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WHO IS RALPH BECKER WHEN HE ISN’T MR. MAYOR? . SOPHIA NICHOLAS River-runner, desert rat and yoga practitioner: the other side of Ralph.

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The summer of hitchhiking ne thing I love about editing CATALYST each month is that I always learn new things. For instance, if youmentioned Wasatch Crest Ridge, I’d have guessed it was a new high-altitude real estate project. From Sophia Nicholas’ back-to-school story I learned it’s a 3,000-mile-long trail that runs from Mexico to Canada— right through our own backyard. Maybe I’ll start attending yoga classes again to get in shape for tackling this hike (you can pick up the trail at the top of Millcreek Canyon’s Big Water Trail). Or maybe I’ll venture out on this hike to get in shape for yoga.... In another piece in this issue, Sophia profiles “the other side” of Mayor Ralph Becker: Meet the riverrunner, desert rat and yoga practitioner. This is one of my favorite CATALYST stories in a long time. I hope you read it. I did have to smile at Sophia’s awe of the fact that Ralph used to hitchhike. Times do change. In “those days,” all young adventurers hitchhiked. We were learning the world

was bigger, and in most cases friendlier, or at least more varied, than we had been led to believe. Today’s “stranger danger” was not a prevalent attitude. One summer when we were 19 or 20, my friend Kate (whose beautiful echinacea photo was on last month’s cover) and I hitched from Madison, Wisconsin to Boulder, Colorado. Outside of Lincoln, Nebraska we got a ride from a couple in a gold Cadillac who drank Coke and chucked the empties out the window. In the back seat, I was apoplectic. Never in my life had I seen someone do this. I thought of the sad Indian in the TV commercial, and of Keep America Beautiful, the anti-litter campaign championed by Lady Bird Johnson. I was itching to proselytize. Kate, always the more judicious, sent me a warning look. In spite of my inclinations, I kept my mouth shut. So much to learn about the people of the world. Into Boulder, wonder of wonders, we got a ride from some Madison boys we actually knew. They were spending the summer renovating an

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old cabin up Eldorado Canyon. They invited us to join them, and we did, for a week or so. Hitchhiking in those days was means that often became an end, with offers of places to stay and dinner gatherings. My mom never let on that she knew I hitchhiked, though I expect she knew. Dad, on the other hand, would drive me to the freeway instead of the bus station, when it was time to head back to school after a holiday, hand me the bus fair and tell me to “be careful.” I’m grateful for his trust in me and the universe. Of course many people thought it was a risky thing to do, and one would occasionally hear of a bad interaction. Once a man made some innuendos. I politely ignored them, asked if he had any daughters (he did) and got him talking about them. The wind of ill intentions blew over and I forgave his lapse in good taste, though I did get out at the next convenient stop. I think back now to how brave I was then, and how natural it seemed at the time. Two summers ago, my friends Kristen and Melissa and I were headed to Burning Man when the engine blew in the borrowed Subaru wagon we were driving. We hitched from Lovelock, Nevada all the way to Black Rock City with an entire carload of food in about the same amount of time as if we’d been driving, and got dropped off right at our camp. I think it was Kristen’s karma; she assured us we’d have no trouble getting rides, and she was right. Nobody hitchhikes any more unless their car has broken down: The driv-

ers think the hikers are penitentiary escapees, and the hikers aren’t so sure about the drivers, either. Too bad. It was a good way to get to know our country; one had conversations with people you might never otherwise encounter. It was ecological; few students I knew owned a car, and still everyone got around. A few years ago in Cuba I was told it is the law that you must pick up a hitchhiker on the freeway if there is room in your vehicle. That’s maybe going a bit far, but it does put cars back in their place: as modes of transportation, vs. homes away from home, sanctuaries for solitude, entertainment centers. Hitchhiking has gone the way of phone booths, and young adventurers must seek out other routes. * * * * * At the very end of the “One HEART” story, Jennifer Street Hyvonen refers to a gala fundraiser. Here is more information about it: The Grateful Heart Gala: One HEART's 4th annual Salt Lake City event is a fundraiser to benefit Tibetan women and babies. It’s Thursday, September 18, 6-9 p.m. at Pierpont Place. The evening includes appetizers, beer and wine, entertainment, and a live and silent auction. (Live Auction items include a trip to Tibet for two.) The event costs $75 per person. LEICI@ONEHEARTTIBET.ORG or tel. 801-596-3317. u — Greta Belanger deJong Greta Belanger deJong is the editor and publisher of CATALYST. GRETA@CATALYSTMAGAZINE.NET.

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Bob and Gwen Springmeyer Democratic delegation is little more tired, but even more enthusiastic from the Monday convention events. “Our delegate bus driver drove through parking lots to get us there on time,” says Susie. She is thrilled with Denver and its people. Gwen and Bob had “crashed” several events Monday; I think it is brave of a prospective governor to admit this behavior. Bob says he was seated just above the Utah floor delegation and could have thrown a paper airplane at them easily. I doubt that anyone would have noticed it.

Convention street culture in Denver After a convention night that featured Senator Kennedy’s live appearance and Michelle Obama’s speech, most people admitted tears during at least one if not both. Bob describes it: “When Caroline Kennedy came out, when Ted Kennedy came out, I was in tears. Michelle did a fabulous job—a lot more heart than I had seen from her before. There was an electricity in the hall.” That was just the first 24 hours. After breakfast, delegates and guests and media break up, some departing quickly for their next event. The events, the caucuses, the receptions, the people of Denver are still thrilling to Susie, but, “you get ‘evented-out’ here,” she says. u Jane Laird is an “Obama Republican,” having the time of her life at the Democratic Convention.

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ou may know Bioneers from syndicated weekly broadcasts or from New Dimensions with Michael Toms, both on KRCL. (The Bioneers mantra: “revolution from the heart of nature.”) I got to know Bioneers around 1998 through CATALYST magazine and listening to New Dimensions while delivering food Sunday nights in Park City to subsidize off-grid living. Bioneers—the organization—inspires, educates and connects people, addressing problems in terms of solutions that provide wellbeing for all in the biosphere.

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wellbeing from the individual to the global community. The annual national conference in San Rafael, California brings together the most innovative and effective leaders, from the grassroots to the canopy, to crosspollinate ideas and share effective strategies for positive change. Beaming Bioneers conferences like the event held at Westminster College link internationally renowned speakers with local topics and experts on the ground, inspiring a potent global-local

Sustainable solutions—incorporating all the best, most successful parts of our thinking, economy, technology and sustainable life— grow organically from the well-tended consciousness. At the roots of Bioneers are communities of committed, caring individuals with the desire to see all things thrive: our own species, the living things that sustain us, the platform for our very existence—Earth. Bioneers—the individuals who live in that spirit—have been cultivating ways of looking, thinking and learning that make them ripe for birthing and putting ideas into action, ideas that create a more sustainable sense of health and

approach towards solving local and regional problems. Inspiration, design and action are key components in the Bioneers way. Bioneers recognizes the framework of interdependence that bring of local, regional, national and global communities to build connections across boundaries of gender, race, culture, class and age. Kenny Ausubel and Nina Simons co-founded Bioneers in 1990. Kenny, who also co-founded Seeds of Change, the national biodiversity organic seed company (with an amazing mail order

catalog), is a noted social entrepreneur, journalist and filmmaker. Nina previously served as president of Seeds of Change and director of strategic marketing for Odwalla. She teaches relational intelligence and produced a retreat for diverse women leaders called UnReasonable Women for the Earth, which was an incubator for CodePink: Women for Peace. Originally the Collective Heritage Institute, Bioneers began with a mission for restoring the earth, conserving biological and cultural diversity and preserving traditional farming practices. Bioneers has blossomed over the last 19 years into a veritable ecosystem of health and wellbeing-oriented solution making, a residence of sustainable co-existence for all the individuals and communities of the biosphere. Interdependence is key. Bioneers thinking and action-taking reminds me of all the best parts of systems thinking and positive chaos theory. Beyond the conference; solutions for today’s problems; a wonderfully supportive, nurturing, sustainable living social network—beyond even another route to social justice and planet caretaking—Bioneers is a process. One feature of systems thinking is it doesn’t just feed today’s people. It offers questions and solution-making for how to fish in tomorrow’s waters: rehabilitating the dead zones at the mouth of the Mississippi and Cheasapeake Bay or restoring sustainable fisheries, for example. Natural processes and patterns go into Bioneers thinking and actions. One result is an openended, ever-evolving system constantly adapting to change and incorporating newly identified needs. Sustainable solutions—incorporating all the best, most successful parts of our thinking, economy, technology and sustainable life— grow organically from the well-tended consciousness. In terms of positivist chaos theory, think of Bioneers as a telemark skier on a ridge with many snow-filled valleys as possible descents, but almost no visibility. There’s no knowing how the chosen valley will fully flesh out, but there’s an idea, based on a chosen consciousness which holds space for the future coming into being. This is hope. Bioneers thinking at its finest represents local, sustainable solutions that synthesize nature’s operating instructions with the needs of the human community. I see the Bioneers approach like this: If we keep open neural pathway development through hope or expectation, without attaching to a static, single “right” solution, we keep the grounds fertile and open for new ideas to come. We keep our natural brain technology open to receive new ideas. Hope and optimism here are not features of naïveté; they are the beginner’s mind that allows new synapses to continue to form, new neural pathways to develop, new systems of assemblage to occur so that innovation, invention and responsible restraint meet the demands and conditions of tomorrow’s world. Bioneers Conference Westminster College runs October 17-19. Satellite broadcasts of the national plenary speakers are interspersed with presentations from our own local experts. Local networking, idea and action exchange occur here in our region, deriving elegant solutions from a local sense of place.

National speakers include David Orr, chair of environmental studies at Oberlin College, who wrote the book on ecological literacy (titled “Ecological Literacy”)—in the 1980s. His work is probably the biggest reason why ecological literacy is being taught the way it is in environmental programs at North American universities today. Janine Benyus, a naturalist who consults with technological designers, authored the book “Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature.” She lifts patterns and processes from nature for use in technological design. Ray Anderson is considered the most successful visionary green business leader in America. Paul Stamets is a mycologist and author of books such as “Mycelium Running: How Mushrooms Can Help Save the World.” He’s been using fungi and mushroom colonies to rehabilitate toxic environments, utilizing their large capacity for absorbing and breaking down toxins. These 2008 plenary speakers were featured in DiCaprio’s documentary, which producer Chuck Castleberry calls “a primer on eco-literacy.” This year’s featured “Young Bioneer” is Erica Fernandez, 18, an activist who has drawn together her California community to successfully challenge the air pollution that causes her asthma and defeat placement of an offshore liquefied natural gas facility. Breakfast and lunch are served all three days, offering additional opportunities to make new acquaintances, informally discuss present and future issues, and exchange best practices. Friday evening features a “share fair” and reception. Local activists and organizations will be on hand to mingle and discuss what’s new, what’s working, and what needs solution-making. Bioneers Conference Westminster College 2008 promises to be perhaps the most inspiring and engaging green, sustainable and local solution event of the year. I’ll leave you with my favorite comments gleaned from a Bioneers video. “You learn something new every minute.” “I couldn’t even sleep last night I was so excited.” “You meet people who are really making a difference in the world and it makes you realize you can do the same.” “You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll get pissed right off, and then you’ll get active.” “If you really want to change the world and stop just talking about it, Bioneers is the place to be.” Or, as CATALYST editor Greta deJong (who has attended the national conference) puts it: “Bioneers is the Burning Man of the Intellect. Eye-opening, outrageous, lifechanging; once you go, you’re committed for life.” See ya there u David M. Hoza is a Bioneers planning volunteer, and has lived a number of years off the grid. SUSTAINABILITY@DIAMONDPOINTCOACHING.COM

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ENVIRONEWS

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Less parking = walkable neighborhoods The Salt Lake City Council did their part for walkable neighborhoods by voting unanimously to pass an ordinance that allows small businesses to offer fewer parking spaces per square foot of business space. The ordinance also encourages pedestrianfriendly development by granting reduced parking requirements to businesses that offer bike racks, baby buggy parking, benches and other pedestrian-oriented amenities. Betsy Burton, owner of the King’s English Bookstore and chair of Local First Utah, wrote a letter of support for the ordinance saying, “Such progressive legislation as this proposal promises to be will have huge positive economic impact on Salt Lake City— impact that will help the city provide the services necessary to all of us.” Salt Lake City Council HTTP://WWW.SLCGOV.COM/COUNCIL/DEFAULT.HTM

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Hatch, Bishop push for oil shale development On August 20, Utah Senator Orrin Hatch and Representative Rob Bishop (UT-1) made an appearance at the Utah Legislature’s Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Interim Committee in order to press state legislators to help fast-track oil shale development by removing federal environmental protections. In his statement, Hatch derided “anti-oil” federal policies, meaning policies that would help wean the U.S. off fossil fuels toward renewable energy and conservation. In contrast to Utah’s enthusiasm to start an oil-shale boom, Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. of Colorado and Governor Dave Freudenthal of Wyoming (the two other states that would be impacted by oil shale development) both support the current federal moratorium on oil-shale leases and advocate a prudent go-slow approach

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in order to better evaluate potential environmental and social impacts of an oilshale boom. Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Interim Committee: WWW.LE.UTAH.GOV/ If you contact your senator or representative to advocate for sensible energy policies, the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance would like to know how it goes. Please e-mail jackie@suwa.org about your experience.

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UDOT plans bicycle improvements The Utah Department of Transportation is seeking input from citizens and local government groups about their priorities for new and upgraded bicycle routes. Public meetings will be held in locations throughout Utah from mid-September to late October 2008. As of this writing , the schedule wasn’t posted yet, but it should be on the Web by now. Schedule of public meetings: www.udot.utah.gov/

“World Without Us” author to speak What would happen to the Earth if humans suddenly vanished? How long would human impacts persist in geologic “deep time”? Alan Weisman, an award-winning journalist, used scientific predictions to write his book “The World Without Us”, which Bill McKibban describes as, “One of the grandest thought experiments of our time.” Alan Weisman. Tuesday, September 30, 2008. 7 pm. Libby Gardner Concert Hall, University of Utah. Tickets $10. 801-581-7100, WWW.KINGSBURYHALL.ORG. Book discussion sponsored by the Utah Museum of Natural History. September 8, 6:30p at the Tracy Aviary. Tel. 801-541-3122. Online discussion at WWW.UMNH.UTAH.EDU/TALK

SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER

The Second Conquest 500 years later, Europeans again hoodwink a gullible indigenous population BY DENNIS HINKAMP ven people who study history are doomed to make the same mistakes because history repeats itself in ways that we don’t expect. Case in point: Most of us are frolicking in North America today because our European ancestors sought a location with cheap real estate, plentiful resources and a gullible indigenous people. Five hundred years later, the loincloths and buffalo herds are gone, but that description pretty much describes the American population right now. The big 1492 land grab foisted on the native populations called Indians by Christopher “Wrong Way” Columbus is happening again to North America’s current tenants. According to most accounts, the American Indians were appalled by our need to own things such as land and water. Well, faster than you can say “speaks with forked tongue,” the new millennium Europeans are buying up North American resources once thought sacred. We’ve come to accept the idea of Toyota plants in Georgia, but did you know the Germans and French have been buying up water in the United States? It’s not the water actually, but the means of distributing that water to households. “In July 2003, the city of Phoenix voted to award American Water Services, a subsidiary of the German water company RWE, a $336-million contract to design, build, and operate a water treatment facility on the shore of Lake Pleasant.” By some accounts, these companies control 15 to 20 percent of the U.S. water. The water itself still belongs to Mother Earth, but unless you want to bring back an SUV full from the nearest lake every time you want to shower, you have to pay the next

wave of European plunderers to get H2O into your house. You think oil is scarce, just try finding some new fresh water. More heinous, and only slightly removed from water, is beer. Those greedy Europeans are now buying up all of our beer. The Belgian company called InBev paid $52 billion to take over Budweiser. Belgium? Talk about a terrorist country hitting us where it hurts. Take away our beer and what do we stand for as a nation? I don’t even know what language they speak. It should be “belch,” but I looked it up and they split their infinitives between German, French and Flemish. Budweiser is such an American icon that it even shows up on my Microsoft spell checker. That $52 billion is a lot of beads and trinkets, but it seems even now we new indigenous people have our price. I imagine them all laughing back at the InBev corporate office in the same way we did when we bought Alaska for two cents an acre. This new wave of greedy Europeans didn’t even go through the hardship of sailing across the ocean, staking claims and traveling the Oregon Trail. They just gradually bought big chunks of America from the comfort of their own country. You think an oil embargo is scary, just imagine the horror of a beer embargo with millions of sober football and NASCAR fans looking into each others’ faces and for the first time realizing how much time and money they have been wasting. u Dennis Hinkamp was born in St. Louis, land of the free and the home of the Budweiser.

September 2008

OUTSIDE THE OFFICE

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Running rivers, hitchhiking the desert & practicing asanas Who is Ralph Becker when he isn’t Mr. Mayor? BY SOPHIA NICHOLAS

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love the edge you get from going through a rapid,” Ralph Becker, the mayor of Salt Lake City, tells me on a recent Saturday, as we enjoy the shady respite of City Creek Canyon. It’s hot and dusty in the sun and the creek is making beckoning sounds from below. The sound is not quite a roaring river rapids, but I can use my imagination. We’re here on a coveted weekend to talk about a different side of Ralph Becker: one beyond the Mr. Rogers parody, behind “Blueprint Man,” and before Mr. Mayor. Turns out, this Ralph Becker dislikes red meat, enjoys a good ice cream cone, refrains from using an alarm clock, and yes, loves to run rivers. “In a rapid, you have to be completely focused and you have to pick a good line. You’ve got to read the river well, and then you have to do it. You have to be able and willing to adapt instantaneously because things may not go the way you expected . . . In a rapid, it’s like taking all of your ability—all of your physical and mental ability, and what you’ve learned over time—and applying it.” It’s the essence of a good metaphor, and Becker knows it. It also just happens to be true.

