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Life is a beautiful and often tempestuous existence, so connect with the things that put a big ‘ol smile on your face and makes you grateful for living. Those moments of simple pleasure are the essence of YUM. Maybe for you it is a rock solid eagle pose connecting you to earth and sky, or something as simple and powerful as the wind whipping through your hair as you meet the surf, the delight of a loved one giggling with joy or sitting by the fire on a cold night wrapped in a blanket, sipping a glass of wine. These moments reveal our passions; let them be your guiding light. Live your life vibrantly.
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Delicata Squash with Savory Pork Stuffing and Balsamic Syrup
This is literally the best time of year to showcase seasonal eating. When the world is tired of hearing of pumpkin spice everything, I am still reveling in the fact that so many people are conscious of bringing seasonal foods to the table this time of year. From apples pies and cider, to pumpkin lattes and muffins, I love it all. For me the real star of the season is winter squash. There ...
Cilantro to Coriander, Edible From Leaf to Seed
Coriander is the seed of an annual herb in the Apiaceae family, of which the leaves are known as cilantro. The entire plant is edible and is well loved for the citrus flavors it imparts to the dishes of various world cuisines. It is also known as a folk charm to promote love and well being. What is my favorite thing about growing cilantro? A fall crop of coriander seeds! This is a plant that ...
Preserving the Harvest: Herbal Vinegars, Not Just for Salads Anymore
Herbal vinegars are a delightful way to preserve the harvest and to add vibrant flavor to all your favorite dishes! Harvest season is in full swing right now. Nights are getting cold and it is time to pull everything from the garden that could be damaged by frost. There are many herbs that are somewhat cold hardy. Even here in northern Vermont, I can still see the green of winter savory, thyme ...
Sheep Birthday Party Cupcakes and The Joy of Plan B
These cute allergen-friendly sheep cupcakes will be the hit of your little one’s party. Perfect for littles that love farm animals, Shaun the Sheep, or Timmy Time. In my busy life as a blogger, food writer, business owner, hearthkeeper and soul seeker, there is still one thing that makes me feel more accomplished than anything else in life and that is a smile from my little girl! Recently as ...
5 Ways Yoga Has Transformed My Physical Body
Yoga has been a part of my daily life for close to a year now and has taught me many things. I shared some of those things a few months ago with my article 5 Life Changing Things Yoga Has Taught Me, but today I want to share with you how making yoga part of my daily life has transformed my body physically. 5 Ways Yoga Has Transformed My Physical Body 1. Posture Being taller than average, ...
Of Yoga, Alien Dreams and Facing Challenges with Breath…
When Life Turns You on Your Head – Relax and breathe, for life’s challenges can be your greatest teacher if you remain grounded in yourself. Last night I dreamed that aliens came to take over the Earth. I want to laugh now, just writing that, revealing it to the world at large, but in the dream world, it wasn’t a pleasant experience to go through. The most profound part of the dream that ...
Tasty (and Nutritious) Tea Water
About a year ago, I got into the habit of drinking a gallon of water a day. Drinking a gallon of water a day has become a major part of my health and beauty routines. It aids in differentiating between hunger and thirst and makes skin look young and radiant! The water is an important aspect, but it is what I add to my water that makes the difference! It all started after a big family trip to ...
Helping Children Through The Grieving Process
A few weeks ago when I was talking to my best friend on the phone a subject came up that I think all of us struggle with, how to deal with the grief that comes from the loss of a loved one and especially how to help our other loved ones get through it. This past winter her family unexpectedly lost her husband’s father. It was very hard on the whole family, especially since the week before they ...
Grilled Millet Flatbreads with Sesame Seed and Kombu Seaweed Sprinkles (Gluten Free, Vegan)
My favorite gluten free bread baking cookbook is Gluten-Free and Vegan Bread: Artisanal Recipes to Make at Home by Jennifer Katzinger and I especially like her various sandwich bread recipes. Usually I make the Soft Millet Sandwich Bread and a couple of weeks ago, I had mixed the bread dough, preheated the oven and was all ready to slide my bread in, when I realized my oven had shut off and ...
Infuse Your Life with (more) YUM. YUM is the stuff that feeds not just our bodies but also our spirits. Offering simple recipes and tips, life hacks and tools and little pleasures to infuse life with more of the Good Stuff, the YUM.