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Lessons from a Doughnut

When my youngest son was in preschool, we went on a field trip to Krispy Cream doughnuts. The gaggle of 4 and 5 year-olds were ecstatic to learn how the donut masters make something so delicious. My son instructed me to pay very close attention to the recipe (of course to be replicated at home). We had a behind the scenes, VIP pass to a sweet-tooth haven. We got to mix, pull, bake and of course taste the frosted delights.…

Fields of Possibility

Happy Spring 2016!! As the China berries fall to the ground it opens up a space for delicate purple buds to adorn the brittle branches while green canopies shade the yard inviting long sits and sacred hammock time, my yard and its treasures a temple in which I come to find kinship, communion and empathy for the world that sustains me. One of my favorite parts of this time of year is when the earth begins to unfold hidden gems…

Quality Living: Do what you Love

Quality not Quantity: It seems like such simple encouragement, doesn't it?  Yet, it is amazing how more often than not I hear, and have said, "I am too busy to do......"  or, "I don't have the time or energy."   Ultimately, we don't have control over how long we walk the Earth, but we do have control over how we move and participate in our life while we are here. With two jobs and two kids, and some intense personal development my life…

The Eco-Self: 7 Ways To Draw Us Closer to Nature (Published on Elephant Journal)

I am pleased to have another little piece featured in Elephant Journal.  If it inspires you, please share it via your email list and social media platforms.  This article is written on behalf of nature.  It seems my favorite subjects to write about are psychology, the soul and the natural world....this piece is a delicate combination of them all.  Though it doesn't go into a much depth in terms of Eco and Jungian Psychology, it does touch on some basic…