We are truly in the throws of winter here in Ontario now. January is always a bit of a nonevent after the new year arrives which is as it should be. Winter is a quieter time for reflection, to go within and be introspective. This January has certainly been a change of pace for me. As we start to dream of the promise of spring with the ritual of the marmot in February, let’s not get too ahead of ourselves in anticipation. Spring will come in due course. Anticipation can be exciting when awaiting an experience that delights. However, sometimes we get stuck in the muck of misery while we await the event. That is not a resourceful state to be in. Joy resides in the present moment, not the future. We are gifted with the opportunity to make a loving choice each and every moment, We can choose to wallow over extended winter weather or we can choose to use it to really stop, listen and learn a bit about our selves, our relationships, out community or our world.

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I hope this newsletter finds you well and reflective in the quiet of these winterland days.

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(I have Rafiki bracelets to sell if you drop by my stall at any market I am at or contact me by email or phone.)

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Karmic consumerism need not become massive second mortgage time investments. Little things can have a positive impact. More importantly, the energy behind the decision to purchase ethically has a greater impact. If we do it out of compassion, it is loved based energy. If we do it out of resentment or guilt, it is fear based. Recently, I was about to buy a birthday card for a friend. The cards were next to some Rafiki friendship bracelets in the shop. She currently has a baby in the hospital, so I opted to purchase the health bracelet which pays forward medical costs for a year for a child in a third world country. Yeah, it costs me a few more loonies than a card would have, but for a mere ten bucks it was a symbolic act of solidarity for my friend and a way to spread the hope of good health to others in need. I have taken to having morning tea at the McCafe after I drop everyone off to school/work (free Wi-Fi to boot). Since my friend’s family have been so generously fed and housed by Ronald McDonald House while the baby is in Sick Kids, I do not hesitate now to throw the spare change into the Ronald McDonald bucket.

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Disclaimer: The associated legends, lore and metaphysical properties said to be attributed to gemstones and minerals are not meant to be a substitute for proper medical treatment by qualified practitioners. Crystal therapy, like all vibrational medicine, is complementary self-care used in conjunction with medical therapies.

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