The news of the earthquake that rocked Haiti this week has been dominating the news. It’s on every station, almost around the clock. The devastation is so great and far reaching, it hard for me to watch for more than one story or two.
It brings back memories of helpless watching as Katrina devoured New Orleans and the Gulf coast. I felt that there was nothing I could do. I mean, I’m just one person and this needed a major movement of people to turn this around.
Then I realized something. It’s not always about being in the thick of the battle, sometimes is about making sure the trucks has something to go into them, to take to the survivors. Sometimes it’s about giving of your time and hands to help get things collected, sorted and packed. Sometimes, the little things you put into motion can transform into something that’s is beyond you.
So, this time, in my effort to help, I’m compiling information that you can use to get the word out, check on loved ones or make a donation. The list will continue to grow as I find new links and information.
Keep the people and country of Haiti in your prayers, but also, help where you can.
Ways You Can Help:
- U.S. Department of State Hotline
- The State Department Operations Center has set up the following number for Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti: 1-888-407-4747 (due to heavy volume, some callers may receive a recording). Our embassy is still in the early stages of contacting American Citizens through our Warden Network. Communications are very difficult within Haiti at this time.
- Skip the latte & donate $5
- Wyclef has a text donation set up for Haiti. Text YELE to 501501 to donate $5 for Haiti Earthquake relief. It’s automatically added to phone bill. You can stay updated with the organization at http://www.yele.org/
- Donate locally
- Join in the efforts to bring supplies to the Haiti people by finding a local organization or church and making a donation. They are in desperate need of food, water, clothes, bandages, water, socks, underwear, etc. If you don’t have the money to buy what’s needed, you can always donate your time. This will be a big push in a lot of communities and I’m sure the extra body of help would be welcomed.
- UPS Provides FREE SHIPPING to Haiti
- Service to Haiti suspended; UPS provides aid Service Update UPS is providing financial support and emergency logistics assistance to help survivors of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. We are working with relief organizations to transport much needed supplies and food to the area. If you wish to donate to the relief efforts, UPS encourages you to work directly with the following organizations: The American Red Cross – www.redcross.org CARE – www.care.org UNICEF – www.unicef.org
UPS is not accepting shipments from individuals or local organizations due to the logistics challenges in Haiti. Service will resume as soon as conditions allow. Shipments to Haiti made prior to the earthquake are temporarily being held at UPS facilities in Miami.
The UPS package guarantee does not apply when transportation networks are disrupted.
- Service to Haiti suspended; UPS provides aid Service Update UPS is providing financial support and emergency logistics assistance to help survivors of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. We are working with relief organizations to transport much needed supplies and food to the area. If you wish to donate to the relief efforts, UPS encourages you to work directly with the following organizations: The American Red Cross – www.redcross.org CARE – www.care.org UNICEF – www.unicef.org
Do what you can, but please, if you can, do something. Even the smallest things add up to something greater. As the saying goes, many hands make light the work. Lend yours today.
I am literally in the midst of restructuring my business. That means going through everything I make (soooo much more than I realized), everything I offer and everything I wanted to add to my offerings.
I have discovered LOTS of supplies for gift projects, current aromatherapy products and things I’ve been wanting to create, but never found the time. What’s a woman to do? Offer it to the great people who want to start creating their own aromatic experiences that what!
At almost every event I’ve sold my products, there has always been a group of people wanting to know how I make what I make. Well, this year I’m going to let you in on my aromatherapy secrets.
I’m creating a new section in the SimplyClesha.com shop called Create Your Own and it will be chock full of supplies, ingredients and tutorials for you to make your own aromatherapy creations. From bottles and essential oils, to packaging and gift baskets (might as well share your aromatherapy creations, right?), 2010 will be all about Bringing Aromatherapy Home.
As always, I’ll keep you up-to-date of product being stocked and added to the shop, as well as special offers just for my Simply Clesha blog readers.
Here’s to a SCENTSATIONAL 2010!
Tags: create your own, diy
This is a great video reminding us that it’s not just about the end result. It’s about the journey.
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Well, it’s 2010 and this year I am knitting for me. There are so many pieces I want to try that doesn’t involve a scarf. This year I want to make my first sweater, hat and gloves. And, that’s just the beginning.
For the first time in months, I logged into my ravelry account. Oh, I’ve been knitting, but none of the projects I queued all last year. My pattern library at home is out of control and it’s time to start working my way through them.
When I checked out my queue, I noticed that I can now organize it. I know! How great is that! So, I decided which projects I want to complete first.
I know there are a couple scarf patterns in there, but…well, I want to make them. This year I also want to work on the Sweater Machine more. There are blankets and large pieces I want to make that I just don’t have the attention span to complete (hence my 4 year crochet blanket that I’m still working on).
Although my WIP (work in progress) basket is overflowing with half completed scarves, I’m going to start working on a non-scarf project. Stay tuned for all the yarny goodness to come!
Tags: knit projects, Ravelry
Another year. Another decade. Another opportunity to face challenges, dreams and to just plain get it right. As usual, I didn’t set any new year resolutions. I figure I know what I need to do, I just need to get off my butt and get it done. And that’s exactly what I’ve been doing lately.
Busy, busy, busy…
The end of 2009 had me busy writing, knitting, cleaning and reconnecting. No, I haven’t finally finished editing the 3rd draft of my novel. But, I have written 2 free aromatherapy email courses. So, still writing, just not in the genre I’ve been living in.
I’ve been knitting all those Christmas wraps and scarves and didn’t give them to the intended giftees. I did a holiday craft show in December (my first show in 3 years) and decided to take all of the gifts I knitting to the show. The plan was to sell the knits for the Team Millie Mil Race for the Cure fundraiser. It was a great way to get it kicked off and rolling. Well, that plan flopped, especially since I put next to a woman who crocheted hat and scarf sets. It wasn’t the fault of the organizers. They know me as the aromatherapy and shea butter lady. The fundraiser was a last minute idea. <sigh>
Instead of holding on to them, I gave them out to co-workers as gifts. They know I knit, but have never received any knit treasures from me. I surprised them all with a scarf and the response was priceless. The look of appreciation of their faces was the best gift for me.
Winter Cleaning
That takes care of knitting and writing, now we’ll move on to the mountain I have to move. When I say mountain, I mean mountain. I have accumulated so much in my business and personal lives that it’s time to really let things go. I’m not going through the task of cleaning out all of my crap stuff. I have a lot of business inventory I need to sell and personal items I need to donate or trash. It will probably take me all winter, but when I’m done, I’ll be done.
Another good thing, when it’s all done I’m having a major clearance sale. I’ll keep you posted about that.
Saying Hello Again
2009/2010 has also offered up opportunities to reconnect with old friends. I have yet to make a few phone calls, but it’s great to have at least connected over facebook (forcing me to visit more often than my usual every 3 months). This month I plan to make those phone calls and catch up to those who have added a light in my life in one way or another.
Journey Ahead
I’m really looking for all that 2010 will offer. I know it will be a year filled with changes and blessings. I know it, because I can feel it. And, when I feel it, I become more and more excited about it. Here’s to a great year!
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