It’s ironic to me that yesterday’s post about meditation and mindfulness included more typos than any other post I’ve published in months. I’ve since gone back and improved upon it without beating myself up. I think I was sleepy and a little bit lazy about proofreading. This morning, we arrived at a school for two …

One of the things I have noticed teaching stress reduction is the confusion between meditation and mindfulness. Though related, these two are not the same thing, Most people know what meditation is, particularly the form where one is seated and concentrating on the breath or a mantra. There are other kinds, but they are all …

I grew up with five spices: salt, pepper, paprika, cinnamon and dill weed. I have been using these five spices almost exclusively for fifty years. Given those limitations, I have been the principal food shopper and cook for our family for the last thirty years. During that time, it has occurred to me that that …

Last night’s celebration of John Lennon was a successful evening for artists, audience, and crew. The honoree, Graham Nash, was joined by many talented headliners and a seriously skilled backing band. Most importantly, it was warming to hear an enthusiastic audience singing Imagine, Teach Your Children, Merry Christmas (War is Over) and Give Peace a …

It’s 7:40 am and I’m on the train to New York City. For the third consecutive year, I’m working the Annual John Lennon Tribute running the slide show behind the performance. It’s my opportunity to be a backstage guy, make a little green and support the event. Unfortunately, this year’s Tribute is on Beth’s 60th …

I have a friend, Paul M., who always travels with food in his car. Typically, he carries salad fixins, hummus, nuts and other healthy snacks from Trader Joe’s market. Whenever we meet for an outdoor picnic or a lunch at my house, Paul brings his cooler of food to add to the meal. The man …

We are approaching the end of our time in La Fortuna. Tomorrow, we catch an early morning shuttle back to San Jose where Beth will receive the last bit of dentistry that propelled us to visit Costa Rica. Then, it’s back to New York. In his wonderful book, “Travels with Charley,” John Steinbeck writes about …

I have a confession: I am an overeater with a passion for sugary treats, bread and pasta. I’ve been this way since I was a boy enjoying too many cookies, too big a sandwich and a full plate (or two) of spaghetti – just like my dad. Lately, though, I’ve acknowledged that what triggers my …

This was our best day, so far! After Beth’s two yoga classes (both of which featured a rooster crowing and a hummingbird flitting around), we enjoyed a homemade brunch and did a bit of work prior to the day’s activity – a hike in the rainforest. This was followed by a soak in a hot …