by kimqi | Apr 18, 2021 | Spring Hiking
“More is more” has been a mantra that I am not necessarily proud of. I say these words in conversation; they function as a concise explanation. I say, for example, “I walked an average of 4.5 miles per day in May.” Or “I want to hike the entire Lower Peninsula...
by kimqi | Mar 28, 2021 | all posts, YinYang
Vibrational Sound Healing uses vibration created by sound to relax the mind and body. Vibration on or near the body moves Qi. Needles move Qi. It shouldn’t be a surprise that I love this healing modality. I look forward to monthly sessions. I have had some interesting...
by kimqi | Mar 23, 2021 | all posts, Starved Rock
I don’t know about you, but Spring brings out the kid in me. Yesterday I woke up at 4 am to a little voice pleading, “Let’s go watch the sunrise from Starved Rock! Please! It will be fun. It’s going to be a beautiful day!” Grownup me covered my head. It was 33...
by kimqi | Mar 13, 2021 | all posts, Lasalle Canyon
Today was a perfect day to hike at Starved Rock. An early arrival guarantees solitude for a time; it was glorious. My first destination was LaSalle Canyon. She is one of my favorite places for spring flowers, and while I didn’t see any flowers, it was fun to take...
by kimqi | Feb 21, 2021 | all posts, Starved Rock
There are many ways to get into LaSalle Canyon to see the icefalls. Early this afternoon, three of us met in a lot by Council Overhang and took a very long indirect path that included exploring two caves, a dozen frozen creek crossings, climbing endless stairs, and...
