in the moment...

Heartsong Playa Hydration Project

c-h-a-d — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:22:54 GMT

You are hereby invited to sponsor the Heartsong Playa Hydration Project, in Black Rock City at the Basura Sagrada, by adopting chai by the gallon. One gallon of chai costs about $20 to produce, and a gallon will serve 18 people. The Heartsong crew is volunteering our manufacturing time and abilities, transport and refrigeration of all the tea, construction of the carts and service at Basura Sagrada. It is our great hope that our fellow citizens will sponsor the purchase of spices, sweeteners and teas. All food donations are tax deductible through the non-profit that is supporting the temple project this year. There are two easy ways to gift your fellow citizens with a quench to their thirst: 1. Paypal: Click here https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=hschai%2eadmin%40gmail%2ecom&item_name=Heartsong%20Playa%20Hydration%20Project&no_shipping=0&no_note=1&tax=0&currency_code=USD&lc=US&bn=PP%2dDonationsBF&charset=UTF%2d8or just use PayPal to send money to hschai.admin@gmail.com. All donated funds will be spent on ingredients for playa hydration. Heartsong will not profit from this gift to the community. 2. Mail a check to: Heartsong Playa Hydration Project 2220 Ashland St. Ashland Or. 97520. Again, this money will only be spent on ingredients for BRC. We hope tons of people participate in this opportunity because we are all very excited to offer free flowing hydration through the temple. Other ways you can help with this project include: ~ Forward this e-mail to many friends ~ Bring water to the playa for sun teas ~ Sign up to serve tea at the temple (how fun is that?) Eight years ago, friends and I started a beverage company in Ashland Oregon. Our mission? Raising the Vibration of the Nation through Hydration. The Heartsong Herbal Brewing Company brews and bottles tea in Ashland, Oregon at a place called the Chai Hut. We just built it over the last two years and we think it is pretty cool. We grind our whole, organic spices by bicycle power. We juice organic citrus “in-hut” for the Pepper Brews. We purchase our honey directly from Oregon Apiaries. We brew in 100-gallon batches in a factory we built ourselves. For three years, as individuals, we’ve been bringing our teas out to the playa, serving the city builders and the citizens of Black Rock City. Burning Man is one way that as individuals we get to express our passion for hydration. It gets us out of the factory and in touch with people. Over the years we have built various forms of mobile hydration stations. In 2007, we served 500 gallons in 5 days! We love to activate hydration at the place people need it most. Truly, as a collective, we get off on the opportunity to hydrate thousands of partying people in the desert! And then we heard the theme for 2008 and recognized the alignment with our American Dream…and well, We started thinking big. In synchronicity, our friends Shrine and Tucker were awarded the great honor of building this year’s temple. Soon, they invited us to serve mad amounts of tea at the Basura Sagrada temple. Gifting us the opportunity to make our American dream come true! It’s also a sweet revolution because by serving mass quantities of tea for free at the temple we gently remind BRC that the spirit of the city is commerce free.** So we took a weekend and went to Oakland to build four mobile hydration stations. Of course they are all made out of trash! They are inspired in design by the Basura Sagrada Temple and graced by the paintbrush of Shrine. We vow to make and serve as much tea as our fellow citizens sponsor. ** While Burning Man is a commerce free event, the city runs Center Camp Café, which sells a handful of necessities: Water, coffee, chai and lemonade. You can bring your own mug but no worries, they’ve got thousands of disposables. To encourage radical self-reliance, we will not be providing cups with our tea this year.

3:41 am

c-h-a-d — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:39:04 GMT

It was 3:41 am when I was lying in bed, recently awoken by a strange, albeit unsettling, dream. I noticed I had a text. Not too long later, I noticed the black sky lightening to that strange space of blue, alerting me to the inevitable dawn. how long does that last anyway? It was 4:56 when I heard the first bird song of the day. it was a little lighter outside, but not too much. I was typing by 5:12. I hadn’t even fallen asleep some time after midnight. The throws of stress. the ravens come after the smaller birds, with the stellar jays in between. a few bats flutter past my balcony on their way home. the lawn sprinklers are on at 5:37.

