Byron Katie is an American speaker and author who is best known for her self-help method, "The Work." The Work consists of four questions that are designed to help individuals identify and question their negative thoughts, beliefs and emotions. The goal of The Work is to bring individuals to a place of greater self-awareness and … Continue reading Byron Katie
10 Celestial Events – 2023
"Last year was an excellent one for amateur astronomers. Stargazers in the United States saw two total lunar eclipses, a spectacular “ring of fire” solar eclipse and a rare alignment of the planets Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. This year promises another amazing set of celestial events ..." Read further ....
Diabetes Road
So you found out you have Type 2 Diabetes. Let the news sink in. It takes a while. It's a different kind of condition. It is ever-present. But ultimately you choose to be the victim, or the volunteer. Your life depends on that choice. I'm reminded every day…multiple times a day…intrusively, aggressively, and fundamentally, reminded … Continue reading Diabetes Road
Boba Bubble Tea
Boba tea, also known as bubble tea, is a type of tea-based drink that originated in Taiwan in the 1980s. It is made by mixing brewed tea with milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca pearls known as "boba." Boba tea can be made with a variety of different types of tea, including green tea, black tea, … Continue reading Boba Bubble Tea
Highgate Cemetery
Highgate Cemetery is a historic cemetery located in Highgate, London, England. The cemetery is divided into two parts, the East and West cemetery, with the West cemetery being the more famous of the two. The cemetery was opened in 1839 and quickly became one of the most popular burial grounds in London. It was designed … Continue reading Highgate Cemetery
Writer’s Block and Artist’s Block
Writer's block and artist's block are similar in that they both refer to a state of being unable to produce new work or ideas. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as feeling uninspired, overwhelmed, or self-conscious. To overcome writer's block or artist's block, some strategies that may be helpful include: Taking a … Continue reading Writer’s Block and Artist’s Block
Woodstock Summer of Love
Woodstock was a music festival that took place on August 15–18, 1969, in Bethel, New York. The festival was held on a 600-acre dairy farm and was billed as "An Aquarian Exposition: 3 Days of Peace & Music." It featured some of the most famous and iconic musicians of the time, including Jimi Hendrix, The … Continue reading Woodstock Summer of Love
Starting Herb Plants
There are several methods for starting herbs, including: Starting from seed: This is the most common method and involves planting herb seeds in soil or a seed starting mix and keeping them in a warm, sunny location until they germinate. Taking cuttings: This involves taking a stem cutting from an existing herb plant and rooting … Continue reading Starting Herb Plants
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The Lost City – Movie Review
A fun, campy semi-remake of Romancing the Stone. An all-star cast moves this adventure along, including Sandra Bullock Channing Tatum, Brad Pitt, and Daniel Radcliffe. Tatum puts out an enjoyable performance, and Radcliffe plays the villain. Pitt enters as the esoteric tough new age guy, again a fun performance. And Bullock suits the role to … Continue reading The Lost City – Movie Review