This recipe combines a variety of flavors and textures to create a nutritious and delicious side dish. Delicata squash is rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium, which support digestion, immune health, and heart health. The honey glaze adds a touch of natural sweetness, while the tangy cider vinegar balances the flavors and provides additional health benefits. Pine nuts contribute healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals, and fresh mint adds a refreshing, aromatic touch. With its edible skin, delicata squash offers added fiber and nutrients, making this recipe a wholesome and satisfying choice for any meal. continue reading
Using Acupuncture as an Alternative Approach to Managing Menopause Symptoms
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of her reproductive years. While this transition is entirely normal, it often comes with a range of challenging symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. For many women, these symptoms can significantly impact the quality of life. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has long been the standard treatment for managing menopausal symptoms, but it is not without risks and side effects. As a result, many women are turning to alternative therapies, including acupuncture, to alleviate their symptoms. continue reading
The Need for Solace
“I wish grace and healing were more abracadabra kind of things.”
~~ Anne Lamott
Greetings to all my precious people!!
The last of the Super Moons in 2024 rises this week. The Full Beaver Moon will rise on Friday November 15 at 4:28 p.m. EST, though it is best seen in its fullness at moonrise on Saturday, November 16. That will also coincide with the peak of the annual Leonid meteor shower. It is the last of four consecutive Super Moons that include August Blue Moon, September Harvest Moon and October Hunter Moon. Super Moons occur at perigee: the point when the Moon’s orbit is closest to Earth and so the Moon appears a little brighter and larger than an average Full Moon. continue reading
Braised Chicken & Fall Vegetables Recipe
A rustic chicken dinner doesn’t get much easier than this! This recipe offers a convenient and nourishing meal with minimal cleanup. Braising chicken with fall vegetables like parsnips and carrots provides a rich array of nutrients. Chicken is a great source of lean protein and essential vitamins like B6 and niacin, supporting muscle health and metabolism. Parsnips and carrots add fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants, which contribute to digestive health and immune support. The variety of colors and flavors not only makes the dish visually appealing but also enhances its nutritional value, making it a wholesome and satisfying option for any dinner. continue reading
Cultivate Your Gifts of Presence
“Learn the alchemy true human beings know.
The moment you accept what troubles you’ve been given,
the door will open.”
~~ Rumi
Greetings to all my precious people!
These early days of November are unusually warm and sunny, and the tree leaves are scattered along the ground, creating a multi-colored tapestry of Nature. We are in a liminal space—an energetic void—as the constellations of the Universe shift in their trajectory. Pluto is moving out of Capricorn after 15 years of chaos, trouble, and turmoil, and we are now entering Aquarius for the next 20 years. It is no wonder that we are all feeling a bit detached and unanchored, for this is a time of radical transformation whether we like it or not. Instead of feeling frustrated or impatient, choose to be fully present in these moments, for we are being shaped and seeded for recalibration on many levels. continue reading