October and November are some of my busiest months for selling at off-site events. I just returned from a week in the Canaan Valley of WV. The closer I got to the Davis, the more brilliant became the colors of the leaves. The flaming reds, golden yellows and rich oranges became more beautiful around each curve in the road. Looking out from my room in the lodge was like living in an autumn oil painting. I love Fall. Maybe it was growing up in New England that instilled this love of the changing colors. I still remember my first football game at the old Pitt stadium when I first came to Pittsburgh - the crisp chilly air so clear and fresh. We loved to rake leaves into great big pikes for the kids to jump in. Living close to Frick Park back then was such a gift. Unfortuantely this glorious season turns to winter all too soon. But as you look out at the gorgeous landscape remember that spring can only come after the leaves have fallen. And each of those leaves will eventually become a flower once again.

We have lots of things happening at Journeys as usual. Please read through the newsletter so you do not miss any of the great events coming up this month. We are starting to ramp up our merchandise for the early holiday shoppers. You will see some of the newest arrivals below. The annual Halloween Spirit Fest is Oct 24th. We have special "treats" planned for Halloween and an opportunity for your organization to make money by shopping at Journeys.

I hope that as you plan your holiday shopping you will keep Journeys of Life at the top of the list of places to find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Thanks for helping to keep Journeys alive and well in 2010! I treasure your support. Jean

HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND AT JOURNEYS

Friday - Oct 15 - 1:00 - 5:00 pm : Intuitive Alicia Fronczek
One-on-one consultations and spirtual counseling sessions based on messages clairvoyantly channelled from her guides and yours.

Friday - Oct 15 - 7:00 - 9:00 pm : Dowsing in Everyday Life
Join holistic health practitioner Matthew Smith for a fun evening using pendulums and L-rods. Explore using pendulums for holistic health and everyday use. Learn techniques for successful dowsing including programming your pendulum, centering the mind, and asking the right question.

Saturday - Oct 16 - 1:00 - 3:00 pm : Hounds on the Town
Shadyside is going to the dogs today - the greyhounds that is! Join us as we welcome the fine folks from Steel City Greyhounds. Consider opening your heart, your wallet and your home to a beautiful hound. Proceeds from the fund raising actually do 'go to the dogs'!

Saturday - Oct 16 - 1:00 - 5:00 pm : Chakra Scanning & Balancing
Holistic practitioner Matt Smith uses pendulums and charts to analyze blockages within your chakra system. He suggests techniques and therapies that will help bring your chakra systems back into balance as well as perform a relaxing chakra balancing session.

Sunday - Oct 17 - 1:00 - 4:00 pm : Traditional Tarot
Robin is an intuitive empath that will help guide you on your path using Tarot insights, spirit guides and intuition. Robin is an Usui Reiki Master/Teacher and utilizes crystal therapy, candle work , aromatherapy, and pendulum work as well as healing energy in her practice.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN PITTSBURGH

Journeys needs your help!

MENS SHELTER DINNER
Thursday Oct 21st - 7pm

We are sponsoring the evening dinner at the homeless shelter in East Liberty and need people to help. We will be feeding 40 men and need some help with bringing food as well as people who can help serve dinner. Email Jean if you are able to help. Together we can make a difference.

No One Should Have To Be Cold This Winter

Journeys will be accepting donations of new and very gently used coats for distribution to EECM clients this fall. Help EECM provide warm winter coats to hundreds of clients in their Hunger, Homeless, and Children & Youth programs. Coats in all sizes are welcome, but we do have a particular need for men's coats in sizes large and extra large.

Coats may be brought to Journeys or dropped off at EECM's Drop-In Center inside Fourth Presbyterian Church (5450 Friendship Ave. at the corner of Roup and Friendship) now through November 5.

Thanks for sharing the warmth and making a difference!

Essential Oil
Roll ons

Natural Options Aromatherapy

Natural Options makes it easy to use pure essential oil blends to treat what ails you. Their Essential Oils are pure, natural and the highest quality found anywhere. And all of their products are made in Ohio!

Each of the roll-on products has been specially formulated for maximum effectiveness. All are packaged in a .33 ounce glass bottle and use a proprietary Feather Light Oil which is a blend of Canola Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Borage Oil, Octyl Palmitate (from Coconut Oil), Olive Oil, and Vitamin E. It is non-staining and water dispersible. All Roll Ons are $14 each

Arthritis - Hot Flash - Stress Release - Sinus Relief - Sleep Easy - Flu Away - Night Cramps - Lavendar - Chai

Carry these Roll Ons in your purse, pocket or backpack. Keep them close by to treat whatever ails you!
We alo carry several of Natural Option Creams, one specially blended to help with neuropathy. And the Hot Flash spray is essential for women of a certain age! Testers available at Journeys.

FALL FEST AT THE REX

SUNDAY - OCTOBER 24th

Join us for a spooky afternoon at the Rex. Sample different readers, bodyworkers and shop new vendors.
Food by The Vegan Goddess

Get out your best Halloween Duds and join the Costume Contest @ 2 PM

Door Prizes - Artists - Vendors are included with the $5.00 Admission.

