The relentless pursuit of health through nature and science
by Danielle
“These are edible too,” I say, moving forward and touching the feathery leaf of a paprika colored flower, “It’s called Yarrow – I’ve heard of people using the petals like a natural type of confetti in birthday cake and such. It’s a really impressive plant, actually, it can be dried and grou-,” the woman I’m …
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by Danielle
Nutritional information is ever ready, waiting for you to type the right questions – maybe even constantly in your face. That’s why I’m so surprised when I still hear people talking about skipping breakfast like it’s some kind of miracle cure for their health. Stop skipping breakfast. It really is the most important meal of …
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by Danielle
“Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.”– Albert Einstein “You’re so tiny!” she exclaims. “I know, look at how small,” he says, “You are so skinny!” I cringe, forcing an obligatory smile and a, “Yeah thanks,” before leaving the room. I look down at my arms and flex them, I place my …
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by Danielle
“What we find in a soulmate is not something wild to tame, but something wild to run with.” – Robert Brault I believe that soulmates come in all forms, and that no one person is limited to one. I believe in souls that are meant to cross paths, or care for each other, or teach …
Continue reading “Charlie: A Dog’s Life”
by Danielle
He’s limping. I shake my head as if to dissuade a fly, and crush the panic building in my chest. He’s not limping. I shift my pack on my shoulders and we carry on, my attention acutely focused on his gait. It is hard for me to differentiate his normal goofy stride from something I …
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