by Monika Carless | Apr 20, 2015 | Musings
A while back I purchased a book for my love on Valentine’s Day. It is “Sacred Economics: Money, Gift and Society in the Age of Transition” by Charles Eisenstein. We’ve both been very interested in alternative currencies, barter, local economies, etc. and have read...
by Monika Carless | Apr 6, 2015 | Musings
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...
by Monika Carless | Apr 5, 2015 | Musings
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...
by Monika Carless | Mar 5, 2015 | Musings
The Amazing Health Benefits of Chai! My partner and I have been drinking homemade Chai for 20 years. Not only does it serve up many health benefits, it makes the house smell terrific! Introduced to us by a yogi friend, homemade Chai is satisfying to make (I love the...
