It’s always a perfect time of year to appreciate the beauty of a feather.  When I see a feather on the ground, I pick it up.  I see each feather as a message from my guardian angels, and recognize that they are with me offering guidance, support, and protection.  Feathers, from my viewpoint, are a sign of good luck and...

The past is a tapestry woven with cherished memories, lessons learned, and moments of nostalgia. However, it can also hold threads of regret, pain, and unresolved emotions that bind us to places we no longer wish to be. Letting go of the past is a courageous act of freeing oneself to fully embrace the present and welcome the future with...

Aromatherapy is considered to be an alternative therapy in modern times, yet it is based on ancient medical systems that have been built up over thousands of years from accumulated empirical evidence. Many of us have experienced elevated moods from breathing in flowers, the ocean, and the aroma of fresh forest air, to name a few. In the 1920s, French...

Cashew Butter Banana ‘Chocolate Chip’ Oatmeal Bars Makes 16 gluten free non-GMO cashew butter banana chocolate chip oatmeal bars. Will stay fresh for up to one week in a covered container at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Ingredients: 2 and 1/2 cups gluten free old-fashioned rolled oats (I use Bob’s Red Mill®) 1/4 cup organic dark brown sugar, loosely...

Preparedness One never knows when an emergency situation may arise.  Emergency situations may include:  an emergency hospital or sub-acute care stay, a blizzard, raging fires, a hurricane, tornadoes, volcanic eruption, severe flooding, and more.  No matter what the situation, are you prepared in your home?  Are you prepared to leave your home with the basics?  The ready.gov website offers a...