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Greetings from a distance of at least 6 feet AND with a mask now! We hope this newsletter finds you safe, healthy, and preparing new ways to cope with the Coronavirus in our community. It doesn't look like it's going to go away any time soon, so as we proceed with our adjustments, let's remember to hold each other in our thoughts and prayers.
Just before shutting our doors, I was contacted by Austin Monthly magazine informing me Nature's Treasures had been selected as one of their businesses recognized in their annual "Best of ATX" issue. I had a lovely chat while walking around the store with Executive Editor Madeline Hollern and a quick photo shoot with Drew Smith. Below you can read the whole article as published in their May issue "Best of ATX ".
In talking with other businesses across the continent, I began to feel the rippling affect this calamity has caused. Other vendors shared their disbelief, experiences and trepidation of how this economic wrinkle will be effecting their business operations and lives. Some of you may remember the healing tibetan bowl seminars we have had with Suren Shrestha of Serenity Tibet. In an effort to bring calm and peace during trying times Suren and his family have created a powerful special meditation they wanted to share with everyone. "It is an offering to remind us of the power we have within and find peace and fortitude during troubled times," says Suren. Check out the link below to experience Suren's specially made meditation.
Providing minerals and stones for everyone to enjoy is a very small industry filled with independent miners and small business living from one holiday or sales event to another, and depending on each other to keep the cycle of supply and demand ongoing. Loosing momentum for 2-3 months will drastically affect pricing and availability of product for an extended period of time. We will do our best to maintain the level of inventory and the best of prices we have always offered our customers while surviving and thriving in the changes thrust upon us.
On that note, we have decided the best action to support the health and welfare of our employees and customers is to wait until May 9th to "officially" open our doors again. We can't wait to see you again, but please review below the new conditions we have put in place in order to provide the safest shopping experience possible. We will have limited staffing and shorter hours during the rest of this month.
I want to thank all our loyal and faithful customers who have reached out to help. Blessings to all of those who continue to work on the "front lines" for us, keeping our lives as healthy and operative as possible during these time of uncertainty. For now the best way you can help us most is to continue going to our online store and find those treasures we have for you. If you don't see it online, then email us to get in touch with your personal online shopper to go out into the store and find what you are looking for. Remember May 10th is MOTHERS DAY!!!! We all know what wonderful Mother's Day gifts Nature's Treasures has and now you can do a quick run by pick-up and have your gift in plenty of time for Mother"s Day.
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Blessings,
Karen and the Staff
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This
meditation is brought to you from our family to yours!
Instrumentation, vocals, chanting and composition by Suren Shrestha., Chanting and audio compilation by Ruby Shrestha. Accompaniment on guitar by Sarina Shrestha.
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Nature's Treasures Plans to Reopen & Do Our Part to Stay Safe
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Nature's Treasures of Texas values the health and well-being of our customers and staff.
For that reason, we are choosing to continue to exclusively offer Online Shopping and No-Touch Curbside Pick-Up through May 8th. We know many of you are eager to return to the store to get your hands on some new treasures.
We plan to open our doors at minimal capacity on May 9th, and we will be open daily 11a-5p through May 31st.
Upon reopening, our 14,000 sq ft venue will be separated into 3 independent areas (Retail Showroom, Auditorium Trunk Show, Rock Depot/Yard) with each area having a maximum capacity of 15. We will be taking extra precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of our staff.
For entry, customers will be required to:
(1) wear their own face/mouth coverings at all times while on the property, (2) wear provided gloves, (3) sanitize gloves/hands upon entry to an area, and (4) exercise social distancing at check-out. Individuals with children will be asked to keep all young ones within arms reach or may be asked to leave.
Certain services and transaction types will be unavailable for the month of May
to minimize interaction times and maximize social distancing. We will not be opening new layaway's, conducting returns/exchanges, or offering personal shopping experiences, aura readings, or practitioner readings. We encourage the differently-abled to come with a friend or loved one to help with store navigation during this time. No public bathrooms will be available during this time. Items must be purchased in the area they are selected in.
Thank you for your continued support and patience during this time of uncertainty and transition.
