Sip Happens!
On a recent shopping excursion, I noticed a sign next to the wine paraphernalia that said, "Sip Happens!" :-)
It is true that sometimes life presents us with circumstances that just plain suck! Today's post is dedicated to my friend who broke her ankle this weekend and anyone who is going through a "sip happens" chapter of life. May you find strength, comfort, encouragement and healing during the upcoming week.
One of the toughest things I have ever challenged myself to do is push past my fears and pursue my dreams. There have been way more failures than victories on my journey thus far. Individuals like Seth Godin, author of Poke the Box, inspire me to keep trying when many days I desperately want to give up! In this video interview with Seth, he offers his insightful views on taking appropriate risks, challenging the status quo and starting a business. It's good stuff!
Enjoy this video presentation created by photographer Scott Wright, set to music by guitarist Cosimo Antitomaso. Scott was inspired to create this homage to water and it's symbolism while he sat meditating by the side of a stream.
Karen Horneffer-Ginter, Ph.D., has been practicing psychology and teaching yoga and contemplative practices for over 16 years. Her website, Full Cup Thirsty Spirit, offers inspiration and resources to slow down, turn our attention within, and recharge when life is too busy. You can print out her poster to remind you of simple ways to slow down and enjoy life. As she says, "the sorts of activities that often don’t make it onto our to-do lists, but are worthy of our time".
During the couple of years that we were transitioning homes, I really missed growing my own herbs. It is such a delight to pick fresh herbs and use them in your recipes.
Jess Ainscough, author of Make Peace With Your Plate: Change Your Life One Meal At A Time, shares a list of her top 10 healing herbs and their medicinal properties.
