How and Why I Learned to Breathe: Updated Feb 2022

There is more to breathing than meets the eye. While it’s an unconscious function, and something we don’t “have” to think about, there is a lot of benefit to bringing focused attention to our breath. Soon after leaving our home in 2009 we were advised by psychologist Dr. Robert Crago to learn how to breathe….

Paleo Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Your family will love these Paleo lemon blueberry muffins for breakfast or an afternoon snack! Combine almond flour, butter, and blueberries for a delicious grain-free treat! Paleo Lemon Blueberry Muffins You’ll need 2 1/2 cups of your favorite flour alternative. I use a combination of almond flour, blanched almond flour, tiger nut flour, and flax…

Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer?
Do cell phones cause cancer? The question is highly debated, especially since the release of a government report. Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer? The report from the The National Toxicology Program (NTP), released on May 26, 2016 (draft reports released February 1, 2018) shows statistically significant increases in cancer among rats. The government agency’s release…

How to Maintain a Sustainable Lawn
Do you feel enslaved by your lawn? Concerned about the safety of chemicals used to maintain it? Wondering if there are safer solutions? Consider these suggestions for the maintenance of a sustainable lawn. The Cost of the Modern Lawn Lawns are a relatively recent phenomenon, dating back to the post-Civil War era when people slowly…

What I Wish I Had Known About Tylenol
Acetaminophen is the most common drug ingredient in America. You’ll find it in more than 600 over-the-counter and prescription medications. Research suggests this popular analgesic may come with a price to our health. Find out what I wish I had known about Tylenol. When my kids were young, doctors prescribed Tylenol readily, encouraging us to…

DIY Standing Desk
Looking to try a standing desk without a big investment? Try this DIY standing desk for less than $50! I transitioned to a standing desk in 2014 and have never looked back. I’m far more efficient and productive. (See Is a Standing Desk For You?) My adult son Ryan recently switched to a standing desk, creating this…

How to Choose Safe Cookware
Safe cookware is foundational to a healthy kitchen. But how do I know which types are truly safe? How to Choose Safe Cookware From Teflon to stainless steel to cast iron—the choices can be confusing. Here is a brief overview of the three basic categories of cookware. Reactive Cookware This type of cookware is the…





