What Does That Mean
This site has lots of choices and they really understand the appeal of historic homes. http://www.historicproperties.com/about.htm If a building becomes historic when it marks 50 years of existence, does a movie become “historic” or classic at that point? Very impresive…
Nourish
There seems to be a lot of conversation about “nourishing yourself”. I had someone recommend a special cookie and bread shop to “replenish” myself after going through a stressful event. Are they the same? Well, not completely. Nourish: provide with…
personal energy
Your Body Is Not A Machine Energy field self care is a lot like caring for our physical bodies. Most of us put a lot of effort into that on a regular basis. We bathe, we brush and floss our…
He said- She said
I recently got so upset about something that seems silly in hindsight. The issue is a repeated pattern of someone acting like they are glad to do something as requested, but going beyond that line into doing what they think…
for-giving
You can’t give away what you do not have. Think about learning. You cannot teach what you do not know. Think about things. You can’t furnish another person with money, furniture, food, or other things…unless you have it to offer….
Pepper vinegar
Recently, I was at a country kitchen type restaurant with friends and asked for the “pepper vinegar” for my collards. The one seated beside me said, “What is that”? Well, it’s apple cider vinegar mixed with peppers to make it…
Greens
Eat your greens. Your mother probably said that 100,000 times. I remember George W. Bush was bold enough to tell everyone he didn’t care for broccoli. Funny how your taste can change over the years. Now, I like all greens….
Rest
When you are advised- “get more rest”, what exactly does that mean? My son has said, ” Mom, you just need to turn your brain off and rest it more”. What? My sister and I live by, “Work, for…
contemplation
Contemplation is personal reflection. Recently, I have been contemplating retirement. I can’t believe it myself. Where does time go? This transition from worker bee to retiree reminds me of the concept of “Luminal Space”. Richard Rohr in his book, “Falling…
non-negotiable
Today, I was advised to choose my non-negotiables. Hmm.. what does that mean? Merriam Webster defines it as: not open to discussion or modification. Well, that’s pretty easy. I have some things that are set and that I am not…