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What Does Your Heart Say?
If your questions require a more detailed answer, or if you need more assistance please feel encouraged to contact one of our rockstar team members in the office.
In short, traditional metaphysics is essentially the exploration of the fundamental nature of non-physical reality in relation to origin, existence, and understanding. Read More: What is Metaphysics?
“Science is not only compatible with spirituality; it is a profound source of spirituality.” ~Carl Sagan Read More: Why Metaphysical Sciences?
UMS presents a vast amount of information condensed into course format for accessibility to the student. The courses also serve to create a reference library that can be used well into the future.
The course content was extensively researched by a team of more than 40 writers and teachers. Many minds have come together to create this curriculum. Our research team members are varied in background, each bringing their own unique perspectives, wisdom, skills, and expertise to the courses they contributed to. Having a wide range of voices, writing styles, and perspectives keeps the curriculum fresh, interesting, and dynamic.
For UMS policies on non-discrimination, confidentiality, withdrawals, and program completion, click here.
Tuition for University of Metaphysical Sciences is as low as $950.00 when paid in full at the time of enrollment; course materials are additional. UMS payment plans offer flexible payment options to fit your schedule and your budget. The tuition and course materials fees can be prepaid, or spread out over 1, 2, or 4 years.
Our program is set up to be pay-as-you-go, meaning that with each payment made a set of course materials will be released. This offers you flexibility with your payments, and the option of moving more quickly through the courses if you choose. We hope this will assist you in pursuing your spiritual and professional goals.
For more detailed information, visit Tuition & Payment Plans.
Can I use student loans to cover tuition?
UMS is a non-secular, religious school, and is therefore ineligible to receive funds from FAFSA student loans or the GI Bill. We do offer payment plans to spread out the cost of tuition and course materials.
Our pricing has been reduced over time to offer this program for as little as possible. We are not offering scholarships at this time, but as funds become available we will be offering partial tuition scholarships for students in need of this assistance.
All prices listed on our Payment Plans page are for shipping within the United States. International shipping fees vary and are worked out on an individual basis. Students are also responsible for any duties that may be due to their government when they receive the course materials.
What is the cost for a second doctoral degree?
The second doctoral degree costs $300 in addition to the full tuition cost of your first three degrees.
The UMS curriculum is designed to give you a broad understanding of the field of metaphysics. The material is inclusive of many religions and belief systems to create awareness of the multitude of ideas and beliefs out there in the world. We endeavor to give accurate information, this being especially important where there are misconceptions or misinformation commonly held about a particular belief system, witchcraft being a good example.
Acceptance of all people’s spiritual experiences and belief systems is something that UMS deems vitally important to the future of humanity, and so we focus on a neutral and factual presentation of all kinds of beliefs. We do not ask that you believe or practice anything that you feel is not right for you, but we do ask you to keep an open mind when learning about the great variety of spiritual beliefs people hold. This can be especially helpful when, as a spiritual teacher or counselor, you find yourself working with people from many different spiritual backgrounds.
The curriculum spans many different areas of spiritual studies, as can be seen in the list of courses. The most powerful thing that you will learn though, as a student, is about your self, your gifts and skills, and your own true nature.
The courses consist of reading material generally between 20-120 pages in length. Most have a review of literature for further reading, and many have extensive reference material. Many of the courses also include meditations that are central to the overall course content.
Each course has an exam that includes true/false and multiple choice questions. These exams are primarily meant to enhance your integration of the material. If the course has meditations, you will be asked to share your experiences with the meditation. We encourage you to write about your process, whatever it was, and be gentle and accepting with where you are on your own path. We have a very supportive philosophy, and feel that there is no wrong way to experience these meditations, as long as you bring your full awareness and presence to the experience.
What are the meditations like?
The meditations are all in a guided format. They are focused on teaching skills, affirming concepts, and assisting you in accessing expanded states of awareness. They are very different from, though generally complementary to, silent meditation, and can support you in having deeper experiences within your own practice.
These meditations were all created by Christine Breese, the founder of UMS, with music by accomplished new age musician, Michael Hammer. They are very unique and powerful, and are definitely the heart and soul of the UMS curriculum.
We encourage students to fully experience these meditations to whatever degree they are able. Going as deeply as possible with the meditation work is what gives you the greatest potential for having a truly transformational, life changing journey with UMS.
How long will the program take to complete?
The UMS program is designed to be self-paced and to fit comfortably into your lifestyle.
It is possible to complete the entire program in 1 year, if you have ample time to dedicate to the process and are very motivated. We do ask that students take a minimum of 1 year to complete the program, to ensure that they have really integrated the material and gotten the most out of the journey.
Most students complete the program in around 2 years, fitting their studies into their lives in an enjoyable, practical way. One thing to note is that if a payment plan is chosen for paying the tuition, this affects the speed at which the courses can be completed. We ask that students do their best to complete the program within a 5 year time frame, but are very flexible and supportive with students as life happens.
How do I access my courses?
Internet Downloads– All course materials are downloaded through the student center. You will download PDF files for the written materials, and MP3 files for the guided meditations.
Partial Downloads / Postal– Download PDF files through the student center, receive meditation CDs through the mail.
Postal Delivery– All course materials will be sent through the mail. Printed materials are 3-hole punched for insertion into binders. Guided meditations are on CD.
Upon completion of your enrollment, you will be set up with a profile in the student center, which you will be able to access through our website. This is where you will download course materials (if choosing the internet option), as well as choose your electives, submit your exams, and keep your contact information up to date. You will be sent your login information via email upon completion of your enrollment.
Exams for each course are submitted through the student center. From here, you are able to print a copy of the exam if you prefer to take it on paper before submitting your responses online. Upon completion of an exam, an email will be sent to you with your score, a copy of the exam itself, and any feedback from faculty.
All exams are pass/fail, a passing score being 80% or better. Scores are not tracked, and grade point averages are not used at UMS. However, you will always receive an email of your graded exam, which will include your score.
Most students submit student projects and dissertations electronically, by email. If it is your preference, you may mail a hard copy.
*Students without internet access are still able to complete the program by completing the exam at the end of each course, and sending a copy in through the postal mail.
If I fail an exam, can I take it again?
Our system will allow you to submit an exam 3 times. Beyond this, staff is alerted so that we may connect with you, and open the exam to be submitted again. You are able to retake exams as many times as you need.
Do you give grades on tests?
We have a pass/fail system on exams. However, you will always receive an email of your graded exam, which will include your score.
What kind of support is available?
UMS has skilled student advisors available Monday through Friday, from 9-5 Pacific Standard Time, except holidays. Advisors do take lunch midday and have regular staff meetings, so if you are prompted to leave a message you can expect a call back in that same day. During office time advisors respond to calls and emails and are available to answer questions and offer encouragement, guidance, and support to potential and current students. Advisors are spiritually focused and knowledgeable, and are very good listeners and support people who genuinely love to connect with and get to know students. A high level of program support is maintained throughout the process, and advisors work with students on a personalized and individual basis. Extra support is offered by trained thesis advisors for students who are doing their final projects.
Would I be assigned a student advisor?
There are several staff members who can answer emails and phone calls pertaining to student questions, so there is no one person who assigned to a student.
Does UMS staff offer spiritual counseling?
Studies at University of Metaphysical Sciences are deeply transformative in nature, and at the core of the curriculum is an introduction to non-duality concepts. You are supported and encouraged in realizing the master within yourself, and also in facing your shadow selves and accepting and healing them. If you have done this type of work prior to enrollment, you may find yourself moving through the curriculum effortlessly. If not, you may find the courses trigger old hurts up for re-examination or processing. Sometimes the work in the curriculum may cause emotional releases, deep healing, or the need to talk to someone about the process.
When you enroll with UMS, you are held in loving energy on the inner planes throughout your studies by staff members. This is to assist you in successfully reaching your full potential. Wisdom of the Heart Church also maintains a prayer circle for specific requests. UMS is sensitive to difficult transformative processes, and wants to help you in every way possible. If you find yourself having a difficult emotional process, you are encouraged to write about what is going on in a letter or email to UMS. All letters are read by a staff member, and responded to with loving support.
UMS staff is limited in the scope of spiritual counseling it can offer. Answering questions or providing support and guidance through brief phone calls or emails is within that scope. More in depth counseling, advice, psychic readings, or especially any kind of crisis response or intervention is not within that scope. We strongly encourage you to cultivate and utilize your own support system and have access to local teachers, mentors, healers and counselors as needed, particularly in cases where you have experienced trauma, abuse, or mental health issues.
