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Being Vegan in Virginia pg. 7
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HAMPTON ROADS What We Do VEGFEST IS A Hampton Roads VegFest is an annual 501(C)(3) NON- festival bringing together thousands of PROFIT vegans, vegetarians, and curious eaters ORGANIZATION alike to feast on delicious plant-based food, hear from diverse speakers, shop eco-friendly products, and enjoy some of DONATIONS ARE the region’s best entertainers. With dozens of 100% vegan food vendors, (TAX DEDUCTIBLE) bands, an interactive kids’ zone, BITLY.COM/HRVEG adoptable animals, healing arts, FESTDONATE exhibitors galore, you'll get connected — and admission is completely FREE!
2021 presented by Detox Dandy The Detox Dandy brand promotes the Vegan lifestyle by connecting all walks of life: self-care, sustainability, cultural diversity, health, performing arts, and beyond. As organizers of the largest local vegan events, they are providing a plethora of leadership resources focused on community building, small business connections, and uplifting nonprofit organizations. Hampton Roads VegFest 2021 is in the works to be the most impactful festival on record with expanded vision, campaign advocacy, national collaborations, intersectional committees led by the top leaders, and more. Stay tuned! meet OUR TEAM
Hampton Roads VegFest Board 2020-21
Rebekah Ortiz, President Hello! I'm a Vegan of 16 years, community leader, a national speaker on plant based wellness and environmental sustainability, New York native, Puerto Rican descent, Latin dancer, wellness practitioner, traveler, festival organizer, philanthropist and momma of three.
Lisa Handy, Vice President Hi, I'm Lisa and so excited to be a part of this. My journey began when my 6 year old connected the hamburger to the cow. She was insistent we embrace Veganism together for the animals; and that was 20 plus years ago.
Brenda Diggs, Vendor Coordinator I’ve been Vegetarian for almost 30 years now and vegan for over 10 of those years. I’ve worked in the Natural Health industry for almost 20 years, wearing many hats and working for varied companies. I’ve worked as a General Store Manager, a buyer and a Sales Rep. I’m passionate about seeing local vendors grow and succeed!
Sierra Reese, Food Justice Coordinator Much of what I’m passionate about centers around elevating the human experience, while enjoying doing so! I love exploring and teaching about the interconnected nature of all things. As a global citizen, my mind is always open to learning and finding ways to innovate.
Committee Mission Statement: To uplift and celebrate local businesses, groups and nonprofits rooted in food equality and highlight the ways in which these groups support the ethical treatment of humans, animals and the world.
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Na'sha Robertson, Campus Coordinator Committee Chair Hi my name is Na'sha and I have been vegan for 3 years. I decided to go vegan because i believe that every life matters to someone and it is not my right to decide who lives or who dies. Since becoming vegan I have made sure that i do my part in working for a peaceful world.
Casey Kress, Campus Coordinator Co-Chair I'm a passionate advocate for animal rights, sustainable living, and building a healthier and happier life. I graduated from Christopher Newport University in 2019 with a degree in Psychology. I'm so excited for VegFest 2021 because it's a great way to rebuild the community through supporting local businesses and providing the opportunity to learn while having a great time.
Committee Mission Statement: To maintain relations with vegan and environmental organizations within all local schools and universities, build community, and advocacy as well as provide additional support to all students.
Rhasida Bess, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator Committee Mission Statement: To develop an eco plan for a low impact festival. Zero waste disposable methods, collaboration with the city of VB Office of Sustainability, and a Certified Virginia Green event. Facilitate eco transportation methods and collaborate with local environmental groups to execute this vision.
Rochelle Rushlow, LGBTQ Pride Coordinator I am a bisexual vegan researcher passionate about inclusion, pride, and veganism. An avid volunteer for causes such as animal rights, food justice, equal access to health care, and education. A passionate organizer to bring together what you want to see for LGBT Pride at Hampton Roads VegFest!
