Category Archives: Reflections
Over Consumption
Less is more and enough is enough. Whether it’s the clothes you wear, the food you buy or the life you live, make it a question of quality, not quantity. Over consumption and a plate too full will only give … Continue reading
Patience
As virtues go, patience is a quiet one. It’s often exhibited behind closed doors, not on a public stage: A father telling a third bedtime story to his son, a dancer waiting for her injury to heal. In public, it’s … Continue reading
Social Rest
Just as you need the right combination of nutrients to feel nourished, social rest is all about having a healthy balance of solitude and social activities. “Make sure you have quiet spaces where you can be alone to engage in … Continue reading
A Love Language
Gift giving is a love language. The tradition of holiday presents is not the commercialism lamented in “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” It’s a way of seeing and being seen. Expressing affection, tangibly, in a way that lingers long after you’ve … Continue reading
Preparing your home for winter: Faucets and Hoses
Outdoor faucets aren’t insulated, which can prove troublesome. “People forget that their hose is connected,” says Cuevas. “The water in the faucet freezes the whole pipe and it expands and explodes.” Purchasing an inexpensive plastic or Styrofoam faucet cover can … Continue reading
