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The Cave

The Cave

It was cold but sunny, the perfect morning to wander around Matthiessen. Tonight is the Equinox, the beginning of Spring. A time of balance, night and day are the same length; Yin equals Yang. This hike is a quest to find Spring, I thought. I laughed and shivered....
Embrace Winter

Embrace Winter

Here we are, on the dark side of the equinox, bracing ourselves for the inevitable. Winter. At the risk of sounding bossy and redundant– gather your books, journals, sketchbooks, pens and pencils. Don’t forget the eraser. You’ll need it. Unearth the velvet...
Witness Tree

Witness Tree

“I had never heard of a Witness Tree, a tree that’s lived a very long time, standing silently, having witnessed a historical event. I would argue that each moment of every day is historical, and no one has to deem the day’s events worthy of remembering, so, from...
Waves

Waves

Life’s challenges come in waves. Maybe they lap at our feet or get our rolled-up jeans wet. Sometimes the cold water rises, striking our core. Once in a while, a big wave comes along, and I fear I will drown. I have experienced these waves literally and figuratively....
Follow Nature’s Lead

Follow Nature’s Lead

“Those who flow as life flows know they need no other force.” Lao Tzu It’s time! Winterizing at my place isn’t what one might expect. I move the couch to the middle of the room, creating a cozy place to sit away from the cold windows. I hang heavy velvet...
Temple Dogs

Temple Dogs

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...