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Re: What’s a Jewel of Wisdom You’ve Received From a Child?

EcoDiva — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:10:32 -0000

Oh....thank you for sharing that. I moved away from my niece and nephew when they were barely 6 and 8. I was there at their birth and was so so close with both of them. During our last visit he took my son's head in his hands (who was then 4 months old), kissed his forehead and said..."I hope you have a wonderful life..." Oh my GOD!!! I could have melted right there. I'm crying now just thinking about it. Beautiful boy.

Re: An Ode in Celebration of Ironing: Writing Brilliantly About Mundane Tasks

EcoDiva — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:32:59 -0000

Hmmm. this makes me want to write about one of my favorite sensory activities...making coffee. From opening the bag, getting my first whiff, to grinding the beans as I hear each one crunch crunch, and scooping the now soft beans into the pot. Then waiting patiently for my first hot cup.

Great topic!

Re: What’s a Jewel of Wisdom You’ve Received From a Child?

EcoDiva — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:30:58 -0000

I keep a book of little things my son says day to day. Sometimes it's the funniest thing I've ever heard like 'we celebrate Halloween because we're Jewish"...sometimes it profound like, "I heard a piano song playing when Jack (our elderly neighbor) died." Either way, I am reminded to listen, always.

Re: Weighing In - Part One

EcoDiva — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:04:02 -0000

Scale, scale, scale. Is that one of this things for making belgian waffles??

Re: The Trouble With Death and Other Things I Don’t Want to Explain to My Toddler

EcoDiva — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 18:51:17 -0000

What a powerful experience for a 3 yr old. I remember attending my first funeral of my aunt at the age of 12 or so...and all my sister and I could do was cry harder than any other time in our lives and then look at each other and laugh uncontrollably. What intense emotions...I don't know what our relatives must have thought. But it made perfect sense to us.

The questions from my son have certainly gotten more complicated, but yes, he is a sweet old soul that see all and asks questions that make us stop and rethink the way we see the world. As long as we are age sensitive, we try to be direct and honest in our answers.

Re: The Trouble With Death and Other Things I Don’t Want to Explain to My Toddler

EcoDiva — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:22:09 -0000

Lovely. Absolutely lovely. And, yes, I'm crying too. Boy, 3 year old really bring out those questions and where or where do we get those answers. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story.

My 3 yr old as well has asked these questions since words came to him (Before the age of 1), and nature sure does provide opportunity to answer them.

Re: What do you do to make yourself present in the moment?

EcoDiva — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 12:38:27 -0000

I completely understand the morbid thoughts. I have always used this method to remind myself to be truly grateful and enjoy what is important. I wish your friend dealing with cancer courage and love. And the kids left behind...well, we can hope that they find a peace in their lives and are surrounded by so much love each day.

Re: What do you do to make yourself present in the moment?

EcoDiva — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 12:28:43 -0000

Getting down on the floor and playing with my son is my best trigger. Next, we throw on some rain boots and wander outside to hunt for slugs and bugs. He proudly created little stories about them and how we have to find the mommies and babies and daddies so they can all be together. Then we take a stick and go fishing for leaves, yellow ones are the salmon. This is my favorite moment and as real as any moment can be.

Re: Food For The Soul: Light, Fresh and Fast Food for Octogenarians

EcoDiva — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:49:05 -0000

Lucia...I don't know you, but I already love you. We must must share some wine some day.

Re: What would you do if you weren’t afraid

EcoDiva — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 14:55:56 -0000

Lori, This is one of my favorite things to do. Something that I've found that takes the pressure of is having fun with it. We have nights where each of us brings a favorite dish and we each make sure we choose salad, main, desserts etc. But if there end up being more than one dessert...oh well ;-). Seriously, this is a great way to connect and everyone feels like they are a part of the evening in their own unique way, even if it's just bringing a great bottle of wine. This is a great way to have an amazing meal without spending mula.

Re: Jonathan Fields on living your dream, lightening up, and perfect thin crust pizza

EcoDiva — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:43:01 -0000

Amazing interview. I love the thought "Just because something hasn't been done, doesn't mean in can't be done." Truly, people's opinions are about themselves. This is an idea that shows up quite a bit when you are doing something scary, new and innovative.

Can't wait to read your book!

Re: What would you do if you weren’t afraid

EcoDiva — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:59:40 -0000

That is just what I mean by ROAR from my most authentic self....now LET"S DO IT!!!!

