Hygge

With cold, dark, winters, like the one we've just had here in the Pacific Northwest, we can learn a lot from the Danes about how to make the most of life by practicing hygge (pronounced "hoo-guh"). Hygge is more than a soft, chunky blanket to curl up in, lighting candles, sipping from an earthen mug, or wearing wooly things ... but, this is a wonderful place to begin.

Hygge feels like a big, warm hug. 

It's a wellness program and a way of life. It's gratitude and smiling for no reason. 
It's enjoying life's simple pleasures and being present.
Hygge is about finding beauty in the ordinary and meaning in the mundane.

It's in the act of making art ... and letting all of life become the art as well. 

It's peace within and being loved.
Doing life together.
Hygge feels like home.

Cuke Salad

      This quick and easy salad is one of my favorite ways
to enjoy the vine ripened, garden fresh, vegetables of summer! 

Cuke Salad Ingredients:

2 cucumbers 

2 cups cherry tomatoes

1⁄2 medium red onion

1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

1⁄4 cup Italian salad dressing

Directions: Slice the cucumbers about 1/4", then cut into quarters. Chop or mince the red onion. Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters. In a large bowl combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and feta. Toss all ingredients together and drizzle with the salad dressing. 

(For another variation toss in some large pitted kalamata olives, if desired.)

Enjoy!

America - Land of the Free

We celebrate Independence Day this year with a deep sense of reflection and gratitude. Although, saddened by world news that travels at the speed of light, our hearts celebrate with renewed appreciation for continued freedom. 

So much more than just a backyard barbecue, as we savor our Inalienable Rights. 

Thankful to all who've fought to secure this precious Liberty!

Happy 4th of July!