“Mindfulness is First World Bullshit.” So said a Reiki client of mine, climbing off the massage table and reaching for the bowl of seeds and nuts I had set out for him. Huh? I am used to all kinds of reactions after Reiki sessions. But mostly I expect that kind of...
For years, my partner, a former pro hockey player and later a tennis coach, lamented about the lack of a natural electrolyte replacement drinks that he truly enjoyed. He abhorred the commercially made offerings, too sweet and what was with those dyes? We found some at...
Author’s note: This is a beginner’s tutorial on tincture making. Not intended as medical advice. Do not harvest any plants unless extremely well-versed in plant identification—there are many poisonous varieties of Sambuca. ~ I love the idea of “simples” for...
The dictionary definition of “gentleman” states thus: 1. A man of gentle or noble birth or superior social position. 2. A well-mannered and considerate man with high standards of proper behavior. 3. A man of independent means who does not need to have a wage-paying...
I have a friend who lives his life in technicolor. I’m continually impressed with his endeavors and globe- trotting lifestyle as he engages in and organizes marathons and races such at the recent Death Race in Amecameca, Mexico, near the Popocatepetl volcano. As...
