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indra Fehr spent the majority of her pre-mommy life painting, traveling, and working in a variety of seemingly unrelated jobs. Kindra Fehr These included: contact lens technician, flight attendant, bookseller at Golden Braid Books, waitress, or in what seems to have become a career, the teaching of art – specifically to children. She was born in Salt Lake City, spent her elementary years in Arvada, Colorado then returned to her place of birth with frequent sabbaticals to places like Europe, Asia, Nepal, and the east coast. She married the love of her life, talented musician, composer, producer, John Hancock in Florence, Italy in 2002. Then, at what the medical field calls “advanced maternal age” (we won’t say how advanced!) she became a MOM and a student of her daughter, Aria Hancock. With this newfound calling, the Catalyst column, Babying the Buddha was born.

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Currently at an even more “advanced maternal age” she is expecting her second child. In her current incarnation, Kindra paints out of her studio in Sugarhouse, teaches art at the Montessori Community School as well as the Salt Lake Art Center. But most of all, she likes spending time with John and Aria having “tea set parties,” singing “Frosty the Snowman” while holding hands in a circle no matter what time of year it is, swinging, sliding, and then, writing about it. In a big push to be an artist again before sleepless nights with a newborn, she will be exhibiting new works in a show titled “Extremities” at Michael Berry Gallery & Custom Framing; 163 East 300 South, SLC, UT 84111, 801-521-0243. Join the artist, see her artwork, and enjoy live music & refreshments at the opening reception on Gallery Stroll Night, Friday, April 18th from 6-9 pm. Show runs April 18th through May 10th. N

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IN THIS ISSUE Volume 27 Number 4 • April 2008

REGULARS 6

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK

GRETA BELANGER

DEJONG

ENVIRONEWS Environmental news from around the state and the west.

AMY BRUNVAND

COMINGS & GOINGS What’s new around town.

KATHERINE PIOLI

TRANSFORM U: SEED YOUR NEW GARDEN Last month you tilled, now plant new clothes in your closet.

FEATURED CATALYST EVENTS MELISSA MARTIN Check out our online calendar for complete calendar and continuous updates.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY Salt Lake’s oldest network of unique businesses and organizations to enrich and enliven your life.

PROFILE OF A GODDESS CAROL KOLEMAN Hestia, Goddess of Fire. Feed your passions, stretch your limits, fuel the fire that unites us all.

SHALL WE DANCE? “SCIENTIA” A night at the museum with the Children’s Dance Theatre (CDT).

BABYING THE BUDDHA Making community: how to find your people.

AQUARIUM AGE Expect the unexpected; you’ll have the strength to deal with it.

METAPHORS FOR THE MONTH Now we get to lighten up and have some fun!

ADVERTISER INDEX

URBAN ALMANAC: APRIL 2008 Day by day in the home, garden and sky

AURETHA CALLISON

GRETA DEJONG

AMY BRUNVAND KINDRA FEHR RALFEE FINN SUZANNE WAGNER

DIANE OLSON

SHORTS & OCCASIONALS 20

PICASSO & NURSE RATCHED

SHANNON MCQUADE

Artistic and creative expression improve health outcomes.

“CATS IN THE KITCHEN” KATHERINE PIOLI CATALYST pays a visit to the kitchen of Utah-based composer Phillip Bimstein,

GREEN WORLD

to discuss his new composition for flute, oboe, felines and appliances.

COMMISSIONER ART GOODTIMES

HAROLD CARR

Meet organizer, instigator and founder of the Talking Gourds Spoken Word Festival.

POETRY DOLLARS & MARRIED EYES JUDYTH HILL Celebrating National Poetry Month: Living by art and being wed to it. 26

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ARTS & LANGUAGES

BODYWORK

BOOKS, GIFTS, CDS, CLOTHING

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DAVID HOZA

GREEN LIVING

KATHERINE PIOLI

Changing one’s environmental habits on the homefront gets easier as specialty stores with skilled employees lead the way; national chains are hopping on the “green supplies” bandwagon, too. We look at Green Building Center, Earth Goods and Home Depot. Also — biochar, organic liquor, eco-mindful spending on the increase.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY

A unique network of area businesses and organizations that are making a positive difference locally, nationally and globally.

EARTH DAYS OF FUTURE PASSED

An event does not become “news” until the word gets out. “Did you hear—?” Over time, written accounts become history—the story of “what happened.” We browse through 17 years’ worth of environmental coverage by the Salt Lake Tribune to see what we citizens did that was considered newsworthy, how things have changed, and what has stayed the same.

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HEALTH, WELLNESS & BODY CARE

MISCELLANEOUS

MOVEMENT & SPORT

PSYCHIC ARTS & INTUITIVE SCIENCES

CERTIFICATION, DEGREES & SCHOOLS

PSYCHOTHERAPY, COUNSELING & PERSONAL GROWTH

ENERGY WORK & HEALING

SPIRITUAL PRACTICES

“MOSTLY PLANTS,” SAYS MICHAEL POLLAN

SCOTT EVANS

Author Michael Pollan told a packed Abravanel Hall last month everything one would need for a diet that’s healthy and balanced for both the person and the planet: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”

COACH JEANNETTE: LAW OF ATTRACTION

JEANNETTE MAW

Positive action for Mother Earth: activism the LOA way.

ASK YOUR MAMA: FOLLOW THE URGE

DONNA HENES

A tale of positive action in reverence of the earth.

SACRED ACTS

VAUGHN LOVEJOY

Tending trees, envisioning forests. Want to join Vaughn?

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ENVIRONEWS BY AMY BRUNVAND

National Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22 The first Earth Day was celebrated April 22, 1970, which the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency describes as “a time when rivers caught fire and cities were hidden under dense clouds of smoke.” Happy Earth Day!

Tend your garden to help the earth One way to celebrate Earth Day is by making your own lifestyle more sustainable, and the 2008 workshop schedule from Wasatch Community Gardens gives you a wide variety of environmentally beneficial (and aesthetically satisfying) ways to do exactly that. Most workshops are free, and you can learn about such topics as eating locally, composting, organic gardening, starting a school garden, keeping urban chickens, or “Rip Your Strip” (a hands-on workshop that shows you how to replace the water-wasting grass in your parking strip with attractive lowwater landscaping). Wasatch Community Gardens 2008 Workshop schedule: WWW.WASATCHGARDENS.ORG/WORKSHOPSCHEDULE.HTML

Photo by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Migratory birds return to Salt Lake If you can’t afford a safari to the Serengeti, the spring migration at the Great Salt Lake is not a bad substitute. The Great Salt Lake is one of only 17 sites of Hemispheric Importance in the Western Hemispheric Shorebird Reserve Network. Millions of birds from over 250 species depend on its wetlands to make the journey from North to South America. Take a field trip to the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival to see the birds, or get involved with Friends of Great Salt Lake to help preserve the ecosystem. Great Salt Lake Bird Festival, May 15-19: WWW.GREATSALTLAKEBIRDFEST.COM/ A joint conference of the International Society of

Salt Lake Research and Friends of Great Salt Lake will take place at the University of Utah, May 1116, 2008. The theme is “Saline Lakes Around the World: Unique Systems with Unique Values”: WWW.ISSLR.ORG/GSL2008/IN/

2007 environmental scorecard ranks Utah legislators The League of Conservation Voters has published their 2007 National Environmental Scorecard which ranks the environmental voting record representatives and senators in the U.S. Congress. The scorecard considers twenty key environmental votes. A score of 100% means that the congressman voted pro-environment on all 20 bills, while a score of 0% means he voted against the environment every time. • Senators Robert Bennett (R) UT 7% Orrin Hatch (R) UT 13% • Representatives Rob Bishop (R) UT-1 0% Chris Cannon (R) UT-3 10% Jim Matheson (D) UT-2 55% One vote on the scorecard that particularly affects Utah has to do with oil shale and tar sands development: a 2005 law requires the Bureau of Land Management to prioritize commercial leasing of oil shale and tar sands on public lands over other uses—essentially this could mean strip-mining more than two million acres in Utah, Colorado and Wyoming including in wilderness-quality recreational areas like the San Rafael Swell and other areas. Representative Mark Udall (D-CO) introduced an amendment to delay the oil shale/tar sands program in order to do more complete studies of the true environmental and economic impacts. Disappointingly, Bishop, Cannon and Matheson all voted against the Udall amendment. The good news is the Udall amendment passed even without their support. In 2005, Mark Udall said of the oil shale plan, “I support responsible oil and gas development, but we should not do it in a way that sacrifices Western lands and our quality of life.” League of Conservation Voters 2007 Environmental Scorecard: WWW.LCV.ORG/SCORECARD/ Oil Shale and Tar Sands Programmatic EIS: OSTSEIS.ANL.GOV/

Utah Legislature: Good & bad for the environment The 2008 general session ended in March, and the Utah Legislature passed a number of laws and resolutions that affect the environment. The Utah Chapter of the Sierra Club provided the following summary of the good news and the bad news (hb means house bill; s means senate bill; jr means joint resolution). Note that with hjr10 the threat of oil shale and tar sands development rears its ugly head once again. A resolution is not a law, but it does put the Utah legislature on record as favoring strip-mining as the best use of our public lands over wilderness conservation, recreation or any other use. The good news: hb106, s1 provides a tax credit for vehicles meeting higher air quality and fuel efficiency standards. Sponsor: Roz McGee (D-Salt Lake City) hb303 limits dishwashing detergent to 0.5% phosphorus. Sponsor: Chistine Johnson (D-Salt Lake City) sb205 allows customers to sell back excess electricity such as generated by a customer’s solar photovoltaic panels. Sponsor: Kevin VanTassel (R-Vernal) hb51, s2 protects cities and towns from losing water rights. Sponsor: Patrick Painter (R-Nephi) hb104,s3 appropriates $500,000 for urban trails. Sponsor: Kory M. Holdaway (R-Taylorsville) hb117 protects instream flow in rivers. Sponsor: Stephen E. Sandstrom (R-Orem) The bad news: sb245s5 prohibits using airport funds for light rail to the airport. Sponsor: Curtis Bramble (R-Provo) sb181s1 allows off-road vehicles on two-lane highways. Sponsor: Scott Jenkins (R-Plain City) hjr10 is a resolution to oppose congressional designation of wilderness on BLM lands and encourage oil shale and tar sands development. Sponsor: Aaron Tilton (R-Springville) Utah Chapter Sierra Club bill tracker: UTAH.SIERRACLUB.ORG/TRACKER/INDEX.HTML Utah Legislature: WWW.LE.STATE.UT.US/

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ZION CANYON – SEASONAL FIELD GUIDE Zion National Park ; 147,551 acres, 3 climatic zones, Geographic features include towering sandstone cliffs, among the highest in the world, and one of the last free flowing river systems on the Colorado Plateau. The park has a large, diverse plant and wildlife community: 800 species of plants, 271 birds, 75 mammals, 6 fish. Park information … www.nps.gov/zion • SPRING CLIMATE, APRIL Daytime temperatures average in the mid 70’s with many days into the Low 80’s. Spring is well underway. The lower elevations are displaying early wildflowers. • SPRING ACTIVITIES, CANYONEERING Bouldering and Technical Climbs are available year-round, but beginning in April some climbs may be restricted due to the Peregrine Falcon nesting season. Check with any of the adventure outfitters or the Park Service for available routes. • SPRING ACTIVITIES, FEATURED HIKING TRAIL The Watchman. Moderate exertion. 2 hour round trip 3.5 miles Starting at the Visitor Center, the trail takes you out of the grassy main valley winding up 368 ft to a panoramic viewpoint. Short side trails lead to cliff edges. • SPRING ACTIVITIES, FEATURED BIKING TRAIL,

Zion Climber image by local photographer

Grafton Ghost Town. 7 miles out and back, 2 hours on paved and maintained dirt road. Easy, scenic ride to the historic townsite used in filming “Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid” Spend a few minutes at the pioneer cemetery. Tech level 1 • APRIL, ZION CANYON FIELD INSTITUTE PROGRAMS (pre-registration required. 800.635.3959 or 435.772.3264) for detailed 2007 course descriptions - visit www.zionpark.org April 4th & 5th, Lytle Preserve $125 April 11th, Geology of Zion $50 April 17th & 18th, Zion through the Lens $160

April 19th Earth Day Events free April 23rd Wednesday Wildlife Walk $25 April 24th Thursday Trek $35

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April 6 Chocolate Workshop Learn catering secrets of Barbara Ellard 7:00 pm $75 RSVP Canyon Community Center Presented by Z-Arts April 11th Z-Arts“Guitar/Vocal Duo”Dave Tate & Victoria Langerstrom 7:00 pm $10 ($5 Z-Arts Members) Canyon Community Center April 12th Native Plant Sale (10am - 1 pm) Canyon Community Center Social, Drum Circle and Lectures (4 pm – 9 pm) April 13th “Islamic Sectarianism” discussion Dr Mehran Tamodonfar 7:00 pm free Canyon Community Center April 11th “Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring” 7:00 pm Free Z-Arts Independent Film monthly series selection Canyon Community Center April 25th Z-Arts “Open-Studios Tour” Reception, Fund Raiser Meet our area Artists. Silent and Live auctions featuring their works. Call 435.772.0770 for tickets and information or visit; www.z-arts.com April 26th and 27th Z-Arts “Open-Studios Tour” 11 am to 5 pm Visit more than 30 area Artists in their Studios - self-guided free tour varied locations in the Canyon and neighboring communities.

April 19th

Earth Day Festival !

8 am - 4 pm

ZION CANYON - LODGING April is a great time to visit Zion. The canyon is peaceful, spring is well underway, rates are reasonable. For all lodging - visit www.zionpark.com

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Bumbleberry Inn

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Spacious rooms with private balcony or patio. Cable TV, phones and pool. Scenic views. Conference rooms, racquetball court, indoor Jacuzzi. Restaurant, Gift Shop & Live Theater.

Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens

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A tranquil riverside setting; rooms and suites surrounded by beautiful grounds featuring a large pool and a year-round waterfall hot tub. Staff naturalist will help design your outdoor activities.

Desert Pearl Inn

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Modern spacious rooms & suites nestled beside the Virgin River at the foot of Zion Cliffs; All with convenience kitchens, numerous amenities, excellent views from private terrace or balcony; large pool & waterfall hot tub. Driftwood Lodge

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888.801.8811

Spacious grounds, quiet setting. All rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, in-room coffee, phones, and cable TV. King suites with Microwaves. Balconies or Patios with gorgeous views. River Access Flanigan’s Inn & deep canyon Spa. 800.765.7787 www.discoverZion.com Rustic park lodge atmosphere, well-appointed rooms and suites, superior amenities, decks and patios. Hot tub and nature trail to a hilltop Labyrinth. he Spa offers a full menu of theraputic massages, exotic wraps, luxurious facials. Majestic View Lodge

Celebrate earth-centered activities with the whole family. Short interpretive hikes, games, workshops and things to do out-doors for all ages. Information booths covering a wide array of environmental topics. Solar-Powered Bands will entertain at the Bit ‘n Spur Park. For more info: ccc@infowest.com

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www.majesticviewlodge.com

Log buildings with lodge-style interior design. Visible from your deck or patio are dramatic and unsurpassed views of Zion National Park. Seasonal outdoor pool and year round hot tub. Steakhouse, Micro-Brewery, Bakery, Gift Shop, and Wildlife Museum. Novel House Bed & Breakfast

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Exquisite rooms, private bath/phone/TV. A quiet, romantic getaway for adults, free of children, pets, and smoke. Weekend romance packages available. Pioneer Lodge th

June 13 – 15

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3-Day Event with Concerts, Free Performances, workshops, & art booths for more information visit: www.zioncanyonartandflutefestival.com

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Relax in style with luxurious beds, microwaves and fridges. Located less than a mile from the main entrance to Zion. HSIA, pool and Jacuzzi.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beyond Earth Day,â&#x20AC;? reported that a single snowmobileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hydrocarbon emission is roughly equal to 1000 autos, and CO2 emissions equate to roughly 250 autos. He cited 68,000 snowmobiles used per season in Yellowstone as of 2002.

