We just changed the clocks last week. Since then, we've had sleet, snow, wind, and temperatures dropping into the teens. I'm already feeling that vague pit in my belly and that cloud overhead. Unsettled and restless, yet unmotivated to move...then beating myself up for my lack of productivity. I wish I could curl up in... Continue Reading →
I Survived Sensory Deprivation – Naked! (AKA Float Therapy)
I saw it on Groupon, and thought it'd make a great gift for my mother. A voucher for a "float tank experience." She loves hot tubs, baths, etc., and she's usually up for novelty experiences. The reputed relaxation effects of floating made my decision and the appeal of a mother/daughter "spa" day made me buy... Continue Reading →
Elderberry for Colds and Flus
Ugh..Waaahh!! I woke up today with a raging sinus headache and the beginnings of what will likely become a congested cough and general miserable condition over the next few days. I headed to the kitchen for some elderberry syrup that I made a few weeks ago...and realize sadly that it's almost gone. Waaahh! When I... Continue Reading →
Calendula – a Magic Flower
Here I sit on this lovely fall afternoon, sipping tea made from the petals of my very own calendula plants. Calendula officinalis, also known as pot marigold, is a member of the Asteraceae/Compositae family which includes daisies and ragweed. Calendula is native to the Mediterranean region, but grows worldwide...and very easily might I add! The... Continue Reading →
Harvest Time!
In a previous post, I had written about starting my herbal garden, and I was very excited about my calendula and lavender seedlings. I haven't followed up on that post, but I'm happy to report that in real life, progress has been made! Well, not so much for the lavender...I started with about 108 seeds... Continue Reading →
Smoothies – Are They Evil Sugar Traps?!?
So I signed up for a Pinterest account a few hours ago, and I'm finding it to be very interesting (ie. a willpower-destroying time-sucker lol). Pinterest asks you your areas of interest when you sign up, so I already had a board full of inspirational quotes, cute kitties, and an abundance of "healthy" recipes and tips when I... Continue Reading →
What is Wellness?
Wellness is such a buzzword these days, and it's something I've been pursuing for some time now, but what is it exactly? Obviously, it must refer to physical health...one cannot be "well" and be ill at the same time. I think most people would agree that mental health would fall into the same category. So is "wellness"... Continue Reading →
Ashwagandha for Stress Relief
It's been a while...I don't have any excuses, I've just been busy living, researching and doing. My focus has been elsewhere, although I'm keeping track of all of it for this blog. Someday, really...I promise... Anyway, on to the ashwagandha. While exploring options for natural remedies for stress and anxiety, I came across something called... Continue Reading →
A New Day
I can't begin to describe how happy I am that spring is finally here. For me, it is really a time of planting seeds now that will bloom later...literally and metaphorically. This winter has not been unproductive, I've done a bit of self reflection and reshaped my goals to better align with who I am and... Continue Reading →
Green Smoothies and Back Pain
Yes, green smoothies and back pain are what I've been up to these past few days. I pulled a lower back muscle at work last Monday, and I've been unable to do much more than walking and careful stretching. I can't say that I've been the most positive person this past week - it just... Continue Reading →
Pathways and Potions 