Well, I’ve thrown my party hat into the ring and submitted this video in the hopes I’ll be picked to cover the royal wedding for CNN and Robin Meade. Got my bags all packed, I’m ready to go!!
Hi, Robin & that most phenomenal of all news crews, CNN!! Why should you pick me?!? Let me count the ways . . .
I’m following my own advice and walking the talk about fair trade ~~ fantastic treasures to be found in Sedona, Arizona
This gorgeous rainbow-filled beaded barrette was made by Mayan women and represents the legend of Turtle Island. You can contact Marianne @ mamiles@g.com.
The name “Turtle Island” comes from a common Native American legend and is their name for the North American continent. The story tells us that North America is perched on the back of a very large tortoise who has volunteered its shell as a home for the land animals.
Though you may not realize it, Turtle Island is probably right under your feet! Turtle Island is the name that several native American tribes gave to the North American Continent. In their lore, the earth was at one time all water. The land animals had no place to live until a giant tortoise arose from the water and offered its shell as a home for these creatures. Thus, with North America perched on the back of this large turtle we need to treat our “island” home with honor and respect.Traditional people call North America “turtle island” because it is shaped like a turtle (Florida is one hind leg, Baja California is another, Mexico is the tail).
Each crystal holds special meaning for the person who cares for it. This special crystal came to me at the gathering for the 100th anniversary of Int’l Women’s Month. It is clear with a small cracked “blemish” in the back. The Native American artist read the crystal for me and found several images in it.
Send me a comment . . . What do you see?
This beautiful handcrafted beaded bracelet was made by a Navajo woman and purchased at an arts & crafts fair in the Village of Oak Creek, AZ. The good news is that while most do not have business cards or websites there is always a market “somewhere” close to Sedona or you can drive up Oak Creek Canyon about 4 miles to the Dairy Queen and visit the Native American booths.
Bear (introspection, strength, awakening the power of the unconscious and inner potential, lunar energy) and Bison (Manifesting Abundance through Right Action and Right Prayer) stone carvings purchased at the Oak Creek Canyon Native American booths. Don’t forget to enjoy the journey ~ the red rocks are gorgeous any time of year.
Speaking of lunar energy, don’t forget to look outside tonight (March 19) and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Super Moon!
Hair tubes (straighten one end of a paperclip, hook the end of your hair, slide the straightened end thru the tube and pull hair thru). The tubes are made by Mayan women and the bracelet is made by a Navajo grandmother made with cedar beads. Legend has it these beads are worn to ward off evil spirits.
Check out some of the wonderful music and dance I experienced at the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Month. Was honored to be invited to a special showing of The 13 Grandmothers (a movie that should be shown in every classroom!) Special thanks to Rev. Diane Deluna of the Madonna Ministry for putting on this extra-special event (www.madonnaministry.com)
Seven Sacred Pools In Sedona, take 89A and turn on Soldier Pass Road (doesn’t matter which direction you’re traveling~trust me), turn right on Rim Shadows and just drive straight thru stop signs (after stopping of course) until you see a gravelled parking lot on the left. Trail sign is Soldier’s Pass Trail #66. BTW Rim Shadows changes to another name so don’t be confused, just go straight)
Rachel’s Knoll http://www.lovesedona.com/Rachelsknoll.htm
Beautiful surround sound view of the red rocks! Rachel was born in 1910 and after traveling the country, settled in Sedona, asking her realtor to find her the perfect spot on which to live out her life. After her death, broken promises by the developer and many court battles, the Knoll has again been opened to the public. The Peace Pole remains but the medicine wheel has been removed. Just turn your back and imagine what it looked like before the resort, golf course and sharp angled housing went up (which by the way is now in bankruptcy). Too bad the beauty Rachel loved so much was destroyed by a (now failed) development. Seems there should be a rule that if the development fails, the land is to be returned to its original state.
I’ve joined forces with Team Bear2BSafe sponsored by S.A.F.E. Training (www.safetraining.llc) to take the plunge in support of Special Olympics on February 4 in Medford, Oregon. This event has a special place in my heart and I am proud to take part in memory of my little Cousin Ricky. While his life was short, his innocence and joy in the simple pleasures in life made a lasting impression on my heart. He taught compassion, tolerance and love. Please help me pass on those ideals by donating to my Team and supporting this wonderful cause! I would also ask that you email or share this link with your family, friends, co-workers and business associates. If you tweet, please retweet. Most importantly, ask everyone to continue spreading the word to their friends and family. Thank you!