That quality of untrammeled solitude has allowed him to focus his energy, refine his vision, and maintain a relative equanimity amid all the challenges of a high-powered career. Most of us know that Becker has a stunning list of achievements under his belt: Graduating from the University of Utah with both legal and planning degrees, co-founding his own company, working for Governor Scott Matheson as the Salt Lake City Planning Commissioner, serving as a state legislator and then as minority leader, and now heading up the People’s Republic of Salt Lake as the mayor with the wonky knowl-

edge and diplomatic skills to match his vision for making this a “great American city.” But he also has an equal passion for the outdoors, the wild lands of the western landscapes, and the hours of solitude he has spent enjoying them. He spent summers working for the National Park Service in college, running rivers and exploring red rock canyons. This time in nature ultimately informed his decision to work for the environment. And it’s that same quality of untrammeled solitude that has allowed him to focus his energy, refine his vision, and maintain relative equanimity amid the challenges of a high-powered career. When I first met him today, he was standing at the mouth of City Creek Canyon, holding his gray mountain bike by the seat, looking relaxed in his outdoor clothes and water-filled hip pack. A man comes skating down the hill in cross-country training skis: “Hey Ralph!” he says and they exchange pleasantries: “Going up? I’d go with you, but I think you’d beat me back down!” Becker shakes his head, “I wouldn’t be so sure about that!” Becker’s bike, mind you, is a simple hardtail with no suspension, and as we say goodbye to the skater, Becker secures it to a nearby rack with a thin-cabled combination lock. A few more people recognize him along the trail and he smiles back genuinely. “I’m getting used to that,” he says. As for his bike, I offer to let him use my U-Lock. “No one would want to steal this,” he jokes, “I usually find my bikes at garage sales and ride them to the ground.” And he won’t go near a full-suspension. “I’m afraid I’ll like it too much!” As a kid growing up in the urban area of Washington, D.C., Becker did not have access to the nature and outdoor activities that have defined his life for the three decades he has lived in the West. “I loved doing outdoor sports activities, but my family didn’t go out camping or backpacking or getting on rivers.” Those hobbies, such a part of his life now, he learned on his own and by taking the initiative to be self-sufficient. “I went on an Outward Bound program when I was a senior in high school and that gave me the confidence-level to be able to do anything outdoors and feel comfortable and capable taking care of myself,” Becker says as we sit down on a picnic table next to the creek. “But the shift for me was working in the

Grand Canyon with the Park Service. I started hiking down there and enjoying being in these natural landscapes and smaller community.” It was also the time that he first began rafting: “I learned from doing it. My first river trip was in the Grand Canyon, which was kind of a wild way to start river running . . . but I got completely enamored with it. “Then I remember going back to school [in Philadelphia]. I was hitchhiking back and forth, and I remember getting to St. Louis as the first major urban area and just being, I wouldn’t say completely repulsed, but it was like, ‘What am I doing?’ So really from that point forward, I became focused on moving out here.” Getting outside and living close to the landscapes where he could river raft, backpack for days, and cross-country ski then became “a central part of my life.” Who would have imagined? Becker hitchhiking and camping through the Southwest? But his story is not unlike those of other people who visit Utah to ski or hike, fall in love with the outdoor setting, and move here permanently. He admits to that and also believes the natural magnetism of our area promotes an environmental ethic in our communities. It’s one reason he loves Salt Lake City so much and invariably comes back to what great resources we have. Going into urban planning and law, he says, was one of the best ways he could leverage his skills to protect the places he loves and promote a high quality of life for urban centers. “Integral to having a successful community is to have wild places, which we have in Salt Lake City. And we need to protect and preserve them in order to give people the opportunity to enjoy them. You can’t have a wild place and have, ten feet away, an urban world. You need an area that’s big enough so that when you’re out there, you are away and you can find your piece of solitude. “For me, being able to find solitude in a natural and untrammeled setting, as the Wilderness Act would say, is a critical part of my quality of life, and I think a lot of people are that way. It’s not something that I consciously talk about in my day-to-day world, but when I’m doing stuff in the outdoors with people, it invariably comes up in discussion—just how lucky we are to be able to live in a place like this.” Becker is quick to point out, however, that not everyone gets the same satisfaction from spending time outdoors. He points to the trees and the water and the hummingbird flying above us. “There are some people [for whom nature] is a foreign and uncomfortable place to be. So for people in an urban environment who haven’t been exposed to or developed a skill set to get comfortable in the natural world, this isn’t an ideal environment. And however they get their sense of solitude, strength, spiritual sustenance and willingness or desire to contribute to our community, that’s good by me.” For Becker, however, getting outside was crucial to his well-being, and he learned that early on in his political career. “In the legislature, it was this really intensive 45-day effort and experience for most people. The first couple years I thought I didn’t have time to go out and go skiing on the

weekends, and I just concluded that I needed that. I personally needed that. And so I make a practice, every Sunday if possible, unless I’m traveling somewhere and not able to, I’ll get out and go back-country skiing with friends and do that at least one day a weekend.” Besides the time he spends in nature, Becker is an avid exerciser. He manages not only to hit the gym three days a week for intensive cardio training, but also practices his own style of earlymorning yoga and strength-training. “Yoga just feels good,” he says. “I decided when I got into politics and my days were getting compressed, that I needed to do something that was shorter in duration but still reviving.” He worked with a friend of his who teaches yoga and created his own daily routine.

For Becker, getting outside was crucial to his well-being, and he learned that early on in his political career. Yoga, he says, gives him not only a great physical workout, but the opportunity to get grounded for the day ahead. “I have always needed solitary time,” he says pulling his legs onto the bench. “I used to get a lot more of that, and I’d hike for two or three days at a time alone, as both a way to clear my head and as a time to think about things and let stuff gestate . . . Politics is not conducive [to taking that much time off].” Now his morning regimen provides that necessary opportunity: “I feel like I need that time to get centered and get my head screwed on. I’m not going to try and attribute a lot of spiritual significance to [the yoga] that I do, but it certainly gives me time for contemplation.” Becker doesn’t use an alarm clock, but manages to get six to seven hours of sleep a night. In the morning, he will work on whatever speeches need writing or other tasks that require a “clear

head.” After this, he hops on his bike and pedals in to work. Breakfast, however, often goes by the wayside. “I don’t know that I eat particularly well,” Becker says, somewhat sheepishly. “I’m the kind of person who gets up in the morning and then finds it’s two o’clock in the afternoon and I haven’t eaten. I just don’t pay that much attention, and fortunately for me, I don’t have a body that goes nuts if I don’t eat every two or three hours.” As we start walking again, I ask Becker if he’ll do a yoga pose by the creek for CATALYST. “No,” he declines. “That’s just a little too weird for me!“ I grant him that. He is the mayor, after all. I abandon my dream of seeing him posed in Warrior One amid the soaring cliffs of Salt Lake City for the next Utah: Life Elevated brochure. In any case, we find a better photo-op, one perhaps more naturally suited to his sensibilities. Down to the creek we go, sunlight glinting off the leaves, babbling brook coursing over the rocks. Becker, in river sandals, doesn’t hesitate. He steps right in, moving from one moss-covered rock to the next. Before he turns to pose, I imagine him as a younger version of himself, getting onto the Colorado so many years ago, discovering new treasures and adventures through the Grand Canyon. “There’s just something about being on a river that isn’t equaled in anything else in my outdoor world,” he said. “You’re subject to the river, you’re subject to the river’s pace. It’s ever-changing, it’s ever-moving, and you’re part of this flow . . . I’ve never met a river I didn’t like. You drop all of the mechanized, electronic world behind and it’s just you and the people you’re with, the river you’re on, and the landscapes you’re in.” For someone who built up a whole expanse of experiences in the natural and political worlds to further his early commitment to healthy environments and communities, the challenge of running rivers is a natural metaphor. Becker is someone who knows how to dedicate himself to his work, while still maintaining a commitment to his health. He is someone who adapted to the rigors of politics early on; he sets his morning routine, and gets himself out in nature not only to take on new challenges, but in order to be able to. He learned how to direct the best line through the rapids. Perhaps that’s also what makes Ralph Becker seem so “stable,” so “boring” to a city still catching its breath after the rabble-rousing Rocky Anderson. Ralph, it seems, is a pretty normal guy. One who, granted, also happens to be a highachieving, knowledgeable, diplomatic politician. So even though he won’t risk doing a yoga pose for me, he smiles from his perch on the river rock. I take some pictures, still thinking about the fact that he’s rafted down the Grand Canyon five times. He tells me I need to do it. “Get there! It’s a lifetime experience.” Yes. It seems, all those years ago, on a not-sodistant-river, it really was. u Sophia Nicholas loves running up mountains, flying on the Aikido mat, and helping change the future of Utah energy policy with HEAL-Utah, where she works as the development director.

September 2008

SWAMI BEYONDANANDA

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Where Swami answers your questions, and you will question his answers BY SWAMI BEYONDANANDA Dear Swami: Can a soul split into two or more entities that live simultaneously? What if one dies? Does the other one or two live on independently? Would there be half a soul or a portion of a soul? Or could it be that a soul has no need of limitation or parts? Is this related to traditional questions like: how many angels can dance on the head of a pin? Back to the original soul-searching question, perhaps I am asking about soul size and limits. Do you think souls have them? Gideon High

Dear Gideon, That’s quite a metaphysical question, and since I never metaphysical question I didn’t like, I will try to answer it. Since souls are infinite and know no bounds, you can imagine how confining it can be to squeeze an entire soul into one of those small seats on the physical plane. And what with all the baggage restrictions, it’s a lot easier to spread the weight of heavy karma around. So yes, souls can indeed be split into two. This is called fillet of soul. As to your reference to the other great metaphysical question of how many angels can dance on the head of a pin, I have an answer

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Dear Swami, I think this news about former Presidential candidate John Edwards being unfaithful to his wife – particularly given her delicate health situation – is absolutely tragic. Do you have any higher perspective on this? Daryl B. Heltapay

Dear Daryl, Yes, it is sad. But even sadder is the reality that the entire political system has been unfaithful to the Constitution, and far too many of our elected officials have been cheating on all of us. Even when we catch them in bed with the oil companies and other special interests, they lie to our faces and tell us nothing happened, really, and swear that

Go ahead and be miserable. Whatever makes you happy. Say yes to your negativity, because if you can at least feel positive about your negativity, that’s a start in the right direction. they love us. And so we let ourselves be screwed once again. They make noises like they’re coming with us, but they are faking it. They know only special interests can give them an election. So, what do we do? I thought I’d never ask. Maybe it’s time for we the people to stop enabling this abusive relationship, get ourselves a good lawyer and regain custody of our own country. After everything we’ve put up with so long, we

Dear Swami: People tell me all the time that I’m too negative, and I tell them in no uncertain terms, “I am not!” But lately, I’ve been getting the feeling that maybe I do have a bit of a negative edge, and this might be keeping away some good stuff. On the other hand, I don’t want to seem like some naïve Pollyanna. Is there some way I can still be negative from time to time, yet get positive results? Maybe I can be twice as negative. After all, two negatives make a positive, right? Mae Krong

Dear Mae: It’s true a lot of spiritual teachers are telling us not to be negative, and then there’s that “Just say no to negativity!” campaign those Positively Positive folks have launched. But I say, if you positively must be negative, you might as well enjoy it. Go ahead and be miserable. Whatever makes you happy. Say yes to your negativity, because if you can at least feel positive about your negativity, that’s a start in the right direction. But don’t overdo it. Sure, two negatives make a positive – but do you know what two positives make? Something twice as positive as that one positive you got by doubling your negativity. Hey, do the math. Being positive is a plus that adds to your life, while the negative just takes away. The secret to happiness is simple. All you have to do is subtract the negative and multiply the positive and you’ll be basking in the aftermath. u © Copyright 2008 by Steve Bhaerman. All rights reserved. Swami Beyondananda—and his hilarious books and CDs—can be found online at HTTP://WWW.WAKEUPLAUGHING.COM/

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THE SUSTAINABLE COMMUTE

The Well-Tempered Bicycle Commuter Addressing all your objections to riding to work BY STEVE CHAMBERS

Which Bike is Best? orty years ago, buying a bike was easy. You went to the local sporting goods store to their bicycle section and walked down a couple of rows of gleaming boys’ and girls’ bicycles. Girls’ bikes lacked the horizontal bar so girls in dresses could slide their legs through. Otherwise they were pretty much identical. The biggest technological decision was hand brakes or foot brakes. The only other decisions were color: blue, black, white, red and maybe green.

Today, the choices are numerous. You can commute on a road bike, mountain bike, hybrid, or cruiser. All have pluses and minuses. Road bikes are patterned after racing bikes. Handlebars curve down (called “drops”) for aerodynamics. Frames and components are extremely light, tires are narrow and high pressure, and, with up to 27 gears, bikes are fast and quick. Within the road bike category, there are special types for racing, general riding and long distance touring. They pedal effortlessly, but can be stiff and uncomfortable. They are also fragile. If you plan to do a century ride (100 miles in a single day) or a charity ride, such as the MS 150 or the Tour de Cure, you will eventually want a road bike.

:30 a.m. on a late July weekday. I adjust my daypack containing shirt, pants, tie and other accoutrements of corporate America, step into my bicycle clips and pedal into the twilight. The air is so still I can hear the psst, psst, psst of the neighbors’ sprinklers three houses away. My journey begins around 7200 South and 2100 East. Less than 15 minutes later, I pass what’s left of Cottonwood Mall. At 4500 South, the road slopes upward and I have to pedal to keep up my speed. At 33rd South I hit a red light and take a welcome break. The sun has crept above the mountains and the shadows stretch long across the road. I pedal through Sugar House, turning left at 2100 South. As I pass the gym on my right, I smile at the sweat-bathed exercisers pounding treadmills and stair climbers, panting in the stale air while I zip through the morning. I lean into the right turn onto 600 East, checking my watch. Just under 43 minutes. Right on time. Sixth East is a joy, with eclectic houses and wonderful, alternative landscaping. The elderly Japanese couple is out for their morning walk, and we smile and nod at each other. I ride through Liberty Park with moms jogging behind baby strollers, dog-walkers, runners, and in-line skaters, and then I’m back onto 600 East. Now the road climbs to 100 South, where I make a left turn and coast six blocks to downtown. Another bike commute is over, and, as with every bike commute, today I’m invigorated, ready to begin work. I’ve biked to work for eight years. Not every day, and not all year, but in spring, summer and fall I ride frequently. With gas in the mid-four dollar range, bicycling is an appealing alternative to driving. Anyone considering bike commuting has practical questions. Here are answers to a few FAQs. Won’t I be all sweaty? This is probably the number 1 objection to commuting. The answer is, yes, you will. But, you won’t stay that way. And, you won’t stink (which is what people really mean when they ask this question). There are lots of suggestions for dealing with this, from “find a place to shower” (impractical); to “strip down in the men’s/women’s room and wash off in the sink” (embarrassing); to “use moist towelettes” (really, have you ever tried this?) The best solution is the simplest. Body odor is caused by bac-

Mountain bikes, the ubiquitous symbol of the 1980s, have become more and more tricked out, with front and rear shock absorbers and disc brakes. They’re very tough and forgiving of mistakes. But they’re heavy and not efficient for daily use. Hybrids, also called city bikes or comfort bikes, are a cross between road bikes and mountain bikes. The frames are sturdier than road bikes, but lack shocks and other bells and whistles of mountain bikes. The handle bars are straight so you sit more upright. Their gearing isn’t as extreme as mountain bikes or road bikes. The tires are smooth, not knobby, for easier rolling. Cruisers are retro-bikes. Featuring wide, gullwing handlebars that curve gracefully backward, wide

seats cushioned by springs, fat tires and large frames, cruisers are meant for casual riding. Many lack gears, just like the bike you (or your dad) delivered newspapers on in the 60s. Which bike is best depends on you. Decide what you plan to use your bike for the most before you look. Department store bikes won’t stand up to the pounding of a daily commute, so stay away from bargain basement sales. Talk to the salespeople. Most are avid bikers and knowledgeable. Be honest about what you want to do and what your expectations and limitations are. Some bike shops only sell specific brands, so visit several stores. Take test rides. Ask about extras you might want, such as rear racks, fenders or headlights.

teria that grow normally on skin throughout the day. Bathing destroys them. So begin your commute with a good shower. Apply deodorant. A little unscented baby powder on the torso, shoulders and upper legs helps keep you fresh. Wear clean cycling clothes and carry clean clothes. If you cycle in the same shirt you mowed the lawn in last night, you’re guaranteed to wrinkle a few noses. When you arrive, cool down for 15 minutes before changing into work clothes. Within an hour, you’ll be fresh and cool. I don’t look good in lycra. In other words, I feel foolish in lycra, and with good reason. When you’re more than 10 feet from your bike wearing bike shorts and a jersey, you look silly. Bike clothes are func-

If you cycle in the same shirt you mowed the lawn in last night, you’re guaranteed to wrinkle a few noses. tional. The tight shorts don’t chafe your legs, the high waist and long jersey in back keep your lower back (and other areas) covered. The pockets on the back of the jersey are handy for carrying cell phones. But you don’t have to wear what you don’t like. In fact, maybe you shouldn’t wear lycra. According to Bicycling Magazine, “Only dorks wear spandex . . . when cruising around town.” Get a pair of knickers, wear your favorite (clean) tee shirt—wear whatever you want. How do I carry my clothes? There are only two options here, assuming you can’t work in your cycling clothes: Take clothes to and from work on the days you don’t ride, or carry them on your ride. With the no-wrinkle materials available, most business clothes will survive an hour in a backpack or bike messenger bag. I leave two pairs of shoes, one black, one brown, at the office so I don’t have to carry shoes. What do I do with my bike at work? The best solution is to take your bike to your office. Otherwise, get the biggest lock you can reason-

ably carry and lock your bike, through the frame and front wheel, to a sturdy object on the busiest street you can find. A determined bike thief can break virtually any lock in 30 seconds or less. Locking your bike on a busy sidewalk deters him from trying. Ride a bike a thief doesn’t want. That means, don’t commute on your $5,000 carbon fiber road bike. The route I drive is too busy to bike. That’s probably true, so don’t use it. Find scenic side roads. Before you commute, do some reconnaissance. Drive a few alternate routes, then make a dry run on the weekend. Add time for morning traffic. What if I get a flat tire? Learn to change a tire and carry a spare tube, tools and frame pump. If you can, pick routes near bus routes. When I commute, I’m never more than a couple of blocks from a bus route, so I can walk to a stop and hop a bus if necessary. Use tire liners or puncture-resistant tubes. Hybrid and mountain bikes have thicker tire walls and lower tire pressure so flatting from gravel isn’t as much of a problem as with road bikes that have skinny tires at 100+ psi. I wouldn’t mind commuting in the morning, but riding home in 5:00 traffic and 95 degrees isn’t my idea of fun. Nor mine, so most days I ride to work and take the bus home. Remember, you have a bike, so if a bus route is a couple of miles from your house, that’s not as big a deal as if you walk. My bus stop is a half-mile from home, so I don’t bother to change back into my bike clothes. I change shoes, tuck my pants’ cuffs into my socks to keep them out of the chain, ride two blocks to the bus stop, and at the end pedal home, tie flying in the wind. I can’t use toe clips. Then don’t. Stiff cycling shoes and clips or cages are designed to allow you to pull the pedal up and push down harder, generating power through all phases of the stroke, not just the down stroke. For commuters, the old style flat pedals work just fine. My helmet messes up my hair. Deal with it or don’t ride. Your brain is more important than your ’do. At least it should be. Give bicycle commuting a try. Fall is coming; it’s the perfect time to experiment. u Steve Chambers is an attorney and outdoor enthusiast who has lived in the Salt Lake area for 35 years. He commutes in lycra because it makes him feel fast, though he says he is not, has never been and probably never will be fast.