Whatever is going on in your life, the UMS curriculum is a very conscious way to explore your own deep healing and transformation, and, with proper support as needed, is well worth the challenges presented.
All that is required for enrollment is a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read and write fluently in English. To qualify for enrollment, check the box on the enrollment form verifying that you have completed the equivalent of high school in your country.
We have an open enrollment, so you can get started whenever the time is right for you.
Can I apply previous education or experience?
Because of the unique nature of our program, with its extensive curriculum and focus on personal growth and healing, consciousness expansion, and professional development, we do require all students begin with the bachelor’s level and then proceed to master’s and doctorate. We are often asked about this, as many of our prospective students are already professionals in the field, or already have advanced degrees. We stand behind our program and our graduates, and feel that the program is most beneficial when experienced in its entirety. Upon completing the program, we are confident that our graduates would agree.
How quickly can I finish the program?
While students are able to work at their own pace, it is our hope that students will take the time to digest the material thoroughly and integrate what they are learning.
It is possible to complete the program within this time frame if you prepay or enroll in the short term payment plan, and have at least 8-12 hours per week to devote to your studies.
Can I receive my courses more quickly?
If you are enrolled in the medium or long term payment plan, and wish to move more quickly, you may make additional payments to receive more courses.
How long to I have to finish the whole program?
There is no time limit on completing the program.
Is there coursework in the doctorate program?
How do I earn a second doctoral degree?
Do research on another metaphysical subject and write a second Doctoral Dissertation. The cost for the second doctoral degree is $300.
Can I complete all three degrees through correspondence?
All courses are correspondence courses and are completed in a distance learning format. We have designed the curriculum so that students can complete their studies and receive their degrees from home, by downloading courses from our student center, or receiving them through the mail.
Degrees offered by University of Metaphysical Sciences are non-secular, religious degrees. Our bachelors, masters, and all doctoral degrees except the Ph.D. are registered with the California Office of Education. We offer our Ph.D. degrees through Minnesota, as these degrees are registered with the Minnesota Office of Education. For a complete list of degree titles, visit Metaphysical Degrees & Credentials.
Upon completion of the master’s degree you have the option to be ordained by Wisdom of the Heart Church. This is a way of strengthening your status as a spiritual teacher, mentor, and counselor. It shows that you have completed a rigorous process of spiritual growth through Wisdom of the Heart Church and UMS, and that we stand behind you as a spiritual leader. This lends support and a sense of validity to your work with others. It helps to give others a sense of confidence and security that you have met the personal and spiritual qualifications to be ordained.
Why get a doctoral degree?
What is the difference between a Ph.D. and a D.D.?
The Doctor of Divinity, D.D. degree is more recognizable as a religious degree. If you will be practicing as a minister, or as a spiritual counselor or teacher, this is a good choice for your doctoral degree. For those who wish to write books and give lectures, a Ph.D. is a great option, as those who have a PhD preferred by publishers and event promoters. Some students choose to get both credentials, and in this case, the second doctorate can be applied for.
What are the limitations of a UMS degree?
UMS degrees are religious degrees, not secular degrees. They do not give you qualifications to teach at a secular or traditional college, and we caution our students to be careful in how they represent themselves so that they are not seen as psychologists or licensed counselors or therapists, nutritionists, or medical doctors.
Can I use my degree to call myself a Dr.?
Realize that these are not medical degrees, nor are they secular degrees. These are religious degrees, and must be used in this fashion. We do not recommend connecting your Dr. status to your work with medical practices in a way that would mislead your clients to believe that you have studied medical subjects. State specifically what your degree is in your advertisements, for instance: Dr. Jane Doe, D.D., Doctor of Divinity in Metaphysical Counseling, or Dr. Jane Doe, Ph.D., Doctor of Philosophy in Metaphysical Sciences. Spell out your degree rather than just using the letters if you connect it to your medical type of practice so that there is no misrepresentation as a medical degree. If you are advertising for anything other than medical-type services, for instance your classes, writings, lectures and such, spelling out your degree would not be necessary. In the case of counseling, be sure to refrain from misrepresenting yourself as a psychologist by making it clear that you are counseling in a spiritual format with a ministerial license.
What are the laws for teaching & counseling?
Spiritually based healing, counseling, or teaching is not (at this time) regulated in most parts of the world. This means there are no laws that govern this type of work. To be a marriage officiant, you will have to register with your county clerk or other agency, as marriage is regulated as a civic process. Otherwise, as long as you clearly represent yourself, you are in legal standing to do this type of work. The credentials offered by UMS can give you legitimacy in representing yourself as a qualified healer, teacher, or counselor.
More and more people are feeling the call to enter careers in metaphysics as the population looks to its spirituality and seeks guidance. This program is purposely designed to give qualifications and credentials to the future spiritual teachers who are serious about becoming a source of guidance and love to others. For information on the careers you might pursue with an education in metaphysics, visit Careers in Metaphysics.
If I don’t have the money for the down payment will you guys be able to work with me? I have extremely tight budget.
Thank you for your question! Yes, we can help you get started without having to make a down payment. We offer a partial scholarship which waives the down payment on the long term plan (see payment plan here), allowing you to get started by making your first monthly payment. Once you are ready to get started, please fill out and submit the enrollment form and the scholarship application on the same day.
If you have any further questions, feel free to call us at 707-822-2111, or email ums@umsonline.org.
Where is the info about the Paraguayan (?name?) retreat ???
The retreat center run by founder Christine Breese is Gaia Sagrada in Ecuador. You can find more information at gaiasagrada.com.
Does your university accept tuition paid by the VA?
I am sorry to say that no, we have not been approved to receive funds from the Veteran’s Administration.
Feel free to direct any further questions to ums@umsonline.org, or give us a call at 707-822-21111.
Are there fees associated with your Degree and Schooling once the courses are completed? Or once you have the degree do you have it forever?
There are no fees in addition to the tuition, course materials and shipping costs listed on this page. Your degrees and ordination remain valid, and there is nothing additional you have to do for them to remain so once the program is completed.
Is it possible to obtain M. Div degree in metaphysics? Also I have Master’s Degree in another field. Do I still need to get another bachelor degree in metaphysics to qualify for M. Div program?
What exactly is one able to do with a degree from UMS?
Thank you for your question! Our degrees are intended for students working in spiritual / metaphysical fields. For ideas or to see what others are doing with their degrees, I suggest visiting the Careers in Metaphysics page, as well as browsing through the bios of some of our graduates.
If you have further questions, feel free to give us a call at 707-822-2111 or email ums@umsonline.org.
Is this an online program?
Yes, this is an online program. Courses are downloaded as pdf files for the reading material, and mp3 files for the guided meditations. There is an option to add on the hard copy version, where you would receive printed material and the guided meditations on cd. Exams at submitted through our online student center.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to email ums@umsonline.org, or call us at 707-822-2111.

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what does your heart say?
if your questions require a more detailed answer, or if you need more assistance please feel encouraged to contact one of our rockstar team members in the office.
in short, traditional metaphysics is essentially the exploration of the fundamental nature of non-physical reality in relation to origin, existence, and understanding. read more: what is metaphysics?
