Creative Communications Center

It’s January...which means I’m in Hilton Head Island. SC until April. My goal is to relax a lot, walk the beach, work with my new trainer to really get in shape, heal my back, enjoy my friends ... and do some writing about some of my synchronicity/spiritual experiences.

And you? I’d love to hear from you and what’s new/special old in your life!

Dear Friends

“I think a hero is any person really intent in making this a better place for all people.” Maya Angelo

At CHaD (Children's Hospital @ Dartmouth) Heroes are seen every day.

They are the children themselves undergoing sometimes painful procedures with such courage and valor; their parents struggling with gut wrenching emotions and emerging with strength and inspiration for the rest of us; the amazing staff that help make healing possible with their love, care and expertise. No child is turned away because of inability to pay.

And the Heroes are You! You who recognize the need, a need that is supported by the CHaD Half Marathon for the past 12 years.

I have tears for 3 days because of how inspired and touched I am by the amazing courage of these kids and their parents. One example (there are many): at the Tribute event the night before the CHaD Half, people and organizations are recognized for their support of the event, and several people spoke.

One was 6 year old Elliott, microphone in hand as he shared what CHaD meant for him. His message: don't ever give up! When he was finished, he went to the back row of the auditorium and started there, going in front of everyone and giving a high five to all. The prevailing thought is that Elliot may well be our president one day.

He was followed by his Dad who, in tears, said that Elliot was 1 pound, 9 oz when born and was given an 18% chance to live - and look at him now. Inspiring to the core of our hearts, not a dry eye in the room.

Again, Bella, my little Maltese Therapy dog, and I are a team and last year raised over $3700 dollars - so of course we have to up our goal to $4000 this year, being the competitive souls we are for great causes - and we are asking for your help again this year.

Donations from our friends have ranged from $10 - $1000. I love that people give what they feel is right for them.

Nearly $900,000 was raised last year and almost 6 million dollars has been raised in the 12 years of the CHaD Half Marathon.

Just a vision 13 years ago. Just shows what's possible.

There are two ways to donate
1. www.chadhero.org

2. Make a check payable to DHH/CHaD, putting Team Susie and Bella in the subject line and send to:
CHaD Hero
CHaD Community Relations
One Medical Center Drive,
Lebanon, NH 03756.

Thanks so much for considering making a difference for CHaD!

Susie and Bella

CHaD HERO 2018

Susan Hastings, President of Creative Communications Center of Hanover, N.H. recently attended the 30th Annual Convention of the National Guild of Hypnotists at the Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center, Marlborough, MA. This convention draws approximately 1000 participants from all over the world.

Susan will be offering, as a result, 1) Hypnosis for Student Athletes to Achieve Peak Performance. Although it is well known that Olympians and professional athletes often use hypnosis to achieve their best, the importance of using hypnosis for young people in sports is just now being brought to the forefront with impressive results and 2) Hypnosis: An Excellent Alternative for Health Challenges. Hypnosis can help significantly, both independently and as a complement, for traditional health care to help with pain, stress, depresssion and anxiety.

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