At my Macrobiotic Meetup last Thursday, a few of us decided to do a February Body Rub Challenge. The type of body rub I am talking about is a wonderful form of self-care and typically done once or twice a day. … Continued
We are in the middle of winter as I write this. I am loving the frosty mornings. I love to hear what other people are doing to help their bodies feel comfortable and supported throughout the changing seasons of the … Continued
Have you ever made tempura at home? I wasn’t raised with a lot of deep frying. The only thing I remember my mom deep frying was cod and that only happened a few times a year. So, I have been … Continued
I love sharing about new things I have learned and new items I have discovered. Most of them don’t really require a full post, so I have gathered several into one. As always, I don’t receive any compensation for mentioning … Continued
Have you ever chosen a word or phrase at the beginning of the year and used it as a guide through the rest of the year? Last year on January 1, my friend Gloria shared her word for the previous … Continued
I spent the evening with one of my favorite groups of people last night at an event called the Cosmic Cafe. In this group, I can allow my full self out to play and let myself shine. This is so … Continued
I used to be a professional baker and my family counted on my sweet contributions to the holidays. It wasn’t fun to try to change this, but my health and well-being over the holidays is more important than their temporary … Continued
Baked grain dishes can be a very satisfying way to add deep warmth and variety to meals. They are especially nourishing in a cold, damp climate like the Pacific Northwest. This technique, learned from Sharon Gray at Belly & Soul, … Continued
Welcome to the Virtual Vegan Potluck!! I wasn’t really focusing on a dish with seasonal flair, but this one definitely has it. Lovely deep orange and beet red with a festive orange dressing and the addition of hijiki. This dish … Continued
Polenta is super versatile. Eaten while soft and hot it can make a lovely porridge or a base for saucy beans. Let cool and it becomes firm enough to use as a crust for pizza or even as a pancake substitute. Here … Continued