Dear Readers,

Summertime is vacation time for the children, my favorite span of time as I have more free time to spend with my nieces and nephews. This past weekend with three joyful and beautiful children we enjoyed a variety of outside activities: gymnastic demonstrations on the patio, art projects in the meditation studio, and the bathing and grooming of our family pet, Heart, an adorable six-month old Lhasa Apso.

These activities with the children began my thoughts around self-care and the process of development that happens as we first begin to learn, as children, how to care for our mind, body and soul. As we think back as adults, our parents demonstrated our first impetus towards self-care. Those examples early on began our journey towards how we live today as adults.

Staring down into the mouths of little ones with the brushing of teeth, "touch up" as we call it, I saw sheer joy they have in doing something so important for their bodies now, and into the years to come. Beautiful white teeth, pink gums and the beauty of no fillings began me thinking, Here is how I started out. Where I am now is something very different, with my share of gold crowns and a set of teeth having served me for a good number of years.

As adults we have the opportunity to set a healthy and conscious example for the children around us. During my visit to Le Sport this past June, I gave myself the chance for self-discovery--or re-discovery--of all my thoughts, feelings and emotions towards my own self-care, and the highs and lows that have gotten me to this point in my life. In the article linked below, I will share my journey to one of the most peaceful and beautiful spots on the face of the earth. With the sharing of the setting and activities possible at Le Sport, comes the programmed thoughts around what it means to slow down, relax and care for yourself in a way not easily found in the hectic stress-filled life of the 21st century adult. I discovered that caring for myself without the usual distractions of cell phones, e-mails, and stacks of mail, was not as easy as I had first planned. That what I had grown accustomed to over the years was hard to let go of--a kind of security, signaling all was well. For the "Body Holiday," Le Sport says to its guests: "Give us your body for a week and we'll give you back your mind." Funny, I did know I was missing something...and am grateful for the re-discovery.

In vibrant health,

Jan "Shay" Arave, President
Pure Energy Rx

Jan "Shay" Arave, president of Pure Energy Rx, relates her growth-inspiring experiences at LeSport Resort's Body Holiday in St. Lucia. Her time immersed in self-care brought into sharp focus a missing element in many of our lives. Disconnecting and letting it be okay to focus on self was more difficult than first thought. Read about how her life's priorities have changed and how she was affected by her two-week visit to this tropical paradise.

Boyd Martin, professional drummer in Portland, Oregon, and the Pure Energy Rx Webmaster, relates his intense practice of yoga and self-care to the priorities of daily life and career. "At 50 years old, I realized that although I had been aware and careful with my nutrition and diet, I was still 30 pounds overweight, my back hurt constantly, and all the "little pains" and "minor conditions" from my 20's had come back to haunt me in a much bigger way. It was time to take definitive action before I ended up a crippled up old man at 60." This is his story.

Accepting what is, transforms what is. Going inside is a skill. With practice it becomes second nature. Do not doubt your purpose. Your presence on earth makes a difference to many. Whenever you seek you are blessed. Whenever you find you become the blessing. --Frank Coppieters, Urban Shaman

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED PRODUCT

Carrot Top Herbal Tea Contains select Organic Amish grown carrot tops, with domestic organic Spearmint, Peppermint and Parsley. An excellent de-toxing combo, this carrot top tea, can cleanse and strengthen the kidneys and bladder, is an excellent source of Vitamin K and the electrolyte potassium. It can assist with healing acne by stimulating the pituitary gland and liver. Many people have found relief from kidney and bladder infections, and prostrate problems in two days, but the average time for prostate relief is one week with three gallons of Carrot Top Tea. Other health benefits have been attributed to this marvelous tea including improved bowel function and elimination of nagging low back pain. Make a refreshing summertime tea served chilled over ice with a twist of orange, and a sprig of fresh spearmint. As our formulator, Ennis Yoder says, "Natural health care and health may only be herbs away. Avoid side effects and go natural!" AUGUST SPECIAL: Order two packages (6 tea bags) and get the third free!

AUGUST SPECIAL

The S.E.S. Therapeutic Tooth Gel and Mouth Rinse help to facilitate the mechanical removal of plaque build up, (the leading cause of dental decay). The S.E.S. Therapeutic Tooth Gel can be used on a toothbrush, or on your finger, massaging onto the area of concern. In laboratory studies, the stabilized Aloe Vera formula in the S.E.S. Therapeutic Tooth Gel was found to be just as effective as Prednisolone and Indomethacin (common anti-inflammatory drugs), without having the long-term toxicity. Proper oral hygiene plus the S.E.S. Therapeutic Tooth Gel & Mouth Rinse combination has proven very effective in plaque reduction and removal. Laboratory testing at Baylor College of Dentistry has demonstrated the stabilized Aloe Vera formula to be bactericidal to the five strains of Streptococcus Mutans bacteria, a major bacterial component of dental plaque. AUGUST SPECIAL: For every dental product order, receive one Mouth Rinse FREE ($14.00 value)!

In vibrant living,

Jan "Shay" Arave
President, Pure Energy Rx
www.pureenergyrx.com
ORDER LINEService Voice Mail: 620-399-7462