Vital Time Nutrition

If you’ve been craving a simple, supportive reset to kick off the new year (without overwhelm, restriction, or “all-or-nothing” vibes)… this is your moment.

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Let’s do this together. 💚

Trying out my beautiful Ceremonial Cacao. It is unprocessed, ethically sourced, female owned and fair trade. Such a beautiful flavour when whisked with cinnamon a touch of sweetener and a little intention. Such amazing benefits not to mention it opens up the heart ♥️

Hello Sunny Friday! Just having a relaxing day at home before I head to the UBC forest therapy conference tomorrow. Attending a day of lectures and co-presenting research on the benefits.
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I am honoured to share that I’ve been appointed as a Committee Member on the Mobility and Accessibility Committee for the City of Delta.

As someone deeply committed to inclusion, wellness, and nature-based healing, I’m excited to contribute my lived experience and voice to help shape a more accessible, equitable, and compassionate community for all.

Grateful for this opportunity to listen, learn, and advocate—especially for those navigating disability, chronic pain, and mobility challenges.

Let’s build a Delta that moves forward together. ♿🌱💙

Please come to our free event! I will be co-facilitating a beautiful sound bath. Immerse yourself in nature and all of its healing properties.

Out doing one of my favourite things… A dog walk!

When I was a child, my family fished and foraged along the Pacific Northwest Coast. We honoured every catch, every harvest—from ooligans to berries—with deep respect. Nothing was wasted.

This is Indigenous reciprocity. It’s not just about taking—it’s about giving back, tending, and belonging.

True wellness isn’t just about what you eat. It’s how you relate—to your food, the Earth, and your own body.

🌊 What if healing came from connection, not control? From reverence, not consumption?

Let’s return to a way of living that heals both people and the planet.

✨ Start by asking: What can I offer in return for what I’ve received?

I was asked to write a piece for “Balance” magazine. This is a quarterly magazine put out by Technology For Living. After all of my studies last year diving into therapy through nature I decided to write an article on the combination of both Nature & Nutrition and how it helps with pain management. Such a privilege to write for this magazine.
My article is on the last page and here’s the link;
https://issuu.com/technologyforliving/docs/balance_september24

Off to the Park people Vancouver forum at Van Dusen Gardens. We will collaborate and listen, talking about community and nature.

Have you ever caught a scent that instantly transported you back in time? That’s the power of smell and memory—deeply connected in our brains, unlocking emotions, experiences, and even healing.

Lately, I’ve been immersing myself in the practice of forest bathing, and it’s been a game-changer. The crisp scent of pine, the damp earth after rain, the sweetness of wildflowers—it all brings back beautiful childhood memories of a time before disability, when I felt free and connected to nature.

But beyond nostalgia, this practice has helped me manage pain and release stress. Science shows that nature’s aromas can reduce cortisol levels, ease tension, and improve overall well-being. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t just about what we take in—it’s also about what we experience.

I’d love to help others discover the power of nature, scent, and mindful connection for their own healing journey. If you’ve ever felt the magic of a familiar scent, share your experience in the comments! Let’s explore this together.

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There is something to be said about getting a ton of sunshine, waking up with the birds, sleeping to the sound of the waves crashing and being with my family. We might not be coming for a while. Probably try to stay local for a while… Travel this side of the border. But for now, I have five more days of beautiful sun. ☀️

Happy New Year to all! Grateful for a New Year!
Looking forward to starting my new role as Instructor at the disability led, social enterprise; ‘Eco-Wisdom’.
I will have the honour and the privilege to educate others in the field of Nature Therapy, especially how it helps those of us in the disabled community. It will be a year of giving back, living with less, (as I try to practice less consumerism).
I leave for Hawaii soon with my beautiful family and I look forward to some forest bathing this summer in the rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula.
Big Love to you all