by Monika Vecerskyte | Apr 17, 2017 | the roots
Have you seen her? The Black Madonna? Even a few months ago, I would never have thought to ask such a question. But on this particular day, catching up with a friend back in Greece, I found myself asking. The response was equally surprising. Yes, I have. We were...
by Monika Vecerskyte | Feb 19, 2017 | the roots, Uncategorized
February is supposed to be the month of love, Valentine’s Day and all… Is it, though? Are you sat there feeling love? It’s great to have special occasions and special people to connect with and feel lovable and loving, but not many of us experience a stable, loving...
by Monika Vecerskyte | Feb 13, 2017 | health
7 reasons why chocolate is the perfect Valentine’s gift Not much happens in February. Christmas is over, the January blues are wearing off, but it isn’t quite spring yet and it’s too cold to hang around outside. This is all fine with me, as I’m...
by Monika Vecerskyte | Jan 15, 2017 | health
As argued in my November post http://www.risingher.com/old-dirt-new-tricks/ , I defend the view that bacterial exposure plays a key role in human health, and that it should be encouraged as much as possible, from as early an age as possible. My defense rests largely...
by Monika Vecerskyte | Jan 15, 2017 | inspiration
Halfway through January, I’m looking at my diary, silently appraising how I’m doing. More specifically, what’s happening with my New Year resolutions. I won’t tell you what the verdict is, but the mere fact that I’m using the word “verdict” goes to show my biggest...