So far this winter is dark, cold and most of us have had enough of ice and snow and according to the local Groundhog, spring is still far away. I don’t know about you but this past January treated me to some of the worst blues that I have had in years. It could have been the weather or… Read More Groundhog Day. An example of the possibility of kindness in a world desperate for warmth.
Are you there God it’s me Dani. Mom gave me a copy of the new Judy Blume Book, Are you there “God it’s me Margaret” and I just finished reading it. What a really cool book. I was wondering God if you could help me out like you helped out Margaret. Margaret really wanted… Read More Dear God its me Danielle. A breast cancer story.
Getting your Groove Back Are you new to yoga? Or do you just need a refresher. Yoga can be challenging for a beginner and a challange to get back too. This article will help ease your transition into or back into the world of yoga. Find a good space to practice in. You do not… Read More Doing some spring cleaning??? Brush off your yoga mat.
In our hearts we know the best thing to do, but fail to do it. New Year’s resolutions are great examples of this. We make resolutions because we know it would be better for us to lose weight, or get fit, or spend more time with those that matter most to us. The problem is… Read More Let’s Make Resolutions
For those of you who might not be aware I spent my formative years growing up in Africa, and although I’ve been living in Canada for almost 30 years, winter always catches me by surprise. I know it’s coming I change my wardrobe, get my house ready, purchase updated protective gear for my kids, celebrate… Read More Give yourself credit….
If you know me at all you know that I am not about depriving oneself of anything. I know for some who have embraced a different path however this time of year may be difficult; what with the items in the picture above being presented in abundance. I offer this suggestion on how… Read More Guilt free chocolate eating… a Valentines Yoga Meditation…
I was listening to some vintage or classic rap recently while driving. I know its vintage because my kids love to remind me that anything that I know all the words to is quite dated or as they like to put it Old School. “The Power” a song by the German music group Snap! From their… Read More You have the power…
If I was to ask you: “What would you steal? “Chances are you would likely answer “Nothing, not me!” I am no thief.” This question may prompt one to think about Robert Nixon or robbing a bank or shoplifting. Eating a grape from the super market or not being honest when you get the incorrect change back in your… Read More Are you a crook??
Most of us become quite reflective at this time of year – and for me this year is no exception. As the final hours of 2014 start winding down, I have found a different approach to the yearly tradition of writing down my goals and resolutions that I decided to try last year is making… Read More Resolve to Let Go
Its summer time and most young people want to be as far away from learning as possible. However summer with its long rides up to the cottage, sun sets and waiting for fish to bite provides an excellent opportunity for you to hang with your kids and re affirm family values. As the gang was heading to a family reunion this past… Read More Summer Parenting Moments using Family History..