Daily Bloom Meditation........An Old Soul...Note From The Universe

"An old soul is always prepared
to admit they might be wrong,
especially when they're not."

I think.

Older than the moon,
The Universe

Love you. 

  Notes From The Universe

Daily Bloom Meditation........Blessed Are The Flexible

“Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be bent out of shape.”

Wishing You Well Today and Always

Bloom Weekly Book Review-Notes From The Universe

I originally picked up this book at a thrift store.  Now I use it in my everyday life whenever I need a little spiritual motivation!! I simply open to a page and then read from that specific page as if it were a message to me.  It is a reminder that there is something greater out there helping us along. Here is a page from the book so you can get an idea of how awesome it really is!

"If I told you there have been no mistakes,
that I understand every decision you've ever made,
and that the challenges you've faced, you've faced
for everyone, would you listen?

If I told you that what you dream of, I dream of for you,
that the only things "meant to be" are what you decide
upon, and that all that stands between you and the life
of your dreams are the thoughts you choose
to think, would you try to understand?

And if I told you that you are never alone,
that there are angels who sing your name in praise,
and that I couldn't possibly be any more proud of you
than I already am, would you believe me?

Would you? Even if I pulled your leg, made you blush,
and winked between the lines?

Then I shall...

The Universe
(from the Foreword of Book 1)

Wishing You Well Today And Always.

Daily Bloom Meditation........Are your roots deep?

"Like a tree, I must be deeply rooted and stand strong on my own beliefs so that I may finally have the freedom to be me"

The key to being rooted in who you are is taking the time to really get to know your true strengths and weaknesses. Remembering to appreciate when there is growth and acknowledging when there is still room for improvement.  Being deeply rooted in knowing who you are as a person will allow you the most strength and freedom at the end of the day.

What will deepen you roots today and give you strength?

Wishing You Well Today And Always.

Daily Bloom....Everyday Awakenings.

 "Let It Grow"

The best in you is ready to come out and reach for the sky! Don't block your best growth with bad habits and behaviors.  Let your best self be in full bloom today!!

Wishing You Well Today And Always.

Daily Guide to Instant Karma.......I am Awake

"Begin Each Day By Saying, "I am awake and grateful to be alive".

Gratitude creates increased health and well being when practiced frequently.  Increase your own well-being by remembering one thing that you are grateful for today. What is it?

Wishing You Well Today And Always.

Bodacious Basil Cream Sauce and Zucchini Pasta DInner.......

Bodacious Basil!!

Basil is not only delicious, but also an amazing herb when many beneficial qualities!

Did you know that Basil is a known anti-depressant and thought to be emotionally uplifting?

Basil can also be put into a steaming pot an inhaled to clear sinuses and head colds!!

So, while you are busy making a great dinner, you will also be reaping the additional mind, spirit and body benefits of the bodacious basil!!

Recipe:

One Fresh Medium Size Zucchini
A Handful of Fresh Basil (wash the dirt off first!)
2 Garlic Cloves
Dash of Olive Oil
Low Fat Organic Milk (or whatever you have)
Walnuts, a handfullish
A few pinches of Wheat Flour
One scoop of Butter/Margarine etc.
Parm Cheese

Get your wheat pasta started so it will be ready when the sauce is done...

I used my Magic Bullet to process the Basil, and Garlic but I am sure you can use a regular food processor. I added a dash of olive oil once the basil and garlic were pureed. 

Start heating up the walnuts in a sauce pan.

You can start warming up the tiny scoop of butter and add the few pinches of wheat flour to that, then pour in the milk and stir constantly.

Once it is warmed up, add as much parm cheese as you can stand. I like a lot!

You can add some of the sauce to the basil/garlic mixture and then reprocess it, once that is done add it all back into the sauce pan.

Dip the Zucchini in the sauce and saute them in their own pan with some additional walnuts.

Once they are cooked, pour the sauce on top of them, then add in your Wheat Pasta.......

 And Voila!! A Bodacious Basil Cream Sauce and Zucchini Pasta Dinner!!

I knew when I started making this that it would be awesome or a total flop.. It was shockingly delicious!!

Wishing You Well Today and Always.

Daily Guide to Instant Karma.....Spiritual side Vs. Material Side

"Let your spiritual side guide your material side....not the other way around"

Wishing You Well Today and Always.

Mind, Body, Berry Bread.....Strawberry season recipe...holistic health

Mind, Body, Berry Bread......Strawberry Season....

Sad But True.......

Did you know that strawberry season is only about 6 weeks long? Sad but true. And this year because of the unseasonably warm weather, it is even shorter.  

