Caught in the Web
Sometimes it feels like my heart will just melt, and my blood will spill onto the street and mix with those who struggle, those who cry out, those who want for a better world. When the heart breaks, it releases an elixir, an exquisitely fine substance that spreads throughout both …
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The Mystery of the Breath
Time for a deep breath. A deep, spontaneous breath is suggestive of our very first breath when we emerged from a watery, maternal, uterine environment. But often the first breath at birth is labored, strained and gasping. The strain imprinted onto the respiratory rhythm may continue for a lifetime. Many …
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The Feet are the Foundation to the Temple of the Body
Do you like your feet? Do you think they are too crooked, too big, too misshapen or too ugly? Many people have an antipathy toward their feet and assume that their feet are best âout of sight, out of mindâ. Yet, it is only by strengthening, stretching, balancing and yes…loving …
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Spring, and the Upside of Change
Spring, and the Upside of Change by Janet Curry Yesterday the Sun inched across the equator, making its journey northward in the sky, and here in this northern hemisphere, marking the onset of Spring. In Colorado, the vernal equinox is a tease; spring plays a âhide-and-seekâ game that in this …
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Blackberry “Cheese” Cake
Valentineâs Treat This desert is an inspiration from my youth, a most yummy cheesecake! This recipe is all plant based and uses non- dairy ingredients to create a colorful and creamy decadent dessert to indulge your sensual palate this Valentineâs Day. May this treat bring your heart joy this Valentineâs …
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Best Enemy
Best Enemy shared by Guest Teacher: Janet Curry When my son was 5, he came home from preschool one day and asked if Emily could come over to play. âEmily?â I inquired, surprised. I had heard about Emily beforeâhow she intruded on his games at recess, ran through forts heâd …
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Surya’s Holiday Thumbprint Cookies
Here is a favorite of mine, a holiday yummy to bring sweet taste to your tongue and comfort to your belly. Â The cinnamon and cardamom spices will warm your body, invigorate your blood and enliven your senses. Enjoy and happy holidays! Love and light, Surya SURYA’S HOLIDAY THUMBPRINT COOKIES …
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Wild Mushroom Soup
Wild Mushroom Soup is a powerful infusion of herbs and spices to enjoy this solstice. Recent scientific studies have shown that wild mushrooms provide a boost of nutrients to support your immune system. They have an abundance of antioxidants (that help fight cancer) and are a great source of vitamin …
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Lentil Walnut Pùté
Lentil Walnut PĂątĂ© Makes about 3 cups, 8 â 10 appetizer-sized servings Miso, umeboshi paste and mirin can all be found in hippy health food stores/Whole Foods in the Asian foods aisle, or at Asian (Japanese) markets. Look for miso that is stored in the refrigerator rather than shelf stable, …
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KABOCHA MISO SOUP
This soup is one of my favorites and offers the quintessential savory taste for the fall. At the turn of the season when the air is suddenly nippy and your body can lose its heat, this warming soup builds boosts vitality and stamina.  Miso, kombu, and shitake mushrooms have been used as traditional medicine remedies …
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