“science is not only compatible with spirituality; it is a profound source of spirituality.” ~carl sagan read more: why metaphysical sciences?
ums presents a vast amount of information condensed into course format for accessibility to the student. the courses also serve to create a reference library that can be used well into the future.
the course content was extensively researched by a team of more than 40 writers and teachers. many minds have come together to create this curriculum. our research team members are varied in background, each bringing their own unique perspectives, wisdom, skills, and expertise to the courses they contributed to. having a wide range of voices, writing styles, and perspectives keeps the curriculum fresh, interesting, and dynamic.
for ums policies on non-discrimination, confidentiality, withdrawals, and program completion, click here.
tuition for university of metaphysical sciences is as low as $950.00 when paid in full at the time of enrollment; course materials are additional. ums payment plans offer flexible payment options to fit your schedule and your budget. the tuition and course materials fees can be prepaid, or spread out over 1, 2, or 4 years.
our program is set up to be pay-as-you-go, meaning that with each payment made a set of course materials will be released. this offers you flexibility with your payments, and the option of moving more quickly through the courses if you choose. we hope this will assist you in pursuing your spiritual and professional goals.
for more detailed information, visit tuition & payment plans.
can i use student loans to cover tuition?
ums is a non-secular, religious school, and is therefore ineligible to receive funds from fafsa student loans or the gi bill. we do offer payment plans to spread out the cost of tuition and course materials.
our pricing has been reduced over time to offer this program for as little as possible. we are not offering scholarships at this time, but as funds become available we will be offering partial tuition scholarships for students in need of this assistance.
all prices listed on our payment plans page are for shipping within the united states. international shipping fees vary and are worked out on an individual basis. students are also responsible for any duties that may be due to their government when they receive the course materials.
what is the cost for a second doctoral degree?
the second doctoral degree costs $300 in addition to the full tuition cost of your first three degrees.
the ums curriculum is designed to give you a broad understanding of the field of metaphysics. the material is inclusive of many religions and belief systems to create awareness of the multitude of ideas and beliefs out there in the world. we endeavor to give accurate information, this being especially important where there are misconceptions or misinformation commonly held about a particular belief system, witchcraft being a good example.
acceptance of all people’s spiritual experiences and belief systems is something that ums deems vitally important to the future of humanity, and so we focus on a neutral and factual presentation of all kinds of beliefs. we do not ask that you believe or practice anything that you feel is not right for you, but we do ask you to keep an open mind when learning about the great variety of spiritual beliefs people hold. this can be especially helpful when, as a spiritual teacher or counselor, you find yourself working with people from many different spiritual backgrounds.
the curriculum spans many different areas of spiritual studies, as can be seen in the list of courses. the most powerful thing that you will learn though, as a student, is about your self, your gifts and skills, and your own true nature.
the courses consist of reading material generally between 20-120 pages in length. most have a review of literature for further reading, and many have extensive reference material. many of the courses also include meditations that are central to the overall course content.
each course has an exam that includes true/false and multiple choice questions. these exams are primarily meant to enhance your integration of the material. if the course has meditations, you will be asked to share your experiences with the meditation. we encourage you to write about your process, whatever it was, and be gentle and accepting with where you are on your own path. we have a very supportive philosophy, and feel that there is no wrong way to experience these meditations, as long as you bring your full awareness and presence to the experience.
what are the meditations like?
the meditations are all in a guided format. they are focused on teaching skills, affirming concepts, and assisting you in accessing expanded states of awareness. they are very different from, though generally complementary to, silent meditation, and can support you in having deeper experiences within your own practice.
these meditations were all created by christine breese, the founder of ums, with music by accomplished new age musician, michael hammer. they are very unique and powerful, and are definitely the heart and soul of the ums curriculum.
we encourage students to fully experience these meditations to whatever degree they are able. going as deeply as possible with the meditation work is what gives you the greatest potential for having a truly transformational, life changing journey with ums.
how long will the program take to complete?
the ums program is designed to be self-paced and to fit comfortably into your lifestyle.
it is possible to complete the entire program in 1 year, if you have ample time to dedicate to the process and are very motivated. we do ask that students take a minimum of 1 year to complete the program, to ensure that they have really integrated the material and gotten the most out of the journey.
most students complete the program in around 2 years, fitting their studies into their lives in an enjoyable, practical way. one thing to note is that if a payment plan is chosen for paying the tuition, this affects the speed at which the courses can be completed. we ask that students do their best to complete the program within a 5 year time frame, but are very flexible and supportive with students as life happens.
how do i access my courses?
internet downloads– all course materials are downloaded through the student center. you will download pdf files for the written materials, and mp3 files for the guided meditations.
partial downloads / postal– download pdf files through the student center, receive meditation cds through the mail.
postal delivery– all course materials will be sent through the mail. printed materials are 3-hole punched for insertion into binders. guided meditations are on cd.
upon completion of your enrollment, you will be set up with a profile in the student center, which you will be able to access through our website. this is where you will download course materials (if choosing the internet option), as well as choose your electives, submit your exams, and keep your contact information up to date. you will be sent your login information via email upon completion of your enrollment.
exams for each course are submitted through the student center. from here, you are able to print a copy of the exam if you prefer to take it on paper before submitting your responses online. upon completion of an exam, an email will be sent to you with your score, a copy of the exam itself, and any feedback from faculty.
all exams are pass/fail, a passing score being 80% or better. scores are not tracked, and grade point averages are not used at ums. however, you will always receive an email of your graded exam, which will include your score.
most students submit student projects and dissertations electronically, by email. if it is your preference, you may mail a hard copy.
*students without internet access are still able to complete the program by completing the exam at the end of each course, and sending a copy in through the postal mail.
if i fail an exam, can i take it again?
our system will allow you to submit an exam 3 times. beyond this, staff is alerted so that we may connect with you, and open the exam to be submitted again. you are able to retake exams as many times as you need.
do you give grades on tests?
we have a pass/fail system on exams. however, you will always receive an email of your graded exam, which will include your score.
what kind of support is available?
ums has skilled student advisors available monday through friday, from 9-5 pacific standard time, except holidays. advisors do take lunch midday and have regular staff meetings, so if you are prompted to leave a message you can expect a call back in that same day. during office time advisors respond to calls and emails and are available to answer questions and offer encouragement, guidance, and support to potential and current students. advisors are spiritually focused and knowledgeable, and are very good listeners and support people who genuinely love to connect with and get to know students. a high level of program support is maintained throughout the process, and advisors work with students on a personalized and individual basis. extra support is offered by trained thesis advisors for students who are doing their final projects.
would i be assigned a student advisor?
there are several staff members who can answer emails and phone calls pertaining to student questions, so there is no one person who assigned to a student.
does ums staff offer spiritual counseling?
studies at university of metaphysical sciences are deeply transformative in nature, and at the core of the curriculum is an introduction to non-duality concepts. you are supported and encouraged in realizing the master within yourself, and also in facing your shadow selves and accepting and healing them. if you have done this type of work prior to enrollment, you may find yourself moving through the curriculum effortlessly. if not, you may find the courses trigger old hurts up for re-examination or processing. sometimes the work in the curriculum may cause emotional releases, deep healing, or the need to talk to someone about the process.
when you enroll with ums, you are held in loving energy on the inner planes throughout your studies by staff members. this is to assist you in successfully reaching your full potential. wisdom of the heart church also maintains a prayer circle for specific requests. ums is sensitive to difficult transformative processes, and wants to help you in every way possible. if you find yourself having a difficult emotional process, you are encouraged to write about what is going on in a letter or email to ums. all letters are read by a staff member, and responded to with loving support.
ums staff is limited in the scope of spiritual counseling it can offer. answering questions or providing support and guidance through brief phone calls or emails is within that scope. more in depth counseling, advice, psychic readings, or especially any kind of crisis response or intervention is not within that scope. we strongly encourage you to cultivate and utilize your own support system and have access to local teachers, mentors, healers and counselors as needed, particularly in cases where you have experienced trauma, abuse, or mental health issues.
whatever is going on in your life, the ums curriculum is a very conscious way to explore your own deep healing and transformation, and, with proper support as needed, is well worth the challenges presented.
all that is required for enrollment is a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read and write fluently in english. to qualify for enrollment, check the box on the enrollment form verifying that you have completed the equivalent of high school in your country.
we have an open enrollment, so you can get started whenever the time is right for you.
can i apply previous education or experience?
because of the unique nature of our program, with its extensive curriculum and focus on personal growth and healing, consciousness expansion, and professional development, we do require all students begin with the bachelor’s level and then proceed to master’s and doctorate. we are often asked about this, as many of our prospective students are already professionals in the field, or already have advanced degrees. we stand behind our program and our graduates, and feel that the program is most beneficial when experienced in its entirety. upon completing the program, we are confident that our graduates would agree.
how quickly can i finish the program?
while students are able to work at their own pace, it is our hope that students will take the time to digest the material thoroughly and integrate what they are learning.
it is possible to complete the program within this time frame if you prepay or enroll in the short term payment plan, and have at least 8-12 hours per week to devote to your studies.
can i receive my courses more quickly?
if you are enrolled in the medium or long term payment plan, and wish to move more quickly, you may make additional payments to receive more courses.
how long to i have to finish the whole program?
there is no time limit on completing the program.
is there coursework in the doctorate program?
how do i earn a second doctoral degree?
do research on another metaphysical subject and write a second doctoral dissertation. the cost for the second doctoral degree is $300.
can i complete all three degrees through correspondence?
all courses are correspondence courses and are completed in a distance learning format. we have designed the curriculum so that students can complete their studies and receive their degrees from home, by downloading courses from our student center, or receiving them through the mail.
