Byte Sized Blessings

Kyleigh's story is nothing short of extraordinary. And when I first entertained the notion of having her on the podcast it was really for her unique journey from Mormon missionary to being kicked out; then getting married to a woman and then only a few short years later getting married to a man! I thought, I need to know more! People's choices and their journeys in life have always enchanted me...especially when they've landed in such a positive and gorgeous place as Kyleigh has. But it's her miracle this week that had the both of us choking up-powerful, frustrating and terrifying...it has a happy ending! As for me, I hope you enjoy the stories she tells and her joyful way of being! We need more cheerleaders and messengers of hope in this world...with Kyleigh leading the way!

To check out what this fab human is doing, why, here's her website!

And to read the book "The Untethered Soul," click here. It's always a good thing to get book recs from people we admire in this world, AND, I think this book is a must read for most of us-we need the reminder that our thoughts are powerful and can change realities!

To check out my shiny guests on my YouTube channel, click here.

And my website, here.

Your bit of beauty? Well, it's far, far away from this planet we call Earth! I'm a bit of a nerd so when I remembered this video of what a black hole sounds like, I thought, this is it!! I mean, we should all remember that black holes are real and complicated...and keeping this universe in motion! I'm all about finding and sharing esoteric information...so here you are!

Kyleigh's story is nothing short of extraordinary. And when I first entertained the notion of having her on the podcast it was really for her unique journey from Mormon missionary to being kicked out; then getting married to a woman and then only a few short years later getting married to a man! I thought, I need to know more! People's choices and their journeys in life have always enchanted me...especially when they've landed in such a positive and gorgeous place as Kyleigh has. But it's her miracle this week that had the both of us choking up-powerful, frustrating and terrifying...it has a happy ending! As for me, I hope you enjoy the stories she tells and her joyful way of being! We need more cheerleaders and messengers of hope in this world...with Kyleigh leading the way!

To check out what this fab human is doing, why, here's her website!

And to read the book "The Untethered Soul," click here. It's always a good thing to get book recs from people we admire in this world, AND, I think this book is a must read for most of us-we need the reminder that our thoughts are powerful and can change realities!

To check out my shiny guests on my YouTube channel, click here.

And my website, here.

Your bit of beauty? Well, it's far, far away from this planet we call Earth! I'm a bit of a nerd so when I remembered this video of what a black hole sounds like, I thought, this is it!! I mean, we should all remember that black holes are real and complicated...and keeping this universe in motion! I'm all about finding and sharing esoteric information...so here you are!

Clementine Moss is a super deluxe fab human being you all-and it's not only because she's a hard rock drummer, who founded the Zeppelin tribute band ZEPPARELLA (what a dreamy badass, no?) or that she just decided one day to become a musician IN HER 20'S!! Say what? But that decision has shaped her life today-as a founder of several other bands, a touring musician having adventures on the road and an all around thoughtful and dynamic human being. (and fun human being!! did I mention that she is SUPER FUN??) She is an author as well as depth hypnosis practitioner and somehow has made all of it fit together (and we talk about how to do that in this episode!)

She's also had a few magical experiences in her life (I mean, besides just deciding to become a talented drummer later in life, that is a miracle in itself! I def could not do that!) which she shares in this episode! To read a bit more about this dreamy human click here for her website. And for her book? Click here!

Thanks to all of you who listen, and who rate and review. DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE THE LOVE OF THIS POD EVERYWHERE! XO

Your bit of beauty? this incredible rendition of one of my fav's of Led Zeppelin- "Kashmir" on YouTube...with the glorious Clem on drums!! Sigh...so very groovy!

Clementine Moss is a super deluxe fab human being you all-and it's not only because she's a hard rock drummer, who founded the Zeppelin tribute band ZEPPARELLA (what a dreamy badass, no?) or that she just decided one day to become a musician IN HER 20'S!! Say what? But that decision has shaped her life today-as a founder of several other bands, a touring musician having adventures on the road and an all around thoughtful and dynamic human being. (and fun human being!! did I mention that she is SUPER FUN??) She is an author as well as depth hypnosis practitioner and somehow has made all of it fit together (and we talk about how to do that in this episode!)

