Fractals I have a thing for fractals. They are widely recognized as futuristic patterns that repeat over and over again. It’s a math thing. Don’t click away yet…this does apply to your life. In fractals, there are certain mathematical properties that are shared from the smallest to the largest components…
Phillip and I recently found out that we will be staying in Sacramento for the next long while. After moving 4 times (across state lines) in 10 years, it is nice to know we will be staying put. Since we always felt like we may need to pack up and…
Since I’m watching less TV, I’m reading more (and more and more). Here’s a quick rundown of what’s on my nightstand/in my nook: Mind Over Medicine by Dr. Lissa Rankin Dr. Rankin dives into the studies that connect what is going on in our minds with physical manifestations in our…
Our owl made a grand appearance again last Friday. I call him “ours” because he’s a great “horned” owl, and we are the Horns. I don’t think that’s a coincidence. Each time he visits it feels like it’s just for us, and I am granting myself this one delusion. We…
My favorite thing on this Friday is laughter. I mean, who doesn’t love laughing? When you have an chronic health condition, it is practically essential. Of course funny movies are good. Modern Family and The Big Bang Theory can be hilarious, but could you find humor in your own medical…
Deepak Chopra tweeted, “If we seek happiness first, everything else will follow.” What do you think “everything else” is? Money? Love? Health? The message implies that if you want specific things the way to get them is through happiness. This sets up a qualifier. I’m seeking happiness, but really I…
As people, we are a searching breed. We search through business accomplishments, spirituality, relationships, food, material possessions and any variety of ways you can imagine. We yearn for connection, security and purpose. We want to feel hopeful, inspired and passionate. Sometimes we are wildly successful. We bask in gratitude and…
I’m not exactly sure when this habit started, but I know that it was initially tied to my corporate career. In order to keep what needed to get done organized, I created a very, very simple system that has worked for years. With chronic illness, sometimes thinking, memory and focus…
According to Nielsen report, the average American watches between 37 and 40 hours of live and DVR TV each week. I’ve decided to do something about that, again, in my household. I say “again” because I have a love/guilt relationship with the TV. Since I was sick a lot growing…
Here is my quick solution for looking awake and refreshed when you don’t have the energy for more than 2 minutes of makeup. Before…yikes! After…better! Everything is more even and fresh. I’m awake. I use this quick routine most days. It is simple and really can be done in a…