degrees offered by university of metaphysical sciences are non-secular, religious degrees. our bachelors, masters, and all doctoral degrees except the ph.d. are registered with the california office of education. we offer our ph.d. degrees through minnesota, as these degrees are registered with the minnesota office of education. for a complete list of degree titles, visit metaphysical degrees & credentials.
upon completion of the master’s degree you have the option to be ordained by wisdom of the heart church. this is a way of strengthening your status as a spiritual teacher, mentor, and counselor. it shows that you have completed a rigorous process of spiritual growth through wisdom of the heart church and ums, and that we stand behind you as a spiritual leader. this lends support and a sense of validity to your work with others. it helps to give others a sense of confidence and security that you have met the personal and spiritual qualifications to be ordained.
why get a doctoral degree?
what is the difference between a ph.d. and a d.d.?
the doctor of divinity, d.d. degree is more recognizable as a religious degree. if you will be practicing as a minister, or as a spiritual counselor or teacher, this is a good choice for your doctoral degree. for those who wish to write books and give lectures, a ph.d. is a great option, as those who have a phd preferred by publishers and event promoters. some students choose to get both credentials, and in this case, the second doctorate can be applied for.
what are the limitations of a ums degree?
ums degrees are religious degrees, not secular degrees. they do not give you qualifications to teach at a secular or traditional college, and we caution our students to be careful in how they represent themselves so that they are not seen as psychologists or licensed counselors or therapists, nutritionists, or medical doctors.
can i use my degree to call myself a dr.?
realize that these are not medical degrees, nor are they secular degrees. these are religious degrees, and must be used in this fashion. we do not recommend connecting your dr. status to your work with medical practices in a way that would mislead your clients to believe that you have studied medical subjects. state specifically what your degree is in your advertisements, for instance: dr. jane doe, d.d., doctor of divinity in metaphysical counseling, or dr. jane doe, ph.d., doctor of philosophy in metaphysical sciences. spell out your degree rather than just using the letters if you connect it to your medical type of practice so that there is no misrepresentation as a medical degree. if you are advertising for anything other than medical-type services, for instance your classes, writings, lectures and such, spelling out your degree would not be necessary. in the case of counseling, be sure to refrain from misrepresenting yourself as a psychologist by making it clear that you are counseling in a spiritual format with a ministerial license.
what are the laws for teaching & counseling?
spiritually based healing, counseling, or teaching is not (at this time) regulated in most parts of the world. this means there are no laws that govern this type of work. to be a marriage officiant, you will have to register with your county clerk or other agency, as marriage is regulated as a civic process. otherwise, as long as you clearly represent yourself, you are in legal standing to do this type of work. the credentials offered by ums can give you legitimacy in representing yourself as a qualified healer, teacher, or counselor.
more and more people are feeling the call to enter careers in metaphysics as the population looks to its spirituality and seeks guidance. this program is purposely designed to give qualifications and credentials to the future spiritual teachers who are serious about becoming a source of guidance and love to others. for information on the careers you might pursue with an education in metaphysics, visit careers in metaphysics.
if i don’t have the money for the down payment will you guys be able to work with me? i have extremely tight budget.
thank you for your question! yes, we can help you get started without having to make a down payment. we offer a partial scholarship which waives the down payment on the long term plan (see payment plan here), allowing you to get started by making your first monthly payment. once you are ready to get started, please fill out and submit the enrollment form and the scholarship application on the same day.
if you have any further questions, feel free to call us at 707-822-2111, or email ums@umsonline.org.
where is the info about the paraguayan (?name?) retreat ???
the retreat center run by founder christine breese is gaia sagrada in ecuador. you can find more information at gaiasagrada.com.
does your university accept tuition paid by the va?
i am sorry to say that no, we have not been approved to receive funds from the veteran’s administration.
feel free to direct any further questions to ums@umsonline.org, or give us a call at 707-822-21111.
are there fees associated with your degree and schooling once the courses are completed? or once you have the degree do you have it forever?
there are no fees in addition to the tuition, course materials and shipping costs listed on this page. your degrees and ordination remain valid, and there is nothing additional you have to do for them to remain so once the program is completed.
is it possible to obtain m. div degree in metaphysics? also i have master’s degree in another field. do i still need to get another bachelor degree in metaphysics to qualify for m. div program?
what exactly is one able to do with a degree from ums?
thank you for your question! our degrees are intended for students working in spiritual / metaphysical fields. for ideas or to see what others are doing with their degrees, i suggest visiting the careers in metaphysics page, as well as browsing through the bios of some of our graduates.
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Washington, Mar. 9 - Israel is the only safe place for Christians in the Middle East, Israel’s Ambassador to the United States Michael Oren said in an editorial article published Friday.
“In contrast to elsewhere in the Middle East where hatred of Christians is ignored or encouraged, Israel remains committed to its Declaration of Independence pledge to "ensure the complete equality of all its citizens irrespective of religion," the Ambassador wrote on the Wall Street Journal opinion page.
Christianity has its biblical roots in places like Nazareth, Jerusalem, and the Galilee regionwhich are part of Israel. The Christian minority in Israel, around 154500 people, is extremely active in civic and economic life while enjoying equal political rights and representation.
In his piece, the ambassador noted that half the Christian population in Gaza Strip has fled since the Hamas takeover of the territory. Hamas prohibits Christmas decorations and public displays of Christian symbols, he wrote.
Oren explained that while Christians once made up 15 percent of the West Bank's population, today that number is as low as 2 percent.
The uprisings against longtime Arab dictators have left Christian communities around the Middle East in a precarious and often violent situation. In Egypt, the Coptic Christian community, about 10 percent of Egypt’s 81 million people, has come under repeated attacks by mobs since the fall of President Hosni Mubarak in February 2011. In Syria, the Christian community has been targeted as part of the government’s continuous assault on protesters since demonstrations against President Bashar Assad began last March.
Oren also noted that Iraq has seen a wave of church destructions and in Iran, conversion to Christianity is punishable by death.
“The extinction of the Middle East's Christian communities is an injustice of historic magnitude,” Oren said.
Yet Israel has seen an explosion in its Christian population, a trend Oren said was due to the freedom and opportunity given to the minority community.
“The only place in the Middle East where Christians aren't endangered but flourishing is Israel. Since Israel's founding in 1948, its Christian communities (including Russian and Greek Orthodox, Catholics, Armenians and Protestants) have expanded more than 1,000 percent,” he said.
Israel’s protection of Christians could provide a useful model for its neighbors, said Oren.
“Israel provides an example of how this trend can not only be prevented but reversed. With the respect and appreciation that they receive in the Jewish state, the Christians of Muslim countries could not only survive but thrive," Oren wrote.

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washington, mar. 9 - israel is the only safe place for christians in the middle east, israel’s ambassador to the united states michael oren said in an editorial article published friday.
“in contrast to elsewhere in the middle east where hatred of christians is ignored or encouraged, israel remains committed to its declaration of independence pledge to "ensure the complete equality of all its citizens irrespective of religion," the ambassador wrote on the wall street journal opinion page.
christianity has its biblical roots in places like nazareth, jerusalem, and the galilee regionwhich are part of israel. the christian minority in israel, around 154500 people, is extremely active in civic and economic life while enjoying equal political rights and representation.
in his piece, the ambassador noted that half the christian population in gaza strip has fled since the hamas takeover of the territory. hamas prohibits christmas decorations and public displays of christian symbols, he wrote.
oren explained that while christians once made up 15 percent of the west bank's population, today that number is as low as 2 percent.
the uprisings against longtime arab dictators have left christian communities around the middle east in a precarious and often violent situation. in egypt, the coptic christian community, about 10 percent of egypt’s 81 million people, has come under repeated attacks by mobs since the fall of president hosni mubarak in february 2011. in syria, the christian community has been targeted as part of the government’s continuous assault on protesters since demonstrations against president bashar assad began last march.
oren also noted that iraq has seen a wave of church destructions and in iran, conversion to christianity is punishable by death.
“the extinction of the middle east's christian communities is an injustice of historic magnitude,” oren said.
yet israel has seen an explosion in its christian population, a trend oren said was due to the freedom and opportunity given to the minority community.
“the only place in the middle east where christians aren't endangered but flourishing is israel. since israel's founding in 1948, its christian communities (including russian and greek orthodox, catholics, armenians and protestants) have expanded more than 1,000 percent,” he said.
israel’s protection of christians could provide a useful model for its neighbors, said oren.
