yet it may rekindle the world.”
-Mary Farquar Tupper
“Let your light shine. Shine within you so that it can shine on someone else. Let your light shine.”
– Oprah
Inspiration and insights for a sparkling attitude, energy boost, calm reflection or new perspective. This collection has been carefully selected for the creating positive influences in our daily lives.
Browse though sections of cherished classic, personal favorites and recent original writings — quotations and quips, poems and proverbs by Maya Angelou, Eleanor Roosevelt, Oprah Winfrey, and hundreds more…..
Over 120 categories from A-Z, including: Achievement, Aging, Angels, Attitude, A Woman’s Wisdom, Balance, Beliefs, Careers, Cats & Dogs, Children, Chocolate, Daughters, Estrogen, Faith, Gratitude, Humor, Intuition, Joy, Kindness, Love, Miracles, Mothers, Nature, Overcoming Adversity, Parenting, Passion, Purpose, Prayer, Self-Esteem, Stay at Home Moms, Stress, Success, Talents, Unconditional Love, Vision, Worrying (how not to), Zen, and much more!
200+ Pages, 6×9” format, Retail $14.95
Sheryl Roush is a 13-time published author and an internationally recognized for high-content “how-to” keynotes and seminars on boosting attitude, communication skills, and creating positive work environments. Sheryl is available to speak at conferences, associations, meeting and special events. Visit www.SherylRoush.com for topics, titles and availability, or call Sparkle Presentations, Inc. Toll Free 1-800-932-0973 to schedule Sheryl Roush to speak!
VIEW BOOKS –AND MUSIC CDs FROM SHERYL ROUSH:
Click on title to view each book.
Heart of a Woman (printed)
Heart of a Military Woman (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of a Mother (printed)
Heart of a Mother (printed with Bonus Music CD)
Heart of a Mother … Music CD
Heart of the Holidays (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of the Holidays … Music CD
Heart of a Woman in Business (printed)
Corazon de Mujer (printed) (Heart of a Woman in Spanish)
God Bless the USA
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In spite of everything that is currently happening in our country, the economy, losses of loved ones, homes and jobs, we still need to pause and reflect on what we DO have in our lives! As we celebrate the Fourth of July this week, let’s do so with a patriotic spirit of gratitude and faithfulness, and celebrate a land where we can still embrace our freedoms and liberties.
The United States–as a country and as a people–have joined together through countless tragedies, depressions and battles, and bounced back each time. We shall again, and it will take our "united-ness" to do it.
We are more than a geographic location on the globe.
We are a people of sheer determination.
We are a people of amazing inner drive.
We are a people of creativity and vision.
We are a people of boundless persistence.
We are a people of great faith.
And THAT is ALL worth celebrating this Independence Day!
"God Bless the USA"
If tomorrow all the things were gone
I’d worked for all my life,
And I had to start again
with just my children and my wife,
I’d thank my lucky stars
to be living here today,
‘Cause the flag still stands for freedom
and they can’t take that away.
I’m proud to be an American
where at least I know I’m free,
And I won’t forget the men who died
who gave that right to me,
And I gladly stand up next to you
and defend her still today,
‘Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land
God Bless the USA.
-Lyrics by Lee Greenwood
Sheryl Roush
Proud American
Speaker and 12-time Author
Co-Author of the forthcoming book, Heart of a Military Woman, releasing Veteran’s Day, Nov. 2009
www.SparklePresentations.com
Internationally Top-Rated Speaking Coaches Host Speaking Skills Workshop for Women on June 6
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Host Speaking Skills Workshop for Women
on June 6 in San Diego
SPEAKING SKILLS FOR WOMEN
Two national speaking and performance experts are training women in business necessary skills to gain greater confidence, project composure and command respect, with a ONE DAY WORKSHOP — Saturday, June 6, in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter!
This workshop is for anyone (ages 16 and up) who uses their voice!
Speakers, trainers, coaches, consultants, voice-over talent, career women, attorneys and executives, teachers and preachers, professionals, small business owners, all stage-frightened individuals…
This workshop for women is facilitated in a supportive and nurturing environment with easy-to-do-“how-to’s” for immediate application.
Need to speak in front of groups?
Want to have greater confidence with others?
Does your voice ever crackle—or feel weak?
Time to improve your communication skills?
You will learn core skills to use immediately!
Skills including positive voice image, vocal care, handling emotions, telephone skills, running meetings, public speaking and training skills, impromptu speaking, body language, assertiveness, rapport-building interpersonal and sales tactics.
Have a deadline, a slide presentation or project that needs help?
