TW Newsletter Number 003 - June 2009

Welcome to the Treasures of Wonderment Newsletter, an online magazine promoting positive change through creative living. Stories from people around the world who bring change, help us think outside of the box and make a difference in everyday life.

IN THIS ISSUE:
 
THE RIGHT TO BELIEVE, THE RIGHT TO FREEDOM IN IRAN
Reports of a trial date for Bahá'í leaders falsely accused of espionage. According to information conveyed by the authorities in Evin prison to the family members of the seven Bahá'ís who have been imprisoned in Tehran, Iran, for over a year, their, Trial Date has been set for  11 July 2009. This information has been provided to the family members only orally and, as information conveyed by officials concerning the judicial process has often proved unreliable, it is possible that the Iranian authorities may find some reason to change the trial date. READ MORE
 
RAISING A NEW GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL WARRIORS
An Interview with Kevin Locke, whose Lakota name is Tȟokéya Inážiŋ… "The First to Arise".  “Taking care of the children of the Indian reservations is my number one goal.  I want to teach them how to become strong, spiritual grownups – human beings – so they will know how to take care of themselves and learn to be a joyous people. READ MORE
 
MUSIC IS UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE
‘Playing For Change’ was born in March 2005 in California and ended in Ireland early 2009 to help break down boundaries and overcome distances between people.   It has been a project in the making for a decade. No matter whether people come from different geographic, political, economic, spiritual or ideological backgrounds, music has the universal power to transcend and unite us as one human race. READ MORE
 
Treat Yourself to a “Tune Up”
Music is strong medicine and your voice is one of the most powerful tools for self-healing. Treat yourself to a “tune up”.  In her workshop, “Sacred Song, Healing Song”, Therapist Nancy Watters  leads you through proven strategies for healing and personal transformation and activate gratitude, forgiveness, joy, courage, contentment and 50 other virtues that are innate within you. READ MORE
 
Sitting on a Bench Between My Two Grandsons
Dr. Alex Rafi is an unusual 74 year old Persian man who was born and raised in Iran. He believes that anything is possible.  In 1982, he left his beloved country ruled by Mullahs and moved to Pakistan where he lived for eight months before moving to France (Lyon) to run a grocery store. Searching for a better life, he found his way to California in August of 1985 where he operated an Italian restaurant in Anaheim for the next seventeen years. READ MORE
 
I Can Hear Music and Heartbeats
Sabrina, how do you feel about tolerance? “There is very little tolerance in this world, especially religious tolerance.  My mother-in-law , Shahla Ghotbi-Nabilzadeh and I were so deeply upset upon hearing the story of the seven friends in Iran who are in Evin Prison.  This is such a travesty of justice as there is no reason for them to be in prison except for the Islamic regime's hateful desire to quiet their voices.” READ MORE
 
We Are Living In Exceptional Times
Scientists tell us that we have 10 years to change the way we live, avert the depletion of natural resources and the catastrophic evolution of the Earth's climate.  The stakes are high for us and our children. READ MORE
 
Flags Are a True Symbol of Peace
We are talking about flags and peace. Are all the members of the group from different nationalities or are you all from Tuscany? “There are some members who come from East Europe and people who live here in our town: we are proud of it, because everyone is welcome in our Group, and we like to meet other cultures, also when we are at home.” “It is a great way to help people see and hear something different. They love it and it causes them to smile.” READ MORE
 
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