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Earth Day 2010~~ Advice from a Tree

Martha — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:15:52 +0000

In Honor of our blessed and beloved Mother Earth,

The advice rings true for every day not just Earth Day

( This was on a post card my sister in law found in an airport shop )

Dear Friend,

Stand Tall and Proud
Sink your roots deeply into the Earth
Reflect the light of your True Nature
Think long term
Go out on a limb

Remember your place among all living beings
Embrace with joy the changing seasons
For each yields its own abundance
The Energy and Birth of Spring
The Growth and Contentment of Summer
The Wisdom to let go like leaves in the Fall
The Rest and Quiet renewal of Winter

Feel the wind and the sun
And delight in their presence
Look up at the moon that shines down upon you
And the mystery of the stars at night
Seek nourishment from the good things in life
Simple pleasures
Earth, fresh air, light,

Be content with your own natural beauty
drink plenty of water
Let your limbs sway and dance in the breezes
Be flexible
Remember your roots
Enjoy the view!

By Ilan Shamir

HAPPY EARTH DAY 2010

Indian Lentil Pilaf

Martha — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:32:15 +0000

This is the perfect Ayurveda recipe for this time of year, balancing for all dosha types. Vata types can add more spices and seasoning to add more warmth, and this will allviate Kapha’s thendency for the heavy qualities of mucous in the form of sniffles, allergies, colds, and sinus troubles.

The lentils add a mild astringent quality to counter all the indulgent holiday sweets. Ginger garlic, and cilantro will aid in boosting your immune system should you imbibe in too much “cheer”.

Abundant Peace, Prosperity and Love for All in 2009!
Indian Lentil Pilaf
Serves 6

1 cup brown lentils, rinsed and sorted
2 Tbs. canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/3 cups)
2 large carrots, diced (about 2 cups)
1 cup basmati rice (I use brown basmati in winter)
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.)
1 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
1 1/2 tsp. garam masala
1 14.5-oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
cilantro for garnish, optional
Ginger and garam masala, a traditional Indian spice blend,
give dish authentic flavor.
If you’re not a lentil lover,
try the recipe with 2 cups cooked chickpeas, but Vatas will need
to serve with a spoon of ghee.

Directions
1. Bring lentils and 4 cups water to a boil in large pot or Dutch oven.
Reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes, or until lentils are firm-tender.

Drain, reserving 3/4 cup cooking water, and transfer lentils to bowl. I use more water when making with brown basmati rice.

2. Wipe out pot; heat oil over medium high.
Sauté onion in oil 4 minutes, or until just golden.
Add carrots and rice, and cook 3 minutes, or until rice is
toasted and fragrant, stirring constantly.
Add garlic, ginger and garam masala, and cook 1 minute more. (Vata and Kapha types can add more garlic).

3. Stir in tomatoes, broth, reserved lentil cooking water and lentils,
and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low,
and cook 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, cover, and let
stand 5 minutes.

Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve hot.

Spiritual Health / Natural Health…..a Prayer for my Country

Martha — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:46:00 +0000

As the “Natural Health Maven” , I can only do what feels most conducive to health and healing on any given day and encourage, support and empower others I come in contact with.

The best way I know to do this is to hold a higher vision in the present moment. Here is what I do to keep the stress from permeating my life and maintain a grounded, centered presence when the media and politics try to threaten my highest good.

Each morning I include this affirmation/prayer in my meditation. Each day just seems to get better and better. More abundance, health and energy come my way. Now isn’t that naturally better for our health than buying into fear and distress?

Believing in the Divine destiny of the United States of America and in the preservation of liberty, security, and self expression for all, I offer this prayer for my country.

” I know that Divine Intelligence governs the destiny of the United States, directing the thought and the activity of all who guide it’s affairs.

I know that success, prosperity, and happiness are the gifts of freedom and are the divine heritage of everyone in this country.

I know that success, prosperity, and happiness are now operating in the affairs of every individual in this country.

I know that Divine guidance enlightens the collective mind of the people in this country, causing it to know that economic security may come to all without the loss of either personal freedom or individual self expression.

I know that no one can believe or be led to believe that freedom must be surrendered in order to insure economic security for all.

The All-Knowing Mind contains the answer to every problem which confronts this country. I know that every leader in this country is now directed by this

All -Knowing Mind and has the knowledge of a complete solution to every problem. Each is compelled to act upon this knowledge to the end that abundance, security, and peace shall come to all. And I know that this spiritual democracy shall endure, guaranteeing to everyone in this country personal liberty, happiness, and self expression.”

Ernest Holmes