2004 An editorial titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dayâ&#x20AC;? spoke in 2004 of the need for states to lead the way in the wake of the administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rejection of the Kyoto global warming agreement. Sugar House held Earth Day events during the celebration of its 150th anniversary.

2005 Kids Organized to Protect Our Environment, with a longstanding, award-winning relationship to Hidden Hollow, were featured in Tribune Earth Day coverage. Meat and agricultural runoff highlighted threats to the environment. A â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bringing back Earth Day!â&#x20AC;? article featured an extensive list of things to do, places to visit

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on the Web, and ways to lower oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impact on the environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Act Locallyâ&#x20AC;? featured the message that our â&#x20AC;&#x153;highest environmental priority is to cut down on fossil fuels â&#x20AC;Śwhich greatly influencesâ&#x20AC;Śglobal politics.â&#x20AC;? Notably, the 14th annual Earth Jam, held at Liberty Park, was mentioned along with its website, WWW.EARTHJAM.ORG. Earth Jam was probably the largest, most comprehensive event since the University of Utahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events in the early â&#x20AC;&#x2122;90s, offering visitors the opportunity to see and hear about featured Earth Day issues, information booths, farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market merchandise, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events and music by a variety of artists.

2006 Jason Mark, vehicles director of the Union of Concerned Scientists, discussed the need for alternative energy funding in developing cars that are less oildependent. The numbersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;$1.7 billion spent daily on oil products (up 25% from the previous year) and $6 billion per month

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spent on the Iraq War versus $35 million per month on oil-saving cars and fuelsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;were staggering. A Tribune editorial praised local and state leaders for attempting to cut automobile and power plant emissions and lower dependency on fossil fuels by developing clean fuel alternatives, such as solar and wind programs. Earth Day events and informative booths were also featured at Library Square.

2007 Green housing projects led 2007â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lineup of Earth Day articles. The theme for 2007 was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Changing Climates,â&#x20AC;? with regional, state and local leaders praised for attempting to move forward to cap greenhouse gas emissions and develop alternative energy. The headline read â&#x20AC;&#x153;Environmental Protection is Up to All of Us.â&#x20AC;? Earth Jam featured 112 vendors. One sponsor suggested Al Goreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Inconvenient Truthâ&#x20AC;? may have sparked a sense of urgency to get active.

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2008 2008’s Earth Day still a few weeks in the future as this is written, but already some Tribune coverage is evident. A Bend in the River event is in the works, libraries will be hosting events, and Earth Jam plans are underway. (See Calendar, this issue.) The United Nations has declared 2008 the International Year of Planet Earth, with New Zealand, one of the first countries to pledge a carbon neutral future, to host. Costa Rica’s exemplary actions in alternative energy infrastructure, which serves as a model for other nations, were recently featured in an NPR story. Clearly many of the celebratory, kid-oriented, local clean-up, restoration, and basic information opportunities of previous Earth Days have only grown stronger. With a growing interest in global warming and climate change petitions, openness to kids and family, and the addition of the Library Square venue, more options than ever are available for informing individuals of alternatives and the means to take action. Whether supporting a petition to persuade legislators to fund clean energy solutions, or learning how solar may be able to reduce power costs to the individual consumer, Earth Day continues to provide access to progressive wisdom and efficient alternatives, to inform and offer action on issues threatening our wild and urban environments, quality of life and quality of health. We owe it to ourselves—across the religious, political, and cultural spectrum—to take advantage of unprecedented opportunities to become more informed, change less sustainable patterns of behavior, and act to persuade our legislators to support greater environmental protection and lower carbon fuel alternatives. The Tribune’s 2007 Earth Day editorial ended this way: “In the spirit of Earth Day, Americans must quit waiting for Washington to wake up to our environmental crisis and act individually and locally. After all, it’s our Earth, and our future on it, that are at stake.” I have never agreed more with a newspaper’s views. This year and for the next 30 years, the Tribune’s words can define for me and my city our “Earth Day, Every Day” vision. ◆ David M. Hoza, a poet and writer, lived off the grid for 10 years. He currently is enrolled in the

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COMINGS AND GOINGS

What’s New Around Town COMPILED BY KATHERINE PIOLI

ATTENTION CATALYST ADVERTISERS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS: Help us keep our readers informed about changes in your business. Send us news about your company or organization—new services, products, projects, employees, location, menu, hours, honors, etc. Email us a brief message (include telephone and name): greta@catalystmagazine.net

Mayor Becker appoints Vicki Bennett to direct the Office of Sustainability and the Environment After a nationwide search, Vicki Bennett has been appointed the new Director of the Office of Sustainability and the Environment. Bennett was the unanimous choice of a selection

her impeccable reputation in the community. Her supervisory experience and strong history of working in a municipal setting also made her the top choice. Bennett brings more than 25 years of experience working on environmental issues to the new position. She holds a Bachelors degree in Chemistry from the University of California at San

Diego and an Executive M.B.A. from the University of Utah. Bennett was ready to get down to work. “Our first task will be to complete the measurement of the City’s carbon footprint accord-

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DF Latin Dance Studio You don’t have to be Latino to dance the salsa, says Maria Ivanova, who as a native of St. Petersberg, Russia, speaks from experience. Now Salt Lake residents can say the same with help from Maria and her partner and husband Eddie Santos. In January, the couple opened the DF Latin Dance Studio in Salt Lake after noticing a need for more dance lesson alternatives. The studio offers lessons in partner and social dancing—everything from ballroom to break dancing. Classes for adults and

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consumption.” Bennett will be responsible for working on behalf of Salt Lake City to evaluate and integrate long-term economic, environmental and social considerations in City plans and help organizations throughout the community to adopt sustainable practices.

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committee comprised of community members and city employees. Bennett has been serving as Salt Lake City’s Environmental Programs Manager since 2001. The selection committee was impressed by Bennett’s strong policy skills relating to a wide range of sustainability issues and

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Catherine Patillo Opening a space for healing Catherine Patillo, co-owner of Conscious Journey Massage and MetaPersonal Therapies, has recently relocated to a beautifully renovated office in Sugar House. This large, energetic space includes a main area (with adjacent kitchen facilities) now available to rent for classes and workshops, as well as two additional treatment rooms for rent by the month or by the hour. Conscious Journey’s parent company, Source: A Center of Healing, is the educational arm of the business. Through this new space, Catherine offers a variety of classes as well as a space for other professionals in the healing community to come together to exchange ideas, modalities, and knowledge. Conscious Journeyin Sugar House, tel. 864-4545.

children are held in the afternoons, evenings and weekends and are grouped into four- or six-week sessions. No previous experience is required, and you don’t need to come with a dance partner. Check out the class schedule at their website. 346 South 500 East Suite 200 C tel. 466-0490. WWW.UTAHDANCESTUDIO.COM.

UtahFM.org: Internet-based community radio station premiers Changes at KRCL FM 90.9 have catalyzed the creation of a new non-profit organization and a new concept in radio— a community-based Internet radio station founded by community radio veterans and operated by experienced volunteers.

Almost half of KRCL’s volunteer programmers will soon be replaced by three paid programmers, likely chosen from the ranks of former volunteers. Utah Free Media (UFM) has offered the remaining displaced volunteers the opportunity to

continue their involvement with Utah’s progressive community by providing an aural home to a listenership that may feel disenfranchised by KRCL’s changes. It is also anticipated that many former KRCL programmers will return to the studio. “Utah Free Media was founded by and will rely on a talented bunch of folks who know community radio inside and out, and are dedicated to quality on-air programming,” says UFM co-founder Troy Mumm. The collaboration of former staff, volunteers, and listeners of Salt Lake City’s iconic KRCL 90.9 FM radio station includes Michael Place at XMission Internet, Troy Mumm of Third Sun Productions (and former KRCL program/operations director), Teri Mumm, general manager of Snowbird Renaissance Center (and former Drive Time host), and Terra Cronshey, avid community radio supporter. UFM has secured studio space downtown along with commitments for internet hosting and web design. A board made up of community members is now being formed; those interested are encouraged to apply. UFM will be funded first and primarily through listener donations, says Mumm. You can donate online and also at the April 17 launch party. For information about becoming a founding donor, visit UTAHFM.ORG or tel. 809-8687. The April 17, 7:30pm launch party is at the Outer Rim, an allages music venue, 996 S. Redwood Road, and will feature live music from Marv Hamilton, Lab Dogs, Pony Ride, Sleeping Bag and the Body.

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The Swaner Nature Preserve’s Nature Education Center in Park City is seeking LEED Platinum certification. This certification recognizes performance in sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality. The center will be the first building in a five-state area (and only the 25th in the world) to gain LEED platinum status. When built, the Center will house permanent and rotating exhibits to educate visitors about natural ecosystems and environments in Utah. Swaner EcoCenter Offices tel. (435) 649-1767 WWW.SWANERECOCENTER.ORG

Green Waters Health Center Lutherans offer alternative mind and body healing Lutheran Social Service of Utah has opened Green Waters Health Center in response to Michael Moore’s documentary on health care in America, “Sicko.” The center provides classes in tai chi, sign chi do, meditation and prayer, and Stretch and Pray (based on the book by Bishop Murray D. Finck). Healing from trauma, grief support and reiki small group courses are also offered. The individual reading and prayer room features a Migun bed that provides massage, heat therapy and acupressure in 35minute sessions. All center classes are free for people with refugee, asylee and lowincome status. An offering of $5 per class or $10 per Migun session is requested from the general public. The center is open for use or tours from 12-8 pm, Monday through Thursday. Leslie Whited Vance, Lutheran Social Service of Utah, 1800 South West Temple Suite 305 tel. 588-0139 or WWW.ISSU.ORG

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Picasso and Nurse Ratched A marriage made in heaven? BY SHANNON MCQUADE s I watched Michael Moore’s “Sicko,” my expression morphed from dumbfounded and frustrated into something that may cause permanent wrinkles. Critics say his portrayal of health care around the globe is one-sided. From the inside, I can say he is not far off. Interactions with Medicare and HMOs provoke screams from the office next to mine, but I have gotten used to it. We have all just gotten used to it. We will not be able to ignore the screaming much longer, however, as our aging Boomer population begins having strokes and broken hips. The crushing demand on our health care system over the next several decades will leave us gasping for air. When I was four years old, my biggest problem was gluing the corners of my construction paper shape and trying not to get it stuck to the floor. What I did not know then was that I was participating in a popular movement in the United States and abroad that uses the arts in the health care

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environment and health delivery systems. Research mounts demonstrating that artistic and creative expression improve health outcomes. In one study, patients who participated in making art while in the hospital had a shorter recovery time. Another study revealed that patients who make art were found to have increased pain tolerance, reducing the need for sedating narcotics. More studies reveal that making art increases circulation, improving mobility in patients with stiff muscles and arthritis. Not just for patients, studies also reveal that arts-based health care delivery increases the retention of clinical staff by reducing burnout. Integrating art and the health care system is not an easy endeavor; it requires planning and collaboration. The Society for the Arts in Health Care has taken on this effort at a

research, and establish practices for effective arts-based health care delivery. This is not art class for whoever might be interested. It means a nurse holding a clipboard painted in bright, cheery colors or an intern making clay animals with a patient on dialysis. I wonder—if Picasso had collaborated with Nurse Ratched, would she have been nicer? I don’t know, but the idea of using art as therapy is not new. It was “officially” discovered in the early 20th century, by psychiatrists who became interested in the artwork created by their patients with mental illness. Freud and Jung encouraged patients to draw when verbal expression eluded them. At around the same time, educators were “discovering” that children’s art expressions reflected their developmental, emotional,

and cognitive growth. Art therapy became a regulated discipline in the 1960s, and since then art therapists have worked with a variety of patient populations. The arts in health care movement is about the comprehensive integration of art into every aspect of the health care system, rather than hit and miss art therapy programs. It aims to alleviate the fears of many who feel intimidated by art through programs that introduce art in userfriendly ways. And, it is about the art of seeing patients as more than just a set of body parts that need repair. It is about doctors taking time to really be present for those whose lives are in their hands. ◆ Shannon McQuade is a clinical social worker and the community development director for Home Caregivers Home Health. She is also the project and training coordinator for the Arts in Caring Council.

I wonder—if Picasso had collaborated with Nurse Ratched, would she have been nicer? I don’t know, but the idea of using art as therapy is not new. national level, while the Arts in Caring Council is forging on in Utah. Members of the two nonprofit organizations include health care providers, administrators, artists, architects, counselors, and community advocates, and they collaborate to design programs for various health care populations. They share ideas and successes, conduct

Patch Adams at Kingsbury, May 16 Patch Adams, MD, whose practice of injecting clowning and humor into medical treatment was portrayed in a 1998 feature film carrying his name, will be in Salt Lake City in May to talk about “Living the Life of Joy” at Kingsbury Hall. The event is sponsored by the Arts in Caring Council, a non-profit membership organization that promotes art therapy programming in Utah health care settings The council provides training, consultation, information and resources. Tickets to see Patch (May 16, 7:00p) are available at WWW.KINGSBURYHALL.ORG or 5817100 and are $25 ($10 for students/ seniors/children 6 and older). For more information about membership in the Arts in Caring Council, call Shannon, 485-6166.

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OF CATS AND COMPOSERS

Cats in the Kitchen Utah-based composer Phillip Bimstein’s new composition for flute, oboe, felines and appliances BY KATHERINE PIOLI

Kitchen,” in April is a perfect opportunity to discover a talented local artist. It is a classical piece in three movements for oboe and flute; what gives the work its original flair, distinctly Bimsteinian feeling and creative title are the sound recordings of cats and kitchen implements mixed in with the traditional form. Bimstein’s use of ordinary sounds to complement his more traditional music derives from a very early, instinctual fascination with the world of sound. Long before he dreamed of studying music or making it his career, Bimstein found himself curiously attracted to the sound of a flushing toilet and other such common household noises. In high school, Bimstein began developing his interest into miniature musical experiments for the amusement of friends. When Bimstein entered college, he chose to study music at Chicago’s Conservatory of Music and from there he went on to study film scoring at UCLA. At these schools he established a foundation of formal, classical training that still guides his music today. Yet even with his university training, Bimstein could not forget what first attracted him to music, the incredible variety and beauty of sound. Today, he remains a musician with eclectic tastes, listening to everything from new wave to altrock. His local performing groups—Blue Haiku and Red Rock Rondo— capture a more folksy, alternative style. And “Cats in the Kitchen,” while a classically structured oboe and flute duet, shows a clear return to his pre-college, experimental roots. On a recent morning, I met with Phillip Bimstein in his Salt Lake City home. The day was sunny and clear, and we sat in the sun-soaked front room joined by Xip (pronounced Zip), one of his three cats. None of the three cats currently living with Phil are on the recording, but the egg beats, oven creaks, toaster dings and other kitchen

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hillip Bimstein, an internationally recognized musician and composer, has been interviewed on Estonian public radio. His work has been performed for audiences in Korea and

toured with a London-based modern dance troupe. But the place Bimstein calls home is none other than our little state of Utah. The concert debut of Bimstein’s latest composition, “Cats in the

