Vacation!

I just returned from an amazing vacation and have plenty to post... right after I feel a little better from this sickness that I caught and start catching up on all my other chores...

More Sciencey Stuff

The New York Times has a great article about a new telescope to be sent into space in the near future (2014) - A model of this telescope is currently on display in Battery Park.

This high powered telescope will be sent one million miles from Earth to look deeper than ever out into the universe. The images collected should show us what the very beginning of the universe looked like, adding to what we have learned from the images previously collected by the Hubble telescope- I can't wait!

And for good measure...

Here is your daily dose of cuteness from the good people at dailysquee.com

Free Acupuncture!

This doesn't seem to happen often so if you are interested in receiving an acupuncture treatment you are in luck...Bodyscapes, through Seeking Balance (3033 Chicago Rd. Steger, Il) is offering FREE community acupuncture on June 2nd. They do ask that you call and make an appointment- Check out their website as well: http://www.bodyscape.biz/

SPACE!

Yahoo.com has a great short article gathered from space.com regarding the discussion over matter versus anti-matter. While I don't completely understand the physics, I am always excited to read about what the newest theory is or what findings may point to... I think the whole debate about matter versus anti-matter really helps remind us that we really shouldn't take our existence here for granted-

The Power of Breath

Yogajournal.com recently posted a great article about the importance of our breath. Whether in a yoga class or just going about your daily activities, our breath affects every aspect of our being. 

Most of us don't even pay attention to our breath until we are forced to- losing our breath running up a flight of stairs, quickly inhaling when we are frightened by something, or noticing when we have trouble breathing due to illness or disease.

Check this article out for ways to be more mindful of our breath and the benefits of full deep breathing. 

Reflections Yoga Studio (ryogacenter.com) in Homewood is offering a Pranayama (Breath) workshop this Sunday, May 2. Contact them for further details if interested.
 

More Free Classes!

Holistic Happenings is offering a free Tai Chi/Qigong workshop on Tues April 27th from 7-8pm. They are located at 7925 W. 171st St in Tinley Park and they ask that you call and register at 708-429-3052 if you plan on attending. Enjoy :)