She's also had a few magical experiences in her life (I mean, besides just deciding to become a talented drummer later in life, that is a miracle in itself! I def could not do that!) which she shares in this episode! To read a bit more about this dreamy human click here for her website. And for her book? Click here!

Thanks to all of you who listen, and who rate and review. DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE THE LOVE OF THIS POD EVERYWHERE! XO

Your bit of beauty? this incredible rendition of one of my fav's of Led Zeppelin- "Kashmir" on YouTube...with the glorious Clem on drums!! Sigh...so very groovy!

What a gift and a blessing it was to sit by Judy's side, (at least that what it felt like during our Zoom interview) and have a conversation with this grace-filled creative! To say that she is a storyteller would be the understatement of the century...and there was SO MUCH GOODNESS in our conversation that this episode is longer than most-but I figure you won't mind because the SWEETNESS and COZINESS that Judy brings is worth every second of your day! (and mine, obvs). DON'T MISS THE EASTER EGG AT THE END OF THE EPISODE-WE DISCUSS MORE WONDERFULNESS THERE!!

Judy is so many things, like all of us, right? But it is her art and her artist's life that we focus on...(don't even get me started that she studied with the famous painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir's grandson, as well as famous director Jean Renoir's son!!) Her work emerges through many different mediums, and each evokes deep emotion. To read up a bit more about this incredible human and the BEAUTY she is bringing into the world, head on over to her website here. Truth be told I had to be urged to reach out to Judy to be on the show-she simply gobsmacked me when I took her class, and so had to be prompted to have the guts! Thanks Barb! ;-)

THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR LISTENING TO THE PODCAST!

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Your bit of beauty this week? This excerpt from the film Judy refers to in the interview, "Fiddler on the Roof!" I dare you to not get up and dance!!

See you next week for the very next episode of the pod! Until then, make sure to slide into this favorite season of mine, fall, with all the gentleness and sweetness autumn provides!

What a gift and a blessing it was to sit by Judy's side, (at least that what it felt like during our Zoom interview) and have a conversation with this grace-filled creative! To say that she is a storyteller would be the understatement of the century...and there was SO MUCH GOODNESS in our conversation that this byte-sized episode is longer than most-but I figure you won't mind because the SWEETNESS and COZINESS that Judy brings is worth every second of your day! (and mine, obvs).

Judy is so many things, like all of us, right? But it is her art and her artist's life that we focus on...(don't even get me started that she studied with the famous painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir's grandson, as well as famous director Jean Renoir's son!!) Her work emerges through many different mediums, and each evokes deep emotion. To read up a bit more about this incredible human and the BEAUTY she is bringing into the world, head on over to her website here. Truth be told I had to be urged to reach out to Judy to be on the show-she simply gobsmacked me when I took her class, and so had to be prompted to have the guts! Thanks Barb! ;-)

THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR LISTENING TO THE PODCAST!

Please do consider writing a review or leaving a little rating! Those ratings and reviews are ever so important for small creators like moi!

Your bit of beauty this week? This excerpt from the film Judy refers to in the interview, "Fiddler on the Roof!" I dare you to not get up and dance!!

See you next week for the very next episode of the pod! Until then, make sure to slide into this favorite season of mine, fall, with all the gentleness and sweetness autumn provides!

I am so excited to introduce you to my guest this UNBELIEVABLE 200TH EPISODE- Dr. Lewis Mehl-Madrona (who, let's face it, was on my GET list for like, forever! and finally the fates intervened and we connected and made some magic with this episode!) who talks about healing, both Western but oh so many other possibilities you all... (sweat lodges anyone? healing circles? visualization? meditation? and too many others to mention) and also discusses the loss of the Native American Medicine Man, and the loss of knowledge that is happening along with the disappearance of these extraordinary human beings.

Spirits are REAL in Dr. Mehl-Madrona's world (in mine too, babies!) and potent, and just waiting to begin relationship with us, to help us co-create a world and a reality in which everything is sacred. I hope our talk heals your hearts and opens you to the possibility that SO MUCH MORE IS POSSIBLE IN THIS WORLD THAN WE HAVE BEEN LED TO BELIEVE!!  I for one, would rather wake up everyday and understand that I am simply one small part of a vast cosmic dance that eternally is reaching for gorgeousness! Living in a reality that believes in us, in our capacity for goodness and beauty...well, that's the world I want to live in!

