I used to believe that living a mindful life meant that things would be perfect and calm all the time. I’ve realized over the years that this isn’t the case. Living a mindful life is not about per...
Sometimes I come across little pockets of joy in life and am so grateful to be able to have a way to share them with you.
Recently I was relaxing after a bath with The Snow Onsen Silk Gauze Shiso B...
Almost all of us wake up the day after a holiday party feeling a bit “off”. This time of year, we tend to eat out of character, drink a bit more alcohol than usual, and often, water is forgotten.
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While I was on vacation last month I had a conversation with someone that bought back a lot of memories. We had been discussing bathing, and the woman I was speaking with mentioned how daunting ta...
I love my husband. He is my best friend in the world and I enjoy every moment we spend together. That said, when he's traveling, I do enjoy (and even look forward to) my alone time.
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Early morning whale watching on the misty Oregon coast.
It's been almost two decades since I have seen the Northwest coast. I forgot how beautiful and moving it was. I was often in tears as I was ...
I love a nice weekend nap during any season, but there is something especially languorous and deeply relaxing about a summer nap. They are wonderful for replenishing the body and mind after a day ...
One of the things that always captivates me during a tea ceremony is the thoughtfulness that goes behind every movement. This is no exaggeration – every single tiny movement is orchestrated. The i...
