The Arts

Image Your World Now: Many of us may have been 'out of touch' with our true essence because unconsciously we have been following other people's expectations for us. Now is your time to fully connect with your authentic self and receive its wisdom and power through my 'human landscape' images. Just see your world through a different lens - you are part of nature and not separate from her - and you will fly into your wildly free self. You can view her images at www.ankya.com.

"Imagine a wild, soulful, powerful woman alight with the force of nature. That is Ankya Klay. Her images reflect a weaving of interconnectiveness, with the natural world acting as a catalyst to experience our everyday life moments in a magical and sacred way. For me, to behold the images that Ankya creates is like walking into the depths of life's mystery and beauty. One simply is captivated over, and over, and over again. Her images inspire me to be more of who I am meant to be, and to question the parts that are still afraid. A gift for the heart and soul.... " G.A.

On Slender Threads: Fibers & Stones . . . gleaning these earth gifts, lifelong artisan and dancer Kay Moates mindfully creates soul seeking tools to transform, gentle, and refine your inward journey. Each On Slender Threads shawl is hand woven and infused with grounded symbols of illumination that awaken your inner calling, soothe transitions, and summon embodied change. Be wrapped and embraced in a knitted cocoon of authentic stillness, heart, and centered energy. . . onslenderthreads.com

"Receiving a package from Kay Moates of OnSlenderThreads is a sacred experience from the very first moment that you take the contents out and are aware of the attention to beauty and esthetics. Unwrapping my Crescent shawl, knitted with intention just for me, felt like a journey into the mystery of my life yet to unfold. Putting this sacred art around my shoulders instantly had me weeping with joy, embraced by the natural fibers and gemstones. A companion for awakening, stillness , and "coming home" that every woman should have". G.A.

	The Femail Creations mail order catalog and website feature gifts to celebrate and inspire women. This company feels strongly about honoring female artists and validating their work so they have chosen to focus their business on supporting female artists and women-owned businesses. Created by female artisans and entrepreneurs, the merchandise is one of a kind in design and spirit.
	I feel honored to be affiliated with this woman owned business, and would delight in your exploration of what they have to offer. Also, check out that logo! I think we have found a WildlyFreeWoman soul sister! At least they have the same hair stylist! G.A.

Colin Heaney: This fit in the palm of your hand Goddess with rounded belly, large breasts, and a spiral/labryinth and snake on the back of her was created by a gifted artist in Australia by the name of Colin Heaney. You can view her and some pretty amazing hand painted silks as well. This ReSource dedicated to our women's bodies and the sacred journey that we all walk.

When this beautiful figure was gifted to me by a dear friend, Ankya Klay of ImageYourWorldNow, I was deeply moved. As I held her, it brought up feelings and images of the Divine Feminine, not as separate from men, but as a representation to a greater sense of interconnectedness as women come into themselves fully. I carry this particular "Goddess" with me when I travel, and use as a talking piece in women's circles. When not moving about she rests on my altar as a reminder not to lose touch with those rounded, creative, beautiful, powerfully expressive parts of me. G.A.

Crystal Expansion: Shankari, the designer of these Drops of Light, tells us she hears colors and shapes as harmonies, and out of the various harmonies she hears, a particular design for a piece of jewelry is born. Then her master craftsmen on the island of Bali, after doing their daily ritual of yoga and meditation, begin work on realizing Shankari's designs. All pieces, which are truly Objects of Power, are handmade and set in silver, each design being a limited edition with only 25 or so produced for the entire world.

Each piece of this jewelry - and I now own three - feels like a supportive representation of where I am opening to in my life - in a personal, business, and a deep spiritual sense. The process of selection, absolutely supported by Donny Lobree, has amazed me over and over again as I am drawn to a piece, and at the same time it is energetically attracting me into relationship. I feel that these pieces of sacred art are clearly designed and created to serve as catalysts to support each person in their highest and most powerful expression. I absolutely know that they have for me. Take a look at the video on their site and you will see how my last piece chose me! I feel blessed to have them on my journey! G.A.

