Hi Evelyn!  He loved the training…makes me curious about the Women Within (think that’s what it’s called?!) weekend.  Not the right time for me currently, as I deal with health issues that make travel difficult.  Maybe in the future, though!  Have any of you attended this woman’s weekend?

Since you’ve talked with Martin, you probably know a bit about me!  I own an interior design firm (which I am transitioning out of…am currently training two wonderful young ladies to run the business). I am beginning a masters in holistic nutrition/doctor of naturopathy, and will be working as a part-time clinical assistant in an acupuncture office. 

And you?  Are there others in this online group yet?  I’d love to “meet” you!

Margaret, you just popped in!  Your comments highlight my struggle this holiday season.  My illness has caused (what we hope are) temporary food allergies.  A  LOT of them.  My diet is pretty much limited to meat and most veggies.  No grains, sugar/honey/maple, dairy, tomatoes, corn, fruit, etc.  I have probably a good year of this diet before I can reintroduce these foods, and Thanksgiving was my first holiday with these restrictions.  I’m trying to find ways to spend time with friends and loved ones that don’t revolve around meals, as I am very much grieving for the physical, mental, and social comfort that these holiday food traditions provide. (And watching the people around me eat these things, and having to smell them, is excruciatingly difficult and often brings me nearly to tears!)  I’m not having a great deal of success, and would welcome any suggestions!  (Even ideas to start new traditions that revolve around activities other than eating?)

I have found that one thing that helps me when I’m feeling the blues is to climb under my down comforter…the moment I do, my 2 Chihuahuas join me, and we have a snugglefest!  I also find that no matter where I am, simply closing my eyes and breathing deeply and remembering the blessings in my life brings on a real sense of peace.   

Warmly,

Hey Melissa,

How did your husband like the Warrior Training?  :)  How did I know
this?  I'm talking to Martin on the phone now.  Just to say "hello."
Can you see Amy's question for this month?  Let me know if you can't.

TTYS!

Evelyn Seabold
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