Brain Berries.....

Studies have shown that berries such as strawberries, blueberries and blackberries are highly protective to the brain! Not only are they delicious, but they also work as anti-oxidants, have anti-inflamatory properties and positively effect the part of the brain that helps to off-set stress!! For these reason, we love berries!!

While the berries are in season, it is a good idea to make as much as you can with them!! Try baking and freezing this bread recipe to enjoy later in the season for continued health and well being!!

Mind, Body, Berry Bread Recipe:

2 Farm Fresh Eggs

1/2 c. berry flavored apple sauce

1/4 c. coconut oil

3/4 c. Organic Brown Sugar 

1 tsp. Vanilla 

4 bananas

2 c. Locally grown and milled Organic Wheat Flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. cinnamon

2 c. Fresh, Local strawberries

1. c. blueberries

1 packet of Strawberries and cream instant Oatmeal (my not so secret ingredient)

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F . 
2. Use a non-stick Bread Pan.
3. With my Kitchen-Aid mixer (thanks Herbie and Carrie!), beat together the eggs, applesauce, oil, brown sugar, vanilla and bananas. Combine the flour, baking soda and cinnamon.
4.  Gently mix in the oatmeal
5. Stir in the strawberries and blueberries.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes in the preheated oven, cooking times may vary....keep an eye on it and bake until a fork comes out clean!!

Using Fresh, Local and organic ingredients benefits the body which will in turn benefit the mind and spirit.  Make this bread and enjoy the entire experience that it will bring into your day.  I hope that you will enjoy it and remember, til the season for mind, for body and for berry......

Wishing You Well Today And Always.

This recipe was adapted from a recipe on allrecipes.com.

Daily Guide to Instant Karma......."Lighten up"!

Ways to give yourself and others good energy right now......

 

"Lighten up on those closest to you"

  

Wishing you well today and Always.

Daily Guide to Instant Karma.....Ways to give yourself and others good energy right now...

"We don't have to forgive people if we don't judge them in the first place"

Crystal Blog...Healing Life Energy

Crystal Journey........

I have recently started as a guest blogger, sharing my knowledge of the Metaphysical properties of crystals.  For over ten years I  have been working with crystals and have learned a lot of amazing things over that time. I am always learning new ways to use the healing energy that comes from the ancient crystal world.  I have always shared the information I have on crystals via my jewelry designs. I find that this has been the best way to be reminded of the healing powers that are withing the stones.  By wearing them, we create a connection with the energy and promote healing within ourselves.  I am happy to be able to share what I have learned with you and hope that you will find the blog posts as exciting as I do!!

The Power of Lapis Lazuli:

http://tigerlilyholisticwellness.com/crystals-the-power-of-lapis-lazuli/

Amethyst for fighting Addictions:

http://tigerlilyholisticwellness.com/crystals-pure-loving-energy-of-amethyst/

Wishing You Well Today And Always....

Look for a new Crystal Blog post every Wednesday on the Tigerlily Website!

Sara Martine Designs Healing Jewelry :

http://www.etsy.com/shop/SaraMartineDesigns?ref=pr_shop_more

Fight off Sunburn with Grilled Broccoli.........Holistic Health

Amazingly Healthy....

Broccoli is not only delicious, but also an amazing tool in caring for your overall health.  It is known for many of its health benefits including boosting the immune system and fighting off cancer.  

Beach and then Broccoli!

During the summer months, Broccoli is an excellent choice for grilling.  It has a  high concentration of sulforaphane which helps to boost the liver and skin's detoxification abilities. It also helps the skin to repair damages from over-exposure to the sun's harmful UV rays.

The Warm weather is upon us and I always have trouble figuring out a healthy side to go with all of my other BBQ delights! I love to be able to throw some veggies on a skewer and grill them up! This is a twist on a grilled broccoli recipe that is light, healthy and delicious!

Grilled Broccoli with EVOO and Lemon:

I use an entire head of broccoli and break it up into large chunks.  The bigger the pieces, the easier they are to skewer.

 

Next, Mix together a cup of Evoo, juice from 2 lemons and some salt and pepper.......

 

Skewer the broccoli so they are ready to dip and grill...... Drizzle or dip the skewered broccoli into the mixture, but be sure to save some to add when you are done grilling .....

 

I prepare them early and they put them in a bag in the fridge until I am ready to grill them.....Once you are ready, just lay them on the grill for a few minutes.....you will see they are done when they start to get crispy and brown on the edges.....

 

Finally, I add some fresh Parmesan cheese and the leftover oil/lemon mixture..........Delicious!!

 

Wishing You Well Today and Always.