Diary

Watch this short video from Kathmandu featuring our lady knitters and the story of courage and strength in the face of devastation.

Why use henna for your hair? Simply put, henna is a naturally derived dye that does not contain harsh chemicals. Whereas chemical dyes open up the hair cuticle to deposit color, henna stains the outside of the hair and will fade over time, anywhere from one to four months depending on how often you wash your hair.

We attended a talk recently by Feng Shui expert Deborah Kagan who illuminated some simple remedies we can take around the house.

Have you ever just wanted to get out of the city and be totally off the grid for a couple days or longer? Spending time in nature and simplifying your surroundings is healing and reenergizing for the soul. There's also something uniquely American about hitting the open road for lands unknown and roughing it out on the frontier. 

Moms do so much for us and figuring out a unique gift we can give to show our love and appreciation can be difficult. What do moms really want (other than for us to be happy and healthy)?

Hitting the slopes for the first time and not sure what to pack? Here's a check list of clothes and accessories to bring along to make sure you look as fresh as that powder on and off the slopes.

Right now (as of March), Death Valley is alive with a "super bloom," a vibrant floral explosion that has colored the otherwise tan terrain with yellow flowers. Such an occasion happens only once every ten or twenty years when increased rainfall breathes life into the dry soil. 

Modern yoga taught in studios and gyms today is far removed from its origins as a guru-disciple practice in India. Nowadays, teachers with minimal qualifications are often leading large classes with a blend of new-age spirituality and aerobics that is often hit or miss.

If you're looking for a healthy (and gluten-free) alternative to the typical pancake recipe - or are even just lazy and want to whip up some flapjacks in under 5 minutes with just basic ingredients, this is for you!