Monday, May 24, 2010

Pardon My Zen Moment


If you are in the moment, you are in the infinite.
~Dogen


(View from the top of Potala Palace, Llhasa, Tibet,
former home of the Dalai Llama. Photo taken April 2007.)

My dears,

I'm feeling the need for a bit of time away from the computer to recharge, revitalize and reinvigorate my body and soul. A seven day fast from technology, so to speak. I've decided to combine this with an annual spring cleaning, courtesy of Alejandro Junger's "Clean" regime -- no caffeine, red meat, dairy, sugar, processed foods, wheat, gluten or soy. Some old habits need to be broken and new ones set in place.

I will make the most of the time I am gone and return next Monday eager to share, listen and catch up with everyone.

xxx

28 comments:

Jessica Thor-Miller said...

Completely understand though you will be missed. Can't wait for a recharged, invigorated LBG.


MT

pve design said...

I am feeling the need to do the same and excuse myself for a zen time out. Thanks for the cue.
pve

Miss Whistle said...

Love that you're doing this. Good for you.

Miss W

Terra said...

I am doing some spring simplifying too, but your diet sounds not for me. It may be perfect for you :)

Mona Thompson said...

I'm with you. Take the rest. I just found your blog, but I will be back. enjoy!

Bart Boehlert said...

Darling, just drink a lot. Seriously, look forward to your return!
xo Bart

Susan's Snippets said...

Lisa -

Please also break and reset some habits for me, being I am currently feeling too overwhelmed to do much for myself!!

be a zen elf
:^)

ps - actually proud of you for recognizing the need and then carrying out the cleanse and reset!!

will not regret

Kerry said...

I applaud your resolve. I hadn't heard of the Clean program but am intrigued...please do let us know how it works.

donna baker said...

You are tough as nails. Good luck.

Lucille said...

That sounds a bit headachy, but no gain without pain I know. I might just make some bunting and see if that has similar beneficial effects.

Chedva @Rooms and Words said...

Enjoy your break, I can't wait to hear about it.

Debra said...

A time out can work wonders- I recently took one and felt new energy upon my return. Enjoy your time.

Unknown said...

Have a great time. xx

jules @ The Diversion Project said...

hope the break is all of what you need!

Yoli said...

I need to do something similar. Gorgeous picture.

24 Corners said...

Happy 'zenning' Lisa...enjoy!!!
xo

helen tilston said...

A well deserved break our dear friend.

Enjoy every moment and we will be thinking of you and wishing you success
Fondly

Anonymous said...

Well my dear, I can see why you selected this regime - I too would prefer any that did not exclude alcohol!

Will look forward to your return, meanwhile, happy tippling.

Acanthus and Acorn said...

Lisa,
I applaud you for all of it and no doubt it will inspire many others to take stock. Truly resting and restoring mind and body is something I think most of us fail miserably in our tech saturated and over scheduled days.
Rest & recharge!
~Rebecca

March 17th said...

Mu timing is a little out, I have just come across your blog, it's fabulous ! Take a good rest & look forward to catching up with your next post xx

Pimm's and Lemonade said...

I am so glad you are taking a little break even though we will miss you here in our virtual neighborhood. Peace to you.

A Super Dilettante said...

My dears, my thoughts are with you. I hope that you have found a relaxing solitary period away from the internet. While the internet and its community (Facebook, Blogs) are good to interact with every now and then, it's important to take some time out to connect with people in one's immediate surrounding, and above all, to nourish one's soul with silence and meditation. Pardon me for the Buddhist talking!

Unknown said...

Go for it! Enjoy the habit building! Miss you already!

Victoria

keishua said...

I went on one of those a while back. Very good for the spirit. best of luck.

Patti Friday (Liberty Post) said...

You just gave me the best idea! Try the same. Hugs and read you soon. xo

Maryam in Marrakesh said...

Dearest L,
I am so so envious of your ability to cleanse. I so terribly need to do the same thing. But giving up caffeine? Oy, pains me to think about it.

I thought about you because I posted a few pics of my embroidery-inspired tent on my blog. You, of course, because you are the only other girl I know who loves embroidery as much as I do.

love,
Maryam

Angie Muresan said...

How wonderful to be so committed!

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