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practitioner specializing in highrisk pregnancies, was shocked when she began her original health assessment of maternal and infant mortality in Tibet. She heard story after story of women dying during childbirth from bleeding too much. She was determined to alter this heartbreaking reality. Samen first went to Tibet at the request of her spiritual teacher. She was doing volunteer medical work in northern India when she learned that many women in Tibet deliver alone and lack basic information on childbirth. Her teacher asked her to help save these women and children, preserving the future of BY JENNIFER STREET HYVONEN the Tibetan culture. “They are dying,” he said to Samen. “Without our women and children we have no future.” Samen, a conPHOTOS BY ONE H.E.A.R.T. STAFF vert to Buddhism, heard her teacher’s terrible stories and came back to Salt Lake City determined to bring skills and medicines to these mothers. “This is my life’s calling,” she says, “It is what I was meant to do.” Samen’s initial step was to fly to Tibet with several other medical advisors to assess Tibetan birthing practices, beliefs, cultural structure, and environment. “I interviewed dozens and dozens of mothers,” says Samen. “You cannot meet a woman who doesn’t grieve for a lost child. It affects the whole community.” Some women have lost two or three children. “Tibet is priOne H.E.A.R.T.’s Arlene Samen has found her calling. marily rural and impoverished, had a choice: panic or stay calm. I was scared with deeply ingrained traditionals. It has a rich and every instinct said, “Choose panic!” But I cultural and religious history, but no tradition of knew this choice would make my heart beat midwifery or birthing skills. Tibetans, however, do faster and cause the blood to pour out quickhave myriad cultural beliefs and practices surer, giving my midwife, Diana, less time to rounding childbirth. For instance, if a woman work her time-honored skills to save my life. I wears her traditional dress backwards during could hear my new baby boy crying for his mothlabor she may have an easier childbirth. Pregnant er, and my powerless husband trying to comfort women do not carry water because they believe it him. So I did what I had done for years on the may cause the umbilical cord to wrap around the yoga mat: slowed down my heart rate by breathbaby’s neck. ing slow, deep, life-giving breaths. Hopefully, More harmful is the belief that the blood of Diana had enough time. childbirth is polluting to the home, so women quiThe next day, I asked Diana what would have happened if I hadn’t delivered in the hospital. She said, “Ninety-five percent of the time everything goes great. Three percent of the time, there are troubles but they can be fixed. But 2% of deliveries are life-threatening and require emergency intervention.” Worldwide, 500,000 women die giving life each year—mostly from preventable and treatable complications. Hemorrhaging is the most common cause. Tibetan mothers are at particular risk of dying from complications because of their poor nutrition, isolation, lack of transport and very little knowledge of childbirth. One in 33 women die in labor. One in 10 babies do not live beyond their first month. Arlene Samen, a Salt Lake City-based nurse

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The Tibetan belief that the blood of childbirth is polluting to the home caused women to quietly slip outside and deliver alone in fields or barns on dung covered hay.

etly slip outside and deliver alone so as not to bring harm to their families. “I’ve seen women just appear in their kitchen with a new baby strapped to them,” says Samen. “They told no one they were in labor and then resumed their work, holding a nursing baby, without complaint or comment. I have never seen such strength or will.” Infections also claim many lives because birthing takes place in open fields or in barns on dung-covered hay. Umbilical cords are cut with whatever is available, such as used knives or dirty sheep shears. It is impossible to protect babies from the cold in such exposed conditions. Malnutrition is rampant. “We sent samples of the typical Tibetan diet, which consists of yak, yak butter, and tsampa (roasted barley), to a lab in Beijing,” says Samen. “The report confirmed that this diet is devoid of micronutrients, raising rates of anemia and making hemorrhaging more deadly.” Worst of all, Samen found absolutely no resources aimed at education, awareness or birthing training. Villages are isolated and remote, with few roads and little access to electricity, water, heat, or medical facilities. Tractors are the most common means of motorized transportation, making disseminating information even more difficult. On one assessment trip to Lhasa, Samen flew a group of OB-GYN doctors from the University of Utah to tour one of the country’s few birthing hospitals. While there, a laboring mother came in with severe high blood pressure, anemia, and shock. The hospital workers told her they could not help and that she would probably die, so she

In Tibet, these women are alone and have no one. There is nobody to help them separate superstition and tradition from medical fact.” One H.E.A.R.T. works within cultural norms to reduce maternal and newborn deaths, one birth at a time. And the organization’s methods have caught the attention of the Chinese government. China has signed a three-year contract allowing One H.E.A.R.T. to double its efforts and expand. Of course, as with most nonprofits, One H.E.A.R.T. relies on charitable contributions to do its work. An argument that I often hear for not supporting One H.E.A.R.T is that women and children are dying right here in Salt Lake City, so why should we send money and resources to should go home. But the woman had nowhere to go, so the University of Utah doctors were asked to consult. After hours of difficult labor, both baby and mother survived. “I cannot believe she and the baby made it,” remembers Samen. “It was one of the most complicated births I have ever attended, and they made it because she had help.” The end result of Samen’s assessment is the Salt Lake City- and Lhasa-based nonprofit organization, One H.E.A.R.T (Health, Education And Research in Tibet). One H.E.A.R.T. provides training for skilled birth attendants, community outreach to increase home-based

A one H.E.A.R.T. basic birthing kit consists of sterile birthing sheets and gloves, a razor blade, anti-hemorrhaging medication and a warm hat to insulate the baby.

Arlene performs a training to educate birth attendants as part of a community outreach to increase home-based lifesaving skills lifesaving skills, and basic birthing kits consisting of sterile birthing sheets and gloves, a razor blade, antihemorrhaging medication and a warm hat to insulate the baby. What is beautiful about One H.E.A.R.T is its simplicity. One H.E.A.R.T. outreach workers educate Tibetans on essential matters such as how to suck mucus from a baby’s nose. They urge that two people attend the birthing mother—one to go for help if needed and the other to stay with the mother. “We are not teaching advanced medicine,” says Samen. “These are simple, basic skills that can be learned easily and spread quickly. Often, they are the most powerful.” One H.E.A.R.T. also uses culturallysensitive teaching techniques such as incorporating Tibetan terminology in their trainings. For example, rather than explaining bacterial infections, they say the dirty sheep shears have pollution which can be harmful to the baby, so they need to be cleansed before cutting the cord. Ann Down, a One H.E.A.R.T. Board member, says, “In most countries, particularly in the West, there is some organization, some government entity that people can turn to.

save lives halfway around the world? And, I must admit, sometimes I can relate to this way of thinking, especially considering that I work for a local nonprofit whose services also depend on private fundraising. In the end, it all comes down to what you choose to do when life calls. So, again I choose to do what the mat has taught me: to breathe into life. And, we don’t always get to choose where life calls from, whether it be the yoga mat, the delivery room, the streets of Salt Lake City, or the mothers of Tibet. But when it calls, just breathe. u Log onto WWW.ONEHEARTTIBET.ORG to sponsor a birthing kit, medicine bag or training program. Tickets to the September 18 One H.E.A.R.T. Gala may also be purchased online.

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humanity’s true impact on the environment in a wholly original way. “For a long time I’ve sought some fresh, nonthreatening approach to disarm readers’ apprehensions about environmental destruction long enough that they might consider the impacts of unbridled human activity on the rest of nature—and on our own fate,” Weisman explains. “I’ve found that theoretically wiping humans off the face of the earth intrigues rather than frightens people.” Weisman consulted with experts in a wide variety of disciplines to learn how the earth would respond to humankind’s extinction. His field research took him around the globe, including the Korean Demilitarized Zone; the last remnant of primeval European forest on the PolishBelarusian border; national wildlife refuges in Colorado that were formerly nuclear and chemical weapons arsenals; ancient and modern ruins in Turkey and Northern Cyprus; Chernobyl; coral reefs in Micronesia’s Line Islands; and Africa, the Amazon, the Arctic, and Mayan Guatemala. “To understand how a world without people might be requires learning what the world was like before people existed—which turns out to be different on every continent and island,”

“I’ve found that theoretically wiping humans off the face of the earth intrigues rather than frightens people.”

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Alan Weisman has produced, if not a bible, at least a Book of Revelation. —Newsweek lan Weisman’s critically acclaimed “The World Without Us” asks the provocative question: What if the human race simply ceased to exist? How would the rest of nature respond if it were suddenly relieved of the relentless pressures we heap on it? How soon would, or could, the climate return to where it was before we fired up all our engines? Could nature ever obliterate all our traces? Although speculations about the end of the world are typically the domain of science fiction or fantasy, Weisman’s book is a scientific exploration of a world without humans which shows us

Weisman says. “And then, of course, there is the fact that two-thirds of the world is covered with water. What would the seas be like without us? To get everything I needed, I have been privileged to speak to paleontologists, structural engineers, biologists, art conservators, diamond miners, marine biologists, astrophysicists, and even Buddhist monks, to name just a few.” Since its publication in 2007, “The World Without Us” has been an international phenomenon which has been translated into 30 languages to great critical acclaim. Author and environmental activist Bill McKibben described the book as “one of the grandest thought experiments of our time, a tremendous feat of imaginative reporting.” Weisman’s book was named #1 Nonfiction Book of 2007 by both Entertainment Weekly and Time magazine. It spent 16 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller list and was the most popular nonfiction audio book on iTunes last year. Weisman has appeared on television discussing his book on both The Today Show and the Daily Show with Jon Stewart. In considering a world without humans, Weisman not only explores the recovery of wild lands, he also meticulously details the collapse of the manmade world. One of his early chapters chronicles a deteriorating New York City. “Within two days, without pumping, New York’s subway would impassably flood,” Weisman says. “Within

20 years, water-soaked steel columns that support the street above the East Side’s 4-5-6 trains would corrode and buckle. As Lexington Avenue caves in, it becomes a river. In the first few years with no heat, pipes burst all over town, the freeze-thaw cycle moves indoors, and things start to seriously deteriorate. Plugged sewers, deluged tunnels and streets reverting to rivers will conspire to waterlog foundations and destabilize their huge loads, toppling structures. Gradually the asphalt jungle will give way to a real one.” Although many of the locales explored by Weisman are far flung and exotic, his book clearly resonates with Utahns interested in how the human race has impacted our environment. The Wallace Stegner Center on the campus of the University of Utah is sponsoring a reading on September 30 as part of its commitment to the multidisciplinary study of natural resources and environmental law and policy. Robert Keiter, director of the Wallace Stegner Center, sees Weisman’s book as an important work in understanding the human relationship to the natural world. “By asking what the world would look like without people, the book uncovers modern civilization’s impact on the environment and suggests ways we might alter that impact and begin to restore a more durable planet,” he says. People interested in Weisman’s book can prepare for his presentation by participating in the Utah Museum of Natural History (UMNH) book club. Fortuitously, UMNH chose “The World Without Us” as their September selection before the Stegner Center invited Weisman to Utah. “It’s a great opportunity for the community to read and discuss the book together and then have the chance to interact with the author,” says book club moderator Janet Frasier. “The book is in some ways a preposterous thought experiment— taking the human and nature interface to the extreme. But it also challenges the very way that we as humans think about the world, the world around us...it challenges that very phrase, as if the world were organized around humans.” Tim Wagner, director of the Smart Energy Campaign for the Sierra Club’s Utah Chapter says, “‘The World Without Us’ is both visionary and preemptive. It demonstrates the power of the planet and its ecological fragility, while helping the reader to realize that humankind is a significant force in a blip of time. It’s a captivating read, and I can’t wait to hear Weisman in person.” u Tuesday, September 30, 2008, 7:00 p.m. Libby Gardner Concert Hall, University of Utah. Tickets are $10 through the Kingsbury Hall Ticket Office, 801-5817100 or www.kingsburyhall.org. For more information, call 801-585-3440 or visit www.law.utah.edu/stegner Prepare for Weisman’s lecture by joining the UMNH Community Book Discussion on September 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Chase Mill at Tracy Aviary. Information and reservations at www.umnh.utah.edu/bookclub. Can’t attend, but want to hear what the community thinks about Weisman’s audacious thought experiment? Join the Community Book Conversation online at www.umnh.utah.edu/talk.

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Expanding love Mothering two BY KINDRA FEHR

Artist and teacher Kindra Fehr is gracefully mothering two in the Avenues of Salt Lake City.

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ince May 29, when a new love came into my life, my world has changed dramatically. Although I had a hard time imagining ever loving another child as much as I love my daughter, it happened. This new, little blackhaired boy increased the capacity of my heart. I’ve returned to a distant yet familiar state of sleep interrupted not by a hungry baby, by a paranoid need to make sure he’s still breathing. Days and nights blend together; life is about breastfeeding every two or three hours. During these times I’m forced to be still, not such a bad thing. In these moments, I get lost in the beauty of my new baby, staring at the tiny nails on his fingers and toes and the perfection of his little features. I sit—healing from being torn open (literally and figuratively), empowered by my part in the miracle of life. Mothering a newborn and a fouryear-old at the same time is a new experience for me. At times I feel as if I exist simply to fulfill the needs of others. And yet I recognize how short and magical this exhausting time is and how important it is for each of my children to feel loved

and cared for. So between feeding, comforting, and changing diapers, I try to make a conscious point of bonding with Aria. Sometimes it’s simply watching her dance and listening to her latest song or story. I miss my “dates” with her, just the two of us on our own. As time goes on, we’ll be able to schedule that time together again. Also new to me was the beauty and love between a big sister and her newborn baby brother. To listen to her tell him her plans of the adventures they will take together and all the things that she will teach him to do— talk, walk, drink from a cup—brings not only a smile to my face but tears to my eyes. There’s a simple peacefulness about this time, going inward in bliss and joy while walking through a dazed fogginess. There is a certain disconnectedness—aspects of my former life have no congruency or completion. Laundry sits in the dryer for days and the mail remains half-opened in a pile. Every time I start a task like this, I am interrupted by the needs of my children. I give every ounce of my energy, and still I gain. I learn to surrender to what’s before me and not to expect so much from myself. I’ve been presented with an opportunity to practice patience and compassion with my family and myself on a myriad of different levels. These two beautiful children teach me (and test me) daily. I constantly appreciate the truly miraculous opportunity my husband and I have been given by having them come into our lives. Most of all, I’m reminded daily—minute by minute—that love begets love. The more you love, the more you have to give. u

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ast Saturday, a fit but pale woman visited my Millcreek Herbs booth at the downtown farmer’s market. She shared with me that she had recently done a couple of liver cleanses and two gall bladder flushes. She asked if I had any herbal products that I would recommend for such cleanses as if she were considering doing additional ones. A couple of weeks before that, a woman sat in my office and described all the different therapies she had tried to cleanse her liver and gall bladder which included many “muscle-tested” capsules, fasts, drinks, essential oils, trips to the chi-

ropractor and now a particular diet designed for her blood type. She complained of a continued sense of unease and slight discomfort in that part of her body in spite of her efforts to adhere to strict guidelines for all the therapies she had tried.

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When is a restorative in order? • You have just finished a liver cleanse that probably stimulated the liver and colon in order to eliminate waste. Some herbs to consider using as restoratives are turmeric to protect and support the liver, along with dandelion leaf as a liver tonic. Marshmallow to sooth and flax meal to nourish the colon would be nice additions, as well as a broadspectrum probiotic to restore healthy colon flora. • You have trained for and run a marathon. Once complete, teas of herbs high in nutrients would be beneficial to restore the body’s balance of minerals. Nettle, alfalfa, and even horsetail (which is high in silica, the building block for all connective tissue) would be useful. The

same combination would work well after participating in a sweat lodge. • After a shock such as a family member being seriously injured which requires you to spend a week at the hospital bedside, it would be a good idea to use herbs to ease stress, nourish the nervous system and help you to sleep. Oat straw combined with chamomile and lemon balm would relieve stress. Hops, valerian, passionflower and lavender would promote relaxation for better quality rest. Hawthorne is a wonderful heart tonic. Essential oils and the subtle energies of flower essences would be useful too. These combinations would be helpful in grief situations as well. • After a wretched cold, mullein leaf and and osha root are useful to tonify and moisten the lungs. Echinacea and cleavers support the immune and lymph system. Yerba mansa and goldenseal tonify sinuses and mucous membranes. A cancer patient visited me and asked if I could offer any herbs to help him feel better. He had been through a difficult treatment period and now felt exhausted. Nothing in his body seemed to work like it used to. His digestion was off, it hurt to swallow and his mind was sluggish.

He looked pale and spent. What herbs did I have to help him? Lots! I think restoratives can be most beneficial for cancer patients. Although some herbs can interfere with the effectiveness of cancer treatment, once the grueling ordeal of chemo, radiation and pharmaceuticals has ceased, the patient is often depleted in every way. Serious complications in the digestive tract, skin and other body systems often occur. I think it is reasonable to consider using herbs to heal and mend injured tissues. Herbs could even help ease the psyche from lingering worry and anxiety and improve a person’s energy level. Before using any herb, a person should be aware of the scope of potential action in the body to be sure it will have the desired effect. Herbs often stimulate organs to heal, which in some cases is a good idea. Other times, we should allow for gentle, nourishing and tonifying effects of herbs to restore normal function. u Merry Lycett Harrison is a clinical herbalist, teacher, author and wild guide and a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. To get your free HERB TIP OF THE WEEK, sign up at WWW.MILLCREEKHERBS.COM or visit the Millcreek Herbs booth at the Downtown Farmer’s Market.

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Café Shambala In between classes, head over to the Avenues for a quick bite of Tibetan-inspired food for cheap. Family-run Shambala offers a generoussized lunch buffet for $8 that includes such goodies as the lentil soup, veggie mo-mo’s and beef chow-mein. Everything is MSG-free, so your body will thank you. Admire the pictures of this country decorating the walls and learn what the symbolism of the Tibetan flag means while you eat. It’s also a great place to pick up a South Asian shirt, a Tibetan music CD and some unique imported jewelry for a great price. Café Shambala: 382 4th Ave. Open Mon-Sat for lunch 11am-3pm, dinner 4:30-10pm

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Fendall’s Ice Cream An ice cream break in the middle of the day? Why not? Take TRAX to the Trolley stop, walk down 700 East to 470 South, go behind the pizza

place and you’ll find Fendall’s ice cream store. This is one of the oldest ice cream makers in town. They’ve been churning out the stuff since 1910. Eleven years ago moved their streetfront parlor to the back of the building where they now concentrate on wholesale ice cream distribution. But you can still pop in during business hours and buy ice cream for $2.63 a pint—that’s cheaper than a single-scoop cone anywhere else. Flavors are unique and authentic, like the creamy English Toffee and zingy mint-cookie Grasshopper. Come Thanksgiving you can even surprise the family with a gallon of Cranberry Sherbet. They also do amazing gelatos. Fendall’s Ice Cream, 470 South 700 East. Open Mon-Sat 9am-6pm.

This is the Place to Buy Utah Gifts

Utah Artist Hands To find a stunning collection of local Utah art, photography, pottery, jewelry and small gifts not found anywhere outside one of southern Utah’s tourist towns, come to this charming shop in downtown Salt Lake City. You can pick up beauti-

Despite its small size, this store can do it all for you. It has everything from recycled paper notebooks to eco-friendly pencils, paraben-free shampoo to organic cotton reusable tea bags. You can even stainless steel scissors welded to 70 percent recycled plastic handles and green cleaning supplies that won’t harm your skin and lungs. It’s also one of the best places to find bamboo dishes, vegan shoes and feminine care. Before going to a big chain store, check this place out; you’ll probably find what you need or Thom, the owner, will often order it for you. Earth Goods General Store: 1249 South 900 East. Open M-Sat 10 am-7 pm.

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Wasatch Crest Ridge With mountains so close, it’s easy to forget to get up there and use them! If you don’t already own a mountain bike, borrow one from a friend, or rent one from the U’s Outdoor Recreation program and get yourself on the Wasatch Crest Ridge. This stretch is part of the Great Western Trail, which runs from Mexico to Canada for 3,000 miles, and the Utah portions are stunning. You can start at the top of Millcreek Canyon’s Big Water Trail and make your way through the lush trees to the top of Millcreek. You’ll see The Canyons resort below and from the head of the basin, you’ll ride along the 10,000 foot ridge over cirques and eye-level with craggy peaks until you come to the end of Big Cottonwood Canyon. This trail provides any number of riding challenges, but you’ll want to take some breathers to admire the scenery and revel in that on-top-of-the-world feeling. This route can also be great for backpacking. Spend the night by Lake Desolation (keeping the required 200 foot distance) and climb up to the ridge for a sunrise you will not soon forget. u Sophia Nicholas writes, works and dreams under Utah stars.

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Caffé Ibis 52 Federal Ave. Logan. 435-753-4777. WWW.CAFFEIBIS.COM. Caffé Ibis, open 7 days a week, is a 30-year-old award winning “Green Business” in historic downtown Logan. We feature triple certified coffees (organic, fair trade, shadegrown), along with teas and fine chocolates at our espresso bar. The WiFi equipped gallery/deli serves organic ethnic cuisine for breakfast and lunch. $, CC, V, TO.

