Holistic Living
Autumn leaves fall where they may. May leaves come forth with no planning. Planning gets in the way of our soul's creation. Creation was not meant to be right or wrong. Wrong places, wrong plans are only in my thoughts. Thoughts of goodness and beauty are true to my heart at this time. Time is a moment to remind me of the perfection when plans fall where they may. … [Read more...]
My own journey, like so many others, was forged through a myriad of obstacles, the largest of which was dealing with a mental illness. I was diagnosed 20 years ago with Bipolar Disorder. I am not unique with a mental disorder, as current statistics by the National Institute of Mental Health state that in any given year, one in four adults are stricken. One in 17 adults suffers from serious mental illness. In addition, mental illness is the leading cause of disability in the United States and … [Read more...]
In my career as a dog trainer, I often have clients come to me at their wits end with behavioral problems their companion animals are exhibiting that are a disruption to their home life and, in some cases, potentially dangerous. After each session with my clients, I find myself becoming more deeply grounded and peaceful and sharing this work has become an integral part of my career and life. My tool kit for working with companion animals does not include shock collars, prong collars or a lot of … [Read more...]
When people find out that I am a professional pet sitter, they usually have one of three reactions: Their eyes roll back; they giggle; and then the usual words are: "Can someone really make enough money to live on doing that." I am really not much into conflict, but I want it read right here that pet sitting and dog walking and dog training and everything else I do with animals is a means to my very selfish wants. I have found what makes me happy, and that is being of service to people and … [Read more...]
Lessons from the Universe are always present, and finding the stillness within us can allow those lessons to be comprehended. As we all have found, the lessons come quietly, but at times the lessons are as loud as a rushing waterfall. My first lesson from the Universe came to me at the age of 6. My Shetland pony, Trixie was enjoying her oats. I decided to get on her back and enjoy that moment with her. I had no bridle or halter, but I easily stepped on the fence and sat on her back as I had … [Read more...]
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