TW Newsletter Number 17 - July 2010

Welcome to the July 2010 Treasures of Wonderment Newsletter, an online magazine promoting positive change through creative living. [Some interviews and stories are presented in two languages: French & English)

In this issue:

SEVEN MARTYRS OF TEHRAN by Ivan  Lloyd
19 signed limited edition prints of this painting "The Seven Martyrs of Tehran"  measuring 18"X24" exclusively for Treasures of Wonderment. This is a first come first served offer and historically the lower the number the more valuable the print. Be the first to own this magnificent work of art  by ordering your print today. Read more...

UNDER ONE SUN
A special interview with Geneviève Labbé, singer and songwriter extraordinaire conveying a message of hope, love and unity to all the children. Geneviève who lives in Québec has traveled around the the world to share her message of peace. An artist who wishes to offer all she can using her music and voice. Read more...

SOUS UN SOLEIL
Geneviève Labbé offre des spectacles empreint d’amour et de solidarité. Ses chansons s'inspirent de plusieurs pays et de genres musicaux. Read more...

HOUSE DIVIDED
A House Divided:  flash movie
Around the world, as we assemble, In every mosque and church and temple
We intone our dedication; To become one congregation
Now the sun of truth has risen; We will break out of this prison
God of mercy, God of thunder; Help us tear the walls asunder  Read more...

NORDIC VOICES
Oslo, Norway - Since his breakthrough as a composer more than 30 years ago, Lasse Thoresen has been searching for a musical language that brings the world's diverse cultures together. Now, one of his innovative vocal works is being acclaimed for the similarities it draws between ancient and modern, as well as Scandinavian folk music and sounds more associated with the Middle East. The piece, titled Opus 42, has won a prestigious music award.  Read more...

VOIX NORDIQUES
Oslo, Norvege, 07/07/10 - Depuis sa percee, il y a plus de 30 ans comme compositeur, Lasse Thoresen a mene des recherches sur un langage musical qui rassemble les diverses cultures mondiales. Aujourd’hui, l’une de ses compositions vocales d’avant-garde a ete acclamee pour les similitudes qu’elle presente entre le moderne et l’ancien, ainsi qu’entre la musique folklorique norvegienne et les sons que l’on associe generalement au Moyen-Orient. L’œuvre intitulee Opus 42 a ete l’objet d’une recompense prestigieuse. Read more...

A WORLD OF SOCCER BALLS
PeaceXPeace - “Ferishta, a young mother who returned to Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban with nothing, tells a story that is remarkable and also typical.”  In the week of the Kabul Conference, I know Afghanistan’s  future depends on its women. In June 2009, I visited Mazar-e Sharif to better understand the status of women. I interviewed women of all ages and heard stories of oppression, violence, and resilience. Every woman I met had hope for the future of Afghanistan, as well as for the lives of women across the country. This is an aspect that is often not mentioned in today’s media coverage of the war in Afghanistan. Ferishta, a young mother who returned to Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban with nothing, tells a story that is remarkable and also typical. She gives a new meaning to the term soccer mom. Read more...

SECRETS OF MEDITERRANEAN FOOD 
Dan Fields is sharing Health Secrets of the Mediterranean Diet with us. It’s not just the olive oil that makes this eating plan so good for you. Scientists have known for decades that people who eat a traditional Mediterranean diet have lower rates of heart disease, and more-recent research has shown that such a diet can help protect against everything from cancer, diabetes, and obesity to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Olive oil may be the best-known Mediterranean ingredient, but the diet also emphasizes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, and fish.  Read more...

SHOW THE SPIRIT Photo Contest
This contest is open to all citizens of the world between 9 and 100 years old. Please enter only one of your best photos and explain. Your photo will include an essay no longer that 60 lines. Photo sbumission: Jpg only - Min. Size: 600 x 900 pixels min. -Max. Size: 1200 x 900 pixels. Only one entry per person. 1st prize wins 4 Putumayo World Music CDs: American Blues; French Cafe; Africa; Celtic Tides. 2nd prize wins 1 Putumayo CD: Women of Africa. Third prize wins 1 Putumayo CD: Oliver Mtukudzi. We will post the Finalists on Treasures of Wonderment by October 31th. Your photos will be published on TW with your Essay. Read more...

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