Wild Edible 'BBQ'

A happy hello to you!!!

Just wanted to inform you about the next upcoming event:

WILD EDIBLE ‘excursion’ in my huge back yard !!
(it’s like a healthy BBQ but without a grill.. :)…and fun and information filled Saturday awaits youuuuu…)

Spring is coming and some greens are starting to finally grow again!! This is the time to get to know them :)...before they dry out again... Learn about them and plant them in your garden....those natural superfoods!! They grow without cost for you if you just care a little about them. They will give it back a million times more :).

Anyway, start the season filled with nutrition and happy energy balls in your body!!!

I introduce you to the most common wild edibles that you can find around here. We will identify, smell and eat them :). I will give you tips about what is in them and how to pick and prepare those green power foods...and finally we will make a yummy meal filled with them :).

Experience this wonderful energy that will connect you to our earth again and make you feel soooooo good you think you are flying :)))...especially after an afternoon with me...hihi. Get in touch with the sparkling power source. It's magic!!

It will take place on: Saturday, 5 April 2008
In: Kempner (one hour north of Austin in the beautiful country side of Texas - for more details please mail me )
From 1 am … ooookaay....you want to sleep longer, eh?...sooo...1 pm - 5 pm
Costs: 10 USD/person

Feel free to bring your children, too...bring the whole family, friends...strangers...whoever you can grab on the way ;)... There is always room for lots of fun up here!!

Please register as soon as possible, so, I get a clue how many we will be. I want to make sure I order the right amount of ingredients for our meal…it is not easy to pack all that when we move to Germany…!

See you sooon :) (imagine this smily bouncing…that’s me!)

Sonja…happily awaiting you!
http://www.rawfunfamily.com/

Another happy & fun filled week went by...

It's always sad when they go...our dear guests...but I am also happy they loved it! Last week was just great. We've had looots of fun and connecting time but also shared a lot...learned about raw foods and living it in your daily life...game nights and happy bouncing trampoline dreamers ;)... I love it! All kinds of arts appeared around here and lots of laughter, too. Yes, life is supposed to be fun. I am always grateful as I learn a lot from each and every one of you as well. Therefore, I have some more things planned that you will get to know within the next few weeks.

Everybody is so special and wonderful. And everybody has something they can especially good. We just have to go for it! We are here on earth for a reason...to fulfil our purpose. Find out about it and go for it!! I am here to motivate you...to strengthen mothers...to go for what your heart sings...and take responsibility...to watch your children (and I don't mean watch them all the time...driving them nuts ;)...but make sure they can grow up healthy...physically as well as mentally!!) I will write more about that in my newsletter.

But now a few pictures for you to see what was going on here ;).

Yes, you have to work here :)...but this time it's fun!! Big and small....all love it!!

And this is what one of them thought about it:

"I had the most wonderful and relaxing time on my two day stay with Sonja, Ron, Justin and Jessica as well as my daughter Kaya who came with me. There were many points of realization for me that helped me to recognize some behaviors and feeling that I had that didn't come from a space of love. I learned so much about love while I was here as I saw a peaceful family live harmoniously with an abundance of love and light. It has helped me to incorporate more patience, love and understanding into my life with Kaya and Christopher my fiancé. I even get to take some of Sonja's delicious 'cheesecake' back for him! ....."

The Importance of Wild Edibles

Yummy...wild edibles with raw sweets! :)

Have you heard of eating the wild greens right out of your garden? Next time you go through the wild plants in your garden, don’t throw them away. Some may be just the right thing you need – and this growing "gold" in your garden and everywhere in nature is free.

In case you're wondering why I'm stressing wild greens so much, let me take you by your hand and guide you into the land of wild greens. What we usually find outside – often believed in to be just “weeds” -- are dandelion, chickweed, clover, thistle, lamb's quarters, sorrel, garlic mustard, cress, stinging needles, plantain, and grass -- just mention the most common ones. There are bushes, such as hawthorn and roses with delicious leaves and fruits. There are trees, such as the linden tree, lime or basswood with young leaves so tender and full of nutrients. Or the needle trees with their young spots. And it all grows for you! Best of all, you just have to pick and eat it! No cooking required. Plus, cooking would damage all of this goodness.

So, what else is good about these wild edibles besides they're being free (free in nature and free of charge)? Well, if you think about a normal head of lettuce compared to wild edibles, you’d have to eat a lot of lettuce in order to get the same amount of nutrients you put in your system with just one handful. On average, wild edibles have three to seven times more iron, 20 to 30 times more Vitamin C and 20 to 50 times more Vitamin A than cultivated plants. Those are rough numbers, but you get an idea! If you wanted to get enough Vitamin C, for example, you’d have to eat 600g of Boston lettuce or 1000g if it is one day old, but you could just eat 40g of garlic mustard and have enough for the day!

