An Ode to Deena: A Miracle Among Us 03/22/2010
 Let me let out a long deep breath before I begin... I have been busy at the salon since about 10:30am. I came up here to upload pictures from yesterday's Pink Posse event. I know everyone is anxious to see them. As I was uploading, I thought "I need some tunes..." so I Googled and was able to find a playlist with a few songs from "Don't Wake Aislin". Some of you are aware but others may not be but the lead singer of this band was one of our Henna artists yesterday. Miss Deena Jakoub. She is an amazingly talented singer as well as being a gifted henna artist. So I had my music going and I was smiling & uploading away and I felt the urge to send Deena a text message. I simply put "I just wanted to tell you that I think you are amazing. I'm listening to your music now as I am uploading yesterdays pics. Thank u for being you!" And that was it. I didn't really think that much about it, I was just feeling the music and reliving yesterday through the pictures and I just thought she should know that. I finally got done with the pictures and was fooling around some more on the computer, this time on YouTube, and I entered a search for "Don't Wake Aislin" again. What I found was amazing! I knew that there HAD to be something about this young women because from the first time I spoke to her, I knew that she was the one I wanted to be the henna artist for the Pink Posse event. I got such a good vibe from her. I never even spoke to another artist. I think Megan might have even questioned my thinking, "Are you sure we don't need a back-up or to call around?" Now it all makes sense! Deena is a truly unique and amazing soul. I thought she was such a blessing before that I felt I had to tell her in a text message but NOW.... I can't really put into words all that is going through my head at the moment so just enjoy the video! Some may think I should have waited until Easter to post this (and you'll see why) but I thought it would be good to keep this on your mind for the next two weeks leading up to Easter Sunday. Warning: I cried like a baby! Some would say it doesn't take me much, but let's see if you can keep a dry eye! Much Love, Stevi Practicing Patience 03/19/2010
 Hello! This is my third attempt to post a blog today. I somehow allowed this computer to be smarter than me! God has chosen today for me to practice patience. I fear I have failed my test. So...Be careful when you ask for patience. Your prayers will be answered with plenty of opportunities to BE patient. "Breath in, Breath out" Have a great and "patient" weekend! -Stevi Owning Life: Living In the Moment 03/16/2010
 "I could not, at any age, be content to take my place by the fireside and simply look on. Life was meant to be lived. Curiosity must be kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life." -Eleanor Roosevelt Inspiration: Wild Horses 03/12/2010
Walk In Someone Else's Shoes: Without Shoes 03/10/2010
It's interesting that my last post was about creating a new pair of shoes and then yesterday I came across this campaign. We don't realize how fortunate we are. On April 8th, I will be in California with NO SHOES! I want to "walk in someone else's shoes" or lack there of. We are working on our own campaign at the salon to get the local community involved. As our campaign develops I will share the detail with you here. Have a blessed day and remember to be thankful for the little things...like your shoes! -Stevi Being Green: Recycled Shoes 03/08/2010
Yesterday, I was cleaning my house and came across a pair of shoes I have not worn in over 3 years. They were a pair of pink and black, high-top, Chuck Taylor’s. I'm not crazy about the "baby" pink color, so I don't really wear them anymore. "If only they were a different color," I thought as I was about to toss them in the "DONATE" pile. Then, as if those were the magic words, I got an idea! I busted out my paints and sharpies and went to work! Here are some pictures of my end result. (Note: Ignore the crazy picture of myself, this is my cleaning face.)   Now I have a pair of fun, new shoes and they didn't cost me a penny! As soon as I was finished with my creation, my mom called. "Whatcha doin?" she asks. "I was just painting my shoes..." I replied. I can only imagine the look on her face as she said, "Well of course you were...What else would you have been doing?" We had a good laugh. I'm not suggesting that you clean out your closet and paint all of your shoes, but try to think of creative ways to reuse some of what you already have. Whether it’s an old shirt or curtains that can be dyed a new color or an ugly old dresser that could use a fresh paint job and some nifty drawer handles. Why buy new when we can reuse?! Let's get creative! -Stevi Little Wonders: Inspiration From Rob Thomas 03/06/2010
This is a beautiful song that provides me with light and inspiration. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Have a fabulous weekend! Peace & Love, Stevi Watch Out Cali: Here I Come 03/05/2010
 Last month at the Pink Posse Potluck, Megan had us make a list of 5 things we wanted to do, try or learn. We were asked to think BIG. It was a great way to find out what it is that we want in our lives and really put things in perspective. Why is it that we don't pursue these things? Are we scared? Do we not have enough money? Is there someone besides ourselves holding us back? After sharing these things, we all picked one in particular to begin pursuing first. I wanted to take on flying in an airplane again. Since Megan was going to be in California through the month of April, it seemed like the perfect opportunity for a vacation and a plane ride. I realize that flying is not something BIG for everyone to conquer, but for me it is a fear that touches a bit close to home. I have anxiety about flying in airplanes. Not because I am scared of heights or being closed in, not because I think we are going to crash or terrorist will take over the flight. It's nothing like that. I am simply afraid that I will have a panic attack on the plane. Even as I type this, it seems so silly. It's like saying I don't want to drive my car down the street because I might fall asleep and swerve into oncoming traffic or I don't want to go swimming because I might drown. I can’t help but think to myself, “Really? What? This is crazy!” If I continue to live into these assumptions, my fears will keep me from doing what I want. I will be missing out on many opportunities and experiences if I continue to let this fear control me. So, in spite of my fears, yesterday I booked my flight! I leave in April and I will be in the San Francisco area for 10 days! I have never been on vacation for that long and I am so excited! I am looking forward to the trip and I can't wait to conquer this fear and cross this off my list of things I want to do. Can you think of five things you would like to DO, TRY or LEARN? Make a list. It can be anything. Maybe you want to learn to speak French, take a cooking class, go hiking, travel overseas, color your hair pink, etc. Then pick one to pursue within the next week. You can do it! Watch out Cali, here I come... -Stevi |
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