Similar to a beagle running on the chase, during my recent New York City trip, there was little pacing. Each day was packed with activities, followed by late nights enjoying the aliveness of the city at midnight! By Monday my head ached. A Flu was approaching. Happy visions of exploring the The Big Apple blurred. … Read more
Who wouldn’t miss every morning strapping on a pack, lacing up the boots and heading out the door into fresh mountain air? Our recent sojourn lasted nine days on the Trail Mont Blanc, TMB, with the daily pursuit of trekking from point A to Point B, Chamonix, to Italy, Switzerland and circling back … Read more
“It’s a GREAT Tired,” said my friend. We had skied hard all day, hardly taking a break, gobbling Gorp on the lift. The snow on the slopes, in the trees, off of the main trails beckoned: Come into my playground. Relish the views. Feel the strength and challenge to your body. Let the cold air … Read more
When recovering from cancer surgery, thankfully many years back, Genevieve Lane, an alternative medicine practitioner, suggested gentle walking “with a twist”: amble while engaging the senses. Wandering the neighborhood accompanied by my senses helped build trust in my body again. When my mind wandered I simply shifted to a different sense choosing from the rich … Read more