Himalayan Kitchen 73 E. 400 S. 328-2077. The best choice for Himalayan food downtown. Featuring a new, fresh lunch buffet daily as well as a fine, innovative menu with Nepali, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. Selections include momos, goat curry, a variety of lamb and seafood dishes, chicken tikka, chicken tandoori and vegetarian dishes including curry. Hours: Lunch: Mon-Sat 11:30a-2:30p. Dinner: 5-10p. $-$$, CC, V, W/B, P, TO, CAT.

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Cucina Deli 1026 Second Ave. 322-3055. Located in the historic Avenues, Cucina offers a full menu of freshly made sandwiches, gourmet salads, specialty entrées and desserts. Daily specials include parmesan chicken, lasagna, and poached salmon. Enjoy the European atmosphere inside or relax under the umbrellas on the patio. Mon-Fri 7a-9p; Sat 8a-9p; Sun 8a-5p. $$, CC, V, P, TO, CAT.

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The Return of David Lee

As he prepares for his first Utah reading in over a year, the state’s former poet laureate discusses his return to writing narrative poetry after a long break, identifies some of his favorite poets and writers, and reveals that he hates the very idea of septuagenarians performing karaoke versions of ’70s soft-rock classics. BY BARRY SCHOLL well-deserved fame and fortune, lovingly chronicling the travails, foibles and fragile victories of certain rural citizens in an environment that looked more than a little bit like southwest Utah, where Lee lived and taught English for more than three decades. But following George W. Bush’s election in 2000, Lee’s work took a hard turn away from the tropes his audience had come to know and love-gone were the pigs, the café, the knowing depiction of rural life. In their place was an edgy but still reflective voice that seethed with rage and disbelief at what we humans are doing to one another and our environment. The works were powerful and moving, marked by an almost evangelical conviction of purpose, but they were probably not what his audience had come to expect from the avuncular, silverhaired poet. With the end of the Bush era in sight, Lee seems far happier per-

So can fans look forward to a reappearance by the redoubtable Wayburn Pig? Lee isn’t saying, but he is promising a few surprises on October 11 at Westminster College.

ave Lee is angry, though not for the reasons one might expect. As he prepares for an October 11 reading at Westminster College in a fundraiser for the Entrada Institute, the former Utah Poet Laureate is being assailed with the strains of senior-citizen karaoke from the clubhouse at the Oregon RV Park where he and his wife, Jan, spend their summers. “I’m tired, desperately need a beer, and am sick of hearing a 75-year-old man try and sing Neil Diamond songs. I think situations like this is why we invent words like scumsuck or shitload,” he confesses, with equal parts exasperation and brio. Lee, of course, is the poet and performer who gained considerable renown and notoriety, if not

sonally. He’s reading a lot, going back to favorite poets Bill Kloefkorn, Eleanor Wilner, Leslie Norris, and Lance Larsen, Gailmarie Pahmeier, Arlitia Jones and Diane Gilliam Fisher; fiction writers Robert Boswell, Cormac McCarthy, T.R. Pearson, and Rob Van Wagoner; and nonfiction authors Craig Childs, Lewis Thomas and the late Ellen Meloy. He also confesses that he has returned to writing narrative poems, some of which he will debut

in Salt Lake City, for the first time since 2000. So can fans look forward to a reappearance by the redoubtable Wayburn Pig? Lee isn’t saying, but he is promising a few surprises on October 11 at Westminster College—and presumably no karaoke renditions of “Crackln’ Rosie.” Q: You left Utah in 2003. What have you been doing since? A: Prior to retiring we put our house up for sale, got a buyer and bought the archetypal fifth wheel R.V. and proverbial pretty good pickup, then we hit the road. For the first three years we traveled pretty much non-stop from Mazatlan to Alaska, Florida to Washington and points between. Two years ago we bought our huge 3-acre ranch outside Bandera, Texas, in the beautiful hill country. That is our winter digs and we have a summer leased lot in Oregon where our R.V. is parked. I’ve spent a lot of time reading, especially nonfiction, and I’ve pretty much written my tiny brains out. I completed Stone Wind Water, a manuscript of elegiac landscape meditations for Ken Brewer, Leslie Norris and Ellen Meloy, then I started on another project, a return to the narrative mode after my big brother Bill Kloefkorn played his trump card and demanded that he and I do another book together. After muddling for months, last December it was very much as if I pulled the cork out of the bottle and the genie came out roaring, wondering where the hell I’d been and to sit, pardon, set down and shut up, she had a lot to catch me up on. It was my Navajo winter, a time of stories from the past. I finished my half of the book with Kloefkorn (taken by Logan House and titled A House Made of Time), then just kept right on scribbling; Wood Works Press accepted a triptych chapbook manuscript, Texas Wild Flowers, and I’m working on putting together a full-length manuscript that I’ll think about sending out next year or the year after, the iron clad tentative title is Living Without It. Q. What role does politics play in your art? I ask because, until recently, you weren’t considered a particularly political poet. The Bush years have been a very different and difficult experience for me. The narrative mode pretty much dried up, as did any sense of humor in my writing. Who can think of humor in the face of our present standing in the world, our economic straits, our loss of personal freedoms,

and father. Those years pushed me to the boundaries of my energy level and I ended that period very burned out and physically weak. My retirement was a godsend and perhaps even a lifesaver. So, the period between then and now has been a time of assessment and reassessment. Because I also had to deal with the deaths of three of my closest, dearest literary friends (and the adjective is actually not necessary at all), it was a period of pain and introspection. My sense of personal

addendum I should mention that something I really came to love happened with these poems: often other writers came and told me how they reacted to what I was seeing. They would give me a line, or sometimes lines, of their work to use as epigrams for my poems, and in that light the poems became dialogues between those authors and me.

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Q: Where do you find inspiration for your art? I don’t think I find inspiration for my art. It finds me. I see myself only as a receptacle, a vehicle the poems pass through. When I’m writing the narrative poems, the characters come to me and sometimes whisper, sometimes scream their stories. I listen to them and when they’re finished, try to write an honest version of the story they told to me. Very little of what I write is premeditated; more often, it is something given. The same happened while writing the lyric landscape meditations: I walked a lot, thought a lot, probably felt sorry for myself a lot, read a lot, but rarely during that time did I come up with poems. But in sleep the poems came to me. Sometimes the images told me their tales; sometimes I saw, felt, heard the images and the Voice assembled the perceptions into direction. In that light, I really can’t take much credit for what happens or how it happens. As an

Q: Finally, what do you think is the greatest public misconception about you? That I’m famous. I want to go on record as saying I’ve never ever never felt famous in any way whatsoever and besides that I think the term Famous Poet is the second best oxymoron ever created. (If you responded by asking what’s the first, it’s obvious: financially independent child.) Barry Scholl is a Salt Lake City attorney and former magazine editor. He spent three years as a CATALYST staffer. David Lee will appear Saturday, October 11 at the Gore School of Business on the campus of Westminster College of Salt Lake City in a fundraiser for the Entrada Institute. Advance tickets can be purchased online (WWW.ENTRADAINSTITUTE.ORG). For more information, call 435-425-2118.

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Q: What did you learn about art, or about yourself, during the era when you were taking a break from narrative poems? The eight years away from narrative work were an introspective and self-defining period of my life. The six years prior to my retirement were perhaps the most rewarding years of my life, but they were also the hardest period. I was Utah Poet Laureate for those six years and I was also a fulltime professor of English and chair of the largest department at Southern Utah University; at the same time I was attempting to maintain my role as a fulltime member of my family and do a decent job as husband

grounding was intensified, as was my theological view of animism and polytheism. All that took me in directions I had never particularly anticipated—but it also gave me an alternate sense of approach and direction as I returned to the narrative mode.

Q: How do you think your work has changed since you left Utah? I think my narrative work has softened. The language is not so harsh, invective is not so prominent, there are fewer streaks of blue language. I won’t attempt to assess the poems that came; they, frankly, may not be worth spit or beans, but I had a great lot of fun writing them. It was like going to a reunion with old, dear friends. This book, or actually these books, are set in Texas. They have some of my Utah characters in them, but they now live in Tejas, drink Lone Star beer and eat greasy food, and they are not a bit intimidated by the act of living and they don’t apologize for what they say or do. The book begins with the great dust bowl drought of the late ’40s and runs through the early ’60s, which is to say, my earliest memories through the time I first left my birth state.

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Iraq, and intellectual malaise, compounded by the fact that for some reason I cannot comprehend, 27% of the people in the U.S. of Bush think our president is doing an acceptable job in his position? On the other hand, I turned to the lyrical mode eight years ago because I wanted to work out my own theological/philosophical/environmental beliefs, and I thought the best way to map the process would be through writing. I wanted to try and figure out who I am, what I believe (and don’t believe), and how I want to face the inevitability of old age and death—and what I want to leave as my spiritual credo. I wanted to do something new, something different. I also wanted to write a book that would lovingly be my farewell of sorts gift to the state that has been my home for over half of my life, and I wanted to pay homage to the place that molded my adult mindset and philosophical ethic. I also returned to the narrative mode because some of my closest and dearest friends (including my wife and mother) asked me to consider a return to that form. Also, seeing that I am a person who very much believes in the muse, when she came back and demanded that I listen to her, I had no choice but to hang on to the skirt of the whirlwind or be blown away by it.

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CALENDAR BY ADRIANE ANDERSEN

Emptiness is Form, Emptiness is not other than form, Form is not other than emptiness.” Join us as Ken McLeod leads an experiential journey into the mysteries of the Heart Sutra and its central teaching: anything is possible. Kanzeon Zen Center, 1274 E. South Temple. $75 for Zen Center members, $90 for non-members. 328-8414. WWW.KANZEONZENCENTER.ORG

Pagan Pride 2008 Sept. 13, 10a4p. Join us for a day in the park to celebrate your Pagan Pride, held in Murray Park at Pavilions 1, 2 and 3. Everyone is invited to attend the opening ceremony, an afternoon ritual, sit in on a Mother Goose storytelling circle, and participate in art projects, all the while enjoying live concerts and great Pagan music. But that’s not all! In workshops you can learn and explore different walks of Pagan life, and there will be an Interactive Deity Altar where you may honor various deities. WWW.SALTLAKEPPD.ORG

“Who We Are?” An Evening of Choreography by Stephen Koester Sept. 4, 7:30-9:10p. When philosophy, self-help books,

The 2008 Avenues Street Fair Sept. 6, 9a-6p. Go ahead, let the yard work wait a week.

tea leaves and religion fall short, the question “Who we are?” must be answered with dance. One of Utah’s best, Stephen Koester is known for his choreographic athleticism, dynamics, innovation and sensitivity. His work appears in the repertories of several dance companies, notably the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company and Pittsburgh Dance Alloy. In 2004, he won the Repertory Dance Theatre’s Sense of Place Choreographic Competition. Now experience his prowess yourself. With the return of his popular dance

“This Ain’t No Tango” and a personal performance by Koester himself, prepare to be moved. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 S. 355-ARTS

“Anything’s Possible”: A Daylong Exploration of the Heart Sutra with Ken McLeod Sept. 6, All Day. You know it in your heart of hearts, so come hear validation of your sneaky suspicion that anything is possible. The most famous of all Buddhist

scriptures, the Heart Sutra, has inspired and puzzled countless generations of practitioners. It contains the eternally enigmatic gem: “Form is Emptiness,

Grab your summer hat and sunglasses and come play the day away at the 2008 Avenues Street Fair. Two stages for live entertainment, over 200 booths with goods by local artisans (bring your tote bag), food, a children’s parade in the morning, a “People’s Art Gallery” which features submitted work from local contributors of all ages, and much more! 3rd Avenue, between I and N streets.

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Salt Lake City Proving Ground Concert Sept. 13, 8-9:30p. Everyday life not provocative enough for ya? Haven’t had your views and perspective challenged in a while? Salt Lake’s most cutting-edge contemporary performance showcase is back with several world and Utah premieres presented by the Dance Theatre Coalition. Surround yourself with dance, film, theatre, music, opera, performance art and new genre works of every category. And as their website says, “This is not a show where you come to see the ’safe stuff.’” Additional shows on Sept. 14 at 2 pm & 8 pm. Tickets at ArtTix or call 355-ARTS. For more information visit WWW.DANCETHEATRECOALITION.ORG. Rose Wagner Black Box Theater, 138 West 300 South. FREE. Visit WWW.SLC-AVENUES.ORG for more information.

YWCA’s 20th Annual LeaderLuncheon Sept. 19, 11:30a-2p. The YWCA of Salt Lake City is pleased to announce the 20th annual celebration of women in our community.

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This year’s keynote speaker is Liz Murray, who will share her story of her triumphs over adversity and the importance of dreaming big. Her story is featured in the Lifetime movie, “From Homeless to Harvard.” Tickets are $60, $50 for members. The Grand America Hotel, 555 South Main Street. WWW.YWCA.COM

Sept 26, 7:30-9:30p. It’s like a good roasting, but without the subject of the roast present. Talk show host Dennis Miller is coming to town as the headliner for homecoming week to set the record straight with his hilarious brand of right-wing ranting. He fights the pompous and flays the ridiculous and is loved (and hated) for his cut-through-the-bull Miller-isms on politics and current events, for example: “Washington, DC, is to lying what Wisconsin is to cheese.” He breaks the iciest political discussions with his sledgehammer candor and his signature dry wit as a Saturday Night Live comedian. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Circle. WWW.KINGTIX.COM. 581-7100.

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thrilling when a fancy out-of-town dance group comes through town, but even so it’s kind of a one-night-stand. A long-term committed relationship will have surely have its ups and downs, but in the long run, it has far more to offer.

The 2008-2009 season schedules are out and there is a lot to choose from.

BY AMY BRUNVAND ou shop at the Farmer’s Market to get local tomatoes; at the local bookshop to support local literature, but are you buying your culture locally? In August I went to a summer forum lecture at the First Unitarian Church to hear Melia Tourangeau, the new president and CEO of the Utah Symphony & Utah Opera, give a talk on “Enriching Communities: The Example of Utah Symphony/Utah Opera.” Tourangeau came to Salt Lake City from Grand Rapids, Michigan, last January, and she said that one big difference between there and here is that in Salt Lake City, the musicians are not just in town for the show. They are full-time symphony employees with deep roots in the community. She said that makes a big difference because the artists don’t just do their thing and then go away. They also teach lessons, perform at schools, and eventually develop a deep, longterm relationship with their audience. “If you go see a big national act down at the E-center,” she said, “that money flies right out of state. But when you patronize local arts events, the money stays in the community and it enriches the community.” If you look up “Performing Arts” in the Local First Utah business directory, you will find a list of 25 local performing arts companies ranging from Another Language Performing Arts

Company (if you haven’t yet seen one of their amazing multi-media Interplay performances, you should) to the Wasatch Arts Center School of Music and Dance (their website has photos of adorable child ballerinas)—and the list isn’t anywhere near complete. (If you are feeling especially creative, there are clear opportunities for people to start new performing arts companies that begin with X, Y or Z). Another point Tourangeau stressed was that season ticket subscribers are the keystone that holds up a non-profit performing arts company. She explained that even though funding sources like private grants, public money from Zoo, Arts and Parks (ZAP) and such are indispensable, season subscribers are the people who trust that even if the company tries something new and different once in a while it will at still be at least interesting. They are the ones who talk about performances and lure their friends and acquaintances to buy tickets. From a purely pragmatic perspective, performing arts organizations love subscribers because they are easy to contact with new information and they are far more likely to contribute to fundraisers and special events. Tourangeau was talking about something I’ve thought for a long time without putting it into words. Yes, it can be

Season ticket subscribers are the keystone that holds up a non-profit performing arts company.

Repertory Dance Theatre launches their season this September with an evening of choreography by University of Utah modern dance professor Stephen Koester: “Dance Koester Dance: Who We Are? Incidentally, Koester was the 2007 winner of RDT’s Charette Iron Choreographer contest in which choreographers get one hour, some dancers and a secret ingredient to make a dance and perform it on stage. The contest is tongue-in-cheek, but it is also a terrific introduction to how modern dance “works” and a chance to see some of Utah’s best local talent in action. Charette is scheduled for March 7, 2009. Nobody could be more embedded in the local dance community than Shirley Ririe and Joan Woodbury who co-founded the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company in 1964. This year the company has a new artistic director; Charlotte BoyeChristensen, who was named associate artistic director in 2002, has been appointed to the job. She has been in Salt Lake City long enough now so that we are truly getting to know her and her work. The Interiors program in December will showcase Boye-Christensen’s dances, and RirieWoodbury is also continuing its astonishing project to recreate the dances of Alwin Nikolais. “Tower,” first performed in 1965, is nearly as old as the company itself, and it is definitely worth seeing this month. If you’d like to introduce some kids to culture, don’t miss Nikolais’ “The Crystal and the Sphere” this January. My daughter has been begging to see it again since she saw it last year. (I tried to explain that live theatre doesn’t work quite like movies.) If you want to see local ballet talent, in May 2009 Ballet West will do its Innovations program, which features original works created by Ballet West dancers for Ballet West dancers. They are also doing two story ballets: “The Tempest” (based on Shakespeare’s play) and “Madame Butterfly” (based on Puccini’s opera). Utah Opera is doing “Madame Butterfly,” too, and I plan to see both versions since I’m always intrigued by the different textures that occur when you transform the same story into a different medium. These are just the big companies. Salt Lake City also has an astounding variety of smaller companies and college and university performance groups. So pick something that sounds interesting and try a single ticket. Maybe, just maybe, it will be the gateway drug to a happy lifetime as a season subscriber. u Amy Brunvand is a dance enthusiast and U of U Marriott librarian. Local First Utah: WWW.LOCALFIRST.ORG Ballet West: WWW.BALLETWEST.ORG Repertory Dance Theatre: WWW.RDTUTAH.ORG Ririe-Woodbury: WWW.RIRIEWOODBURY.COM Utah Symphony and Opera: WWW.UTAHSYMPHONY.ORG

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Utah to Utah Sept. 27, 7-9p. Join local radicals and song makers in paying tribute to Utah Phillips at the U of U Fine Arts Auditorium. Bruce Phillips, AKA Utah Phillips, AKA Bow Tie, who died in May, was a legend in the local music community. He was a master song maker and storyteller, riding

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She will continue to teach Metaphors of the Body with Jen Tarchin, with the next intensive being September 20-28. Colleen: 259-8577, Nicole: 755-3083.

Millcreek Wellness gets better & better MillCreek Wellness Center, under the direction of Dr. Michael Cerami, D.C., now has two more resources for holistic health.

Craig Schloneger (center), chief executive officer of Ten Thousand Villages U.S., is presented an official proclamation by Alex F. Brigham, executive director of the Ethisphere Institute (left), and Stephen R. Martin, editor-inchief, Ethisphere Magazine.

Ten Thousand Villages named one of the world’s most ethical companies Ten Thousand Villages has been recognized as one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by the Ethisphere Institute and Forbes Magazine. Researchers and analysts with the institute reviewed more than 10,000 of the world’s leading companies on six continents in a rigorous, multistep evaluation process. Among Ten Thousand Villages’ peers recognized in the class of retail operations were IKEA, Stoneyfield Farm, Target, Kellogg Company, Google and Trader Joe’s. Ten Thousand Villages offers handmade gifts, jewelry, home decor and personal accessories made by artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. One of the world’s largest fair trade organizations and a founding member of the International Fair Trade Association (IFAT), the company strives to improve the livelihood of tens of thousands of disadvantaged artisans in 36 countries. Product sales help pay for food, education, health care and housing for artisans who would otherwise be under- or unemployed.

