SIMPLE SATURDAY

Happy Festival of Lights (Divali) Day.

Food 'n Mood

How we eat, think and exercise has a huge effect on our attitude, health, mood, energy levels and aging process.

Most of us know and believe the above and if we were to practice self-discipline we could all feel good most of the time. Yet, how often do we eat food that does not agree with us and then we pay the price for that 'pleasure'.

How often do we skip exercise and while making this decision we already know it will affect our whole day? Yet we still do it! Dang!!!!

Spring is a good time to start making promises to ourselves and to silence that inner voice that keeps saying "it's OK, just for today I will spoil myself and start again tomorrow" This does NOT work, as there is always a tomorrow .......

What are your goals? Are you taking care of your body the best way you can - consistently? Treat your body well - there are no replacements or upgrades.

Eat with intention and awareness and choose a simple exercise routine that you enjoy. Exercise is the perfect accompaniment to healthy eating.

Get creative with veggies. If you feel you need to eat protein such as meat, fish and chicken keep it to the size of the palm of your hand.

"I do feel that spiritual progress does demand at some stage that we should cease to kill our fellow creatures for the satisfaction of our bodily wants. " Gandhi

Let's all start improving our overall quality of life today.

Today I am grateful for;

• the cute pics of Kent opening the parcel I sent him...I just knew the "Digger" book would be a hit.
• the cross I wear that protects me every day
• my Guardian Angels
• music - No Ordinary World : Joe Cocker
• the cool knitted socks I bought at the Chinese shop

Healing with the Fairies Oracle Card Reading (Doreen Virtue Ph.D)

Miracle Healing.

Card meaning : Expect a miracle. You have prayed for assistance, and it is forthcoming. The more completely you surrender your situation to God, the more rapidly you will realize your healing.

Affirmation : In truth, everything and everyone, including myself, is healed right now. I focus on this truth, instead of illusions of fear.

Enjoy today, you will never get it back again.

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx

FABULOUS FRIDAY

Remember to eat your veggies this weekend!

Interesting Article
How Toxins affect Hormones

There are toxins in the environment that have a direct impact on our hormones. They are hormone like substances that act in a similar way to human hormones when they enter the body. Though modern life has given us many conveniences, it has also given us substances that never existed in nature but that we are exposed to. Xeno-oestrogens are foreign substances that are not real oestrogen but act like it. These are chemicals found in substances like plastics and pesticides. Researchers believe that even though they are not real oestrogen, their effect in the body is to add to the total oestrogen level. This is a problem because oestrogen should be in balance with progesterone. The balance exists in the ratio between the two hormones, not their levels. If you have a higher amount of oestrogen compared to your progesterone you are in oestrogen dominance. Oestrogen dominance can put a woman at risk of developing oestrogen-dependent cancers such as breast cancer. It is the liver's task to take apart and detoxify xeno-oestrogens. Supporting the health of your liver is critical for your overall good health.
- Sarah Bearden

So - turf the microwave, detox regularly and scrub your fruit and veggies really well before you eat them.

Today I am grateful for;

• the fabulous UK pics my brother posted
• the non-genetically modified veggies I bought today
• the weekend
• my friend inviting me to Artscape on Saturday
• my himalayan crystal salt lamp that plays a big part in controlling my hayfever
• my fancy new cell phone (training is required)

Healing with the Fairies Oracle Card Reading (Doreen Virtue Ph.D)

New Opportunity.

Card meaning : Be aware of a huge new opportunity being presented to you. It is safe for you to trust and enter into this new realm.

Affirmation : I notice and embrace the new opportunities that are now in my life.

Use this weekend to soak up nature and spot the fairies.

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx

THURSDAY - PLETT MEMORIES

It's 05h00 - I luv this sacred time of day. All I can hear is the birds as they welcome this new day.

