76. {12/06/09} I did something totally new today! I gave a jin shin jitsu treatment to my daughter. And by “gave” I mean that I was the one putting my hands on her to help unblock and move the energy in her body. I was afraid of doing it wrong, but it really was very [...]
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100 Things I Fear: energy work
February 2, 2010100 Things I Fear: falling
January 29, 201072. {12/02/09} Took a day off from everything because I fell at the ice skating rink and injured my writing hand AGAIN! It was horrible and I spent the evening in the Emergency Room. I’m okay, but I did need to have it checked out. No broken bones and it was a great opportunity to [...]
Weekly Winners: My Sister Bren
August 16, 2009I am visiting my sister Brenda and her family right now. And the truth is…the visit was prompted by a health care crisis. Here is what Bren says: “I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure…something that we as a family were not prepared for. I am working hard to better myself as well as listen [...]
The Root of Happiness is…
August 7, 2009…sleep! Seriously. Have you ever noticed how when you are tired it’s so easy to be grumpy. In fact, when you’re tired enough even the thought of happiness can be irritating. The truth is…happy people are well-rested people. It really is this simple. If you want more happiness in your life, then take a look [...]
Must Read Book for all Parents of Teens & Tweens
May 17, 2009This book wil NOT teach you new parenting skills and strategies. It will give you a comprehensive understanding of a potentially boring and dry topic (brain development) in an interesting and readable way. The author (a health and medical science editor) weaves in personal stories with facts and research findings about the teenage brain, which [...]
What do you do when you are sick?
April 21, 2009Oh I’ve missed you guys! I’ve been sick for almost 2 weeks. Acccckkkk! But, I’m almost back to full health…no wait…allow me to reframe: I AM BACK TO FULL HEALTH!!!! I am full of energy. And I am full of joy and appreciation for a pain-free throat and a clear nose that I can breathe [...]
Does Your Soul Need a Boost?
February 4, 2009Today I woke up feeling spent. My soul simply needed a boost. So instead of going to the gym and working out, I decided to go on a photo expedition. Here is the beauty I captured… I must say that I do feel so much more equipped to face my busy day. And now I’m [...]
The Breast Spa {part 2}
July 23, 2008{note: read part 1 first} “Okay. Some warm gel now, ” he said. “Oh! That’s so nice that it’s not cold,” I said surprised as he smeared the warm gel over my boob and pressed the ultrasound paddle against my lumpy, bumpy breast. “We’re like the spa,” he replied smiling. It’s true. They kinda are [...]
A Boobie Update
July 3, 2008I saw the surgeon again this past week. What can I say? I don’t like seeing him! The first time I met him he poked me 4 times with a spring-loaded needle and I bled all over the place. The second time wasn’t as messy, but almost just as painful. I found out that even [...]
Lumpy Bumpy Breast Thing
June 17, 2008So I see the surgeon tomorrow and I’ve been feeling kinda low the past coupla days. I want to feel better and I think that’s part of the problem: not letting myself just be where I’m at and feel how I feel. Or maybe I am allowing myself to simply be, which is why I [...]

