Author Archives: Donna Mitchell-Moniak

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Meditation: preliminary practice 2

Posted on October 15, 2026 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

One might ask, “why is a meditation focusing on the physical body a preliminary practice to a retreat on the nature of mind?”  My brief response begins this meditation session; then onward into being present “to the body in the … Continue reading →

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Meditation: preliminary practice 1

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

A meditation retreat is happening Fri-Mon. Here is the preliminary practice. These are the steps: The practice (do this at least once a day before the retreat) Sitting well will support you in opening to the nature of mind. Do … Continue reading →

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Meditation: two: innocence, deep radiance and receive, radiate

Posted on October 10, 2026 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Today’s meditation (Saturday) deepened into a wordless radiance, a pure-ness. Thursday’s meditation engaged breathing, sublime Oneness, and the constancy of receiving and radiating.

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Garden fun 13: complete the season with Mint!

Posted on October 8, 2026 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Mint is super easy to grow; in a pot or in a designated space. In the ground, it is a perennial, will self spread, can be enjoyed fresh through the season, and then dried for winter tea. Mint is a … Continue reading →

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Garden fun 12: all frosts are not equal

Posted on October 7, 2026 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Frost might have already visited your garden. Ahhh. For me the first frost is celebrated for the completion it brings, to the plants and to me. What remains after a first killing frost are the cold weather vegetables, ensuring fresh … Continue reading →

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