Today, I say good bye to my dear north woods and head back to the regular rhythm of life. As I write, I hear the kingfisher, eagle and hummingbird, notice the knots of brush ahead of me, bending around each other creating their own intimate puzzle to the amusement of the squirrels, inhale the delightful … Continue reading Resting in the Silence
This weekend has given me some much needed rest and restoration. My daily rhythm has been reading, working in the gardens, showering off the sweat and grime and settling down with a creative project for the evening. It has been a marvelous respite from the daily tension of the recent days/months. These restorative moments help … Continue reading The Grounding of a Long Weekend
Balance Point Edition 4 A few minutes for your soul to find nourishment and peace. “All will be well All will be well All manner of things will be well.” ~ Julian of Norwich ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ What To Do in the Dark Go slowly Consent to it But don’t wallow in it Know it as a … Continue reading Balance Point 4
This piece spoke to me, perhaps it will to you as well. Peace to you all, Andrea What To Do In The Dark Go slowly Consent to it But don’t wallow in it Know it as a place of germination And growth Remember the light Take an outstretched hand if you find one Exercise unused … Continue reading What to Do in the Dark
A reminder for the middle of your week. Regardless of the tears you may hide, the pain you experience, the mounds of questions, and piles of grief, you are whole. Shame separates you from seeing your wholeness. As you remove this obstacle, your path becomes clear and wholeness shows its presence. It is the shame … Continue reading You are Whole
I love life hacks. A shortcut to get to work, an alternative way to plant my garden, or make meatloaf; if it is quicker, better or both, I'm in. At first a hack feels awkward and uncomfortable, as the new often does. Initially, the new "shortcut" may take more time because our brains are creating … Continue reading A Two-Minute Life Hack for Calm
Enjoy this day, right now. The fly-by honkers, the emerging spring grass, the hungry chipmunks awakening from their winter rest. Breathe in this moment, watch the clouds move across the sky, the tips of tulips show and maple leaves tumble across the soft ground. Enjoy this day, for today will never come again. Tomorrow will … Continue reading A Note to Self
One year ago the snow was up to our knees here in the North. Now, snow is gone and the tulips are emerging. Outside of a chance shower here and there, I imagine we are mostly done with the white stuff for this turn around the sun. On the other hand, over the last couple … Continue reading The Goldfinch of Promise
This weekend I was reading Mark Nepo's, The Book of Awakening. I'd like to share a practice he offers. * Practice loosening the knot in your heart by placing your hands, palm up, in your lap. * With each in breath, tighten your hands briefly. * With each out breath, relax your hands till they … Continue reading Loosen the Knots
Challenging times are upon us. Whether you are a healthcare worker, or someone sheltering in place, nothing is normal right now, and everything feels unstable. This is a list of resources or ideas available to you as an app for your phone, downloads and websites. I will continue to update this page as long as … Continue reading Resources to Help Navigate Challenging Times
