Dear Friends,
It is so wet here. Nearly six days and nights now and still it rains. Both places we felt destined to visit for the Holidays included Laguna Beach and San Juan Capistrano ... both are now closed off with floods, mud slides, and evacuations. For now, we are putting our plans on hold. At least we are OK in a safe area. Except large trees all around us are being uprooted by a water soaked soil and then the trees are falling into power lines and cutting off power. If the power does go off ... we are well stocked with candles, food, and necessary personal care items. So I am praying for the rains to quit. I will write again tomorrow.
Lots of love and light to everyone,
Amber Silverstar
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Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Monday, October 04, 2010
MOVIE REVIEW: LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS
Dear Friends,
If you are looking for a movie to get away from the stresses of life and take the kids to see, look for something else besides LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS. Directed by Zack Snyder with stars Abbie Cornish, Essie Davis, Joel Edgerton, this movie is about Soren, a young barn owl, who is kidnapped by other owls of St. Aggie's and forced into being brainwashed into becoming soldiers.
I think it is us, the "public" who is being brainedwashed into believing if a movie is being advertised for the "whole family" and it is animated and 3D, then this is going to be entertainment for all children and even the child at heart.
Except for a few brief moments this movie is totally violent and dark. It would be like seeing STAR WARS with Darth Vader in your face every minute. Three quarters through this movie (thinking maybe it would get better) I walked out. If a movie rating is PG, read the reviews first and take notice.
Guard your child's own spirit and imagination and spare them from this once again Hollywood presentation where beating up, killing, striking, enslaving, betraying and using brute force is the only way to resolve the eternal struggle between good and evil.
Take your child to the park, the beach, the library, the museum, miniature golf, bike riding, boating, fishing, etc./etc and show your family you cherish their souls and spirits plus their minds and bodies. Violence is not about entertaining, it is about destruction, fear, anger, rage, pain and hopelessness.
Be creative. Help your family to develop interesting, adventurous, exciting, life giving and joyful experiences for those moments of pleasure and entertainment to restore, relax, and renew the wonderful cycles of living.
I know next time I will be more discerning.
What do you think?
Write to me amber@ambersilverstar.com
Love and light,
Amber Silverstar
If you are looking for a movie to get away from the stresses of life and take the kids to see, look for something else besides LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS. Directed by Zack Snyder with stars Abbie Cornish, Essie Davis, Joel Edgerton, this movie is about Soren, a young barn owl, who is kidnapped by other owls of St. Aggie's and forced into being brainwashed into becoming soldiers.
I think it is us, the "public" who is being brainedwashed into believing if a movie is being advertised for the "whole family" and it is animated and 3D, then this is going to be entertainment for all children and even the child at heart.
Except for a few brief moments this movie is totally violent and dark. It would be like seeing STAR WARS with Darth Vader in your face every minute. Three quarters through this movie (thinking maybe it would get better) I walked out. If a movie rating is PG, read the reviews first and take notice.
Guard your child's own spirit and imagination and spare them from this once again Hollywood presentation where beating up, killing, striking, enslaving, betraying and using brute force is the only way to resolve the eternal struggle between good and evil.
Take your child to the park, the beach, the library, the museum, miniature golf, bike riding, boating, fishing, etc./etc and show your family you cherish their souls and spirits plus their minds and bodies. Violence is not about entertaining, it is about destruction, fear, anger, rage, pain and hopelessness.
Be creative. Help your family to develop interesting, adventurous, exciting, life giving and joyful experiences for those moments of pleasure and entertainment to restore, relax, and renew the wonderful cycles of living.
I know next time I will be more discerning.
What do you think?
Write to me amber@ambersilverstar.com
Love and light,
Amber Silverstar
Friday, September 10, 2010
URBAN HISTORY - 9/11 THE POEM
THE DAY OF NO RETURN
After acts of terror
after scenes of horror
after mounds of steel
tombs of incinerated bodies
after reflections of betrayal
misplaced energies
powers of darkened emotions
what will happen now
perhaps choices to explore
perhaps possibilities of understanding
perhaps through tears of disbelief
where foundations are not destroyed
people with heads held high
a searching for spiritual comfort
yes, time above all considerations
a time for mercy with justice
oh great spirit of divine inspiration
beloved giver of beauty and life
send beings of light and protection
to peal back veils of confusion
empower them to surround fearful minds
with wings of clarity and strength
a prayer for all to bring back
balance of mind, body, heart
eternally now a balance to all souls
answering each mournful question
with new beginnings and loving resolutions
with respect, compassion and love.
