They say you can never go back home again. Maybe it’s true and maybe back there isn’t a place we want to return. However, I believe home is where the heart is. And the key to the heart is through the stomach! As I find myself spending more time where I grew up, I’m reconnecting... Continue Reading →
Finding the Missing Peace
The human experience revolves around habits. We struggle to create new ones and fight to break old ones. Sometimes we revert to those that are not so good for us and lack consistency to continue those that benefit us. Our innate need for rituals, routines, and structure is often in tension with our love of... Continue Reading →
Jjimjilbang, here we come: The Ultimate Day of Self-care!
My first visit to a Korean spa was a wonderful experience. So much so, that it has become an annual tradition! A few weeks ago, I enjoyed another decadent and relaxing day at a local spa with two friends. It was 9 glorious hours of pampering, bonding, and self-care! Here is a recap of our... Continue Reading →
Christmas in July: My Gifts to Me
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Christmas in July is apparently a thing. I never really understood it until now. Last weekend was Murphy's law incarnate. The moment I returned from a much needed vacation, I was hit with news of a family emergency. I had several errands to run before taking a late night... Continue Reading →
Putting Your PPE in Place: How to Prepare for your Post Pandemic Existence!
Summer, what feels like a post-pandemic summer, is here! Life is more open. Masks are coming off. People are out and about. Plans are being made and kept. And yet, I feel a bit stuck. I think the term is called languishing. Sure, it’s fantastic to meet friends at a restaurant and not stress if... Continue Reading →