Plett Memories

• friendly, kind and fun-loving people
• Curry An'All - a wonderful quaint Indian restaurant with fab vegetarian food. They are hosting a Divali (Festival of Lights) evening on Saturday. Wish I could be there!
• the Lookout
• dolphins @ Lookout
• juicy sun rays
• pearly raindrops
• cows everywhere
• goats in the streets
• zebra
• springbok
• giraffes
• soft sea sand - feels like marshmellows
• the frothy ocean at its best
• the pub and all its local peeps
• the Global Village
• the old stone Church - spent some quiet time there to thank God for my wonderful life
• the old cemetery with a view of the ocean
• huge church bells
• amazing stained glass windows
• Spider Lodge
• Farmers Market
• the fab dogs on the farm - hi Eddie!
• the local veggie shop @ the taxi rank - highly recommended for both price and product
• the Charity Shop - books, books, books and wonderful junk galore. Bought a fab lacy antique top for R15-
• the fynbos
• all the trees - forest, woods, total Red Riding Hood country
• the cheerful parking attendant @ the Lookout
• the whale tail
• the Potter
• the Griequa Monument
• pink oyster mushrooms - never seen pink ones before!
• the Wildernis
• Knysna Waterfront
• the Tarrot Lady
• the old Chinese boat
• yachts galore
• free card reading by a wonderful psychic-on-holiday. She tells me I am a Seraphim, only one of three she has ever met.
• horses by the dozen
• cabbages @ the taxi rank R2- humongous ones
• baby baboons with mum
• ducks @ the local Pub - they chased me!
• Kwanokathula and its local residents - cool Shebeens
• lakes, lakes 'n more lakes
• huge, colourful Koi @ Global Village
• the Dachsund that smiles on demand @ the local Pub
• Beacon Island's new sign
• the strange 'thingy' at the new circle in town (apparently when finished will be a whale tail)
• Bongi the cool waitress-in-training @ the local Spur
• the Happy Smoker shop
• The Girls Restaurant
• Bongo's Wildernis for great Pizza
• Pomodoro Wildernis - best food ever
• Monks Pub 'n Restaurant
• Braai fires
• painted stones on the road side
• Buddha's by the dozen @ Global Village
• my fave sign 'bly weg, geweer gestel vir die bobbejane. Bye Bees.'
• cute cow paintings @ the local shop - yummy spinach and feta pies
• the history of bunny chow
• Plett clouds
• gentle giants of the ocean (my whale friends)
• Simple Simon's Fresh Homemade Pies (this one's for you Si!)
• Pure India - fabulous healing herbs, spices, teas, books, artifacts, jewellery and clothing
• Health Bells for crystals galore and wonderful sparkly Unicorns
• Darling of the Cape - traditional lip-smacking vintage Cape Restaurant
• the Snack Shack
• the old wooden boat in Knysna - a renovators dream
• Oom and Tannie - sorry I did not get to see you this time around. Will look you up at year end
• champagne - don't you just luv the bubbles
• the flower sellers on the way to Knysna
• female car guards
• the Rasta roti maker
• the 'potty stand'
• mattresses on milk crates - über trendy
• the long drop - I braved the woods
• fun, fun 'n more fun - I could go on forever ..........

Today I am grateful for;

• blue sky and swooshy clouds
• early morning showers
• my bottlebrush tree in full bloom
• another wonderful day
• my family
• pumpkin seeds and cacao nibs - a yum combination

Healing with the Fairies Oracle Card Reading ( Doreen Virtue Ph.D)

Honour your true feelings.

Card meaning : By drawing this card you are urged to listen to and follow your true feelings. Do not betray yourself, or rationalize that it's acceptable to deny your inner voice of truth.

Affirmation : I listen to, honour and follow my true feelings knowing that they are answers to my prayers.

Rock today with fun 'n luv

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx

WEDNESDAY - NATIONAL BANDANA DAY:14 OCTOBER 2009

The Sunflower Fund was formed in 1999 and was inspired by Chris Corlett and Daren Serebro's heroic struggle against leukaemia. It was formed by parents whose children had contracted leukaemia, and in some cases had lost their battle against it. Their aim was to secure financial support in order to increase the number of bone marrow stem cell donors in South Africa.

Chris painted the original "Sunflowers of Hope" painting while in isolation and copies of this now hang in all the transplant units in South Africa, as well as one in New Zealand and Australia. Chris saw donors as 'seeds of hope' for patients suffering as he was - hence the name "Sunflowers of Hope".

"Sunflowers of Hope"was painted by Chris Corlett before his death. Others, in their days of darkness, have done the same. Let the sunflower be a tribute to all those that have not survived and a symbol of hope to all patients in the future. (Information courtesy of the Sunflower fund website)

Please make a point of purchasing a bandana. At a cost of R20- you will be bringing hope to many leukaemia patients. I have been buying bandanas ever since the inception and have a really cool collection.

My pups and I proudly wear the bandanas knowing that my small donation has made a huge difference.

There are loads of different uses for all you creative peeps out there;

• pups look ultra-chic wearing a bandana
• table mats
• cushion covers
• hair bands
• scarves, etc

Let's keep the 'bandana fever' growing ..................

My 2009 bandana is dedicated to Lesley - an awesome survivor!

Wednesday in the kitchen

Mesir W'et - Spicy Ethiopian Lentil Stew

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried red lentils ( I guess any lentils will do)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1-3 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1 small can of tomato paste
• 2 cups veggie broth or water
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon berbere OR an additional tablespoon of paprika or cayenne pepper
• sea salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste
• oil for frying

Directions;

• soak lentils for at least an hour in water
• drain, rinse and set aside
• sauté onions and garlic in oil until golden
• add broth or water
• add spices and tomato paste
• when gently boiling add lentils
• turn down heat and simmer until lentils are tender and it's a thick stew- adding more liquid if needed

Serve with rice, pita bread or rotis (wraps work well too)

Today I am grateful for;

• All the crazy folk in Plett
• My short holiday
• all the work that is waiting for me
• the way my pups greeted me when I arrived home yesterday
• my turquoise hat - a special gift
• waking up early this morning in my own home

Read this often and live it TRULY!

Life is short,

break the rules,

forgive quickly,

kiss passionately,

love truly,

laugh constantly,

never stop smiling.

No matter how strange life is,

life is not always the party we expect it to be.

But as long as we are here

we should smile and be grateful.

- Anonymous

Healing with the Fairies Oracle Card Reading (Doreen Virtue Ph.D)

Inner Power

Card meaning : You are now allowing yourself to experience and express your true power. The fairies ask you to affirm, "it is safe for me to be powerful".

Affirmation : It is safe for me to be powerful! I have all the power of the Universe flowing through me and supporting me.

Have a sparkling Wednesday.

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx