Monthly Archives: August 2013

The Power of Presence

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Eileen

I have never been much for meditating. Sitting still is about as easy for me as a kitten resisting a wriggling piece of twine.  My foot twitches, my face itches, my legs fall asleep in lotus position, and breathing feels … Continue reading →

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It’s Never Too Late…

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Eileen

When I was growing up, my father was very busy traveling for his work at the Chase Manhattan Bank. He never attended any of my school plays and missed my high school and college graduations. I understood why he couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Loving the Little One inside Ourselves

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Eileen

When I was growing up I did not have much modeling for how to take care of myself. I was very outward focused, as you see in this picture of me at age three.  My concern for others was reinforced … Continue reading →

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Clearing Space

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Eileen

The branches on the “Muscle” tree (or Ironwood) in front of my house had all but obstructed visibility to the front door. I like privacy, but it had gone too far. I got out my tree saw and went to … Continue reading →

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