These wild edibles are super foods. Always remember, God made everything for us. This perfection that you find in wild edibles (not generated, created or somehow influenced by man) is the wonder of nature. All the energy in our universe is found in those strong little plants. They are magic. They are so strong that they even grow through asphalt. They come back every year, again and again, even though some get sprayed with the worst chemicals. But to the surprise of everybody…bling…their head keeps peaking out again…and again…and again…as if they wanted to remind you: I am here. I am here for you! I fight until you realize me! Pick me and eat me and you will be as strong as I am! Watch the animals. They know it, too. Even the pets do.

Studies have found that plants in contact with us even have the ability to produce what our bodies need! They can attract just the right substances through their roots and the air in order to prepare the best mix of nutrients for each personal case! Wow! Imagine that! You really have everything growing around you -- everything you need in order to heal and thrive. But you have to get out and use it. Be thankful and take care of it. Give them your love and they are so happy to give it back many times.

Nutrients
Stinging nettles, for example, are known for their complex pack of ingredients. Even pharmacists know the positive effects. They know there is a lot more iron in them then in most other plants. Iron, our body needs! Not from animals but from those plants that you better know how to pick or you get stung. But what gets done with them? For consumer reasons, they are put in bottles with chemicals added, processed and sold for a lot of money! The same goes for red clover and many other plants. Why don’t we just use it the way God made it for us? Don’t we believe in it anymore? We have to come back to our knowledge and our birth right – to live a happy life in abundance!

Chlorophyll
With plants, think all green, very green, dark green, and bursting full of chlorophyll - another most important substance! Chlorophyll is the juice that is the closest match to our blood. It contains all the energy from the sun. It delivers the light right in our body. Through photosynthesis, the plants perform miracles. Not even our scientists understand this totally. But do we have to? Let’s be in awe and be grateful for them!

Now, that you know how good they are, here are some tips on how to eat them.

You can just put of the edible greens in your mouth and chew well. That’s another good thing about wild edibles -- you have to chew! Chewing is important. Our food needs to be liquid by the time we swallow it. When it comes to stinging nettles, for example, I always wet my finger tips, crab the top part of the nettle (the softest leaves), twist them in my fingers so that the little hairs break off and don’t sting you anymore, and stick those rolls in my mouth. The seeds of nettles are also delicious. They taste a little bit like nuts.

The longer you keep the greens in your mouth, the better your body remembers them and will ask for them more and more often. It’s like waking up; you wake up those old memories of where to get good nutrients from. And the longer you do it, the better they taste.

Oh, you think dandelion is too bitter? But that’s what your system needs from time to time. Your liver will thank you! Or pick a few sour clovers and you will be so refreshed on a hot summer day! Pick some leaves when you take a walk through the woods and you are good to go. Try it! It is very energizing.

You can also pick a bunch of different plants and make delicious sauces from them, such as a green sauce or a yummy green roll.

Green Sauce:
~ One bunch parsley
~ One bunch cilantro
~ A few big leaves of sorrel
~ A little bit of cress
~ An avocado
~ Himalayan salt or sea salt (if desired)
~ A little bit lemon juice

Blend it all together and enjoy over your salad. Be fit and full of energy for the whole day!

Green Roll:
~ A few big leaves, such as chard or romaine lettuce
~ Carrot, shredded
~ Corn kernels
~ Cucumber pieces
~ Sprouts
~ Avocado
~ Tomato slices
~ Wild edibles

Fill the leaves with all the yummy things, roll them up and enjoy!

Another trick to eat more wild ones – bring a banana or an apple on your hike and enjoy it with the greens. It will taste a lot better – especially if you just start with it. One bite banana, one bite chickweed, one bite banana, one bite dandelion and so forth. Before you know it, you will have eaten a handful and will be happy. It does something else for you, too; it connects you on a cellular level. It connects you with nature again. It’s like being newly coded again. You feel so balanced and happy after it - very satisfied from the inside out. Those little plants are just full of life that they love to share with you! And if you don’t want to eat them right away (which is surely best) then bring a bag along and pick some for later. Sprinkle them over your salad and enjoy the flavor.

If you look at their bio-energetic radiation, you will see that they are a lot stronger than our grown lettuces we buy from the stores! And if you are one of the people that can’t get full when you eat raw – try wild edibles! They will fill you up. Just a handful! You have to try for yourself.

Happy picking!

Raw Food Camps!

I am happy to announce:

The Raw Food Connector Camp!!

Trying to connect to your children again? Wanting to have fun but don’t know how??? Doing something special with them?? Or just wanting to have some time with like-minded folks? … just “incidentally” it is all raw, too!! Without thinking…all will enjoy getting into raw foods…and finally feel the connection and the energy of love….open your hearts and come on!!