Heartsong is...

c-h-a-d — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:34:33 GMT

The Heartsong Herbal Brewing Company is a sustainable, profitable, solvent business. We are: Empowered Honest Flourishing Thriving Receptive Authentic Nourishing Overflowing with Abundance! Heartsong is a transformative force for good; a state of mind

in 300 miles we would have three flat tires

c-h-a-d — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:26:38 GMT

It was a warm and sunny afternoon outside of the warehouse in Oakland where Basura Sagrada is being built, Heartsong had built some mobile hydrations stations and the some of the finishing touches were being added, especially being blessed with Shrine’s handy-work with a brush: an honor indeed. They are gorgeous and will serve the folks at High Sierra Music Festival, Oregon Country Fair, and thousands of citizens of Black Rock City, mostly in Basura Sagrada. KLC arrived and after a few goodbyes and such and things, her and I were in the GoGo MoHo on our way to Ashland, a mere 340 miles or so. She mentioned how she loved hot dogs and off we went… Well, an hour or so into the drive, still on the 505, we were chewing bubble gum and blowing bubbles. Much like bubbles pop, so do tires, on occasion. We were doused with the smoke of burning rubber and the obvious rapid “thunk-thunk-thunk-thunk” noise of a flat tire. We pulled over and worked things out. Tuk provided some ground support. A kind CHP stopped in and mentioned how the GoGo MoHo made him think of Haight-Ashbury and the “um….let’s see….what do you call em? Ah, spiritual types. They like nature and things.” He decided to leave after not too long. The tow truck folks came and threw the new tire on and off we went, of course, not without the older gentleman showing me his new LED flashlight, making sure to point out how it plugs in to charge and how bright it is. As we drove off, KLC mentioned how a hot dog would be perfect… A little ways down the road, somewhere on the 5, around Willows, the GoGo MoHo thought it might be funny and be a repeat offender. Again, we were doused with the smoke of burning rubber and obvious rapid “thunk-thunk-thunk-thunk” noise of a flat tire. It appears that the spare tire was in not-so-good condition and could only hold out for bout 150 miles or so. Bummer. Well, this is inconvenient. We kept our cool, even through several phone calls with KLC’s AAA and their apparent ineptitude at noticing her renewal to “RV Plus” status. I even became a little angry with them, but managed to remain calm and collected though it was obvious no one could help us at that hour. As you can imagine, by this time, KLC was totally craving a hot dog…. So, here we were, on the I5, around 2 am with one of four back tires flat, no spare tire and no help coming. We trucked on, super slowly, half way in the breakdown lane, halfway in the highway, about 20 miles north to Red Bluff. We managed to pull safely into a Wal-Mart parking lot. I think we went to bed by 3 or 4 am with my alarm clock set for 8 am. KLC accidently set hers for 7 am, which we would later discover. I swear that as I was falling asleep that I could hear KLC talking in her sleep about hot dogs…. Awake and a little groggy in my head, we drove the GoGo MoHo over to Wal-Mart where they proceeded to tell us that they would not do anything for us. KLC managed to find a nice girl inside and with her assistance, we found a cool tow truck company that brought two used tires and replaced things on site. KLC was a little bummed when she realized that she had forgotten to get a hot dog for breakfast before we were back on the 5 by 10:30 or so…. Sweet! Thirty miles to go, just over the Siskiyou Pass, a mere 4,310 feet in elevation, the highest spot on the I5. Moving along, laughing, talking, driving, and stitching, an extremely loud “POP” sound accompanied immediately by a loud and deflating “hiss” comes from the rear of the MoHo. I just burst out laughing. I couldn’t help it, it was too fucking insanely ludicrous that in less than 300 miles we would have three flat tires. But I did feel horrible for KLC. She SO wanted a hot dog… No time to wait. We trudge on, repeating the half-in-the-breakdown-lane maneuver. Only this time it is super sketchy as there is now traffic and many 18-wheelers, compared to the night before when there was little traffic in the middle of nowhere. We miraculously make it over the pass and drop into Ashland. We are giggling as we pull into the Chai Hut Parking lot. Thankfully, KLC has a few hours to get organized before she needs to get to the Medford Airport to get to Sonic Bloom. Unfortunately, KLC never did get her hot dog before getting on her flight. Maybe Jamie has a few at his house… (editor’s note: KLC now has six brand new tires on the GoGo MoHo awaiting her return in Ashland before the Oregon Country Fair.)