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noises all came, he assures me, from within his own home. “When I made eggs in the morning I would put my microphone down on the counter while I cracked eggs and whipped them up. That’s actually how the piece starts. It was great because it had this natural beat to it,” Bimstein says. “Then I put the eggs in the frying pan and recorded the scraping of the spatula and so forth.” Of course, with a room as full of tools and props as the kitchen, eggs are not the only sound-props featured. Bimstein’s creative imagination found useful tones and rhythms in all sorts of places. “The sink — I got a lot of sounds out of the sink. I got the toaster oven and the sound of the cat food going into the cat bowl. The second movement starts out with that.” It may seem odd to have a piece of music built around cats and kitchen noises, but it was not something produced on a whim. Combining found sounds, and even spoken interviews, with music is a technique Bimstein has used since 1990—when he produced “Garland Hirshi’s Cows.” That first sound and text piece featured the cows of Bimstein’s neighbor mooing and ringing their cow bells. The piece became a huge success, performed live at Lincoln Center in New York and broadcast on the air with NPR. After that, Bimstein continued to produce other works interwoven with sounds and voices from his community and surrounding wild spaces. The opportunity to create “Cats in the Kitchen” came about when a colleague of Bimstein’s, assistant professor Michele Fiala from Western Kentucky University, who had performed some of Bimstein’s earlier work, contacted him with a proposition to write a new piece. Her proposal gave Bimstein the chance to dig up some ideas that had been turning in his mind for some time. “One [idea] that I had for a long while included kitchen sounds—knives, forks, drawers opening and closing, water boiling. Then I also had this newer idea of a song based on cat sounds,” says Bimstein. He suggested the idea of combining the two sets of sounds in one piece, and Fiala agreed. “[Michele] loves cats and loves to cook so she went for [it],” he says. To explain strange works like these to those who have never heard of such music, Bimstein uses the term “alternative classical,” a

Long before he dreamed of studying music or making it his career, Bimstein found himself curiously attracted to the sound of a flushing toilet and other such common household noises. name which borrows from popular music vocabulary of the ’90s. “At the time I began composing in this style alternative rock was popular, so I borrowed the alternative part. I applied that term to classical music because I am using formal training and a formal understanding,” he says. “Although the music shows my affections for anything from hip-hop to pop to techno.” These alternative pieces certainly stretch the limits of classical music. But these days artists are allowed to push the limit. Bimstein admits that the acceptance he has found for his work, even within professional spheres, encourages him to explore new, creative methods of expression. The broadening acceptance of such music has been particularly apparent to Bimstein as a member of the board for the American Music Center in New York, an organization founded to promote and disperse the work of new American composers. Bimstein felt for a long time that it only served composers who followed traditional styles. Now, that is changing. “Over the last 10 or so years [the American Music Center] has become more [accepting of ] anything that is artistic and creative. It is very experimental. I am grateful for those walls coming down, and my music definitely benefits. I don’t limit myself to the language and styles that classical composers used to limit themselves to,” says Bimstein. For those of us in Utah and elsewhere who are looking for such newly emerging musical styles, Phillip Bimstein’s work is a great place to start. His creativity with found sounds and his obvious skill as a composer satisfy a wide range of musical interests from alternative all the way to classical. ◆ Katherine Pioli is a CATALYST intern. She graduated from Bryn Mawr with a major in English literature and a minor in modern dance. In the summer she fights fires in Wyoming’s national parks. We wish we could keep her all year ’round.

Cory Maxfield and Charlotte Bell will perform “Cats in the Kitchen”: Monday, April 7, 5:00pm. Cory Maxfield recital. Dumke Recital Hall, Gardner Hall 4th floor, University of Utah, free admission. Wednesday, April 16, 7:30pm. New Music Ensemble concert. Including music by Ligeti, Carter, Xenakis, Bimstein, Crumb, Berio and others. Dumke Recital Hall, Gardner Hall 4th floor, University of Utah, free admission.

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Commissioner Art Goodtimes Organizer, instigator, founder of Talking Gourds Festival BY HAROLD CARR

POET PROFILE world around us.” Besides writing for the earth, Art takes action: He writes in “Hayduke Lives,” dedicated to Ed Abbey: “Don’t be fooled that the marches don’t count, that arrests don’t matter, that strikes won’t hurt. When the headlines say the blood that’s spilled was spilled in vain, know that each wrench wrecks havoc with the smooth engine of the dozer’s day.” In addition to political action in service of the earth, Art homesteads what he calls “Cloud Acre” near Norwood, Colorado, where he sees the winter solstice “slide almost down to the Blues before tromboning back to the high peaks of the La Sals.” At Cloud Acre, Art grows “49 fall varieties of heirloom seed potatoes and a volunteer orchard of summer sour cherry.” He

Monterey in the 1790s and no doubt had contact with the Esselen peoples. Growing up, Art saw “in a cave near Tassajara a wall of hands. A cloud of white prints set dancing on stone, hints at some forgotten rite. Initiates pressing skin against rock and the rock remembering.” Art worked as a VISTA volunteer on the Crow Reservation in Montana and as a van driver for handicapped people doing service as a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War. The projects in the Fillmore and at Hunter’s Point gave him a first hand glimpse of the crowding so characteristic of “the indolent urban grids where most our species thrives.” Now he lives with “vistas free of rooflines. Whole counties without stoplights.”

“Belief is a lame horse when the posse carries guns. God. Coyote. Everybody names names.”

magine a county commissioner who writes poetry and weaves baskets during meetings. That’s Art Goodtimes. He was first elected as a commissioner of San Miguel County, Colorado, in 1996 and has continued to be reelected since as a member of the Green Party (SANMIGUELCOUNTY.ORG/GOODTIME ). In his recently published book of poetry, “As If The World Really Mattered” (La Alameda Press

(WWW.LAALAMEDAPRESS.COM) he says, “I do politics by matching fixed attention with free intention.” Weaving is his “essential sacred practice, and a reminder of what I do in the contentious realm of the public arena.” Since long before getting into politics, Art’s passions have been the land and poetry. He says, “poetry is an art that allows us humans to speak, not just for ourselves, but for the

says, “what better place to call home than this high desert cloud mesa high five rippling of the continental plates. Let others take the Plains, the Great Basin. Give me raw rock, mountains, impossible cliffs. I’m all roots and getting redder.” Art’s poems “are performance pieces, meant to be read aloud. To the wind. To the sea. To the mountains, where so many of them first found their way into my life.” His poems are direct, “no techno-gimmicks, celluloid tricks. No dazzling mechanical arrays. Just voice.” Art was born in the San Francisco Bay area: “floating in the sac, I sucked the blood of my mother’s cigarettes. A masked man slapped the life into me. I was born craving nicotine and the smell of her skin.” His ancestors came to

Even though Art loves the West with its “roadkill coyote sprawled across the centerline, eyes glassy as marbles, the cold last look of it all” or “skinning the elk I go inside to wash my hands but I’m marked for life. Its meat becomes my meat, spirit leaping from shape to shape” —he still has a strong connection to the Pacific Ocean: Huge waves crash ashore Wake up myths thousands of years old asleep in the dunes Punch-drunk rollers cooking all the way from China East wind rips spray off the heads of ten foot combers Any semblance of human hand

torn up & crushed in the surf Whole redwood ripped up by the roots Sand flea bubbles bursting on the beach Wave after wave after wave after wave soak deep into the land mass the serpentine locked in the Turtle’s heart A person once asked Art if he believed in God. “Belief is a lame horse when the posse carries guns,” he replied. “God. Coyote. Everybody names names. Only some get fooled by the lariat of their own rope trick.” Instead, Art looks for direct experience: Regarding Cloud Acre, he says: “Listening to this one place, its moods, its whispers, has taught me more about earth and its deepening wisdoms than any text.” Art’s no solitary scribbler. He’s an organizer and instigator, particularly wellknown as the founder of the Talking Gourds Spoken Word Festival that takes place in Telluride, Colorado, since 1989. Art will be performing along with many other poets this month. A final word from Art to us “Jurassic latebloomers”: “Less carbs. More love.” ◆ Harold Carr is bassist with Blue Haiku and Red Rock Rondo. We first met him at Talking Gourds about 17 years ago, and look forward to seeing him there again this year.

Talking Gourds Poetry Fest April 24-27; $120 Telluride, Colorado WWW.COYOTEKIVA.ORG/TGOURDS.HTML WWW.AHHAA.ORG/WRITERS_GUILD Emphasizing performance and the bardic tradition; lectures, open mike, gourd circles, slams, hikes, films, prizes. For lodging or scholarship info, contact Elle Metrick, 970.327.4067. Presented by the Telluride Writers Guild, Ah Haa School for the Arts, & the Wilkinson Library. Telluride is about a seven hour drive from Salt Lake City.

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An easy choice for everyone BY KATHERINE PIOLI hether building a new home, remodeling the kitchen or just changing a light bulb, these actions involve opportunities to make more or less environmentally conscious choices. Some consumers are still wary. “Cost or inconvenience are often cited as reasons to not change one’s [environmental] habits,” explains Thom Benedict, owner of Earth Goods General Store in Salt Lake. Increased options, however, are making those reasons outdated, as “green” independent stores with knowledgeable staffs forge the way and national chains jump on the bandwagon. Here’s a look at three options in Salt Lake City:

Green Building Center: At this store everything meets high environmental standards. Ashley Patterson, a LEED-accredited professional,

Biochar: An ancient solution to modern climate change New discoveries about an ancient soil amendment called biochar have scientists and agriculturalists in the United States excited. Biochar is known to have been used in the Amazon Basin where it was called terra preta or “dark earth.” In

opened the store in 2003. Since then, she has cultivated an exemplary group of employees who really know their stuff. GBC carries “green” insulation, flooring from renewable sources, and eco-safe sealers and solvents. You’ll find clay paints, countertops, bedding, books, and solar cookers. They’ll even help with design, consulting and installation of your solar power system. More than a store, the Green Building Center puts itself forward as a valuable informational and educational resource and community center. The Center hosts workshops, the next of which (on April 26) will feature a demonstration and discussion on natural, homemade cleaning products. The Center also organizes an annual Green Homes Tour of Salt Lake. The next tour will be in September. Applications are being accepted increase in crop yields. The presence of char in soil also increases water retention and reduces the need for fertilizers. But that’s not all. The most fascinating and most studied benefit of biochar is what scientists call its “carbon negative” capabilities. Instead of being carbon neutral, or not emitting carbon into the atmosphere, biochar actually takes carbon out of the atmosphere. The charcoal stores carbon in a form that decomposes so slowly that the carbon remains more or less trapped with no release back into the atmosphere. With this property, scientists say biochar may be our best hope for reducing the dangerous levels of greenhouse gases already leading to global warming.

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simple terms, it is a charcoal, one of two byproducts when biomass—or plant waste—is burned at high temperatures in the absence of oxygen. This charcoal byproduct, when added to crop soils, produces many advantages for the crops and the grower. Tests conducted with corn plants growing in charamended soil showed up to a 20%

A new kind of green drink This year the hottest new party offering is a bottle of organic liquor. One blogger, recounting the positive effects of sharing his favorite organic tequila at a party, commented, “What’s Organic alcohols are making a name for themselves for more than one reason, but Utah residents will find it hard to get their hands on them.

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Earth Goods General Store: Think about the general stores in old movies and television shows. They were owned by a friendly townsperson and frequented by all the neighbors. They were the original convenience store, close to home and stocked with daily-use items that always seem to run out when most needed. Though it will not help homebuilders, Salt Lake’s Earth Goods General Store offers all of the things needed in a house, plus the comfort and convenience, with a little earth-friendly twist. The small store carries a surprisingly abundant stock of natural household cleaners and bathroom products. A small section of the store provides office workers and students with necessary supplies. The store carries shoes made from recycled material and light, comfortable organic cotton t-shirts for the hot summer days to come.

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Home Depot: Home Depot customers now can find almost all they need right where they have always shopped. Home Depot categorizes their eco-options into five groups: sustainable forestry, energy efficient, healthy home, clean air and water conservation. Home Depot sells products with a high percentage of recycled materials as well as products certified by the Forest Stewardship Council as coming from sustainably, responsibly managed forests. A review of Home Depot by “Ecological Home Ideas” verifies that the store does carry quite a number of eco-appliances from programmable thermostats to sprinklers. Unfortunately, the review also found that not all of the eco-options are indicated as such, leaving the responsibility of finding eco-products up to inquiring customers. A further related downside we encountered: Employee ignorance when it comes to green products. Ubiquitous. WWW6.HOMEDEPOT.COM/ECOOPTIONS

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more fun than girls? Girls drinking tequila.” Indeed, organic alcohols like 4 Copas 100% agave organic tequila are making a name for themselve for more than one reason. Square One organic vodka from Wyoming promotes their product as “social and socially conscious.” Papagayo Organic Rum provides a good living wage for 800 families in the heart of Paraguay who grow organic sugarcane. Utah residents, however, will find it difficult to get their hands on these products. Although the state-run wine stores in Salt Lake carry organic wines, the liquor stores do not carry organic liquor. The closest option to organic liquor currently available is the 360-Vodka distilled and bottled by the Earth Friendly Distilling Co. in Weston, Missouri. Though this vodka is not organic it claims that the bottle labels, made of chlorine-free, 100% recycled waste paper, make the vodka an “eco-friendly” product. For those still unsatisfied with anything less than organic, and who don’t wish to personally order an entire case through a state store, the best

option is to research the various organic brands and continue requesting that Salt Lake liquor stores carry those products. For a list of organic liquors: WWW.TILTH.ORG/IGT/ ARTICLES/17V/ORGANICLIQUOR.HTML

Consumer spending reports National increase in eco-mindful spending Do you notice your consumer habits changing when confronted by “ecofriendly” goods? Are you a softie for that all-natural baking powder toothpaste even though it costs double that of a generic brand? You are not alone, and your dollar might just be encouraging the market to offer the responsible brands that you prefer. The 2007 Annual National Shopping Behavior Survey has found that of the Americans surveyed, 88% were very concerned about the environment, 74% bought environmentally friendly products, 60% were willing to pay more for such items, and 55% made a special effort to patronize retailers with a “green” reputation. Additionally, 40% of consumers said they checked the country of origin on potential gifts and 31% used such information to decide against a purchase.