Committee Mission Statement: To promote the LGBTQ+ community and highlight those organizations, businesses, and individuals that intersect LGBTQ+ Pride and veganism. To provide an affirming and welcoming space at Hampton Roads VegFest for all individuals that make up the vegan and/or LGBTQ+ community. Hampton Roads VegFest Board 2020-21
Gina Montanarelli, Vegan Intersectionality Chair Gina is the intersectionality chair, and this is her third year participating in VegFest. She brings four years of committee experience from a large three-day festival, and is an avid volunteer in her community. She is passionate about achieving social justice and protecting the environment.
Adrianne Burke, Co-Chair, Committee Mission Statement: To work alongside the other coordinators to celebrate diversity at Hampton Roads VegFest through race, culture, economics, and more. To promote the interconnected nature of all forms of oppression including racism, classism, ableism, speciesism, and other injustices.
Zach Levy, Rentals and Safety Director Responsible for upkeeping festival equipment inventory, security, rentals, developing safety plan and leading at the festival.
Veronica Visconti, Photography & Videography Coordinator I’m 22, I just recently finished my associates a few months ago and my plan is to transfer to VCU this fall to get my bachelors in cinematography and animation. I’ve been taking photos since 2016 (my high school grad year), made the decision to follow my passion and never looked back! JOIN OUR TEAM
We have a spot for you! You're invited to sign up as a volunteer for the committee you're most passionate about or run for a position on our board at our next elections meeting on Wednesday, January 13th at 6:30pm via Zoom. All meetings are virtual! Email [email protected] for the invite link!
FAQ: I'd like to volunteer, where do I sign up? www.bitly.com/hrvegfestvolunteer
FAQ: I'd like to run for a position. What is available? Vegan Chef Coordinator, Military Community Coordinator, Vegan Pregnancy & Parenting Coordinator, Athletic & Fitness Coordinator and more! Check out our winter magazine sponsors!
Support our cause (sponsor, adopt, foster, donate) by reaching out to Sharnette Lewis, Fundraising & Social Media Manager at 757-357-9292 [email protected] www.dogsdeservebetter.org
Dogs Deserve Better Inc. strives to provide a better life for abused, neglected, and abandoned canines; especially those which are chained or penned without human companionship. We work to accomplish this through advocating for humane legislation, promoting spay and neuter, educating communities on animal welfare as well as rescuing and rehabilitating distressed canines. BEING VEGAN Founder of Social Media Blog: IN VIRGINIA @vegansofvirginia By Alicia Sokolovsky
Being vegan doesn’t have to be hard, it shouldn’t discourage you, and it most certainly shouldn’t be overwhelming. Even though the journey can be all of these things- there are many resources to help you on the road to being vegan. I started my vegan blog- @vegansofvirginia because I know how hard it is to start this journey, how hard it is to find options, and how hard it can be to figure out new recipes. I wanted others to feel inspired, and want to be on this journey with a positive mind and outlook. Even if you aren’t fully vegan, I still want to encourage others to try vegan options. I post my recipes, places to eat in Hamptons Roads, and all throughout Virginia. There are so many amazing places that are fully vegan or even offer vegan options that people need to know about! I love seeing others tag in their recipes or new places because it shows me that I am doing something amazing for others and my community. The 757 vegan community is amazing! The events, the information, and the encouragement is beyond beautiful. It feels so good to give back and help others- that’s all I have ever wanted to do in my life. I started my vegan journey three and a half years ago and I have felt so amazing since. It’s been one year since I opened up and started to help others be confident in their own vegan journey. I love to cook, and to show others what I cook, and how to cook it. I’m all about easy vegan recipes because it doesn’t have to be hard or challenging.
