Welcome to the October issue of the NIRC Newsletter

In This Issue
-New Articles/Interviews
-Advertising Opportunities For Pledge Members
-Discount Opportunities
-Truth In Labeling

New Articles/Interviews:

1. The Soul of Little Lilac

Author: Gabrielle "Sorcy" Creswell of SummerWind's HealingBreezes

Many of us think of Mother Nature as part of ourselves. We know deep down, that we are one. We speak to trees, and believe it is perfectly normal to receive an answer. And yet, when we find 'our' tree, we are often unprepared. I know I was . . .

I had lived in my little house for about half a year, and knew it was past time to purchase a guardian tree. I wanted a lilac, Granny's favorite, and for some reason the deep purple cones of sweet tasting buds always remind me of a happy childhood (pluck a single bud, close your eyes, and suck the nectar out of it). Well, special bred lilacs (the ones with the big, unfilled, perfect flowers) are rare around here, so I undertook a road trip to the largest tree nursery around. I was full of anticipation when I parked the car, as I so love to stroll through their beautiful gardens. Landscaped perfectly it's a wonderland, yet you may buy everything you see (although I have often wondered who would dig out and haul the giant oak had anybody asked for it). Deeply inhaling the multitude of fragrances, I slowly walked through the lanes of baby trees, waiting for 'my' lilac to come into view. I softly touched this tree and that, aimlessly wandering about.

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2. Yoga For The Small Business Owner

Author: Gina Rafkind of VedaSun Aromatherapy

Just when you think you are ready to enter your home office the phone starts to ring. You already sent your kids off to day camp but as you pick up the home phone, you notice your dog is sitting patiently by the door, waiting for his morning walk. At the same time, your stomach starts grumbling……….sound familiar?

Along with the rest of the household chores and paperwork that needs to be filed, owning a small business can be challenging as time is scarce in this fast-paced lifestyle that we lead. Amidst this stress and pace, there is one thing that can help to promote more balance, stillness and awareness in our daily lives………………..YOGA.

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Advertising Opportunities Available for Pledge Members

Check out our Pledge Member Page for Advertising Opportunities. We are offering some amazing discount packages for pledge members to advertise with us. We also invite you to visit and support the other companies who have taken the NIRC Truth In Labeling Pledge. GO THERE NOW....

Discount Opportunities-Pledge Members Supporting Each Other

Tammy D. (we all know her as "The Mud Queen") of www.DeadSeaBulkMaterials.com has graciously offered a continuous 5% discount to all NIRC pledge members on all of her products/ingredients. The discount code to enter is NIRC05 and this code must be placed in the Special Instructions Box on the check out page of her site.

Thanks Tammy for your generous offer!

Truth in Labeling

Learn about our Natural Product Labeling Guidelines and encourage others to Take the Pledge. GO THERE NOW...

We are committed to bringing you the latest information and benefits for NIRC Pledge Members. This is an interactive site so let us know if there are any particular topics you would like us to explore in the future.

Naturally Yours,

The NIRC Advisory Board

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