NEW BUILDING UPDATE
After jumping through many hoops with various issues, our building will finally begin! Next week you will begin to see the old building torn down to make way for our great new facility. We are very excited. FULL STEAM AHEAD!

Do you wonder if dogs get bored? My little dog sits by the window, presumably looking out for intruders of the birdseed-stealing variety (squirrels) and of the eating-my- pansies variety (deer). Mainly, I think, she’s just watching the grass grow, listening to the wind blow, and smelling some amazing scents beyond my capacity to smell. My husband doesn’t think she’s bored at all, he tells me that she’s just being in the moment.

I suppose we could take a few lessons from our furry friends and spend some time just being in the moment ourselves. After all, we are human beings, not human doings. But, what does being really mean to us?

Mahatma Gandhi wrote “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” I find that to be a truly wondrous concept. How about these as well?”

ARUGULA SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES

Serves 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes

1/2 pint strawberries, rinsed, hulled & quartered
2 T. balsamic vinegar, divided
2 T. olive oil
1/4 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
2 bunches arugula, washed, dried, & trimmed
1/2 C. toasted pecan halves

In a large bowl, toss strawberries with 1 T. balsamic vinegar; let sit 5 to 10 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 T. balsamic vinegar with olive oil, salt, and pepper. To the strawberries, add the arugula, the vinegarette, and the pecan halves. Toss to combine, and serve.

Per serving: 180 calories; 16.4 fat grams; 2.7 protein grams; 8.4 carbohydrate grams.

IN SEASON: STRAWBERRIES

Did you know?...
*Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and fiber. One cup of strawberries supplies more vitamin C than a whole orange!
*Strawberries contain respectable amounts of folate (a heart-healthy B vitamin) and potassium.
*Strawberries are a primary source of ellagic acid, a phytochemical that fights carcinogens.

"Picking" strawberries...
For the ultimate strawberry flavor, buy strawberries in season locally. Choose berries that are plump, colorful, and sweetly fragrant. The leafy caps should look fresh and green.

Preparation
Rinse berries in cold water, then hull them. If you hull the berries before rinsing, they will absorb excess water. When hulling strawberries, remove the leafy cap and the white core using a paring knife or berry huller.

Beginner's Hatha Yoga Series
This series teaches beginner's gentle hatha yoga poses in combination with breath, stretching and relaxation. Students will recognize a definite strengthening and lengthening of their bodies with more confidence and proper alignment in their practice, safely and effectively. This series is perfect for those: completely new to yoga (or it has been a long time) or those who prefer a much more gentle style of class. Instructor: Gina Caccavalla. You choose one or two times per week. $10 per class. Choose between Tuesday and/or Thursday at 10:30 am. March session begins the week of March 6th. Must be preregistered and prepaid. Sorry, no refunds or credits after series begins. Missed classes can be made up within the same series.

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Workshop
Through a combination of classical yoga techniques and elements of contemporary body-mind psychology, Gina guides students to experience the connection between their physical and emotional selves. Using focused breathing, this connection is held and explored, fostering release, personal growth and natural body healing. Instructor: Gina Caccavalla
Wednesday, March 21st 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm, $25