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BY AURETHA CALLISON ou’ve decided that this is the year to transform your image. You’ve made it through the slush in style; you’ve cleared your closet to create space for the new. Now what? The first thing to do in creating a new wardrobe is to make a list of what you want and need. Where are the holes in your closet? (Narnia, here we come!) Let’s say you need a classic raincoat, a new flattering swimsuit, and Tevastm for that river trip. Oh, and an updated white blouse for under that suit, shoes to match, and a bag for your laptop.... Your long list can seem daunting. Questions like these start piling up:

cies. Who carries clothes that fit your body? How do you feel in the store— helped or ignored? The best salespeople are the ones who are emotionally available to actually listen to what you need. You can start at the sale racks. Timing is everything. Ask sales staff about the store’s sale times throughout the year, take notes and mark them in your planner. Careful sale shopping can save you 60% or more on retail prices. If you see something that sets your heart pounding because you absolutely love it, don’t put that off hoping it will still be around at sale time. This kind of response to a garment only happens a few times times in one life. You only live once, so go for it! Finding and gathering these sartorial tools for transformation (i.e., clothes) does take time. Grimace, wince, do a little shudder dance. Once you’ve gotten that out of your system, allow yourself a joyful squeal. It’s fun to get new stuff! It’s new clean energy entering your world! As you gain age and wardrobe wisdom, you should be improving and updating constantly. You recognize your best colors, your best fit—your best everything. Care less about what other people think and more about what you think. If a “man bag” suits your life, then get one, and make it snappy! I’m all for men having their phones and keys in one place. Finding all these new fabulous tools feels good. Looks good. Is good. Have fun with it and transform one petal at a time. Begin the change that you long to see in the world. ◆

It’s okay to buy new clothing. It’s • How much shopping not an ecotime am I going to have to put in to gather all sin. You will these clothes? not develop a • Where do I get all this stuff? shopping • How expensive will it be? addiction. As your personal shopping diva, my advice is to It’s okay. follow this plan: First, prioritize your needs. Then create a budget. It’s realistic to budget $400 a month for a year if you are completely redoing your wardrobe (including shoes, coats, underwear). Just so you know...it’s okay to buy new clothing. It’s not an eco-sin. You will not develop a shopping addiction. It’s okay. We are not allowed to walk around naked in public, and it’s okay for you to buy new clothes. I know you needed to hear that. Next, determine your shopping sites. Where have you liked to shop in the past? Base your decisions on who has the best return policy, salespeople, lighting in their dressing rooms (scratch that—they all suck), company reputation and green poli-

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oetry dollars are absolute ly thrilling to spend. When I return from a gig, or while on one, I am flabbergasted that I have actually managed to grow up to be what I always told my mother I’d be. I shop with the bliss of a kid with a whole week’s allowance, overcome by the possibilities of filling a waxy white sack with Bonomo Turkish Taffy (vanilla), Bit o’ Honey and fireballs. Now, grown up and ecstatic, with a wad of fresh bills earned by being

a poet, set loose in fragrant, multi-countered department stores, seductive antique shops jammed with heartbreakingly good treasures, and naturally, the closest bookstore I can dash to. That money is simply conflagrating in my sequined wallet. Wanting to jump back into the world and return as new Composition Notebooks (graph-paper only), Pilot fountain pens (black), sparkly earrings, extremely cute camisoles, long sexy lunches with friends, sharing spicy platters of Lamb Vindaloo and Sag Paneer, and pretty jars of profoundly emollient face cream and suggestively

scented bath stuff. Plus, lately, a full tank in the Toyota, the au courant version of a major splurge. When I fly home, my de rigueur double-your-pleasure pit stop is the gas station at Santo Domingo, to cruise the tables in the surrounding field for fabulous deals on extremely excellent jewelry. It’s my re-entry prize. I buy totally terrific pieces for Divine Girlchild and me. Oh and get the best price on petrol of course, especially Wednesday. But you knew that, right? Everywhere I shop, as I happily hand over my greenbacks, I confide to all about: I made this money with poetry! Invariably, everyone involved or overhearing gets excited too. What a bizarre and original concept: a poet in America making money from poetry! It’s simply radical, positively revolutionary! Even sitting down to pay the phone and electric bill has a certain tang, a frisson, when paid by the wages earned in the employ of Muse. I live a handmade life: and the delight of this never ceases to amaze. Inside that word is an underpinning of service, and a vow made and kept. Poem, from the Greek word poiema, means something made or created, and to somehow become made of the stuff of our dreams, our life must needs be a created thing as well. Cobbled together of longing, luck and practice. I love the story of the fellow, who, watching Jack Nicklaus sink an incredibly difficult 14-foot putt, commented, “Wow, that sure was lucky!” Nicklaus, with his usual dry humor, replied, “Yeah, and I find the more I practice, the luckier I get.” When I first started writing a restaurant column for newspaper, back in the ’80s, I would sit in the newsroom, such the agonized beginner, poring over every word as poets do. Still, my compatriots in the newsroom would drift by my enthralled, devotee self, and sigh, telling me, Dang, I wish I was a “real” writer. You realize, these are people that write for six and eight and 10 hours a day; when the editor sticks his head out of his office and assigns one of them 35 column inches on some breaking story due in three hours, they Nike up and Do It. Fast. Easily. I was in admiring awe of them all, these talented, diligent folk, who spin words into dollars, and they, also of me, with my oddball, risky life choices. These professional writers especially, feel the pressure of inner yearning — for perhaps, novels, screenplays, or just the time a “free-lance” writer has. Days spent at home in PJs, noodling

about, doing the required bit of magnificent nothing that art and life are made from, correcting a word here, a phrase there, searching for the mot juste, sipping Bewley’s Irish Breakfast. Staring for long, sweet minutes, out the window and into the canyon, now turned veldt green and ravishingly carpeted with purple asters and wild sunflowers, in these deliciously post-torrential rain days. Listening to Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto Op. 64 in August’s fragrant air, until the Zone thing kicks in hard and you’re swept away, gripped by the fierce blaze of the imaginary, there to work and burn and rejoice. It’s a life of passion, and often jubilant, rollicking hilarity. And, a lot of luck increasing with practice. When money panic hits, pre-mortgage-due days, sometimes asking myself, Is it time to became a cocktail waitress? Get the MFA and ivory towerize/tenure track myself? Not yet, that Lil Inner Voice pronounces: Stick that courage to the sitting point and write. But there was that crossover moment, and I remember it vividly. I had created and run my bakery, The Chocolate Maven, and not yet ensconced it where I would come to part from it, at the last, in an adorable house on Guadalupe Street. One night, making maybe my 4000th batch of Fudge Espresso brownies, I heard a poem in my head. Up past my literal elbows in chocolate, I repeated the words over and over until the batch was tidily spread into 12 buttered pans and arranged inside the awaiting 325∞ oven. Then I cried. Then I wrote the words to “Take A Woman,” a recipe for what made a Judyth. I thought about the old Hasidic tale, wherein Zoysha, arriving in heaven and apologizing for not being Moses, gets asked by God, So who needed you to be Moses? What I want to know is why weren’t you Zoysha? And I knew if I wouldn’t write my poems and do my work, who would? Who could? And really, come to think of it,

why should they? I had this epiphany: Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should. As in: the should of staying in my bakery business for life, and never seeing if I might make a living as poet. That realization is, for me, a truth that has appreciated over the years, and been wellapplied to many seductive business ventures. I called my then-husband, and told him I would begin to make money as a writer, as a poet, a performer, a teacher of poetry, as a journalist, whatever it took, until it was my livelihood. And lively it surely was, then and now. I began slowly, fitting my writing life around the bakery, did kind of a jump-start: heading downhill, popping the clutch into second. Then, there was the necessary leap of faith, to create the space where you don’t, can’t know the next thing, because it hasn’t happened yet, but only that wide-open place can let something new enter. The wild blue, the yonder that comes closer when you head towards it: the day that I sold my beloved Maven and set out. I bet you could almost see the Huck Finn look in my eyes, imagine my small belongings tied in a bandana, knotted on a stick, heading out on that shining road. People asked me, then and sometimes now, Don’t you miss the bakery? No, I’d answer; I was there, really there with all my heart. My gone has been seasoned with the days and hours of that presence. The way all our overs, our loved and lost, our afters, and never-to-bes, flavor, tenderize and enrich our present. As for the Trickster pressure of our daily life — the constant must-dos and have-tos and the without-whichs: God is perhaps not overwhelmingly impressed that we managed to pick up our dry cleaning, if we haven’t returned in kind the gift we were given to live out. No wonder an antique word for money is “talent.” It’s a clue that we are supposed to spend

it, spend it all, here and now. And so I gaily do, happy that I have such a rich and generous boss. But what, you and I are both wondering, does this have to do with Married Eyes, a phrase I associate with Poetry Dollars? Somehow I always knew they were a part of the same story. Perhaps it is the vow I made to marry my writing, keep my eyes private for that love, as for so many years, I had learned to keep my eyes for my lover’s alone. Love enters, it is said, through the eyes, and yet the (yes, again) Greeks believed in psychopodia— that the eyes are a kind of limb, the arms of the soul, as it were, reaching out to embrace the world. I’ve kept a practice of “married eyes” — know what I mean? I have the eye-contact habits of a wife, a funny kind of reserve, a reticence closeup. Yet O, I do have floozy eyes for rocks and trees, the beauty and griefs of the lustrous world we are blessed to inhabit, eyes that search and seek and hold close what I love. Stage eyes, maybe, eyes that look eagerly at you, but are shy when you look at me. What the heart yearns for will remain desired, despite all, and the fully-lived life demands our all-hands-ondeckness, whether with eyes or mind, soul or pen, trowel or piano, paintbrush or oven mitt. So I am going steady with my writing, quite the hottie, it turns out, and entirely faithful. I confess I am also having a serious affair with Rockmirth, my home on the east face of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, where the Rockies meet the Plains—and tripletiming that lover with some good old-fashioned adoration of my children and the glorious buzzhumm of friends. Hmmm, and several species of grasses in our canyon, a new recipe for bread…the list goes on, on and out, into the wild blue. ◆ Judyth Hill is a chef of words and poet of delectable food. She lives where the Rockies meet the plains. See her at Talking Gourds Poetry Fest in Telluride late

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to-make foods at the market include frozen gyoza (Japanese pot stickers), instant ramen in soy sauce and miso flavors and instant miso soup packets (just add hot water!). Before leaving the store, don’t forget to pick up a bar of “Hi-Chew,” the Japanese version of Starbursts at the check-out counter—it’s a must.

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et’s face it: Japanese culture is slowly seeping into our American lives, and we just can’t get enough of it. From the sushi craze hitting downtown restaurants nationwide to Gwen Stefani’s Tokyo-inspired Harajuku fashion line, Japan has created a trendy name for itself here in the states. Many of us drive a Toyota or snack on sushi every now and then, but we still hold a lingering curiosity for what else Japan can offer us. Buying a plane ticket to Tokyo may be one way to visit Japan, but those of us with a smaller budget need not despair—Japan can easily be found right here in downtown Salt Lake City. Here are five ways to discover the mystery of Japan without leaving the county, let alone the country:

Shopping The East Oriental Market on 667 S. 700 East is one of many small shops in Salt Lake City filled with an abundance of imported Japanese and Korean goods. Although the store is Korean-owned and operated, many Japanese food items are available here at good prices, including produce, meat, noodles, snacks and drinks. Head down the sweets aisle to find Pocky (pretzel sticks dipped in chocolate), Ramune (a soda drink with a glass ball bottle opener) and okashi (rice cracker candies wrapped in seaweed). For more traditional Japanese snack, go to the freezer aisle for mochi, a multicolored dessert of pounded rice filled with bean paste (anko). Other easy-

Many of us are familiar with sushi and miso soup, but there’s so much more to Japanese food than raw fish and tofu. Koko’s Kitchen, 702 S. 300 East, shows us this with a variety of Japanese dishes at affordable prices. Although Koko’s Kitchen makes exceptionally good sushi fresh when you order, they also offer other authentic Japanese food worth a try. They make popular Japanese dishes such as teriyaki chicken and Japanese-style curry to perfection, in medium or large servings to cater to your appetite. The bowls are topped with meat, along with eggs, onion and seaweed. For the more adventurous, the popular "don" rice bowls are topped with various meats such as gyu (beef), unagi (eel), and oyako (chicken) along with eggs, onions and seaweed. Koko’s gigantic ramen bowl offers Salt Lake City the authentic taste of a Japanese ramen stand right at your table. To complete your authentic Japanese dinner experience,try either green tea or plum ice cream.

Spiritual For a quick dip into the spiritual side of Japan, visit the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple (211 W. 100 South). The Salt Lake Buddhist Temple practices Jodo Shinshu (pure land) Buddhism, founded by the Japanese monk Shinran Shonin. Sensei (teacher) Jerry Hirano encourages everyone to visit for an enlightening experience of Japanese Buddhism. Services are conducted in a mix of old Buddhist chants, modern Japanese and English that creates a unique experience for first-timers to the temple. Tours and other information are happily provided after services if desired. Contact Jerry Hirano at (801) 363-4742 or visit WWW.SLBUDDHIST.ORG for more information.

Musical The Taiko, one of Japan’s oldest and most recognized musical instruments may just seem like an oversized drum at first glance, but playing the taiko drum goes beyond a simple whack with a stick. Mastering the art of taiko takes precision, strength, high endurance and coordination. Taiko drumming is a blend of musical art with stylized choreography that creates both an entertaining and cultural experience that will leave you mesmerized. With a variety of drums and a host of talented artists, the Japanese Church of Christ’s Taiko Ensemble Group features both Japanese and American church members and performs throughout Utah. The Japanese Church of Christ (268 W. 100 South) also offers free taiko drumming lessons every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information call the church at (801) 363-3251.

People The entire Japanese community of Salt Lake City teams up every year to host the “Nihon Matsuri” (Japan Festival) in April near the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple. Tents and booths offer Japanese toys and homemade foods for purchase. You can see displays of Japanese flower arrangement (ikebana). Various kendo martial artists, taiko drummers and traditional Japanese dancers also perform on stage throughout the day. If you happen to miss the Japan Festival in spring, check out the Japanese Church of Christ’s Aki Matsuri (Fall Festival) in September. Activities include live entertainment, children’s games, traditional Japanese meals and an auction to benefit the church. The Nippon (Japanese) Association at the University of Utah is a constant resource for the Japan-curious. The association plans activities such as food parties and Japanese conversational practice lessons that are open to members and visitors alike. Whether you want to brush up on some spoken Japanese or try a taste of delicious Japanese cooking, this University club is always happy to help. (Contact Tetsuo Kobayashi, JPNCLUB.UTAH@GMAIL.COM).

Sayonara Now that you know Japan is right here in your neighborhood, try exploring—it might bring you closer to that far-east island you’re searching for. ◆ Mary Halloran is a freelance writer with extensive Japanese studies from the University of Utah.

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“Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants” The omnivore’s solution food revolution is brewing, according to Michael Pollan, author of the highly acclaimed book “The Omnivore’s Dilemma.” Nearly 2,000 people gathered in Salt Lake City’s Abravanel Hall to bear out Pollan’s prediction as he shared research and insights from his most recent book, “In Defense of Food: An Eaters Manifesto.” First and foremost, said Pollan, do not let the government tell you what to eat. Their prescribed diet has only increased the waistline of America. The FDA’s tug-of-war with special interest groups has resulted in confusing and misleading dietary advice to the American public. Remember the admonishment to eat less red meat? Pollan’s research shows how special interest groups, funded by corporations such as Monsanto, replaced this and other good advice from the FDA with statements like “Purchase meat and poultry that are low in saturated fat.” The problem, he asserts, is that many people who need this infor-

mation don’t understand the cryptic message. From that point forward, the FDA has never suggested to eat less of anything. Instead, they just direct consumers to eat more of some other product. Remember that both the government and corporations have a vested interest in ensuring that food consumption and production in the US increase. The goals of monetary growth and health regulation are often at odds. America is fatter than ever, Pollan states, and nutritional science is partly to blame. A handful of companies control the bulk of the food on the supermarket shelves. Many of these companies have used the relatively young food science industry to extract vitamins and minerals from plants and vegetables, using them to enrich or fortify previously unhealthy food products. Whether our bodies can absorb and utilize these vitamins is still out to jury. Pollan urges us all to vote with their forks by purchasing local and

BY SCOTT EVANS organic food, and dining in establishments that feature such products. Although he admits he is a journalist, not a nutritionist, he left the audience at Abravanel Hall with this well-researched advice: • Shop at the farmers market as often as possible. • Purchase local and organically produced foods. • Avoid shopping in the center of a supermarket. Instead, shop the perimeter, where the produce, dairy, meat and seafood sections are located. • Avoid eating foods with health advertisements on their labels. These are generally marketing claims and often not valid. • Eat the quiet foods—those without labels or packages, often found in the produce section. No marketing dollars are spent getting you to pick up kale or chard. • If it doesn’t go bad, don’t eat it, because it is not food. • Similarly, avoid “foodlike sub-

stances” which may resemble food, yet are a product of food science. • If your grandmother doesn’t know what it is, don’t buy it. • If you can’t pronounce the ingredient list, don’t buy it.

“Do not let the government tell you what to eat. Their prescribed diet has only increased the waistline of America.” • Forget about the Food Pyramid. Since its inception, we have only gotten fatter. • If you need help finding a local purveyor of real food, flip through these pages and you’re likely to find several. In his own words, Pollan sumsup all this advice: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” ◆ Scott Evans is a manager and liquor buyer at Squatter’s.

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Positive action for Mother Earth Activism the LOA way BY JEANNETTE MAW

ith the Green movement growing in popularity, many folks and corporations are joining the politically correct ranks to save Planet Earth. April 22 marks the celebration of Earth Day, launched over three decades ago when 20 million Americans demonstrated for a healthier planet. How far have we come since then, and how effective are our strategies for change? Listen to some of the goals and mission statements of various “save the world” organizations:

• We tackle the most serious environmental problems. • Dedicated to protecting the earth and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment. • No compromise in the defense of Mother Earth!