Bring it – get coaching specific to your needs.
LEARN FROM 2 NATIONAL EXPERTS
You are lovingly instructed by experts Joni Wilson, President of SalesTalkBiz™ International, and Sheryl Roush, President of Sparkle Presentations, Inc..
You will learn how to craft, design and deliver effective, persuasive and compelling presentations. Both are small business owners in San Diego, seeing the need to serve other women in business.
Joni Wilson, a voice expert and performance coach states, “From office and world politics, to relationships and family matters, today’s woman is loudly demanding her equal ‘voice.’ Whether she is in a courtroom, a classroom, in an office or on a stage, too many women go through their entire lives frustrated and unhappy with the sound of their voices.” Ms. Wilson is the creator of the 3-Dimensional Voice® Training System, and author of several books—including Amazon’s #1 for business books (above The One-Minute Manager). Joni’s new June release of The Voice of Success: A Woman’s Guide to a Powerful and Persuasive Voice, is published by the American Management Company. A professional singer, she is famous around San Diego (and once opened for Elvis), and prepares contestants for shows and American Idol.
www.VirtualVoiceCoach.com
Sheryl Roush is a 12-time published author, an internationally top-rated trainer and speaking coach. Known for her Sparkle When You Speak!™ programs, she has presented nearly 3,000 presentations in nine countries and earned the highest awards from both the National Speakers Association and Toastmasters International. She was only the third woman in the world (93 countries and of 4 million members) to earn Toastmasters’ elite Accredited Speaker designation for outstanding professional presentation skills. As a conference speaker, she has presented on programs alongside celebrities including Olivia Newton-John, Geena Davis, Joan Lunden and Suze Orman. As a professional speaking coach, she trained executives, sales teams, Olympians and the San Diego Charger Cheerleaders. Sheryl is a Past President of the San Diego Professional Coaches Alliance.
www.SparklePresentations.com
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Registration 8:30-9:00am
Program 9:00am-5:00pm
The luxurious Victorian style
Horton Grand Hotel
in the Gaslamp Quarter
Regal Ballroom
311 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA 92110
www.HortonGrand.com
BOOK BONUS!!
Pre-register before June 3 for only $139, and get a FREE copy of Joni’s book The Voice of Success, and Sheryl’s Heart of a Woman in Business book! Autographed!
REGISTER AT EVENT:
Register at-the-door on June 6 for $159, without the book bonus.
COME FREE!
BRING 3 friends who register–and YOU attend the Workshop for FREE–and get the BOOKS!
CALL (858) 569-6555 to PRE-REGISTER!
Sheryl Roush at Sparkle Presentations, Inc., or email Sheryl@SparklePresentations.com
American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and PayPal are welcome.
CalSAE Luncheon Features Workplace Communications Speaker Sheryl Roush
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CalSAE Luncheon Features Workplace Communications Speaker Sheryl Roush
Speaking to the topic of “Critical Communications, Critical Connections, Critical Times” tailored for senior management and experienced sales team members, Ms. Roush began the program having attendees assess their communication techniques, then guided them through the Seven Multiple Intelligences, or modalities of listening and authentic persuasion. This presentation outlined the critical elements of connecting with others – including fellow members in the organization, employees and peers.
Closing out the program, Sheryl offered tips on Creating a Positive Work Environment, what employees want, plus boosting morale and attitudes during these most challenging times. Members commented it was the most fun, high-level, and interactive program they have ever had at their meetings.
Your presentation “Critical Communications, Critical Connections, Critical Times” was a complete hit with the CalSAE members. I found it to be an excellent combination of practical tips, helpful reminders, and was also delightfully funny. I am certain each member of the audience was not only entertained, but was able to learn from your presentation and take away something useful in their personal and professional lives.
I was also impressed with your preparation and personalization for this presentation. You have a special talent for engaging the audience in an inclusive and relaxing way that enhanced the experience for everyone. I’ve rarely seen presenters that can personally connect with so many in the audience in such a short time. It was quite impressive to witness.
It was also clear that your research and mastery on the subject of communications is very high. The subject of communications is critically important, and your information could be used by those throughout any organization. I also appreciate the way in which you were able to tailor the presentation based on the specific needs and requests you received from us in advance.
Thank you for an excellent presentation and I am looking forward to working with you in the future.
