As a Jew I make Mu Shu with Chinese pancakes not because it is a traditional New Years’ food but just because it is so delicious! Best wishes to our Chinese friends around the world celebrating the start of the 2026 Year of the Fire Horse! “Horses arrive and Success follows.”
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India – the most Christmassy Place?
My great love affair with India started long before my first trip more than 26 years ago, and it was very important to me to finally travel with my husband to India in December 2025 – to give him at least a taste of the country and the culture. It was a wonderful, memorable trip for both of us. I do not claim expert status on India – I am just sharing a few photos and memories of our time last December at the request of friends who have asked about the experience.
Quick Tip: Peeling Thin-Skinned Avocados
Sometimes even a very small innovation can make a difference – like using a ceramic peeler to easily remove the skin from an avocado.
How Radical Acceptance Transforms Our Lives
Radical Acceptance helped me to gain perspective in a very dark period and supports now me through these challenging times. Of course past injuries run deep and leave scars. Still we can build better relationships with love, faith, trust and open communication.
Yoga for Emotional Resilience Amid Conflict
At times you may feel like me that we are living in an upside down world. Both my longstanding Jewish observance and Yoga practice have been very helpful for me since October 7th. What are you doing to find comfort and safety in these difficult times?
DIY Mosquito Repellent: Essential Oils for Skin Safety
Like daily sunscreen, it is important to protect your skin with mosquito repellent on a daily basis to protect against mosquito borne viruses. You can make your own herbal mosquito repellent at home. They are easy to make using safe and effective essential oils with research behind them.
Skincare Essentials for 2nd Middle Age: Sunscreen, Hats and Vitamin C
As much as we enjoy the sun – and admire the beauty of the sun rising over a new day – we need to address the toll of sun exposure on our skin and our overall health by extension. Skin care in your #2ndMiddleAge is not just about slowing the hands of time. Care andContinueContinue reading “Skincare Essentials for 2nd Middle Age: Sunscreen, Hats and Vitamin C”
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Just Landing: Fresh Granola
Sometimes the best thing to happen all day is a fresh batch of Granola. Gluten Free Granola In case you missed it, here is the Gluten Free (GF) Granola Recipe.
Just Landing: Fresh Granola
Sometimes the best thing to happen all day is a fresh batch of Granola. Gluten Free Granola In case you missed it, here is the Gluten Free (GF) Granola Recipe.