I've been doing yoga for a few years now, the past year with a class. I have to admit, I'm definitely herd-minded when it comes to working out; I've enjoyed expanding my practice within a group setting! I notice I push myself a bit more in a class than individually -- not that you should ever push yourself beyond your limits, but it's nice to get out of your personal comfort zone and try to … [Read more...]
Theological Thursday: Kwanzaa: Family, Community, and Culture
30 December 2010 By
As evidenced by the past month of holiday celebrations, Matt and I recognize a LOT of traditions in the winter months. One that we don't practice, though, but that we do acknowledge as another worthy holiday before the new year is Kwanzaa. I admit to not knowing a lot about it, so I'm going to defer to the Official Kwanzaa Website for anything that I might overlook. I'll tell you what, though, it … [Read more...]
Recipe: Teriyaki Canned Green Beans
28 December 2010 By
I never really realized how often I "trash up" food until it's in my belly, and this time is no exception. I was looking for something with veggies and umami last night, so I went on a prowl through our refrigerator and pantry. What I came up with was a can of cut green beans, a new jar of minced garlic, and a bottle of Veri Veri Teriyaki by Soy Vay (oy vey, kosher Chinese sauce!).I was skeptical … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Hidden Non-Vegetarian Food Ingredients
27 December 2010 By
When I was 13, I called myself a vegetarian, but I wasn't very informed on where my food came from, what came in contact with it, and what hidden ingredients might be in the food I was eating. I would turn up my nose at the beef in my mom's beef stroganoff, but would take the sauce and liberally apply it to my egg noodles, even despite the meat having been in there or, I'm sure, beef stock having … [Read more...]
Wedding Professional Shots!!
24 December 2010 By
Christmas came a day early for the Fox family: We got our wedding photos in! Not all of them (apparently, these are only from part one... I can't wait to see the rest!), but we're so happy to have all of these already! Check out some of our favorites below, and if you want to see the rest, head over to Esolis Productions' SmugMug page.We hope you love them as much as we do! And a very merry … [Read more...]
Theological Thursday: Pagan Holiday Songs for Yule
23 December 2010 By
One of the best things about the winter holidays is the music! Maybe it's because I'm a bit of a musicmaven (yes, I'm inventing words), but I'm always on the hunt for good music to celebrate the holidays and Sabbats, and Yule is of no exception. There are countless Christmas carols, some of which are appropriate for Pagans, some of which are not, and I love coming across Pagan-oriented solstice … [Read more...]
Two Blogs of Rape
23 December 2010 By
I know these are not at all related to vegetarianism, food, or religion, but I feel they are very important pieces of writing that have to be shared with everyone. Part of the reason for this post is deeply personal to me, but another part feels this should be something that everyone should read.Naomi Wold versus Rape VictimsSchrödinger’s Rapist: or a guy’s guide to approaching strange women … [Read more...]
Blessed Yule and Winter Solstice
22 December 2010 By
Blessed Yule from The Coexist Cafe!Pretty much anyone who knows our religious paths and who walks into our home around the holidays often feels a bit confused by the existence of a modest tree strung with lights and Dollar Store ball ornaments. Why on earth would this couple, comprised of a Jew and a Pagan, have a Christmas tree in the corner of their living room? And by god, they're playing … [Read more...]
Winter Solstice Lunar Eclipse
21 December 2010 By
From the NASA Lunar Eclipse Gallery Those of you who, on the East coast of the US, were crazy enough to wake up with me around 3:00am last night were around to witness something that hasn't happened since 1554: A winter solstice lunar eclipse.The eclipse began last night, 21 December at 1:33am EST, with totality reached at 2:41am for a total of 72 minutes. While I wasn't awake to watch the … [Read more...]