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THINGS TO REMEMBER:
*Online Shopping & FREE Curbside Pickup available
*Storefront Hours: 11a-5p, Daily
*Maximum Capacity: 15 persons
*Face-covering is required for entry
*Gloves will be provided and must be worn
*Hand sanitizer must be used at each entry
*Social distancing will be exercised at entry & check out lines
*Limited services available
*No public restrooms available
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Nature's Treasures will continue to review recommendations made by local government and the Center for Disease Control to move forward in a socially responsible way to best support staff, customers, the community and the economy.
If you would like to be added to a COVID-19 Response Notification to stay updated on the Nature's Treasures plan-of-action, please update your e-mail subscriptions
HERE
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We plan to reopen on May 9th taking every precaution we can. When will you be joining us?
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I'll be there the minute you open! May 9-15
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I'm waiting to see how businesses reopening effects COVID spread. May 16-31
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I'm choosing to continue self-isolating for a while. June 1-30
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I'm probably just going to continue shopping online for a while. After July 1
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The Treasure Tome: A Trove of Knowledge
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Azeztulite:
Stone Of The Nameless Light
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Azeztulite
is mostly known as a
clear
or
white
quartz stone, but also comes in other colors such as
pink
,
yellow
, and a
golden
amber color. It is a stone of the New Age and a relative newcomer to all. It is an extremely high vibrational and positive stone that never needs cleansing or charging. The name comes from star or inter-dimensional beings named the Azez who connected with those credited with the rediscovery of the stone in 1991. One of these founders,
Robert Simmons
, was told to name the stone Azeztulite for the "Nameless Light".
It's a fascinating story.
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OUR MONTHLY WINNER
$25 Gift Certificate!
Noah W.
Thank you for your encouraging words and patronage during this time of crisis.
Be sure to enter the drawing
next time you're in the store!
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May Birthstone
Chrysoprase:
The Stone of Venus
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Although Emerald is the most well known birthstone for May,
Chrysoprase
is an alternative stone that is gaining popularity worldwide. Known in ancient times as the Stone of Venus it seems a fitting choice considering the month opens up with Taurus, an astrological sign ruled by Venus.
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To learn the fascinating history of
Chrysoprase, click
HERE.
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Growing up in the suburbs of Houston, Amy spent much of her time as a kiddo running around with her Barbie camera taking candid photos of her family and pets. She later received her degree in Digital and Photographic Imaging from Texas State University. After graduating, she moved to the eccentric city of Austin, worked in the hospitality industry, and began to build her portfolio to make photography a full-time career. The stars aligned and she found an opening for a staff photographer for the online department at Nature’s Treasures. Although fairly new to the world of crystals, she immediately loved learning more about the positive light they can impart on a person’s life. In addition to photography, Amy assists with building new product pages, shipping, and graphic creation for online ads and marketing. In her free time she enjoys practicing Tarot, drawing, cooking meals from scratch, going to local breweries, and going on hikes with her 2 huskies, Asuka and Kai. If you don't catch her at Nature’s Treasures be sure to stop by and say ‘Hi’ when she’s bartending at Pinthouse Pizza!
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Shop Nature's Treasures ONLINE!
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Shipping Orders
Daily
Free Standard Shipping for Domestic Order over $50.00
Shop online with confidence -- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, Free Return Shipping . Details
HERE.
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Amethyst & Herkimer Pendulum - Sterling Silver
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"Twin Cross" Iron Pyrite 1 inch
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Green and Pink Tourmaline Off the Beaten Path Pendant
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Mom loves Green & Pink Tourmaline-- Just ask her!
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Hamsa Himalayan Salt Lamp and Essential Oil Diffuser
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Amethyst Gold Plated Standup Point
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Large Polished Faced Tourmaline Chunk
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New in the Showroom & AVAILABLE ONLINE
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Palo Santo Animal Carvings
to cleanse your space
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Dreamcatchers
to help you sleep a little easier
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New at the Front Counter & AVAILABLE ONLINE
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Herkimer Diamonds
to brighten your day
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Rose Quartz Necklace
to show love & appreciation
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New in the Depot & AVAILABLE ONLINE
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Magnesite Chunks
to alleviate frustration
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Collawood
petrified wood with copper mineralization
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In The Community Events Center
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We have rescheduled some of our May group events.
