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Holistic Products
Paradice: A Game of Give and Take
Imagination, fantasy and a shared sense of human consciousness come together in Paradice. The latest board game creation by See Through Games, Paradice is a world floating in a mysterious universe, but not unlike our own. In this land, a web of symbiosis reigns free as four enchanted forests whose coniferous, deciduous, tropical, and palm trees support spirits that in turn, support humans. Two humans, a Giver and a Taker, vie against each other in hopes of conquering Paradice, but eventually learn that they must work together if Paradice is to survive. Opportunity, a key element of the game, challenges the humans to look past their own points of view and meet eye to eye in order to maintain the balance between giving and taking. Although giving back to the land puts players at a disadvantage, taking from Paradice threatens its existence. It is inside this paradox that the humans discover that Paradice cannot be won, but instead, Paradice is one. Only by achieving united consciousness can the land be saved.
Made from wood cast-offs and non-toxic dyes, the board game is completely sustainable. Paradice encourages consciousness beyond the game in our daily lives. As we confront worldly issues of unsustainable energy, greed and violence, we recognize the significance of our choices in saving the environment and the future of humanity.
Humans can save Paradice, or they can destroy it. What will you do?
For more information on Paradice, $69.50, one of Dr. Toy’s 100 Best Children’s Products for 2009 and winner of the A+ Award from www.education.com, visit www.gamewhys.com. – AR
Foreverlily Eau de Parfum
With a soft and tantalizing aroma, Foreverlily allures the senses and soothes the heart. Foreverlily was inspired by author Beth Nonte Russell’s memoir entitled, Forever Lily: An Unexpected Mother’s Journey to Adoption in China. Throughout the book, Russell captivates readers as she describes the emotion she felt when taking the journey that was initially intended to help a friend adopt a baby girl, but ultimately led to her own motherhood.
Russell remembered distinct scents from her journey, intrinsically connecting emotions to memories and inspiring the enticing fragrance of Foreverlily. A floral bouquet of clove, fresh lychee, fig and stargazer lily are wrapped in the soft accents of sweet vanilla and amber. Intoxicating and sensuous, Foreverlily radiates the calming effect of a cool mist, bringing serenity, an open heart, and peace of mind.
Foreverlily and Russell’s accompanying memoir allow perfume lovers to experience a new way of enjoying a beautiful fragrance. While enjoying the fresh essences of sandalwood and lemon, readers are able to have a firsthand experience of Russell’s poignant and touching exploration of love and compassion.
Foreverlily is the perfect gift for mothers old and new, and all those we hold dear. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Golden Phoenix Foundation, a non-profit organization that Russell and her husband created to help end child abandonment worldwide.
Foreverlily fragrance, 3.4 fl. oz., $125, and accompanying memoir, $14, is available through GoodTrueBeautiful, Inc. at www.foreverlily.com. To learn more about the Golden Phoenix Foundation, visit www.goldenphoenixfoundation.org.