Welcome to all my SITStahs who are visiting. I hope your day is as exciting as mine is going to be because I’M THE FEATURE BLOGGER TODAY!!! And to all other guests . . . if you haven’t checked out this phenomenal group of women it’s a definite for your “bucket” list!
My goal in life is to have FUN!!
So let the games begin!
Friends say my life is like a movie so here’s a little 90 second trailer. BTW, I’d like Angelina Jolie to play the lead!
Lead by example I always say so you’ll see me wearing my Joey magnetic purses everywhere (if you look closely you’ll even see them in all the videos!)
Shopping Dog Training Walking beautiful beaches
SITStah CHALLENGE: The average household spend $8,500/year on clothing, food, and home furnishings. I challenge my SITSahs to shift 5% of your budget to products that are fair trade, handmade and natural or recycled. THAT’S ONLY $425 but the good it will do is worth so much more.
In my martial arts life, I’ve trained with the best in the world (no, I’m not auditioning for Walker Texas Ranger – Mr. Norris was presenting me with Women’s Competitor of the Year). http://safetrainingllc.com/About.html
I’d love for you to stop by and visit my website www.safetrainingllc.com. Here’s a sample of what you’ll see:
SITStah ALERT!!!! I’ll be setting up a seminar when I’m up in Seattle for Bloggy Boot Camp and will be doing a contest for any SITStahs who want to win a free registration! (If I knew how to set up a contest here, I’d do it but if you’re interested just drop me a line. You can learn how to kick butt in both your physical and cyber world!
Until next time, have fun, be safe and show off your magnetic pursenality!
Happy 2011!! It’s going to be a fantastic year filled with positive thoughts and actions that will help others and protect the environment. Here are a few tips to start you off! Watch for a very special appearance by one who has a lesson for all of us.
As you can see, when you get out and enjoy life you never know who you’ll meet. More importantly, by example you are teaching the next generation what is important in life.
Again, I’d like to thank all those who were kind enough to invite me into their businesses and hearts:
Amber, one of the many beautiful, talented spirits you’ll meet as you enjoy life
Email is available on request if you are interested in contacting her about her products
Pottsville Pow Wow participants (loving prayers to Sun Bear and his family, Grandmother Agnes Pilgrim and all those who have honored me by accepting me in their circle). If you are lucky enough to attend one of these beautiful events, please be courteous and follow/learn the rules. Remember, this is a gathering of peace and prayer – please NO drugs or alcohol!!. Surround yourself with positive thoughts, bring food for the potluck, ask questions, dance when invited and walk in Beauty. A Ho!
This is day 3 of SITS’ Canon Rebel T2i contest and today’s vlog is filled with Halloween fun. Uptown Sedona expected 1,800 spooks, faeries, witches, superheroes, lions and tigers and bears . . . OH MY!!! I had so much fun reverse trick or treating and found that many are already buying fair trade chocolates!
The evening brought me back to Jerome for a ghost tour of the town, complete with a midnight stop at the cemetery. Talk about spooky!!! Amazing stories of the lives of miners, gunslingers, and ladies of the night. Definitely a must if one travels to this beautiful red rock country. And the best thing! While eating dinner, a little girl came up to us and gave us a package of M&M’s and made us promise that we would share them equally. It’s so nice to see young children learning how to share and make others smile!
This special crystal came to me at the gathering for the 100th anniversary of Int’l Women’s Month. It is clear with a small cracked “blemish” in the back. The Native American artist read the crystal for me and found several images in it. 
by a Navajo woman and purchased at an arts & crafts fair in the Village of Oak Creek, AZ. The good news is that while most do not have business cards or websites there is always a market “somewhere” close to Sedona or you can drive up Oak Creek Canyon about 4 miles to the Dairy Queen and visit the Native American booths.
In Sedona, take 89A and turn on Soldier Pass Road (doesn’t matter which direction
you’re traveling~trust me), turn right on Rim Shadows and just drive straight thru stop signs (after stopping of course) until you see a gravelled parking lot on the left. Trail sign is Soldier’s Pass Trail #66. BTW Rim Shadows changes to another name so don’t be confused, just go straight)
Kickin’ it with hubby and friends near the Berlin Wall
auditioning for Walker Texas Ranger – Mr. Norris was presenting me with Women’s Competitor of the Year). 
Spirit Room, Connor Hotel
Halloween Parade