Emerg+N+See 2008!!

c-h-a-d — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:35:47 GMT

EMRG+N+SEE ‘08 : Music+Arts Festival – July 18th – 20th Miller Brothers Ranch, Salem, Oregon Directions: 2008.emrgnsee.com/directions/ This aint no disco! EMRG+N+SEE is Oregon’s only festival showcasing over three days & nights worth of the best cutting-edge electronic & live music to be found anywhere! Not mere DJs – pioneers of sound, vision & light – all taking it further! As well, feast on stunning art installations to delight your eyes, attend transformational workshops that will leave you rearranged, purchase independent fashion and goods, and meet wonderful people in a lush enchanted forest! Featuring: Lifesavas, Zilla, Eoto, Helios, Random Rab, Vibesquad, Mykah 9, Heavyweight Dub Champion, Pnuma live p.a. set, Eliot Lipp live, Filastine, Ill Gates, Ana Sia, Danny Corn, 3WS, Gabriel (e.l.f), Eprom, Shawna, Jantsen, Welder, Lafa Taylor, Lynx, Jamie Janover, Funginears, Reggie Watts, Luminous fog, Novatron, Surrounded by Ninjas, Saqi, Sleepyhead, Trichome, Max Ullis, Taal Mala, tusk, Phowa, Chris Sia, Anahata Sound, Solovox, Neptune, Geno Cochino, Break Beat Buddha, Monkeytech, Ryan Organ, Organic Time Machine, Eleven Eyes, Sasha Butterfly Rose, Global Ruckus, Lesley Kernochan, New Super Heros, Y La Bamba, Comma, Fkir, Bot 23, Kalapaturu tree, and more tba! Find us on MySpace!: www.myspace.com/emrgnsee Join the discussion on Tribe.net: tribes.tribe.net/emrgnsee We think you just might love what we do together! Tickets available now: 2008.emrgnsee.com/tickets/ The Emrg+N+See Festival is one of the only Oregon-based, three-day events dedicated to showcasing: emerging underground electronic music acts and producers from a broad scope of genres, digital & traditional media art, performance, and independently created fashion & products. Emrg+N+See was born to serve. Conceived in a small café once upon a time in Ashland Oregon, a small band of creatives set out to produce events that brought together emerging artists alongside current topics of social and environmental awareness. That seed was planted in January 2004 and has grown through the years into the festival we know of today - an arena of artist appreciation and integration into popular culture and commerce. From west coast to east, from Inner being to outer space – it doesn’t matter which – people with skills, musicians with passion, artists with vision – all come to collect themselves under the banner of Emrg+N+See!

join the heartsong e-mail list!!!!!

c-h-a-d — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:17:10 GMT

give me your e-mail address and i'll add you to the heartsong e-news list. we send out, generally, one newsletter a month. this one will be full of good stuff, like our summer schedule and props to basurag sagrada..... in light, with love, *chad*

we are what we think

c-h-a-d — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 16:43:39 GMT

We are what we think All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make the world. Speak or act with a pure mind And happiness will follow you As your shadow, unshakeable. How can a troubled mind understand the way? Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own thoughts unguarded. But once mastered, No one can help you as much, Not even your father or your mother. Buddha

need a ride from portland to ashland on sunday

c-h-a-d — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 04:59:59 GMT

seeking a ride from portland to ashland on sunday june 8th. would love to be back in ashland by 5pm at the latest... bonuses: good at conversation good at silent driving meditations don't smoke safe in all aspects can drive standard sexy