Best,
Jim Anderson, CAE
President & CEO
SPEAKER INFO:
Sheryl Roush, CEO of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., is an internationally top-rated presenter, known for her high-energy, high-content, how-to presentations. Her programs rekindle the spirit, raise the bar and create excitement, focused on attitude, communication and customer service skills. Sheryl has over 30 years of expertise in communication, is a 12-time published author, and has presented over 3,000 programs in nine countries with rave reviews and results. Clients include: 7-Up, Sheraton, San Diego Zoo, San Diego Chargers and Charger Girls, Verizon, US Census Bureau. Sheryl is available to speak at conferences, associations, organizations, on-site trainings, and facilitate retreats.
www.SparklePresentations.com
Sheryl Roush presents Sparkle When You Speak!™ Workshop at AICI International Conference May 14
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Sparkle When You Speak!™ Workshop
at AICI International Conference
Thursday, May 14
Want to authentically connect better with others?
Need to polish up on your public speaking skills?
Ready to present with more confidence and credibility?
Internationally top-rated professional speaker and trainer Sheryl Roush is presenting a special 3.5 hour Pre-Conference Workshop entitled Sparkle When You Speak!™ from 8:30am-12 Noon on Thursday, May 14 at the Hyatt Regency Irvine, CA. The workshop launches the annual conference of the AICI – Association of Image Consultants International, running May 14-17.
Sheryl’s interactive workshop helps women have business and personal success to stand up, speak out and shine! Ideal for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed with nervousness, panic or anxiety — they can fear no more! Whether speaking in front of a small or large group – whether a beginner or expert – participants discover simple tricks, tips and treasures to use immediately!
Attendees will:
* Identify your authentic communication style
* Discover the 7 multiple modalities in any group
* Connect instantly with and retain audience attention
* Develop skills to mind map, craft and organize your presentation
* Design effective presentations using professional visual aids
* Use visual aids including props and slide presentations
Expert speaker Sheryl Roush has presented nearly 3,000 presentations in 9 countries over the past 20 years, to groups as intimate as 5 and large as 5,000. President/CEO of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., Sheryl is a top-rated trainer in eight countries as selected by attendees for engagement, content, interaction, tailoring and impact. She has presented on programs alongside Olivia Newton-John, Jane Seymour, Geena Davis, Suze Orman, Vicki Lawrence and more. She served as the Director of Training for the US Olympic Training Center, coaching Olympians in speaking skills, and is coaching the award-winning San Diego Charger Cheerleaders for her ninth year. Sheryl is an eight-time business owner since age 16, and 12-time published author, including Heart of a Woman in Business.
www.SparklePresentations.com
Sheryl Roush Speaks at CalSAE Regional Luncheon May 13
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Sheryl Roush Speaks at CalSAE San Diego
Regional Luncheon May 13
International speaker Sheryl Roush is the San Diego Region Luncheon keynote speaker this Wednesday, May 13 at CalSAE – the California Society of Association Executives – at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Mission Valley, San Diego, CA.
Communicating and Connecting
During Critical Times
This keynote session is designed for senior management and experienced sales team members. In the current environment of changing economics, expanding technology and increasing work life demands how much would even one new technique be worth to improve your communication skills?
This presentation will assist in reviewing your own communication techniques while outlining the critical elements of connecting with others – including members, employees and peers. It will also assist you in leading and maximizing communication efforts in your organization! Cut through the noise and get to the point in this fun, high-level, interactive session!
Topics covered include:
- Improve listening skills, minimize mistakes, and decrease stress for you and your team
- Practical ideas to assist in building team morale and increasing cooperation
- “Can’t miss” opportunities to really connect with a new member or potential customer
- Tips on staying sane and lighthearted in stressful times
SPEAKER INFO:
Sheryl Roush, CEO of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., is an internationally top-rated presenter, known for her high-energy, high-content, how-to presentations. Her programs rekindle the spirit, raise the bar and create excitement. Sheryl has over 30 years of expertise in communication, is a 12-time published author, and has presented over 3,000 programs in nine countries with rave reviews and results. Toastmasters International honored her as only the third female in the world to earn their prestigious Accredited Speaker award, out of 4 million members in 93 countries. Sheryl is receiving their highest honor in member service, The Presidential Citation, at their International Convention this August. As a conference presenter, she has spoken alongside celebrities including: Olivia Newton-John, Geena Davis, Jane Seymour, Joan Lunden, and Art Linkletter. And business giants including: Robert G. Allen, Southwest Airlines’ CEO Howard Putnam, Suze Orman, and the Gallup Organization’s Marcus Buckingham. Some of her clients include: hotels, law firms, real estate, housing, retail, tourism, HR, associations and small business.www.SparklePresentations.com
Luncheon Registration opens at 11:30am and is open to non-members, $50
Crowne Plaza Hotel
11:30am – 1:30pm
Peacock Room
2270 Hotel Circle North
Mission Valley
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: 619-297-1101
Mother’s Day Book Signing: BORDERS-Eastlake
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In celebration of Mother’s Day and Dias de los Madres, native born Chula Vistan, international speaker and 12-time author Sheryl Roush will be signing copies of her Heart Book Series at:
BORDERS – Eastlake
878 Eastlake Parkway, Suite 710
Chula Vista, CA 91914
San Diego County
Store Phone: 619-482-9883
Event: 3:00-6:00pm
Featured at Borders, these inspirational gift books include: Heart of a Mother, Heart of a Woman, Heart of a Woman in Business, Heart of the Holidays, and Corazon de Mujer-Spanish version of Heart of a Woman.