Amber Marie Silverstar
2010
Digital Art Image called Urban History by Amber Silverstar copyright 2010 all rights reserved including electronics, hard copy and derivations. Permission to reproduce contact amber@ambersilverstar.com.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
URBAN HISTORY - 9/11
Dear Friends,
On this Friday, September 11, 2010 we have a tragic date of a tragic reminder of desperate acts by desperate people to destroy lives beyond anything, anyone could have imagined.
Nine years ago I got a phone call from my husband from his workplace which at the time was located near the Los Angeles LAX airport. He called to tell me New York and THE WORLD TRADE CENTER had been attacked. He said I should turn on the television right away. LAX and the areas surrounding where he worked was closed off. No one could go out or come in - word was LAX along with DISNEYLAND and the San Pedro/Los Angeles Harbor were on the attack list.
My husband did not come home for hours ... we lived only a short distance away in the beach towns. Along the ocean in the South Bay, there is only one way in and out - the Pacific Coast Highway, when something goes wrong, you pretty much have to stay put and pray for the best.
As I waited for him to come home, I watched more attacks continue, the Twin Towers fall down,
absolute mayhem and terror. There just seemed to be no end to the images of horror on the screen. Even though the Pentagon had been exploded by more hijacked jets, very little news came from the government. The only word of any kind came from the news broadcasters. My husband and I prayed endlessly for answers only to be filled with more questions.
Like the day President Kennedy was shot, it was as if the whole world stood still and in the silence a distant desire could be heard for both revenge and peace coming from the mind and the heart.
Where were you that day, that moment, that hour when history you may want to forget made a mark forever to be remembered.
Let me know what you think?
Love and light,
Amber Silverstar
amber@ambersilverstar.com
On this Friday, September 11, 2010 we have a tragic date of a tragic reminder of desperate acts by desperate people to destroy lives beyond anything, anyone could have imagined.
Nine years ago I got a phone call from my husband from his workplace which at the time was located near the Los Angeles LAX airport. He called to tell me New York and THE WORLD TRADE CENTER had been attacked. He said I should turn on the television right away. LAX and the areas surrounding where he worked was closed off. No one could go out or come in - word was LAX along with DISNEYLAND and the San Pedro/Los Angeles Harbor were on the attack list.
My husband did not come home for hours ... we lived only a short distance away in the beach towns. Along the ocean in the South Bay, there is only one way in and out - the Pacific Coast Highway, when something goes wrong, you pretty much have to stay put and pray for the best.
As I waited for him to come home, I watched more attacks continue, the Twin Towers fall down,
absolute mayhem and terror. There just seemed to be no end to the images of horror on the screen. Even though the Pentagon had been exploded by more hijacked jets, very little news came from the government. The only word of any kind came from the news broadcasters. My husband and I prayed endlessly for answers only to be filled with more questions.
Like the day President Kennedy was shot, it was as if the whole world stood still and in the silence a distant desire could be heard for both revenge and peace coming from the mind and the heart.
Where were you that day, that moment, that hour when history you may want to forget made a mark forever to be remembered.
Let me know what you think?
Love and light,
Amber Silverstar
amber@ambersilverstar.com
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
SUMMER REVIEW - AUTUMN BEGINNINGS
Welcome To Starworld 22
From the Editor:
Hi, I am Amber Silverstar, welcome to starworld22
"Living a mystical life in a mainstream world."
In this edition, we bring notice that we are now entering those moments when the crisp air tells us cycles are changing again. Changes from Autumn bring messages from the stars including the signs Virgo, Libra and Scorpio. Mercury is also in retrograde now until September 21, 2010.
Vacations are ending, schools are back in session and talks of election fill the air waves. New T.V. shows are launched and Holiday Seasons are already in the backs of our minds.
Do we want to say "good bye" to summer adventures, getaways, and parties. "No way." and yet we also know the sweet and enchanting memories we can have in Autumn.
My loves are homecoming football games, raking colorful leaves, pulling out layers of clothing for chilly days, carving pumpkins and greeting ghosts. Autumn skies begin filling with winter constellations watching over earth changes with celebrations of hopeful, rich harvest and the ground preparing for sleep and hibernation.
In this autumn mood, we offer words from Patricia Arlene with comments about the astrological sign Virgo.
From the Editor:
Hi, I am Amber Silverstar, welcome to starworld22
"Living a mystical life in a mainstream world."