• An anti-nuclear protest and lobby group. • Safeguard the earth; defend natural places; protect nature; stop the fouling or depleting of resources that support life. Although it might seem noble and right to protect ourselves or fight against something we view as wrong,

that energy, we actually strengthen the very problem we’re trying to change. The challenge doesn’t stem from just the mission statements of organizations, but also in the thought patterns and actions of group members and activists. That would be fine if that’s the way the world worked. If we could stop something by pushing against it, we’d have had much more success by now! But that’s not how it works. We don’t get what we want by fighting against. What we resist, persists. (As evidenced by our well-funded wars against drugs, terrorism and cancer.) It’s also why threatening our spouse, children or employees into submission isn’t effective. We get what we vibrate. So whatever we push against, we activate and perpetuate.

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So what’s a good activist to do? What are we supposed to do when we see something gone awry? Certainly promoting the health of the planet, safety of humans and rights of animals are worthy endeavors. The Universe doesn’t stand in judgment of our wants and desires. We can have whatever we want, when we take the approach that fosters those results. That approach is simply to align with what we want rather than with what we don’t want. Whatever we push or fight against we create more of. So the trick is to give up the resistance while still allowing the change we want to see. As I angrily protest outside the fur shop, although it might seem like I’m contributing to the well being of animals, I’m adding to the energy of their abuse and exploitation. As I engage the battle and flow feelings of anger and injustice, I attract more unjust issues to feel angry about. Those pictures on my protest signs probably activate the vibrations of suffering, misery and cruelty. Since I

The belief that there is something we are “against” calls forth contrary, fear-based energy. As we engage that energy, we actually strengthen the very problem we’re trying to change. feeling the need to protect or defend means we’re flowing negative enegy. The belief that there is something we are “against” calls forth contrary, fear-based energy. As we engage

get what I vibrate, I’ve not furthered my agenda a single bit. Conversely, one of my clients transformed the behavior of her grade-school students (as well as her reputation as a teacher) by

changing her approach to discipline. Instead of calling out on students who were acting up, she praised their classmates who exhibited positive behavior. It made an immediate and magical difference in her classroom, and several other teachers incorporated her system for focusing on the positive in order to alter the negative.

An effective approach to create the desired change is to hold in mind what we want rather than what we don’t want. That redirected focus creates a completely different vision and thus vibration, manifesting more positive results. Here are a few excerpts from groups whose mission statements set themselves up for success:

• Dedicated to protecting the earth and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment. • Supporting people’s active engagement in creating a just, sustainable, and compassionate world • Dedicated to aggregating a massive nationwide movement by communicating a positive vision • Creating a new generation of young leaders committed to positive change in themselves, their communities and the world More and more proactive organizations are grounding themselves in a positive focus. Positive Futures Network, Plenty, and Team Treehugger, among others, put the spotlight on what’s going right and what positive action we can take to help. Best Friends Animal Society also uses an unconventional communications approach by sharing positive success stories instead of using scare tactics to generate donations. We can practice this same “pro” instead of “anti” strategy in our own efforts to create change in the world. Instead of chastising restaurant owners for using Styrofoam containers, ask them to provide an earth-friendly alternative. Rather than glaring at SUV owners at the gas station, praise the carpoolers and public transport commuters at work. When contributing to our cause, rather than focusing on those working against us, notice the other volunteers who do their best to help.

More and more proactive organizations are grounding themselves in a positive focus. Positive Futures Network, Plenty, and Team Treehugger, among others, put the spotlight on what’s going right and what positive action we can take to help. See how things have improved over the years, that we’re getting the hang of it, that there is hope! A subtle perspective shift like this contributes to dramatically more successful results. By paying attention to how you feel, you’ve got a good guide to what thoughts and actions will best serve you and the cause you’re passionate about. Also check in on your languaging to get clear about what results you’re attracting. If your vocabulary consists mainly of phrases and words representing what you don’t want, it’s time for a new habit of speech. When your language instills feelings of hope and progress, you can be sure you’re a valuable contributor to positive change. As author Gregg Braden shares, we don’t create peace on earth by praying for peace. We create peace by being peace. We get what we feel, so feeling the lack of what we want doesn’t take us where we want to go.

Making peace Another important key to effectively creating change is to make peace with what is. That may seem contradictory—or even impossble— to many, but when you understand how the Law of Attraction works, it makes good sense. Recognizing that all is well allows us to release the resistance that prevents positive change. As long as we flow resistance, we’re stuck in the very thing we’re fighting against. Releasing resistance allows movement, and the best way to do so is make peace with what is. Easier said than done sometimes, but when you realize its power, you’ll have good inspiration for practicing it. As long as we’re attached to results or cling to the notion that things have to change, we keep that change from happening.

Three steps to change So how to be an effective agent of change? Here are three powerful steps to get started: 1) Get clear about what you want. You can use what you don’t want as a starting point in gaining clarity, but that’s the only way the contrast can serve you. Once you

are clear, let go of what you don’t want. 2) Learn to stay focused on your desired end result. Whether it’s through symbols, photos, mantras, or deliberate choice of language, get

If your vocabulary consists mainly of phrases and words representing what you don’t want, it’s time for a new habit of speech. When your language instills feelings of hope and progress, you can be sure you’re a valuable contributor to positive change. in the habit of facing the direction you want to go. 3) Take action that feels good. Let inspiration be your guide. Because like attracts like, we don’t get good results by taking action that feels bad. If it doesn’t feel good, it’s not taking you to the outcome you want. When we embrace these principles, there is literally no limit to the magic and miracles we can create. Our power as creators affords us the ability to achieve the “impossible,” whether that’s a restored and healthy planet or simply an employer who agrees to change out the light bulbs. Do yourself and the causes you care about a favor: Stop fighting against what’s wrong, and use your power to fuel what you do want. ◆ Jeannette Maw is an Attraction Coach and founder of Good Vibe Coaching in Salt Lake City. WWW.GOODVIBECOACH.COM.

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It’s time to get back to the garden! April 5 9a. Join Wasatch Community Gardens for a handson drought tolerant landscaping workshop, as they work with Utah Rivers Council to create a Rip Your Strip demonstration garden in their parking strip. Grateful Tomato Garden, 600 E 800 S, 359-2658 RSVP. WWW.COMMUNITY@WASATCHGARDENS.ORG. April 3 & 10 7-9p. Learn to grow organic! Instead of buying local and organic, grow local and organic. It’s easy if you know how. Learn everything from soil improvement, organic fertiliz-

“The Weight of Memory” April 10-13, times vary. Repertory Dance Theater presents “The Weight of Memory, A visual poem of memory and metaphor.” “The Weight of Memory” weaves threads of prose, movement and film together into a new performance language. $30, discounts for students/seniors. 355-ARTS, WWW.ARTIX.ORG. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W 300 South, WWW.RDTUTAH.ORG. ing and companion planting to pest control and composting. Day Riverside Library, 1575 W 1000 N, 359-2658, RSVP. April 19 9a-12p. Learn compost basics. Tired of throwing your yard, garden and kitchen waste away? Here’s your chance to change! Learn how to compost and save the world one banana peel at a time. Grateful Tomato Garden, 600 E 800 S, 359-2658, RSVP.

Author Jabari Asim: “The N Word: who can say it, who shouldn’t, and why”

age and the effects it has on our society. Free or pay $40 and meet the author, plus priority seating and a copy of the book. Main Library.

April 5 12p for teens 7:30p for adults. Learn the history of this volatile word. Join Asim for a conversation about hate langu-

Jungian Sand Play Training April 12. This 33-hour training for a profound therapeutic and learning tool emphasizes nonverbal, symbolic work in sand. Professional sandtray trainings

are offered to healers of all modalities. Each training is limited to six individuals and is held at the Provo office of Western Sand Play Associates. 356-2864, WWW.WESTERNSANDPLAY.COM.

Archaeology of Utah class April 12 9a-12p. Have you ever wondered how long people have lived in Utah? When did people start farming and growing corn? Why did the Anasazi abandon their homes in southern Utah? What can we learn from the study of

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“What I thought I saw” Through April 11. On most days, we view an image and instantly draw a conclusion about its meaning. We quickly move on with our lives, secure in our understanding of what we saw. “What I thought I Saw” is an evolving photo-essay book that challenges its audience to stop for a moment and question such certainty. As the stories unravel the complicated and unexpected lives behind the images, the reader must deconstruct the layers of misconceptions, biases and stereotypes behind the initial glance. It is a book and exhibit about people—the way we see them, and sometimes judge them, through a highly personal and imperfect visual lens. It is about the lives behind the pictures. Art Access Gallery, 230 S. 500 W. Submit your own what-I-thought-I-saw stories at WWW.WHATITHOUGHTISAW.COM. ancient skeletons or pottery? If so, join the Utah Archeological Society for this free class. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. Rio Grande Street, 533-3542.

auctions, as they welcome Salt Lake City keynote speaker Mayor Ralph Becker, who will discuss the importance of wild places. $30, Old Mill Club House, 6080 Wasatch Blvd, 363-SAVE, WWW.SAVEOURCANYONS.ORG.

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April 2-27. This play is a lyrical, warmhearted and fantastical comedy that celebrates love, forgiveness and a joke good enough to die for. Salt Lake Acting Company, 168 W 500 N, 363-7522, WWW.SALTLAKEACTINGCOMPANY.ORG.

GreenTREE Yoga presents “Yoga for You in April,” a month of mostly-free special yoga activities. Reduce stress, stretch, and have fun at several outdoor family-friendly yoga activities. Raffle tickets will be given away at each event. No yoga experience needed. April 5 2-3:30p. GreenTREE Yoga and TreeUtah team up to combine yoga and permaculture gardening in TreeUtah’s EcoGarden, Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W 1000 N.

Lone Peak celebration April 24 6:30p. Save Our Canyons commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Lone Peak Wilderness Designation in the Wasatch. Join them for food, music and

Record Store Day! April 19 3-9p. The little guys are banding together on one day, nationwide, to flex their indie store muscle to say “we’re here and we’re not going anywhere.” Get back to your independent roots with a big day of live music , Brinton Jones, Laserfang, DJ Superb, to name a few; giveaways and good times. Slowtrain, 221 E Broadway, 364-2611, WWW.RECORDSTOREDAY.COM.

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April 11 7:15-9p. GreenTREE and Kula Yoga present a special class of Asanas for Every Body taught by longtime yoga instructor, meditation practitioner and author Charlotte Bell. All levels of yogis are invited. Pre-register by April 8. $15 donation accepted. KULA Yoga, 521-5852, 823 E 400 S. April 12 or 17 (depending on weather) 1:30-3:30p. Enjoy some winter yoga and a naturalist-guided walk on snowshoes with GreenTREE Yoga and SPLORE in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Ages 10 and older and all levels of experience are invited. Free, and snowshoes are even provided. Call for site location by April 9. Yael Calhoun, GREENTREEYOGA@COMCAST.NET or 656-7885. April 26 9a-2p. Youth Service Day, one of the world’s largest youth service events. Ages 12 and older are invited to a number

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Party for Rape Recovery April 25 6:30p. Join this amazing organization for an evening of art, entertainment, healing and helping. $50. Westminster College, Tanner Atrium, Emma Eccles Jones Conservatory, 1840 S. 1300 E, 4677282. WWW.RAPERECOVERYCENTER.ORG.

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Glass Art Guild of Utah Members Show “Warm Glass Technique” April 26 4-5:30p. “Warm glass” refers to the process of cutting, shaping, arranging, and then fusing pieces of glass back into a whole in a kiln. Numerous techniques can be applied. Come see these stunning pieces and get a glimpse of how they are made. Main Library. 210 E 400 S,

Thursdays, 1:30p on KRCL, 90.0FM. If we understood that we’re literally related to everything from microbes to manatees, would we stop shredding the web of life and start treating all our relatives better? Visionaries Paul Stamets, Brock Dolman and Brian Swimme explore this provocative question in the first installment of Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature Radio Series VIII. This 13-part series highlights solutions to urgent environmental and social problems. 524-8200.

Andean mysticism May 2 7-8:30p. A fascinating look at the indigenous mystics who live at 15,000 feet in the Andes of Peru. Presentation and slides by Dr. Oakley Gordon, music and

refreshments. This is a fund-raising event for Kenosis Spirit Keepers, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to honor and preserve the integrity of indigenous wisdom and sacred cultural practices. Donations of any amount will be welcome and appreciated. Quaker Meeting Hall, 171 E. 4800 S., WWW.KENOSISSPIRITKEEPERS.ORG.

Park Cityites: Cultivate your creative side The Kimball Art Center presents new Spring classes April 5-12 for kids, teens and adults at Park City’s nonprofit community art center. Make bird houses, flower pots & gardens, bugs, bees & butterflies, creative creatures, or tea time crafts, $20 for a 90-min. afternoon class. All ages. Or learn how to make wind chimes out of recycled glass in Terry Horton’s Glass Fusion Whimsical Wind Chimes class, Saturday, April 5 and 12, 12-3pm. $120. Teens can design and make a custom piece of silver jewelry, April 7-9, 9a-noon, $125. WWW.KIMBALL-ART.ORG ; 435.649.8882

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Zion Tribe “Finally Legal” April 26 9p. Come celebrate the 21st anniversary of one of Salt Lake City’s few worldbeat bands. Zion Tribe fuses a hybrid of musical influences from around the globe, passionately playing reggae, Latin, Afro-Caribbean, rock, funk and rhythm & blues in a way that always pulls the audience into their groove. Zanzibar, 677 S 200 W, WWW.ZIONTRIBE.COM

Earth Day celebrations! Earth day is April 22, but events are happening all month long. Here are a few that are sure to make you feel green, white and blue all over!

Earth Day Extravaganza featuring POLAR-PALOOZA April 19 10a-5p. Celebrate the planet with a day of fun-filled family activities. Explore what science says about our changing planet, and learn how you can take action to preserve our world. Free with museum admission. Utah Museum of Natural History at the University of Utah, 1390 E. Presidents Circle (200 South), 581-4303, WWW.UMNH.UTAH.EDU.

Earth Day Planting & Celebration April 19 8:30a-12p. Serve, learn, and celebrate as you beautify a neighborhood area. Start the morning with a light breakfast, a planting demonstration by TreeUtah, garden preparation, planting, lunch and a brief presentation. REI will host children’s activities. RSVP to TPOELZING@SA .UTAH.EDU or 587-9027, 1030 W. Fremont Ave. (1100 S), WWW.SA .UTAH.EDU/BENNION/BEND.

Eating Local/Slow Foods April 24 7-9p. Fresh food is good food, and if it’s grown locally, it’s also good for your community and planet. We’ll show you where to find local farmers, bakers, ranchers, beekeepers, and cheese makers, then offer up tips on how to enjoy these tasty, healthful products year round. $31, University of Utah Campus, 801-581-LIFE (5433), WWW.LIFELONG.UTAH.EDU.

Confronting Cruelty 2008 April 25-27 9a-5p. Confronting Cruelty is a free public conference for anyone who cares about animals. This conference is for sharing knowledge, public education, networking, discussing strategies and tactics, and energizing the community to support safety for all animals. Salt Lake City Library, 210 E 400 S, 815-0745, INFO@CONFRONTINGCRUELTY.COM.

