All Things Natural

Last two items from Tucson. Seven pallets arrived the first weekend in March. Since that weekend, we have worked nonstop to get everything inventoried, priced, photographed, and on the shelves. We went ahead and threw in the mix a half marathon, Spring Breaks for all the schools, a total eclipse, a visit with a college suitemate, a couple birthdays, and I’m sure a couple things I’m overlooking; but we are FINALLY over the finish line. Can I take a nap now?

Lava or lepidolite skulls. Only $35

The past week in Downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas, has been out of this world! As one of only two national parks in the United States in the path of totality, people from the USA and 27 other countries journeyed to Hot Springs National Park and into All Things Arkansas along Bathhouse Row.

Visitors arrived from Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, Poland, Russia, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

They were kind and joyful. They picked up their trash and brought home souvenirs from our beautiful state.

The City of Hot Springs had prepared well for the influx and for the eclipse itself. Street lights, which automatically come on at dusk, remained off so we could experience total darkness. The police department had officers stationed throughout the area without being obtrusive. Our trash was picked up in the dead of night to ensure it did not disrupt the day.

Hot Springs National Park was on point. They had coordinated with the City so that shuttles took people the top of West and North Mountains to view the eclipse. On my Monday morning run, I watched people parking at the bottom of the mountain and witnessed the first shuttle group being dropped off and setting up for the day.

And when I went on the mountain again yesterday, there was NO TRASH anywhere on the trails or at the overlooks. Kudos to our visitors and to the national park service for this.

The eclipse itself truly was awe-inspiring. We closed the stores long enough to view it. I enjoyed every single moment, from seeing the moon take a tiny bite out of the sun to the moment our corner of the world turned into night. We heard night-time birds singing, champagne popping, and cheers from everyone nearby.

After seeing weather reports all week which said it would be cloudy at best and maybe even full of thunderstorms, the day arose bright and sunny and remained that way long enough for the eclipse. Thunderstorms held off and did not begin until eight that evening. Thanks to God for a day that was truly perfect in every way.

As a small business owner in downtown Hot Springs, I appreciate not only those who traveled to see us but my employees as well. We remained opened much later than normal and opened on a day we otherwise would be closed. How did we do that? Employees stepped up and went above and beyond. For me, special thanks to Abby, David, Lee, and Tim -- and especially to my husband Michael. He is a school teacher, but he was helping us every step of the way as we prepared for the eclipse and then as the visitors came en masse.

Lastly, I would like to give a shout out to my vendors. All Things Natural had extra shipments arriving from as far away as Nepal, and my local vendors for All Things Arkansas were literally resupplying me daily as needed.

Thanks so much to each of you who made the total eclipse a once-in-a-lifetime event. I am so grateful.

Views on West Mountain around 8 this morning. Second shuttle drop off was about to occur. What a true blessing to get to view this.

Shout out to all my vendors (who may never see this!). People have gone above and beyond to get items to me BEFORE this weekend. They have drop shipped; they have hand-delivered; they have gone above and beyond. Thank you!!!!

Amazing pieces of citrine.

Animals carved from chrysoprase, known for bringing optimism and happiness. $15 each

Eclipse items available at both stores. You can order directly through the link if you'd like; options are available both for pick up and for shipping. (If you need it shipped and it gives you a "surprising" shipping cost, let me know and I'll help you with a workaround.)

ECLIPSE Hot Springs National Path falls along the path of totality for the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse. All eclipse-related items can be found here!

So much help with inventory today

These tiny pieces of carved fluorite make me so stinking happy! And at only $5 each, I can get one of each!!

Fabulous Brazilian quartz with inclusions. Only $10 each.

Titanium aura amethyst crescent moons on metal stands. $175.

This Coddiwomple art is made up of pigments created from meteorites, glaciers, bear s**t, and minerals such as turquoise and diamonds. It is beautiful, as is, and takes on a whole new hue under the black light.

Onyx mortar and pestle

1 ounce copper coins. .999 percent pure copper. $10 each

The luminous blue color of chalcedony makes these carvings appear to glow from within.

Moon phase or evil eye journals. Small enough to slip in your purse yet large enough to record your hopes and dreams. $15

.999 copper coins. $10 each. Includes EMT, police, fire, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, megalodon, unicorn, and more!

Sorting and getting it out!

Lovely mineral pendants have just arrived. Only $5-10 each each!

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Wearing copper has long been touted as an easy and fashionable way to treat arthritis. In addition, the energy of copper is said to promote emotional well-being, enhance creativity, and increase self-confidence.

These leather cuffs can be adjusted to a variety of sizes and are available in brown or black leather. $49.99

Top quality minerals set in sterling silver. Each pair of studs is $20.

Celebrate the metamorphosis that occurs within each of us as we grow and evolve. Earrings are made of natural minerals and set in sterling silver. $25.

Lightweight copper earrings. $20

Gorgeous new copper rings, ranging from a size 4.5 to 14.5. $30

Dainty rose quartz and turquoise pendants available now! $5

This sterling silver pendant is reversible! Lovely crescent moon on one side and moonstone on the other. $99.99