Two new practitioners join Full Circle Center Now working in Lucia Gardner’s office at the Full Circle Center are Colleen Jensen and Nicole Staser. Colleen combines intuitive ability with specialized bioenergy technology to offer aura readings, aura and chakra clearing, body balance and belief repatterning. She brings years of education and experience with herbology, flower

essences, color therapy and essential oils into her healing practice with individuals to create harmony, balance and wholeness for mind, body and spirit. Nicole is a massage therapist and has a degree in psychology from Naropa Institute. She combines plant spirit medicine, shamanic journeying, bodywork and spiritual counseling in her healing practice. Lucia is ending her bodywork practice due to a back injury.

Harmons’ Grocery Store at Bangerter Crossing recently took steps to earn a “certified organic” designation from the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food for its artisan bread bakery, produce department and part of its meat department. In preparation for certification, each participating department has tracked every product’s roots to verify certification. For example, Harmons’ bakers are tracking every ingredient in the organic artisan bread including flour, cheeses, nuts, olives, raisins, to verify that it’s organic. 125 W 13800 S., Draper, UT 84020. Tel. 617-0111.

Exhale Pilates Center Julie Carrando recently opened Exhale Pilates Center, located within Millcreek Wellness. She offers classical Pilates instruction tailored to each individual body’s needs, and specializes in private and semi-private lessons. Julie holds both a BFA in Dance Performance/ Choreography and an MA in Dance Education from SUNY Brockport, and is a classically trained Pilates Instructor. WWW.EXHALEPILATESCENTER.COM,

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2008 Green Homes Tour canceled, Solar Tour on track Unfortunately, the Green Homes Tour has been canceled this year, but the Utah

Solar Tour is right on schedule, and plenty of fun! It’s a unique opportunity to see, up-close and personal, leading-edge solar and renewable energy applications in homes and businesses throughout Utah. It’s a self-guided tour so you can pick your favorites from the 30 tour sites available, ask questions of experts and join presentations on the latest trends in energy efficiency. And like the sun, the tour is free! The Northern Utah tour is on September 13 and the Southern Utah Tour is September 27. WWW.UTSOLAR.ORG,

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Kula celebrates oneyear anniversary Kula Yoga Studio is celebrating their first anniversary throughout the month of September with a variety of specials and events (see website for details). Also, all month long they will be accepting food donations for local food banks, as well as holding a potluck at 4:30pm on the 20th. Artist

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Centered City Yoga Starting September 11, CCY will hold classes at Millcreek Wellness (in addition to their 9th & 9th location). CCY was established in 2002 by D’ana Baptiste and offers scores of yoga classes in many different styles. They will offer free classes during the week of September 13-20. Check out their website for more details. www.centeredcityyoga.com, 521-YOGA. Millcreek Wellness Center is located at 1550 E 3300 S. WWW.MILLCREEKWELLNESS.COM.

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Green Building Center now in Park City The GBC has recently opened a new store in Park City. They are offering the same quality green-oriented building supplies and products as in the Salt Lake store. WWW.GREENBUILDINGCENTER.NET, 435-649-8262, 1105 Iron Horse Drive, Park City, UT.

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She will continue to teach Metaphors of the Body with Jen Tarchin, with the next intensive being September 20-28. Colleen: 259-8577, Nicole: 755-3083.

Millcreek Wellness gets better & better MillCreek Wellness Center, under the direction of Dr. Michael Cerami, D.C., now has two more resources for holistic health.

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Marjorie Brown’s artwork will be on display and on sale, too, with a portion of the proceeds going toward the Burma fund. Kula is Salt Lake’s first totally green yoga studio (from the eucalyptus flooring to the super-efficient windows), and they also offer a 10% discount for going green: Clients can get their Kula “Green Card” punched when they walk, take TRAX, ride a bike or skateboard to class. After 10 punches, the next class pass is 10% off. WWW.KULASTUDIO.COM, 521-5852, 832 E 400 S.

Tea Grotto owner knows tea—and has the paper to prove it Rebecca Sheeran from the Tea Grotto in Salt Lake City was among the first group of 15 tea professionals to recently complete the Specialty Tea Institute’s Level Three Tea Certification Program—a series of foundation and advanced courses requiring a total of 80-100 hours of class and study time. WWW.TEA-GROTTO.COM,

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“Salt Lake City— Everybody Eats” still accepting participants for World Food Day One World Everybody Eats, Squatters Brew Pub, Millcreek Coffee, and the Mayor’s Office are joining forces to launch “Salt Lake City— Everybody Eats” on World Food Day, October 16. Participating venues will create a “special” of the day to be offered in small, medium, or large portion sizes and priced by the customer. The hope of this initiative is to draw awareness to food security issues. A percentage of the money collected from the specials served will go to local charities that provide service in this area. Organizers are still looking for more restaurants and food vendors to participate. Contact Denise Cerreta, 953-9953.

Confluence writing contest Confluence: A Celebration of Reading and Writing in Moab, Utah is hosting its first

years) in the Creative Learning Center, an integrated arts, multi-intelligence, emotional, social and aesthetic literacy curriculum. The school develops children’s innate creative potential through the integrated arts, providing an effective complement to traditional academic systems. In addition, every full moon, Life Arts affiliate Spirit Dancing in the Body sponsors Family Dance Together—a multi-cultural, multi-generational experience with rites, music, fire ceremony, food and play. Children attend free with a registered adult ($30).

Meet the Capuccino Maestri of Bevalo New, locally owned Bevalo (“Beverage art lounge”) specializes in organic coffee, tea and treats. Come in to meet Jon Stovall and Andrea Maize whose goal is providing the premier coffee shop experience, from precise water temperature in their drinks to perfect scones, and a friendly smile. 123 E 200 S, M-Th 8-7, Fri-Sat 8-10, Sun 8-2. online writing contest. The 2008 theme for Confluence is the writing of Edward Abbey. Confluence hopes to encourage and promote writing in a style that evokes the spirit and emotion that Edward Abbey was famous for: a story, fiction or non-fiction, that creates a desire to get off the couch and get outside—an article that brings the author’s place, its smells and the feeling of being there, right to the reader and motivates him or her to do something, to get going. Submissions must be original work of less than 5,000 words. All work must be submitted by September 15, and the winner will be announced on October 19. Submit your work online and compete for a $250 cash prize and the opportunity to be published. WWW.MOABCONFLUENCE.ORG/WRITINGCONTEST.CFM

iPhone stream offered by Utah Free Media Utah Free Media (UtahFM) is one of a handful of stations worldwide that streams audio directly to the Apple iPhone. The station is encouraging iPhone users with a taste for independent radio to use their iPhones to listen to live, local community radio. “While driving, it works nearly flawlessly,” said station technical director Mike Place. “I get much better quality than FM radio or even most HD stations. It sounds

fantastic and works everywhere I go in the Salt Lake valley.” iPhone users need simply to browse to WWW.UTAHFM.ORG and click on the link to launch the stream. UtahFM’s product is unique for iPhone users since it utilizes the Quicktime software already built into the device. Mobile streams are available for the newer iPhone 3g as well as older models. “People told me for years that Internet radio will never work because we can’t break into the last great sanctuary of FM radio—the automobile,” said Place. “These days I have to ask the naysayers to speak up...so I can hear them over my iPhone.” UtahFM.org also offers a low bandwidth stream for first generation iPhone owners to enjoy the stream over the “EDGE” network. Non-iPhone users can still listen via virtually any media player, as well as through UtahFM’s embedded flash applet. Since their founding on May 12, 2008, Place says UtahFM has picked up incredible community support. They are an all-volunteer, grassroots broadcasting station available online at WWW.UTAHFM.ORG.

Life Arts Center moves The Life Arts Center moved this month from their 2346 E. Ft. Union location. “Miss Pearl” and George Garff are now preparing space in their home studio for 12 families (children 15 months to six

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Roast-on-demand at caffe d’bolla If coffee roasted yesterday just isn’t fresh enough for you, caffe d’bolla has the solution. They have recently purchased a new point-of-sale roaster, developed by Fresh Roast Systems, Inc., which uses an advanced profiling system that controls customized roasting

parameters for each variety and lot of beans. The coffee is roasted in small five-pound batches and takes about 20 minutes, so you can walk away with a bag of beans still warm from the roast. WWW.CAFFEDEBOLLA.COM,

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Heidi Ford joins Center for Transpersonal Therapy Heidi Ford recently joined the staff of the Center for Transpersonal Therapy in the 9th & 9th neighborhood. A social worker with a master’s in kinesiology, she particularly enjoys working with clients who are coping with achieve-

ment anxiety, exploring and looking at both internal and external responses to competition and performance. She also enjoys working with people around movement, health and well being, body work, body identity and eating disorders. Ford worked with the Women’s Tennis Team at Cal State Fullerton, as well as adolescent swimmers and ice skaters. Most recently she was employed at the Primary Children’s Medical Center. A Salt Lake native, Ford returned to Utah 10 years ago after having lived in the south and the southwest. She plays competitive tennis, runs, skis, and loves being in the mountains. The Center for Transpersonal Therapy offers an approach to healing which integrates body, mind and spirit. They address basic human needs for selfesteem, satisfying relationships and spiritual growth. Center for Transpersonal Therapy, 596-0147, 989 E 900 S.

Gone Avenues Bakery: A breakfast and lunch favorite on East South Temple at Fifth East, this pleasant place with great breakfasts and sandwiches recently closed. Owners Paul and Kathy Maurer (and most of their staff) have relocated to Oregon, where they are opening another restaurant. When they were recently unable to renew their lease, the alternative was to open a bakery down the street. But a zoning law prohibiting them from wholesaling their breads at that location made the situation untenable. Despite entreaties from concerned citizens, zoning remained firm— and it’s everyone’s loss. We will miss so much about this wonderful neighborhood eatery, and wait to see who will fill their fine shoes. Seven Canyons Waldorf School: Located inside the First Congregational Church at 2150 S. Foothill Dr., this toddler-through-2nd grade private school was based on the spiritual philosophy of anthroposophy, developed by Austrian scientist and thinker Rudolf Steiner. The school opened three years ago. It has closed due to inadequate growth. A spokesperson says the organization hopes to continue with other related activities. www.SevenCanyonsSchool.org

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Your shoe closet Take a lesson from Imelda BY AURETHA CALLISON y grandfather once went to a party in the home of Imelda Marcos. I have a photo of them together. Grandpa Cal ran a lumber mill in Iowa, and placing him in an atmosphere of decadence and indulgence was quite out of the ordinary. Like Grandpa, I have recently integrated my Iowan practicalities into partying with high fashion and I have found that, indeed, shoes are the sex of the wardrobe. Having lots of shoes, for fun, feels indulgent. Imelda understood that there is little else that feels so good and so powerful as a closet full of gorgeous, sexy shoes. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that you can just slap on any old shoe with your nice clothes. You will instantly invalidate any attempt to look nice. Shoes are the foundation—like rhythm to any music. “They” say that you should spend money on your shoes and your hair and skimp on everything in between. I’d say that’s pretty accurate, but spend more on your shoes than your hair. The biggest challenge I have in my image work with my clients is their belief about shoes. They do not believe that they can have both comfort and sex appeal at once. Yes, I say, you can! They may not all be vixen sexy, maybe sweet sexy. You can save the vixen shoes for special, but you can live in the sweet shoes. Sweet Sexy shoes have some heel and draw your eye up the leg. Sweet sexy is alluring and comfortable and finishes off the rest of the outfit. Sexy men’s shoes tell the rest of us you have confidence to spare and you are not afraid of stepping out from the crowd. For men, sporty Italian shoes say you have class. Sexy shoes don’t make you look too young or too old. They are the perfect fit for your style and body type. I shop three local places for shoes: Nordstrom, REI, and Nordstrom Rack. Why? Their return policies. It is nearly impossible to determine a shoe’s comfort in a store. I buy a pair of shoes and then wear them inside the house for at

TRANSFORM U least 15 minutes a day—never outside, which makes them unreturnable to most retailers. Nordstrom and REI are very good about returns and quality, but for good shoe karma, please only wear them indoors until you are certain you have a match made in heaven. On the e-commerce front, Zappos.com is amazing. They carry just about every shoe on the market, provide shoe testimonials and reviews and free shipping to and from, plus they really zip them out to you quick. Returns must be in perfect condition, but when you need something special or quick, their service is amazing. Construction and care are the key factors to long-lasting shoes. Purchase quality shoes, and take them to the cobbler at the end of each season to reheel or resole. Polish and protect them regularly. If your shoes look dirty or scuffed (unless it’s intentional), it says that you are sloppy. Our shoes are a reflection of us, so take the time to look good head to toe! Peruse the footcare section of your favorite drug store and notice all the shoe pads and blister protectors and strap guards for shoe comfort. Have a collection and love your feet accordingly. Here are my suggestions for a basic shoe wardrobe for our region. • Dressy Naot/Birky-type strap sandals for summer with a slight to medium heel, excellent cushioning and arch support. Sometimes the bones of your foot spread out if you wear these often, and you may find yourself having

the best, and look for sales at the end of the season. • Casual sporty sneakers for yoga or meandering. (LL Bean has cute ones called Everyday Sneakers in Nautical Red.) They should have great construction but be super cute, playful and colorful. Subtle metallics are great; they go with everything. They can look like a sneaker or a more elegant athletic ballet flat. For men, look for a cool shoe, rip out the footbed and buy a good bed insert. • Platform sandals and high heels. Sexy and stylish, they give you a lot of height without the Ouch! factor. My narrow feet love Athena Alexander. I always encourage women to get summer shoes with soft leather because it stretches and conforms to your foot. Patent leather is just scary to me. • Boots, boots and more boots. They always seem to look more fashionable than regular shoes, and you really can’t have too many. (I guess you could say you get more bang for your buck.) Boots are great for rainy and cold days. Look for a great cowboy boot, a flat riding boot, and a heeled boot in cordovan. Black boots look harsh—you only need one pair. Get different shades of wine and brown. Dressier men’s boots look great and are fantastic for our weather. Trying boots out at home is important. Many boots have little or no cushion inside so it’s important to buy them a size larger to allow insertion of a great foot cushion and still leave room for my SmartWool socks. ( My feet get cold, so I swear by Smart Wool.) Don’t forget fun Moon Boots for winter.

“They” say that you should spend money on your shoes and your hair and skimp on everything in between. to buy larger shoes all around. Avoid living in flip flops, which can cause nerve damage between toes; go for comfy straps in a playful, colorful style, not just brown! Make sure these are good looking and notice how they make your foot appear. Straps too high on the foot will make the leg look shorter. Thinner straps that sit lower on the foot look much better and create a longer leg line. • Water sport shoes such as Tevas or athletic sandals. I like toe protection. (Then do something fun that really puts these shoes to good use!) • Walking, running or trail running shoes. Always get more toe room than you think you will need, up to one full size larger. I wear a 6 ½-7 narrow shoe and wear an 8 trail runner! Pay attention to the brands that fit your foot

• Dressy event shoes for men and women. You will need tux-worthy black and cordovan for weddings, funerals and social events. Quality really counts here; these shoes can last a lifetime. A classic style that suits you is best. Make sure they are comfortable enough to sleep in. Important moments in our lives deserve the comfort of knowing our attention won’t be on our aching feet! Amazing shoes are well worth the time and investment. Build the foundation of your wardrobe on good, solid ground and don’t forget the importance of sexiness and fun! May the spirit of Imelda guide you. u Auretha Callison is an image and essence consultant in Salt Lake City. Visit her at www.IntuitionStyling.com.

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Practical Environments (435) 640-1206. Michelle Skally Doilney, Certified Feng Shui Consultant. Offering practical organization and design solutions using Feng Shui, budget-balancing and common sense, to homes and businesses in the Greater Park City and Salt Lake regions. You are the architect of your space… and your life! MICHELLE@PRACTICALENVIRONMENTS.COM. WWW.PRACTICALENVIRONMENTS.COM. I’ll Fix Your (shower) Head Sugar House Plumbing. I’m a licensed, insured professional plumber with a passion for pipes. You’ll be glad you called me. Jeff, 638-4705. Underfoot Floors 467-6636. 1900 S. 300 W., SLC. We offer innovative & enviro-friendly floors including bamboo, cork, dyed-cement, recycled hardwood, natural fiber carpets & wall coverings. Eric Cole will help you with your design options. Free in-home estimates. Visit our showroom. WWW.UNDERFOOTFLOORS.NET, UNDERFOOTFLOORS@AOL.COM. VIVID Desert Design 656.8763. Beautiful & lush landscape designs for Utah’s climate. Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture. Affordable & timely. Let’s create a waterwise, alternative look for your yard! Wasatch Commons Cohousing Vicky 908-0388. 1411 S. Utah St. (1605 W.) An environmentally sensitive community promoting neighborli-

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DogMode 261-2665. 4010 S. 210 W., SLC. WWW.DOGMODE.COM Residential Design 322-5122. Icon Remodeling 1448 East 2700 South, SLC, UT 84106 (485-9209 WWW.ICONREMODELING.COM.

ARTS, MUSIC & LANGUAGES instruction, galleries, for hire Able to Speak French? 582-6019. Vive La France School promises you can. Learn French faster naturally. Now offering classes & tutoring in Salt Lake City and Utah Valley. All levels taught. Also yearly French tours. Director Catherine Thorpe is a Sorbonne (Paris) graduate. VIVELAFRANCESCHOOL@GMAIL.COM, WWW.VIVELAFRANCESCHOOL.COM Alliance Francaise of Salt Lake City 571-0723. P.O. Box 26203, SLC UT 84126. International cultural organization conducts French language classes. Beginners through advanced levels taught by experienced, native teach-

ers. Three semesters, 10 sessions each. Monthly social gatherings. We also sponsor French related concerts and lectures. WWW.AFSLC.ORG.

Artful Heart Center 467-7530. Jan Henderson. Sugar House. See your soul’s desire with new eyes. Weekly classes with most materials provided. Reveal innate creativity and trigger therapeutic expressions. Open up to composition, color theory, shapes and techniques from a widely published artist and experienced instructor. Beginners welcome. Let me bring out the artist in you. WWW.JANHENDERSONART.COM. Huntsman Photo Design 808-5848. 925 E. 900 S., SLC, Utah. Specializing in artistic, natural-light portraits and weddings. Also enjoys photographing pets, head shots, fashion and commercial. Candid, photojournalistic black and white or traditional color with an emphasis on naturalistic images. 25 years experience. Wedding packages from $350. EHUNTSMANPHOTOGRAPHY.COM. Music Lessons in Your Home 801-797-9240. Violin, piano. Accepting students age 5 and up. Adult quickstart program. Utah Artist Hands 355-0206. 61 W. 100 S. Bringing together the artists’ community of Utah. Fine art, photography, sculpture, pottery, glass, leather, wood, jewelry, unique crafts and more. Idlewild. 268-4789. Michael Lucarelli. Classical guitarist, 274-2845. Listen at WWW.LUCARELLI.COM

CLARITY COACHING

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When you’re ready for the change that changes everything.

801-487-7621 ClarityCoachingInstitute.com Transformation couldn’t be simpler, more powerful, and yes, even more fun!

BODYWORK massage, chiropractic, structural integration (SEE ALSO: Energy Work & Healing) Alternative Health Care 533-2464. Ardys L. Dance, LMT Practicing the art of therapeutic healing since 1988. Specializing in visceral manipulation: organspecific myofascial release of scar tissue around internal organs damaged through surgeries, illness or accident. Craniosacral therapy, neural mobilization of the brain, an amazing new therapy.

