Climb Out of the Darkness 2016
Last weekend, my family and I were privileged to take part in Postpartum Progress’s Climb Out of the Darkness in the South Sound. Before we left my son asked the following questions? “What is the walk...
View ArticleCamping Series – Part 2
Four days on the Washington coast with friends and family. I love spending time in the Olympic National Forest, and this was our first trip to Kalaloch. The kids had a fantastic time playing in the...
View ArticleIt’s Not Reality
You may have seen my Facebook post earlier: today’s kitchen experiments: lavender lemonade, tabouli, falafel, gluten-free bread, chicken soup, crispy chick peas. Guess who is NOT cooking tomorrow. Wow,...
View ArticlePT for Pelvic Health
We live in an interesting society; one in which Viagra commercials are shown during family television programming (and isn’t that a fun conversation starter with the kids), but woman’s health issues...
View ArticleBack From Vacation
The last six weeks have been a crazy blend of vacation, stay-cation, home projects and lazy family time at home. A break from the computer is always good self-care and I love having unscheduled time...
View ArticleBirthday Celebrations
Yesterday was full as we celebrated my daughter’s 7th birthday She chose a family adventure rather than a friend party and my husband came up with the idea of a tea party at a new local shop....
View ArticleFinding Joy During Election Season
I have to admit that the presidential election process has tested my faith in humanity. Beyond of candidates (none of which I am particularly happy about), the general public has become increasingly...
View ArticleMore Halloween Ideas
October is hear in all it’s wet wonder. My youngest is planning to dress up as Hermione (because she is so smart) and my oldest is eagerly awaiting Witch’s brew at Grandma’s house. This year my sister...
View ArticleStretching Yourself
It all started with a sermon series called “Exercising Your Faith.” The leadership at my church created this 6-week series and Bible study to encourage us to stretch and grow in our faith. As with many...
View ArticleWe are the hope
Like many of you, I was depressed when I hear the news of the election this morning. But then I looked into my kids’ faces. Faces that showed anxiety at the news. Anxiety caused by the hate and anger...
View ArticleRest
I write often about the importance of self-care. I believe it to be fundamental to our health. However, like everyone else there are times that I get busy and overwhelmed. I forget to “put myself on...
View ArticleThankful – 2016
I don’t really like turkey or mashed potatoes. There, I’ve said it. What I do like about Thanksgiving is the reminder to stop and count our blessings. We all have so much to be thankful for, though it...
View ArticleThanksgiving Leftovers
Are you still eating leftovers from that big family dinner? If so, I have some ways to reinvent them. For Turkey – Try this soup by Danielle Walker or a grain-free pot pie from Wellness Mama For...
View ArticleChristmas Blessings and Gingerbread
This morning my son asked me what I wanted for Christmas. He did so while snuggling on my lap next to the tree while his sister slept. When she woke up, he got her a blanket and read to her. The post...
View Article2017 Has Begun – What Will You Do With It?
It is 2017. The election is over. It is time to decide how we are going to change our world this year. We are each responsible to leaving our world a little better than we found it. I am going The post...
View ArticleGod Sees Us
Last week everyone seemed to be busy wishing friends and family a Happy New Year. Except me. I was in the midst of depression. Nothing felt very happy and I didn’t want to talk to anyone, much less...
View ArticleMy Word for 2017
Last year I shared my practice of beginning the year with a word/idea that I want to focus on. It was originally inspired by the book One Perfect Word by Debbie Macomber. As a writer and lifelong avid...
View ArticleCauliflwer Corn Chowder
I love soup. it is a great way to get in nourishing bone broth and brings comfort. This recipe has been tried and approved of by my family. They highly recommend the addition of tomatillo salsa....
View ArticleWhat is healthcare?
Recently, my husband and I had a date while the kids were in school. Yay! We shared coffee, a hike, and lunch at our favorite Indian restaurant. Through i all was a long and meandering discussion....
View ArticleValentine’s Day 2017
I am typically not a fan of Valentine’s Day. This has a lot to do with all the junk that parents feel the need to send to school. This year is different. This year is about connection and relationships...
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