My Season of And
It’s been eighteen months since our daughter passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. This is something one doesn’t just get over in the first year. The second year actually seems to be worse. I don’t think this something we get over ever. So what does one do? I find myself living in my Season of AND…
Chokecherries For Health
Connecting with plants has been one of my strategies for wellbeing during my grief journey. This includes not only gardening and caring for houseplants, but also foraging wild edibles and exploring what I can make with plants. When we moved into our ol’ house we were annoyed by a wild shrub that grew outside our…
Steel Mace, Indian Clubs and More
I love movement. I love to try new things. One of my strengths is my willingness to suck at things. This allows me to be open to trying things I’ve never done. Earlier this year I wanted to try some new fitness classes. Because I live about an hour from any city I can’t commit…
The Plums are Plentiful
When we moved to this ol’ house the previous owner had left cases of plum wine in the basement. We were told they came from the plum trees in the side yard. At first I was excited about having fruits trees on the property. Upon looking at these plums though they were not what I…
Metta Meditation
Lately, I have been drawn to metta meditation. Metta meditation, also known as a lovingkindness meditation is a practice where the focus is on sending positive intentions inward and outward. One may begin with self, then move to loved ones, pets and animals, acquaintances, challenging people, community, the worlds as whole. One may also do…
12 Days of Yin
It’s my belief this time of year is meant for slowing down, getting quiet, and being cozy. It’s a time to take a break, reset, and go within. If we look outside, what are the trees doing? The gardens have been put to sleep for the winter. Many animals are either slowing down or hibernating.…
Reflections On Gratitude
I am old enough to remember when Sarah Ban Breathnach’s book, Simple Abundance, was released. My young self took the book to the park to browse while my small children played. One of my main takeaways from the book was thoughts on keeping a gratitude journal. She suggested that the reader have a beautiful journal…
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