I always want people to remember to go at their own pace. Everyone’s journey is different and that is totally okay! Don’t ever be too hard on yourself, because you are doing so much better than you think. Being vegan shouldn’t scare anyone, only challenge them to go outside their comfort zone more. I am beyond thankful for everyone who has supported me and I can’t wait to see where my vegan journey takes me. SMITHFIELD PIG SAVE
Written by Julia Novak
Smithfield Pig Save is a chapter of the Save Movement that bears witness as farmed animals are en route to slaughter. We organize regular vigils and rallies at Smithfield Foods slaughterhouse in Smithfield, VA. Our events are documented with photography and video footage which is then shared across social media. Smithfield Pig Save is focused on raising awareness about the suffering of farmed animals and building a grassroots animal justice movement.
Have you ever seen animals on a slaughter truck? You can look away or you can come close and try to help. Bearing witness is being present in the face of injustice and intervening. The animals want you to be present to tell their stories and to fight for animal liberation.
Animal vigils bring you face to face with the animals and make you see them for the individuals they are. The animal exploitation industry sees animals as commodities; by bearing witness and looking an animal in the eyes you can see their unique soul. We use a non-violent, love-based approach to community organizing as a means of being the change we want to see in the world. The approach is inclusive and welcoming to all. Through our slaughter-free city campaigns, we can shut down animal farms and slaughterhouses and transition them towards plant-based food companies. We also provide assistance for local vegan run animal Sanctuaries by volunteering our time to volunteer with physical tasks or helping to raise funds online through donation drives.
"When the suffering of another creature causes you to feel pain, do not submit to the initial desire to flee from the suffering one, but on the contrary, come closer, as close as you can to him who suffers, and try to help him." - LEO TOLSTOY. We all have a duty to bear witness. As painful as it may seem to initiate or to join animal vigils at slaughterhouses, it is actually empowering when done as a group. 757 VEGAN MUSICIAN SPOTLIGHT
Laurel Wilson is 24 years young, born & raised in Virginia Beach. Laurel is a singer/songwriter & rocks the stage with her violin & guitar. She works with Mithscene, a local record label & production company. Debuting her musical career with a full production for her original song "Curious," she followed that with a music video for her first feature "Murder She Wrote" by Goon USA on Youtube. Her new original song "Tangled" & more collaborations with local artists will be released in the upcoming year Her music and performance gigs are managed by Mithscene Productions!
Red Stapler Duo is a Variety Band • Rock • Pop Norfolk, VA-based, plays across several genres and eras of music by putting their own twist on your favorite songs. Their high energy is infectious and will surely have you smiling and singing along. The band formed in 2009 around the core of Vee (keys and vocals) and Joe (drums). The connection they have to each other and to the music they create brings a new life to songs. Together, the duo delivers their high energy and creative music throughout Tidewater, Richmond, OBX and the Eastern Shore. FB + IG: @redstaplerduo Check out our winter magazine sponsors!
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JMT Sweets & More www.jmtsweets.com
Finding good vegan sweets to trick your nonvegan friends and family with....hahaha. Red velvet overload! Come see us for sweets that your family will never know are vegan! [email protected] 757-541-8391 MY STORY OF GENTLEMAN JULES AND HIS LOVING SOUL
by Karen Elizabeth Davis
One day I received a call from the resident of an apartment building outside Washington, DC, saying that a rooster was loose in the complex and was being chased by children. After two weeks of trying, she managed to lure the rooster into the laundry room and called me to come get him. Expecting to find a cowering and emaciated creature needing to be carefully lifted out of a corner, I discovered instead a bright-eyed perky, chatty little fellow with glossy black feathers. I drove him to our sanctuary and set him outside with the flock, which at the time included our large white rooster Henry, and our feisty bantam rooster, Bantu, who loved nothing better than sitting in the breeze under the trees with his two favorite large brown hens, Nadia and Nadine.
