It looks like Summer is here in the beautiful Pacific Northwest! This unusually sunny Spring has my plants just popping out of the ground and growing like crazy -the weeds too. And with the gorgeous weather comes more physical activity and more need for self care. Remember to warm up before exercising and stretch after -and drink lots of water. It is important to stretch even after what we think of as less strenuous activities like gardening/yard work. Stretching allows our muscles to recover more quickly and gives us time to relax and breath deeply -thereby decreasing stress hormones and increasing the functionality of all our bodily systems. So get out there and enjoy the weather, whether you are running races, weeding, playing baseball with your kids or taking leisurely evening walks through the neighborhood. And if you do end up sore or with a strained muscle, I'll be here for you!  

Benefits of Gut Bacteria on Health and Weight Loss

http://m.motherjones.com/environment/2013/04/gut-microbiome-bacteria-weight-loss

I'm finally getting back to the blog/web page! I've finally updated my name to reflect my marriage of almost a year! And I changed my phone number to a Google Voice number so that no matter where I work, I will always have the same number. Thank you, Google! 

I've been really enjoying my work this Spring. I've found a renewed love and sense of connectedness, making my work feel even more meaningful. I am so grateful to my clients for showing me the importance of being in the moment and allowing healing to happen. I'm also grateful that my general practice and prenatal massage practice are growing. What fun!

On the home front, this Spring brought us a batch of baby chicks to add to our flock. We are getting about 8 eggs a day these days and they are so delicious, with yolks an almost unbelievable orange color. We've now got all the garden beds planted and protected from wayward chickens and our unseasonably warm weather is giving the little plants a grand start. And on Sunday my little girl helped me plant carrots and corn seeds AND helped me bake a loaf of bread. Again, what fun! :)

Check out the Living Social deal that I'm running! What a great holiday gift for yourself or someone you love at this crazy-busy time of year. What a joy it is to help people relax and take care of themselves. I look forward to the opportunity!

The wonderful folks I work with: 
Lori Mace, DC
Eugene Wellness Center

Come visit us!
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I'm so excited to announce that I'll be adding an additional work location! Every Wednesday will find me at Sacred Waters Community Birthing Center focusing my attention on mamas-to-be! If you'd like to come see me at my new, sweet location please call 541-335-9952. Thank you!

I have a new Facebook page: 
https://www.facebook.com/sarananda
Come visit for new specials and information!