Re: What would you do if you weren’t afraid

EcoDiva — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 13:12:48 -0000

ROARRRRRR quietly, calmly ROAR from my inner most authentic place of intuition and knowing.

Re: My Kind of Green: Vegan Style With Crystalyn Kae

EcoDiva — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:51:29 -0000

Thanks Michelle. This is a wonderful resource. There are some incredible vegan boots for the winter that can compete with any leather alternative. It certainly is getting easier to go green in style.

Check out some of my upcoming posts, I will be listing more fabulous eco shopping resources that are worth checking out.

p.s. I SO entered the contest...can you imagine, free shoes EVERY MONTH.

Re: What’s the best gift you’ve ever received?

EcoDiva — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:18:02 -0000

Gifts from my nieces and nephew always hold a special place in my heart. AND the day of bliss at an amazing spa that my then boyfriend, now husband got for my 25th. That's the way to become transition from a boyfriend to a husband ;-).

Re: What’s the best gift you’ve ever received?

EcoDiva — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:16:49 -0000

Thank you for this post. I was 3,000 miles away when my dad passed. I just imagine this very sad moment....your words can give my memory a new story...one of a moment of peace and transition vs loss.

Thank you

Re: Self Help Junkie: Confessions of a Serial Seeker

EcoDiva — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:09:51 -0000

Self help, self discovery, buddhism, yoga, joy, bliss, relationships, beauty, creativity, bliss....I'm just looking at my latest stack of books....LOL....I am so proud to be among this lovely, unperfect and loving it brilliant group of women.

Re: Dinosaurs In The Garden Of Eden: Teaching Your Child Respect For The Environment

EcoDiva — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:13:30 -0000

What a lovely story. Great reminder to look for the magic in small places and in small faces...

Re: Give ‘Em A Break: Everyday Love and Assumptions

EcoDiva — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:39:28 -0000

You're right on Simon. There is a difference between standing up for your space on earth and finding peace in knowing that other peoples actions are not about us.

Here's to recognizing and acting on the difference.

Re: My Kind of Green: Vegan Style With Crystalyn Kae

EcoDiva — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:48:53 -0000

Just wanted to add a post interview note: Crystalyn Kae's fall collection featured recycled leather, and tweed!! Crystalyn adds, "My fall collection is doing wonderful - lots of new materials have been added: recycled leather, and tweed - so my line isn't entirely glazed vegan fabric."

Re: Claiming Me

EcoDiva — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:41:15 -0000

Great piece. I think about this over the years as I shift and change with my life situation. It is a freedom to embrace every part of yourself and let it really sing.

Re: Eek-o-Friendly: Make this Halloween Green

EcoDiva — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:47:55 -0000

If you were at the Woodland Zoo, it sounds like you met Corey the author of Celebrate Green. Isn't it amazing how much kids LOVE the treasure treats?

I'd love to hear about any new habits your family embraces...

Re: Are You Green Enough to Go Gray? The dangers of hair dye and some natural alternatives

EcoDiva — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:55:56 -0000

A good way to go is to treat your hair regularly with deep conditioning. Mayonnaise, Yogurt Or Conditioner Base

Here's a great one I read on GreenLiving.Suite101.com:
Mayonnaise or yogurt can be used alone or you can add other ingredients to either conditioner base ingredient. If you do not want to either ingredient, you can dress up your current conditioner with natural ingredients. Mayonnaise and yogurt are acidic which will remove residue from hair.

You can add food pulps containing nutritious oils such as cantaloupe, mango, avocado, banana and squash. All of these foods have their own oils that will soften your hair. You can add a spoonful of vegetable oil to either the mayonnaise or yogurt base for a great conditioner. Your mixture of the day will prove to be a luxurious hair mask.

Re: You! On a Plate: 10 Steps to Becoming a Creative Cook

EcoDiva — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:23:03 -0000

This is great....we love making up names for new dishes I create. The only twist comes when I try to re-create it and it's never exactly the same. But maybe that is the beauty and excitement in eating at our table. It's always an adventure and the food is always plenty. Thanks to my russian mama, I can't NOT offer you a drink or food when you visit.

So...come on by ;)

Re: Give ‘Em A Break: Everyday Love and Assumptions

EcoDiva — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:20:02 -0000

I love this mantra. It makes my day much nicer, and easier to feel compassion for the other person's journey. Yes, sometimes that person cutting me off is just a butt head. Even so, I just don't know.

Another favorite is to remember that "this is NOT personal".