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PROFILE OF A GODDESS

Hestia, Goddess of Fire ART AND STORY BY CAROL KOLEMAN

Mythology: Greek AKA: Goddess of the Hearth, Goddess of Architecture Translation: Essence, Hearth, Reality (what ‘is’) Symbolism: Fire, Circle AKA in other mythologies: (hearth & volcano): Aetna, Caca, Ocrisia, Vesta (Roman), Aibheaeg, Brigit, Lasair, Latiaran (Irish), Camilla

be swallowed, she was the last to emerge, becoming both the first and the last to be born of her parents. Hestia grew up to be guardian of the Olympians’ home. Beloved by all gods and goddesses, she provides a nurturing environment to everyone who enters. Interpretation and meditation: As Goddess of fire and the hearth,

Our body may be seen as “home” with the heart as its burning center....it is our role to tend our fire so it may burn eternally bright. (Italian), Chantico, Cuaxolotl (Aztec), Chuginadak (Aleut), Feronia (Etruscan), Fuji Ainu, Izanami (Japanese), MahuiIki (Polynesia), Pele (Hawaiian) Mythology: Hestia was the firstborn of the Olympian gods and goddesses. Her parents were the Titans Cronus and Rhea. A prophecy foretold that Cronus would be dethroned by one of his children when he or she reached adulthood. To prevent this, he swallowed the infant Hestia and each of her brothers and sisters as they were born. Alas, it is difficult to prevent fate. The goddess Rhea would accept the loss of her children no longer, so she tricked her husband into swallowing a rock wrapped in a blanket instead of Zeus, her last-born child. As a result, he disgorged all the babies he had swallowed, and so they were reborn. Since Hestia was the first to

Hestia is considered the center of the home, the nurturing fire that provides security, peace and comfort. She welcomes all who enter with unconditional love. As I meditated on the goddess Hestia and the image of the hearth fire, I realized that our body may be seen as “home” with the heart as its burning center. Like the Vestal Virgins (tenders of the eternal fire of Vesta, the Roman equivalent of Hestia), it is our role to tend to our fire so it may burn eternally bright. The source for Hestia’s sacred fire was believed to be molten lava in the earth’s center that flowed to the city of Delphi through a mythical “umbilical cord.” This image inspired me to muse on the relationship between structures and their hearth centers. Years ago, I discovered “Zoom” [Istvan and Astvan Banyai, Penguin

Books, 1995]. It had no text, only pictures that began with an image that panned out further and further with each subsequent page— a rooster, a farm where the rooster stood, a child playing with the toy farm. That image was in a magazine, the magazine was held by a sleeping boy on a cruise boat. The boat was pictured on the side of a bus and so on, until the last page showed the earth as a small white speck on a black page. Similar shifts in perspective happened as I considered the connection between the biological home where the heart resides and home as an architectural structure. This heart/home image panned out from my heart to the hearth in my home, then to the molten center of the earth until it stopped at the flaming sun, the earth’s hearth. My imagination failed me for what hearth lay further on, but it amazed me that I never noticed the connection before; from our earthy bodies to the brilliant stars, everything is connected by fire. Intention: To feel Hestia’s real intention, begin by tending your internal fire. Explore what it means to love unconditionally (including loving yourself). Welcome and nurture those you allow to enter. This sometimes takes work; like many fire goddesses whose fire was stolen, we may feel compelled to protect our fire. But to exist, flame must spread, so open your heart and you will fuel the fire that connects us all. Feed your passions and stretch your limits.

Zoom out in your perspective, and shift your focus to your home’s hearth. Tend where you live by making it comfortable and welcoming. When people enter, do they feel at home? Do they sense who you are? Do you feel at home? Consider how your home could reflect your heart, show your passions, your fire. Don’t be afraid to share yourself in this way; you have incredible things burning inside of you. Shift now to our larger home, the Earth. Sense her warm fires burning, her heart beating deep inside. Imagine the umbilical cord that connects your fire to the Earth’s molten center. Feel safe in the knowledge that this hearth fire is ever-flowing, always lit. Pull your perspective back further and meditate on our solar system’s center, our fiery hearth housed within the distant stars. Visualize the fiery core in all of these homes. The burning you feel within your bosom, that essential ether, is the eternal fire channeled to us from the center of all creation. We are each an ember within its sacred hearth. And now, let’s come in from the stars. Pull your perspective in from the sun center of our solar system to the core of our earth, to the fireplace in your home and to the center of your self. You are safely encircled with many layers of fiery sanctuary. Near or distant, no matter where you go, you are never far from the hearth. You are always home. ◆ Questions for the Goddess? Email: KOLEMAN@EARTHLINK.NET.

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Colon Hydrotherapy—Massage 541-3064. Karen Schiff, PT. Licensed physical therapist, certified colon hydrotherapist, I-ACT member, FDA approved system. Clear out old toxins & create the environment within you to realize your health goals. Gently soothe, cleanse, hydrate & tone your body’s primary elimination channel. Enhanced results with nutritional guidance & abdominal massage. This ancient work is a gentle, external method to relieve digestive distress, PMS, menopause, infertility, more! WWW.KARENSCHIFF.COM Dragon Dreams, a New Age Gift Boutique Meditation and chakra CDs, ORGANIC skin care products and incense, books, crystals, local artist consignments and mystical things like magic wands, fairies and DRAGONS. Web of Life Wellness Center, 989 E 900 S, 509-1043. Uli Knorr, ND Eastside Natural Health Clinic 474-3684. Dr. Knorr, with 10 years of clinical experience, offers comprehensive naturopathic medical care. Focus on gastrointestinal health, endocrinology, detoxification and the cardiovascular system; Bio-identical hormone therapy along with adrenal and thyroid function support. Natural medicine/ herbal medicine focus. RBCBS/ ValueCare. EASTSIDENATURALHEALTH.COM. Todd Mangum, MD, Web of Life Wellness Center 531-8340. 989 E. 900 S., Ste. A1. Dr. Mangum is a family practice physician who uses acupuncture, massage, herbs & nutrition to treat a wide range of conditions including chronic fatigue, HIV infection, allergies, digestive disturbances and fibromyalgia. He also designs programs to maintain health & wellness. Leslie Peterson, ND Full Circle Women’s Healthcare 746-3555. WWW.FULLCIRCLECARE.COM. Offering integrative medical care for women of all ages. Natural hormone replacement therapy; annual exams; evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of many gynecological health concerns; natural medicine preferentially used. Gentle, safe, whole-person care. Planned Parenthood of Utah Call 1-800-230-PLAN to reach the Planned Parenthood nearest you. Affordable, confidential health care & family planning services for women, men & teens. Abstinence-based education programs for children 532-1586. Many volunteer opportunities 532-1586. Precision Physical Therapy 557-6733. Jane Glaser-Gormally, MS, PT. 4568 S. Highland Dr., Ste. 140. Licensed PT specializing in holistic integrated manual therapy (IMT). Safe, gentle, effective techniques for pain and tissue dysfunction. This

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Body & Mind Studio. 486-2660. 1063 E. 3300 S. WWW.BODYANDMINDSTUDIO.COM Erin Geesaman Rabke Somatic Educator. 801-898-0478 WWW.BODYHAPPY.COM DanceScene. 298-8047. Margene Anderson. RDT Community School. 534-1000. 138 W. Broadway. Streamline. 474-1156. 1948 S. 1100 E. WWW.STREAMLINEBODYWORKS.NET

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Horary: Practical Astrology Avani Vyas. 801-288-9354. Quick answers to your specific questions relating to day-to-day matters (relationships, purchases, job changes, relocation, travel etc.). Excellent aid to your decision making. No medical questions. Call weekday mornings or weekends. WWW.ASTROLOGYONE.MYSITE.COM. Horary: The Art of Cycles & Timing Victoria Fugit. 435-259-9417. Horary can answer questions about lost articles or animals, buying new cars or houses, signing contracts; it helps you decide about changing jobs, moving, getting married. If you are wrestling with a question, horary can probably shed light on it. Intuitive Coaching Ross Gigliotti. 244-0275. Intuitive guidance through life coaching. 2766 E. 3300 S., at the Gift of Touch.

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Lilli DeCair: Inspirational Mystical Entertainment 533-2444 and 577-6119. European born professional psychic, holistic health educator, reiki master /teacher, life coach, Mental Health Association in Utah Board Member, serves on Mayor’s Diversity Speakers Board, ESL I instructor, party entertainer. Featured radio magazine personality. Available at Dancing Cranes Fri-Sun, 486-1129 and Cafe Alchemy Sundays 5-9 p. One of 2005 Governor’s Commission on Families Women of the Year recipiants. Poet, singer, dancer, wedding planner/official, Shamanic 9 Day Medicine Wheel Journeys. Alyse Finlayson, Spiritual Artist & Psychic 435-640-6042. Trained artist uses her psychic gifts to paint portraits of your angels and guides. Offering soul retrievals and assists people in building and bringing awareness to

Soul & Psyche 293-0484. Cynthia Hill, PhD. Astrological readings focused on energetic & cellular memory patterns of the ’mind-body’ system, personality strength & challenges; current & past life patterns & habits, relationship & family dynamics, soul purpose & spiritual intent, current & future cycles of growth, healing & empowerment through self-knowledge & understanding. 30 years clinical experience. Call for appt. & class info. Transformational Astrology Ralfee Finn. 800-915-5584. Catalyst’s astrology columnist for 10 years! Visit her website at WWW.AQUARIUMAGE.COM or e-mail her at RALFEE@AQUARIUMAGE.COM Amy Megan West, Professional Astrologer WWW.MOONGLIDE .COM. Astrology, Tarot and Psychic reader with over 20+ years experience. Astrologer for WWW.MYSTARLINES.COM. Call for appointment: 550-5353.

Anne Windsor, Professional Astrologer 888.876.2482. 1338 S Foothill #182 Salt Lake City UT 84108. KNOW NOW. Invest in a session with Anne Windsor and draw on her extensive experience to crack your own life’s code. Discover winning strategies to attract healthy relationships, establish financial security, achieve professional success, and find contentment. Private tutoring, gift certificates available. Visa/MC. WWW.ANNEWINDSOR.COM Intuitive Therapy Suzanne Wagner, 359-2225. Trish Withus 918-6213. WWW.THEREISONLYLOVE.COM

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Avatar 244-8951. Avatar is a consciousness training course that teaches us to live deliberately. It gives us tools for experiencing compassion and true cooperation on our planet and opens doors unimaginable. Rebecca Hunt is a new Avatar Master. Call regarding a free introduction. Barbara G. Babson, L.C.S.W. 567-3545 370 E. South Temple, #550. Psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and adolescents. Specializing in EMDR (eye movement desensitisation reprocessing). Barb uses EMDR from a position of empathy and understanding in treating trauma, loss, and relationship issues. Center for Healing Arts 209-4404. Carol Littlefield, APRN/PP, psychiatric nurse specialist with prescriptive practice. 18 years offering natural alternative care. Awaken the soul by applying new science and technology to ancient wisdom practices. Metatronic healings. Soul therapy, the highest healing! Group meditation Thursdays 7-8:30. 1210 Princeton Ave., by appointment, insurance accepted. WWW.OURCOMMUNITYCONNECTION.COM. Center for Transpersonal Therapy 596-0147. 989 E. 900 S. Dana Appling, LCSW, Denise Boelens, PhD; Chris Robertson, LCSW; Lynda Steele, LCSW; Sherry Lynn Zemlick, PhD, Wil Dredge LCSW. The transpersonal approach to healing draws on the knowledge from traditional science & the spiritual wisdom of the east & west. Counseling orientation integrates body, mind, & spirit. Individuals, couples, groups, retreats, & classes.

Steven J. Chen, Ph.D., Psychologist 718-1609. 150 S 600 E. Healing techniques for depression, anxiety and relationship issues. Treatment of trauma, abuse and stress. Career guidance. Sensitive and caring approach to create wellness, peace, happiness and contentment. WWW.STEVENJCHEN.COM Sue Connor, Ph.D., Mindful Recovery Center 1399 South 700 East #10. 583-7848. Improve your response to stress with effective self care strategies. Increase your relapse prevention skills and enhance your recovery. Optimize your personal growth with sustainable solutions. Mindful psychotherapy for relief from acute and post traumatic stress, addictions, disordered eating, chronic pain or illness, mood disorders. Stephen Emerson, LCSW 487-1091. 150 S 600 E, Ste. 7B Offering a transpersonal approach to psychotherapy that facilitates access to innate inner wisdom, strength, creativity and potential for individuals, couples and families dealing with life transitions, stress, emotional difficulties, low self-esteem, relationship issues, addictive behaviors and abuse issues. Treatment of performance anxiety for musicians, actors and other public presenters.

Emotions Anonymous Need a 12-step group? Call 359-HEAL (4325). Marianne Felt, MT-BC, LPC 524-0560, EXT. 3. 150 S. 600 E., Ste. 7C. Licensed professional counselor, board certified music therapist, certified Gestalt therapist, Red Rock Counseling & Education. Transpersonal psychotherapy, music therapy, Gestalt therapy, EMDR. Open gateways to change through experience of authentic contact. Integrate body, mind, & spirit through creative exploration of losses, conflicts, & relationships that challenge & inspire our lives. Some lower fees available.

Robin Friedman, LCSW 599-1411 (Sugar House). Transformational psychotherapy for making lasting positive change. Discover effective ways of finding and expressing your deeper truth and authentic self. Relationship work, sexuality, depression/ anxiety, addictions, trauma recovery, and creative explorations of life-purpose and self-awareness. Individuals, couples, groups. Trained practitioner of Expressive Arts Therapy.

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Jeff Grathwohl, MA 403-5171. 336 E 900 S. The Synergy Center. Illuminate the luminous body! A luminous energy field surrounds us and informs our body and life. Release the wounds and contracts that keep you from choosing your own destiny. WWW.THESHAMANNETWORK.COM. Teri Holleran, LCSW Red Rock Counseling & Education, LLC 5240560. 150 S. 600 E., Ste. 7C. Transformational therapy, consultation & facilitation. Discover how the investigation of loss, trauma, body symptoms, mood disturbances, relationship conflicts, environmental despair & the questions related to meaning & purpose initiate the transformational journey. Hypnosis: Jolene Shields, C.Ht. 801-942-6175. Hypnosis is a naturally induced state of relaxed concentration in which suggestions for change are communicated to the subconscious mind, making change seem effortless and easy. Jolene is a medically certified hypnotherapist with 18 years of experience. Weight loss, HypnoBirthing®, stress reduction, smoking cessation, etc.

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Mango… the art and science of living Juicy! Jill Jeppesen, Energy Coach. 232-1877, WWW.GETCLARITY.COM. Using the Lights On Learning Method™, you will rapidly connect to your passion—your deepest purpose. With the use of digital image-feedback and an energybased interview system, you will both see and feel what lights you up. The clues to your passion are reflected in your physiology, and those clues are waiting to be revealed. Jan Magdalen, LCSW 582-2705, 2071 Ashton Circle, SLC. Offering a transpersonal approach to the experiences and challenges of our life cycles, including: individuation-identity, sexuality and sexual orientation, partnership, work, parenting, divorce, aging, illness, death and other loss, meaning and spiritual awareness. Individuals, couples and groups. Clinical consultation and supervision. Marilynne Moffitt, PhD 266-4551. 825 E. 4800 S. Murray 84107. Offering interventions for psychological growth & healing. Assistance with behavioral & motivational changes, refocusing of life priorities, relationship issues, addiction & abuse issues, & issues regarding health. Certified clinical hypnotherapist, NLP master practitioner & EMDR practitioner.

Sunny M. Nelson, MSW CSW Healing with the Higher Self. 801-755-1229. Interventions to assist Autistic and Indigo children and adults. Healing with assistance from the Higher Self to resolve trauma, addictions, grief/loss, women's issues, emotional pain, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues. This approach teaches the concept that one chooses life events for the purpose of soul growth and spiritual mastery.

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Stephen Proskauer, MD, Integrative Psychiatry 631-8426. Sanctuary for Healing and Integration, 860 E. 4500 S., Ste. 302. Steve is a seasoned psychiatrist, Zen priest and shamanic healer. He sees kids, teens, adults, couples and families, integrating psychotherapy, meditation and soul work with judicious use of medication to relieve emotional pain and problem behavior. Steve specializes in creative treatment of bipolar disorders. STEVE@KARMASHRINK.COM. Blog: WWW.KARMASHRINK.COM.

