With the recent Southern California fires just getting under control, feelings of loss, sadness, and devastation remain understandably heavy on the hearts of so many. Accompanying this weight is also the desire for comfort. That easing of painful feelings. Some relief from all the grief. While these fire events have been extremely traumatic, the wishContinue reading “Relief from Grief”
Category Archives: Heath and Well-Being
One Way
Last month I was scouting around for titles to suggest for our next book club meeting. In addition to my usual sources, I checked Maria Shriver’s online publication The Sunday Paper for recommendations. I knew I’d find something inspiring in its “Get Lit” section. There I came across Pema Chodron’s When Things Fall Apart: HeartContinue reading “One Way”
Good Food Good Mood
Sustenance of life, food is the source of strength and nourishment. Not only do I love the taste of food, but the look, the aroma, the texture, and the sounds associated with eating like a good snap, crunch, or “‘uumm” as its being consumed. I enjoy food thoroughly! Lucky for me, my dad was aContinue reading “Good Food Good Mood”
Piece of Art, Peace of Mind
Seeing vibrant red, yellow, and orange leafed trees against a backdrop of purple mountains, attending a fall festival fundraiser called the Apple Squeeze in a quaint town center, and spending time on the east coast with family sharing food, news, and memories around dining room tables were a few highlights of my October. What aContinue reading “Piece of Art, Peace of Mind”
One Step At a Time
Leaf peeping, sampling goodies at food festivals, sipping on pumpkin spice lattes, baking apple crumbles, and celebrating fall holidays all mean…October is here! I’m looking forward to taking part in these events, as well as my next Quest for Calm experience. It combines an activity I do every day and one that has been aContinue reading “One Step At a Time”
Good Advice
From my journal: September 16, 1990, Redondo Beach, California “…can’t believe we’ve been married a whole 8 days! Seems like we’ve been married forever – just that now we call each other husband and wife…” I had to smile when I read this entry in one of my journals recently. By the time we saidContinue reading “Good Advice”
With the Flow
I’m hoping September will be a month to remember! This is the invigorating time of year when the last summer breezes usher in the first cool autumn mornings and evenings to come. This month I’m excited to engage in a calming practice that I was introduced to many years ago in a workshop I attendedContinue reading “With the Flow”
Grateful
Outdoor concerts on cool August evenings, dining al fresco in our backyard, picking out fresh strawberries at the farmer’s market…ah, just a few of the many pleasures I am enjoying this summer. All these experiences remind me of how fortunate I am to live the life I do and more so, to have an attitudeContinue reading “Grateful”
Stretch it Out
August has arrived, that month that borders lazy summer days and crisp autumn nights. Growing up I always thought of August as that last care-free month before school began. Summer’s last stand if you will. My quest for calm this month is ideal for transitioning to our next season. But as always, I need toContinue reading “Stretch it Out”
List It!
Until recently, I didn’t know there was a term for a person like me. One who loves to put pen or pencil to paper, then number or bullet items that all belong in a specific category. Listophile, listoholic, or listomaniac…it doesn’t matter what you call me, I’ll answer to any of them. Or you canContinue reading “List It!”
A Journal Journey 