Continue on next page... Two years after coming to live with us, Jules developed a respiratory infection that left him weak and vulnerable. Following treatment, he returned to the chickenyard only to find himself supplanted by Glippie, with whom he had used to be cordial, but was now dueling, and he didn’t have the heart or strength for it. His exuberance ebbed out of him and he became sad; there is no other word for the total condition of mournfulness he showed. His voice, which had always been cheerful, changed to moaning tones of woe. He banished himself to the outer edges of the chickenyard where he paced up and down, bawling so loudly I could hear him crying from inside the house. I brought him in with me and sought to comfort my beloved bird, who showed by his whole demeanor that knew he was dying and was hurt through and through by what he had become. Jules developed an abdominal tumor. One morning our veterinarian placed him gently on the floor of his office after a final and futile overnight stay. Jules looked up at me from the floor and let out a low groan of “ooooohh” so broken that it pierced me through. I am pierced by it now, remembering the sorrow expressed by this dear sweet creature, “Gentleman Jules,” who had loved his life and his hens and was leaving it all behind.
In today’s world, most roosters never see a hen. They never meet their mother or their sisters. Most roosters are ground up alive, electrocuted and suffocated to death in garbage bags as soon as they struggle out of their shells, or else they are dumped into sheds, separate from the females imprisoned in other sheds, to be raised for slaughter as six-week-old babies.
Jules was sweet-natured, warm and affectionate. He was a natural leader, and the hens loved him. Our dusky brown hen Petal, whom we’d adopted from another sanctuary, was devoted to Jules. Petal had gnarly toes, which didn’t stop her from whisking away from anyone she didn’t want to come near her; otherwise she sat still watching everything, especially Jules. Petal never made a sound; she didn’t cluck like most hens - except when Jules left her side a little too long. Then all of a sudden, the silent and immobile hen with the watchful eye let out a raucous SQUAWK, SQUAWK, SQUAWK, that didn’t stop until Jules lifted his head up from whatever he was doing, and muttering to himself, ran over to comfort his friend. The Season of Compassion by Sierra Reese
Happy Holidays, Amazing People! It’s Sierra, your Food Justice Coordinator. This year, our holiday celebrations will look much different from previous gatherings. Some may be adopting new traditions, while others modify the old. Nevertheless, we are all making the best of living in these unprecedented times.
This holiday season, the number of households unable to enjoy a satisfying, filling meal surrounded by those they love have dramatically increased, which is an injustice.
Where food justice is present, no belly goes empty and everyone has access to affordable, healthy and culturally relevant foods. The foods we eat and products we use, when we exercise food justice, are sustainable, fair trade and cruelty-free. Community gardens increase access to fresh produce, knowledge of healthy lifestyle practices and increased community wellness.
At the core of food justice is compassion, compassion for oneself, others, animals and the environment. Extend some compassion to yourself, others and enjoy your holidays! Check out our winter magazine sponsors!
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Earthly Ambrosia, LLC specializes in natural, vegan skincare products and Waist Beads. We use responsibly sourced ingredients and 90% of our packaging is recyclable. Located in Hampton Roads, VA, we are your one- stop-shop for handmade, vegan-friendly skincare products, waist beads, and bracelets. All ingredients are purchased from sustainable, cruelty-free vendors.
Reach out to Toccora Perry at: 757-270-0560 or [email protected] A virtual Food Empowerment Project Halloween event on the cruelty hidden by the chocolate industry further prompted me to ensure that I only bought chocolate that is listed as recommended on the Food Empowerment Project’s Chocolate List (application available via Google Play). I have been doing this as diligently as I could for a couple of years, but food justice is one of my passions and I could not knowingly buy certain brands of vegan chocolate treats any longer. As a lover of chocolate for years, I was appalled to learn that some brands use cacao from countries known to use child slave labor to harvest the cacao used in their chocolates.
This article will highlight the delicious vegan ethical chocolate I recently bought from Lagusta’s Luscious and other brands I have tried that are recommended by the Food Empowerment Project’s Chocolate List. I'll also list common brands that are not recommended.
