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Topic ~ Caregiving
Here. Present. Listening.
Welcome to 31 Days of Selfcare We are well past the middle of this month-long 31 days of our self-care journey. By reading the posts each day and doing the exercises, we've had an opportunity to really take this self-care idea seriously. Taking notes and...
Words of Wisdom from Joan of Arc Part Two
Welcome to 31 Days of Self-care "One life is all we have, and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying." - Joan of Arc What powerful words from a young woman facing death...
Words of Wisdom from Joan of Arc Part One
Welcome to 31 Days of self-care I remember a show from the '70s called "Maude." I wasn't crazy about "Maude" and would read while my mom watched the show and knit. She wasn't crazy about it either. It was mainly background noise as we only got a couple of stations,...
Topic ~ Human Trafficking
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Topic ~ Food
Releasing Emotional Memories
End of the year celebrations usually includes traditions. There are ancient traditions - Santa still comes down the chimney! Letting go of the old – no to having green bean casserole again. A time for new ones – replace the green bean casserole with a fruit salad....
Day of the Dead Celebrates Death with Amplified Whimsy
My father died when I was a little girl, and for decades, because of what had become the American culture’s view of death, I was scared of the very word “death.” Spoken in hushed terms, I was sure death was a final ending only to be considered in solitude and silence....
The Best Rich, Tangy, Chocolatey Sourdough Brownies Ever!
This week I’m sharing my favorite Sourdough Brownie recipe. This is a great way of using the "discard". This recipe produces the best, most chocolate-craving, satisfying brownie ever. Remember the days of making Betty Crocker brownies from a box mix? How many times...
Topic ~ Spiritual
Joyous Happiness Strengthens Our Consciousness
Often my colleagues comment on my resiliency, followed by asking how I stay positive and happy in facing challenges and disappointments. At first, it never occurred to me that this was my natural state. Don’t get me wrong; I have my grief moments when I fall into...
Forget the Resolutions. Let Go of the Past. Find Your Peace.
It has been years since I’ve bothered to make New Year resolutions. I’ve never been one to be interested in such a thing. I assume most people don’t keep them even if they make them because why else would there be so many out there claiming they can help you keep...
The Christmastime Story of The Little Match Girl
Every one of my favorite childhood stories seems to have the thread of compassion, helping those who have less, and looking for the upside when everything seems upside down. The Little Match Girl, by Hans Christian Anderson, first published in 1845 during Victorian...
Mni Wiconi is Lakota for Water is Life. Why Should We Care?
The Lakota phrase Mni Wiconi meaning Water is Life inspires and encourages humanity to protect, honor, and respect the water. Why should we care? In their explanation of the existence of life, scientists, politicians, and religious leaders have failed to understand...
Topic ~ Building Community
Joyous Happiness Strengthens Our Consciousness
Often my colleagues comment on my resiliency, followed by asking how I stay positive and happy in facing challenges and disappointments. At first, it never occurred to me that this was my natural state. Don’t get me wrong; I have my grief moments when I fall into...
Forget the Resolutions. Let Go of the Past. Find Your Peace.
It has been years since I’ve bothered to make New Year resolutions. I’ve never been one to be interested in such a thing. I assume most people don’t keep them even if they make them because why else would there be so many out there claiming they can help you keep...
The Christmastime Story of The Little Match Girl
Every one of my favorite childhood stories seems to have the thread of compassion, helping those who have less, and looking for the upside when everything seems upside down. The Little Match Girl, by Hans Christian Anderson, first published in 1845 during Victorian...
Mni Wiconi is Lakota for Water is Life. Why Should We Care?
The Lakota phrase Mni Wiconi meaning Water is Life inspires and encourages humanity to protect, honor, and respect the water. Why should we care? In their explanation of the existence of life, scientists, politicians, and religious leaders have failed to understand...