Happy New Year

Happy New Year, readers!  I hope you're having a lovely start to 2012!  My resolutions for this year include trying new things: uprooting old patterns, walking down new blocks, changing up my schedule, interacting with people in new ways.  Many folks resolve to change the way that they eat for the new year.  They go on cleanses, giving up meat, coffee, or sweets.  I certainly support anyone who wants to make a positive change for themselves, but remember to do it for the right reasons.  Don't do it to punish yourself for eating "badly" over the holidays, or to impress anyone (those hipster vegans are not that cool), or to feel a sense of control.  If you do it for these reasons, your new "diet" won't last.  But if you do it for yourself- as a way to nurture and care for your body and soul- then it is more likely to be a sustainable change.  Especially if you are mindful along the way.  If this is your first time trying a gluten free, or dairy free, or sugar free diet- then check out my guide to making this big change.  And stay tuned for some delicious new recipes in 2012!