a physically identical response to that of heroin

c-h-a-d — Sat, 24 May 2008 17:16:41 GMT

Here’s what happens in your body when you assault it with a Coke: Within the first 10 minutes, 10 teaspoons of sugar hit your system. This is 100 percent of your recommended daily intake, and the only reason you don’t vomit as a result of the overwhelming sweetness is because phosphoric acid cuts the flavor. Within 20 minutes, your blood sugar spikes, and your liver responds to the resulting insulin burst by turning massive amounts of sugar into fat. Within 40 minutes, caffeine absorption is complete; your pupils dilate, your blood pressure rises, and your livers dumps more sugar into your bloodstream. Around 45 minutes, your body increases dopamine production, which stimulates the pleasure centers of your brain – a physically identical response to that of heroin, by the way. After 60 minutes, you’ll start to have a sugar crash. Sources: * Nutrition Research Center October 24, 2007 How many sodas have you had today? How about your kids? As of 2005, white bread was dethroned as the number one source of calories in the American diet, being replaced by soft drinks. The average American drinks more than 60 gallons of soft drinks each year, but before you grab that next can of soda, consider this: one can of soda has about 10 teaspoons of sugar, 150 calories, 30 to 55 mg of caffeine, and is loaded with artificial food colors and sulphites. Not to mention the fact that it’s also your largest source of dangerous high-fructose modified corn syrup. Let’s take a look at some of the other major components of a can of soda: * Phosphoric Acid: Which can interfere with the body's ability to use calcium, leading to osteoporosis or softening of the teeth and bones. * Sugar: It is a proven fact that sugar increases insulin levels, which can lead to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes, weight gain, premature aging and many more negative side effects. Most sodas include over 100 percent of the RDA of sugar. Sugar is so bad for your health in so many ways, I even created an entire list outlining 100-Plus Ways in Which Sugar Can Damage Your Health * Aspartame: This chemical is used as a sugar substitute in diet soda. There are over 92 different health side effects associated with aspartame consumption including brain tumors, birth defects, diabetes, emotional disorders and epilispsy/seizures. * Caffeine: Caffeinated drinks cause jitters, insomnia, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, elevated blood cholesterol levels, vitamin and mineral depletion, breast lumps, birth defects, and perhaps some forms of cancer. * Tap Water: I recommend that everyone avoid drinking tap water because it can carry any number of chemicals including chlorine, trihalomethanes, lead, cadmium, and various organic pollutants. Tap water is the main ingredient in bottled soft drinks. Clearly, the over-consumption of sodas and sweet drinks is one of the leading causes fueling the world-wide obesity epidemic. One independent, peer-reviewed study published in the British medical journal The Lancet demonstrated a strong link between soda consumption and childhood obesity. They found that 12-year-olds who drank soft drinks regularly were more likely to be overweight than those who didn't. In fact, for each additional daily serving of sugar-sweetened soft drink consumed during the nearly two-year study, the risk of obesity jumped by 60 percent. Here’s another sobering fact if you’re struggling with weight issues: Just one extra can of soda per day can add as much as 15 pounds to your weight over the course of a single year! Other statistics on the health dangers of soft drinks include: * One soda per day increases your risk of diabetes by 85 percent * Soda drinkers have higher cancer risk. While the federal limit for benzene in drinking water is 5 parts per billion (ppb), researchers have found benzene levels as high as 79 ppb in some soft drinks, and of the 100 brands tested, most had at least some detectable level of benzene present * Soda has been shown to cause DNA damage – courtesy of sodium benzoate, a common preservative found in many soft drinks, which has the ability to switch off vital parts of your DNA. This could eventually lead to diseases such as cirrhosis of the liver and Parkinson's If you are still drinking soda, stopping the habit is an easy way to improve your health. Pure water is a much better choice, or if you must drink a carbonated beverage, try sparkling mineral water with a squirt of lime or lemon juice. There is absolutely NO REASON your kids should ever drink soda. None, nada, zip, zero. No excuses. The elimination of soft drinks is one of the most crucial factors to deal with many of the health problems you or your children suffer. If you struggle with an addiction to soda, (remember, sugar is actually more addictive than cocaine!) I strongly recommend you consider Turbo Tapping as a simple yet highly effective tool to help you stop this health-sucking habit. Turbo Tapping is a simple and clever use of the Emotional Freedom Technique, designed to resolve many aspects of an issue in a concentrated period of time. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/01/12/what-happens-to-your-body-within-an-hour-of-drinking-a-coke.aspx

March 4th & Saqi @ inner child tonight, 5/21

c-h-a-d — Wed, 21 May 2008 17:34:37 GMT

check out the amazing March Fourth marching Band AND saQi rage the inner child on oak street in ashland wed 5/21/2008 7pm. YEAH!

