Welcome to Speak Your Art Blog Hub. This blog combines posts from seven of my other blogs: In the Flow Studios Arts, In the Flow Studios Body, I Love Shelter Dogs, Mana Keepers, PaaMano Eskrima & Performing Arts, Self-Actualization thru Women's Empowerment and Speak Your Art Poetry. It brings my organizations together and offers my readers an easier way to follow new posts in one convenient location.
I hope you will find something that inspires you, empowers you or reminds you of the limitless possibilities that dwell within you. Thank you for visiting. I wish you Peace today and everyday.
January 19, 2015 marks a year from the day my husband and I drove to the Carson Animal Shelter and brought home a dog so sick, injured and emaciated we weren't sure he'd make it through the night. Ke-ola's story is one of triumph over insurmountable odds. It's a story of trust, sleepless nights and a community of strangers coming together to save a shelter dog or as we think of them, our forgotten angels. On the one year anniversary of Ke-ola (Ke-ola means life in Hawaiian) I share Ke-ola's journey so far and thank those that helped make it possible.
Ke-ola brought me to tears when I first saw his shelter video on Facebook. He was bloody, had chunks of flesh missing, emaciated, and could barely stand...yet when Denise Carta called to him with a loving voice his tail wagged and he found a way to stand and take a couple of steps to receive her loving caresses through the iron bars. This sweet boy had been through unimaginable pain, neglect, abuse, yet his heart was still open to love. I couldn't stop thinking about him, about how such a loving boy would never be adopted because his medical bills would be too much for most of us to afford (including myself). His case looked hopeless to me yet Denise and her followers kept networking him undaunted by the seemingly impossible task of saving his life. Great job by all, may I add!
Ke-ola at the Carson Animal Shelter. Video by Denise Carta.
Sky & River
Ke-ola loves his papa.
I brought the video and posts to my families attention and asked them if I could find a rescue to cover medical costs would they be willing to bring him into our family as a foster until he was healthy and could be adopted. They saw the tears running down my face and agreed. (I need to give my husband, Roland, sons, Kadante and Roland, and our pups Sky and River a HUGE and heartfelt thank you. While I have been the primary person in charge of Ke-ola's care, it's truly a family affair, it was too big a job for one person. They also made some pretty big sacrifices to accommodate Ke-ola. I love you family! You are the best!)
Kadante & Ke-ola
I didn't know anything about fostering or rescuing as we adopted our other dogs straight from the shelter. I did have a handful of contacts on Facebook that were involved in rescue and I put out a group message. Then the most unexpected thing happened, Donna Mason, a friend I only knew through Fb, responded that a rescue she works with would be willing to save him. I was shocked that any rescue would be willing to rescue a dog that was clearly in desperate need of so much medical attention. But in this last year, I've learned that I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue is all about saving as many lives as they can. They don't shy away from fostering dogs with medical problems or dogs in need of serious care. They said Yes when everyone else had said NO. (Ke-ola's plea was posted over 2,000 times in multiple social media outlets and it was I.C.A.R.E. that saved his life.)
Ke-ola, struggling to breath.
Roland & Ke-ola
Ke-ola was quarantined for 6 months, he was in and out of the emergency veterinary clinics, was hospitalized several times, had severe allergies and mange, had torn ears and bite marks on his head and legs, had numerous daily medications and medical procedures, and didn't trust anyone enough to relax when they were in "his den" (our family room). It took some time but the sleepless nights of caring for him and days spent bonding with him paid off...he learned to trust...and that's where the real work began. Ke-ola is no different that the rest of us...he is a work in progress. He has some very deep emotional scares that manifest as behavior problems and my family and I are working to help him get past these blocks. It is a slow process as we are learning as we go but are very hopeful that with professional help, love, time and commitment, he can become the well-balanced dog he derives to be. He has challenged us to become better people and in return has given us his devotion. Ke-ola wasn't born this way. Humans are responsible for his pain, it's our responsibility to help him heal. As I've written before, "Ke-ola is not an easy dog to care for but he is easy to love." Ke-ola is teaching us many valuable lessons. He demands that we bring the best in ourselves, that we grow past our comfort zones, and most importantly that we live through an example of Hope, Charity and Love.
