Voting Open NOW for Best of Raw 2009 Awards :)

OoOooOoo, lots of yummmmmmy news today - first up:

VOTING is now OPEN for the ‘Best of Raw 2009’ Awards :)
The nominations are all in, for around 30 categories of raw people, goodies, places and services…and all those nomiantions have now been neatly arranged into a pretty voting form by the divine goddess Laura Fox over at http://www.BestofRaw.net - hop on over there now and cast YOUR votes in the myriad categories such as favourite raw restaurant, book, educator, media, blog, online store and so on...Mr. Monarch and I are smiling gratefully to be nominees in many categories ;) Thank you :) Winners are to be announced on December 30th – ENJOY :)

on December the 7th I was blissed with:

1 quart water
mug of herbal tea
1 tbsp bee pollen, 3 tbsp goji powder
3 cups greeeeeeeeeeeen juice: celery, tat soi, fennel, romaine, dandelion, fenugreek, spinach, ginger, lemon
bowl of energy soup with a new kind of kale chip sample and the YUMMY raw breads on the side, followed by an apple
mug of spicy tea
3 cups water
handful of AMAZING mini-persimmons in Ojai, 2 tbsp goji powder
3 cups water

NEW JOB POSITION open at TheRawFoodWorld.com :)
We’re very excited to say that expansion is unfolding rapidly at TheRawFoodWorld.com and we’d love to welcome a new gem to the team to help out madame Alara in the customer services dept...here are the deets:

Where: Here in OJAI at the warehouse
Job Includes: answering phones; taking orders
Skills Required:
• Must be relatively FAST on a computer; Comfortable with 5-6 internet windows open at one time...
• Friendly
• Detailed and Organized
• Efficient
• Health Passionate or at least Health Curious
• Also, must have a decent laptop that you can bring to work and use for the job --- nothing gets downloaded...just need email and internet
Hours: 4 hours, 4 days a week - preferably 10am-2pm Mon-Thurs , starting NOW :)
Compensation: $10 per hour with a possible pay increase in 6 months.

If you're interested in this position, please email Alara with your resume or a request to set up an interview...rawworldservice@gmail.com.
(Yesterday Mr. M and I had a meeting with all the staff of TheRawFoodWorld and we filmed a little of the event to help introduce the team to y’all – see HERE ;)

on December the 8th I enjoyed:

1 quart water
mug of herbal tea
glass of straight pomegranate juice – WOW :)
1 tbsp bee pollen
myriad samples of raw recipes as we created dinner for our whole RawFoodWorld crew ;)
3 cups water
plate of raw dinner concoctions followed by a chunk of the triple-layer cake – YUMMMM :) (recipe videos to follow soon, over at TheRawFoodWorld.tv...)
3 cups water


on December the 9th I loved:

1 quart water
3 tbsp fresh bee pollen
3 cups greeeeeeen juice: celery, zucchini, dandelion, tat soi, fennel, romaine, fenugreek, spinach, ginger, lemon
2 tbsp AMAZING honey samples
2.5 cups beet/apple juice
20 chlorella tablets, 3 tbsp goji powder
3 cups veggie juice: celery, romaine, sunflower greens, spinach, carrot
2 tsbp AMAZING new Diviana Nectar product
3 cups water

WONDERFUL update from Living Light about the fund for Elaina Love and her young son Dominic who is currently in the process of reversing leukemia at Hippocrates in Florida. You may recall a few days back I posted a message via Living Light calling for donations to help support the lovely Loves during this challenging time and here is a wonderful little update from Living Light:

“Incredibly, within the first 24 hours, we had received over 200 donations ranging from $5 to $250. Since then, the money, love, and prayers have poured in abundantly - we have been overwhelmed with the response. Just today, we received word that a benefactor will pay $2000 of Dominic's medical expenses and financial support is continuing to flow in. At this point, we are happy to report that we are close to raising the entire $20,000 that Elaina estimated she needs to cover their travel to Hippocrates and the services Dominic requires in attempting to save his young life.”

And a little quote from Elaina too, on email, via Living Light:

“Thank you all so very much for your generous contributions to Dominic's healing. My heart is so touched by you all and I am moved to tears daily. It touches me to my soul to know that you all care so much and to know how much we are loved. Dominic told me this morning that he plans on living to be an old man and that he will outlive us all! I loved hearing that. He is the bravest person I know and my personal hero!!!! One of the guests here told me today that he sets a good example for her and the others because he is so willing to do what it takes.

