I hope you all are having a fantastic week and enjoying the slightly warmer winter weather we’ve been having!       I’ve decided to share some of my time teaching another love of mine. Most of you might not know that I have been playing the flute most of my life.  I’ve played for almost 15 years now. I have the honor of playing 3 services a week in the worship band at Back Mountain Harvest Assembly of God Church. I wish now to pass on this love for music by teaching school age kids how to play the flute. If you know any kids that would have an interest in learning this joy don’t be afraid to contact me. I’ll be having one-on-one lessons through my home (Dorrance, PA) that will be 45 minutes in length & only cost $15 a lesson. I’ll be starting them off from the beginning (how to breathe properly, tonal quality, notes, etc. then progressing to songs). You can contact me by replying to this e-mail or by phone (570)709-8253.

“Hallelujah Hive Note”               January 17, 2010

Hi Friends,
Thanks for opening the note today. Please enjoy!

Green Dragon & Hometown Farmers Markets!  Great savings this week!! At the Markets Only!!!

Raw Honey SPECIAL!

All 2 pound Honey $2 off

Honey Gardens Wild Cherry Syrup SPECIAL!
Good for cough, congestion and sinus problems.

8 oz–$2 off

Hallelujah Acres Probiotic professional strength.
Good for keeping that friendly flora in the intestines when lost from anti-biotics and other lifestyle conditions. 10%off

Hallelujah Acres Barley Max SPECIAL!
*25% OFF while supplies last on Small Barley Max Powder (4.2 oz.) Reg. $23.95, Now $17.95!!!!
*Buy any H.Acres whole food supplement at regular price and receive $5 off the Barley Max in Large Powder or Capsules sizes.

HALLELUJAH HIVE NEW PRODUCTS!!

*Lavender Natural Skin Cream
*Patchouli Natural Skin Cream
These creams, along with our Rose/Frankincense and Sandalwood creams are for the face and whole body. They are totally natural. These creams moisturize and feed the skin.
You will notice a major difference with these high end real (not artificial in anyway) creams.
Patchouli & Lavender 4oz–$19.95, 1.75oz–$11.95

Coming in two weeks: Lavender Oats Natural body soap

Nutrition/Weight Loss Classes!
This Sunday, January 24th (and every Sunday till the end of April).

Where: In the “Blue House” on the property of Back Mountain Harvest Assembly of God Church on Carverton Road in Trucksville.
When: Sunday at 9:45 am till 10:45 am
Cost: FREE
What’s it about: Better, even optimal health, natural weight loss, prevention and healing of disease, the Bees and more……….
Join us as we travel the path to being a kid again. God says in Psalm 103 that He heals all our disease and renews our youth like the eagle. Many are seeing this firsthand, before their eyes. The Lord has provided through nature all we need to be healthy without drugs and nursing homes.
We are studying natural weight loss, prevention and healing of disease and simple tips on recapturing and maintaining a youthful body and mind.
We will also explore my passion, the honeybees, and how they bring miraculous healing and strength to us humans.
For more info, call Mark or Dorothy at 570-401-1353 or 570-868-8172

For ordering, studying our natural products, or just looking at the pictures, our professional website is: www.HallelujahHive.com

“I’m Constipated, Moody, and I Can’t Lose Weight”

Been there! Done that! What a place to be. It hurts. It seems hopeless. It is amazingly frustrating. OK! So much for the negative. That is enough of the half empty glass.
Ladies and Gentlemen, constipation, moodiness, and not being able to lose weight is NOT an incurable disease. I have been there. Others I have seen have had victory in this area. I have had victory in this area. Please allow me to share some tips on breaking up the so-called log jam.
Let’s first look at some causes of constipation and or weight gain:

#1 Insufficient amounts of fiber in the diet.
#2 Insufficient amounts of fluids in the diet.
#3 Not enough exercise.
#4 Side effects from drugs such as painkillers and antidepressants.
#5 Heavy consumption of junk food.
#6 Some medications such as blood pressure and heart medicines.
#7 Calcium supplements.