Contributors reading and signing their original stories, poems and tributes:
Beverly Roush
Bev Weurding
Dharlene Fahl-Brittian
Maria Carter
Pamela Kelly
Sheryl Roush
Soraya Deen
For more information on booking Sheryl Roush to speak at your event, contact Sparkle Presentations, Inc., at 858-569-6555.
Order books from Amazon.com, Borders, Borders.com and SparklePresentations.com
DIRECTIONS:
Heading south into San Diego:
I-5 South
I-805 South
Exit “L” Street (Chula Vista)
Curves around to the right at the signal light.
“L” Street becomes Otay Lakes Road without you knowing it.
Follow the signs toward the US Olympic Training Center, several miles.
You will pass under the toll road I-125, go another 3-4 miles.
<< Tricky part >>
Turn LEFT at the big signal light for Eastlake Parkway.
PASS the first shopping center on your left.
Up a slight HILL.
Turn LEFT at small light at Miller Drive (the Brigantine Restaurant)
Come into the shopping mall parking lots.
Borders will be to your right… next to Trader Joe’s and Pat & Oscar’s.
Mother’s Day Book Signing: Earthblend Coffee
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Native San Diegan, international speaker Sheryl Roush will be signing copies of her Heart Book Series at Earthblend Tea & Coffee, 6020 Santo Road, next to the Tierrasanta Post Office, San Diego, CA 92124, on Saturday, May 9, from 11:00am-2:00pm. Open to the public, there is no charge for this event.
Featured at Borders, these inspirational gift books include: Heart of a Mother, Heart of a Woman, Heart of a Woman in Business, Heart of the Holidays, and Corazon de Mujer-Spanish version of Heart of a Woman.
Contributors reading and signing their original stories, poems and tributes:
Becky Palmer
Bev Weurding
Dharlene Fahl-Brittian
Kristen Crawford
Laura Rubinstein
Liz Myers
Lyn White
Maria Carter
Pamela Kelly
Shirlie Cunningham
Soraya Deen
Suzan Tusson-McNeil
Order books from Amazon.com, Borders, Borders.com and SparklePresentations.com
Montel’s Momma and a Salute to Michelle Obama
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MONTEL WILLIAMS – AirAmerica.com’s Montel Across America Radio Show
Friday, May 8, 2009
Montel’s mother, Marjorie Williams, with his Aunt Mary Aunt Doris, and mother-in-law Linda, appeared on today’s "Feel-Good Friday" Radio Show for Montel’s salute to Mother’s.
Comic, Actress and Mom Judy Gold, author of 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother, appeared on the show, and announced her upcoming movie "Stand-Up 360."
Montel’s played a clip of a recent comment from our nation’s First Mom, Michelle Obama, about each of us needing a Chief of Staff and personal assistants — SUPPORT. The segment featured Micki Taylor of Essence Magazine confirming that parents need to keep parenting.
Montel then celebrated his radio show staff and their mother’s… starting with his producers Mike and his mother Duckie: love your wife and your mother; Susan’s mother El: to be independent, look at both sides, and make the best decisions… Matt’s mom, Janice: have a passion and curiosity about life, a love of learning…Justin’s mother Deborah…
Debbie Tenzer, author of Do One Nice Thing: Little Things You Can Do to Make the World a Lot Nicer, and Montel talked about giving gratitude.
Staff Sgt. Frank Lugo, highly decorated serviceman, talked candid about military life and celebrating Mother’s Day while serving abroad.
Sheryl Roush, author of Heart of a Mother, offered the final thought on why your mother is so important. Her forthcoming book, Heart of a Military Woman releases by Veteran’s Day November 2009.
Montel Williams interviews Heart of a Mother author Sheryl Roush
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Professional Speaker and 12-time author Sheryl Roush was interviewed by Montel Williams on Montel Across America Radio Show on Friday, May 8.