See you at The Rex
11:00am - 5:00pm
1602 E Carson Street - So Side

Nora - Spiritual Response Therapy Sessions
Victoria - Psychic Intuitive    Isis - Tarot
Monica - Medium    Kat - Sea Shell Readings
Patricia Mauro & Karen Bunting - Palmistry
Deb Pakler - Medium Rebecca Bllom - Tarot
Linda Cartwright - Tarot    Anita - Angel Readings
Robin - Intuitive Tarot   Paul Mediger - Psychic
Stephanie - Akashic Records
Mary Faith - Angelic Channel

Aura Photography

Intuitive Massage - Alicia Fronczek
Reflexology - The Sage Center
Tuning Fork Healing - Brad Silberberg
Chair Massage - The Sage Center
Sound Healing Gongs -
Reiki - Pam Fagelson
Musical Harp Healing - Stephanie Miller

Ja Re Jewelry - Mesa Creative Arts Center
Reiki Candles & Chakra Balancing -  Never More Jewelry

GOODIES, GHOSTS & GOBLINS

Legend of the Jack-O-Lantern

A legend from 18th century Ireland passed down through the ages.
There was a stingy drunkard of an Irishman named Jack who tricked the Devil into climbing an apple tree. Then Jack quickly cut the sign of a cross into the trunk of the tree, thereby preventing the Devil from climbing down. Jack made the Devil swear that he wouldn't ever come after Jack's soul again or claim it in any way. However, this did not stop Jack from dying and when he did he was not allowed into Heaven, because of his life of drinking, being tightfisted and being deceitful. And because of the oath the Devil had taken Jack was not allowed into Hell either. "But where can I go?" asked Jack. "Back where you came from!" replied the Devil. The way back was windy and dark. The Devil, as a final gesture, threw a live coal at Jack straight from the fire of Hell. To light his way and to keep it from blowing out in the wind Jack put it in a turnip he was eating. Ever since Jack and his "lantern" has been traveling over the face of the earth looking for a place to rest.

It is thought that Halloween was brought to North America by immigrants from Europe who would celebrate the harvest around a bonfire, share ghost stories, sing, dance and tell fortunes.

HALLOWEEN TREATS AT JOURNEYS

Have we got a treat for YOU!
Spend $25 on Halloween and get a bag of treats for free!
THis is not a trick! Just some treats from all of us at Journeys.

MORE OCTOBER EVENTS

Mon Oct 18 - Group Meditation Circle - Deborah Donoghue : 6:30 - 7:30pm $10

Wed Oct 20 - Rev Johanna Sturlini, Spiritual Medium : 1:00 - 5:00pm $40

Thur Oct 21 - Akashic Records Circle - Stephanie Charles : 7:00 - 9:00pm $10

Sat Oct 23 - Psychic Intuitive - Victoria Zaitz : 1:00 - 4:00pm $50

Tue Oct 26 - Introduction to EFT - Deb Carter : 7:00 - 9:00pm

SAVE THE DATES

Mon Nov 1 - Monthly Reiki Exchange : 7:00 -9:00pm

Tues Nov 2 & 9 - Develop Your Intuition with Kari Samuels : 7:00 - 9:00pm

Sun Nov 7 - Gateway Rehab Recovery Breakfast in Warrendale 10:00am
Celebrate Dr. Twerski's 80th Birthday
$15 (412-766-8700, x1234)

Nov 16, 17, 18, 23 - Four Part Primordial Sound Meditation Workshop with Patty Eppley

More information for all of these events can be found on Journeys Calendar Page or by calling 412-681-8755

LOOK AT WHAT'S NEW AT JOURNEYS

Spiritual Stained Glass - Bold Inspirations Art Blocks
Kelly Rae Roberts Easle Prints - Recovery Gifts - Blended Smudge Bundles

Oatmeal Body Care - Teeny Tiny Wobbly Bowls - Sleepy Time Aromatherapy
Hanging Lotus Lamps - Crved Quan Yin Wall Plaque

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Put the FUN back in FUNdraising

Are you tired of selling candy, hoagies and magazines? A perfect alternative for raising money for your school or non-profit group is a FUNraising Fair at Journeys of Life. Just in time for holiday shopping, Journeys FUNdraising Events make it easy and FUN to invite your members to support your cause.

Eaill Jean for a FUNdraising brochure. We will send you all the particulars on how you and your group can participate in Journeys unique community partnering program. We are now scheduling events for fall dates.

Shopping at Journeys can make money for your group! What could be better?

15% off in October
10% off in November   REVERSE CALENDAR SALE

No need to wait until January to find calendars on sale. Choose from a great selection of 2010 Calendars at Journeys.

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Journeys of Life
810 Bellefonte St - Shadyside - Pittsburgh, PA 15232
412-681-8755
jean@journeysoflife.com
Store Hours
Mon - Sat 10am - 5:30pm   -   Wed til 8:00pm   -   Sun noon - 5:00pm