It was the final piece needed to complete the space in my Zen garden. We traveled to Redondo Beach, a city a little over an hour away to shop at a warehouse filled with casual furniture. I wanted something plain, non-fussy, and roomy enough to comfortably sit at least two people and maybe a fewContinue reading “Natural Beauty”
Category Archives: Heath and Well-Being
Food Gratitude
Bridging the seasons of winter and summer, the month of renewal, growth, and beauty is here. Hello May! Just looking around, I see everything is awash in green! Young buds on flowers, blades of grass, and leaves on trees. Fresh energy abounds! I like Emily Bronte’s description of this time of year. “May is theContinue reading “Food Gratitude”
The Sound of Silence
It’s the reason I get up while it’s still dark outside and forgo a few more winks. Even when I’m content, warm, and cozy under the covers and I know I don’t have any pressing morning appointments. Still, I leave the comfort of our bedroom and head down the hallway. Yes, the thought of aContinue reading “The Sound of Silence”
Retire the word…please!
It’s not the concept that I mind. As a matter of fact, I’m enjoying it thoroughly. It’s the name, the term, really it’s the actual word that bothers me. Now I understand it originated in Europe in 16th century and is from the French word “retirer”. I know it was first used to describe “drawingContinue reading “Retire the word…please!”
Expanding my Seasonings
Lately I’ve noticed additions to our weekly shopping list. The fresh items are growing in number, and the dried varieties that would run out or expire every few years, I now buy every few months! My, have times have changed. I blame it on all the food shows. I’m not sure when this obsession began,Continue reading “Expanding my Seasonings”
The Power 9
Once upon a time, in five locations around the globe, people were living longer, healthier, and happier lives. Most were living about 10 years beyond their average life expectancy. And in those years, they were free from chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. They had no need to be concerned withContinue reading “The Power 9”
Weeding Things Out
Welcome March! There’s so much to look forward to in the next four weeks! I am ready to enjoy dishes created with the bounty of spinach, broccoli, and green beans all in-season this time of year. I am ready to rejoice in spring and bask in the light of longer and warmer days ahead. AndContinue reading “Weeding Things Out”
A Game Changer
Kobe Bryant, Wayne Gretzky, Mary Lou Retton, and…me. Me? Yes, me! What could I possibly have in common with a legendary basketball player, hockey player, and gymnast? I’m not a world-famous sports figure or a professional athlete. No, but like them, I believe that in sports, mental strength is equally important as physical skills andContinue reading “A Game Changer”
Just Move
These days I write for pure enjoyment, however, there was a four-year span in the late-1990s when I was paid to write. During that time, I was fortunate enough to freelance for a few small publications in south-central Arizona. “Fitness Plus” and “Today’s Arizona Woman” were among my main gigs. Being paid to write orContinue reading “Just Move”
Steps Forward
It’s been a challenging six weeks. With the passing of our beloved family pet and the overwhelming cycle of national and world news, I’ve needed to grieve and just be. Turning the page on January, it’s time to start fresh, begin anew. While a month late in choosing my new year’s focus, I’m ready now.Continue reading “Steps Forward”
A Journal Journey 