This snippet, this brief peek into another person’s life makes for a bit of a mystery leaving one much room for musing: What was their story? Were they young or old? Were they in love and pining for the other?…Maybe taking the opportunity while afar to express feelings not as easily conveyed in person?
Recipe: Farro and Kale Soup
The rustic flavors of kale and farro make for a hearty soup. For a complete meal, try with a soft poached egg on top, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil.
ancient symbols
“As above, so below…”
What is energy healing?
So what are we talking about when we use the word heal? Can you have an energy healing session when physically you feel just fine? If so, what is the purpose?
Energy Sessions
When I am in the area, I offer in-person sessions at The Harkness Hotel & Spa…Virtual Sessions are always available if you are not in the area or would just like to relax in the comfort of your own home. Click through for booking details and special offers.
Look for beauty…
A reminder (to myself) that beauty is always there, waiting to be discovered. I am responsible for my perspective, my focus. What I am looking for is ultimately what I will see.
Night Life
I arise in the morning with dew laden ground and greet the day, opening the doors wide to tend to my garden.
It is then, as the sun comes creeping ‘cross, that I first glimpse the shenanigans of the night before…
Wellness in Matera, Italy
The dwellings have evolved from the rudimentary caverns of the Paleolithic period to sophisticated structures with multiple rooms and elaborately carved facades. The sensuous ambiance and spectacular location perched high above the ravine make it ideal for a romantic get-away, an inspiring yoga retreat or a fairy tale wedding…
Do they really have us that spellbound?
It is fascinating how we [humans] will defend something to the bitter end, no matter how much it is harming us. What was alarming to me in this case…
Distillation. A return to the infinite within us.
The truth of our purpose—no matter the worldly guise—is to distill all down to the light and love within. Love for ourselves, love for all creation…
Origin
Over the years, additional layers containing much deeper resonance have revealed themselves leading me to wonder at their origin:
Were they always there waiting for me to see or did I somehow grow them into being?…
Reflection & Introspection
Musing on this led me to contemplate how vastly different our experiences can be based on our own filtering system. We see the world filtered through this system and live according to the reality it creates for us, mostly unaware that this is the case…
The Path
“What does the path look like?” (the child wanted to know)…
Recipe: Vianne’s Spiced Hot Chocolate
From My French Kitchen: A book of 120 Treasured Recipes by Joanne Harris (author of Chocolat.) Harris encourages cooks to engage all their senses when cooking—look at what you’re cooking, smell the ingredients, mix them with your fingers, and enjoy their sounds and textures. Cooking she reminds us…
A Return to Our Roots
plural noun: root vegetables (Italian : tuberi)
1. the fleshy enlarged root of a plant used as a vegetable, e.g., a carrot, rutabaga, or beet… Recipe: Beet and Goat Cheese Arugula Salad…
Make It Sacred
Those times when all feels impossible to love. When no joy can seem to be found.
When you can’t muster one sincere care in your world.
That too, make sacred. Light a candle…
Recipe: Peach Gelato with just three ingredients!
The recipe is by the Sicilian chef, Ciccio Sultano from the book “How to Pick a Peach” by Russ Parsons. The book (not just about peaches!) contains 100 recipes and tips on selecting, storing and cooking fruits and vegetables…Here’s pics of Alex showing you how we did it…
The Grays Have It
I’ve found—as with most everything in life—it comes down to balance and perspective. Upon closer inspection (a new perspective) one sees that gray is actually prevalent throughout nature. He is the workhorse, the behind-the-scenes element quietly pulling everything together…
Recipe for a Rainy Day: Leek & Thyme Soup
“It never rains in California…but girl let me warn ya–It pours, man it pours.”
I always crave soup on a wintery day like today. It can be served “peasant “style” as shown or…