Lifted By Light

07/01/2025

We ate with or eyes, mouth, and heart…

Wonderful omakase at

Served in a traditional Japanese zen environment. The attention to detail was amazing ~ even the torch is wrapped in bamboo so as not to disrupt the visual experience. Plating was stunning … Taste was layered, balanced, and delicious.

Memorable.

01/20/2025

Thank you Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.⁣
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'No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.'⁣
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Today, I am grateful for King's words. Kindness offers an infinite supply from source.

As I continue to move through my experiences, my understanding of his words is deepened.⁣
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12/13/2024

08/16/2021

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Be faithful to that which exists within yourself. ~André Gide⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Pondering this today.

07/13/2021

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Giving the body what it needs dinnertime. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Asparagus & Salmon ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Besides being yummy 🍴they both offer a whole lot of benefits. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The asparagus contains glutathione an antioxidant that helps with detoxification. Many nutrients like fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K. 😏More benefits. Weight loss, improved digestion, reduced blood pressure (BP). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Tip: Less can be more. Less cooking and seasoning. I wrap mine in foil with a drizzle of olive and s/p and throw it on the grill or in the oven for a few minutes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The Salmon is fantastic source of protein. It’s low in sodium and rich in omega-3 fatty acids (we have to get these though food or supplements). A lot of nutrients potassium thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6 and B12 and phosphorus, and selenium (helps with bone health and decreases thyroid antibodies in people with autoimmune thyroid disease) As a bonus, it loaded with astaxanthin to give skin elasticity and hydration from this inside out 🙂 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Tasty Tip: Keep the skin on. Marinade in a little sake and sea salt for about an hour. Cook skin side down and flip after skin crisps. Note--The recipe I use for is in the book. It comes out amazing every time.

07/12/2021

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Where I am... Anyone Identify?

07/12/2021

Letting go...

05/23/2021

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RECHARGING THE ROOT CHAKRA ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The ‘Root Chakra’ or ‘Muldhara’ is located at the base of the spine. Recharging this energy point is vital to fostering our ‘sense of belonging’ in this world, providing stability and our instinctual need for love and security. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I find connecting with the Mother Nature while doing a Root Chakra Mudra does wonders for this chakra. When possible, it allows us to reap the healing powers of the very soil that we are born from ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sit with your legs crossed in front of you and straighten your back (do the best you can with this). Now, touch your thumb to your index finger on both hands and rest your wrist on your knees. Recite the Root Chakra Mantra--LAM-- like you are singing. L A A A A M ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Repeat this several times and follow with an affirmation. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am here, I am home. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am secure and loved. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am protected and supported. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
My home is wherever I am. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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If you 'Like' this 'Follow' 🙏🏽 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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05/22/2021

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LETTING GO ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
In becoming better company to yourself you look for better company for yourself. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Type 'Yes' in the comments if you agree. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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05/18/2021

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INNER PEACE ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
'Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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05/17/2021

PARADISE OR PRISON? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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After spending over a year in this surreal experience I find mindself enjoying alone time more than I ever have. Leaving the phone inside instead of slipping it into my back or side pocket --eliminating the chance of that inevitable missed call. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Today, I find peace in this quite after going through bouts of loneliness and feeling isolated... As we move towards getting back together I look ahead to seeing --and sharing--smiles and greetings that include a warm embrace. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The rainy season really does bring wealth. For sure, this quiet has helped me get in better touch with who I am... ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So, back to the original question :-) Does this call to mind solitude or solitary confinement? Let me know how this hits you in the comments. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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