water finds a way

water finds a way

down

following a salty siren song

that emanates from deep

within the fathomless womb

of whale bones

and rusted relics

while far up above

in the churning and crashing

water finds a way

to soften a blade-like shard

into an emerald green drop

that a child can hold

in the palm of his hand

water finds a way

down

seeping through layers

of silt

and sediment

and unresolved history

and buried, fallow mystery

down

to the roots that wait

parched and patient

without doubt

through each drought

holding the promise

of blossom and fruit

water finds a way

down

down

always down

down

and around

every granite boulder

every delusion

of blockage

finding a way

down

and around

with a grace and a yielding

I am on my knees

to understand

water finds a way

from salt to salt

osmosis tears

I sob the sobs of an infant

curled now in her soft, sandy cradle

her shhhh to me

her constancy

pacifies me

in this pacific

I am bathed

in the ions and eons

of rhythmic pounding

that soften my jagged edge

and bathe my wounds

in a stinging baptism

water finds a way

willow wands crossing

it is here I must dig

it is here

This winter bath ritual uses magnesium salts, calming essential oils, and total darkness to soothe the nervous system and support deep relaxation. Learn how to create a restorative, yin-centered self-care practice perfect for the cold, inward season.

Warm, bright, and deeply soothing, ginger-lemon tea is my go-to ritual for winter wellness. This simple, uplifting blend supports digestion, boosts immunity, and brings a little sunshine to even the coldest days. In this post, I share my favorite way to make this healing tea, why it’s perfect for winter, and how this cozy ritual can warm your body, calm your mind, and brighten your spirit from the inside out.

Winter is the time to tend to our vitality- that spark of Yang fire energy within us- by preserving it, and thus not letting it burn out.  In other words, by not burning the candle at both ends, which may mean simplifying our holiday to do list. In winter we revitalize deeply, and we do this by allowing ourselves to have a sacred pause.  A long winter's nap.  A curling up in the cave, like the bear.  Would a bear be as powerful an animal as it is if it did not hibernate? 

Nature has always been my greatest teacher. In this reflection rooted in Chinese Medicine, I explore the healing medicine of the forest, the mountains, the river, and the sea—and how each helps us remember who we are, where we came from, and how to return to balance.

A meditation on autumn’s Metal element and the power of simplifying our homes, minds, and daily lives. This piece explores decluttering, meditation, and conscious living as pathways to clarity, inner stillness, and deeper appreciation during the fall season.

A reflection on impermanence, motherhood, and the wisdom of autumn. Through balloons, rollercoasters, and the life-changing decision to quit alcohol, this essay explores Chinese Medicine’s Metal element and the spiritual practice of letting go and creating space for clarity, healing, and renewal.

This summer quinoa salad combines protein-rich quinoa with a vibrant green sauce—basil pesto or Moroccan Chermoula—plus seasonal veggies, nuts, seeds, or feta. Light, nourishing, and perfect for warm days, it’s both delicious and supportive of your vitality according to Chinese Medicine principles.

Eggs are one of nature’s true superfoods. When sourced from pasture-raised hens, they offer essential nutrients like vitamins A and D, choline, omega-3s, and high-quality protein. In this post, we explore why pasture-raised eggs are nutritionally superior, how industrial foods contribute to modern inflammation, and two delicious, nutrient-dense recipes to support balanced energy and vibrant health.

As the spring equinox arrives, we enter the season of the Wood element—growth, vision, resilience, and the ability to bend with life without breaking. In Chinese Medicine, Wood teaches us how to stay rooted, aspire upward, nourish the liver, and navigate change with clarity and purpose.

A lyrical exploration of winter’s Water element and its deep wisdom. This piece weaves poetry with Chinese Medicine teachings, inviting us to slow down, rest, simplify, and drop into the quiet, restorative depth of the season.

Support your immune system this autumn with three nourishing, warming recipes rooted in Chinese Medicine wisdom. Learn how seasonal foods like squash, kale, beef, turmeric, and ginger can strengthen your “Jade Screen,” boost vital nutrients, and comfort the body during colder months.