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Goddess Enabler – Alexes Monique
The divine is not something high above us. It is in heaven, it is in earth, it is inside us. ~ Morihei Ueshiba Muse: Alexes Monique
a-sassy-ins
A-sassy-in /ə-sassy-n/ noun – A slayer of style and influence for reasons altogether sassy. 😈 Presenting the Mehndi Collection pictured in a winter wonderland setting.
Gold Assuit Glamjamas
Sometimes you just gotta get dressed up and dance with yourself. While I must admit that I have rather enjoyed being a working-from-home bum, I
Heart Medicine
A Ladies Play Date in the Snow Sometimes you just gotta drive up to the mountains and meet your ladies for a day of play,
Reciprocity and a Way Forward as an Artist
As an artist that finds inspiration from the rich cultures of our global neighbors, I have been moved to dig deep and explore the question,
The Rustique Collection
Having always been attracted to rich textures and all-things antique I am pleased to present to you…The Rustique Collection. With many of my go-to suppliers
Zero Degrees Latitude
GETTING TO KNOW MELODIA THE ARTIST
I see Ecuador in Melodia. I’ve heard it said that art imitates life. I’ve also heard that life imitates art. Apparently, neither art nor life
LAUNDRY DAY WASHOUT
Itʼs a gloriously sunny Vilcabamba day in the middle of a long and rainy Spring, perfect for making the trek by horseback down the mountain
BEES GETTING BUSY
Stories for Melodia by Deborah Medley My brother-in-law Jaime walked into the cottage one sunny, warm afternoon carrying a large bowlful of honeycomb freshly excavated
A DAY OF MOUNTAIN MISCHIEF
I was married to a mischievous man, and I am naive by nature. It was in the early days of our marriage when we were
TWO GIFTS OF LOVE
An Oven and an Onion Poultice by Deborah Medley for my daughter Melodia Our little farm kitchen in Vilcabamba had one modern appliance, a two-burner
THANKS & GIVING, ZERO DEGREES LATITUDE STYLE
A WISH LIST FULFILLED When I lived on the Equator, I found myself on the receiving end of many surprisingly grand gestures of generosity that
detox-RETOX
Keto Kups
Keto Kups: Phat Fueled Bombs What’s a Phat Bomb? A Phat Bomb is a delicious high fat – low carb snack that’s supremely healthy, great
Raw Chocolate Bark Decadence
Easy Raw CHOCOLATE Recipe I love chocolate, AND I also really value making healthy, guilt-free choices, especially when it comes to foods I like to
Festive Potato Salad
During my festival season, I find it’s extra important to prepare healthy meals for myself that travel well and are quick to serve. That way
DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle
SPARKLING TURMERIC TONIC
During the midday heat of a week-long dance festival, my dear friend Jo offered me a sip of her day-glow orange elixir. Not only was
MACA-CHOCA-MATE-LATTE
MY INFAMOUS HOT & SPICY APHRODISIAC ELIXIR Easy, yummy, and strong~ just the way I like ‘em! 😉 Brew YERBA MATE tea, 2 cups Heat
recipes from the blog
GREEN CREAM DREAM SMOOTHIE
Inspired by my favorite Cafe Gratitude smoothy called “I Am Alert,” I decided to try my hand at replicating this creamy drink at home. Ingredients:
Keto Kookies
I grew up a product of the 80’s, an era when calorie-free and fat-free foods became confused as healthy. I have become savvy to the
PALEO “PARTY” PORRIDGE
As the mornings start to get a bit more chilly, I find myself craving a warm cozy breakfast as opposed to my usual blended protein
Sweet Potato Pie
Healthy Dessert I’m not gonna lie… I LOVE PIE. BUT… Life is too short to feel guilt from what one eats, so I love to
Raw Nog
Raw Nog easy as 1-2-3 Try this delicious, raw, and healthy version of our featured holiday Egg Nog “inspired’ drink. Ingredients 3 cups Raw Almonds,
SENSUOUS HOMEMADE CHAI
Ariel’s Magical Chai I have always been enchanted by the rich aroma and exotic flavors in homemade chai. I find that a truly good recipe
MACA-CHOCA-MATE-LATTE
MY INFAMOUS HOT & SPICY APHRODISIAC ELIXIR Easy, yummy, and strong~ just the way I like ‘em! 😉 Brew YERBA MATE tea, 2 cups Heat
SPARKLING TURMERIC TONIC
During the midday heat of a week-long dance festival, my dear friend Jo offered me a sip of her day-glow orange elixir. Not only was
DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle