Posted on : 30-05-2009 | By : Chele
It is so good to be home!! I was just in Rochester MN. Last night visiting my Brother, my Father and my Grandma who is 97. Dutchie is a beautiful person, one I really look up to and it was difficult seeing her so infirm but I think she had a great run. At 97 she has slowed down a great deal, only has a touch of arthritis and no other pain. Her worst problem is Aphasia. “Aphasia is an acquired communication disorder that impairs a person’s ability to process language, but does not affect intelligence.” It is very frustrating for her. She was a flapper and a hairdresser in the 30’s. Then married Archie, an engineer in Roschester MN and had four great kids there begining in 1941, months before they bombed pearl harbor. She raised her kids during the war and never complained. She still lives in Rochester to this day. We spent many a Christmas with her and Archie and they are such great Grandparents to me and my brother. (We lost Grandpa in 1995.) She is a fantastic cook and we never, ever went hungry going to Grandma’s. 
She always used to say “Well, La de da!”, “You are just wonderful!” and ” I could get used to this!” My Grandmother always operated from a perspective of abundance. She is one of my role models and she will be a motivating force in my life for many years to come. I think she enjoyed our visit. I’m saddened because I am sure that is the last I will ever see of her. I love my Grandma, I already miss her.
But how wonderful! Look what I have come back too! I loving husband who met me at the BLI airport at midnight with tea, water and ice ( I burned my hand on Starbucks tea in Seattle.. TOO HOT DUDES!), and he took me home to a clean house! My kitty The Monker who, of course, got in a fight while I was gone cause he won’t come in at night unless I’m here. *sigh* But he had many purrings for me. My boys missed me a lot and I can’t tell who missed me more.
(I’m going to say it was the husband!)
And today is a spectacular day!! Wow!! I’ll be at the Farmer’s Market this morning and I can’t wait.
Last weekend was fantastic, all day at the market with a steady stream of happy souls, and then Roxanne’s Wedding. She was so beautiful in her Sari and he handsome in his tux. All the brides Maids we fabulous and the guests decadent. What a wonderful day. I can tell today is shaping up to be f
antastic too. I hope I see you today. I’ll be giving out lots of Hugs. I sure missed my town!
See you in a few..
Posted on : 01-05-2009 | By : Chele
May 1, 2009 ~ Happy Beltane everyone! Today was a beautiful sunny day, as you well know. I sure hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. I ended up making Henna, trekking in the Stimpson and even had a visit from a couple of Faeries! My peach, cherry, pear and apple trees are blooming and so is the woodruff. Tomorrow I will be at the Market again, then to the Procession of the Species and a May Pole Dance in the country. A full day! Happy Blessed Beltane weekend!
I’m voting for sunny weather tomorrow for the Farmer’s Market.. how about you?
See you soon!
Posted on : 17-04-2009 | By : Chele
Wasn’t today a trip? Rain, sun, rain the day could not make up its mind.
Today I got to do a beautiful Belly, Baby bump. Oh this young lady was so sweet and gentle. She is very excited about her new little sweetie. Who by the looks of it is going to be very healthy and very happy. We did a new moon, lotus and spirals. Symbolising a new beginning, prosperity, vitality and health. She was very beautiful and her baby kept kicking at me I love hennaing bellies.
She had sadly lost her 1st baby to SIDS. I felt the need to approach this Henna as a healing event. Using the symbolism of New Moon for new beginnings, Lotus for health, growth and spirals for vitality. My intentions during drawing where all on a healthy vibrant Mamma and Baby!
Tomorrow is the big day the big sunny Day of the Farmer’s Market! break out the sundresses and shorts and I hope to see you there!
Posted on : 12-04-2009 | By : Chele
This week I released my new brochure and Henna kit. Henna kits include 35 grams fresh powdered Henna, a vial of cajeput oil, storage bag, applicators, closures, instructions and sample designs. All this for only $13. Fresh Henna stored in the freezer will make much darker designs than anything that sits on a shelf some where. Come by next weekend to the Bellingham Farmer’s Market and get yours!
I spent most of Saturday at the Farmer’s Market, much to my delight, playing with the multitude of children I invariability collect. This Saturday grew a garden of children, cultivated by Mother’s love, the Waldorf School and rain, sun and more rain! Three lovely girls Willow Moon, Meadow Rose and Iris helped me so much catching my fly a way signs and papers and kept me laughing all day. My sweet flowers encouraged me to decorate some rocks with Henna and glitter. we had a great time with this as they had to go in search of rocks for me to decorate! It was also a unique way of showcasing the art! I’m going to bring some bigger rocks next week (See my flicker site for more Farmer’s Market Photos)
Two of these flowers belonged to “Holly’s Dollies” (no website unfortunately). Holly makes the most beautiful handmade dolls I have ever seen they look so comfy and cuddly! They all all handmade with recycled cloth or knitted materials (no voc’s or plastic).and they are very well made She also makes all the hand knitted/sewn clothes for the Dollies. I recommend you come and see her for a truly unique and remarkable toy.
