Day Trippin’: Paolo Soleri’s Arcosanti

Arcosanti, arizona

I finally visited Arcosanti. For those who do not know: Arcosanti is an urban laboratory focused on innovative design, community, and environmental accountability.   Our goal is to actively pursue… Read on

Favorite Scents

favorite scents, scents, smells, essential oils, standard wax candles, soy candles, incense, satya incense, nag champa incense, midnight incense, eucalyptus oil, patchouli oil

Smells are important. They can draw you toward or away from a person or place. They change moods, evoke memories and encourage action (take a shower, eat that food, like this person). Lately, I’ve… Read on

Recent Thrills: May 2015

Weekly Thrill is a feature in which I share my current truths, but I haven’t posted in this series since last month, so here is another Recent Thrills edition: T is for… Read on

Gimme 5: Deep Breathing Techniques

gimme 5, deep breathing exercises, deep breathing benefits, deep breathing

Breathe. It’s a common mental command we give ourselves when the going gets tough. Monitoring the breath is an effective way to reduce stress, detoxify, and improve overall health and… Read on

Routines + Rituals That Shape Us

daily rituals, rituals and routines, routines, rituals

I have always been an orderly person who considers time valuable. I like to plan as much as possible and then, plan some more. It takes a lot for me… Read on

The Little Denim Dress

The LDD, little denim dress, or LCD, little chambray dress. Count me in. Honestly, I would not have said it was a wardrobe must until recently when I found the perfect… Read on