CLARITY COACHING with KATHRYN DIXON

& The Work of Byron Katie “The root cause of suffering is identification with our thoughts. ‘The Work’ is a razor sharp sword that cuts through the illusion and enables you to know for yourself the timeless essence of your being. This is the key. Now use it.” Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now

801-487-7621 THE WORK OF

Byron Katie

Web of Life Wellness Center

Todd Mangum, MD • Aymi Bennhoff, FNP for the treatment of:

stress • fatigue • toxicity weight issues • sleep disorders hormone imbalances anxiety & depression gynecological concerns 989 East 900 South, Ste. A1, SLC tel. 531.8340

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Advanced Visionary and Biodynamic Craniosacral work 801-414-3812. Linda Watkins, BFA, MEd, LMT. Going beyond still point to find the dynamic and profound stillness that resides there. Visa, MC, Amex. www.LINDA-WATKINS.COM. Body Alive! 801-414-3812. Linda Watkins, BFA, MEd, LMT. Offering the very real possibility of release from chronic or acute pain resulting from injury, illness or the aging process. Specialized work in deep tissue full body sessions, structural and visceral work, craniosacral therapy (Milne certified), Jin Shin Jyutsu. Tailored to meet your specific needs. “The pain of everyday life” does not have to be your reality! Visa, MC, American Express. www.LINDA-WATKINS.COM. Michelle Butler, LMT 801-879-5411. At Paradise Massage, 8006 South 1300 East. You wish you were here! Feel the magic. You deserve it. Your body needs it. Walk-ins accepted: Mon, Wed & Fri, 11-8; Sat 1-6. By appointment only: Tue & Thur. HEALING TOUCH MASSAGE, 801.973.7849 Price roll-back! First visit and senior discounts.Professional Massage Therapy with or without energetic modalities: Reiki, Angel Gate Tuning Forks, Chakra Balancing, Stem Cell Rejuvenation, Immune System Strengthening, DNA-ThetaHealing, Emotional Freedom Techniques, Quantum-Touch. MC/Visa. Taylorsville. Utahna Tassie, LMT , EFT-ADV, Reiki Master-Teacher, Workshop Facilitator. Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness 230-0166. Dr. Bob Seiler. 454 E. at 1440 S. (near Liberty Park). Integrating eastern & western approaches to healing by gently & effectively using my hands to relieve aches & pain from auto & sport injuries; neck-back-leg pain; headaches-stress-insomnia-depression. Focusing on life-style changes & better nutrition to improve one’s well-being! Auto & selected medical insurances accepted. Sibel Iren, MA, Certified Rolfer® 1569 South 1100 East, 520-1470, www.utahrolfing.com. Quantum Healing through Intuitive Rolfing combines structural integration, visceral manipulation and intuitive body reading for those seeking a deeper connection to the relationship of the body, mind and soul.

Maya Abdominal Massage 595-6335. Lucia Gardner, LMT, NCTMB, midwife. An external, non-invasive, gentle technique to reposition abdominal organs and relieve PMS, infertility, menopause symptoms, emotional trauma, gastritis, etc. Ancient shamanic technique used for centuries by traditional healers. Profound & effective results. Also, SpiritBody work to transform and heal emotional trauma in the body. Carl Rabke LMT, GCFP 671-4533 Somatic Education and Bodywork. Feldenkrais®, Structural Integration and massage. Offering a unique blend of the 10 sessions with Awareness Through Movement® lessons. Discover the potential for learning and improvement at any age, as you come to inhabit your body with ease, vitality and integrity. WWW.BODYHAPPY.COM. Rocky Mountain Rolfing® Becki Ruud, Certified Rolfer. 671-9118. “Expanding your potential for effortless living.” If you can imagine how it feels to live in a fluid, light, balanced body, free of pain, stiffness and chronic stress, at ease with itself and gravitational field, then you will understand the purpose of Rolfing®. Located in Riverton. WWW.ROCKYMOUNTAINROLFING.COM. Rolfing® Structural Integration Certified Rolfers Paul Wirth, 638-0021 and Mary Phillips, 809-2560. Rolfing improves movement, eases pain, and brings about lasting change in the body. Addressing structure together with patterns in movement and coordination, we help people find ease, resilience, efficiency and comfort. Free consultations. WWW.ROLFINGSALTLAKE.COM. Sensate Tools for Body Knowledge Ever wonder how you can influence the way your body feels? I combine myofascial/structural manipulation with Laban Movement Analysis to help you feel, understand, and re-pattern the movements that form your body every day. Matthew Nelson, CLMA, CMT, 897-7892 THEWNELSON@VERIZON.NET. Soma Libra, LLC Ingrid Bregand, LMT, KMI. 801-792 9319. Innovative Kinesis Myofascial Integration. Unfold into greater innate balance and alignment via a systemic manipulation of your body Anatomy Trains (groundbreaking myofascial meridians theory). Dynamic and attentive structural therapy. Lasting significant work with anatomical precision. WWW.ANATOMYTRAINS.COM

Dr. Michael Cerami, Chiropractor. 486-1818. 1550 E. 3300 S. WWW.DRCERAMI.COM Healing Mountain Massage School. 355-6300. Time Out Associates. 530-0633.

BOOKS, GIFTS, CDS, CLOTHING books, gifts & jewelry, imports, music stores Ken Sanders Rare Books 521-3819. 268 S. 200 E. Edward Abbey, Wallace Stegner, B. Traven. Utah and the Mormons. Modern First Editions. Out-of-Print Books. American West; Travels, Explorations, Wilderness, the Environment, National Parks & Western Americana. Antique Photography, Prints, Postcards, Posters—All Kinds of Paper Ephemera. Out-of-Print Searches. Hours: M.-Sat. 10a-6p. Blue Boutique. 982-1100. WWW.BLUEBOUTIQUE.COM Dragon Dreams. 989 E. 900 S. 509-1043. WWW.DRAGONDREAMSGIFTBOUTIQUE.COM The Vug Rock & Gem Jewelers. 521-6026. 872 E. 900 S. Twigs and Company. 596-2322. 1616 S. 1100 E.

CERTIFICATION, DEGREES & SCHOOLS education/schools, vocational, massage schools

SpiritWolf Healing Arts 870-5613. 1390 S. 1100 E., Ste. 107. Margaret Miller, LMT, Transformation Catalyst. Ignite your inner work! Create more joy now. Experience major shifts and lasting change through a full spectrum of body work, innovative energy work, and shamanic healing. Each session tailored and aligned to your needs.

A Voice-Over Workshop Scott Shurian, 359-1776. The Salt Lake City voice-over workshop teaches the art of voicing commercials and narrations for radio, TV, multi media and the World Wide Web. Personal coaching and demo production also available. WWW.VOSCOTT.COM

Utahna Tassie, LMT, EFT-ADV, Reiki Master, Energy Therapist 801.973.7849 Nurturing, deeply healing massage with or without EFT, Theta, Quantum-Touch, give you fast, easy relief from chronic pain, anxiety, dis-ease, injuries, addictions, and depression (in 3 sessions or less!). Intuitive healing classes available. Mon-Sat by appointment. Taylorsville area.

Healing Mountain Massage School 355-6300. 455 South 300 East, Suite 103, SLC, UT 84111. Morning, evening, & weekend programs. Graduate in as little as 7 months. 8 students in a class. Mentor with seasoned professionals. Practice in a live day spa. ABHES accredited. Financial aid: loans/grants available to those who qualify. WWW.HEALINGMOUNTAIN.ORG

Bill Wagner, LMT 582-2275, Bill Wagner, LMT. Therapeutic massage & bodywork integrating various modalities such as shiatsu, craniosacral, acupressure, reflexology & injury massage. Relax...repair...rejuvenate. Reasonable rates & discount packages available.

Sego Lily School. 274-9555. WWW.SEGOLILYSCHOOL.ORG Elaine Bell. Art Instruction. 201-2496. Red Lotus School of Movement. 355-6375. WWW.REDLOTUSSCHOOL.COM

ENERGY WORK & HEALING energy balancing, Reiki (SEE ALSO: Bodywork) Lilli DeCair 533-2444 or 577-6119. Holistic health educator, certified Thought Pattern Management practitioner, coach, shamanic wisdom, Medicine Wheel journeys, intuitive consultant, mediator, minister. Usui Reiki Master/teacher offers all levels complete in 10 individual classes, certification & mentoring on request. Visit at Dancing Cranes Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons for psychic sessions. Cafe Alchemy and Mayan Astrology, nutritional nudges, stress relief hospital visits, fundraising. Send a psychic telegram. On the board of directors, Utah Mental Health Assn. Dynamic Touch Healing Arts Center 486-6267. 1399 S. 700 E. Elizabeth Williams, RN, MSN. Traditional Usui Reiki Master. Reiki is a gentle, easy technique with remarkable results. Offering a safe environment for healing/balance on physical, emotional, spiritual levels. Everyone can learn Reiki. Classes & sessions available. Supervised student sessions available for reduced rates. Integrated Quantum Healing 801-252-1556. Lynne Laitinen RMT, ECRT, MC. 25 years of experience. Access to unparalleled key guidance into your spiritual, emotional and physical challenges; releases stress naturally. Offering core emotional release techniques, cranial-sacral, polarity, Quantum-Touch, Reiki and workshops. Credit cards accepted. Neuro Emotional Technique 364-5700 Ext 1. 1399 S. 700 E., Ste. 2, SLC. Jim Struve, LCSW. NET is a non-invasive mind-body technique that clears emotional blocks. By combining light touch, supportive dialogue, memory retrieval, and breathing, NET assists in â&#x20AC;&#x153;rebootingâ&#x20AC;? disturbing emotional and behavioral patterns. Useful for adults with entrenched beliefs, unresolved trauma, or removing barriers to desired life transitions. WWW.MINDFULPRESENCE.COM

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Reiki & Karuna Reiki Master Teacher; Sound Healing and Meditation Teacher Carol A. Wilson, Ph.D., CHES. 359-2352 or INFO@CAROLWILSON.ORG. Registered, International Association of Reiki Professionals (IARP) and International Center for Reiki Training. Individual Reiki, Karuna Reiki and sound healing sessions. For more info or Reiki I, II, III/Master and meditation class schedules, see WWW.CAROLWILSON.ORG

The majority of your illnesses come from disruption of your internal yin-yang. Through Acupuncture treatment, all your internal organs can be balanced and all your biologic functions can return to their normal states.

Sheryl Seliger, LCSW, Cranio-Sacral Therapy 556-8760. 1104 E. Ashton Ave. (2310 S.) Powerful healing through gentle-touch energy work. Infants and children: sleep issues, feeding difficulties, fearfulness, bonding, birth trauma, pre- and perinatal therapy. Adults and teens: head injuries, accident recovery, PTSD, chronic pain, stress reduction. Enjoy deep relaxation and peace. Mon-Fri 8:00a12:30p. SELIGERS@GMAIL.COM

Sool Y. Kim OMD

If you have stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cirrhosis, and are currently receiving chemotherapy, suffering with aches, paralysis, or hemiplegia through stroke, call today! I can help.

Mon- Fri 10:00 am - 7:30 pm Sat 10 am - 4:00 pm We accept insurance

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Please call today!

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Sool Y. Kim OMD

If you have stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cirrhosis, and are currently receiving chemotherapy, suffering with aches, paralysis, or hemiplegia through stroke, call today! I can help.

Mon- Fri 10:00 am - 7:30 pm Sat 10 am - 4:00 pm We accept insurance

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Please call today!

801-277-3406

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Spring Forest Qigong Healing 842-4517. Phil Story. Energy healing sessions for relief from illness and pain. Restore and maintain harmony and health. Individual and group instruction. Theta Healing & EFT 435-843-5309 Theta DNA I & DNA II certified by Vianna’s Nature’s Path. Resolve physical & emotional pain. Limiting beliefs dissolved quickly. Leave your pains from years past & create lasting peace in your mind and body, call or e-mail today! HEALINGSWITHGENNA@COMCAST.NET Theta Healing with Darcy Phillipps 916-4221. Are you free to be who you really are? Changing your beliefs changes your life. Doors open to instant healing. Love is unconditional. Dreams to reality. Come and play. DARCYPHILLIPPS.COM. Universal Abundance Reiki Master-Teacher: Distance Attunement 313-0692. Karen Burch, Reiki Master/facilitator. Specialized Reiki helps release limitations, promotes prosperity, insight. Easy to facilitate. No touch positions. Entire being activated, not just hands. Flows through intention, travels any distance. Only one Attunement needed. Manual/ certificate. $40. UA Reiki phone sessions also available. Kathryn Wallis 394-4577. Evenings 4-7. Be healthy regardless of your age and what you hear. Your body is a chemical lab reflecting formulas by thoughts, illnesses, aging, mindsets, lifestyle. Just living offsets chemical balance. I change your balance by remote only. 30 years experience. WWW.WHOLEBODYBALANCETUNING.COM

GETAWAY outdoor suppliers, lodging, spas, outdoor education Canyonlands Field Institute 1-800-860-5262. P.O. Box 68, Moab, UT 84532. Authentic nature and culture. River and hiking trips and camps for schools, adults and families. WWW.CANYONLANDSFIELDINST.ORG Cliff Spa 933-2225. Cliff Lodge, Snowbird, UT. Relax, refresh, recreate. The Cliff Spa at Snowbird offers massages, wraps, facials, manicures, pedicures & a full service salon. Also a rooftop lap pool, whirlpool, eucalyptus steam room, dry saunas & exercise facility. WWW.CLIFFSPA.COM

HEALTH, WELLNESS & BODY CARE Ayurveda, beauty supply, birth services/ prenatal care, Chinese medicine/acupuncture, colon therapy, dentistry, health centers,

health products, homeopathy, naturopaths, nutritionists, physical therapy, physicians, women’s healthcare

A.I.M: Frequencies – Balance – Self-Healing DaNell 801-680-2853, David 558-9340, Dixie(Ogden) 458-1970. Everything is energy, therefore everything has a frequency. Imbalances have a frequency that can be brought into balance and neutralized by applying a balancing energy 24/7. Sanctuary, The Path to Consciousness, by Stephen Lewis tells of this technology – here now. Self-heal inherited predispositions, physical & mental illnesseses & environmental toxicity–24/7 using this tool. Pets too. www.infiniteconsciousness.com. Almarome® Organic Essential Oils 1.866.392.6909. Based in Sugar House and Provence, France. Home of The SHIELD™, unique blends of 100% certified organic essential oils to protect your health all winter long, reduce exposure to bugs and maximize immunity. WWW.ALMAROME.COM Lori Berryhill, L. Ac. MSTOM Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine 670 7th Avenue 355-3076 / 554-5913 Offering a full range of health/wellness care. The philosophy of my clinic reaches for healing, restorative and preventative therapies including all acute and chronic diseases, sports injury, pediatrics, and emotional issues. Cameron Wellness Center T.W. Cameron, BSN, ND. 486.4226. 1945 South 1100 East #202. You can enhance your healing potential! Naturopathic medicine with emphasis on treatment of chronic illness. Services include: education in mind/body connection, thyroid, adrenal and hormone balancing, diet and lifestyle counseling, neural therapy and intravenous nutrition treatment. 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 In the Web of Life Wellness Center, 989 E 900 S, 509-1043. Meditation and chakra CDs, ORGANIC skin care products and incense, books, crystals, local artist consignments and mystical things like magic wands, fairies and dragons. DNFT Chiropractic With Lacey Picard, DC. 505-8189 Directional Non-Force Technique offers specific, gentle adjustments for long-term correction. No cracking or popping. TMJ, knees, shoulders and spine are addressed as well as previously hopeless concerns. This technique focuses on minimal visits. Enjoy your life now! POWERFULLIFECHIRO.COM. Five Element Acupuncture LLC Pamela Bys, RN, BSN, L.Ac. (Dipl Ac.) 2670 South 2000 East, SLC; 256 Historic 25th St.,

Ogden. (801) 920-4412. Five Element Acupuncture focuses on getting to the root cause of all problems. It treats symptoms as well as causes. Live Healthy and Live Long. WWW.ACUPUNCTURE5E.COM Uli Knorr, ND Eastside Natural Health Clinic 474-3684. Dr. Knorr, with 12 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. Maharishi Ayurveda 801.446 2999. Maharishi Invincibility Center of SLC. Enjoy Better Health Today. Maharishi Ayurveda herbal supplements are ancient, authentic, time-tested formulas for promoting health and well being, without negative side effects. Produced with naturally organic wildcrafted herbs, these supplements are manufactured according to the highest international standards of purity. WWW.MAPI.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. WWW.WEBOFLIFEWC.COM Leslie Peterson, ND Full Circle Women’s Healthcare 746-3555. 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. WWW.FULLCIRCLECARE.COM 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 unique form of therapy works to identify sources of pain and assists the body with self-corrective mechanisms to alleviate pain and restore mobility and function. BCBS and Medicare provider. Wasatch Vision Clinic 328-2020. 849 E. 400 S. in Salt Lake across from the 9th East TRAX stop. Comprehensive eye care, eye disease, LASIK, contacts and glasses since 1984. We accept most insurance. WASATCHVISION.COM Acupuncture Associates. 359-2705. Natalie Clausen. Center For Enhanced Wellness 596-9998. 2681 E. Parley’s Way.

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HEALTH, WELLNESS & BODY CARE Ayurveda, beauty supply, birth services/ prenatal care, Chinese medicine/acupuncture, colon therapy, dentistry, health centers,

health products, homeopathy, naturopaths, nutritionists, physical therapy, physicians, women’s healthcare

Millcreek Herbs, LLC. Merry Lycett Harrison, RH, CAHG. 466-1632, WWW.MILLCREEKHERBS.COM Millcreek Wellness Center WWW.MILLCREEKWELLNESS.COM 486-1818. 1550 E. 3300 S.

MISCELLANEOUS HOURLY SPACE AVAILABLE Dhanyata Life Center, West Jordan. Available for life enrichment classes, weekend workshops, creative workshops, small yoga/meditation groups, client and group meetings, life coaching etc. Early A.M. P/T subleases also available. FREE WIFI. DHANYATALIFECENTER.COM Space Available 596-0147 Ext. 41, 989 E. 900 S. Center for Transpersonal Therapy. Large plush space. Bright & comfortable atmosphere, available for workshops, classes, or ongoing groups. Pillows, yoga chairs, & regular chairs provided, kitchenette area. Available for hourly, full day or weekend use. Tracy Aviary 322-BIRD, WWW.TRACYAVIARY.ORG. An oasis in the heart of Salt Lake City with 350 birds and 150 species. Many are endangered or injured in the wild and unfit to be released. Guests enjoy Utah’s oldest standing industrial building – The Mill, used for event rentals and year-round bird programs. Volunteer Opportunity Adopt-A-Native-Elder is seeking office/warehouse volunteers in Salt Lake City every Tuesday and Friday 10:00 am - noon. Come and join a wonderful group of people for a fascinating and gratifying experience. Contact Joyce 801-4740535 or MAIL@ANELDER.ORG, WWW.ANELDER.ORG. Catalyst 363-1505. 140 McClelland, SLC. CONTACT@CATALYSTMAGAZINE.NET. KCPW—88.3 & 105.1FM. 359-5279 KRCL—91 & 96.5FM. 359-9191 KUED—TV 7. 581-3064 KUER—FM90. 581-6777

MOVEMENT & SPORT dance, fitness, martial arts, Pilates, yoga AquaNia 801-455-6343 Jacqueline Fogel, Certified Nia Instructor. Experience the joy of movement in the water of a warm pool. AquaNia is movement that awakens body awareness and body wisdom to promote health and well-being. Adaptable to meet the needs of all fitness levels. JLFOGEL@COMCAST.NET Bikram Yoga—Salt Lake City 488-Hot1 (4681) 1140 Wilmington Ave. (across from Wild Oats) Bikram certified instructors teach a series of 26 postures affecting every muscle, ligament, organ & all of the body, bringing it into balance. 36 classes each week.