from the desk of the chai guy

c-h-a-d — Thu, 15 May 2008 00:25:10 GMT

(from the last heartsong newsletter) Wow! It is barely a word to begin to describe the last four years of my life working in the Heartsong Herbal Brewing Company alongside the Chai Mama and taking on the title of "The Chai Guy." I began as a volunteer, moving to Elizabeth's house from the mountains of the Little Applegate Valley in southern Oregon. I had a great room over looking the Jacksonville brewery, a converted garage in her backyard, in trade for my time and energy, which was mostly the Farmer's Market, deliveries, and brewing. Now I am a proud owner and can ride my bike to the Chai Hut form my apartment in Ashland. Some might say that I'm "living the dream." It's true, in many ways. I am my own boss, get to work alongside my best friend, and I am constantly thanked for "what I do." I had no idea that my environmental policy degree would carry me so far! But living this dream is not without its challenges. I am sure that a business degree would come in quite handy, but then again, I am learning far more from experiencing business than any textbook could teach me, which I often find myself reading in my (very limited) spare time. I am also lucky to have some excellent mentors. In the last four years, I worked to bring Heartsong to Eugene. This was the first time that Heartsong flew the coop, so to speak, leaving the Rogue Valley, much like a child off to college. It was not too long after that we found ourselves brewing up a storm in Jacksonville for some co-ops in Portland. It quickly became quite apparent that our demand far, far exceeded our ability to supply. Always a good problem to have in business, right? This fork in the path led us to a larger building, what would become the Chai Hut. When it came time to move, we simply packed up and moved, more or less, with big wide eyes, smiling faces, and a scrub brush in our hands. We thought that the Chai Hut would be the solution. Which, in many ways it has been and is, but the path we chose has been a little rocky and has presented many learning opportunities as well as challenges, most of which consisted of financial matters. It took quite a bit of time and money just to clean the Chai Hut, never mind the costs and time and learning curve of building a brewery. This has been one of the most exciting things for me. There is a great level of satisfaction and pride I feel when I see the four-head filler pumping Mate Fire or Rooibos Chai (or any brew!) into glass bottles. And yet, here we crawl toward another fork in the Heartsong path, one way leading to rags, the other way leading to riches. I prefer the path to riches, leaving a swath of hydrated and happy people along the way. The latter is already occurring on a daily basis. Last week I had a customer call and tell me repeatedly how much she loves Heartsong Chai and just this morning, a friend told me how cool he thought Heartsong was as he we discussed our opportunities and choices in life. The last four months have consisted of monumental growth for Heartsong. As you read above, Heartsong began New Seasons Markets in Portland, PCC Markets and Madison Market in Seattle, accounts in Chico and Sacramento, exhibited at the Seattle GreenFest in April and have been invited back to the Oregon Country Fair and will return to the Temple at Burning Man to hydrate the masses. Heartsong is now in Whole Foods Market in Portland. Whole Foods! Our demand continues to grow, but this time, with our brewery up and running, we are ready, willing and more than able to meet that demand. At the same time, April proved to be the most financially challenging month of Heartsong, ever. May looks like it might have the same challenge, while June looks good and from there on out we have solid traction, we are solvent, and we are growing healthily and steadily, just as perfect as any business model might suggest. I am excited to experience Heartsong every day in all of its strength and integrity. I am excited to wake up every morning knowing that I am living the dream of working with my friends and being constantly and consistently thanked for my work. I am excited and proud to be a part of a company that can walk it's talk, through challenges and through growth. I am excited to be the Chai Guy. In Gratitude & Love, Chad The Chai Guy

today is my astrological birthday....

c-h-a-d — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 06:15:20 GMT

neat!

little worlds

c-h-a-d — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 23:41:57 GMT

i am reminded of just how small of a bubble i often live in by the great and selfless deeds of my friends. i worry about getting ready for a greenfest in seattle to sell stuff while my friends unfurl "free tibet" banners on the golden gate bridge, risking their lives to help stop another cultural genocide in the world..... it is similar to whenever i hear the brett dennen lyrics, "in a world of suffering why must i be so blessed?"

we're in: oregon country fair!

