For the next 10 weeks, I am looking at the Yogic Yamas and Niyamas, which are translated as abstinances (5 Yamas) and observances (5 Niyamas). Outlined by Patanjoli in The Yoga Sutras, the Yamas “are more properly understood as preparations […] Read more »

Use the cotton bulk bags to purchase the necessary ingredients for the quinoa recipe below. Shop for Earth food with Earth bags, and enjoy the flavors and satisfaction of food created by You! Thanks Natasha and Laura! Read more »

1 cup quinoa1 3/4 cup water1/3 cup slivered almonds, or pine nuts1/2 t salt1 bay leafCinnamon stick, 1″ length1/2 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins) Rinse the quinoa well under running water. Set aside. Lightly toast the nuts in a medium […] Read more »

mothering Mother in Daily Life  Green Living Bites ~The 3 R’s just grew! Reduce, Reuse and Recycle have been around for awhile. New to the group, and the acclaimed new leader is “Refuse”! Take the single use plastic “refusal” commitment […] Read more »

“Take care of your body. In the same way that your car needs regular maintenance and care, so does your body. Within your body, there’s every machine. Your legs are your automobile: your eyes are your camera; your voice is […] Read more »

Change of anything in life takes effort. Eating takes extra effort because we eat so frequently and therefore it involves more energy to get out of the rut. Yes, a rut that we slip into 3 times a day. To […] Read more »

I realize that the last recipe also had tofu! It is a light protein for the warmer months and I guess that is why I am drawn to it right now! This spread is wonderful with salad, or cooked vegetables, […] Read more »