All ages & ability levels welcome to all classes. The room is warm by intention, so come prepared to work hard & sweat. Check for new classes in Catalyst calendar. WWW.BIKRAMYOGASLC.COM Bikram Yoga—Sandy 501-YOGA (9642). 9343 S. 1300 E. Our south valley sanctuary nestled below Little Cottonwood Canyon provides a warm and inviting environment to discover or deepen your yoga practice. All levels encouraged, no reservations necessary. Certified teachers. Classes 7 days a week. Call for schedule. Introductory package is 10 consecutive days of unlimited yoga for $20. WWW.BIKRAMYOGASANDY.COM Centered City Yoga 521-YOGA. 918 E. 900 S. and 625 S. State St. Centered City Yoga is often likened to that famous TV “hangout” where everybody knows your name, sans Norm (and the beer, of course.) We offer more than 60 classes a week to keep Salt Lake City CENTERED and SANE. www.centeredcityyoga.com. Kea Kapahua, Certified Pilates Instructor 801-707-9741. At Salt Lake Ballet Conservatory, 455 E. South Temple, Third Floor, SLC. Pilates is great for people at any fitness level, whether you’re a beginner or a highly skilled athlete or dancer wanting to improve your performance. Pilates Mat Classes are Tues/Thurs/Fri at 6:00pm and Wed at 8:00am. Private sessions on Pilates apparatus available by appointment. KEA@SLBALLET.COM Mindful Yoga 355-2617. Charlotte Bell, RYT & Iyengar certified. Public & private classes, workshops, retreats, river trips and teacher training since 1986. This form of yoga combines alignment awareness with mindfulness practice & breath-supported movement to encourage a sense of ease & balance in traditional postures. Classes include meditation and pranayama (breath awareness) instruction as well as physical practice. Bring comfortable clothing and a sense of humor. WWW.CHARLOTTEBELLYOGA.COM Red Lotus School of Movement 740 S 300 W, SLC, UT, 84101. 355-6375. Established in 1994 by Sifu Jerry Gardner and Jean LaSarre Gardner. Traditional-style training in the classical martial arts of T’ai Chi, Wing Chun Kung-Fu, and T’ai Chi Chih (qi gong exercises). Children’s classes in Wing Chun Kung-Fu. Located downstairs from Urgyen Samten Ling Tibetan Buddhist Temple. WWW.REDLOTUSSCHOOL.COM, REDLOTUS@REDLOTUS.CNC. NET. THE SHOP Anusara Yoga Studio 435-649-9339. 1167 Woodside Ave., P.O Box 681237, Park City, UT 84068. Certified & affiliated Anusara instructors inspire students to open their hearts & express themselves through the art of yoga. Exciting all-level classes taught in an amazing 4,500 sq ft. historic building in downtown Park City. Drop-ins welcome. WWW.PARKCITYYOGA.COM The Yoga Center 277-9166. 4689 So. Holladay Blvd. Hatha-based yoga classes 7 days a week, including vinyasa, slow flow, Anusara, prenatal, gentle and restorative. Workshops, corporate and private sessions available. All levels of experience welcome. WWW.YOGAUTAH.COM Body & Mind Studio. 486-2660. 1063 E. 3300 S. WWW.BODYANDMINDSTUDIO.COM Erin Geesaman Rabke Somatic Educator. 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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Free Horary Charts: Practical Astrology Avani Vyas. 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 please.

PSYCHIC ARTS & INTUITIVE SCIENCES astrology, mediums, past life integration, psychics All About Your Life: Readings, Psychic Tarot 575-7103. Margaret Ruth. Listen to Margaret Ruth on X-96 FM on Friday mornings or book a private appointment or party. WWW.MARGARETRUTH.COM April Olas: Psychic, Medium, Channeling & Theta Healing 801-644-1975. Gain a deeper understanding of your life and a greater sense of clarity and direction about your situation through a reading with April. Heal physical, emotional, relationship, career and spiritual issues and shift into a new empowered direction through Theta Healing, which is enhanced greatly by April's psychic abilities. To book a private appointment or group/party, call or visit WWW.APRILOLAS.COM Channeled Full Spectrum Readings Direct From the Masters 347-5493, Marie. Tap into your highest potential by having readings brought forth in the highest vibration possible. Receive wisdom, counseling, life path, career, and love advice, entity healings, prayer work, ascension and path acceleration. Become the light. Channeled Readings through Spiritual Medium 968-8875, 577-1348. Deloris, as heard on the Mick & Allen Show (KBER Radio, 101.1), can help you with those who have crossed over and other paranormal activity. She can help bring understanding regarding past lives, life purpose and relationships. Available for parties and night clubs. DELORISSPIRITUALMEDIUM.COM

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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 The Windswept Center 560-3761. We offer classes and workshops that teach you how to access your own clairvoyance and healing abilities. Learn simple tools to bring your life together—manage your job, family, future, relationships, creativity, health and spirituality. For more information about us, classes and workshops, please visit our web site or call our office. WWW.WINDSWEPTCENTER.COM Intuitive Therapy Suzanne Wagner, 359-2225. Trish Withus 918-6213. WWW.THEREISONLYLOVE.COM

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Sue Connor, Ph.D. 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. Mindful psychotherapy for relief from acute and post traumatic stress, addictions, disordered eating, chronic pain or illness, mood disorders. New book clubs starting in June. Check out info at WWW.MINDFULSLC.COM 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. 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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Law of Attraction Lynn Solarczyk 801.510.0593 or LYNNSOLARCZYK@MAC.COM. Teaching the law of attractionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;what it is, and how to apply it to your life. LIVINGLOA.BLOGSPOT.COM 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 801-755-1229. Healing with the Higher Self. Interventions to assist Autistic and Indigo children and adults. Healing with assistance from the Higher Self to resolve trauma, addictions, grief/ loss, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. NeuroFeedback Associates 801-428-3178. Donna J. Salmen, Ph.D. 4001 S 700 E Suite 500, SLC. Specializing in neurofeedback and biofeedback computer interactive treatments for anxiety, depression, behavior disorders, attention problems, support for smoking and addiction treatment. Facilitates self regulation without drugs or side effects. Introduction at no cost. privateREVOLUTIONS 232-6162. Online Coaching. Success Soundtracks. Strategic Plans. Revolutionize your life or business in 2008. We help you cross the finish line, mixing powerful right-brain tools like visualization with strategic coaching. Goal-focused packages or custom soundtracks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; available completely online. Credit cards accepted. WWW.PRIVATEREVOLUTIONS.COM. 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. 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.

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Spiritual Coaching Marlise Cromar, Oceans Consulting. 815-3658; (MARLISE33@MAC.COM). Spiritual life guidance using a refreshing combination of wisdom traditions including Buddhism, the Tao, Shamanism, Mayan Calendar, A Course in Miracles, Numerology, Christian mysticism, and Eastern Indian consciousness. Focus is on bringing balance to life by harmonizing masculine & feminine energies and embracing your unique, creative role in the collective transformation. Outdoor sessions welcome! 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;ayni.â&#x20AC;? Access new perceptual lenses as you reanimate your relationship with nature. Shamanic practice in the Inka tradition. SoulCentered Coaching LLC 801-440-1752 Sara Winters, MA, Spiritual Psychology. Find balance in your life by connecting with your Soulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Desire to live your life consciously through Self-Awareness, gratitude and forgiveness. 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.

Daniel Sternberg, PhD, Psychologist 364-2779. 150 South 600 East, Bldg. 4B. Fax: 364-3336. Sensitive use of rapid release methods and EMDR to free you from unwanted emotions to allow you more effective control and happiness in your life. Individuals, couples, families, groups and businesses. Treatment of trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, tension, stress-related difficulties abuse and depression.

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Jim Struve, LCSW 364-5700 Ext 1. 1399 S. 700 E., Ste. 2, SLC. Specializing in life transitions, strengthening relationships, fostering resilience, healing from childhood trauma & neglect (including male survivors of sexual abuse), assisting partners of abuse survivors, addictions recovery, sexual identity, empowerment for GLBT individuals/ couples. Individual, couples, group therapy and NET (Neuro Emotional Technique) practitioner. Flexible times. www.mindfulpresence.com The Shamanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cave John Knowlton. 263-3838. WWW.THESHAMANSCAVE.COM TalkingWithChuck.com 542-9431. Chuck Davidson, M.A. Through a series of conversations I offer insight into helping you find rational, effective ways to set new direction for your life, and to help you find ways to reduce the barriers standing in the way of reaching your desired destination. POB 522112, SLC, UT 84152. CHUCK@TALKINGWITHCHUCK.COM, Patricia Toomey, ADTR, LPC 463-4646, 1390 S. 1100 E.,Ste.202 The Dance of Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Transformation within a psychotherapeutic process of healing and spiritual growth using somatic movement analysis, dreamwork, psychoneuroimmunology, guided imagery & EMDR to support the healing process with stress, depression, trauma, pain, eating disorders, grief, addictions & life transitions. Individuals (children, adults), couples, groups, consultation & facilitation.

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Elizabeth Williams, RN, MSN 486-4036. 1399 S. 7th E. #12. Lic. psychiatric nurse specialist offering a safe environment to heal inner wounds & process personal & interpersonal issues. Specializing in relationship issues, loss & grief work, anxiety, depression & selfesteem. Adolescents & adults, individuals, couples & group therapy. The Work of Byron Katie 842-4518. Kathy Melby, Certified Facilitator of The Work of Byron Katie. The Work is a simple way to access your own wisdom and lead a happier life. Specializing in developing loving relationships, relieving depression, and improving your outlook on life. Individuals, couples, families, groups and retreats. WWW.THEWORK.COM Barbara Jensonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sound & Light 4668944. Clarity Coaching. 487-7621. WWW.KATHRYNDIXON.COM.

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ASCENSION WORKSHOP Saint Germain presents his 3-day Dreamwalker Ascension workshop in S.L.C. June29-July1, Sept.7,8,9. Discover myths and facts of ascension from a Grand Ascended Master, informative, intense, class youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never forget. $495 registration www.shaumbrashoppe.com questions call Colleen Sory 801-581-9444 Yvonne Jarvie 435840-1096 Goddess Circle 467-4977. Join us second Monday of every month for Wiccan ritual. Free, open, women & men, beginners, experienced & curious all welcome. 7:30pm at Central City Community Center, 615 S. 300 E. Rm. 35-36. Inner Light Center Spiritual Community 268-1137. 4408 S. 500 E., SLC. An inter-

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The bottom line: everyone is special BY DONNA HENES Dear Mama Donna. I work with a group here in Cleveland who cook for and feed close to 200 men at a homeless shelter every Thursday. It is a big commitment. The shelter is run by the Salvation Army, and the people who run the shelter are open to programming. As we have come to know these men, they are opening to us, and I feel it’s an opportunity to do some spiritual work. It occurred to me that I might start a drumming circle. I wanted to ask if you have ever worked with this particular population. They are really down and out, and I need some ideas about how to approach them and how to structure a circle. Reaching Out in Ohio

Dear Reaching Out, Wow. A spirit circle in Cleveland, my hometown. Who’d have thunk? I actually do have a great deal of experience with populations of disenfranchised, dis-spirited folk. As an urban shaman, I move in all sorts of society and my constituency includes everyone. We are all equals in the eye of spirit. Over the years I have done drumming circles with drugged and deranged women in a shelter, with very young single homeless mothers and their babies at a halfway house, with HIV-ill women at a treatment center, with inmates at several women’s jails and adolescent detention facilities, with the criminally insane at a state forensic psychiatric center, and dozens of other snakepit venues for the down and out. It is my experience that people are pretty much just people. In these special groups there is the same mix of helpful, open, clear, disruptive, hostile, sad, closed, and needy souls as I see in my open-toanyone circles and celebrations. If you approach the situation as normal, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how normal it will be. Sanity, stability, centeredness is the continuum that we all travel on our journey toward our best selves. Once I did a May Day/Beltane tree planting ceremony in Loring

Lake Park in Minneapolis with a group of students from the College of Art and Design there. As it turned out, this park was a hangout place for intoxicated Native Americans. During our ritual, a bunch of fairly far-gone guys wove over to join us. They were drunk, but not rowdy. They instinctively understood the sanctity of what we were doing and were mightily drawn to be part of our circle. At one point in the ceremony, one of the men stepped forward. He identified himself as Sioux, then announced, “I have no right to do this” and proceeded to offer a chant. While he was all-too-aware that he was ceremonially unclean and spiritually unprepared for such a right-

...people are pretty much just people. In special groups there is the same mix of helpful, open, clear, disruptive, hostile, sad, closed, and needy souls as I see in my open-to-anyone circles and celebrations. eous task, he also knew enough to realize that somebody had to sing this tree into the ground, and he happened to know the words. It was powerful magic that day: for him as he was tranceformed in grace, for me as an awed witness to true reverence, and for the tree, which I am sure is still thriving. Another time, I did a big public celebration for the Fall Equinox at Pershing Square in Los Angeles. During the event, the Commissioner of Cultural Affairs came by the park to check on me because he was worried for my safety in this “dangerous” junkie/wino infested plaza.

Of course, it was these very men, drunk and high though they might have been, who actually got involved. They climbed ladders, helped me to hang my peace chants banners, and brought me coffee. And when the police came to arrest me later that day (despite my official status) for inciting littering (of all things), it was these same outcast men who tried to protect me. After hundreds of similar situations, I have come to understand that if you enter a ritual situation with an open heart, people will recognize your sincerity and share themselves in return. Don’t worry. Your drum circles will be great. And you are dear for doing them. Great good luck to you. This is a grand project. xxMama Donna

Dear Mama Donna, Thanks so much for your response. I want to work with these people in a spiritual way, and hope to start a small circle in the upcoming months. I think your point of treating the men in this shelter as normal is a good one. I have no fear, and believe some soul-level support and treatment is greatly needed. For about six years, I worked at Rosary Hall, a treatment center here. I learned that there is a yearning for something more in all of us, and I saw that the spiritual program was the strongest part of recovery. I’ll keep you posted, and again thanks for your feedback. Peace and love, Reaching Out

Dear Reaching, May you drum up a beat of connection, a rhythm of pleasure and joy, a sacred circle of support. xxMama Donna Donna Henes is an internationally renowned urban shaman, eco-ceremonialist, award-winning author, popular speaker and workshop leader whose joyful celebrations of celestial events have introduced ancient traditional rituals and contemporary ceremonies to millions of people in more than 100 cities since 1972. Send your questions about seasons, cycles and celebrations to Mama Donna at CITSHAMAN@AOL.COM.

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Law of Attraction masters in our midst

Grownups— learn LOA from your kids

BY JEANNETTE MAW

Most parents, in fulfilling their custodial responsibilities, pass on to their offspring the same “truths” they learned from their parents: that it’s a harsh world we need protection from, where things are out of our control and can go wrong without warning, and that we need to be realistic about what’s possible. But children know better. They know the world is a safe place, they naturally lean into joy, do what feels good, and easily appreciate life. It’s not until they’ve spent more time with us adults that they stray from their ability to love unconditionally and expect good things to unfold. We might better serve our children by simply leaving them to their own devices, letting them hear and follow their own internal guidance, and refrain from passing along the limiting beliefs we learned along our own path. “Leave them to their own devices?!” “Let them choose for themselves?!” The words alone inspire visions of chaos and terror for most parents. “They’ll eat Lucky Charms morning, noon, and night—if they remember to eat! They’ll run rampant through the streets, not looking both ways, not avoiding strangers, getting licked on the face by dogs and grass stains on their clothes—if they’re even dressed!” Chaos and terror, indeed. They would never go to school, never learn to make a living, never follow grandma’s good advice to marry a nice man and be a good mother. Right.

Mini-masters

ould you guess there are deliberate creation masters living right under our noses? Beings who harbor an innate knowledge of how the world works, practicing the law of attraction day in and day out without formal instruction or long years of study? Believe it or not, they’re all around us. Although we have a tendency to eventually train them out of their skills, they are gifted creators whose example we could learn much from. Who are these mysterious LOA masters? They’re our children. Our youngsters have an inborn understanding about the world and their role in it. Their biggest challenge is the rest of us, thinking we know better than they do and that it’s up to us to teach them the ways of the world. In fact, every September we press them to formal conditioning and indoctrination, as we send them “back to school.” You, too, were once a master of creating your own reality, until you were conditioned to believe differently. Many of us are relearning the truths we once knew; that there is no limit, nothing to fear, and that the world is a beautiful wonder. We are remembering that anything is possible, that we are powerful creators, and that love is who we are. But our young children – they already live it.

Who’s guiding who? Once we learn about the law of attraction, many of us are excited to share the “newfound knowledge” with others, especially our children. We want them to know their thoughts are powerful and that they can create their own reality by focusing on what they want. We see how having this information early in life greases the wheels for future experiences.

Our youngsters have an inborn understanding about the world and their role in it. Their biggest challenge is the rest of us. And yet children don’t need to be taught how the world works. They have a natural, innate knowing that all is well, that their desires will be met, that there are no limitations and that everything is within their reach. It isn’t so much we need to teach them the Law of Attraction as it is we just refrain from teaching them otherwise. Or better yet, let them show us what we’ve long forgotten.

And yet, when children are allowed more say in their world, they often make wise choices for themselves. Kids are inclined toward healthy foods when they’re no longer deprived of choice. They have a thirst for learning, and when they’re allowed to listen to and follow their own guidance, they gravitate toward situations that serve them and avoid those that don’t. Yes, it’s probably helpful that we teach them language and potty training, but if we looked to these little masters as our teachers instead of wayward beings who desperately need our guidance, we would likely find our own quality of life improving. Living the Law of Attraction is often summed up with three simple steps: Ask, Believe, Receive. Those who live with young manifesting experts see wonderful models for this process. Children are born askers. They’re not shy about demanding what they want (until we teach them to be). They’ve not yet learned to doubt or fear that their desires won’t be met. And they easily let the good stuff in, not having learned to question their worthiness in receiving. Our kids live outside the “rules,” and have an organic ability to enjoy life. They play more naturally, love by default, and haven’t yet learned the “reality” of the world’s limitations. We think of them as naïve and in need of learning about and preparing for the real world—but what if we’re the ones who need preparing for the “real world”? Spend time with a baby or toddler and it’s virtually impossible to miss their expertise in laughing for no good reason, enjoying the company of others, and expecting the world to yield their desires. Those who haven’t yet been ingrained

with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;truthâ&#x20AC;? of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s limitations have high expectations for their joy and usually get it. Thank goodness these kids keep showing up to teach us what many have long forgotten!