Lagusta’s Luscious is a vegan company in New Paltz, New York that sells a wide variety of chocolate treats and vegan cookies (including vegan French-style macarons!). I bought a 15-piece variety chocolate box, chocolate honeycombs (made with maple syrup instead of honey), cashew yuzu creams, and a six- piece variety pack of macarons. If you like surprises, you will love this company. Even if you do not like surprises, you are guaranteed to get a delectable variety of caramels, bonbons, and chocolate hearts in your variety box. How the variety boxes work is that it is a variety of what is freshly available in the store the day that your products are being shipped. I did not receive any duplicates and the flavors were very unique. My favorites were the tahini meltaway, strawberry balsamic caramel, peppermint patty, and the maple white chocolate heart. Vegan macarons can be hard to find and pricey due to the high cost of the ingredients and the intricate methodology involved in making them. I felt these were fairly priced for a handmade boutique macaron ($3 each) and if you are new to macarons they even include directions on the box and inserts that explain the best way to enjoy them. I received pistachio, black currant, and blueberry poppyseed. I enjoyed them all, but the pistachio was my favorite with black currant being a close second. The chocolate honeycomb was a unique New York local treat and reminded me of chocolate-covered toffee. The cashew yuzu creams were my absolute favorite, and I am glad I bought a nine-piece box. It has a delightful, sweet neutral cream that bursts with a sharp citrus bite to cut the richness of the delectable dark chocolate. This company’s flavors change all the time and they even have seasonal fall options available now with winter ones also being available soon. I am eyeing the Hazelnut Sugar Plum Caramel Bar! There is a multitude of other ethical vegan chocolate companies that I have tried. These include: Alter Eco (their dark chocolate truffles are really great), Amy’s (not all their products are vegan, check the label, I like the Dreamy and Minty Bars), Askinosie Chocolate (my mother bought me the absolutely amazing raspberry American Spoon CollaBARation bar), Coracao Confections (California based and they have some interesting bars and drink mixes, I really liked the almond butter bar), Equal Exchange (I won a bunch of their 55% cacao mini bars at the event mentioned at the beginning of the article, and they are an absolutely divine, creamy milk style chocolate with no vegan milk and I highly recommend them!), Hu Chocolate (my favorite is the cashew butter with raspberry jam), JJ’s Sweets (makers of delectable chocolate covered coconut caramel and other caramel treats, I like the chocolate covered caramel bites), Justin’s (they make yummy chocolate cups and other chocolate treats, I like the cashew butter dark chocolate cups), Nocciolata Dairy Free (delicious vegan Nutella style spread, be careful as there is a version that contains dairy), Raaka Virgin Chocolate (unique as it is unroasted, it is not my personal favorite, but I did like their maple bar), and Sjaak’s (based in California and maker of the amazing caramel chocolate bars the Food Empowerment Project sells at events that they attend). Out of this extensive list, my favorites are Askinosie, Equal Exchange, Hu Chocolate, and Sjaak’s. In the Hampton Roads area, I recommend Kroger, Organic Food Depot, Wegman’s, and Whole Foods to find brands such as Amy’s, Equal Exchange, Hu Chocolate, JJ’s Sweets, Justin’s, and Nocciolata. The others are boutique brands and are best found online.
Some common grocery store brands, that I am familiar with, that are not recommended due to the company not responding (Food Empowerment Project only asks the country of origin of their chocolate) or the company responded with a county that is known to use child slave labor include: ALDI, Endangered Species, free2b, Go Max Go, Lily’s, No Whey! Chocolates, and Trader Joe’s.
The Chocolate List application also lists companies that do not necessarily produce chocolate. Not all companies on the list are vegan, but if they are on the list they make at least one vegan product. Consumer education is important and I encourage you to research the companies you like, download the application, and you can even tweet or post to Facebook about the companies that are on the recommended list, and explain to companies that are not recommended why you will not be buying their products. Ethical vegan chocolate is a great gift for yourself or the chocolate lovers in your life. Enjoy the wide range of delicious vegan ethical chocolate!
