• Feliz 18 !!! What an amazing honour it was to celebrate our national holiday on board of the Navy ship ‘Fragata Almirante Condell’ that as a special treat arranged to be in Dublin for our Chilean holidays. The Chilean Embassy  and the Navy crew did their best efforts to make us all feel welcome and they certainly brought a piece of Chile to us in Dublin…Literally , all the people attending can say they were in Chile last night as the navy ship classifies as Chilean territory:)

It was so special and emotional to see the Chilean flag together with the Irish flag dancing to the winds of Dublin Port  in what I can only describe the most perfect September evening so far, it was a lovely kind of  spring breeze in the air exactly like in Chile at this time of the year.

The relationship between Chile & Ireland goes a long way. It all started with Bernardo O’Higgins, a Chilean/ Irish descendent, giving us the Independence from the Spanish Conquerors nearly 2 centuries ago.

After that the relationship has developed not only for our amazing wines and tourism but for love … Yes , it is true, Chilean/Irish couples mix and match perfectly well. ( I am living proof of that with my beloved Irish husband). And for you strawberry blondes, red hairs and blue eyed people out there you want to take the first plane to Chile. Who knows, you might never come back  :)

Seriously, both nations have so much in common starting with the beautiful landscapes, natural beauty and care for the environment, the  famous sense of hospitality and friendship , the nationalism, the values we shared as nations : family, spirituality, and of course the witty sense of humour which I think is a key factor in us getting so well together.

I will welcome you to visit my country, explore all we have to offer and enjoy our Chilean hospitality which made us famous around the world. I feel so blessed to be able to say that I have settled in 2 of the most beautiful countries this palnet has to offer; my two homes Chile and Ireland.

God bless you all , salud con vino chileno y VIVA CHILE !!!!!!!!!!!!

If you want to find more about CHILE and Maria you can download the Chilean programme RTE filmed in 2007 visiting Chile and Maria’s family . visit www.rte.ie/tv/noplacelikehome

or contact the Chilean Embassy in Dublin at 01-6675094

This Sunday 21st September you are welcome to attend a workshop am doing dedicated to Style & Confidence in Walmer Holistic Centre, Raheny. Starting at 10:30 am until 2:30 pm at €75 p/p.

This is a practical , hands on workshop covering all aspects of style in a relaxed , down to earth environment so you can learn about style rules, how to dress for your body shape and much more with practical examples. Everyone in the audience gets individual tips to make shopping more easy and savvy :)

There is still some places left. Please contact Walmer reception to make a booking on 01-8329648

Love and blessings x

Maria

It was brilliant to take part in RDS Rude Health show this year. What a buzz we had at the  Walmer stand. To all the people that we get to meet thanks for your time and interest and hope to see you again some time soon.

For me personally it was great to meet Lilly , the owner and founder of Lilly’s Eco clean, my fave eco product for the household …and to discover that Ecobaby is delivering Eco houseclening products ( next day delivery in Dublin )! you know my passion for the environment , I believe we all can help to make a difference and these companies certainly walk the talk. Please support them

A little bit of eye candy as well …the good looking RTE Doctor from How long will you live? was walking around the RDS… so there you go , if you miss us this year there is always 2009 to look forward.

Love and blessings,

Maria

Author of the ‘Powerful Beyond Measure’ quote used by Nelson Mandela- Marianne is one of the most respected spiritual teachers. It was certainly an experience and a fantastic opportunity to attend her seminar in Dublin last weekend. What impressed me most was that this tiny, delicate  lady was so strong and powerful and with a ‘no nonsense’ approach to her teachings which was refreshing.

The talk was certainly challenging and mostly based in her interpretation of the Course of Miracles. My brain and soul were absorbing every bit of it. It was interesting to hear her views within the larger context of global healing but on a ‘micro level ‘ I am sure a lot of healing went on in that room last Saturday as more than hundred people were there ! 

This famous quote opened my eyes at a time when it was crucial to start living my full potential and I am sure it has helped many more people to do the same . Enjoy.

 ’Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world.’