What is impressive about Katie's quest win is she had taken a sabbatical from Facebook during the time of the quest. Instead of letting that stop her from coming along for the fun, she made the decision to go directly to my blog spot to participate. I think she enjoyed the challenges of the quest but I believe the main reason she was such a consistent presence was because she wanted to support one of her best friends. 💗My heart overflows with the gratitude of having a friend like her. Katie answered every riddle and was the only treasure seeker to to give the extra credit riddle a shot. There is nothing in this world like a friend who joins you for your wild excursions with a smile on her face and an open heart.
The story behind her treasures begins at the top left corner of the picture above. Her card, the
Rising Phoenix, a mythical bird in the colors of fire (red, orange, yellow and blue) symbolizes Katie's indestructible spirit, creative abilities, strength and the clarity, transformation and renewal that she is experiencing in her life at present. Below her Phoenix card is
"The Goonies", one of the movies that inspired my obsession with quests, adventures and intrigue (post coming soon about the Goonie club and obstacle course of my youth). Giving her this movie is fitting on many levels. One, her and I have been on countless escapades that would make the Goonies proud (stories of these should be upcoming posts). Two, I envisioned that once her and her Boulder, CO buddies had enjoyed a movie night, that this adventure movie could go on it's own adventure. It could be the traveling Goonie movie, finding it's way to treasure seekers all over.
Below "The Goonies" movie in the picture at the top is
Tulsi Tea. I chose for almost all the treasure winners a tea from my collection of herbal teas. For Katie, Tulsi Tea, also known as Holy Basil - "Queen of Herbs". Here's a few health benefits that Tulsi is known for: reduce stress, weight loss, headache relief, respiratory benefits, skin and hair benefits, digestive system benefits, cardiovascular benefits, reduces fevers, dental and oral health, dissolves kidney stones, reduces risk of diabetes, anti-cancer, aids in quitting smoking, aids the nervous system and helps with arthritis. Beside the tea is the
Las Vegas casino token as a reminder of the luck we create when we strive for our heart's desire. Next to the token is the marvelous
sea urchin spine connecting Katie to her love of the ocean and reminding her of her immense strength. These sea urchin spines are so strong and uniquely architected by Nature that scientists are learning how to utilize their intelligent nanostructure. In the area of the urchin spine is also
the heart found in all quest winner packages as a emblem of our heart being such an important guide in our life. Each heart has a word specific to the individual receiving it, Katie's word is Bliss. Continuing to the right is a fascinating
"cycles of the year" moon calendar. It is read from the center, outwards in an expanding spiral. It's a nod to how in-tune Katie is with nature and her rhythms. Above the cycle calendar is
Katie's journal, "the journey is the adventure". She has lived some epic adventures that have taken her all over the globe and this journal reminds me of the indomitable spirit of fun and exploration she embodies every day of her life. On top of the journal are five treasures. The
tree doubloon ~ as I've mentioned, trees are very special to me for many reasons and this celtic tree has a sacred message on the flip side of coin that was chosen for Katie, alone. A
key ~ symbolic for all treasure questers that represents each adventurer being able to access the many gateways to riches in our individual journeys.
The hematite ring - as in the epic movies based on Tolkien's books, there was a powerful ring involved, this hematite ring was given to each of the treasure quest winners as a symbol of powerful connection to this planet, to each other and to the world. It symbolizes us making way for more positivity into our life through our logical thinking, self-esteem, focus and being grounded. There is an
arrow with a blue point. Katie and I share sister arrows. They represent our connection to each other and how we stand beside each other in our pursuit of our life's purpose. The arrow also represents our laser pointed focus on our intentions and how in the flow we are with our dreams. The
rose quartz, gifted to each of the treasure winners symbolizes unconditional love, compassion, nourishment and a sense of fulfillment and contentment. As we all navigate this wild ride of life, the rose quartz treasure reminds us to make sure we gift ourselves the self-love and nurturing that we need along the way. The
clear crystal quartz was an intimate piece of mine and Greg's collection gifted to each fellow quest mate. Greg and I mined these clear crystals ourselves during our 9th anniversary adventure in Hot Springs, Arkansas last year I wanted each person to know how special they are to me for traveling along this quest path. Beside the journal, a
green onyx(also known as Chalcedony quartz)
lion representing Katie the Leo, the lionhearted and her fierce ability to excel at anything she puts her mind to. The stone boosts her super powers of positive energy, confidence and courage. The
butterfly, in the same colors as the Phoenix card and like the Phoenix, symbolize the transformation and expansion that Katie has attained and is continuing to attain. Beneath the butterfly and lion, is a
painting with a quote that reminds me of how Katie lives her life. Above the quote is another painting that reads "
Great Creator". A few years ago, Katie lived with Greg and I in our nomadic travels for a few months. Her and I were able to have some amazing experiences together, including "The Artist's Way", which is where that treasure came from. 💖
Tomorrow, I'll explore the story and meanings of Lisa's treasure package.
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