“israel provides an example of how this trend can not only be prevented but reversed. with the respect and appreciation that they receive in the jewish state, the christians of muslim countries could not only survive but thrive," oren wrote.


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Anyone with kids will know that an inquisitive toddler needs constant attention. You can’t take your eyes off them for a second. And if you’re a new mum or dad, you might not want to. However, sometimes you’ll just need five minutes of quiet time. Five minutes where your toddler can entertain his or herself and give you a short break. Slipping in the odd breaks throughout the day will make a world of difference to your wellbeing! A little recharge is always necessary.
Toddlers are also the perfect age to begin learning new things. They’ll learn how to walk, how to talk and how to build basic motor functions. You won’t want to miss out on any opportunity for your child to develop these skills. It’s never too early to begin teaching them. The best way to do this is to incorporate the learning process into playing. As tempting as it is to park your toddler in front of a Disney film, it isn’t the best way to help them develop. There is a balance to be found here, especially if you’re a single parent. These following ideas will help your toddler get lost in a fun activity. You can take a break and your toddler will be learning a new skill.
You’ll find a sensory table at most child-care facilities, so why not have one at home? A sensory table can have rice, beans, sand or water. Anything that a young child can pick up. Anything they can measure and sort. They spend hours measuring and transporting sand. This builds their perception of weight and mass. Picking up small items like grains of rice or beans improves the motor skills in their hands and fingers. You will need to keep an eye on them and make sure the sand doesn’t go in their mouth though!
A thousand-piece puzzle with a complex image is obviously not ideal for a toddler. But you can create your own puzzle by taking a large photo of yourself or your family and cutting into big pieces. Your toddler will slowly learn how pieces fit together and they will love seeing your face at the end of it!
Children should be exposed to music at an early age. They love to dance and wiggle to the beat! This helps them with coordination and balance. Pop songs are great because they can begin to get a grasp of language as they try to sing along.
Counting is the fundamental starting point for language. It introduces the notion of order and pattern and saying the numbers aloud covers most major sounds. You could blow bubbles and count as your child pops each one. Or you could write numbers on the stairs and count them as they climb.
Toddlers should be allowed to draw freely (with safe crayons or emulsion pens). They’ll develop the importance of grip and dexterity. It also stimulates creativity which unlocks all kinds of intelligence and thought processes.
There are many ways to entertain your toddler and make sure they’re developing at the same time. Let them engage with these activities and you can take a break. You can just watch over them rather than constantly entertaining. Let them learn for themselves and you can jump in when necessary. Your toddler will be happy and bright!

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thanks to elizabeth pfaff for the image.
anyone with kids will know that an inquisitive toddler needs constant attention. you can’t take your eyes off them for a second. and if you’re a new mum or dad, you might not want to. however, sometimes you’ll just need five minutes of quiet time. five minutes where your toddler can entertain his or herself and give you a short break. slipping in the odd breaks throughout the day will make a world of difference to your wellbeing! a little recharge is always necessary.
toddlers are also the perfect age to begin learning new things. they’ll learn how to walk, how to talk and how to build basic motor functions. you won’t want to miss out on any opportunity for your child to develop these skills. it’s never too early to begin teaching them. the best way to do this is to incorporate the learning process into playing. as tempting as it is to park your toddler in front of a disney film, it isn’t the best way to help them develop. there is a balance to be found here, especially if you’re a single parent. these following ideas will help your toddler get lost in a fun activity. you can take a break and your toddler will be learning a new skill.
you’ll find a sensory table at most child-care facilities, so why not have one at home? a sensory table can have rice, beans, sand or water. anything that a young child can pick up. anything they can measure and sort. they spend hours measuring and transporting sand. this builds their perception of weight and mass. picking up small items like grains of rice or beans improves the motor skills in their hands and fingers. you will need to keep an eye on them and make sure the sand doesn’t go in their mouth though!
a thousand-piece puzzle with a complex image is obviously not ideal for a toddler. but you can create your own puzzle by taking a large photo of yourself or your family and cutting into big pieces. your toddler will slowly learn how pieces fit together and they will love seeing your face at the end of it!
children should be exposed to music at an early age. they love to dance and wiggle to the beat! this helps them with coordination and balance. pop songs are great because they can begin to get a grasp of language as they try to sing along.
counting is the fundamental starting point for language. it introduces the notion of order and pattern and saying the numbers aloud covers most major sounds. you could blow bubbles and count as your child pops each one. or you could write numbers on the stairs and count them as they climb.
toddlers should be allowed to draw freely (with safe crayons or emulsion pens). they’ll develop the importance of grip and dexterity. it also stimulates creativity which unlocks all kinds of intelligence and thought processes.
there are many ways to entertain your toddler and make sure they’re developing at the same time. let them engage with these activities and you can take a break. you can just watch over them rather than constantly entertaining. let them learn for themselves and you can jump in when necessary. your toddler will be happy and bright!


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Hosted by Greg Knieriemen, Ed Saipetch and Sarah Vela. This week, Eddie is on a secret mission so it's just Sarah and Greg with our special guest, Mark Twomey (aka Storagezilla).
Could Yahoo overpay for Hulu?
Hosted by Greg Knieriemen, Ed Saipetch and Sarah Vela. This week Eddie hosts the show solo at DrupalCon in Portland, Oregon with special guests Joaquin Lippincott, President of Metal Toad Media and Holly Ross, Executive Director of the Drupal Association.
Hosted by Greg Knieriemen, Ed Saipetch and Sarah Vela. This week, Sarah is out with the band so it's just Eddie and Greg.
Hosted by Greg Knieriemen, Ed Saipetch and Sarah Vela. This week, Eddie is on a secret mission so it's just Sarah and Greg.

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hosted by greg knieriemen, ed saipetch and sarah vela. this week, eddie is on a secret mission so it's just sarah and greg with our special guest, mark twomey (aka storagezilla).
could yahoo overpay for hulu?
hosted by greg knieriemen, ed saipetch and sarah vela. this week eddie hosts the show solo at drupalcon in portland, oregon with special guests joaquin lippincott, president of metal toad media and holly ross, executive director of the drupal association.
hosted by greg knieriemen, ed saipetch and sarah vela. this week, sarah is out with the band so it's just eddie and greg.
hosted by greg knieriemen, ed saipetch and sarah vela. this week, eddie is on a secret mission so it's just sarah and greg.


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If you find meaningful or important information in a cable, please link directly to its unique reference number. Linking to a specific paragraph in the body of a cable is also possible by copying the appropriate link (to be found at theparagraph symbol). Please mark messages for social networking services like Twitter with the hash tags #cablegate and a hash containing the reference ID e.g. #09TRIPOLI208.
CLASSIFIED BY: Gene A. Cretz, Ambassador, U.S. Embassy - Tripoli, U.S. Dept of State. REASON: 1.4 (b), (d) 1. (C) Summary: A series of events since last summer suggest that tension between various children of Muammar al-Qadhafi has increased, XXXXXXXXXXXX. Much of the tension appears to stem from resentment of Saif al-Islam's high-profile as the public face of the regime; however, deeper tension about contradictions between Saif al-Islam's proposed political-economic reforms, XXXXXXXXXXXX and XXXXXXXXXXXX also play an important role. The arrest and intimidation of a number of Saif al-Islam allies since last summer, on the one hand, and moves to circumscribe Muatassim's role in military equipment procurement, on the other, suggest that the current level of discord among al-Qadhafi's children is acute. While internecine strife is nothing new for the famously fractious al-Qadhafi family, the recent escalation of tension comes during a particularly momentous period. Amid turmoil related to the 40th anniversary of the revolution, Muammar al-Qadhafi's recent election as African Union chairman, proposed political-economic reforms and persistent rumors about al-Qadhafi's health and the absence of a viable mechanism to orchestrate a succession, the sharp rivalry between the al-Qadhafi children could play an important, if not determinative role, in whether the family is able to hold on to power after the author of the revolution exits the political scene. End summary.
