From the Heart….The Greatest Gift of All

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“Amidst the chaos of life, your unwavering presence is thesanctuary others seek.”  – Deepak Chopra At the start of a recent Saturday morning yoga class I attended, the teacher shared these words of wisdom regarding the profound gift of our unwavering presence. We’re all familiar with the sentiment, “Your presence is gift enough.” But what

Protect your health this winter: Are you ready?

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As winter 2024 barrels toward us with unpredictable weather on the horizon, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on our health and wellness. Amid the sea of advice—scientific, medical, and the ever-reliable “old-school wisdom”—it’s time to pause, consider, and evaluate how we’re preparing for the season ahead. Over recent years, one truth has become abundantly

My Daddy’s Soul

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I am mesmerized watching the homage ceremony of the elderly, the surviving Congressional Medal of Honor recipients of WWII. Nobly, they file in to blaring martial music, flags waving ceremoniously, and thousands of people on their feet. The eldest soldier, in his 90’s, ambles unassisted to his seat. Aside from tears of pride, I feel

What Feels Love to Me?

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“You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve your love and affection.” Buddha ONCE UPON A TIME there was a handsome,