One thing I’ve noticed about caregivers is how hard it is for them to let themselves be supported—even when they come to their yoga mat. “Oh, I don’t need that.” they say, waving away the prop setup I’ve suggested for them. “Let someone else use those blocks—I’m fine without them.” Oh, that loaded F word …
Read MoreLike so many caregivers, I had the personal heartache of losing a loved one during a time when we were unable to gather to mourn. So I’ve been searching for a way to brand the time we’re in right now as special—clearing, healing and new. Enter the Gaelic festival of Beltane.
Read MoreI have this affinity for Things That Do Other Things. Scarves that become ponchos or hoods simply by buttoning, yoga mat bags that expand to carry blocks and other gear with a quick unzip, step stools that turn into chairs (I'm a master collector of those~~just ask my husband). It's kind of an obsession, actually. So I was thrilled to discover that a couple of essential oils really can cover many of our health and body care needs ...
Read MoreOK, so maybe I lied. I hinted in this very blog just a few short weeks ago that autumn was my favorite fragrant time of the year. But I was being so good at staying in the present moment that I forgot all about the wonderful scents of the holiday season!
Truly, the approaching holiday gets me giddy with the prospect of being able to regale you with information on two of my very favorite essential oils: frankincense and myrrh ...
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