Personal Mastery

Let me start with Wednesday... I drove my white Potato car into St. Helena in hopes that I would still be able to squeeze a few more miles out of what any mechanic would describe as a failing transmission.Smoke started to emerge from under the hood as the car barely made it into the town of St. Helena. I parked by a Middle School and immediately called The Polly Klass foundation to donate the vehicle.

After arranging a pickup, I locked the car up, and walked from there to the credit union about a quarter of a mile away. Arriving there, I walked up to the teller and requested a loan application. I filled it out and after submitting it to the bank officer, I proceeded out the door and down the block to the Zumalt dealership to purchase a 2010 Ford Focus. Incredibly, I was able to drive the car off the lot that night and now had transportation to get to a Personal Mastery workshop in Novato the next evening.

Bob and Linda Kranzke have been friends ever since I met them years ago in San Francisco, while attending personal growth workshops at Creative Communication Experiences (CCE). Bob graciously invited me to attend this Personal Mastery Intensive, and let me spend the nights at his home for the duration of the workshop.

The workshop itself was fantastic, as many areas of “How I live my life" were addressed. The synchronicity of events leading up to this past weekend were uncanny. I made many new friends and was able to identify myself as a "Rock Artist” for the first time. Interesting how things come together.

Rock of the week

This is a decorated stack of rocks called a “Cairn”. These were popular throughout countries like Scotland and Ireland to show people that they were on the right path, long before street signs.

As the Farmer’s Market season draws to a close, I would like to thank all of you who came by to visit me at the Spirit Rocks table.

This was my first year doing this, and I hope to build this little business. You have made it all worthwhile for me, and I hope to continue along these lines. So if you are reading this, please stay in touch and contact me for any special gift rocks you would like me to create. Your Spirit Rocks !

Custom Rocks

You can order a custom-painted Spirit Rock for yourself or a friend by emailing me with your phone number and how you heard about this blog. I will give you a call and we can work out the specifics then. You can reach me by email by typing banteron at gee mail dot com.

Poster Design

Welcome

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The Saturday Market in Calistoga

This summer has kicked into high gear at the Farmer’s Market. Many of you have found your way to the YOUR SPIRIT ROCKS! ™ stand to purchase a rock or pendant for a friend or loved one. Lately, the designs have become more sophisticated. Stacked rocks, Animal talismans, Ancient Symbols and a whole new assortment of different sizes. No two rocks are alike, which makes it fun to watch as you take your time to pick a rock that is to your liking. It is amazing to watch a smile break out across someone’s face as the right choice is made.

So I thank all of you for visiting the Calistoga Farmer’s Market on these beautiful Napa Valley mornings. I wish you all an overflowing of loving kindness and a joyous summer of abundant fun.

Christopher

Pendants !

Now it seems like eons ago, but somehow I got the idea to drill holes in the Spirit Rocks to make pendants out of them. This proved to be a very labor intensive, time consuming proposition. Each hole took me about a half-hour to drill with a hand drill. Then two out of five of these rocks would crack and break. Great. Well, after visiting a craft shop in Guerneville, I discovered a handy little mount that adheres to the back of the rock with a loop, so that they can be hung from a lanyard or necklace. These are nice little show pieces that are eye-catchers for sure. I like wearing one, just to hear the nice compliments I get from people.

FAQ’s

Q. What do I do with my Spirit Rock?
A. Use it as a placeholder in a book or as a paperweight on your desktop or nightstand. Have it be a reminder tool by putting it by the front door when you want to remember something.
Q.Will it make me a more spiritual person?
A.There is no guarantee here. In the past, Shamans and priests have used rocks a way of connecting with their ancestors in tribal rituals.Today, people use these rocks as meditation devices for centering and focusing. Some say that it helps them quiet their mind and free their spirit.
Q.Can I use it as a night light?
A. The luminescent glow is activated by regular light, and only lasts a short time.Therefore it cannot be used as a night light.
Q. Is it safe to put in water?
A. No. Although the paints used are non-toxic, the surface can soften very easily and dissolve in water. Therefore it is wise to keep it in a soft cloth or bag.

Do you have one?

If you have your own Spirit Rock, or have given one to a friend, Welcome !

The Spirit Rock is not a pet rock, it has it's own unique quality. Some use these as a meditation device to center oneself. They are low-maintenance, enjoyable items to give and receive. It has been painted and decorated to encourage you to seek beauty in your own life.

The Spirit Rock is a testimony to your good fortune and your future. Carry one in your pocket, meditate with it and make it your own. It will help focus your attention and foster inner peace.

If the rock isn't for you... then Pass it on ! These rocks have only as much power as you give them. Rocks, like good friends are kept around, and intended to be long-lasting.

Be gentle with the rock.Don't throw or mishandle it. These are painted with water soluble acrylic paint. They are then decorated with glitter and glow in the dark paint, and finally coated with a varnish. The surface is NOT indestructible, so keep it protected!

and as always, just know that...

"Your Spirit Rocks !"

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