¶5. XXXXXXXXXXXX have told us that Aisha played a strong role in urging a hardline Libyan position with respect to the Swiss-Libyan contretemps over Hannibal's arrest. Separately, the Swiss Ambassador told us that Aisha's less than accurate rendering to her father of the events surrounding Hannibal's arrest and treatment by Swiss authorities helped stoke Muammar al-Qadhafi's anger, limiting the extent to which Libyan and Swiss officials could maneuver to find an acceptable compromise. The Swiss have told us that in the most recent effort between the two sides to resolve the issue in Davos, Saif had approved an agreement that had the Swiss literally bending over backwards to assuage Libyan demands. After making a phone call (to either Aisha or the leader), Saif returned somewhat chastened after several minutes to rescind the aproval. The Swiss crisis, together with other points of intra-family tension, has reportedly brought Aisha, who enjoys closer relations with Hannibal than with her other brothers, together with Hannibal, Saadi and, to a lesser extent, Saif al-Arab. Muatassim reportedly agreed with the hardline approach vis a vis the Swiss and has been closer to Aisha's end of the spectrum than to that of Saif al-Islam, who urged a more moderate approach. Muhammad al-Qadhafi (the eldest son, but by al-Qadhafis' first wife) and Khamis al-Qadhafi (fifth son by al-Qadhafi's second wife and the well-respected commander of a special forces unit that effectively serves as a regime protection unit) have remained neutral. XXXXXXXXXXXX expressed frustration XXXXXXXXXXXX that Saif al-Islam had persisted in his hard-partying, womanizing ways, a source of concern in a socially conservative country like Libya.
¶7. (C) Saif al-Islam's highly-publicized visit to the U.S. last November-December exacerbated tension with his siblings, particularly Muatassim, who viewed it as grandstanding. Saif al-Islam's high-profile role as the public face of the regime to the West has been a mixed blessing for him. While it has bolstered his image (he is probably the most publicly-recognized figure in Libya other than Muammar al-Qadhafi), many Libyans view him as self-aggrandizing and too eager to please foreigners at the expense of Libyans' interest. His role in the denouement of the Bulgarian nurses' case, in which he acknowledged in media interviews that the nurses had been tortured and the investigation into their alleged injection of the AIDS virus into Libyan children bungled, badly damaged his reputation. The fact that his recent visit to the U.S. came not long after his August 2008 Youth Forum address - in which he strongly criticized the existing Jamahiriya system of governance, XXXXXXXXXXXX said that most of his proposed reforms had already been achieved, and declared his intention to withdraw from political life to focus solely on civil society issues (ref E) - reportedly irritated his siblings. XXXXXXXXXXXX have suggested to us that Muatassim's desire to visit Washington this spring and his seemingly overweaning focus on having meetings with senior USG officials and signing a number of agreements are driven at least in part by a strong sense of competition with Saif al-Islam.
and as a threat to conservative regime elements, many of whom personally played a part in the most serious transgressions of the late 1970's and 1980's.

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classified by: gene a. cretz, ambassador, u.s. embassy - tripoli, u.s. dept of state. reason: 1.4 (b), (d) 1. (c) summary: a series of events since last summer suggest that tension between various children of muammar al-qadhafi has increased, xxxxxxxxxxxx. much of the tension appears to stem from resentment of saif al-islam's high-profile as the public face of the regime; however, deeper tension about contradictions between saif al-islam's proposed political-economic reforms, xxxxxxxxxxxx and xxxxxxxxxxxx also play an important role. the arrest and intimidation of a number of saif al-islam allies since last summer, on the one hand, and moves to circumscribe muatassim's role in military equipment procurement, on the other, suggest that the current level of discord among al-qadhafi's children is acute. while internecine strife is nothing new for the famously fractious al-qadhafi family, the recent escalation of tension comes during a particularly momentous period. amid turmoil related to the 40th anniversary of the revolution, muammar al-qadhafi's recent election as african union chairman, proposed political-economic reforms and persistent rumors about al-qadhafi's health and the absence of a viable mechanism to orchestrate a succession, the sharp rivalry between the al-qadhafi children could play an important, if not determinative role, in whether the family is able to hold on to power after the author of the revolution exits the political scene. end summary.
¶5. xxxxxxxxxxxx have told us that aisha played a strong role in urging a hardline libyan position with respect to the swiss-libyan contretemps over hannibal's arrest. separately, the swiss ambassador told us that aisha's less than accurate rendering to her father of the events surrounding hannibal's arrest and treatment by swiss authorities helped stoke muammar al-qadhafi's anger, limiting the extent to which libyan and swiss officials could maneuver to find an acceptable compromise. the swiss have told us that in the most recent effort between the two sides to resolve the issue in davos, saif had approved an agreement that had the swiss literally bending over backwards to assuage libyan demands. after making a phone call (to either aisha or the leader), saif returned somewhat chastened after several minutes to rescind the aproval. the swiss crisis, together with other points of intra-family tension, has reportedly brought aisha, who enjoys closer relations with hannibal than with her other brothers, together with hannibal, saadi and, to a lesser extent, saif al-arab. muatassim reportedly agreed with the hardline approach vis a vis the swiss and has been closer to aisha's end of the spectrum than to that of saif al-islam, who urged a more moderate approach. muhammad al-qadhafi (the eldest son, but by al-qadhafis' first wife) and khamis al-qadhafi (fifth son by al-qadhafi's second wife and the well-respected commander of a special forces unit that effectively serves as a regime protection unit) have remained neutral. xxxxxxxxxxxx expressed frustration xxxxxxxxxxxx that saif al-islam had persisted in his hard-partying, womanizing ways, a source of concern in a socially conservative country like libya.
¶7. (c) saif al-islam's highly-publicized visit to the u.s. last november-december exacerbated tension with his siblings, particularly muatassim, who viewed it as grandstanding. saif al-islam's high-profile role as the public face of the regime to the west has been a mixed blessing for him. while it has bolstered his image (he is probably the most publicly-recognized figure in libya other than muammar al-qadhafi), many libyans view him as self-aggrandizing and too eager to please foreigners at the expense of libyans' interest. his role in the denouement of the bulgarian nurses' case, in which he acknowledged in media interviews that the nurses had been tortured and the investigation into their alleged injection of the aids virus into libyan children bungled, badly damaged his reputation. the fact that his recent visit to the u.s. came not long after his august 2008 youth forum address - in which he strongly criticized the existing jamahiriya system of governance, xxxxxxxxxxxx said that most of his proposed reforms had already been achieved, and declared his intention to withdraw from political life to focus solely on civil society issues (ref e) - reportedly irritated his siblings. xxxxxxxxxxxx have suggested to us that muatassim's desire to visit washington this spring and his seemingly overweaning focus on having meetings with senior usg officials and signing a number of agreements are driven at least in part by a strong sense of competition with saif al-islam.
and as a threat to conservative regime elements, many of whom personally played a part in the most serious transgressions of the late 1970's and 1980's.


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join us in our newly-renovated dining room, spacious, welcoming bar, or relaxing patio lounge.
looking for a spot to watch the game? look no further! with the complete nfl package and 8 large flat screen tvs, we've got you covered all season long.
our delicious daily lunch specials help get you through your work day, and our daily drink specials make us the best spot for after-work relaxation. or, choose from our wide selection of craft beers, wine, & cocktails.
southern prohibition: suzy b, tallgrass: buffalo sweat, lucky town: hop fiasco, shocktop, bud light, miller lite, coors light, michelob ultra, yuengling, and sam adams octoberfest. (craft brewery options may vary.) over 40 additional bottled/canned beers available.
copyright ©2019 mississippi legends grill. all rights reserved.


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Season has been rocking along smoothly so far and though I have not been active on here, I have been busy in the woods. I've been more than blessed this year when it comes to bringing in the deer meat. I never knew going into 2017 deer season that it would be one for the books. So I'll give everyone a run down on what has went down the last few months.
As Russcat stated, we kicked off the Kentucky season in grand fashion by having his two boys come share a camp with us. We brought it down to the wire and Logan and I were able to get the job done. Don't let Russcat or anyone else tell you any different, we were known as the A Team from the beginning!!!
Fast forward to Kentucky rifle season. I had big plans to shoot a good buck because our trail cams were crawling with shooters! I averaged about a dozen deer a day and the bucks seemed to be in love and ready. Well, I seen this one deer the second morning about 11 am and elected to pass. He was probably a 125ish inch 9 pointer I guessed at 3.5 years old. Well, I had another deer I had videoed with my cell phone for three days I called Fluffy. Little did I know on the last morning fluffy would run a doe in on me at a different location and I just completely misjudged him and needless to say I wasn't real proud of having to put a tag on a 2.5 year old.... So my Kentucky season was over before it really got started. I'm sure CaptTrae will be along to post pics of the lease kills this year. I think we killed 7 or 8 bucks this year with the biggest being a 150ish type 9 pointer.
