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Acupuncture
New experience this week- I had acupuncture for the first time! Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years in Eastern cultures to correct imbalances in qi or life force by using needles to stimulate nerves, muscles and connective tissue.

I'm a huge believer that energy medicine (reiki especially) is effective in treating certain conditions, and respected health organizations like the WHO and NIH have affirmed that acupuncture can be helpful in treating headaches, lower back pain, muscle spasms and drug addiction, among other ailments.

Resolution

Can I please get a "do-over" on summer? I can hardly believe that it's almost Labor Day! I know, I know. That's what everyone says. Time flies when you're having fun. In reality though, I feel like I missed lots of the fun stuff that usually makes summer the best season.

Yee-Haw: Texas Talk

Hey, y'all! I know I've been neglecting my blog the past couple of weeks as a result of appointments for estimates to renovate the kitchen, travel for work, trying to fit in running and doing more yoga, and spending time in the evenings with the Sailor. So, there's a lot to catch up on!

Cead Mile Failte

Last week, Conde Nast Traveler released its list of most friendly and unfriendly cities. Albany ranked among the among the most unfriendly in the country and the world. Although Albany has some loyal defenders, you know what? I'm not one of them. I couldn't agree with the ranking more.