A special THANK YOU to all those that reached out to help a dog that had no hope...Denise Carta, Donna Mason, Corrie Lenon Bravo, Gabby Alvarado, Elvira Torres, Michelle Rangel, Paola Valencia, Jasmine Yassi Rassekh, Donna Hirtriter, Cathy Larimer, Pet Hospital in Orange, Crossroads Animal Emergency, All States K9 Detection and Dog Training and all those that sent prayers, well wishes and positive thoughts...thank you for keeping hope alive! You are all heroes in our book!
Wishing you and your pack Peace today and everyday.
You can find us on Facebook: Page https://www.facebook.com/iloveshelterdogs Our page hopes to encourage more people to adopt not shop by sharing stories of successful shelter/rescue dog adoptions & useful info for a healthy dog. Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1405355683042930/ This group is an open group for rescues, fosters, shelter staff, volunteers to post dogs in need of adoption, transport or rescue. Our group’s admin is not affiliated with any posts or posters nor do we have any further information about a post. We are merely offing another place online to help get dogs seen, safe and in their forever homes. Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/109405533286226395235
Candle Quartz Crystal, aka the Pineapple Quartz, Celestial Quartz or Atlantean Lovestar is recognized by a myriad of smaller terminations surrounding a larger central point. The smaller ones can be either very sharp, as found in tranlucent candle quartz, or almost rounded as is usually found in opaque crystals. The sides of an opaque Candle Quartz often look and feel like a pineapple. Used in Meditation: Candle Quartz provides a gentle but powerful tool in self-awareness. Used for introspection it helps one find and identify emotional blocks and limiting thoughts by facilitating a better understanding of "the shadow" as referred to by Carl Jung. Known as a light bringer crystal it brings hope and comfort where there was unhappiness, hopelessness and pain. Said to resinate best with the heart chakra, Candle Quartz can help heal hurts, balance energies and encourage opening to the possibility of love. Used in Metaphysics: Ancient knowledge from Atlantis is said to be brought by the Candle Quartz. Legends say that they were given as heart gifts in Atlantis. Scrying or clairvoyance is often used to access this ancient knowledge and gain insight, though many methods can be used, including meditating with the crystal. Used to access information from the Akashic Records by advanced partitioners. Used in Decore: As an abundance crystal they are helpful in any room where business there are business transactions because they are said to stimulate the prosperity of the business. Candle Quartz can be used to dissipate lower vibrations from ones character or environment, the presence of the stone in the environment acts as a clarifying agent " to turn shadowy/dark energy back to it's original state of light. Used in Physical Healing: Candle Quartz is used to help with spiritual healing of depression, vertigo, carbohydrate assimilation, insulin regulation, and headaches.
Thank you for visiting. Wishing you Peace today and everyday.
You are invited to our Garden Valentines Boutique where you can leisurely browse our treasures and enjoy tea, biscuits and live harp music. We will only be open one weekend this season, Sat., Feb. 7th and Sun. Feb. 8th from 1pm - 4pm in La Mirada, CA.
Mana Keepers has been known for its "Love and Gratitude" Shop for the last decade. Our Mana Keepers Love and Gratitude Shop specializes in stone hearts. We have many different sizes, styles and mineral compositions available. We also have a wide variety of crystals and minerals that have represented love, friendship and fidelity, historically, mystically and/or legendarily. Our new jewelry pieces and crystal carvings are breathtaking and are a beautiful gift of Love and Gratitude that will last a lifetime. And wonderful ways to say "I love you" and/or "Thank you".
I know that some of you may not be able to attend so we will be adding some of our items here on this blog for sale starting Wednesday, Jan 14th. Once and item sells online it will no longer be available at the boutique so if you see a "must have" please order right away as most of the items offered are unique and we can't guarantee we can get another or similar item for the boutique.