On to Alabama. Bow season was about average at best and I didn't see any deer I even remotely got excited about. I had one big 8 pointer on cam I would have shot but he disappeared a week before bow season opened. I also had a goofy rack deer I would like to shoot and he too disappeared until December 11. I was in one of my favorite stands overlooking a bean field and a foodplot with thick bedding to the side of it and I figured it was time for the deer to be doing their deal so I hit the grunt call about 4:00 that evening. I didn't even get my call put up and this deer comes bopping down the edge of the thicket just looking for a fight. He grunted, snorthwheezed, tore trees down and made scrapes. It was my goof racked buck and I knew I was going to shoot him. I let him put on a show and also learned a valuable lesson when calling whitetails too. I watched him initially tear everything up and then he got in some sage grass and stood for literally 20 minutes in one spot. If I wouldn't have known that deer was there I would have never seen him! That goes to show you that the amount of times you call and don't see anything doesn't mean they didn't respond to you. If I would have moved any during that "standoff" he would have busted me and been on his way. Well he slipped back in the thicket and I grunted again and he come charging out of there ready for a fight. Unfortunately for him he couldn't handle the end of the fight I gave him and I had my first Alabama buck of 2017.
Fast forward from that Monday to the proceeding Thursday. I had planned to hunt at the house that morning and go with a good friend to his lease that evening to doe shoot. Well, I didn't see anything from the stand and decided I better get down early and go get ready to go with him. I got down at 9 and slipped around the edge of the woods to look down a creek bottom that is fire in the rut. As I was walking around the corner of the woods I looked across the bean field to another scope of woods and seen a doe standing there eating. Something just told me she had a friend with her so I watched. Keep in mind this is 500+ yards away and then I seen him. A monster! I could see the buck's rack from that distance without bino's and then just to confirm his size I looked at him through my bino's. He was huge. I immediately started to devise a plan to stalk him and decided I would get in the creek bottom and sneak around cause just so happen we have a shooting house about 300 yards from them and that's the direction the doe was feeding. I text my buddy and told him the deal and he said he would go without me to his place. After falling in the creek three different times I made it to flat ground and was able to slip within 50 yards of the shooting house. I layed on the ground ready to shoot for 45 minutes and didn't see anything. I then snuck into the shooting house and the wind was perfect so I decided I wouldn't leave until dark. After a loooooong sit, soaking wet and cold, I begin to think the deer had already passed through my lane before I got there but I stayed optimistic. Around 4pm I looked up in the lane and all I could see was mass and browtines. Although this wasn't the deer I had seen that morning I couldn't pass him up. I settled the crossairs and let one fly. Buck 2 for Alabama had hit the dirt and boy was he a good one. I didn't have any history with this buck nor has any of the neighbors but I like surprises so I was tickled with him.
Now on to the final buck of my Alabama season. It was the day after Christmas and I was on clean up duty, because we all know Santa may bring the gifts, but he sure as heck doesn't clean the aftermath of them up. I had loaded the truck up with garbage and was headed to our dumpster with it and of course I was window shopping while I drove down the road slowly where I wouldn't blow garbage all the way down it to the dumpster. Well, I look out on the neighbor and there stands the deer I been wanting to shoot allllll season! He was with a doe and heading towards us. Needless to say I did get a little extra hitch in my giddy up and unloaded the garbage basically in one sliding fish tail from the truck and back to the house I went. It was time for Santa to deliver MY Christmas present. Not much else to say about it though, I got in a ladder stand behind my house 100 yards around 2:15 and here come the doe with THREE bucks in tow. The big one of course draggin up the rear. After they jumped the fence and got out in front of me I was able to settle my sights and make a perfect shot on him. Tagged out and on to my Mississippi lease for this month's rut!
This past deer season has tested my patience and even though it looks like I killed one everytime I went, that would be a far stretch from the reality. I've logged MANY hours of sightless time in the stand this year. We had more acorns then ever and it has proven to be hard to even see a decent amount of deer. Deer sightings were hard to come by and for the deer I was able to take I am thankful! I hope everyone's dreams come true in 2018 and I wish everyone a prosperous new year!!
Those are great looking bucks! Congrats on a successful season.
Congrats on a great season! You never know going in how it will be coming out! We always have high expectations, otherwise we wouldn't go! Congrats again!
Hunting is a gamble, despite all the planning, preparation, etc. you never know how it will play out until it does!!
Wow, you have been a busy guy. Congrats on your successes!

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season has been rocking along smoothly so far and though i have not been active on here, i have been busy in the woods. i've been more than blessed this year when it comes to bringing in the deer meat. i never knew going into 2017 deer season that it would be one for the books. so i'll give everyone a run down on what has went down the last few months.
as russcat stated, we kicked off the kentucky season in grand fashion by having his two boys come share a camp with us. we brought it down to the wire and logan and i were able to get the job done. don't let russcat or anyone else tell you any different, we were known as the a team from the beginning!!!
fast forward to kentucky rifle season. i had big plans to shoot a good buck because our trail cams were crawling with shooters! i averaged about a dozen deer a day and the bucks seemed to be in love and ready. well, i seen this one deer the second morning about 11 am and elected to pass. he was probably a 125ish inch 9 pointer i guessed at 3.5 years old. well, i had another deer i had videoed with my cell phone for three days i called fluffy. little did i know on the last morning fluffy would run a doe in on me at a different location and i just completely misjudged him and needless to say i wasn't real proud of having to put a tag on a 2.5 year old.... so my kentucky season was over before it really got started. i'm sure capttrae will be along to post pics of the lease kills this year. i think we killed 7 or 8 bucks this year with the biggest being a 150ish type 9 pointer.
on to alabama. bow season was about average at best and i didn't see any deer i even remotely got excited about. i had one big 8 pointer on cam i would have shot but he disappeared a week before bow season opened. i also had a goofy rack deer i would like to shoot and he too disappeared until december 11. i was in one of my favorite stands overlooking a bean field and a foodplot with thick bedding to the side of it and i figured it was time for the deer to be doing their deal so i hit the grunt call about 4:00 that evening. i didn't even get my call put up and this deer comes bopping down the edge of the thicket just looking for a fight. he grunted, snorthwheezed, tore trees down and made scrapes. it was my goof racked buck and i knew i was going to shoot him. i let him put on a show and also learned a valuable lesson when calling whitetails too. i watched him initially tear everything up and then he got in some sage grass and stood for literally 20 minutes in one spot. if i wouldn't have known that deer was there i would have never seen him! that goes to show you that the amount of times you call and don't see anything doesn't mean they didn't respond to you. if i would have moved any during that "standoff" he would have busted me and been on his way. well he slipped back in the thicket and i grunted again and he come charging out of there ready for a fight. unfortunately for him he couldn't handle the end of the fight i gave him and i had my first alabama buck of 2017.
fast forward from that monday to the proceeding thursday. i had planned to hunt at the house that morning and go with a good friend to his lease that evening to doe shoot. well, i didn't see anything from the stand and decided i better get down early and go get ready to go with him. i got down at 9 and slipped around the edge of the woods to look down a creek bottom that is fire in the rut. as i was walking around the corner of the woods i looked across the bean field to another scope of woods and seen a doe standing there eating. something just told me she had a friend with her so i watched. keep in mind this is 500+ yards away and then i seen him. a monster! i could see the buck's rack from that distance without bino's and then just to confirm his size i looked at him through my bino's. he was huge. i immediately started to devise a plan to stalk him and decided i would get in the creek bottom and sneak around cause just so happen we have a shooting house about 300 yards from them and that's the direction the doe was feeding. i text my buddy and told him the deal and he said he would go without me to his place. after falling in the creek three different times i made it to flat ground and was able to slip within 50 yards of the shooting house. i layed on the ground ready to shoot for 45 minutes and didn't see anything. i then snuck into the shooting house and the wind was perfect so i decided i wouldn't leave until dark. after a loooooong sit, soaking wet and cold, i begin to think the deer had already passed through my lane before i got there but i stayed optimistic. around 4pm i looked up in the lane and all i could see was mass and browtines. although this wasn't the deer i had seen that morning i couldn't pass him up. i settled the crossairs and let one fly. buck 2 for alabama had hit the dirt and boy was he a good one. i didn't have any history with this buck nor has any of the neighbors but i like surprises so i was tickled with him.
