Let Go and Let God



I love getting bags of these tear shaped beads which feel like porcelain when you tap them against your teeth. They are harvested way up in the hills by Winston a rastafarian farmer and gardener I've known since I was about 10 years old. He supplies fresh fruits and vegetables to my family and for me he delivers a bag of beads, the sight of which puts a huge smile on my face. They grow like corn, some people here in Jamaica have never heard or seen them some have, but most don't know what they are. They are called Job's Tears named after Job in the bible a man that went through great suffering and loss and who was rewarded double by God for his faith inspite of all that he went through. I refer to them as blessing beads they are infused with the earth's energy. Grown in Jamaica's nutrient rich soil and sunshine the island is a magical place of grounding and healing, the rock as some people call it. I make malas or necklaces with the help of Miss Paula. We use a 108 beads a sacred number in Buddhism and Hinduism as well as in the sciences. 108 blessing beads and a mantra, a mantra is an affirmation or prayer you say and you can use the beads to count. I have given many away as blessings to friends and strangers here is one person's message to me.

 "Kristie, I wanted to tell you that I've gotten many compliments on your beads that you gave me. I wore them today simply because they matched my outfit . Then, I did my yoga 1st thing (which is a rarity) and they must have given me the courage to quit my job. I'm so happy now! Do these beads have some magic powers or something?"

We all go through difficult situations lets support each other in letting go and just letting god. Looking forward to the Caribbean Yoga Conference, the universe made it very possible to attend this year, it lined up people, places, so many many things, so inspite of how I am feeling, I am learning myself to let go and let god.

Namaste

Caribbean Yoga Conference 2013

Looking forward to the the CYC this year in Montego Bay and reconnecting with the wellness community. Working on malas for the VIP presenters. Main Event January 31st to February 3rd.