Finally…a coffee alternative that tastes like coffee.
I am so excited about this drinking “coffee” at 5p in the afternoon…even 8p at night! I always knew that this existed, but I never thought it would live up to my coffee snob standards of coffee. I’m not sure what finally prompted me to buy it…maybe it was the packaging, maybe it was my subconscious, but the time was right, and I was pleasantly … Continue reading Finally…a coffee alternative that tastes like coffee.
death care
The topic of death and transitioning beyond this physical world has always fascinated me, so much so that I’ve actually sought out hospice and care-giving work in the past. The work itself had never quite panned out, though recently the universe has gently whispered some things, suggested some resources about death care that I feel called to share. One way of thinking about the human … Continue reading death care
changing nature of I
i came across this passage last night that especially resonated with me. i realized that a common pitfall for me is becoming attached to an idea that i have of who i am, or who i’m supposed to be, or who i want to be. this has already brought much-needed clarity to the underlying nature of my fears and resistances. In teaching, the Buddha never spoke … Continue reading changing nature of I
the magic of honey and herbs (and love)
It’s been quite a while since my last post. I want to begin again by exploring a topic that is close to my heart and that inspires me to study and practice herbal medicine. It begins with a story about our beloved dog Gravy. First, a warning: this post contains some graphic wound pictures. Almost one year ago, Gravy got bit by another dog at … Continue reading the magic of honey and herbs (and love)
working with fresh herbs
I’m super excited to be a part of a new CSH (community-supported herbalism)! It’s like a CSA, but for fresh herbs! There are about 12 of us, and local herbalists Gradey Proctor and his trusty partner Sue Ellen are heading it up. About half of the herbs are grown in Gradey’s backyard and the other half at a nearby farm. Another small portion wildcrafted and diligently … Continue reading working with fresh herbs
HEALthy SELF 