by Dawn | Nov 6, 2015 | family, parenting, Zen
I’m minding my own business relaxing after a long day of work when the boy walks in. “Hey Mom, did you know you can cut your hair with paper scissors?” “Why yes, I did.” I say. The trick is not to overreact. This isn’t some random...
by Dawn | Jul 21, 2014 | food, gardening, simplicity, sustainability
Canning and preserving are age-old techniques for saving the mountain of food you thought was cute when you planted it or bought too much of at the farmer’s market. Or maybe your friend dumped off “just a few” zucchini. It’s that time of year....
by Dawn | Jan 27, 2014 | self-improvement
“You box?” asked my friend. “Boxing” is a specific art. I can’t say I box. Do I own boxing gear? Full contact safety stuff with a gag reflex mouthpiece, “get bashed in the head” Olympic headgear, and 14-ounce gloves because I...
by Dawn | Jan 2, 2014 | Zen
He was standing in the living room, dressed in his best Fruit of the Looms. Seems the holes in guys’ underwear make a convenient location to holster a sword. He drew it with intention, staring me down swinging impressively. It’s tough to get sword training...
by Dawn | Dec 6, 2013 | wellness, Yoga
The doctor grounded me. “Relax. Meditate,” he said. “Or go walking.” I miss running. I’ve been trying to meditate instead, but it’s not the same. I’m not good at sitting still. Maybe it’s ADHD or my bad-athlete...
