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Upward Facing Dog is the counter pose to Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) or vice versa, both of which primarily manipulate the spine, increasing flexibility and strength.

“I am pessimistic about the human race because it is too ingenious for its own good. Our approach to nature is to beat it into submission.”

Lawrence University recently received a $200,000 rebate from Wisconsin Public Service and Wisconsin Focus on Energy for a 120-foot tall, 50-kilowatt turbine installed at Bjِrklunden, the college’s 425-acre “northern campus” outside Baileys Harbor.

The New Year is starting out bright and shiny at Sunny Slope Farms, as owner Gary Mosgaller recently installed Door County’s largest solar electric system to help power his organic dairy farm located at 6388 Kiehnau Road in the Town of Egg Harbor.

Too often these days people spend hours slouched and staring at the computer screen. In a world where thousands of folks spend all day sitting at a desk, shoulders hunched and back cramped, it’s no wonder so many of us end up in the chiropractor’s office with back problems.

The Wisconsin Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights (AJR 84) was recently introduced in the state legislature. Authored by Representative Chris Taylor and Senator Chris Larson, the bill is an opportunity for parents, policy makers, educators and health care providers to affirm each child’s right to grow up healthy and have access to a clean and safe outdoor environment.

Alright folks, time to get out the crock pot or Dutch oven and cook some soups and roasts. The stove warms up the house on a frosty night, the steamy soup gives the belly just what it needs, and the smells are a winter potpourri.

On days when it’s cold and dark outside, I have found the best way to coax my body into moving and becoming active is to show it extra patience and kindness.

The Door County Land Trust announced the protection of two parcels totaling 270 acres along Highways 42 and 57 in the southern Door townships of Brussels and Forestville.

The Northern Door YMCA is celebrating the launch of a new group fitness class, Les Mills BodyPump, on January 7 with two free try-it sessions, snacks, giveaways and more.

“The question is whether any civilization can wage relentless war on life without destroying itself, and without losing the right to be called civilized.”

70: Percent of toxic waste that is made up of technology trash 2: Billion pounds of that waste produced in the United States alone The Door County Habitat for Humanity Restore offers e-waste recycling for a $5 donation per item.

Temple Grandin is autistic. She is also an American doctor of animal science, a professor at Colorado State University, a bestselling author, and perhaps the best-known scientist in the humane livestock handling industry.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (also called SAD) is a type of depression that occurs for many during the low-light winter months north of the San Francisco/Philadelphia line.

“Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike.”

This pose is an excellent hip opener and is the prep pose for the more difficult Lotus or Padmasana pose. Begin by lying on the floor on your back on a rug or solid blanket.

“In an age when man has forgotten his origins and is blind even to his most essential needs for survival, water along with other resources has become the victim of his indifference.”

The 2012 Farm Fresh Atlas of Eastern Wisconsin is now accepting applications from farms and businesses that want to advertise their local products and services.

Years ago I walked into Leroy’s coffee shop and from behind the counter Jill Berger greeted me with “Hi, Jody. How’s your focus?” Astonished, because I’d just been thinking deeply about that very subject, I replied “a little fuzzy.”

My little sister Meg Goettelman, owner of Steep Creek Farm, is quite the cook. Not only does she grow all the ingredients she can, but she also knows how to make things taste amazing! This is a new addition to our Thanksgiving table, but it will definitely be part of our traditions into the future!