"Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has many, not your past misfortunes, of which all men have some." ~ Charles Dickens Photo by Simon Berger on Pexels.com Yesterday, while driving to work in the morning, I had quite the moving experience. I don't know if it was the conversation I had earlier … Continue reading Gratitude
Serenity Oasis
Welcome 2021
"The book is called opportunity and it's first chapter is New Year's Day." ~ Edith Lovejoy Pierce Photo by Oleg Zaicev on Pexels.com Talking about resolutions with a friend, I stated that I tend not to make New Year's resolutions. When I decide to do something, I just set the goal and do it . … Continue reading Welcome 2021
Be Still . . .and Know
"He says, "Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." ~ Psalm 46:10, ESV Photo by Mat Reding on Pexels.com Ever have one of those days where anything that could go wrong, does? What if it extends into a week? Longer? … Continue reading Be Still . . .and Know
Mindfulness
"Mindfulness isn't difficult. We just need to remember to do it." ~ Sharon Saltzberg Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com I've spoken in previous posts about stretching to relax. I combine these periods of stretching with the practice of mindfulness. At times, I use my own choice of soft music, other times I will use … Continue reading Mindfulness
Quiet Times
"Touch the earth and let it touch you." ~ Barefoot Mama Photo by Akshaya Premjith on Pexels.com I've been quiet because I haven't felt well lately. And when I don't feel well, I tend to turn inwards. I put my energy into healing and feeling better. Somebody mentioned that I must be very in tune … Continue reading Quiet Times
Feeling the Rhythm
"Life has its rhythm and we have ours. They're designed to coexist in harmony, so that when we do what is ours to do and otherwise let life be, we garner acceptance and serenity." ~ Victoria Moran Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Much like the stones pictured above, on good days, life exists in a … Continue reading Feeling the Rhythm
Sacred Smoke
"Smoke of air and fire and earth, cleanse and bless this home and hearth. Drive away all harm and fear, only good may enter here." ~ Home Blessing There are some days when you just want a fresh start, a reset if you may . . . an opportunity to clear the air, refresh your … Continue reading Sacred Smoke
How Do You Reward Yourself
"Self-care has become a new priority - the revelation that it's perfectly permissible to listen to your body and do what it needs." ~ Frances Ryan Young Living Premium Starter Kit Yesterday, I mentioned my love of my Young Living Oils and promised I would explain the concept of Essential Rewards. If you are curious … Continue reading How Do You Reward Yourself
Gratitude & Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
"The moment one is capable of feeling grateful for both pain and pleasure, without any distinction, without any choice, simply feeling grateful for whatever is given . . . .because if it is given by God, it must have reason in it. We may like it, we may not like it, but it must be … Continue reading Gratitude & Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
Orange Chicken
"Chinese food tries to engage the mind, not just the palate. To provoke the intellect." ~ Nicole Mones Oh my gosh! Would you look at THAT!! I remembered to take a picture before we ate it all - (insert proud sigh of satisfaction *here*) If you haven't figured it out by now, and you've read … Continue reading Orange Chicken
The Road Back Home 