Naomi Silverstone, DSW, LCSW 209-1095. Psychotherapy and shamanic practice, 989 E. 900 S. #B5. Holistic practice integrates traditional and nontraditional approaches to health, healing, and balance or “ayni.” Access new perceptual lenses as you reanimate your relationship with nature. Shamanic practice in the Inka tradition.

Jon Scheffres, MA, LPC 633-3908. 1550 E. 3300 S., SLC. Every life is a call to adventure. Offering an awareness-based approach for treating depression, anxiety, marital/relationship issues, adolescent behavior problems, domestic violence and addictions. Individual, family, couples, and groups. Stress reduction through yoga and meditation. Clinical consultation and supervision also available. Mike Sheffield, Ph.D. 518-1352. 1104 E. Ashton Ave (2310 S.) #112. Coaching and psychotherapy with adults and youth. Integrative approach to personal transformation, emphasizing process work with selfawareness, pattern change, transitions. Workshops and groups on mindfulness, creativity, emotional intelligence, transformational journeys, relationships, parenting.

Sierra Earthworks Foundation 274-1786. Holladay, Utah. Ramona Sierra, MSW, LCSW. Providing clinical services through integrated approaches utilizing traditional and indigenous healing practices to health/mental health and complementary medicine. Most insurances accepted. sierraearthworks@qwest.net.

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Steve Seliger, LMFT 661-7697. 1104 E. Ashton Ave. (2310 S.) #203. Specializing in helping people develop healthy loving relationships, conflict resolution for couples, developing powerful communication skills, resolving parent-teen conflicts, depression, phobias, ending & recovering from abuse, conflicts & issues related to sexuality & libido in men & women, sexual orientation issues. Sarah Sifers, Ph.D., LCSW Shamanic Practitioner, Minister of the Circle of the Sacred Earth 801-531-8051. Shamanic Counseling. Shamanic Healing. Mentoring for people called to the Shaman’s Path. Explore health or mental health issues using the ways of the shaman. Sarah’s extensive training includes shamanic extraction healing, soul retrieval healing, psychopomp work for death and dying, shamanic counseling and shamanic divination. Sarah has studied with Celtic, Brazilian, Tuvan, Mongolian, Tibetan and Nepali Shamans.

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SoulCentered Coaching 440-1752. Sara Winters. Find balance in your life by opening your heart to connect with your Soul’s Desire. Matt Stella, LCSW Red Rock Counseling & Education, LLC 5240560 x1. 150 S. 600 E., Ste. 7C. Psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and groups. Specializing in relationship work, mens issues, depression, anxiety, addictive patterns, and lifemeaning explorations.

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ASK YOUR MAMA

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Follow the urge A tale of positive action in reverence of the earth BY DONNA HENES

Dear Mama Donna, I just came across your photo of standing eggs on end at the ART-THATHEALS.ORG Web site. This was only minutes after I was pondering how to create a certain earth-healing ritual. There is a creek here in the city of San Jose, California, that no one seems to own. It’s a tributary to the Guadalupe River. This poor creek is suffocating with trash of all kinds. I’ve seen birds and ducks living there—it can’t be easy. I work in a huge corporation that is full of resourceful, talented, caring people. I know that if I provide the framework, they will show up. I’d like to perform a general clean-up, perhaps award a prize for the weirdest trash, and then perform a simple healing ceremony, such as tying strips of cloth/prayers to certain branches, or putting up a sign that defends the creek from future trash. Then I’ll buy the volunteers a round

at the bar across the street. I’ve been wanting to do this for months, but I’ve been missing a catalyst — experiencing paralysis and a lot of guilt for not taking action. Have you done something similar to what I’m proposing, and might you have any words of advice for me? Hoping to be Helpful in San Jose

Dear Helpful, First, let me commend you for your fine feelings and fabulous intentions. The urge to do something positive for the earth is most honorable, and, as you have discovered, quite daunting. Nagging doubts often delay and deter our action. What to do? Where to start? Who am I to aim so high? As Marianne Williamson said, “Who are you not to?” If you re-read your letter, you may be surprised to see that you have already answered your own questions. It seems to me that you know exactly what to do and how to do it. The creek obviously needs a major clean-up and your band of fellow workers seems suited to the task. Perhaps you could expand your outreach and involve a local school, day care or senior citizen center, scout troop, or such. And sure, reward them with whatever seems appropriate. Adopt the creek in a formal ceremony, claiming response-ability for its future care. Post the sign that you envisioned. Continue your efforts on a regular basis with periodic clean-up days and educational events. Have bags printed with your logo and slogans; pass them out to encourage ongoing trash collection. I love your idea of a prize for the strangest trash discovery. You could also create sculptural elements from the flotsam that you find and decorate the banks and environs of the creek, creating a sort of whimsical ecology/ art park, and host community picnics there. What a lovely vision you have imagined. I see it all so clearly. A brave and beautiful world where we each take response-ability for righting whatever wrongs we witness and create for ourselves with our own imagination and ingenuity, a viable, sustainable, magical way of life and living. So, consider this the catalyst you’ve been needing. Swallow that energy-draining guilt, girlfriend, and go for it! We need you. xxMama Donna

P.S. For further information and inspiration, you might want to refer to the following. Re. cleaning the creek: Dominique Mazeaud has made a long-time meditation project of cleaning the Guadalupe River in Santa Fe, New Mexico. WWW.EARTHHEARTIST.COM/ Re. found junk sculpture: Alice Guffy Miller is the queen of fantastical ecological structures which she creates with community involvement using trash and re-cyclables. HOME.COMCAST.NET/~SITRON45/PF/ALIC E.HTML

The urge to do something positive for the earth is most honorable, and, as you have discovered, quite daunting, as well. Nagging doubts often delay and deter our action. What to do? Where to start? How to progress? Who am I to aim so high? Re. tying cloth to branches as a healing ritual: I actually wrote an entire book about just that! “Dressing our Wounds in Warm Clothes: Ward’s Island Energy Trance-Mission” (Astro Artz, 1982) is available through me, WWW.DONNAHENES.NET

Dear Mama Donna, I so appreciate your letter of encouragement and guidance. You were right on the money. I know the steps, and your energy added the necessary zing. The day after I wrote to you, I actually met with the right person to advertise this project within our company, so it has begun to take on a life of its own. As my request for help churns through the slow bureaucracy, I notice that nature took a hand and flooded the creek with three days’ rain (we need it!) All the trash danced on top. By the time my company can help, the tide should be out enough. I am filled with optimism! It reminds me of how the National

Park Service came up with a 30-year plan to demolish many ugly buildings in Yosemite — and within only three months two-thirds of the plan had completed — by (El Niño) nature! I realize now that the branchwrapping idea must have come from “Dressing Our Wounds in Warm Clothes,” a copy of which was at my mother’s Manhattan apartment in the ’80s. That’s how powerful your book is—to stick under my skin all these years after a single evening looking (mostly) at the pictures. I am so delighted! I’ll let you know how the cleanup goes. You remind me of a little prayer that starts out: Oh, Great Mother, bless this Earth through our actions. Helpful

Dear Mama Donna, Here’s the latest — We are organized and lined up to clean the creek around Earth Day. In an ironic note, the local cops have forbidden us to enter the area that needs the most work. They tell us it is too dangerous (crime, dealers, needles) for the likes of us. Apparently, no one has told the ducks that! Blessings from my activist life, Helpful

Dear Helpful, Are you ever! Good girl. When the authorities get all hot and bothered, you know you are doing something right. Take it from me. I once went to jail in Los Angeles for chanting for peace on the autumnal equinox, charged with “inciting to litter”! A few years ago on the winter solstice, 33 of us were arrested for chanting “Reverence to Her” on the beach. This time, the charge was “unauthorized Presence.” Well, I think so. And that’s just what ruffles them. We are unauthorized and live and act according to our own inner authority based on integrity, respect, reverence and mutual response-ability. Carry on in pride, xxMama Donna “Art can be a form of enlightened behavior that is constructive, done out of compassion, not only for human beings, but for the environment and for the planet itself.” —Jose Arguelles *Are you cyclically confused? In a ceremonial quandary? Completely clueless? Wonder no more. Send your questions about seasons, cycles, and celebrations to Mama Donna at mail to: CITYSHAMAN@AOL.COM.

APPLIED RITUAL

Sacred acts Tending trees, envisioning forests BY VAUGHN LOVEJOY

Vaugn Lovejoy amid the golden currants which are the under story of the woodland which has been irrigated for ten years now.

or the last decade, I have been blessed with the task of organizing the planting and care of 120acre woodland sanctuary for migratory song birds along the Jordan River. Volunteers have planted nearly 70,000 native tree and shrub seedlings. Through years of drought, we have watered them by hand or irrigation.

hearts have sometimes been broken, members of our community have returned over and over again to help. One summer morning eight years ago I was feeling discouraged and beginning to doubt whether what we were doing really made any difference at all. I heard on the news a report that a 3,600-acre development had been approved

...all our efforts to plant and cultivate beauty reverberate through not only the physical, but also subtler realms. We have worked together to control invasive species that can crowd out the seedlings. We have gathered over the years at the site when the planting season has come to a close to sing, play music, read poetry and tell stories by the light of the full moon. The vision of a woodland sanctuary has been blessed by the hearts and hands of thousands. Even though we have not always succeeded, and our

for the foothills surrounding Draper. Somehow the 40-acre restoration project we had at the time seemed insignificant. I arrived at our site early that morning long before the youth group from the court system would arrive to water the newly planted trees and shrubs. The sun was just touching the meadow below; the dew was evaporating, creating a layer of luminous mist which covered the Jordan River flood plain. As I sat qui-

etly in awe of this beauty, I experienced the presence of all of those who had planted and cared for the budding woodland. I could almost see them in the mist, but most of all I could feel the love and care they had so generously given to this landscape. I could see clearly that all our efforts to plant and cultivate beauty reverberate through not only the physical, but also subtler realms. Many times before we begin a planting, we take a few minutes to dream together what this forest will look like in the decades ahead. I have asked the youth and young adults to dream into the future when they will have grandchildren as I now have. I ask them to imagine sitting at the edge of our woodland holding hands with a grandchild. By then the flood plain below will be filled with a mile-and-half-long forest of trees towering 50 feet. Beneath their upper branches will flower another canopy of trees; beneath them, a cornucopia of shrubs. In our imaginations, we transport ourselves to a morning in the decades ahead to experience the sacred symphony of warblers, thrushes, sparrows and many other songbird species. We envision, we plant, we envision some more. These experiences have led me to believe we are not only restoring an extraordinary woodland sanctuary but also a field of prayers within the heart of our valley. As a caretaker of this community woodland and prayer field, I invite you to join in the planting of 15,000 new trees and shrubs along a newly restored stream in the Jordan River floodplain this spring. Envision an urban forest, and all the life it holds, for our grandchildren and beyond. Then plant. And envision some more. ◆ Vaughn Lovejoy is the ecological restoration coordinator for TreeUtah.

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Hey! Here lean to hear my feeble voice at the center of the sacred hoop You have said that I should make the tree to bloom… Again I recall the great vision that you gave me. It may be that some little root of the sacred tree still lives. Nourish it then that it may leaf and bloom and fill with singing birds! Hear me, that the people may once again find the good road and the shielding tree.

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April 2008

SHALL WE DANCE?

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A night at the museum with the Children’s Dance Theatre BY AMY BRUNVAND

Margaret Anderton’s description of one from “Polish Music Journal”: This stately and elegant dance might almost be named a march; in fact they are really “Marches in Triple Rhythm”… You can almost hear the firm tread of the men, see their haughty, resolute carriage, ready to face danger and treachery and injustice. You can see those beautiful women, proud, trusting, with their luminous eyes, their diamonds and sapphires, and hear the jingle of spurs, the rustling of the silken garments, for this was the dance of the aristocratic beauties and the nobles and military men. Imagine looking down a microscope and seeing that! Or imagine looking for a dance in a prism: a translucent wedge-shaped bit of glass or a raindrop that turns sunlight into a rainbow. It seems like

show?’ It had the potential for very different look, different costumes, and sounds. So I went to the King’s English bookstore to find a children’s book that might cover a lot of areas of science. There were histories and specific ideas, but not what I was looking for. I asked the gal in the store and she said, ‘have you read the Bill Bryson book?’” [A Short History of Nearly Everything, Broadway Books, 2003] The next step was to find science consultants: Cynthia J. Burrows, a DNA chemist; Lorie Millward from the Utah Museum of Natural History; Paolo Gondolo, an astrophysicist who specializes in dark matter; and engineer James Smith who is a vice president at Wasatch Microfluidics, Inc. Lee describes the creation of the dances as a process of engagement with scientific concepts. The sixth

If you are inclined to scoff at the idea of interpretive dance based on elementary school science, consider that science is full of dance metaphors.

“Like the dance of love, chemistry is a waltz with its own step-slide-step in three-quarter time.” —Richard E. Smalley

doubt that very many dance performances require a science consultant, but the always-inventive Children’s Dance Theatre (CDT) has invited four of them to help develop this year’s show called “Scientia” after the Latin word for knowledge. The framework of the story is a schoolgirl’s visit to a museum with a time-traveling scientist as her guide, and the dances illustrate such phenomena as galaxies, prisms,

Newton’s laws of motion, atoms, DNA, the immune system, and the biological diversity of rainforests. If you are inclined to scoff at the idea of interpretive dance based on elementary school science, consider that science is full of dance metaphors such as the “waggle dance” bees do to tell each other where to find nectar, or the “polonaise” movement of cells when an animal embryo begins to form. Ludwig Graper, the German scientist who named the polonaise movement in 1926, thought those embryonic cells looked like dancers at a ball. If you have never seen a polonaise, it might be helpful to read

magic, but it’s really physics—different colors of light have different wavelengths that travel through glass at various speeds, and when those waves hit the edge between glass and air they change direction. Once you get the image in mind, it’s not hard to think of how to build a dance with the essential qualities of sunlight and colors, amplitude and frequency, angular refraction. The prisms in “Scientia” will be second-grade dancers, who had to first understand the physics of prisms in order to know how to make a dance. Mary Ann Lee, director of the Children’s Dance Theatre, explains: “You have to know the essence of what you are going to tell, and you begin to build on that. The more you understand it yourself the better you can express it. When you think of Howard Gardner and kinds of intelligences, he talks about the traditional learner who learns facts, but that learner can’t transform it into something else. Dancing internalizes it deeply.” CDT performances are usually based on storybooks, but this time CDT wrote the story in-house. Lee says that the idea to do an entire show based on science came from professional development workshops given last year by the Virginia Tanner Creative Dance Program to show teachers how to integrate arts in the curriculum. Lee says, “Tristan Moore [who wrote original music for “Scientia”] and I were talking and we said, ‘wouldn’t it be fun to do a science

grade dancers got to experiment with Newton’s laws of motion—bumping into each other to try out equal and opposite forces, and testing out solos that continue in the same path until something interrupts. When Cindy Burrows brought a video showing the replication of DNA, the ninth grade CDT dancers started to ask sophisticated questions about how the process works in order to develop their movements: Should we do a mirror image or back-to-back? Is it just like a zipper down the middle? How can we show it coiling in on itself? After the 10th grade dancers showed off their spiral nebula, Paolo Gondolo proclaimed it perfect and remarked, “We scientists really do think of these things as a beautiful dance.” The characters in “Scientia” would say the same thing in different words: Scientist: The prism didn’t create all those beautiful shades of color, it just revealed what was already there, hidden in the light. I guess I’m saying that once you turn your imagination on, science can open up a whole spectrum of color… Asha (a teenage girl): …giving you new ways to see what was always there. ◆ Amy Brunvand is a dance enthusiast and a librarian on campus at the University of Utah.