Note: Thanks to the Food Empowerment Project for their diligent work with their Chocolate List and working towards the worthy goal of food justice for all. Disclaimer: The author used the Food Empowerment Project’s Chocolate List application to verify recommended versus not recommended companies as of 12/2/2020. The author is not responsible for any allergen issues. Always be sure to look at labels to ensure products fit your lifestyle. The author is neither responsible for any errors that the Chocolate List may have nor has she been compensated by any of the companies mentioned herein to write this review.
Rochelle Rushlow, M.S. SHOP LOCALLOCAL
VEGAN meal prep & resources
Lynn Garner | Goddess Chef LLC We provide affordable cold press juice, delicious vegan meals and Seamoss gels. Our goal is to help people transition to a healthier lifestyle! Www.goddesschef.net
Ellie Irwin, Brand Ambassador for The Neighborhood Harvest I help people who are looking for fresh farm to table food. We provide home delivery options of greenhouse grown veggies and ready to eat meals. [email protected] | theneighborhoodharvest.com
Crystalynn Cox of Say It Aint Soy Cooking Vegan, Gluten Free, Soy free meals delivered fresh to your door! Weekly meal prepping services for clients throughout Hampton Roads. 805-844-6480
Maureen Leahey, Creative Life Balance Team Ü-VaBeach I help people that struggle with finding answers for their health and wellness. Raw plant based supplements made based on your genes. http://clbvb.uforiascience.com | [email protected]
Sharnette Lewis of Dogs Deserve Better Inc. Caring for canine companions through our food bank program and fence/pen build program. We provide a better life for abused, neglected and abandoned canines through humane legislation, spay and neuter, educating on animal welfare, rescuing and rehabilitating distressed canines. [email protected] | 757-357-9292 SHOP LOCALLOCAL
VEGAN meal prep & resources
Ivory Morris of JMT Sweets & More We make good vegan sweets and meals. We are located in Chesapeake right on the cusp of Greenbrier Pkwy and Kempsville Rd. [email protected] | 757-541-8391 | https://jmtsweets.com/
Tony Forbes of Vegan Beetz LLC We help those struggling to transition to plant based eating with our meal prep. Our top sellers are our crabless cakes and sweet potato pie. [email protected]
Sandra Perez McCabe of The Vegan Rican and More I help people that struggle with not enough time to cook for themselves by providing a fully cooked all vegan meal prep service. [email protected]
Sandra Perez McCabe of The Hunney Bee 100% vegan hunney. Assorted flavors available as well. www.thehunneybee.com | [email protected]
Quinton Nichols of Vegan and Me Vegan meal prep and catering services for all palates. https://vegan-and-me.square.site | [email protected]
Catherine Wilson, Consultant with Pampered Chef I help you put a nutritious meal on the table quickly and economically with awesome kitchen tools. Www.pamperedchef.biz/wilsonscorner SHOP LOCALLOCAL
self care & holistic therapies
Toccora Perry of Earthly Ambrosia, LLC Natural, vegan skin care products and Waist Beads using responsibly sourced ingredients and 90% recyclable packaging. [email protected] | 7572700560
Dr. Karaam Ellis, Founder of Temple of Human Spirituality I help people of all ages who struggle with stress, relationship issues, spiritual development and cultural awareness through one on on consultation. https://drkaraam.wixsite.com/tohs | [email protected]
Tennessee Prieto of Live Simply Simple Handcrafted skin care that is natural, ethical, sustainable, low waste. www.etsy.com/livesimplysimple
K.C. Johnson, Metaphysical Coach & Medium of Sacred Soul Creations I help bring clarity to relationship issues and release past trauma through Life Path Readings, Past Life Regressions and Quantum Soul Activation Sessions. [email protected] | 757 334 6315
Savana Griffith of CBD Livity Carefully picked organic ingredients - benefits include relaxation, relief of anxiety and muscle tension. www.cbdlivity.com
Dana Parker, Norwex Independent Consultant Safe and effective ways to clean with sustainable products! www.danaparker.Norwex.biz | [email protected] SHOP LOCALLOCAL
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Christina Trapani of Eco Maniac Company I help people that struggle with single-use plastics and plastic packaging. I provide easy to use alternatives for everyday items and Fair Trade gifts. https://www.ecomaniaccompany.com/wp/ | [email protected].
