Thoreau yourself in the snow.
Many centuries ago, zen monks of the Rinzai school disavowed the notion of man’s superiority to animals, plants, water, fire, or even the earth itself. These monks spent years communing…
Category: Natural wonders
Wear-a-mask Wednesday: Betty White!
Who among us has a sunnier disposition than the indomitable Betty White? She turned 98 last week, which is no surprise, given that she’s still a force in the entertainment…
Carry one of these at all times.
Lemons have suffered from an image problem since they first came to fruition. Perhaps this is due to their stinging acidity and tough skins (although both are considered positive traits…
On adding amazement to your day.
Another day, another set of absolute miracles taking place. And in every direction! Wait, you didn’t see them? Perhaps you have become inured to such marvels. You are not alone….
Suburban lawns and Kim Kardashian: a comparison.
First, the lawn. According to noted biologist Edward O. Wilson, “Lawns are a monoculture of alien species, a rapacious consumer of water, and require toxic chemicals to maintain which eventually…
The weather is always nice!
We are raised to believe that there is “good weather” and “bad weather.” So we learn to say 80 degrees and balmy is good, and 33 degrees and rainy is…
Stop and smell everything.
As America continues to lead the world in racing from place to place, grasping at riches and attempting to stay busy for fear of missing out (on what, we’re not…
Get yourself centered.
Taking on too many tasks during the day? Constantly checking your phone? Easily distracted? Let us help you get centered once and for all. “Centering” isn’t just another term for…
Pineapple for everyone!
Nothing says “You’re welcome here!” like a pineapple — without question the most historically valid symbol of hospitality of any fruit or vegetable, and bursting with healthy goodness besides. The…