“Scientia” April 11 & 12 presented by Children’s Dance Theatre. Capitol Theatre. 50 W. 200 S. SLC. (Gallivan TRAX). Tickets: ARTTIX.ORG; 355-2787, 888-451-ARTS

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BY KINDRA FEHR hen I found myself pregnant the first time around, I remember feeling somewhat alone in my journey. My friends had already raised their kids or had yet to start their families. I deeply wanted to bond with other women who were going through the same experience. I somehow sensed that just because you had done it before didn’t necessarily mean that it was the same as being “in” it. As I embark on this journey again, I realize that my inclination was right. Nature plays a funny memory loss trick on you after having a child. It causes you to forget much of what pregnancy was like, probably so that you’d actually want to do it again. My solution to finding other women at that time was to attend a prenatal yoga class; at the end of every class, I begged all the students to join me for lunch across the street. It worked, and I was able to share my experience and gain from theirs throughout the gestation. In some cases, we have remained friends beyond pregnancy and into parenthood. On this second go-round, I actually have friends who are also in the same condition. For some of us, it’s the second and for others, the first. I can’t begin to express how important it is to have this community of women come together to commiserate, compare, share in the joy of the first ultrasound picture, and find relief in realizing, “Oh good, that’s normal.” Oddly enough, many things have changed in the four short years since I had my first, and coming together as a group gives all of us a chance to brainstorm everything from birthing philosophies, doulas (birthing assistants), circumcision, and cord blood banking. The first-timers are able to gain some insight from us second-timers and we’re all able to laugh in relief when one of us says, “My husband thinks I’ve gone crazy.” For those of us who are now experiencing the truth of “every pregnancy is different,” we, too, are on this road for the first time. It’s funny how all the things you decided for the first birth have to be re-decided because it’s now a different time, a different baby, and there is different information available. We meet weekly, savor delicious food, then sit around rubbing our expanding bellies and constantly shifting about trying to find the most comfortable position. We share books and poetry. We watch YouTube videos of births and discuss solutions and classes we’ve

discovered for everything from nausea to how to keep your pants up. We are able to share the nitty-gritty details of pregnancy that the unpregnant don’t really want to hear about. Ultimately, we are not alone and that is empowering and comforting.

Find your community. Wherever you are in your life, someone else is there, too, be it pregnancy, parenting, creative, or philosophical. The moral of my story is this: Find your community. Wherever you are in your life, someone else is there, too. Be it pregnancy, parenting, creative, or philosophical. Whether it be big or small. Why not share the journey? Camaraderie can be enlightening while lightening the load. N

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Showing up for existential uncertainty with a good attitude. BY RALFEE FINN he planets skew the psychic ground of daily life just a tad more toward the absurd this month, as a continued diet of unexpected plot twists turn April into a consciousness-raising event that’s sure to unsettle the already unsettled air. April’s days and nights deliver one revelation after another, and when you combine the changes with the reactions to those shifts, the wheel of life could feel as if it is spinning in an entirely different galaxy. The good news is April isn’t boring. The better news is that while the terra firma of daily life shudders with shift, the planets simultaneously support the potential to stay steady. Yes, there are bolts from the blue—but those blows don’t necessarily signal disaster. Frankly, April 2008 is a great month to be a storyteller: So much takes place that defies imagination; all a writer has to do is take notes. Of course, the rest of us will be living through the upheaval and improvising our roles as the drama or comedy unfolds. But again, frankly, I’m not sure that’s such a bad thing.

Ultimately, April is about letting go of pretense and showing up for existential uncertainty with a good attitude. And while letting go can be messy and disturbing, there are special times when a release can feel guided by a state of grace—and April is one of those times. And its providential astral

Ultimately, April is about letting go of pretense and showing up for existential uncertainty with a good attitude. signature can be used to transform painful circumstances into instances of profound healing through a sudden, yet sure change of heart. Two major themes underscore the entire month: First, the ongoing Saturn/Pluto trine continues to provide the tenacity to persevere no matter how tough the situation. We’ve been under the influence of this positive alliance for the

last five weeks, and now, it is nearly exact for the entire month. Best known for its ability to inspire excellence through extreme self-discipline, this trine can also foster stern attitudes. Please remember to be kind as you deliver criticism—what may be firm for you may feeling punishing to others. Also be aware, this trine supports the determination to win, which makes it an excellent configuration for competitors in a variety of fields, or for those of us who are simply devoted to doing the best possible job. The tricky thing about this trine is avoiding the temptation to push others too hard. Use this combination for endurance, but also be kind to yourself and to others by keeping your expectations realistic. From the 1st-14th, a portion of the power of this Saturn-Pluto trine is channeled through a square between Mars and the Sun. This square is a continuation of the fractious energy from last month, particularly the tendency to fight and fuss over territory, real or imagined. This square also stirs a physical restlessness, and if it is

directed through the discipline of the Saturn-Pluto square, its energy can be put to good use supporting intense efforts, whether they are physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual. From the 15th-29th, the Sun trines both Saturn and Pluto, completing the necessary link to form a grand trine in Earth, a truly positive configuration capable of supporting a decisive determination to work hard toward tangible rewards. This grand trine also embodies a tremendous amount of physical energy, so if you’re getting physical, be careful to not push too hard. If you’re not physical, maybe this grand trine will move you into action. The second major theme of the month is the Jupiter-Uranus sextile, another positive ongoing alliance and from an astrological perspective the reason why April is anything but boring, tedious, or dreary with routine. Uranus symbolizes revolution; Jupiter signifies expansion; and when these two planets work together, we experience a sense of being in the right place, at the right time, even if what

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon sign, read that too.

Aries

March 21-April l9

Find healthy ways of spending your excess energy, especially the beginning of the month when you might be more than a little testy. You’re not in any danger and I’m not advising you to wimp out, back down, or give up on your plans. I’m simply suggesting you err on the side of diplomacy and catch those flies with honey—if you get my drift.

Taurus

April 20-May 20

It is not necessary to share every anxiety with those you love. Some things are better left unsaid, especially when they are unfolding at such a rapid pace and with such startling results. Be patient, my friend, and you’ll be successful.

Gemini

May 21-June 21

The challenge is figuring out how to reconcile several oppos-

ing points of view without relinquishing your own. Not such an easy task, even for someone who’s used to juggling several opinions. Here’s a hint: Be clear about what you value and then filter all other options through that standard.

Cancer

June 22-July 22

A rigid insistence on your way or no way isn’t likely to please anyone, including you. So rather than polarize, synthesize—and devote all your efforts to creating a solid ground of genuine compromise that will create a win/win solution for everyone.

Leo July 23-August 22 A positive attitude is a must, especially if you want to capitalize on several unexpected and unique opportunities to form profitable alliances. Not every encounter will be worth an expenditure of time and energy,

but some could catalyze new and beneficial projects.

Virgo

August 23-September 22

Unforeseen events challenge the stability of existing relationships, personal as well as professional. These are not so much tests of strength as they are exercises in flexibility—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Be willing to soften your position with compassion and you’ll have an easier time.

Libra

September 23-October 22

You’ll need lots of extra time to manage work-related obligations and responsibilities. Rather than resent the extra time required to handle the increase, consider this phase an opportunities to showcase your abilities to take charge and get the job done.

Scorpio Oct 23-Nov 21 Spontaneous conversations

with friends, family, and just about anyone in your neighborhood stimulate new ideas. Don’t dismiss these exchanges as weird or peculiar. Instead view them as messages meant to catalyze you into a keener awareness.

Sagittarius Nov 22-Dec 21 Expect to have an urge for moving, but don’t feel you have to act immediately on your desire. Yes—you are in an unsettled phase and itchy to find out what lies ahead. But don’t discount your discomfort—it’s part of the process that will enable you to act at the appropriate time in an appropriate manner.

Capricorn

Dec 22-Jan 19

You can squabble with partners, personal or professional, over petty differences or you can do what’s necessary to make peace. I’m not suggesting you

abandon your ethics, but I am advising you to let go of the need to control every detail. Let the energy flow and you’ll experience the reward you’re seeking.

Aquarius

Jan 20-Feb 18

Harsh words spoken in the heat of the moment will only intensify the need to hold fast even if what you most desire is a peaceful resolution. So channel your intensity into exploring nonaggressive forms of communication. If you make love instead of war, you’ll make peace.

Pisces

February 19-March 20

A sudden and for the most part unforeseen turn of events could work out very well for you, especially if you’re willing to seize the moment. Yes, I know you are concerned about the well-being of others, but sometimes it is of utmost importance to take care of yourself first.

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Words of Truth: Release, Sacrifice, Pain, Gratitude s spring comes in we can reflect on the past winter months and breathe a sigh of relief. The harsh energy of the past months is warming into a much more prosperous and happy time. A more secure foundation is being laid for the future. All your diligence pays off; prosperity starts coming through in April. In a way, this time feels like a milestone. Worrisome situations are stabilizing and resolving. Others around you will respond with more warmth and enthusiasm. The cards reflect the vitality of the spring but also the sweetness that usually shows up in the fall. The joy this month is the release from all the seriousness that has been plaguing your mind and heart. You have an opportunity to see life less seriously. When you begin to see life as playful, the burden on your heart disappears. Serious thinkers created all religions. In our society, serious men and women attempting to find structure in a chaotic world also created most of our laws and moral codes. This is not bad in itself. But what has it done to to the playful spirit within each of us? This month, reclaim that playful spirit that still dwells within. Let go

of the fear of death, of life, of everything that has been weighing you down. A lighthearted spirit teaches you to let go and fly. Even great teachers, prophets, and saints have childlike moments where joy and laughter radiates out from them unfettered and free.

Let go of the fear of death, of life, of everything that has been weighing you down. We can become so attached to our personality and behavior that we begin to believe that our personality is who we really are. This allows the ego to control our environment and life. Unfortunately, that never feels completely fulfilling. When you believe that your personality is you, you can get caught in its trap. Often taking yourself too seriously is the result. But if you look at your personality as a character through which you are playing out a game, this character that is merely one aspect of you, not your full and radiant self. In playng out this character, you will begin to find freedom, movement and humor in your life. Look at how you can share your inner riches with others. We tell ourselves that we are not yet ready, but what if we are always ready? All we need to do is to relax into who we really are. When we relax, then the light and consciousness bursts forth from our innermost self like the sweet juice from ripe fruit. When we embrace ourselves, we embrace the new also. From an attitude of openness and acceptance, we uncover the readiness that we all hold inside. In truth, we are always ready. We are always ripe. N Suzanne Wagner is the author of numerous books and CDs on the tarot. She lives in Salt Lake City.

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APRIL

DAY B Y DAY IN THE HOME,GARDEN & SKY BY DIANE OLSON

APRIL 1 The Sun rises at 6:12 a.m. today and sets at 6:53 p.m. The average maximum temperature this month is 61° and the average minimum is 37°. It typically snows 7.3 inches along the Wasatch Front. APRIL 2. The seeds of the sweet pea, this month’s flower, contain a neurotoxin and should not be eaten. Sweet pea is a favorite of geneticists, due to its ability to self-pollinate and its easily observed Mendelian traits, such as height, color and petal form. APRIL 3 Kestrels, robins, house finches, wrens, sparrows and mourning doves are mating and building nests. Listen for the mourning dove’s plaintive woo-oo-oo-oo call, and the distinctive whistling of its wings as it takes flight. Mourning doves are fast fliers (55 mph) and prolific breeders. APRIL 4 If you planted cover crops last fall, don’t bother to till them under; just dig holes for the new plants among the old. APRIL 5 NEW MOON. Astrological gardeners believe the Moon controls the amount of moisture in the soil, just as it does the tides. Moisture content is said to be at its peak during the New Moon and Full Moon, when tides are highest, making those the best times to plant. APRIL 6 It’s time to plant arugula, asparagus, beets, broccoli,

Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, cilantro, dill, kohlrabi, lettuce, parsnips, potatoes, peas, radishes, spinach and Swiss chard. Brussels sprouts contain sinigrin, a glucosinate believed to protect against colon cancer. Don’t eat too many, though; they can also disrupt thyroid function. APRIL 7 Time to finish pruning summer- and fall-blooming shrubs and deciduous trees, and to plant new ones. APRIL 8 Mars, in Gemini, is high in the sky at nightfall. Gemini resembles two parallel stick figures, and is associated with the myth of Castor and Pollux, twins accused of stealing cattle from the Milky Way. APRIL 9 Time to start squash, pepper, cucumber, melon, tomato and eggplant seedlings indoors. The first known writings about eggplant are found in Qí mín yào shù, a Chinese agricultural treatise published in 544 CE. Eggplant can help block the formation of free radicals and control cholesterol, and is a good a source of folic acid and potassium. It also contains more nicotine than any other edible plant, and some health practitioners believe that it, like other nightshades, can cause or worsen arthritis. APRIL 10 Spiders, which are loaded with taurine, an amino acid needed to develop visual acuity, intel-

APRIL 11 Some plants, like stinging nettle, appear in early spring so they can soak up lots of sun before the trees leaf out and shade them. APRIL 12 FIRST QUARTER MOON. Here’s a cool class to take: Introduction to Ecological Gardening. Learn about soil building, companion planting, and the use of native and perennial plants. Day Riverside Library, 10 a.m. Email BRITT@TREEUTAH.ORG for details. APRIL 13 Keep on top of those stubborn perennial weeds, such as bindweed, mallow, plantain and crabgrass. APRIL 14 Baby raccoons, otter, porcupines and red foxes are being born. The red fox, a common Wasatch Front resident, has the widest range of any terrestrial carnivore. Insects make up the majority of its diet; small vertebrates, fruit and carrion round it out. Average litter size is five kits. The kit’s eyes open by two weeks, first steps are taken at five weeks, and they are weaned at 10 weeks. APRIL 15 Plants exude scented oils that enter into the soil, and when the relative humidity of the soil reaches 75% or greater, the scent of those oils is released into the air. That’s one reason why the world smells so good in spring. APRIL 16 Hardy hydrangea, narcissus, lilacs, money plant, violets and fruit trees are blooming. Mmmm. APRIL 17 Think about creating a water feature in your yard. The birds and bugs will thank you if you do. APRIL 18 Today is the average last snow day. APRIL 19 Finish removing winter protection from roses and other perennials, and give the roses a good feeding and cutting. April 20 FULL SPROUTING GRASS MOON. Thin cabbage, carrots, kale, lettuce, onions, peas, radish and spinach seedlings. APRIL 21 If the skies are clear (it often rains the two days following a Full Moon)

look for the Lyrids meteor shower tonight. The Lyrids were first described in China in 687 BC, as “stars that fell [like] rain.” APRIL 22 EARTH DAY. Now’s the time to divide crowded summerblooming perennials. APRIL 23 Butterflies require warmth to fly, so most butterflies active in the early spring, like mourning cloaks, melissa blues, painted ladies and red admirals, have dark wings that absorb solar heat. APRIL 24 Start hardening off warm weather seedlings. They’ll be ready for transplanting in a couple of weeks. Here’s how to do it: WWW.WASATCHGARDENS.ORG/LIBRARY/HARDENING. APRIL 25 ARBOR DAY. Trees are the longest living and largest organisms on Earth. APRIL 26 Rake and fertilize the lawn. Begin cutting it when blades are about two inches high. APRIL 27 Tonight, look for Jupiter, just above the waning Moon. APRIL 28 LAST QUARTER MOON. Start preparing beds for tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, beans, corn, basil and other warm-weather crops. Healthy soil needs two to three inches of new compost; depleted soil four to six inches. APRIL 29 Look for Mercury, low in the western sky 35 minutes after sunset. APRIL 30 The Sun rises at 7:10 a.m. this morning and sets at 7:23 p.m.

It’s spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you’ve got it, you want—oh, you don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so! —Mark Twain Diane Olson is a freelance writer, proofreader and wanna-be fulltime naturalist