In this edition, we bring notice that we are now entering those moments when the crisp air tells us cycles are changing again. Changes from Autumn bring messages from the stars including the signs Virgo, Libra and Scorpio. Mercury is also in retrograde now until September 21, 2010.
Vacations are ending, schools are back in session and talks of election fill the air waves. New T.V. shows are launched and Holiday Seasons are already in the backs of our minds.
Do we want to say "good bye" to summer adventures, getaways, and parties. "No way." and yet we also know the sweet and enchanting memories we can have in Autumn.
My loves are homecoming football games, raking colorful leaves, pulling out layers of clothing for chilly days, carving pumpkins and greeting ghosts. Autumn skies begin filling with winter constellations watching over earth changes with celebrations of hopeful, rich harvest and the ground preparing for sleep and hibernation.
In this autumn mood, we offer words from Patricia Arlene with comments about the astrological sign Virgo.
We are also welcoming a new writer and her name is Toni Johnson. Tony Johnson will have one section devoted to BRIGHT HOPE where she will help us understand the emotional connections to our mental, physical, and spiritual well being. Ms. Johnson is an acclaimed author, Reiki Master, and bio-feedback consultant.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR MORE COSMIC INFORMATION
ON STARWORL22 FEATURING COSMIC COUSINS
PATRICIA ARLENE AND AMBER SILVERSTAR
Love, light and laughter,
Amber Silverstar
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
LOVE AFFIRMATIONS THE 22 DAY CHALLENGE
Continuing today, I am posting a new love affirmation.
The challenge is to say the affirmation for 22 days
and see how your life will change.
You can let me know what those changes are.
So get ready, start affirming.
I LOVE MY BODY.
Being well, healthy, energetic and happy
comes from the inner voice which says,
"I love my body."
Pain and disease is the withholding of love from ourselves
or from someone else ... or from both.
See if you can restore love to your body,
to yourself, to everyone.
Then watch the difference this makes
in living a whole and balanced life.
For just one day, say the I LOVE MY BODY affirmation as often as you like
and then send the energy of love out into the world. Watch what happens!
Let me know what you experience?
Light, love and laughter,
Amber Silverstar
The above affirmation and words are from the book by Amber Silverstar called LOVE AFFIRMATIONS.
Copyright 2010, all rights reserved. Book available along with calendar and CD on http://www.lulu.com/ambersilverstar11.
Image BRIGHT BUTTERFLIES IN BAMBOO FOREST is an original photograph by Steven Olson appearing in the BRIGHT NATURE OF BEAUTY book on amazon.com. Copyright 2010, all rights reserved. For more information contact amber@ambersilverstar.com
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
THE TRAGEDY OF SUICIDE
Dear Friends,
When I woke up this morning I had this complete poem on my mind. A recent death of a loved one happened when her husband shot her then shot himself. Because I am known as a spiritual intuitive and a "ghost whisperer" I am inclined to believe the poem came from this loved one who is still reaching out for resolution with the man who killed her and then committed suicide.
So I thought I would share this poem with you. I once learned from Dr. David Viscott, a famous celebrity psychologist, that all suicide and perhaps murder comes from the message given to the child that they have no right to exist because they are not perfect. Then they spend their lives trying to prove they are perfect. Of course when this proves impossible they begin to live an inner life of terror, darkness, and confusion. This self-defeating message is a terrible illusion which they decide can only end in death; their own and sometimes the death of others.
Here is the poem which I call
THE GUARDIAN
I tried to be your angel
to save you from walls of hell.
You said "no, no, no,"
You knew the place too well.
I tried to be your angel
To give you love each day.
You said "no" and "no" again
You said you hated me
And pushed me out the door.
I tried to be your angel
To share lights of a warming Sun.
You cried "no" in all your pain
Choosing a cold darkness with your hidden gun.
I tried to be your angel
Though now you are truly gone.
My only hope of reaching you
Is through my tearful song.
AMS
2010
When I woke up this morning I had this complete poem on my mind. A recent death of a loved one happened when her husband shot her then shot himself. Because I am known as a spiritual intuitive and a "ghost whisperer" I am inclined to believe the poem came from this loved one who is still reaching out for resolution with the man who killed her and then committed suicide.