Keep up with us on our
Calendar for updates.
We will see you in June for some great events!
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Classes | Lectures | Workshops & More
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Nature's Treasures has a 2,200 sq ft Auditorium
and 1,200 sq ft Studio Space available for your event.
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Spiritual Life Productions presents this FREE monthly event. Read more
HERE
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In order serve you during this time of isolation,
these practitioners offer remote services!
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Walter Ernst - Internationally known Psychic, Medium, Channeler, and Spiritual Teacher
Available: 10a-8p
Call: 406-334-0646
Sheryl Martin - Psychic Medium, Dream Interpretation, Reiki Master, Spiritual Counselor, Life Coach, Empath, Ordained Interfaith Minister, Holistic Theology
Available:
Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 559-779-5510
Julie Reeves - Sighted Intuitive Astrology, Tarot Reading & Past Life Consultation
Available: 11a-2p
Call: 512-694-7406
Stefanie Fix - Tarot Reading & Dream Interpretation
Available: By appointment only
Alice Rodriguez - Psychic Medium & Curandera
Available: M-F, 10:30a-6:30p; Sa, 11a-2:30p
Call: 512-577-7310
Peter Hansen - Psychic Angelic Reading & Healing
Available: By online appointment only
Thumper Donnelly - Psychic, Medium, Past Lives & Coaching services
Available:
Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 737-224-3135
Madame Zee Professional Tarot Counselor & Intuitive Goddess Healer
Available: By online appointment only
Adrienne Goff - Remote Reiki & Crystal Healing
Available: By appointment only
Laura Tree -Reiki Master Teacher, Crystal Consultant, Atlantean Healing, Diamond Violet Flame Transmutation
Available: Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 512-998-6089
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Yuci Edwards - Spiritual Counseling, Tarot Reading, Angel Guiding, Coffee Cup Mapping, Akashic Records
Available: M-F, 10:30a-5:30p
Call: 210-452-7303
Kramer Wetzel - Astrology Chart & Tarot Reading,, Good Humor
Available: Most Afternoons, E-mail for Appt
Rebecca Andrews
- Remote Healing, Herbal Consultations, Acupressure
Available:
Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 512-351-1032
Azhalea (Sally) Ramirez - Angel Card Reader & Clairvoyant Medium
Available: M-F, 5-9p; Sa, 10a-9p
Call: 210-859-1718
Sheela Goodrich - Intuitive Advanced Energy Healing, Reiki Healing, Metaphysical & Spiritual Mentoring, Life & Relationship Coaching
Available: By appointment only
Call: 512-577-4055
Freedom Jennings - Aura Soma, Reiki Healing & Tarot Readings
Available: Su-W & F, 10a-7p
Call: 512-923-9228
Mia Michel - Intuitive and Healer, Akashic Records Consultations, Past Lives and Soul Readings
Available:
Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 210-560-1189
Tara Ventura - Numerology Reading, Tarot Reading, Clairvoyant Psychic, Intuitive Counseling, Chakra Energy Healing
Available: Flexible Hours, Divine Timing
Call: 512-203-6320
Anne Berlin - Psychic Medium
Available: By Appointment; Su, Th, 1-3p
Call: 512-695-5851
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Personal Shopping Services
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Custom Jewelry with
Crystal Heart Studio
Merlyn Dyches-Bessent, metaphysical jeweler/artist and owner of the Crystal Heart Studio, will be offering stone wiring, wrapping and intuitive reading services for individuals ordering from the Nature's Treasures Online Store. Leave a note in your online order special instructions to request your FREE CONSULTATION.
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Austin's Crystal Whisperer
What are your crystals telling you?
Dianna, Austin's Crystal Whisperer offers her Personal Crystal Readings to help you find, understand and connect with the rocks, minerals and crystals that are perfect for you!
Rates start as low as $20.00 for 10 minutes,
phone sessions available
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Contact Information
Phone: 512.472.5015
Store Hours
Sunday - Thursday 10:00am - 7:00pm | Friday & Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm
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