Not the bursting urgency of early spring, but something softer… steadier. The earth is no longer rushing to awaken—it is settling into its aliveness. Growth continues, but it is no longer frantic. It is rooted. Intentional.
And this is your invitation too.
To pause.
Resist the subtle pressure to keep pushing, proving, producing. To step out of the rhythm of “what’s next” and gently return to what is here.
The sacred pause is not about stopping everything. It’s about being with your life as it is unfolding—without trying to rush it forward.
There is wisdom in pacing yourself. Intelligence in rest. Nourishment in presence.
You don’t need to earn your pause. You only need to allow it.
A Gentle Reflection
Where in your life are you moving too quickly to truly feel?
Where might you soften your pace—not because you have to, but because you can?
The sacred pause often reveals what constant motion hides:
fatigue you’ve been overriding
emotions waiting to be felt
quiet joy that only exists in stillness
Nothing here needs fixing.
Only noticing.
Mindful Practice: The 3-Minute Sacred Pause
This practice can be done anytime during your day.
1. Arrive Pause what you’re doing. Feel your body where you are—feet on the ground, back supported, breath moving.
2. Notice Without judgment, observe:
What am I feeling in my body?
What is present in my mind?
What emotion is here, if any?
Simply name it: “thinking”, “tension”, “tired”, “calm”.
3. Soften Take a slow breath in through the nose… and a longer exhale through the mouth.
Let your shoulders drop. Unclench your jaw. Allow yourself to be supported by this moment.
Stay here for a few breaths.
Then gently continue your day—from presence, not pressure.
Affirmation
I honor my pace. I trust the wisdom of rest. I am allowed to pause.
Nurture This Month
May is a beautiful time to care for yourself in simple, grounding ways:
Sit outside and feel the warmth of the sun without needing to do anything
Tend to a plant, a garden, or even a single flower
Drink something warm slowly, without distraction
Create small pockets of quiet in your day
Nurturing doesn’t have to be elaborate.
It just has to be intentional.
Optional: Essential Oil Support
If you enjoy essential oils, consider:
Lavender for calming the nervous system
Geranium for emotional balance and heart-centered awareness
Frankincense to deepen presence and grounding
Diffuse, inhale, or apply (safely diluted) as a reminder to slow down.
Closing Thought
You are not behind.
You are not too late to your life.
There is no prize for rushing through what was meant to be experienced.
May offers you something rare and powerful: a chance to live your life at the pace of your own breath.
Let that be enough.
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“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.” ? Roy T. Bennett
It is hard to believe just how fast this year has already flew by and here we are embarking on a new season. Mother Nature has been quite active this spring giving us many days of wind which feels like a lot of opportunities to lean into patience. As I write this I am watching the snow gently fall after enjoying a couple days of sunshine and 70 degrees. Oh, Colorado. She sure keeps us on our toes.
One day we are basking in the sun and the next we are shoveling snow. I recently read a passage in a book about how we interpret, and perhaps even how we have been trained or conditioned to view something that really is neutral. She uses the example of rain (or in Colorado’s case, snow) and how we might habitually complain about the gloom and doom of rain, when instead we could feel happiness that the flowers are being watered and rejoice in the sound and fresh fragrance. Rain is neutral, it is how we choose to view it. Another example is how we have been accustomed to dreading Mondays, when really it is a neutral and naturally occurring event. Rather than say, “ugh, its Monday”, try shifting your thinking to seeing a Monday as a whole new experience that you get to create a week of productivity, learning, joy, and love.
I love when I am called back to the simplicity of choice.
I encourage you to look at your thoughts and when a neutral event occurs (weather, Mondays, traffic), shift your immediate thought that is usually negative into an opportunity to create a beautiful new experience.
Ultimately we get to choose how we react, or respond to the events and experiences around us.
Throughout the last fifteen months, I sure have learned a lot about responding or reacting. Many of you know that I am once again facing hip surgery. This time to remove the implant due to infection and a possible adverse reaction to the metal material used in the implant. In the meantime, I will keep baking, creating and choosing everyday to find joy.
Finally, remember to honor the Mom’s and other lucky ones who have nurtured you. It is so important to acknowledge those who give so much love to others, and have one of the hardest (and most rewarding) job in the world. Also, don’t forget about the grandmothers out there–we are extra special people!
In health and gratitude,
Stacie
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Since I am still tempering myself back into a normal work/life balance, I have limited my classes. I do plan to offer more in the coming months, including a possible sourdough class! Enjoy these self-paced virtual programs that are fan favorites.
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To be a mom is to support in times of trouble and strife.
To be a mom is to know you can’t be perfect all the time.
To be a mom is a having a mountain every day to climb.
To be a mom is to nurse, to protect, to nurture.
To be a mom is knowing your words will hold, even on your departure.
To be a mom can be hard, can be painful.
To be a mom can be rewarding, can be joyful.
To be a mom is to say I love you, I care,
And whenever you need me, I’ll be there.
~Jenny Elvy
Thank You
So many of you have been so supportive of me over the years. I am so blessed that I can continue to share my passion and touch your life. It means a lot to me that you know that you are very important to me, and I am incredibly grateful that our paths have crossed. I believe that now more than ever, we need to recognize the people and meaningful connections that we all have.
As always, it is my hope that you stay healthy and happy in your mind, body and spirit.
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May, more than any other month of the year, wants us to feel most alive.
– Fennel Hudson
It is hard to believe just how fast this year has already flew by and here we are embarking on a new season. Spring is in full season and yet Mother Nature has been quite active this spring giving us many days of wind and learning to lean into patience. The seeds are planted in my garden and now I watch and wait. There is something so exciting knowing that there are little seeds in the soil coming to life and will soon produce some amazing things to eat.
In Colorado the weather can change often this time of year. I recently read a passage in a book about how we interpret, and perhaps even how we have been trained or conditioned to view something that really is neutral. She uses the example of rain (or in Colorado’s case, snow) and how we might habitually complain about the gloom and doom of rain, when instead we could feel happiness that the flowers are being watered and rejoice in the sound and fresh fragrance. Rain is neutral, it is how we choose to view it. Another example is how we have been accustomed to dreading Mondays, when really it is a neutral and naturally occurring event. Rather than say, “ugh, its Monday”, try shifting your thinking to seeing a Monday as a whole new experience that you get to create a week of productivity, learning, joy, and love.
I love when I am called back to the simplicity of choice. I encourage you to look at your thoughts and when a neutral event occurs (rain, Mondays, traffic), shift your immediate thought that is usually negative into an opportunity to create a beautiful new experience. Ultimately we get to choose how we react, or respond to the events and experiences around us.
This month I will be offering yoga classes that focus on the energy in the body, specifically the divine feminine energy. I also have some fun offerings in-person and online to deeper your understanding of yourself and how to live the healthiest life you can (mind, body, sprit). I am passionate about how we can learn to go back to nature for our health, how we choose to clean our spaces and a general sense of natural living. I would love to share with you! You can learn more about these things here.
And finally, remember to honor the Mom’s and other lucky ones who have nurtured you. It is so important to acknowledge those who give so much love to others, and have one of the hardest (and most rewarding) job in the world. And don’t forget about the grandmothers out there–we are extra special people!