now on to the final buck of my alabama season. it was the day after christmas and i was on clean up duty, because we all know santa may bring the gifts, but he sure as heck doesn't clean the aftermath of them up. i had loaded the truck up with garbage and was headed to our dumpster with it and of course i was window shopping while i drove down the road slowly where i wouldn't blow garbage all the way down it to the dumpster. well, i look out on the neighbor and there stands the deer i been wanting to shoot allllll season! he was with a doe and heading towards us. needless to say i did get a little extra hitch in my giddy up and unloaded the garbage basically in one sliding fish tail from the truck and back to the house i went. it was time for santa to deliver my christmas present. not much else to say about it though, i got in a ladder stand behind my house 100 yards around 2:15 and here come the doe with three bucks in tow. the big one of course draggin up the rear. after they jumped the fence and got out in front of me i was able to settle my sights and make a perfect shot on him. tagged out and on to my mississippi lease for this month's rut!
this past deer season has tested my patience and even though it looks like i killed one everytime i went, that would be a far stretch from the reality. i've logged many hours of sightless time in the stand this year. we had more acorns then ever and it has proven to be hard to even see a decent amount of deer. deer sightings were hard to come by and for the deer i was able to take i am thankful! i hope everyone's dreams come true in 2018 and i wish everyone a prosperous new year!!
those are great looking bucks! congrats on a successful season.
congrats on a great season! you never know going in how it will be coming out! we always have high expectations, otherwise we wouldn't go! congrats again!
hunting is a gamble, despite all the planning, preparation, etc. you never know how it will play out until it does!!
wow, you have been a busy guy. congrats on your successes!


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A version of this old song may have given Lady Nairne the inspiration to write her verses The Land o the Leal in 1798.
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jean redpath sang land o' the leal in 1986 on philo album of songs of lady nairne, lady nairne . the album was reissued in 2009 on greentrax as will ye no come back again? . this track was also included in 2014 on the greentrax anthology the scottish diaspora .
janet russell sang land o' the leal in 1988 on her harbourtown album gathering the fragments .
annie grace sang land o' the leal in 2004 on her greentrax album take me out drinking tonight .
a version of this old song may have given lady nairne the inspiration to write her verses the land o the leal in 1798.
alistair ogilvy sang land o' the leal on the tmsa young trad tour 2011 .
bobby eaglesham sang land o' the leal on the 2018 fellside anthology destination: fellside recordings 1976-2018 .
o, dry your glistening e'e, john!
o, haud ye leal and true, john!


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online streaming s the best thing to happen to tv since boxsets. being able to access all your favourite shows instantly, whether lying in bed, on the couch or even on the bus to work, high speed internet has allowed anyone to carry all their favourite shows with them, wherever they are. subscriptions to online streaming services like netflix, hula, hbo go or even free channels like bbc iplayer or 4od will allow you to catch up on any shows you might have missed. but all this convenience stops as soon as you leave the country. watch all your favourite shows with le vpn.
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Tuesday, March 3rd – On Tuesday at Rotary, I bragged about my son Jack’s team, the Alberta Smith Sharks winning their division championship and racking up an impressive 13-0 run. But I also wanted to make my fellow Rotarians aware of the plight of a very nice lady from Amelia. Mrs. Jackson is the custodian at Winterpock Elementary School and 5 years ago she lost her home to fire. Her modest 800+ foot square home was burned to the ground. Without insurance she has worked diligently to rebuild and now friends (with the assistance of Parkway Baptist Church) are helping her get back on her feet. I know readers of the Weekly Report have big hearts, and I want you to help me, help Mrs. Jackson. Click here to make a donation on GoFundMe or visit www.GoFundMe.com/glsmy0.
Tuesday afternoon we presented another Brand and Marketing report, this time to our friends at the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival. The 52nd Annual Festival starts July 17th so be sure to check out their website at www.MusicFest.org for the star studded line-up and to get your tickets online.
On Tuesday night, the Sharks muscled their way back from a 15-5 deficit to beat Clover Hill 37-32 in the CBL Championship Semi Final. This means the Sharks will take on Chalkley tomorrow for the Championship…weather permitting. March Madness has already started for me. I was so amped by the game Tuesday night, I didn’t get to sleep until 1 am.
Wednesday, March 4th – Kara was in town this week…yay! She was working with Kaity on putting the finishing touches on First Bank’s Welcome Guide, a big, beautiful 46 page print project that we are sending to 25,000 new customers. The front cover simply says “welcome.” Do you think that will grab people’s attention?
Despite the snow, I was still able to speak before the Brandermill Region Mens Club (BRMC) and talk with members about social media, the interactive web and robots. I speak to business and civic groups all over the area, so if you want me to speak to your group, call Madalyn at 521-4141 and I’ll bring my crazy, mad Powerpoint skills to you.
Madalyn sent out a media advisory yesterday on behalf of Commonwealth Autism, which was designed to make members of the media aware of the 2015 Annual Autism Conference being held March 11th & 12th in Richmond. Info on the conference is available atwww.autismva.org/2015conference.
Friday, March 6th – We are half staffed today because of the ice and snow, but managed to finish up a 40 page RFP response that took dozens of hours to complete. We will bind it up and send it off overnight. Between printing, and postage, and the hours it cost us to put it together we will have spent $3,000 to compete on a government contract that will probably be given to another agency whose best friend is the Marketing Director. Virginia’s Procurement System is broken.
Identify a competitor you admire and one that you don’t. Conduct a SWOT analysis on each (Strengths, Weakness, Opportunity and Threats). Ask the tough question; What are they doing right? What are they doing wrong? Then review the results with your team. It’s a very good strategy to produce a competitive marketing plan.

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“your brand is your public identity, what you’re trusted for. and for your brand to endure it has to be tested, redefined, managed and expanded as markets evolve. brands either learn or disappear.” – lisa gansky, best selling author.
tuesday, march 3rd – on tuesday at rotary, i bragged about my son jack’s team, the alberta smith sharks winning their division championship and racking up an impressive 13-0 run. but i also wanted to make my fellow rotarians aware of the plight of a very nice lady from amelia. mrs. jackson is the custodian at winterpock elementary school and 5 years ago she lost her home to fire. her modest 800+ foot square home was burned to the ground. without insurance she has worked diligently to rebuild and now friends (with the assistance of parkway baptist church) are helping her get back on her feet. i know readers of the weekly report have big hearts, and i want you to help me, help mrs. jackson. click here to make a donation on gofundme or visit www.gofundme.com/glsmy0.
tuesday afternoon we presented another brand and marketing report, this time to our friends at the shenandoah valley music festival. the 52nd annual festival starts july 17th so be sure to check out their website at www.musicfest.org for the star studded line-up and to get your tickets online.
on tuesday night, the sharks muscled their way back from a 15-5 deficit to beat clover hill 37-32 in the cbl championship semi final. this means the sharks will take on chalkley tomorrow for the championship…weather permitting. march madness has already started for me. i was so amped by the game tuesday night, i didn’t get to sleep until 1 am.
wednesday, march 4th – kara was in town this week…yay! she was working with kaity on putting the finishing touches on first bank’s welcome guide, a big, beautiful 46 page print project that we are sending to 25,000 new customers. the front cover simply says “welcome.” do you think that will grab people’s attention?
despite the snow, i was still able to speak before the brandermill region mens club (brmc) and talk with members about social media, the interactive web and robots. i speak to business and civic groups all over the area, so if you want me to speak to your group, call madalyn at 521-4141 and i’ll bring my crazy, mad powerpoint skills to you.
madalyn sent out a media advisory yesterday on behalf of commonwealth autism, which was designed to make members of the media aware of the 2015 annual autism conference being held march 11th & 12th in richmond. info on the conference is available atwww.autismva.org/2015conference.
friday, march 6th – we are half staffed today because of the ice and snow, but managed to finish up a 40 page rfp response that took dozens of hours to complete. we will bind it up and send it off overnight. between printing, and postage, and the hours it cost us to put it together we will have spent $3,000 to compete on a government contract that will probably be given to another agency whose best friend is the marketing director. virginia’s procurement system is broken.
identify a competitor you admire and one that you don’t. conduct a swot analysis on each (strengths, weakness, opportunity and threats). ask the tough question; what are they doing right? what are they doing wrong? then review the results with your team. it’s a very good strategy to produce a competitive marketing plan.