Christmas Quote of The Week...
"Christmas is love in action. Every time we love, every time we give, it's Christmas." Dale Evens...

Christmas means so many different things to so many different people. I love what the quote above says, it's "Love in Action"!
That is just awesome!

As a child, Christmas for me was all about Santa Clause and Christmas Carols.

But Santa had it going on!
The spirit, the energy and mystery of Santa Clause. Then as I grew older, it became clear that there were very distinct stages of Santa Clause...

Stage 1. Not Believing in Santa Clause.
This stage happens usually because one is usually to young to fully
understand who that funny looking guy is in the Red Suit.

Stage 2. Believing In Santa Claus.
This is a very exciting stage because you now know Santa is a good guy! He brings gifts! He has Elves! He has Raindeer that travel all night to deliver presents to children all over the world.

Stage 3. Questioning Santa Clause.
At this stage you start asking your mom or dad if there really is a Santa Claus. Then your parents start the verbal Santa Clause dance which usually starts with..."If you don't believe in Santa, you may not get what you asked for..."At this point, as a kid, I remeber believing one more year!

Stage 4. Not Believing In Santa Clause.
Ok, now you know the scoop about Santa. The cat is out of the bag and now you share this great secret with the adults. However, now, you carry on the
mysterious tradition for all the young folks that one knows.

Stage 5. Becoming Santa!
At this stage one becomes fully realized into the experience and becomes Santa! This is AWESOME! This is SO FUN!

In any case, what ever stage of Santa Clause you happend to be experiencing, I hope you find it Fun and fullfilling!

Which brings me to...
What did Santa Clause bring you for Christmas this year?
This year Sanata Claus he gave me a new belly button! Yup, a new belly button! Just a few days ago I had to have an emergency belly button hernia operation.

Last week my belly button stuck out. It was an outy! Now it sticks in!

As painfull as this operation was, I'm gald it finally fixed. Recovery time is 4-6 weeks. i'll keep you updated.

I hope you had a Wonder-Filled Christmas!

Keep Being Brilliant,
Robby

PS - If there are a lot of typos, sorry. I'm still on medication!

Merry christmas!

This has been a life changing year. One year ago, August 8, 2010 I entered Shades of Hope Eating disorder clinic. This time last year on August 17, I celebrated my birthday at the clinic with 7 other courageous ladies. We were part of the cast for the  8 part doc-seris called "Addicted To Food", which aired on the Oprah Winfrey Network April 5, 2011 - May 25, 2011.

That was the first time I celebrated any birthday WITHOUT a Birthday Cake! We had vegetables for my birthday! What a diiference a year makes! I've lost close to 80 pounds now! Still got a long way to go, but I'm going in the right direction!

Where Did I Go To Lunch For My Birthday Today?
Vickie asked me where she could take me for lunch...hmm...Decisions, decision.

Jason's Deli! I have been going there almost everyday since I got home from Shades of Hope September 25, 2010. When I got home from Shades I found a local Daibeteic Nutritionist, Angie Lopez, to work with. One of the things we do is go to a different restaurant every so often and analyze the menu to see what I can and can't have on meal plan. Turns out she LOVES Jason's Deli too and so do I!

I usually get the mixed green salad, with some spinach and broccoli. And sometimes with a fruite plate. What's funny is I NEVER ate broccoli until a year ago and now I eat broccoli EVERY day!

When I walked into today I was greeted as usual by the crew with warmth and effection. Molly the manager asked, "how are you Robby" and I jokingly said " it's my BIRTHDAY today are you going to buy me lunch"? She said YES! I was kidding about the lunch but she didn't miss a beat and she said YES!

That made my day! Vickie was also thrilled at their kind gesture.  If you have never been to Jason's Deli, do your self a favor and go. I've been going their for over 10 months and NOT ONCE have I had a bad meal! The staff is awesome and ALWAYS helpful. The bathroomns are ALWAYS clean. The food is ALWAYS fresh and HEALTHY!

I aslo LOVE the theme that is on  ALL their shirts. Eat Responsibly! WOW! What a concept! I had to go to a eating disorder clinic to learn to eat responsibly! At Jason's Deli this is part of their message. What can I say? I LOVE this place! Stephan, Bunny, Molly and all the crew are awesome! Stop by, have a bite and say hello! If you're in town, call me, because I'll probably meet you their!

Jason's Deli - www.JasonsDeli.com
3910 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas
Phone: (702) 893-9799

By the way, all during lunch my phone was going beep, beep, beep! Vickie said what's up with your phone? I shared it was people on Facebook book wishing me a Happy Birthday! To the hundreds of people that wished me Happy Birthday on Facebook THANK YOU! YOu made my day! I feel the LOVE!

Go ahead and leave a comment!

Keep Being Brilliant!
Robby LeBlanc

In honor of Thanks Giving I wanted to share a few people that I am grateful for.

I am grateful for so many things in my life right now.
I had some serious health issues this past year and I'm on the fast track to health! Yippee! I've discovered this past year, that being grateful is without a doubt one the of the Keys and Secrets to a happy and fullfilling life.

The following is a list of people in my life that I am grateful for. This list is not complete by any means but, these are people that had a direct impact on life this past year. There are some people I can't mention at this point, but will in the near future.

I am grateful to my friend  and marketing mentor Armand Morin and his TEAM at Success Leaves Traces.  I am part of his Affiliate Marketing Team. If You would like his 5 Day Success Training FREE click on the following link.
Success Leaves Traces

I'm grateful to my very good friend Stu McLaren who taught me how to be an Affiliate Marketing Manager. Stu is the Co-Founder of Wishlist Products, A Membership Software.
Wish List Products

I am so grateful to NY Times Best Selling author Robert G Allen. Best Know for his book, "Nothing Down." He was a miracle in my life.
Robert G Allen.

