Self-Care
Awaken To Your Healing Gifts
“The body is a sacred garment. It’s your first and last garment;
it is what you enter life in and what you depart life with,
and it should be treated with honor.”
~~ Martha Graham
Greetings to all my precious people!!
The Full Moon in Aries, also referred to as The Hunter’s Moon, peaked on Thursday, October 17 at 7:26 am on the East Coast. Aries is known as the warrior of the zodiac. Ruled by the fire element and the planet Mars, Aries reminds us that we are each here on a mission that is personal and unique. The warrior spirit of the Full Moon in Aries asks us to focus on ourselves and our soul’s purpose. Aries delivers courage and motivation to align with the life your soul desires, releasing habits, situations, and relationships that obstruct growth and evolution. We are encouraged to take action, stand up and fight for what we believe in, and overcome any obstacles in the way of our dreams. continue reading
The Courage to Surrender
“Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding.
Even as the stone of the fruit must break, that its heart may stand in the sun,
so must you know pain.”
~~ Khalil Gibran
Greetings to all my precious people!!
The Year of the Yang Green Wood Dragon arrived on February 10, 2024 and its influence continues through January 2025. We are currently in the ninth month of this cycle, and there is still time to embrace the energetics of the Dragon and choose necessary change for the greater good of ourselves, as well as our families and communities.
And yet… and still: there is so much chaos, so much disharmony. continue reading
Fresh Apple Cake Recipe
This apple cake is a delicious treat that brings the natural sweetness and juiciness of apples into every bite. Apples are rich in fiber, particularly pectin, which supports digestion and heart health. The mildly spicy flavors from cinnamon or nutmeg complement the fruit’s sweetness, adding warmth and depth. Honeycrisp apples provide a balance of sweetness and tartness, but you can adjust the flavor by using different apple varieties. The buttermilk glaze adds a touch of creaminess and sweetness, enhancing the cake’s moist texture, making it a perfect pairing with a warm beverage. continue reading
Living within The Mystery
“Life is filled with mystery, courage, heroism, and love –
all these things that we can witness
but cannot measure or even understand,
but they make our lives valuable anyway.”
~~ Rachael Naomi Remen MD
Greetings to all my precious people!
We are navigating interesting times. Catastrophic natural events combined with cataclysmic happenings around the world are wreaking havoc, dissonance, and despair. Yet, in the midst of mayhem, sparks of courage, heroism, and love are demonstrated as we witness people helping one another during an unrelenting humanitarian crisis. There are so many levels of hurt, combined with so many more levels of help, so let us not be blind to those who are doing the daily work of being available and showing up without fanfare. I am reminded of the comment Mr. Fred Rogers shared: “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” Take heed, have faith. Look for the helpers—and demonstrate the best of humanity by being a helper, too! continue reading
Moroccan-Inspired Chicken & Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
This healthy chicken soup recipe is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the warming spices of cumin, cinnamon, and cayenne with the sweetness of sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants, supporting immune health and glowing skin. Bone-in chicken adds lean protein while infusing the broth with extra nutrients, similar to homemade stock. The fiery harissa provides a metabolism-boosting kick, while the spices contribute anti-inflammatory benefits, making this soup a satisfying and healthful meal perfect for boosting energy and immunity. continue reading