Except for â&#x20AC;Ś What about those sullen, withdrawn and ornery kids we all know? They definitely donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fit the mold of naturally happy-go-lucky children described here as manifesting masters. Perhaps these souls are our â&#x20AC;&#x153;quick learnersâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x201D;the ones who swiftly integrated the messages we passed along. We adults are exceptionally gifted at training them out of their joy and teaching them the world is not a fun and easy place to be taken lightly. After all, beds need to be made, homework must be completed, piano must be practiced, and church must be attended. This is the way of the world, and the sooner you get on board, the sooner you receive our love and approval. And then, of course, are the older kids â&#x20AC;Ś

Not the teenagers! Cheryl is a successful corporate executive and mother of three teenage girls. She wants to know how to teach her daughters to be less selfish. She complains they think only of themselves and need to learn to put others first if they expect to do well in the world. It seems mothers in particular are well-trained (maybe even genetically encoded) to look after others before themselves. There certainly isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t anything wrong with putting others firstâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;unless we sacrifice our own truth and joy in the process. The analogy of affixing your own airplane oxygen mask first is an apt one: weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re no good to anyone else if we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take care of ourselves first. Cherylâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teenage daughters are not so much in need of learning social graces; rather, I think theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re great role models! They show their mom how to put herself first. Although itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a comfortable concept to one whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been trained to put others first, the results speak for themselves. Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s having a better time, mom or her girls? Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suffering through a high-pressure job that leaves her little time for herself or the things she enjoys in life. Her girls, on the other hand, have a blast spending time with friends, enjoying their hobbies, and engaging in subjects that vitalize them while skipping the rest. These kids havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet learned the obligation of saying yes to things

they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to do. They trust life (or at least mom) will support their desires and enjoy waking up to the possibilities each new day holds. No wonder theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re resistant to doing it momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way, whose life is filled with â&#x20AC;&#x153;have tos,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;shouldsâ&#x20AC;? and joyless responsibilities. Why would we want someone to follow in our unhappy footsteps when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already well-ensconced in a good time? Obviously we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wish unhappy lives on our children. We just have a different perspective than they do, and we think ours is right! We fear more, put ourselvesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and our happinessâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;further down the priority list, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have as strong a connection to joy and passion. (Is it any wonder the older we get, the more rigid and problematic our bodies become?)

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Adult education Who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t envy the carefree days of childhood, with thoughts filled of friends and bikes and ice cream trucks? Adulthood doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean leaving happiness behind to take on the shackles of grown-up responsibilities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making a livingâ&#x20AC;? doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be joyless, and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait till retirement to relax and enjoy life. Practicing deliberate creation leads us to a life we love, where dreams come true effortlessly and each day is filled with more â&#x20AC;&#x153;feel goods.â&#x20AC;? Our children already sit in that sweet spot, and we could learn much from their example. When we engage the power of the Universe (by reconnecting with joy, trusting, believing and allowing), we experience the same happiness and delight as our kids. Any thought that it canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be that way is just a limiting belief passed down by someone who thought they knew better than us. They didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know better. Our kids do. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s follow their lead and believe once again that good things surround us, trusting that more Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s follow their lead and believe once again that good things surround us, trusting that more of the same lies ahead. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remember we can have whatever we want and rejoice in the simple pleasures of life, naturally expressing our ability to love unconditionally. And if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like instruction in how to proceed, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ask me. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m busy apprenticing with my fouryear-old neighbor. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lesson: the many joys of potato bugs. u Jeannette Maw is a Law of Attraction coach and founder of Good Vibe Coaching in Salt Lake City. www.goodvibecoach.com.

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September 2008 Make good use of this powerful calm before the storm

BY RALFEE FINN eptember 2008 unfolds with deceptively simple celestial signatures —but don’t let that simplicity fool you into thinking the month will be a breeze. While the patterns of the sky appear uncomplicated, life on Planet Earth continues to be complex. Of course, we don’t need astrology to remind us of how delicately balanced our personal lives have become or how globally interdependent we are. You just need to watch the nightly news to connect those dots. But what astrology can do is provide a perspective, capable of facilitating an expansive attitude toward life events both personal and collective. September opens on solid ground, with Jupiter trine to a Sun/Saturn conjunction in Virgo from the 1st11th. This configuration combines several interactions, with two timetables, into one big beneficent bundle that radiates with practical common sense. The Sun/Saturn conjunction, traditionally interpreted as a serious,

sober alignment with hypercritical eye, is softened by the presence of Jupiter, who transforms that flawfinding tendency into a firm, decisive intelligence. The best news is the Saturn/Jupiter trine lasts all month long. This patient, peace-loving inter-

Take every opportunity to practice creative visualization as part of a daily practice—it’s not often we get a chance to access this kind of power. action fosters the realistic pursuit of happiness. I love this trine so much, I’m considering celebrating Thanksgiving two and a half months early on

September 8, the day after Jupiter goes direct and the trine to Saturn is exact. Use this constructive current to support all your endeavors—physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. From the 1st-23rd, a Mercury/Venus/ Mars conjunction, in Libra, provides a powerful creative palate. We’ve been under the influence of the grace of the Mercury/Venus conjunction since August, but just to remind you, this configuration supplies artistic inspiration, the ability to think creatively, as well as the potential for elegant intellectual pursuits. Now, as Mars joins the team, it strengthens that already positive frequency with physical vitality and passion—lots and lots of passion. Spend this energy well by devoting your time and energy to areas—plans, projects, dreams, and visions—you want to see flourish and grow. From the 13th-23rd, Neptune trines that Mercury/Venus/Mars conjunction and further amplifies its creative potency. Neptune represents the principle of

alternate realities, and when it aligns positively with such a creative triumvirate, the power to visualize goes off the charts. Take every opportunity to practice creative visualization as part of a daily practice—it’s not often we get opportunities to access this kind of power. But be sure to include the welfare of others as part of your manifestation practice. Visualizing only what you want for your material success is a thing of the past. We’re too connected now to live in isolation. Fortunately, the trine from Neptune also heightens empathy for others. So as you are visualizing your own financial victory, be sure to include pictures of prosperity for everyone. And as you pray for your peaceful life, include prayers of peace for the planet. On September 22, the Mercury/ Venus/Mars conjunction starts to separate, as Venus moves out of range and into Scorpio on the 23rd, and Mercury starts to slow down in preparation for its last retrograde phase of the year on

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

Aries

March 21-April l9

Whistle whilst you work, and you’ll make tangible, practical strides toward your goals. What’s more, you’ll also attract positive, passionate partners, personal and professional, who will not only appreciate what it is you do, but who will also want to make a significant contribution.

Taurus

April 20-May 20

Yes, it is always risky being yourself—all of you and not one bit less than 100% of you—but sometimes it’s a necessary risk for all sorts of reasons we can’t quite name. So embrace your potential and live to full capacity.

Gemini

May 21-June 21

The focus is on feeling grounded, as well as being grounded, inside and out—something you haven’t felt for quite some time.

So do whatever it is you do to invigorate your connection to spirit and then use that current to inform your thoughts, words, and deeds.

Cancer

June 22-July 22

Words of love still matter— maybe even more than before— but also realize there is more than one way to communicate affection. Express your feelings through a variety of ways— music, art, poetry, and kind acts of consideration—and you’ll experience greater joy.

Leo July 23-August 22 What most people don’t know about you, dear Leo, is that you are willing to work day and night toward your desired goal if your heart and soul are committed to the project. So don’t spend any time on what doesn’t matter to you, and spend all your time on what does.

Virgo

August 23-September 22

It’s not always easy being the leader of the pack, but you couldn’t back off now even if you wanted to. So rather than resist or resent the increased responsibility, embrace it. You are actually the best person for the job and your contribution is greatly appreciated.

Libra

September 23-October 22

Your inner resolve remains steady, and that stability is truly valuable to you and to those you love. So continue to do whatever it is you do to stay focused, grounded, and present, and you will derive great benefit from what transpires as a result of your calm, easy approach.

Scorpio Oct 23-Nov 21 Potent, thoughtful exchanges with friends and associates continue to spark your creative process,

catalyzing a rich internal process. Stay with these themes and issues as they surface, and you’ll make great strides in personal growth.

Sagittarius Nov 22-Dec 21 There are actual, serious opportunities for you to improve your career situation, as well as your financial circumstances, if you’re willing to say, “yes” to any number of opportunities. And while some of what’s offered will require increased effort, that’s okay, because the money will increase proportionately.

Capricorn

Dec 22-Jan 19

Don’t be hesitant about asking questions, especially the tough ones that require you and others to think about the answers, as well as the consequences. You’re in a thoughtful phase, gathering, digesting, and assimilating a

wide range of information about what you believe in and why.

Aquarius

Jan 20-Feb 18

You’re right…you’re in the midst of a profound personal process. The good news is that you’re committed to making whatever changes are necessary to create greater alignment. The best news is there is plenty of support to help you identify the next significant steps.

Pisces

February 19-March 20

You’re still in the throes of a relationship-intensive, and while last month focused on refining your partnership with yourself, this month is about moving out into the world and forging new alliances. Embrace this time and make the most of it by being curious about the possibilities of friendship, as well as romance.

September 24. And by the 28th, Mars, too, pulls out of range, ending that delicious alliance. Mercury retrograde begins on September 24 and lasts until October 15. Yes—it’s back, but this is the last retrograde of the year, and as many of us have learned over time, retrogrades are not the end of the world. For those new to Mercury retrograde, here’s the poop: During a retrograde phase, your time and efforts are best spent reviewing, reflecting, and reconsidering the details of what’s already in motion. This is not a good time to launch new ventures, but it is an excellent time to edit and refine. Because Mercury symbolizes communication, during a retrograde all things related to communication, including equipment, seem to go awry. So back up your files well in advance of the 24th. And if you can avoid it, don’t buy a new computer, printer, answering machine or phone. But don’t despair. Mercury turns around in a conjunction with Mars, as well as a trine to Neptune, which translates the entire cycle into a faster pace than the normal retrograde slow down. Backtracking just a bit to the beginning of the month, from the 7th-20th, a Sun/Uranus opposition stirs revolutionary spirits into action. This configuration signifies a progressive mindset, but it also represents a recalcitrant attitude capable of creating trouble just for the sake of excitement. It will be interesting to see how the tension from this opposition plays out on the political scene and stirs the presidential candidates as they campaign. Also, be prepared for two additional bumps, as Jupiter goes direct on the 7th, and Pluto goes direct on the 8th. While we don’t tend to experience obvious, dramatic events when Jupiter or Pluto change direction, given the overall astral quiet of the month, we just might have be able to listen to the rhythm of the sky with greater attunement. By the end of the month, if you’re listening closely, you will begin to hear the first rumbles of an undeniable intensity that will permeate the rest of the year—an intensity that will require a tremendous amount of stamina. So as September unfolds, use its simplicity to gather your strength and energy for what lies ahead. u Visit Ralfee’s website at www.aquariumage.com or email her at Ralfee@AquariumAge.com.

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Tarot, Clairvoyance, Shamanic Counseling, Numerology.

Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, & Dec 16

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Shaman Kucho will be available for private consultations or to arrange visitations to Machu Picchu. Contact through Nick Stark @ 801-394-6287 or 801-721-2779 Visit Shaman Kucho’s website at www.machupiccchurikuni.com Suzanne Wagner’s website at www.suzwagner.com

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METAPHORS FOR THE MONTH

September

Working together to transform the globe BY SUZANNE WAGNER Arthurian Tarot: The Hanged Man, The Sun Mayan Oracle: Transparency, Caban Aleister Crowley: Prince of Cups, The Magus, Cruelty Medicine Cards: Otter, Butterfly, Beaver Osho Zen Tarot: Sharing, Laziness, The Master Healing Earth Tarot: Tower, Five of Rainbows, Three of Rainbows Ancient Egyptian Tarot: Three of Swords, The Hermit Words of Truth: Intention, Resentment, Incompletion, Resolution ransformations are at hand in a myriad of ways this month. Energetically, we may feel as if we are suffering and at a low point. There will be moments of loss and despair. Those moments can be openings when we let go of our ego and the positions to which we have been so desperately clinging. The past perspective has dried up like old tears and now the only choice is change. The moment that we choose the change something magical happens. Hope springs forth, and we become more open to options that we had not been willing to consider. Suffering and the feeling that we must give things up can be turned into a force of manifestation that can bring hope for a better future. Each of us would be willing to give a little if we knew that in the end something better would come about for all. This is the global choice that the world is facing. We are not separate. We are all one heart. Each of us has an impact on all the others. Now we must learn to find new ways to let go of our selfishness and immaturity. It is time to learn how to work together and ultimately serve everyone. It is a doable goal. We have the capacity. It will take time, effort, and money but the end results will be incredible. Just think what our world would be like if all the energy we needed was coming from the sun. Imagine a world where everyone had access to the technology that would simplify life, minimize suf-

fering, and create opportunities. In September, we can begin to come to that realization. When we are challenged, we are required to open up parts of our brains that can think outside the box. Intuition and psychic abilities can become more attuned and heightened because of the need to stay more alert to situations that are beyond our control. Work without inspiration, goals, and dreams can become painful and feel meaningless. Now is the time to look beyond our self and open to a goal that is larger than our personal narrow perspective. When you really have a dream and are willing to go for it, it creates tremendous joy and energy. Then the work does not seem so difficult, in fact it can become play. Even the obstacles and challenges are not really a problem. They are just one more puzzle to solve in the constant evolution of this dream. Share your dreams with others. Get inspired to move in any direction your soul feels compelled to move. Know when to take breaks, as we are all human and everyone needs moments of rest and relaxation. Look to your intentions and notice in what areas you feel unresolved and incomplete. Let go of past resentments. Resentment often comes from suppressed fears from past moments when you thought that you might have done something wrong but were afraid to show weakness or be seen as incorrect. Being resentful pushes others away and keeps you safe in your illusion. But it also keeps you stuck and alone. So this month let go of the past completely. Be willing to embrace the potential and light that you hold within. You might find out that you are emerging like a butterfly from a chrysalis. You can become something of great beauty through all the toil and effort. Even the stuck moments from your past might have been perfect to allow for the inner growth and unfolding that you are now manifesting. u

Suffering and the feeling that we must give things up can be turned into a force of manifestation that can bring hope for a better future.

Suzanne Wagner is the author of numerous books and CDs on the tarot. She lives in Salt Lake City.

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Suzanne Wagner is the author of numerous books and CDs on the tarot. She lives in Salt Lake City.

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m e t b p e e r S DAY B Y DAY IN THE HOME,GARDEN & SKY BY DIANE OLSON

SEPTEMBER 1 The Sun rises today at 6:54 a.m. and sets at 8:04 p.m. September’s average maximum temperature is 79°; the minimum is 51°. There’s a party in the sky tonight: Venus, Mercury, Mars and the Moon meet in the west, about 40 minutes after sunset. SEPTEMBER 2 Clean out old stands of mint, and divide and transplant bleeding heart, daylilies, delphiniums, forget-me-not, lily of the valley, peonies, phlox and primrose. SEPTEMBER 3 A dragonfly eye contains up to 30,000 lenses, and its field of vision extends nearly 360 degrees. SEPTEMBER 4 Jupiter, visible all around the world, blazes in the south all month long, from nightfall through midnight. Dr

SEPTEMBER 5 As a perennials fade away, gon fly mark the locations of Eye young or small plants, so you don’t accidentally plant over or dig them up next spring. SEPTEMBER 6 Onions are nearly ripe when leaf tips turn yellow. To speed ripening, break at the neck and loosen surrounding soil. Wait a few days, then turn them up and let them cure on dry ground. Handle onions

carefully, as the slightest bruise will encourage rot to set in. SEPTEMBER 7 FIRST QUARTER MOON There’s still time to plant late season crops of beets, cabbage, lettuce, radishes and spinach. Sow winter rye and hairy vetch in empty beds or beneath and around existing crops. SEPTEMBER 8 Deadhead fall-blooming annuals and perennials, and pull spent vegetables and flowers. Keep watering compost piles through dry periods. SEPTEMBER 9 You can dig up rosemary, basil, tarragon, oregano, marjoram, English thyme, parsley and chives to grow inside for the winter. Keep them in a cool, sunny spot, and allow the soil to dry out before watering. Snip off leaves as needed, but don’t strip completely.

SEPTEMBER 12 Mule deer bucks are growing their antlers, and fawns are beginning to lose their white spots. Raptors, songbirds and hummingbirds are heading south. SEPTEMBER 13 Here’s a cool class to take: Beginning Preservation & Root Cellars with Wasatch Community Gardens. 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. WWW.WASATCHGARDENS.ORG. SEPTEMBER 14 Time to reseed bare spots in the lawn, and fertilize with organic fertilizer or compost. Or better yet, dig it all up and xeriscape. SEPTEMBER 15 FULL HARVEST MOON. The Harvest Moon is the full moon nearest the autumnal equinox. For the next three nights, it rises just after sunset, giving an extra hour of light for harvesting. SEPTEMBER 16 The Moon isn’t actually round—it’s egg-shaped. Go outside and look up; one of the small ends is pointing right at you. Nor is the Moon’s center of mass at its geometric center; it’s about 1.2 miles offcenter. SEPTEMBER 17 Now’s a good time to evaluate this year’s garden. Note what worked and what didn’t, correct any soil deficiencies and start dreaming about next year. SEPTEMBER 18 Bring in vacationing houseplants before you turn the heat on, so they have a chance to readjust. Rinse thoroughly to lose any pests or their eggs.

SEPTEMBER 21 Ssssexy: Male snakes are good at foreplay. To get her in the mood, the male runs his tongue along her back, rubs his chin against her body, then twines himself around her and sets off a string of rippling muscle contractions. SEPTEMBER 22 LAST QUARTER MOON. AUTUMNAL EQUINOX. Today the Sun is directly over the equator, and day and night are equal all around the planet. SEPTEMBER 23 Continue to water perennials, especially new plantings. Water less frequently, but for longer periods of time, to encourage deep root growth. SEPTEMBER 24 The Sun passes into the southern hemisphere today. Plants are maturing, and sending their seeds out into the world to create next season’s crops. SEPTEMBER 25 Take a hike: Asters, dotted gayfeather, blue genitians and goldenrod are all blooming in the foothills. SEPTEMBER 26 It’s time to plant cornflower, crocus, daffodils, dianthus, grape hyacinth, iris, larkspur, narcissus, pansies, poppies, primrose, scillas, snowdrops, and tulips. While you’re at it, take cuttings from outdoor plants, like impatiens, coleus and begonia, to cheer things up inside this winter. SEPTEMBER 27 A typical backyard pond contains 10 different species of leeches, most of which eat midges, worms and each other. SEPTEMBER 28 You can transplant deciduous bushes and trees once their foliage has started to change color. This is also the best time to plant dormant evergreen trees and shrubs. Stake young trees to prevent wind damage.

SEPTEMBER 19 Dig up tender bulbs (such as gladiola), cure them in the sun for a few days, then wrap in newspaper and store in a cool, dark place. SEPTEMBER 10 Venus and Mars Larger female spider inspects SEPTEMBER 29 SEPTEMBER 20 A NEW MOON. In an get close tonight, and Mercury, to the little guy’s packages raw, ripe apple is very effort to impress the their left, makes it a threesome. The nearly a ladies, male flies someancient Romans named perfect food, taking times dance around and dangle silkMars for their god of only 85 minutes to wrapped packages. If a female war because the plancompletely digest, and accepts the package, the male sneaks et glimmered blood providing about 40 in and does the deed while she red in the night sky. calories of readily unwraps it. By time she’s finished, so SEPTEMBER 11 accessible energy. Its is he. Rudely enough, sometimes the Transplant rhubarb, chief dietic value lies package is empty. strawberries and raspin the acids, contained SEPTEMBER 30 Sunrise, 7:23 a.m.; berries before the first in and just below the Sunset, 7:13 p.m. light frost, so their roots Mating Snakes skin, which aid in the digestion have time to develop. Rhubarb Nature never goes out of style. of rich and fatty foods. Apples and strawberries are heavy feeders, also contain antioxidants that boost —Author Unknown depleting the soil of nutrients in a immune function and hinder heart Diane Olson is a writer, short time, so transplant them every disease and some cancers. gardener and bug hugger. three or four years.

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