I know your love and prayers are powerful beyond measure. I appreciate your continued love and prayers, and am so grateful to all of you for the part you are playing in Dominic's return to well-being.

With all the love in my heart,

Elaina Love”

Apparently Brian Clement, director of Hippocrates, has also offered a partial scholarship to the Loves to help off-set the fees too :) Dominic still has a lot of healing to work through and all the love, prayers and support being sent their way are SOOOOO appreciated – it warms my heart so immensely too, to know that when one of the raw ‘tribe’ is in a challenging position like this, the raw ‘family’ gathers around to do our best to support them – LOVE it, thank you all SO much for all the yummy flow to the Loves :)

<3, love, LOVE,
Ms. Stokes-Monarch. xxx

Join The FREE Raw Mom Summit :)

OOOoooooooooo, I’m VERY excited to announce a fabulous new free raw online event coming up soon: The Raw Mom Summit ;O WOW :) I am soooo excited to hear this collection of interviews with speakers on natural parenting from around the world. This FR*E*E event starts on June 22nd and runs to June 28th – you can sign up HERE to listen to interviews with people such as:

*Byron Katie – world-renowned author/speaker
*Jean Liedloff (author of ‘The Continuum Concept’ – WOW :)
*Susun Weed – master herbalist
*Elena Tonetti (maker of the ‘Birth Into Being’ DVD)

Raw Gals:
* Victoria Boutenko * Shazzie * Anna Maria Clement * Brigitte Mars
* Kate Magic * Katrina Rainoshek * Nadine Artemis * Angela Stokes *
Valya Boutenko * Lorenna * Karen Ranzi * Andrea Nison *

Raw Guys:
* Gabriel Cousens * Brian Clement * David Wolfe * Paul Nison * Shantree *
Daniel Vitalis * Wayne Gendel *

Soooo...you may have noticed my name in there – what’s that all about you may wonder, as I’m not yet a momma? Well, the delightful organizers at RawMom.com wanted someone to speak about the emotional connection with food, so I got to play too :) Fun :)
I am suuuuuper excited to hear these interviews – I feel this is going to be an outstanding event on a topic that I personally am very interested in and I’m sure a lot of you are too – YAY :) Thanks to Shannon and Tera at RawMom for this amazing opportunity and remember y’all to click over HERE to register for this free event – enjoy :)

on June the 8th I had:

1 quart water
2 Tbsp bee pollen
2 cups greeeeen juice, ½ Tbsp ‘Elixir of the Lake’ powder – phew ;)
meal of romaine wraps stuffed with a greeeen salad, spicy tahini dip, mixed sprouts, tomatoes, dulse, olives and avo, followed by a piece of ‘banana nut bread’ – yummmmm ;)
3 cups water with rooibos
water of two young coconuts, one with pieces of rawnola and freeze–dried durian stirred in
3 cups water

I’m very excited to say that the schedule is now more or less fixed into place for the Raw Union festie – YAY :)

You can see the line–up HERE.

I seem to be scheduled to be singing on Sunday morning – eeeeeeeek – I haven’t sung on stage for a while...if you’re coming to the festie and might be excited to provide musical accompaniment (e.g. guitar), please email me on angela@rawreform.com and lemme know ;)


on June the 9th I had:

1 quart water
shot of wheatgrass juice
2 cups greeeeen juice
2 cups water
big shared meal at Mary’s Secret Garden, including lime/mint slushie, pistachio/mint smoothie, raw tabhouli, ‘tacos’, Italian wrap, sushi nori and pecan pie/Goji Bliss butter – pheeeew ;)
1 quart water

Other exciting RawUnion Updates:

*Cathy Silvers is now joining us to provide a complimentary chocolate elixir bar for the wedding celebration (watch out ;)
*We have a Raw Opera Singer serenading the event – yeeeee–HAH ;)
*New videos from David Wolfe, Rainbeau Mars and Kevin Gianni discussing the event...

It’s just two weekends away now – we are excited to see you there :) You can book your tickets at RawUnion.com now, if you haven’t already registered...

All love,
Angela. xxx

Connecting Communities...