Please feel free to share our boutique and online shopping with family and friends as inspired.
Thank you for visiting. Wishing you Peace today and everyday.
Apophyllite Crystals Keywords: Spiritual Connection, Meditation, Angelic Kingdom, Healing, Purity of Heart, Psychic Vision, Protection stone for firefighters The meaning of the name Apophyllite, comes from the Greek words that mean 'get' and 'leaf'... referring to its proclivity to exfoliate like a leaf, when heated. These crystals come in a range of colors, but the most common are the clear or colorless and green. Apophyllite may be found in Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Britain, Czech Republic, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Canada and Australia, but the most prized stones come from Poona in India. Used in meditation: Apophyllite is associated primarily with the third eye and crown chakras. Apophyllite is known for its high vibration. It is said raise spiritual vibrations, and spiritually energize the entire being. The spiritual connection of Apophyllite makes it an excellent helper crystal for deep meditation, mystical vision, and inter-dimensional or astral travel. It has been used in fire-walking ceremonies during meditation preparation to protect the walker. When placed on the third eye chakra, it enhances clairvoyance and mystical vision. Apophyllite is also used to assist in contacting and working with Guardian Angels, Spirit Guides and manifestations of the Higher Self. Resonating at such a high vibration makes it very useful for clarity of mind and of heart. Meditating with Apophyllite helps to clear blockages and bring healing balance to the entire energetic body but works especially well for the third eye and heart chakras. It is said to help one to see the "truth" that is so often hidden by our limiting thoughts and beliefs. Used in decoration: Used to invite Spirit and bring a sense of purity into a home by elevating the vibrations in the room, office, or sacred space, by placing one or more Apophyllite crystals around the room. No need to understand crystal grids or sacred geometry when decorating, use your intuition and let the Apophyllite do the rest. They have an excellent ability to transmit their energetic vibrations, making them wonderful pieces to keep in a conference room or a family room to relive stress, create an uplifting environment and to cleanse "lower" vibrations. Used in Physical Healing: In traditional folk and crystal healing, Apophyllite is used for tired or stressed eyes by placing on the eyelids. It is used similarly in different body regions for respiratory problems, stopping asthma attacks, allergies, and health of mucus membranes and skin. Used in Protection: Apophyllite is also considered a stone that lends protection from fire and those working with or fighting fire. The deep spiritual coolness is like a wild spring that engulfs its user in its protective vibrations. *Green Apophyllite has the energies of clear Apophyllite, plus its own energies. It is a stone of growth, universal love, and nature. It is said to bring abundance. It is related primarily to the heart chakra and connects the heart to the Crown Chakra and Spirit.
Thank you for visiting. Wishing you Peace today and everyday.
January 19, 2015 marks a year from the day my husband and I drove to the Carson Animal Shelter and brought home a dog so sick, injured and emaciated we weren't sure he'd make it through the night. Ke-ola's story is one of triumph over insurmountable odds. It's a story of trust, sleepless nights and a community of strangers coming together to save a shelter dog or as we think of them, our forgotten angels. On the one year anniversary of Ke-ola (Ke-ola means life in Hawaiian) I share Ke-ola's journey so far and thank those that helped make it possible.
Ke-ola is no different that the rest of us...he is a work in progress. He has some very deep emotional scares that manifest as behavior problems and my family and I are working to help him get past these blocks. It is a slow process as we are learning as we go but are very hopeful that with professional help, love, time and commitment, he can become the well-balanced dog he derives to be. He has challenged us to become better people and in return has given us his devotion. Ke-ola wasn't born this way. Humans are responsible for his pain, it's our responsibility to help him heal. As I've written before, "Ke-ola is not an easy dog to care for but he is easy to love." Ke-ola is teaching us many valuable lessons. He demands that we bring the best in ourselves, that we grow past our comfort zones, and most importantly that we live through an example of Hope, Charity and Love. 