Many folks came out this week and got to connect with some old friends and Henna clients! It was so great to hear your stories. One family was from a private Henna party back in January 09 when the next day, they travelled to the Caribbean. I was informed that my designs lasted a the full two weeks and a couple of them even got the reverse tattoo effect. That is when the Henna stained skin acts as a natural sunscreen, so as it fades a white negative of the design may result. It is a very cool effect. If you tan well over the summer, consider having a Henna to experience it yourself.
Next weekend should be sunny and warm (one can hope!) So dust off those sundresses and sandals and come get some Henna!
I hope to see you all at the next Farmer’s Market April 18. Have a great week!
Posted on : 21-03-2009 | By : Chele
We are the universe made conscious. It wants to experience it all, every aspect and permutation of life. Here’s the kicker, all..at…once….I am you, you are me, we are the trees, rocks, all creatures, fire and the sea. See yourself in their eyes. Blessed Ostara, time to awake .. time to grow.
It’s mid spring, Equinox the bulbs are coming up, the buds are on the trees, getting ready to burst. Flowers spiraling out from the bud.
This Equinox was very busy but a relaxing one so I was encouraged. The Equinox is about balance so I decided to start with yoga. Bikram Yoga is about the best thing I do for myself. So cleansing and it makes me straighter so I can bend over and do Henna for hours on end. After a great class I was treated to a massage to heal my RMS (repetitive motion sickness) in my arm and shoulder. I felt very relaxed after and ready for my Crystal Healing from Owl House Crystal Solutions. Kristine from Owl House, is amazing and clued me in to a lot about myself I needed to know. I’d recommend her. She does online readings, and readings in person out at Wise Awakenings. After which I was blessed to go to Lummi Isle and do some henna healing.
Lummi is rain in the sunshine, rainbows, laughter and puppies. A healing spiral for a Goddess. I spent a fine day with her and her family. A doting husband and two sweet giggling children. She is very lucky to have so much love and support. The Henna (pictured) was designed to move the energy of her pain though and out of her body. It was an enlightening and loving experience.
Later I went to The Compassion Concert’s dress rehearsal. The music is very meditative and enlivening. I most enjoyed hearing the silence between the notes. When you listen to music like that it seems as if the music bursts from the silence and as if it is being birthed. The Concert is tonight March 21 at the Whatcom Museum Rotunda at 7pm. I hope to see you there.
I plan to spend this day out in the sunshine with my family I hope you enjoy your day as well. Everyday is a beautiful day and today just proves it! Have a great one.
Posted on : 15-03-2009 | By : Chele
Thanks to her Highness and Grand Web Mistress Amber B, the Henna Moon Website is up and running smoothly again, and with a whole new look! Have a look around and come back and visit often as the new format will allow me to make frequent updates. I want to thank and congratulate Amber for all her hard work on this beautiful website. (More about Amber to come on links page) . I also want to thank my beautiful models, (one who is for the moment choosing to remain anonymous), for all she went through for that one lovely photo. And last but never least our lovely Goddess Moon, Henna Moon’s full moon photo is from the The National Optical Astronomy Observatory website or the NOAO (http://www.noao.edu/image_gallery/html/im0650.htm) isn’t it glorious? Thank you ladies from the bottom of my heart!
This year is gearing up to be a busy and fulfilling one. The Farmers Market is just around the corner and should prove to be an enriching experience. I love Bellingham folks and I’m looking forward to spending time with all of you. I’m working on some healing Henna for 2 different ladies one with chronic arthritis and one with endometriosis. My hope I can bring some comfort, Henna feels so good when your not.
I have a private party in March, a wedding in May and two pregnant mothers in May and June respectively. I’m looking forward to all of them. My last project was a friend travelling home to surprise her mother. I gave her a spring garden down both arms. I’m really getting into the flowers lately. Must be the weather.
For spring and in honor of my grand re-opening, I am offering a $10 off coupon for any 2 hour or more party booked during the month of April (for April or any following month). $25 non-refundable deposit required to hold party date and will be credited to your bill at time of service along with a $10 off coupon.
Thank you for visiting come back often and have a wonderful spring (snowy/rainy) day.
~ Chele Eva
Posted on : 01-02-2008 | By : Chele
| February 29, 2008 | to | March 1, 2008 |
February 29 – March 1, 2008
Posted on : 01-02-2008 | By : Chele
http://www.wildbuffalo.net
Bellingham, WA
Saturday March 8, 2008
Starts early at 7:30 pm. All Nighters and DJ Buckshot will provide music all night long!
Beauty Bar is returning for it’s third installment. There will be goody bags at the door, raffles, local retailers selling their goods and salon services (one complimentary with each entry) .
$10, (goes towards local non-profits)
Posted on : 01-01-2008 | By : Chele
http://jimkrausedesign.com
