Absolute body power strength conditioning workout

“This ain’t no fluff. If you want fluff, go buy a pillow!” Alan L.F.Harris
I was expecting a full workout (including aerobic) when I grabbed this dvd, not realizing that this is part of a set of four. This workout is weights only. So when I finished up 50 minutes of ’strength […]

No Comments »Filed under: Strength, Motivation, DVD reviewsPosted on January 28th, 2008

Sunrise


4 Comments »Filed under: Beauty, MeditationPosted on January 26th, 2008

Sand sculpture classic canceled

Today I learned that the Harrison Hot Springs sand building competition will be canceled this year, due to lack of sponsors. For the past two summers, we’ve had a lot of rainy weekends, so that and financial losses are the causes. I have to admit, we’ve done our share of viewing the art from behind […]

2 Comments »Filed under: Family fun, ExtrasPosted on January 23rd, 2008

Notes on eucalyptus

I’m learning about the usefulness and versatility of eucalyptus oil. ‘Eucalyptus’ is derived from the Greek ‘eukalyptos’ meaning ‘well covered’, which seems appropriate.
It can be used to relieve muscle pain and strain, including pain from rheumatism, in baths and massage oils.
It can be used in diffusers, baths or massage oils to relieve symptoms of cold, […]

3 Comments »Filed under: Healing, AromatherapyPosted on January 21st, 2008

Evolution

Sometimes all of the available information about our environment and the challenges we’re facing seems overwhelming. I’ve found that whatever your goals, it can help to focus on one simple change. Here are some lifestyle choices that I’ve been implementing:

BYOB. Plastic bags are ugly. Grab a tote or backpack when you leave the house.
Conscientious […]

6 Comments »Filed under: Healthy habitsPosted on January 18th, 2008

Aromatherapy muscle strain remedy

Recently I’ve been absorbed with learning about natural beauty and remedies. Waking up with sore muscles after an intense workout the day before, and then having my daughter complain of sore muscles after a few hours of dance, I decided to look into massage oils. They are actually very easy and inexpensive to make […]

7 Comments »Filed under: Relaxation, Healing, AromatherapyPosted on January 17th, 2008

Happy new year!

My Christmas cactus finally bloomed for the first time, to celebrate the new year with us. I am grateful to all my readers for your support and understanding the past few months, and wish you all abundance, beauty, peace and active wellness for 2008!

6 Comments »Filed under: Beauty, ExtrasPosted on January 15th, 2008