Along the Middle Path - Ayurveda And Yoga

12/07/2025

Have you ever wondered how ghee is made? I took a few pics of the process when I made it this past full moon.

I cook the butter on very low heat for a long time. I like to do a few pounds at a time so I can let it cook for a good amount of time. This batch took over 4 1/2 hours.
I cook it until it's see through, not cloudy and the bits start to brown. The smell is a huge indicator of when it's ready to be called done, as well as what the pops and sizzles sound like.

It's mesmerizing to watch it cook. It does all sorts of splurting, belching and bubbling of this smooth and velvety golden liquid. I imagine it's like watching a cauldron.

The scum (yes, it's called scum) that cooks off the ghee has a thick, chunky and sticky consistency. Pics below. Imagine that running through the rivers and channels of the body. Coating and sticking to the arteries and veins.

Once the gunk is gone this becomes liquid gold. A healing, nourishing elixir, good for the digestive system, the nervous system, the skin, the eyes...the list goes on. So many benefits! And it's delicious!!
What's not to love?!

I have 8 oz and 4 oz jars available.
Reach out if you'd like to try some!

12/05/2025

The ghee is finished. Here are a few pics of the magic in the making!

The scum on the top is what cooks off. Imagine all that gunking up your arteries, veins and digestive tract...all the body's channels.

I have a few 8 oz jars and a few 4 oz jars available.
It's great for cooking everything!! I use it in place of oil. It has a high flash point (485 degrees), is lactose Free and ultra nourishing for the skin, nervous system, eyes, to name just a few...so, so, so many benefits. AND it tastes great!

Reach out to purchase!

12/04/2025

The making of monthly full moon ghee has commenced!
Message me if you'd like to purchase a jar. 🧈

11/30/2025

11/26/2025

Let's talk about self love and oil. Sneha - the Sanskrit term for oil also means love. ❤️

A daily oil massage = daily dose of love

This is from the ancient text, Caraka Samhita is about oil and it is fascinating....

"As a pitcher, a dry skin, and an axis (of a cart) become strong and resistant by the application of oil, so by the massage of oil the human body becomes strong and smooth-skinned; it is not susceptible to the diseases due to vata; it is resistant to exhaustions and exertions.

Vayu (another name for Vata) dominates in the tactile sensory organ, and this sensory organ is lodged in the skin. The massage is exceedingly beneficial to the skin; so one should practice it (oil massage) regularly.

Of the one who practices oil massage regularly, the body, even if subjected to injuries or strenuous work is not much injured; his physique is smooth, flabby, strong and charming. By applying the oil massage regularly the onslaught of aging is slackened."

Join us and coat yourself in the body armor of love.

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11/18/2025

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11/17/2025

Check out this super fun squash I got at the grocery store yesterday!
It's called a turban squash. It's a winter variety and is said to have a mild flavor, great for cooking. I'm excited to try it!

Ayurveda recommends eating foods that are local and in season whenever possible. Nature knows what we need. 💚 I am not sure where this was produced, unfortunately, but it is definitely the season for winter squashes! 😋

11/14/2025

Because there is no better season to indulge in the nourishing, grounding and loving qualities of oil. 💚
This is originally from last year.

I've been reading a bit of the ancient Ayurvedic texts each morning.

I am on Volume 1 (of 7) Ch 5..(I've now read all 7 and am on to the Ashtanga Hridayam (3/3))
My clients and students know I am a huge advocate and lover of oil.
Speaking of love and oil...sneha - the Sanskrit term for oil also means love. ❤️

A daily oil massage = daily dose of love

This chapter talks about oil and it is fascinating....

"As a pitcher, a dry skin, and an axis (of a cart) become strong and resistant by the application of oil, so by the massage of oil the human body becomes strong and smooth-skinned; it is not susceptible to the diseases due to vata; it is resistant to exhaustions and exertions.

Vayu (another name for Vata) dominates in the tactile sensory organ, and this sensory organ is lodged in the skin. The massage is exceedingly beneficial to the skin; so one should practice it (oil massage) regularly.

Of the one who practices oil massage regularly, the body, even if subjected to injuries or strenuous work is not much injured; his physique is smooth, flabby, strong and charming. By applying the oil massage regularly the onslaught of aging is slackened."

So go ahead and coat yourself in the body armor of love.

There are so many lovely Ayurvedic oils.

I'd love to help you discover the right oils and self care plan for you! 💚

11/08/2025

Last night another awesome full moon adventure was had!
The skies got dark just as we set out for the summit.
The sky was a bit cloudy and I wasn't sure if the moon would reveal herself or not.
And wow!! A bit further to the north than I was expecting a pink-orange glow was shining through the clouds, then she rose through this magical pocket, she peeked through.
So bright, so beautiful.
It's hard to find words to capture the awe.

Vanishing as quickly as she came, as if we willed her to appear...the winds moved in and we packed up to head down. About half way down the mountain light rain moved in.
The timing of it all couldn't have been better.
The universe is awesome!

What a special night with an amazing group. I love these nights so much.
My heart is full!
I'm so grateful to all of the ladies that made it out last night.
Thank you for another amazing full moon night. 🌕🫶🏼

11/06/2025

Have you heard how amazing ghee is?
It has so many benefits and it's delicious!!
I have 4 oz jars available.
Reach out if you're interested in trying some.

We had tried dates and ghee yesterday in class. What a delicious snack. My students loves the ghee!
I quote "You're ghee is amazing!"
And it really is! 😋
Not only does it taste great it was made with a ton of love and the best of intentions making this full moon ghee a healing nectar for the inside and out.

Get yours before it's gone!

11/06/2025

I have 5, 4 oz jars of ghee i made in this full moon energy. It is ultra nourishing and full of healing essence and made with lots of love.🫶🏼
And it tastes amazing!!
Message me if you'd like to purchase some.