Maria Molina of Flower Magick, Reiki Master & Psychic Medium Healing products like Magickal Candles, roll-ons, crystal jewelry, natural beauty and readings for guidance and connection to the spirit world. www.flowermagick.com
Heather Rohman, Digital Designer & Artist of Blue Udara Designs Products that are original, up-cyled, custom made, hemp based, recycled totes and shirts. Facebook, Blue Udara Designs | IG: @blueudara
Janelle Cooper of Kinetic Restoration, Massage Therapist I provide therapeutic massage for pain relief and movement dysfunction by resolving the underlying cause, strength exercises and stretches. Www.kineticrestorationva.com | [email protected]
Chase Austin of OverAchieving Tea We offer a healthy replacement to coffee and energy drinks through loose leaf and fresh brewed teas. Gift boxes are available for the holidays! www.OverAchievingTea.com
Gale Khuti of On A Natural Note Natural health and beauty products. | www.onanaturalnote.com SHOP LOCALLOCAL
self care & holistic therapies
Jen Fedorowicz of jEnergy, Reiki Master & Energy Healer I use B.E.S.T. ( BioEnergetic synchronization technique) to help people with anxiety, depression, health issues or feeling stuck in life. www.iamjenergy.com | www.jenergy.biomat.com
Jen Fedorowicz, Distributor for Biomat I provide sessions and sell an amethyst mat that reduces inflammation, increases circulation and releases toxins in the body to find relaxation.
Cynthia Robinson, Associate with 7k Metals I help you create your own Legacy Empire while insuring your $$$ with solid tangible assets, known as precious metals. Wealth is Health!!! [email protected] | www.7kmetals.com/cynthiarobinson
Emily Basto, Art Therapist of Wellness Therapy Heartful Creations I help those with emotional challenges, stress, and anxiety through art therapy and holistic devices. I offer both virtual and in person sessions. AO Scan.Heartfulcreations.com | Emily[email protected]
Rebka Tesfaye, Energy Healer of ReST Massage & Healing Arts I help relieve pain and stress through Thai massage, reflexology, Reiki, deep tissue, Swedish, etc. www.restful.massagetherapy.com
Dana DeFreeuw, Star Distributor with Young Living Plant based solutions, Cleaning, Health & Beauty and more! MYYL.COM/GettinYourOILOn | [email protected] SHOP LOCALLOCAL
self care & holistic therapies
DC Bailey of Waxy Kharisma I help those with anxiety, depression through our natural products using the gift of scent and aromatherapy. Www.scentedkharisma.store
Larry Palmiter, Nurse PR. at Renewed Vitality & Age Management I help those with fatigue, hot flashes, low libido, anxiety, depression and more through Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy. www.RenewedVitalityAndAgeManagement.com
Stacie Headley of Purely Sunnah I help people create a self care routine and enjoy bath time through a plethora of self care products such as soap, bath bombs + more! [email protected] | 757-344-2967 | Www.purelysunnah.com
Alora Bess of Alodeuri Jewelry Handcrafted Artisan jewelry featuring natural , earth conscious and repurposed materials. Www.alodeuri.com | 7579275658
Jennifer Sears, Independent Consultant for Arbonne I help people who are looking for healthier alternatives for skin care, nutrition, bath and body care, baby care, botanically-based products! www.JenniferSears.arbonne.com | [email protected]
Rachel Kemp, CBD Advocate I help people who are looking to reduce their stress, pain, or inflammation through an organic source of hemp CBD. www.livetheblissfullife.com