Spring Fling Things
In many ways, springtime is really the beginning of the new year. It’s when everything in nature wakes up. The earth begins to warm, animals emerge from their winter dens and we get the urge to open the windows and doors to let the fresh air flow through. Spring is a time for activity, for planting seeds, both in the garden for nourishment throughout the year and in our life plan to sustain our happiness and well being.
More powerful than any other time of year for setting intentions, the expansive, almost explosive yang energy of spring supports our desires and actions with nearly effortless forward momentum. Perhaps even more fitting than January 1st for setting resolutions is the Easter weekend - a time for renewal, rebirth, and reconnection. (more…)
Spring has turned up at the markets in the form of fresh, fleshy asparagus, crisp kale, dainty greens and baby broccoli. The spirit in nature right now calls for simplicity in cooking.
End of week 1 and you must be feeling pretty clean, green and lean. You must be sleeping better, and have more energy during the day. You must have lost a pound or two, or at least feel your jeans fitting better. And by now, you’re in a kitchen groove with grains and greens, market veggies, beans, herbs and fresh fruit.