Please do check out my wonderful guest, Dr. Mehl-Madrona's website here. And buy his books everyone!! Here!

Please do share this podcast far and wide everyone...and share the love! THANK YOU AGAIN TO ALL OF YOU WHO LISTEN! You make this project possible!

Your bit of beauty? this video with another Native American, Vernon Foster, who discusses "the methods we can use to integrate healing ceremonies into our everyday lives and how to deal with negative emotions in a way that leads to permanent change." Sound familiar? Hmmm...maybe there is something to all of this really. ;-) xoxo 

Elizabeth Makepeace self describes as an "Intuitive Warrior," but the path to this title was not a smooth one. Full of doubts as well as fears, Elizabeth tells the story of her life, her struggles, addictions and losses...and how it has all led to where she is today. She is unapologetic in reminding us that we are all one, and that even the Devil has his place in our World. (Hint, it's not what you think AT ALL and the answer will surprise and maybe delight you!) She is an excellent example of someone who has traveled through the FIRE and come out on the other end with wisdom for everyone. To find out more about this wonderful human, click here.

Do not forget to check out the NEW YOUTUBE channel here! It's been so fun getting it out into the world...so please do wander on over for a gander at what I've been creating!

Don't forget to subscribe to the PODCAST and rate and review if you like what I'm doing!

Your bit of beauty this episode? I LOVE new words and this Instagram handle covers so much that is so beautiful around words I SIMPLY MUST KNOW! Here is one example here! Revel in it's beauty and revel in the fact that another human has created this! This world and all it's wonders will astound you, if only you take the time to open your eyes!

Elizabeth Makepeace self describes as an "Intuitive Warrior," but the path to this title was not a smooth one. Full of doubts as well as fears, Elizabeth tells the story of her life, her struggles, addictions and losses...and how it has all led to where she is today. She is unapologetic in reminding us that we are all one, and that even the Devil has his place in our World. (Hint, it's not what you think AT ALL and the answer will surprise and maybe delight you!) She is an excellent example of someone who has traveled through the FIRE and come out on the other end with wisdom for everyone. To find out more about this wonderful human, click here.

Do not forget to check out the NEW YOUTUBE channel here! It's been so fun getting it out into the world...so please do wander on over for a gander at what I've been creating!

Don't forget to subscribe to the PODCAST and rate and review if you like what I'm doing!

Your bit of beauty this episode? I LOVE new words and this Instagram handle covers so much that is so beautiful around words I SIMPLY MUST KNOW! Here is one example here! Revel in it's beauty and revel in the fact that another human has created this! This world and all it's wonders will astound you, if only you take the time to open your eyes!

Please do note that this episode comes with a TRIGGER WARNING for discussions of childhood sexual abuse.

It is with pleasure that I introduce everyone to my guest this week, Karl Beckstrand! Karl is a wonderfully complex human (like all of us) and we had a great discussion around ancestral stories, the stories we tell ourselves, and how stories shape this world. But it was his miracle story this week that got me ~ how, after a life shaped by his addiction to sex, Karl suddenly found the healing and the answers that he was looking for! (and guess what everyone...it was in the place that he least expected it!)

And I think that a lot of things are like this in this life-that we are eternally looking for answers...or any sort of help around the issues that we are muddling through, and sometimes, those answers are in places that we are not ready to go to yet! But always, they are always there, waiting for us! To check out Karl's groovy work and his books, click here.

I am ever SO GRATEFUL to all of you who listen to this podcast, and support me with sweet reviews and glorious texts telling me how much you love the pod! You'll never know how much those words mean to me.

Your bit of beauty this week comes from an astonishing video shot off of Australia! (I admit it, I am a little late to the party as this happened 9 months ago!) A whale was giving birth and sharks were gathering...suddenly, from EVERYWHERE, dolphins appeared, and helped defend the calf and mother from the sharks! It is truly a jaw-dropping sight to see! Watch it here!