A timely reminder:
The simply marvellous Simply Raw Festival is happening soon in Ottawa, Canada. This year it is also combining with the 'Green Living Film Festival', including many inspiring raw-related films. The Monarch and I are both scheduled to speak at the FREE Simply Raw festival, along with many other raw yumsters – check out the details below:

“The SimplyRaw Festival - Sept 6 & 7 & Green Living Film Festival - Sept 5 & 6 Ottawa, Canada

Featuring an incredible lineup of international speakers including: Brian Clement, Victoria Boutenko, Dorit, Paul Nison, Angela Stokes, Matt Monarch, Director of the Ann Wigmore Institute & many others!
An incredible gathering of exhibitors supporting healthy lifestyles; food demos; rebounding demo; music; family-friendly entertainment. Our famous raw vegan pie contest, and a new raw vegan dessert contest, judged by local community figures.

All completely free! Rain or shine. http://www.simplyraw.ca/festival08/

Fri & Sat evening films include: The Adventures of Rawman & Green-Girl, by Ron Gilmore; Be The Change, by David Chernushenko; Reversing the Irreversible, by Valya Boutenko; A Sacred Duty, by Lionel Friedberg & Richard Schwartz; The Meatrix, by Sustainable Table and Free Range Studios; Money Talks, by Holly Mosher; Healing Cancer From Inside Out, by Mike Anderson. $25/night or $40 weekend pass.

http://www.simplyraw.ca/festival08/filmfest.php"

Hope to see you there, if you’re in the area :)

on August the 14th I had:

1 quart water
mug of peppermint tea
3 cups celery, cucumber, beetroot, carrot, ginger juice
2 cups ‘energy soup’ with coconut chips stirred in, followed by a little bowl of hand-blended yum: pine nut butter, lucuma powder, yacon powder, cinnamon, water, with goji berries swirled in
mug of peppermint tea
1 quart water
3 cups celery, cucumber, beetroot, carrot, ginger juice
mug of pau d’arco tea
1 tbsp goji powder, 1 tbsp pomegranate powder
mug of peppermint tea
2 cups water

OoOOoOoo, here’s an exciting opportunity for someone – this just came in via John McCabe, who you may remember produces that wonderful free raw resources file that I wrote about a few weeks ago (you can download that HERE). This new opportunity is for a raw food chef in Western Australia, read on for more details:

“This place is a raw food yoga and surf school in Australia that is also opening a cafe and store. They already have one chef, but it is getting too busy, and they need another. Sheridan and Lisa Hammond are the owners. They are also about to have their first baby. They're looking for at least a three-month commitment from someone to come help out and be the chef for their new cafe: Australian company looking for raw food chef: Samudra is looking for a full time Vegetarian Chef at their new yoga centre in Dunsborough, Western Australia. The successful candidate should be familiar with preparing fresh wholesome foods and beverages based any of the Raw and Ayruvedic principles. Should have clear ideas about nutrition and cleansing. We aim to source local organic and biodynamic Contact info@samudra.com.au or phone +61 897799977 for more information. Samudra.com.au, Samudra, POB 295, Dunsborough 6281, Western Australia; +61 897740110; runs yoga and surf retreats; some raw food. Raw food café and organic store open September, 2008. Beautiful location. Sheridan Hammond: Sheridan@Samudra.com.au”

MmMMMmmmmm, sounds GREAT – all best wishes to this new venture…and thanks for passing on the info, John ;)

on August the 15th I had:

1 quart water
3 cups celery, cucumber, beetroot, carrot, ginger, fennel, watercress, spinach juice
2 cups ‘energy soup’ with coconut chips stirred in, followed by a spoonful each of goji and pomegranate powders ;)
mug of pau d’arco tea
3 cups water
3 cups celery, cucumber, beetroot, carrot, ginger, fennel, watercress, spinach juice
2 cups ‘energy soup’ with coconut chips stirred in, followed by a spoonful each of goji and pomegranate powders
2 cups water

I’m feeling SO excited about the Funky Raw Festie in Sussex this weekend – just about to head off there very soon as I write this...and reflecting on the beautiful synchronicity that it’s coinciding with a Full Moon in Aquarius tomorrow, on Saturday – how IDEAL :) We’re just coming out of a New Moon in Leo and here’s some of what marvellous astrologer Lisa Dale Miller shares about this Full Moon tomorrow:

“This is the Full Moon for involvement in something larger than you. Remember that Aquarius rules the breakdown of the old ways by questioning the status quo. Those who create revolutionary change in societies are always the ones who can vision far beyond accepted beliefs and structures. Step fully into a commitment to teach and serve by breaking down the attraction to focusing only on your own life. Selfless giving to others is a true Aquarian vision of working for the collective upliftment of all sentient beings. This is the Full Moon to honor freedom, idealism, humanitarianism, egalitarianism, and the revolutionary impulse toward reform, without causing harm to anyone. Aquarius is the impulse to raise-up everyone and leave no one behind. So in service to these calls to action, become responsible and find out what is really happening around you. Get involved in your community, volunteer your time, and raise awareness in your neighborhood. It’s summer, have a block party and raise funds for a good cause.”

Sounds wonderful – enjoy your celebrations, brothers and sisters :) You can read Lisa's report in full on her site HERE.
MUAAAAAAH,
All love,
Angela. xxx

Raw Community Building...

Here is a FANTASTIC opportunity for anyone looking for a wonderful place to live in raw community in California. Our ex-housemates are seeking new tenants in a vibrant, loving raw household with magnificent views in Ojai, California…the current yummies who live there have put together a flyer detailing the whole deal, so I’ll let you go and read that if you’re interested – HERE – or pass it along to anyone else who you think might like to know… ;)

on November the 25th I had:

1 quart water
3 cups watermelon/orange juice
2.5 cups celeriac/spinach/sprouts/tatsoi/cucumber/carrot juice
1 custard apple
big bowl of black sapote blended with Reed Avocado, sprouts and 3 dried figs, swirled with goji berries
3 cups water
1 quart cucumber/sunflower greens/romaine/dill/parsley/carrot juice
1 quart water
bowl of black sapote blended with banana and dried figs, swirled with sliced dried apricots
3 cups water

a’ight, listen up Aussie kids, we’ve got an announcement for y’all today – we’ve just confirmed that we’ll be speaking in Brisbane rather soon. On Saturday December the 8th we’ll be speaking at Ahimsa House from 1-5pm. The event is being organised by the gracious Raw Pleasure and more details can be seen HERE – we hope to see you there if you’re in the area ;)

on November the 26th I had:

1 quart water
2 cups celeriac/cucumber/dill/parsley/sunflower greens/romaine/carrot juice
½ a big gorgeous sweet watermelon
little bowl of soaked gojis blended with pine nuts, with extra gojis swirled in for chewability – yummmmmmmmmmmmm
3 cups water
2 cups celeriac/cucumber/dill/parsley/sunflower greens/carrot juice
2 cups green smoothie: peach/mango/banana/spirulina/romaine/sprouts/sunflower greens, swirled with mulberry pieces for chewyness
2 cups water
bowl of raw cake filling: black sapote blended with avocado, dried figs, cinnamon and coconut flour
2 cups water

Have you been loving the Raw Summit 2? I HAVE :) I barely heard any of the first Raw Summit due to a fast-paced lifestyle at that time – now I’m listening in every day – yummy :) Some of my highlights so far were hearing Rod Rotondi of Leaf Cuisine speaking about how they don’t have ‘trash’ at the Leaf restaurants – just one pile for recycling and one for compost :O GO ROD :) I love it… It was great for me to hear Annie Jubb share her experience – I’d never heard her speak before at all and she seems to have a great deal of grounded, loving guidance to share. Go raw women speakers ;)
I was also really happy to hear Sergei Boutenko speak about the Boutenko family’s trek along the Pacific Coast Trail when he was about 13. That journey is described in Raw Family, the Boutenko’s book which helped me shift the track of my life 5 years ago…I’ve never heard any of them SPEAK about the trek though…it was SO beautiful to me to hear Sergei talk about how he started out thinking it would be desperately dull and packing his Gameboy, to absolutely revelling in the experience, eating 70% foraged foods and now sharing his foraging skills with others all over the world :) Hmmmm…I would love to do a pilgrimage at some point…
In the meantime, if you’re not tuned into the Summit yet, it’s totally free to listen in and you can sign up HERE: http://www.1shoppingcart.com/app/?af=672327

Still to air are Tim Van Orden, Ani Phyo, Mike Nash, Joel Fuhrman, Debbie Merrill and the good Drs. Clement – great line-up ;)

One love,
Angela. xxx