When? 22 – 24 February (Fri – Sun, 2 nights)

Where? One hour north of Austin on a wonderful piece of land…with lots of room to run around and have fun ;)

Who? Everybody can attend…especially those with children…but also without is ok if you want to have some fun and learn more about raw foods! No age limit! From baby to grandparent…all are welcome…we are all one big community ;)

Accommodation? Simple. Bring your sleeping bags and good music J….you are here for fun!! Remember those fun times as teens?? The sooner you register the more choices you have where to sleep… (It is inside…but who wants can also put up a tent outside ;)..).

Food? Fresh yummy sun foods (raw food)…raw food preparations and more…be surprised!

What else to expect? Laughing, singing, dancing, lots of fun…active games, etc…a relaxed time with wonderful people!

Costs? 150 $/person (12 years and up), 75 $ (age 5 – 12), children under 5 years are free!

If you want to join the great time…please sign up here sr20500@yahoo.de! It is definitely worth it… I am here for you if you have any questions…

Go out and spread the word! We do more fun stuff…and need lots of people!! The more the better it gets!

Sonja Watt

PS: Make sure you check out http://rawveganretreats.com/Sonja/Welcome.html for camps, retreats & much more!!

Meeerry Christmas...

...and a happy New Year!! May all your dreams come true!!

Unbelievable...I haven't written in sooo long??? ohoh...I will get better...there was a lot going on. But the days after Christmas are there to organize and get ready for the new year ;)...which I am happily awaiting.

We've had the joy to host more guests which was so much fun all loved it. Here is what one of them said: "We enjoyed spending this past week with you and your family. This has been a great experience, a true eye-opener to a life of healthful eating. Your children are a joy and I am so glad we got this chance to meet them and have fun with them. I will never forget this time here and will miss you when we're gone. Thank you for opening your home to us and for helping us to feel comfortable and welcome. Thank you for the answers to all of my questions. I think what you're doing to help others is wonderful and I hope I can reach the point when I can also help others in that way. You have been such an inspiration...." and her daughter: "You guys were so fun to be around. I am really going to miss all of you. Sonja, you are the nicest person ever! Stay that way....I will miss you all and we will try to come back and visit. Stay safe and keep eating RAW!"

Make sure you go to www.rawveganretreats.com/texas.html and check it out!! There are also telephone consultations available for those who can't make it all the way to Texas!

We just came back from a trip through Texas which was fun, too. Travelling on raw is so easy... I will write more about it and much more...coming soon in my newsletter. Please sign up for it at http://www.rawfunfamily.com/.

Still unschooling we enjoy the Christmas season...and have a wonderful time with family! I wish the same for you!!

Stay happy and healthy!

Sonja

http://www.rawfunfamily.com/

http://www.rawveganretreats.com/texas.html

http://lawofattraction.meetup.com/383/

The first children's raw food book! Natural living for everyone!

My first raw food children’s book…for true awakening!

How to help our children to better understand and make the best of the world we live in!

If you are a parent, grand-parent or anybody else having to do with children…this children's book is for you!! But also for adults it is a great way to understand our society! It is a wonderful story for all to understand how to make the world a little better and how to live healthier!

„How do humans live? What do they eat? What makes them happy? What do babies drink? How can we help them to make this world a better place?“ are some of the questions Little Star has on his mind. To find out the answers and many more questions follow him on his journey to a better world. „I will try my best to get the biggest star in the sky. So, every time they look up here and see me glow they will be reminded what is right and what they need to do!“

Our children are most important…for us as well as for the health and future of our planet. As parents and adults we need to make sure our children are well and grow up in a safe and healthy environment. But is our planet safe and healthy anymore??

If you want the next generations to be able to grow up happy you need to help them understand what is going on and what we can do - yes, the children, too…they are so powerful and have wonderful ideas!!! They might need us in order to help them manifest a better world… - to make it a better place for the future of our children…and their children…! Let’s take our responsibilities in our hands again and walk the path we have to go in order to make it happen!!! Strong and peaceful…but steady!

It is time to educate our young people about the truth! We also need to give them hope and motivation to make it better…and guide them on how to do it!! We need to give them time for their spirits to soar and explore…and to help them find themselves in order to get to their full potential!!

This short but intensive children's book will give you the perfect tool in your hands to understand the process we are in right now…and how to turn it to the best. It is a booklet for small and big…for young and old…for everybody who finally wants to take action and move forward on the path to happiness and health! It helps to introduce raw foods to your children and also adults. With lots of beautiful colored pictures it is simply inspiring – no matter what direction you are coming from and heading to…and how well you can read ;)…pictures can talk, too ;)…just listen! (And watch out for those jumping words to grab your attention…hihi. There is a spirit in it! A good one…to help you move to a better place.)

It is motivating for you (especially for parents/mothers) and leads you in the right direction….to deeply connect with your offspring again and with nature...and have a happy relationship ever after…:).

