In October, I realized my cats had fleas. This was a shocking development — Bubba Lee Kinsey and Phoenix live indoors, and in 13 years, they’ve never had fleas before. I started to worry when I noticed them scratching and grooming themselves more than usual. My suspicion was confirmed when an examination of Phoenix’s pure …
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When I was training to become a certified yoga teacher, we studied and practiced meditation. I had never paid attention to this practice before, but it is a regular part of my life now. Meditation comes in many forms and styles, and it can be as simple as you need it to be. It’s now …
The holiday season brings a wealth of traditions, old and new, that draw families together and allow us to celebrate making it through another year. Here’s one you might not be aware of: The U.S. Department of Agriculture recognizes December as Tropical Fruits Month. Did you receive a basket of exotic fruit during the holidays, …
Ah, the New Year’s resolution: the way we start our year with good intentions. I’m proud to say that I already accomplished my New Year’s resolution — never mind that it was "write ‘2015’ on my January rent check" — so I’m batting 1,000 for this year. But my cats’ goals are a bit more …
Did Your Cats Make New Year’s Resolutions? Mine Did! Read More »
I’m almost living the dream. Well, my dream. My tiny dream. While some people dream about mansions or penthouses, I dream of wee little homes on wheels with snug lofts and crannies. I don’t quite have my wheeled house of dreams yet, but in moving to Japan I got pretty darn close. My apartment is …
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