Sandra T. Avendano Speaks!

As the province reopens, Quebec Premier François Legault is forced to make difficult decisions for the good of the population. While the curve in the region as a whole is beginning to flatten , the infection rate in Montreal seems to have momentarily plateaued but may continue to rise . Quebec 's Reopening Timeline The following is a tentative list of opening dates for both Quebec and the city of Montreal . Outside of Montreal : ·          Elementary Schools:   May 11 th ·          Retail Stores With Direct Street Access:   May 4th Within Montreal : ·          Elementary Schools :  September  ·           Day Cares :   June 1st  ·          Retail Stores With Direct Street Access:   May 18th** *...

Mother’s Day is coming up soon, and you know what that means - it’s time to honor one of the most important people in our lives: our Moms. This year, though, Mother’s Day is going to be a bit different. We’re all staying home to help flatten the curve during the pandemic, but we can still find ways to make Mom feel loved and appreciated. For some of us, we’ve been around our family more than usual, but for others, seeing our mothers in person may be challenging because of social distancing restrictions. Either way, with a little bit of imagination, and a whole lot of love, we can still make this a Mother’s Day to remember. Make Mother’s Day Special, Q uarantine-Style! Living with Mom? Here Are a Few Suggestions 1) Cook, Clean, and Care! Okay, so this one isn’t revolutionary. But with everyone stuck at home, Mom is likely working overtime to tidy up, cook the meals, and keep everyone happy. Time to return the favor! Cook that special meal, clean up...

Congratulations on Deciding to Invest in Your Holistic Health! Luckily, you are just a few clicks away from booking your free online class or joining our Rainbow Collective community. The free classes will be streamed live via Zoom, and the Rainbow Collective is a friendly and fun spiritual group, filled with positive resources and community growth.  We will begin by discussing the online registration for our community classes.  To get full access to ALL our classes the best option is to join the Rainbow Collective Facebook group.  Learn more about our classes .   Joining the Rainbow Collective   You DON't have a Facebook account 1) To join the Rainbow Collective, you will first need a Facebook account. If you do not have one, feel free to tap the following link to navigate to Facebook’s homepage . Follow the prompts on the Facebook homepage to create a brand new account. 2) Once you have created your account, and you are logg...

We're Here For You - No Matter What! During these trying times, not much is certain. However, one thing is for sure - the Arco Iris Team and the Rainbow Collective is here for you. We’re committed to helping you through these critical weeks. Our staff has decided to offer Live Free Online Group Sessions to ensure that you can tap into the clarity and comfort you need during the mandatory social isolation. This is our way of helping you find kindness and peace for yourself and your loved ones. To help alleviate the stress of spending a lot of time at home, or for those working in essential services, we would like to invite you to attend our selection of Yoga, Remote Reiki Groups, Shamanic Drum Circles, and Guided Yoga Nidra Sessions. These classes are great for Health Care Providers, Teachers, Students, Remote Essential Workers, Parents, and everyone in between! While this global crisis continues, it is natural to experience anxiety and unease. However, it i...

What do Mom’s really, really want on Mother’s Day? Flowers and chocolates are so yesterday’s gift, but if you are looking for an epic gift, keep reading.    Remember the phrase “it’s the thought that counts”?  Well, these gift ideas are not only thoughtful, but practical and memorable to boot!  Mom deserves to be treated with the highest of respect and loved, as she often says, “to the moon and back”, so it’s time to put a serious effort into rewarding her on that special day. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas that don’t require any extra space in her home but will live long in her heart.   Tickets to the theatre:   Is your mom’s favourite artist or Broadway show coming to town this year?  Oh, what a squeal she will release when she holds the tickets she thought had sold-out! If your budget permits, include a dinner and hotel stay if there’s some traveling involved. Pottery making : Your mom always showed a knack for design so this y...

       The Spring Equinox arrived on March 20 th as it does every year in the Northern Hemisphere and with this comes a distinct change in energies.   We are moving from an internal quieter state typical of the winter season, to an external and more dynamic state distinctive to spring.  As the spring rainfalls cleanse the last signs of winter and shakes up the earth beneath us to sprout new life, it is also an ideal time for all of us to clear and declutter our homes.      What is Space Cleansing? Most people relate “cleansing a space” with spring cleaning with buckets and mops to clear the cobwebs in your garage, wash the windows and declutter your kitchen cupboards.  In this article, we are referring to the process of ritualistically cleansing the energetic space where you live or work.  In this context, energy will be considered as a vibration or waves of energy.  The physical world is not inanimate, it...