So let us deal with these causes one by one.
#1- not enough fiber. White sugar, white flour, processed foods and animal products including meat, fish, eggs and dairy are big in not containing fiber.
Try eating less of these non foods and eat more fibrous foods like vegetables (Raw, steamed, baked), fruits, yams, sweet potatoes, brown rice, greens & beans, raw honey, fresh bee pollen etc.
#2—Not enough fluids. Try working up to half your body weight in ounces of pure water everyday. Drink lots of organic de-caf green or herbal teas, freshly extracted vegetable juices like carrot/celery, beet and barley grass juice. Now were on a roll. Can’t you feel the constipation already showing signs of breaking up?
#3—Not enough exercise. You can break up the fallow ground by doing some walking everyday. Maybe throw in some swimming, or an aerobic workout. I try to do some push-ups, sit-ups and get some weight bearing exercise with dumbbells several times a week.
#4—Side effects from painkillers and antidepressants. Well, if you think about it, if you are already doing number one, two and three, you probably don’t need these meds anymore anyway.
#5—Heavy consumption of junk food. JUST STOP IT!!!
#6—Blood pressure and heart meds. The blood pressure should naturally come down by cutting out a lot of the animal fats that thicken the blood making the heart work more.
Try doing a gentle colon cleanse also to relieve the blood pressure. HEY! We have a gentle colon cleanse, which now also comes in lemon and apple flavor.
By doing all these lifestyle changes, you could see your heart getting stronger too.
#7—Calcium supplements. Raw calcium comes naturally in Raw Honey, Fresh Bee Pollen, raw fruits and veggies. It does not happen in pasteurized dairy. That is cooked calcium. Raw organic dairy is good in moderation.
OK! If you have done all of the above, your constipation should be going away. There should be no more mood swings, because you are now feeling good. And you are probably really in a good mood, because you just checked out your weight on the scale and it is going down. Hallelujah!!
Hope to see you at the markets this week,
Mark
PS> I have attached Laura’s Sweet Gourmet note underneath. Besides being a baker and gourmet chef, our daughter Laura is also a musician, who plays the flute. She is now offering lessons, which she talks about below.

12/15/09
Laura’s Sweet Gourmet

Organic Bakery
Hey Everyone,
I hope you all are having a fantastic week and enjoying the slightly warmer winter weather we’ve been having!       I’ve decided to share some of my time teaching another love of mine. Most of you might not know that I have been playing the flute most of my life.  I’ve played for almost 15 years now. I have the honor of playing 3 services a week in the worship band at Back Mountain Harvest Assembly of God Church. I wish now to pass on this love for music by teaching school age kids how to play the flute. If you know any kids that would have an interest in learning this joy don’t be afraid to contact me. I’ll be having one-on-one lessons through my home (Dorrance, PA) that will be 45 minutes in length & only cost $15 a lesson. I’ll be starting them off from the beginning (how to breathe properly, tonal quality, notes, etc. then progressing to songs). You can contact me by replying to this e-mail or by phone (570)709-8253.
In other news here’s some more information on ordering for Valentine’s Day!!
Sweeten your Valentine’s Day with guilt-free desserts and treats that are sure to make the day of your special someone! Do you have a special Valentine’s Day event? Impress your hosts or guests with a delicious cake, plate of chocolates, or cookies that will have them floating on cloud nine without a sugar rush! All of my treats are made with the highest quality organic ingredients including whole grain flours, unrefined sweeteners, and all natural colors and flavors!
Choose From (But Not Limited To):
·        Assorted Dark Chocolate Truffles (Cocoa Powder, Coconut, Mint Cream Filled, Peanut Butter filled, Cherry Conserve Filled)
·        Heart Shaped Decorated Sugar Cookies
·        Double Chocolate Cookies w/ Strawberry Filling
·        Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
·        Chocolate Cherry Swirl Cheesecake
·        Cherry Cheesecake
·        Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake
·        Decorated Chocolate Layer Cake w/ Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry,  or Cream Cheese Frosting
·        Decorated Chocolate Chip Layer Cake w/ Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, or Cream Cheese Frosting
·        Decorated Vanilla Layer Cake w/ Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, or Cream Cheese Frosting

(All orders must be in by February 3rd for pick-up by the 10th  at Hometown Farmer’s Market. Alternatively, by February 6th for   pick-up at my home in Dorrance on the 13th)

~*Hometown Market Specials*~
·     Decorative Chocolate Layer Cake w/ Peanut Butter Frosting
·     Banana Nut Cake w/ Vanilla Glaze**
·     Chocolate Chip Cookies w/ Strawberry Filling
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·     Dark Chocolate Truffles**
·     Garden Rolls w/ Oriental Dipping Sauce^
·     Mock Chicken Salad Wrap^ (in a Whole Wheat or Spelt Tortilla)
·     “Philly Cheese Steak” Wrap w/ Homemade Veggie Burgers & Cashew Cheese*

*Wheat Free**Wheat and Gluten Free^Nut Free
As always, my products are made with all Organic flours and sugars. A good portion of unrefined ingredients like whole wheat pastry flour and evaporated cane juice sugar are used regularly. Most of the ingredients are organic. No artificial colors or flavors are used. Also, everything is Vegan, with the exception of honey, although I don’t use it often in my products. Only the Best All Natural Quality Ingredients are used for a taste that is Delightfully Delicious!      Please don’t hesitate to e-mail or call me with any questions, comments, ordering, or just to talk food! I love to hear from you all.
Special orders are welcome for all occasion decorative cakes, pies, cookies, muffins, breads, gluten free, etc.

E-mail address: LaurasSweetGourmet@hotmail.comPhone # (570)709-8253

Website: http://www.LaurasSweetGourmet.com