c-h-a-d — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 18:23:49 GMT

so stoked to come home from portland to see an envelope from the oregon country fair letting heartsong know we're in! Y E A H ! c u there

wanna work @ heartsong? hmmmm....

c-h-a-d — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 03:14:24 GMT

Heartsong Herbal Brewing Company Administrative Assistance and Café Position: Part-time The Heartsong Herbal Brewing Company exists to revitalize human body, mind, spirit and community through good brews and good business. The mission of Heartsong is to provide organic, healthful beverages and good, fun jobs to people. Heartsong is seeking a reliable and outgoing team player to hire to accomplish administrative duties and to run our café. This is a part-time position, thirty hours per week: Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. This has potential to become a full-time position. The Priorities: • Administrative Duties: Including but not limited to: answering phones, invoicing, QuickBooks data entry, filing, organizing, research, scheduling meetings, etc. • Manage and maintain the café/store: Run the cash register, café inventory control and ordering, opening and closing duties, stocking shelves, cleaning, etc. • Prepare and serve drinks for customers • Coordinating Café events, such as small music acts, tours, meetings, etc. • General cleaning • Shipping and receiving • Other tasks may be involved • Manage café employees • Oversee and guide volunteers and interns • Constant communication and check-ins with the Chai Guy and Chai Mama. Other duties include, but not limited to: • General cleaning and light maintenance • Handling web orders • Shipping and receiving • Event preparation • Spice blend production assistance • Light delivery and pick-ups Requirements: • MUST be RELIABLE, trustworthy and have exceptional follow through • MUST be organized! • Proficient in excel • Experience with QuickBooks • Must have an impeccable eye for detail • Graphic design skills, Photoshop, making simple signs, etc. • Ability to communicate clearly and take ownership of your feelings: non-violent communication skills a plus • Must be friendly and out-going • Able to work in a fast-paced environment • Willing to do repetitive tasks • Committed to represent Heartsong with integrity and love in all ways • Must be able to lift fifty pounds • Flexibility is key Heartsong Employee Guide • Work hard • Smile a lot • Commitment to positive, forward movement...always • Be clear and present when at work • Know your limits • Listen • Listen some more • Be open to self-exploration • Celebrate diversity • Support one another • Have compassion and patience for yourself and others • Walk your talk • Be open with communication, no fear of self expression • Leave your ego home FYI: • Heartsong expects excellence from its employees • Heartsong is a very demanding organization To Apply: Before you do anything, please become familiar with Heartsong and visit our website: www.heartsongchai.com. Please create a letter of introduction and intention. Please answer the following questions: What do you know about Heartsong and why do you want to work with Heartsong? Why are you seeking employment at this time? What was your favorite job and least favorite job and why? Include a brief summary of past employment (where & when) and references. You can drop off your letter at the Chai Hut at 2220 Ashland Street, Ashland, OR 97520 or e-mail to info@heartsongchai.com. 541-488-5614. We look forward to meeting you. Have a beautiful day!

the demon came out, grabbed me, thrashed me....

c-h-a-d — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:51:09 GMT

I had the best opportunity to really enjoy some off-the-hook stellar music the other night….. but the demon came out, grabbed me, thrashed me, picked me upside down and kicked my teeth in all the while heartily laughing as I staggered about putting them back in. I wasted away an evening of beauty and love in a drunken stupor, splendidly naive to my own state as policemen stammered about and forced the chai mama to hold the energy on her own, as I lacked the ability to even recognize the direness of the situation, I was not clear and present. I let me family down. I did not practice what I preached. I fell from integrity. I will not repeat this mistake.

so uh...this chat thing....

c-h-a-d — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 03:30:32 GMT

so does anyone actually use this chat thing? and what other benies do i get for my gold star aside from having the adverts removed? what's going on here anywhere? where am i and why aren't i sleeping? am i truly awake right now?

