Apt Advice for Yogis and Cuddlers

Apt Advice for Yogis and Cuddlers

by | Jul 19, 2022 | Antiracism, Checking In

On Sunday, my friend Tamara invited me to go to Griffith Park for donation-based yoga and a nature walk – all guided by a lovely human being named Michelle Chua. Michelle’s guidance was kind and loving. She had a gifted way with words as she invited us to...
Two Flirts and Two Dogs

Two Flirts and Two Dogs

by | May 12, 2022 | Checking In

As a non-married person with no kids in a family-oriented neighborhood, I found myself feeling lonely as I would go on local errands or take walks. Disconnected. That’s why I set a goal with my coach, Angela, having to do with being more neighborly. I told her I would...
Yoga Class With a Cuddly Twist

Yoga Class With a Cuddly Twist

by | Apr 14, 2022 | Checking In

Towards the beginning of the pandemic, I was relieved and grateful to find free yoga classes on YouTube. Yoga With Adriene is a channel full of loving and kindness. Its empowering tag line is “Find What Feels Good.” Adriene sprinkles her teaching with...
Self Love For Your Feet

Self Love For Your Feet

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Checking In, How To

I went to Santa Barbara this weekend to visit some local hot springs. It felt long overdue that I got out of town to try something new! My honey had the strangest thing happen with his hiking boots. They had served him well over the course of many years. On this...
Fifty Percent Better!

Fifty Percent Better!

by | Dec 27, 2021 | Checking In, Cuddling

I was feeling heavy with sadness on Christmas – even though I had a nice day planned. Two friends and I were going to play games, watch a movie, and share a delicious meal. All activities I typically love. I was a few minutes late to drive over because I was...