I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in. -John Muir Japanese researchers found that exposure to trees and plants in a forest setting boosts immune function, increases cancer-battling proteins Who knew exactly [...]
We are having an outstanding weekend here at Ocean Shores! This is our annual Winter Solstice Hatha Yoga Retreat. As with every retreat, I seem to go go go non stop until the group arrives. And then once the retreat begins, I immerse myself in this singular experience of being [...]
Over the weekend of July 8-10th, Rick led a writing retreat for three fabulous writers, artists, and poets at our home and sanctuary, Little Renaissance, in Ocean Shores, WA. This fabulous group graced our home! They were inspired by Rick's guidance, yoga (sessions led by me), dazzling sunshine, fresh ocean [...]
Ranthambore Tiger Park! Valentine’s Day 2/17 I have NOT been able to log on anywhere until NOW! I have two hours to get a few blogs written. I will try to include one or two photos if I can download and if not, slide shows await my return to the [...]
A little while back, a barred owl landed on a tree by the path leading to the forest just outside of our door at Ocean Shores. And there he sat patiently for hours! We realized he was waiting for dark to come, waiting for something tasty to come his way. [...]