Wearing a face mask is one of 2 key steps to slowing the spread of the Covid-19 virus. There’s another key step, however, when it comes to using face masks: it’s critical to use a clean, fresh mask. If you keep using the same mask over and over again, you’re putting on “protection” that may […]
Category: Wellness
Bottled Water Causes Health Problems, But This Is Worse!
The temperature was over 95 degrees as I walked past these pallets of plastic water bottles at the big retail store entrance. I nearly fainted, but not from the heat!! My entire being was cringing at the rising level of poisons being released into those water bottles that many people would end up taking into […]
Let Us Fly Like Eagles and Lead with Love
I firmly believe that we are in the midst of a deep transformation and healing, a time to amplify our awareness, our love and our role in the uplifting of humankind. This recent Note from the Universe echoes my belief perfectly: Primitive societies live by the Rule of Might, and the strong prevail. Advanced societies […]
Water Tests, Sandy OR Style
Having your spring or well water tested doesn’t need to be a big chore, especially if you live in or around the Sandy OR area. The City of Sandy makes this so easy by offering a sample pick-up and drop-off service. Alexin Analytical Laboratories performs the testing. Steps to Get Your Sampling Kits: 1) Stop by […]
Teas To Regenerate on a Rainy Spring Day
It’s a rainy Spring day – not the usual time I’d build a fire in the woodstove, head to the couch, and curl up with tea and a good book. But that’s exactly what I’m doing because I need it. It’s been a busy time: physically (the yardens are calling!), mentally (business marches forth) and […]
A Practice For Dismantling Fear in Stressful Times, Part 2
Living in fear and uncertainty amidst a global pandemic is real. It can be debilitating, leaving us feeling powerless and out of control. Looking at the fear and examining what it’s made of , can help relieve some tension, but looking at those fears isn’t enough by itself. In the first part of the Dismantling […]
A Practice for Dismantling Fear in Stressful Times
Woof! What wild times we are living in right now. Transformation of ourselves, our society, and the planet as a whole is now. There is no certainty and things change day by day and sometimes hour by hour. We humans do not do well with the unknown: our reptilian brains like life all laid out […]
Plant Talk: Stinging Nettle
My favorite medicinal herb is Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica).* It has many uses for health and wellness, and loves to impart its versatility as a cooking recipe ingredient! Here are the basics when getting to know Stinging Nettle: Historical: “The sting of the Nettle is but nothing compared to the pains that it heals” from […]
Refresh and Renew with a Watermelon Slushee
It’s hot out. You’ve been playing hard or working out and feel sloggy. Go grab some watermelon and make this supreme juice. No juicer required! You’ll feel energized, cooled down and revitalized and ready to kick back in that hammock. Watermelon is not only super hydrating at 90% water, it is also abundant in Vitamins […]
Just Say Ixnay to Bottled Water!!
We all know how vital getting and staying hydrated is to vibrant health. But drinking bottled water can be hazardous to your health and is definitely toxic to our precious, life-giving planet. Here are some of the many reasons why it’s best to avoid bottled water: There is little regulation on its contents so virtually […]