So I thought I would share this poem with you. I once learned from Dr. David Viscott, a famous celebrity psychologist, that all suicide and perhaps murder comes from the message given to the child that they have no right to exist because they are not perfect. Then they spend their lives trying to prove they are perfect. Of course when this proves impossible they begin to live an inner life of terror, darkness, and confusion. This self-defeating message is a terrible illusion which they decide can only end in death; their own and sometimes the death of others.
Here is the poem which I call
THE GUARDIAN
I tried to be your angel
to save you from walls of hell.
You said "no, no, no,"
You knew the place too well.
I tried to be your angel
To give you love each day.
You said "no" and "no" again
Telling me, "Please just go away."
I tried to be your angel
Giving you happiness evermore.You said you hated me
And pushed me out the door.
I tried to be your angel
To share lights of a warming Sun.
You cried "no" in all your pain
Choosing a cold darkness with your hidden gun.
I tried to be your angel
Though now you are truly gone.
My only hope of reaching you
Is through my tearful song.
AMS
2010
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| Angel Cloud Of Sorrow by Steven Olson Copyright 2010 Los Angeles, California If you need to talk or share please email amber@ambersilverstar.com |
Friday, July 16, 2010
CREATIVE UP-DATE FOR DESTINY BRIGHT LIFESTYLES
Dear Friends,
Staying home mostly this weekend. We may go to the Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival. Pretty hot here though. Thunderstorms and brush fires to the east of us. California is always a changing scene; almost moment to moment.
I am taking advantage of being home and doing lots of creative writing, designing, publishing, and planning for the fall and winter season. New calendars for 2011 will be out soon on Lulu. So I will post them as they become available.
Meanwhile, you are invited to follow on Twitter
http://www.twitter.com/angelwriternow
Shop with me ...
http://www.cafepress.com/ambersilverstar
http://www.zazzle.com/fierywordbeing
Become a Facebook Friend
you are invited to join Amber Silverstar
http://www.facebook.com/
*****Special summer event. Send me your email and I will
enter you for a $50.00 gift certificate at Cafepress. Drawing
to be first of September. Use the code word celebrate.
Purchase book BRIGHT NATURE OF BEAUTY ON AMAZON.COM by Amber Silverstar as the perfect gift for summer birthdays.
http://www.brightnatureofbeauty.com/
Love to hear from you! Tell me what's on your mind these days
and what is in your heart.
"Keep your Destiny Bright, use words of love."
Joy and happiness,
Amber
*****All content, images, designs and blog are a copyright of Amber Silverstar 2010. All rights reserved including electronics, hard copy, derivations ... for more trademark and licensing information contact amber@ambersilverstar.com.
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Meanwhile, you are invited to follow on Twitter
http://www.twitter.com/angelwriternow
Shop with me ...
http://www.cafepress.com/ambersilverstar
http://www.zazzle.com/fierywordbeing
Become a Facebook Friend
you are invited to join Amber Silverstar
http://www.facebook.com/
*****Special summer event. Send me your email and I will
enter you for a $50.00 gift certificate at Cafepress. Drawing
to be first of September. Use the code word celebrate.
Purchase book BRIGHT NATURE OF BEAUTY ON AMAZON.COM by Amber Silverstar as the perfect gift for summer birthdays.
Love to hear from you! Tell me what's on your mind these days
and what is in your heart.
"Keep your Destiny Bright, use words of love."
Joy and happiness,
Amber
*****All content, images, designs and blog are a copyright of Amber Silverstar 2010. All rights reserved including electronics, hard copy, derivations ... for more trademark and licensing information contact amber@ambersilverstar.com.
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Monday, June 21, 2010
AMBER ANGEL MINISTRIES
Dear Friends,
I just wanted to make a little announcement to everyone that I am now an official minister as Reverend Amber Silverstar. This makes me legal so I can do house blessings, weddings, wellness visits, and address any other spiritual concerns. But mostly I can start a non-profit called Amber Angel Ministries and look for a place to begin the Destiny Bright Center For Joy.
The main reason for AMBER ANGEL MINISTRIES will be to raise money as a non-profit to distribute around the world our pocket sized gift books called LOVE AFFIRMATIONS. We also are looking forward to creating a spiritual place called Destiny Bright Center For Joy which will be all inclusive of race, creed, color, sexual orientations, belief systems and life partner commitments.
The center will be a place for celebrations, consultations, creativity, and media services. The Destiny Bright Center For Joy will continue to support and promote the Destiny Bright Lifestyle mission to spread "light, love, and joy throughout the Universe living a mystical life in a mainstream world."
