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Fun at the Carmel Valley Park & Rec Center

March 26, 2015 2 Comments

We hope you all have registered with the Carmel Valley Park & Recreation Center! Currently, Child and Babysitter Safety, Chess Lessons for Kids, Jr. Sports, Laser Tag, Lacrosse, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, X-treme Dodge ball, Gym Kids, Girls on the Run, and Tennis are in session. Registration began on December 10, and youth activities began shortly […]

Feng Shui New Cycle for Women – 2015 Year of the Sheep

March 5, 2015 No Comment

In Feng Shui, there are 9 cycles called Periods. Each cycle last 20 years. We are currently in period 8 which is half over; watch out men, the next period will favor women. Really, women will rule, and be fearful, because women also work together – a “girls’ club” – as for past cycles, it’s […]

Mission & Purpose are Key for Carmel Valley Chiropractor

March 2, 2015 No Comment

Dr. Ronco: First of all, David, thanks for having me on. As the Carmel Valley Chiropractor, it’s a pleasure to be here. I really like doing this stuff for you and for The Carmel Valley Life because it is local community stuff. Really what this came down to was the essence of my practice is […]

Carmel Valley Urged to Donate Dancewear to Give Hope

February 23, 2015 No Comment

As in most dance schools, ushering out the old year and in with the new also means it’s time for a little ‘housekeeping’. I know in our studio and I suspect we are not alone, we accumulate a wealth of left behind clothing, including dancewear from September through December. Don’t ask me how or why; […]

Preparing for Your Child’s Well Child Check-Up and Vaccines

February 20, 2015 No Comment

Well child checks are a routine part of a child’s life. These visits are opportunities to follow their growth and development and to review accurate information regarding their overall health. Topics such as nutrition, bedwetting, parenting, and, of course, vaccinations can all be reviewed at this time. Here are some tips to prepare for these […]

The Wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medical Science

February 18, 2015 No Comment

砭法与古中醫的大智慧 Lecture, demonstration, and reception on Saturday, February 28, 2015 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Learn about the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Daozheng Li. His expertise includes Chinese Acupuncture, Guasha 刮痧 (scraping of the skin), cupping 拔罐 (applying local suction), massage, and the use of disease differentiation to address hard-to-treat cases. […]

A Sacred Space of Your Own for the New Year 2015

February 17, 2015 No Comment

This desk is my “escape zone.” When I sit on this desk, my family knows not to disturb me, because that is my “me” time when I let my mind wander. All of us can afford a little corner that belongs to us so that we can be ourselves and daydream. Life is so beautiful […]

Drop the Fork: Two Active Valentine’s Day Dates in San Diego

February 13, 2015 No Comment

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to think of creative ways to spend the day with your sweetheart. Instead of indulging in typical cliches like candy, chocolate and overpriced meals, check out these active and heart-pumping San Diego date ideas. The Whole Package Throughout February, active couples can indulge in a […]

Do You Remember that Game Red Light Green Light?

January 27, 2015 No Comment

Do you remember that game Red Light Green Light? Ever play it as a kid? In the oh so special way my brain works, I started thinking of this childhood game with regards to resolutions. Green Light! I am going to lose weight I am going workout every morning I am going to stop drinking alcohol […]

Welcoming 2015 with Space Clearing

January 15, 2015 No Comment

“Underneath all is land”. That is the first thing real estate agents learn in real estate class; the value of land. In feng shui, and space clearing we always consider what is underneath the land? Without land, there is no development. We simply cannot construct any building without land to hold our magnificent buildings, including […]

Healthy Holiday Dessert To Wow At Parties

December 30, 2014 No Comment

If you’re watching your weight, it’s tough to go to a party – knowing there will be lots of food around that you know you shouldn’t eat. We all want to be able to eat what we want (and not gain weight). My husband can decide he wants to lose weight and literally can lose five […]

Three Easy Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

December 22, 2014 No Comment

As we go into the holidays, it is REALLY hard not to gain a few pounds here and there. When you combine the busy schedule, the lack of workouts, the dinners out, the parties, and the cocktails – it’s easy just to completely lose control between Thanksgiving and New Year’s! At Fit in 60 Pilates […]