ana sia * danny corn * sasha * mercury * tarah * 3/27 @ the chai hut

c-h-a-d — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:33:20 GMT

so sorry for the delay on getting info on this one out there.... i just spent a super amazing weekend in Bend, after a week of mad work, and being in Portland the week before.... blah blah blah.... anyway, the chai mama just finished the poster today.... as you can see, this shall be another stellar night of music to dance in the spring season... after ana and i dialed in a date for a show, the chai mama decided to invite mercury and sasha too. *Y*E*A*H* oh what a night! so, come one, come all..... as the Heartsong Presents: Tarah Ana Sia Danny Corn Sasha Mercury @ the chai hut Thursday, March 27, 2008 10pm till ??? $7 at the door.... but better make it before it fills up.... Bring a mug. CHOOSE NOT TO BOOZE We got plenty of good brews!

check in....

c-h-a-d — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:13:36 GMT

FACTS: ~Amount of water needed to produce 1 pound of wheat: 25 gallons ~Amount of water needed to produce 1 pound of beef: 2,500 gallons ~A 16-year study of 6,000 vegetarians and 5,000 non-vegetarians in the UK found that the vegetarians generally had lower LDL cholesterol levels and lower death rates for each of the mortality endpoints studied. THINGS AN ETHANOL MASCOT WOULD NEVER TELL YOU ~The grain required to fill a 25 gallon SUV gas tank with ethanol would feed one person for a year. ~The grain to fill the tank every two weeks over a year would feed 26 people. ~U.S. taxpayers now subsidize the ethanol industry at a rate of 51¢ per gallon (a law in effect until 2010). Source: Earth Policy Institute

ana sia and danny corn...coming to ashlandia

c-h-a-d — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 20:07:14 GMT

yuppers. i was able to get a good groove on in portland the other night to most of ana sia's set but i missed danny....but not the next time...which will be in my house, the chai hut.... so get ready for a deep excursion into dance at the chai hut on thursday march 27th.... more details to come, and a "heartsong presents" flier, of course... in love....

1st Friday: Tabu premiers Pepper Brews as mixers!

c-h-a-d — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:30:49 GMT

how exciting! so, for months and months and months, on First Friday in Ashland, this place called Tabu has hosted the party. All the crazies in Ashland ascend upon Tabu to hear some stellar music, dance, and imbibe. This First Friday, which is today, is the premier of Heartsong Pepper Brews at Tabu being used in mixed drinks. So the Chai Mama and I will be giving out samples of the Pepper Brews for your tasting pleasure and then you can go over to the bar and order your favorite drink made with the Mate Fire, Habanero Honey Brew, or Thai Dragon Tonic. It's gonna be super fun.... c u there.

VibeSquad 3-1, (rab is not coming to ashland)

c-h-a-d — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 19:19:25 GMT

so....Rab is stuck in Dubai and will NOT be in Ashland on Saturday. CandyLand is still on, but without Rab... Looks like I will have to wait to see Rab until another day... so, for your dancing and auditory pleasantries i am pleased to invite you to: Inner Child Cafe 310 Oak st Ashland, OR 3-1-2008 Saturday 10pm {{{{{{SOUNDS}}}}} Tarrah saQi ViveSquaD lAvA mAcHeTe $10. YEAH!

padoodlegooked

c-h-a-d — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:57:31 GMT

i would say that is how i was last night.... padoodlegooked,slurry, stumbly, and well, just plain drunk.... ooopsie! Happy Birthday Tosha!

for the story

c-h-a-d — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:24:29 GMT

For The Story The more I'm looking The less I find The less I find peace of mind The more I struggle The less I feel The less I feel free The more I know you the more I see and the more I know me What a story we make Each day another revelation What a story we make come let's fill our hearts with jubilation The more I open The more I love The less I fear For each day we're given I thank God I thank God that we're here Cause what a story we make Each day another tribulation What a story we make Come let's quench our thirst in the waters of creation For the story is in the water For the story In the water ~~forest sun~~

♥♥♥♥♥ mission accomplished ♥♥♥♥♥

c-h-a-d — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:34:48 GMT

indeed....what an eventful trip to portland. Big thanks to ♥amy♥ and ♥gratidude♥ for another luxurious stay in casa-zen. i feel so blessed to have such beautiful people in my life. treasures, for sure. so, beginning in march, you will be able to get Heartsong Pepper Brews at New Seasons Markets. it's been a long time coming, but also a challenging long time.... now the real work begins. so thankful for this opportunity to get the hydration bottles out there further and further to more and more folks....drink up!