Let me know what you think. amber@ambersilverstar.com
Lots more on this new development as our new adventure unfolds.
Light and Love,
Amber Silverstar
http://www.lulu.com/ambersilvertar11
LOVE AFFIRMATIONS
Follow me on Twitter as angel writer now; on Facebook as Amber Silverstar; on Zazzle as fierywordbeing; on Amazon.com as Amber Silverstar. See you on the Internet!
I just wanted to make a little announcement to everyone that I am now an official minister as Reverend Amber Silverstar. This makes me legal so I can do house blessings, weddings, wellness visits, and address any other spiritual concerns. But mostly I can start a non-profit called Amber Angel Ministries and look for a place to begin the Destiny Bright Center For Joy.
The main reason for AMBER ANGEL MINISTRIES will be to raise money as a non-profit to distribute around the world our pocket sized gift books called LOVE AFFIRMATIONS. We also are looking forward to creating a spiritual place called Destiny Bright Center For Joy which will be all inclusive of race, creed, color, sexual orientations, belief systems and life partner commitments.
The center will be a place for celebrations, consultations, creativity, and media services. The Destiny Bright Center For Joy will continue to support and promote the Destiny Bright Lifestyle mission to spread "light, love, and joy throughout the Universe living a mystical life in a mainstream world."
Let me know what you think. amber@ambersilverstar.com
Lots more on this new development as our new adventure unfolds.
Light and Love,
Amber Silverstar
http://www.lulu.com/ambersilvertar11
LOVE AFFIRMATIONS
Follow me on Twitter as angel writer now; on Facebook as Amber Silverstar; on Zazzle as fierywordbeing; on Amazon.com as Amber Silverstar. See you on the Internet!
Monday, June 14, 2010
THE POET PRINCE
Dear Friends,
Going to see and hear Kathleen Mc Gowan, accomplished author of THE POET PRINCE - publisher, Simon and Schuster. Tonight at Vroman's Book Store.
Really can't do a review yet because I have yet to read it, but I am looking forward to learning more.
I did go see Shrek Forever After and I really liked it. Go see it, if you have not already. It is well written, full of laughs, and the animation well done. I actually liked it a lot better than the other ones. It has an unusual twist which I thought most adults and kids could relate to. Meaning - how it feels to think you are stuck in a life you are not sure you want.
Come follow me on Twitter as angelwriternow.
Love and light,
Amber
Going to see and hear Kathleen Mc Gowan, accomplished author of THE POET PRINCE - publisher, Simon and Schuster. Tonight at Vroman's Book Store.
Really can't do a review yet because I have yet to read it, but I am looking forward to learning more.
I did go see Shrek Forever After and I really liked it. Go see it, if you have not already. It is well written, full of laughs, and the animation well done. I actually liked it a lot better than the other ones. It has an unusual twist which I thought most adults and kids could relate to. Meaning - how it feels to think you are stuck in a life you are not sure you want.
Come follow me on Twitter as angelwriternow.
Love and light,
Amber
Tuesday, June 08, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DESTINY BRIGHT DESIGNS
Dear Friends,
We are celebrating this month our five years of Destiny Bright Designs featuring Amber Silverstar Creations.
Go look at the store front above and see how much we have grown. 
I would like to say a word about POD (print on demand). I know this form of placing creativity on products to sell has critics. Some would say this is just an ego trip and Cafepress makes most of their money on the designers themselves paying for premium stores and ordering their own designs. This may or may not be true.
I find most of the store fronts are created by some very talented artist and have the look of being quite professional. Plus many of the store fronts are connected to various popular celebrities, movies, TV shows, political, and charitable causes. Cafepress is hugely successful and it is great to be connected to this success.
While creating the store fronts at Cafepress, a few times as the administration made policy changes about the market place and pricing, I struggled if I should stay on, keep designing and continue selling. But the truth is, I love what I do and so I keep on doing it. Now I am very pleased with the way the store fronts are looking and how Cafepress has improved the process, the products, and the design capabilities. Designs now match our books which are currently being published and available on line. We are in all the top search engines and highly visible through out the social networks including Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Lulu, and Zazzle
The achievements I am most happy with are how many jobs our store fronts create, how we have been able to connect the designs to various special charities, and how many organic products we now offer. I am hoping for another successful five years.
To celebrate our five years, I have created five new specialty stores with several new and trendy designs. Available only through direct access. You are invited to visit:
Let me know what you think? amber@ambersilverstar.com
Love and light,
Amber
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