Welcome Autumn

September 22, 2025
AUTUMNAL EQUINOX
This is a day of balance when light & dark are equal in length & we move towards more daily darkness than light. May this coming season be a beautiful reminder of Natures power & blessings.
Let us all remember that we are not in control and that the events occurring around us will shift and change just as the seasons do, and that the longer, lighter, bloom-filed days of Spring await us all.

Rest in Peace & Power Robert Redford

“ This is land that should belong to the people, and should stay

with the people, not in the pockets of politicians

who have their short term dubious views.”



”Art & nature combined make the world a better place.”



”There are no easy answers, no clear solutions.

There’s only what each of us is willing to do.”



There’s this life to lead. Why not live it as much as you can,

as long as you can.”

Robert Redford

Stag

His antlers reached to the sky
like antennae to the heavens,
displayed in structured yet abstract teirs,
in perfect Yin to Yang balance,
keeping him grounded in times
of battle or protection
yet connected to the moon and the state
that guided him so valiantly

source for art & text: Anon

Community

“A strong community
is a place of
joy & belonging,”

Source: Anon

I am grateful for the community we have created in our Zoom class.
Never did I think it would last this long when I started it, but I am so glad it has.
T, Kat, Ann, Susan, Linda, Fawn, Kathy, Jean & Pam
Thank you for your commitment to your own well-being.
& for joining me on the mat weekly.
I am honored.

Dragonflies & Hummingbirds

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Dragon flies and hummingbirds flying through my view

They’re comforting & lilting, in their flights, in their hues

They tell me

“Lighten up and fly, move on to your next perch

Keep a playful eye on life but don’t give up the search.

See the beauty of the world, let compassion tag along

Enjoy each branch you sit upon it’s right where you belong”

Tricia Schwaba, August 2025

Muscle Pain Vs. Discomfort

I’m going to ask you to draw a distinction between muscle pain and muscle discomfort. Muscle pain takes on many characteristics, possibly sharp, tingling, burning, intense and it makes you want to draw back — stop the movement. Muscle discomfort doesn’t make you draw back from the movement, but dares you to sink in, giving you the sense that, in the sinking in, lies the release.

Muscularly speaking, this distinction is valuable as it may dictate what path to take to relieve the pain. Discomfort from strain or chronic compromising, postural habits can often be managed, even eliminated by massage therapy and various self-care practices. For those of us who do not have the luxury of good health insurance (or any at all) understanding this can not only ease the stress of the uncertainty but also save you some money. I have had periodic foot pain throughout the years and I understand exactly where it comes from and why. Did I wear shoes inappropriate for the situation? Did I wear a pair of shoes that were slightly large, that perhaps required a thicker sock to be secure? Did I do a lot of incline walking? These are the activities that bring on my foot pain and despite my muscular & myofascial insight and knowledge of my own body’s tendencies I don’t always obey my own rules either through ignorance or stubbornness. I can ease my pain w trigger point therapy and self massage techniques, and hope I’ll learn my lesson to prevent a next time!

The bottom line is if you experience muscle pain through movement, back out gently, come back to center and breathe, and make an appointment w the appropriate practitioner. If you experience muscle discomfort go right on in, have a seat and talk things over.

Tricia Schwaba, August 2025