I'm grateful to my good friend and Best Selling Author Ted Ciuba. He is the Author of the "The New Think and Grow Rich". Ted sent me some of his books at a very unique time in my life.
Ted Ciuba

I'm grateful to my friend, marketer and Master Pianist Garin Bader for being just a wonderful and helpful spirit.
Garin Bader

I'm am grateful to NY Times Best Selling Author Terry Goodkind.
Terry Goodkind

I am so very grateful to my best freind in Las Vegas, Doug Taylor. Doug is ALWAYS willing to help in any way  possible at any time of the day.
Doug Taylor Music

I'm grateful to my great friend, marketer  and web geek Kevin Davis for his unconditional spirit  of giving. He is truly a computer geek!
Gurus For Hire

I am grateful for copywriter Carl Galletti.
Carl Galletti

I am grateful to Success Coach Bill Walsh.
http://www.walshlive.com/success_coaching.htm

I am grateful for my childhood neighbor, Dana Meade for  looking me up on facebook after 30 years. I'm proud of her for writing her childrens books and getting it out there to the public.
http://danalesliemeade.com

I'm proud of Sergio Chavez, a young web designer and video editor for being persistent, willingness to work hard and following his heart.  http://sergiochavez.com/

I'm so proud of my friend and dentist from Connecticut, Tony Dioguardi  for following his music heart. He has pursued his dreams of playing guitar over the last 20 years and now he is playing with some big names on the following CD. Bravo Tony!
http://www.digstation.com/albumdetails.aspx?albumID=ALB000056479

I am so very grateful for my family, my Dad, Collette, Mike
Val, Steve, Sue, My nieces Sammy, Amanda and Angelica.

I am grateful for Vickie family.

I am grateful for Jim Hodge for all the good he does.

I am grateful for my very good freind Scott Sanchez, an Olympis Trainer and Dog Training Expert.
http://sitmeanssit.com/dog-training-mu/hawaii-dog-training/tag/maui-scott-sanchez/

I'm grateful for my great friend back east Mark Patruzo. We grew up together and have stayed friends all these years.  He Helps Dogs. http://www.helpwillysfriends.org/

I am so grateful to my friend Nancy Orlando from C-21 for be my friend all these years!
http://www.nancyorlando.com/

I am grateful for my church .
http://www.cslglv.org/

I am so very grateful to and for my honey and partner Vickie Pieper. She is truly one of Gods warriors and an increidible example of unconditional Love. If you want to see some video from our trip to India go visit her website.
http://vickiepieper.com/

So...
 What are you grateful for?
Who are you grateful for?

I'd like to know!

So go ahead and share what or who you are grateful for.

Have a Blessed Day,
Robby LeBlanc

P.S. - I'm working on a new Music CD!

One of the things I just love about Las Vegas is the the great entertainment and sports events that come here. On any given night you can witness people that are the very best in the world in their field.

This past Sunday I got a call to play a gig at the magnificent Bellagio Hotel Casino on Las Vegas Blvd. I was hired to play the first hour out on the patio looking over the private pool area, then move inside to perform while the guest had dinner.

I was out on the patio getting set up and a number of people were out there, I bumped into something, turned and looked over my shoulder and said, "That looks like Wayne Gretzky, the hockey great Hall of Famer." The lady next to me said, "That is Wayne Gretzky!"

I then realized I was standing near a guy that is known as the best in the world at what he does. The very best! Think about that a moment. In any category in life be it sports, music, teaching, sales, there are only a few in each category that ever reach the top of the top. The best of the best.

For those of you that don't know who Wayne is, his nickname was "The Great One", recognized as the greatest hockey player of all time.

What immediately came to mind was, all the things he had to do, over many years of honing his craft to be the very best. He did what most were not willing to do. He practiced longer. He practiced harder. Was passionate, consistent and unrelenting in his pursuite of excellence...It's a mind set. It's an attitude.
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Some Wayne Gretzky Quotes Include:
"I skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been."

"I wasn't naturally gifted in terms of size and speed; everything I did in hockey I worked for, and that's the way I'll be as a coach."

"Procrastination is one of the most common and deadliest of diseases and its toll on success and happiness is heavy."

"The highest compliment that you can pay me is to say that I work hard every day, that I never dog it."

"The only way a kid is going to practice is if it's total fun for him... and it was for me."

"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."
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Can you relate to any of those quotes?

Bumping into Wayne Gretzky, "The Great One", was a gentle reminder for me to look at areas in my life that need more discipline, focus, and training. Inside each of us is a World Champion.

What steps can you take today that will move you closer to your dreams?
Now go discover the Wayne Gretzky inside of you.

Have a Wonder Filled Week,
Robby

August 17 is my B Day!Tonight we went out with a few friends and had a nice meal
at Buca de Bepo. We celebrated tonight because Monday nights
Vickie has choir and didn't want her to miss rehersal...

 Anyway...
Another year has come and gone! It is amazing how fast the
years seem to go by so quickly. I started writing in my journal
a number of things I thought I would have done or had
accomplished by age 50.

I'm on track with some things and way off track with others.
Later this week maybe I'll share some things I am considering
changing.

The one thing I really appreciate and I am very grateful
for are my freinds. I have some really great people in my
life. Maybe some day I'll throw a huge party in Las Vegas
so all my friends from all over the world can just meet
each other. Between Vickie and I, we have a rainbow
of interesting people we are honored to call our friends.

Anyway, thanks for all your comments on face book and other
social media outlets. And to those that sent cards, Thank you! 

If it's your birthday this month Happy Birthday to you too!

Tomorrow I'll be posting a video I created for a recent
class project at church. It's called "Finding God".

That's all for now...

Have a wonderful day!
Robby LeBlanc