You will learn:
Ø What we are meant to eat
Ø How natural living looks like (breastfeeding, homebirths, carried babies and much more)
Ø The problems of our world
Ø Examples for a better life
Ø and more…

Available as e-book right now for 15.95 USD. If you would like to have it as softcover book and to order please contact me for details at sr20500@yahoo.de.

Help your children to truly understand this world!! Help their spirits to soar! Think about the bigger picture! Make it happen!! Altogether we can make it!! Let’s start… It also makes a great gift!

About the author:
Sonja Watt, born and raised in Germany, is a mother of two children. Through them she realized that this planet is moving further away from normal and natural living. She made it her goal to work on the realization of a better future for all of us – especially for our children...our next generation!

Knowing they have many questions that need to be answered set the seed for this raw food book for young and old... but especially for children!

She is there to motivate others to get active and find their paths, to help mothers realize their strengths again and to connect with their hearts!

Order now

By ordering now you also receive a free gift with lots of information about natural living (including links – my personal rolodex)…homebirth, carried babies, diaperless babies, breastfeeding, spiritual growth, positive parenting (tips for younger children, teens and adults – we all grow ;) )…for every age something important!!!

Please also visit my website at

http://www.rawfunfamily.com/. Enjoy!
In happiness,

Sonja Watt

Mothering from the heart - raw mothers roar strong!

This is a t-shirt I had painted...it says in the front: If your food isn't living how can you be? I thought it looks great!! If you want one of those as well...let me know!

This time I have to share some more thoughts...from my soul.

I am here for all of you mothers to motivate, support and create a life we all enjoy again!! As mothers we learn to be as flexible as can be...learn to manage and organize a household next to children and often work...choosing to take care of a husband that is rarely home and being a psycologist, best friend, lover, soul mate, hair stylist, cook (raw food chef...or even better...help the family transition!!!), nutritionist, teacher, life guide and more...we are there to build up people if they are down and feel with them when they go through trouble...we are there if our beloved ones and friends need us.. We know what each of our children likes and dislikes best...have a connection and deeper knowing with their souls...knot up when they get hurt...we share tears of joy and sadness....But we are also very strong. In order to be that being called mother we have to be strong...super strong. Unfortunately, it is not acknowledged very much in our world. It is up to us to change that and take us for real! It all starts with us! The female powers are so strong!! We have to get active - each of us on their own...find our personal paths...our purpose on this planet in order to develop our full potential and rock the boat :)...ehm...I mean move this planet forward! We are worth it to be treated with the highest respect!! No stumping down of emotions, feelings, etc. Trust your feelings and emotions! Stand up for yourself...also for your children! They need to see a better example in their lifes! And don't think about being egoistic!! We are fed that thought for sooo long we still believe it! It is not at all egoistic to follow your higher purpose...the guidance of your inner self...your spirit...to live the connection of love and happiness...and not having to suck it from others in order to get some little bit of it...but always be disappointed and fall back into a deep whole wondering...why me?? It is very wise to go for your goals as that is why you are here! It would be egoistic to stay stuck because you think of your own dilemma over and over again... No, take your wheel in your hands again and stir it in the direction you want it to go! You can do it! Even...or because you are a mother! Only when we feel our connection again we can be true and motivated. There is no higher purpose than to serve this beautiful planet...doing what we have to do...coming from our souls!

Be able to feel yourself again in deep harmony...have that sparkling connection to your unborn baby...awaiting it with open arms...being happy about your body and the amazing abilities of it! We have such a wonderful instrument to play with...live in it - be with it - take care of it - be grateful for it - honor it - respect it!

There is another reason speaks through my heart:
We, as humans are meant to be tribal people! It is not normal for a mother to raise her children by herself all the time! Many mothers feel overwhelmed, having to fight for some time to herself or to go to work (that they often don't like)…thinking about giving her kids to kindergarden, etc. just to have some time to herself! And feel sad doing so… We all need some space…some time to get back to our roots and re-energize…to recharge in order to function well again…to embrace our children with love and patience! When our “glasses are empty” we cannot give enough that is needed! That’s why I believe we have to come back to a tribal setting again….where mothers and fathers support each other again. Mothers doing housework, garden, etc. happily together while the children are happy to learn from adults, older kids, etc. and be able to play with each other in a safe surrounding…out in nature!!
We have to get back to our roots!
Let’s connect and get started in order to get back to our balance and happiness!! Let’s create a tribe full of love, passion and spirit!! NOW, let’s make this planet a better and safer place for the future…our children and their children… Get active! And always remember: You are valueable and worth it to have some rest and fun as well!! We are meant to have fun...living happily most of the time!!! Together…. We are all one!

You can create the life you want to have...you can choose...you are strong...and you have a great time doing so...because you do what you love!

In happiness,
:9 Sonja

PS: For free recipes, recommended links and more make sure you sign in for my newsletter!!