The popular radio show aired 9:00am – 12 Noon EST.
"Feel Good Friday" with Montel on this week celebrates Mother’s Day with his millions of listeners. Who knows what great questions Montel will ask the author of Heart of a Mother–an inspirational gift book, featuring stories, poems and tributes to Mothers and Grandmothers.
Heart of a Mother is part of the Heart Book Series, which includes Heart of a Woman, Heart of a Woman in Business, Heart of the Holidays, and Corazon de Mujer-Spanish version of Heart of a Woman. www.HeartBookSeries.com
Broadcast from New York City, Montel Across America, is a nationally syndicated on Air America Radio. An accomplished author, Williams has published eight books to date, four of which were NY Times Bestsellers. His latest release “Living Well Emotionally” hit bookstores on January 6th, 2009 and has received critical acclaim.
For more information about Sheryl Roush, and her availability for speaking on conference programs and events, see SherylRoush.com
VIEW OTHER BOOKS –AND MUSIC IN THIS SERIES:
Click on title to view each book.
Heart of a Woman (printed)
Heart of a Military Woman (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of a Mother (printed)
Heart of a Mother (printed with Bonus Music CD)
Heart of a Mother … Music CD
Heart of the Holidays (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of the Holidays … Music CD
Heart of a Woman in Business (printed)
Corazon de Mujer (printed) (Heart of a Woman in Spanish)
Mothers Celebrated at Soul Shine Books
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Sunday, May 3, 2009
International speaker and 12-time author Sheryl Roush, of Sparkle Presentations, Inc., presented an inspirational message today celebrating Mother’s Day next Sunday.
Attendees at the Mother & Daughter Tea Celebration at Soul Shine books and wellness boutique in Del Mar, California were treated to unique hot and cold tea blends from India, and decadent healthy desserts, while San Diego resident Sheryl Roush guided the group in conversation of cherished memories of their mothers, sprinkled with tears and outbreaks of humor.
Some attendees brought their family members to share this event, in early tribute, and as a treat to their loved ones, as Mother’s Day shouldn’t be "limited" to only one day a year!
Featured at this event, were several of Sheryl’s gift books from the Heart Book Series, including: Heart of a Mother, Heart of a Woman, Heart of a Woman in Business, and the Heart of a Mother Music CD. After the presentation, Sheryl autographed gift copies.
Sheryl was joined by Carlsbad resident Adria Manary, contributor to the Heart of a Mother book, and author of Mommy Magic, and More Mommy Magic. Pictured here on the sundeck overlooking the Del Mar view of the ocean, with attendee Ester Berry.
Soul Shine owners, Kymberly and Melanie host events for the community with guest speakers on a regular basis. For more information on upcoming author events and wellness sessions, go to www.SoulShine.com
VIEW OTHER BOOKS –AND MUSIC IN THIS SERIES:
Click on title to view each book.
Heart of a Woman (printed)
Heart of a Military Woman (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of a Mother (printed)
Heart of a Mother (printed with Bonus Music CD)
Heart of a Mother … Music CD
Heart of the Holidays (printed) ….. and on Kindle
Heart of the Holidays … Music CD
Heart of a Woman in Business (printed)
Corazon de Mujer (printed) (Heart of a Woman in Spanish)
District 12 Toastmasters Autograph Books at Borders-Rancho Cucamonga
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at Borders-Rancho Cucamonga
Sunday, May 3, 2009
In honor of Mother’s Day next Sunday, May 10, Borders hosted a book signing bonanza today from 2 to 5 p.m, held at their Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga bookstore.
This special event featured active Toastmasters International members from District 12 in the Inland Empire, who are published in the Heart Book Series, by fellow Toastmaster in San Diego, Sheryl Roush, Distinguished Toastmaster, Past District Governor, Accredited Speaker.
Featured Contributors:
Kay Presto, DTM
Darrell Zeller, DTM, Past District Governor
Becky Palmer, DTM
Shirlie Cunningham, DTM,
Janie Cruise, and her daughter Rita De Los Reyes
Over the three-hour time-span the contributors read their original short stories and poems to bookstore shoppers.
Three of the Heart Book Series were featured at this event: Heart of a Woman, Corazon de Mujer (Spanish); and Heart of a Mother. These gift books contain dozens of true heart-warming personal stories, hilarious accounts and inspiration.
For more information on Toastmasters International, attending local clubs, and how to improve your communication and leadership skills, go to: www.Toastmasters.org
