Posts by Linda Marsanico
A BLANKET OF SNOW AND A COUPLE OF THINGS…
I awoke on Saturday, to find a quiet, gentle blanket of snow over my neighborhood, Park Slope in Brooklyn! I felt joyful, reacting to a child within who delights in this first appearance of these cherished white flakes – a dusting of around an inch, according to my iPhone. Most of my holiday shopping is done…
Read MoreTAKE A BREATH
During this time of global uncertainty, I find that it’s helpful to monitor my stress levels. Breathing is one focus of attention. It is an essential part of being alive. We breathe in oxygen and let go of carbon dioxide. When we exhale, we help to maintain pH levels in the blood. When we breathe deeply and rhythmically, we engage…
Read MoreAre Birds Happier in Spring?
Pink/Lavender Tree – Prospect Park Photo by LMarsanico Spring has arrived in New York City, although at times, it’s felt like summer. I’m not complaining. The weather has softened from winter, the chill that did not wish to leave us. I wore my down coat until the end of April, and I must say it’s…
Read MoreSpring By Any Other Name is Still Spring -Revised from 2013
Photo by Spencer Davis on UnsplashMan using angle grinder I have always liked spring. Many people do… It arrives after the coldness of winter, bringing longer days and a brighter light. When we “spring forward” in time, changing our clocks one hour ahead, I am always amazed at how tired I feel for such a small shift.…
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