Leza Lowitz, Word Alchemist (Poet, Writer, Translator, Editor): Where does yoga end and poetry begin? Yoga helps us open the heart, recover our emotional core and connection to the world through breath, movement, and awareness.
Poetry does the same through words, images, and sound. Award-winning writer Leza Lowitz dances with Shri (Beauty and Joy) Shakti (Creative Energy) in 15 books inspired by Yoga and the Joy that is Life. From "Yoga Poems: Lines to Unfold By" to "Sacred Sanrkrit Words" to "Designing with Kanji" to "Green Tea to Go: Stories from Tokyo", come visit me and connect, inspiring your own creative visions! See my interview at Women on Writing

Leza's books are truly an alchemy between the world of the physical and the heart/soul with a tad of the clear, sharp mind thrown in for good measure. I remember reading some of the poems in Yoga Poems: Lines to Unfold By to my yoga students one day. What developed was not only a deepening of the practice, but an on going dialog that expanded our relationship with our own bodies - individually and as a group. Her stories and poems are earthy, relevant to the passage of transformation, and engaging in a way that takes you out of your "normal life", and opens the doorway into other worlds, cultures, thought, and forms. G.A.

Catherine Foster

Weaving Peace Through Art: My focus is on giving of my talents in both art and healing to the world. I infuse the energies of love, joy, abundance, and protection into every piece of artwork. Current project is my Peace Project embossing the words of peace from around the world into the artwork. - Catherine Foster, catheirne@catherinefoster.com

Catherine and her husband sat across a very crowded room from me at a business seminar in 2007. When she spoke, I felt the presence of peace in her words, and the energy of a very creative spirit. I remember that she was asking about how to price her art, and specifically her kimonos. At that point I didn't have direct contact with her, but as fate would have it we reconnected through another MasterMind group. I was struck by the incredible beauty that I saw before me on her site, and the uniqueness that has unfolded itself though her expression. Here is a woman that brings her creativity out into the world on behalf of a cause - Peace in the world. I invite you to go on her site and take a look at her Peace Project, read about her and her visions, and explore more of her art in the Gallery. If you know of any gallery that would be interested in her art, please make contact with her directly! G.A.

	Gratitude Beads 101, the tool for transforming your life™ Designed to be used as a simple counting device to aid in counting 101 things you are grateful for on a daily basis. Use it to show gratitude and affirm your dreams, or practice putting attention on a special need with their use. Order Gratitude Beads 101 and start increasing your happiness and joy today.
	Becoming grateful for what you already have, and for what you will have in the future, plays an important part in my daily awareness. There is not a day goes by that I am not grateful for all of the rich abundant life that surrounds me, and that is part of my moment to moment experience. These beads, as a physical reminder, promote a practice that will take your attention and move your focus towards thriving in every aspect of your life. G.A.
	CD by Frank Smith, "Gardens of Hope" Frank is an award winning guitarist and BMI recording artist with over 30 years of experience, and is considered a visionary because his multidimensional music weaves an emotional thread through each song he writes, lifting your spirit and making you smile. He has spent 5 years playing music for Chemotherapy patients and Rehab patients at local hospitals, which led to his latest recording that won the Lifestyle Music award for "Best Instrumental Album, Acoustic of 2007" produced by Will Ackerman, founder of Windham Hill Music. His style of music is inspirational and will lead you on an inner journey of calmness from which you will never be the same.
click here to Listen to song from CD	I have been a nurse for over 25 years and have worked a great deal with people that are facing life threatening illness. It came very close to home several years ago when my partner at the time went through chemotherapy and radiation for throat cancer. I listened to Frank's music with an added depth of experience and found tears streaming down my face immediately. There is a depth within his music that I felt down into heart and soul that unfolded itself within my tears. Perhaps it was some grief within me that desired to empty itself out making more room for life. Please listen to the clip on this listing and take note of what moves in you. G.A.

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