The following article is from the Good News Network  A Hungarian firm is adding shredded, hard-to-recycle waste into a light concrete mixture for use in paving roads, building houses, and insulating structures.  The firm based in Budapest, called Makropa, utilizes many unrecyclable waste streams that would otherwise be destined for landfills or the incinerator. It says it can entrap between 3,000 and 4,000 tons of trash per kilometer of road. Makropa’s (WLC)  Waste Light Co

In life they say you are given two gifts, the gift of breath, and the gift of spiritual wisdom. Well, I agree, and I add one to make three gifts. The third gift is to meet a true friend. Think about it, a true friend is always there for you, even if it means telling you that you are making a mistake. A true friend is someone who you may have beat up when you were kids one moment, and the next you were laughing together. A true friend is a gift. Ask yourself who you have known

Sometimes we have great ideas and we form a plan that is destined to succeed. There is passion and excitement, and things just feel right. Everything is aligned except for the timing. Either the space is not available, the resources are not quite all there yet, or the support for the idea is lacking. Whatever the case may be, the idea has to wait until the conditions are ready for it to grow into its full potential. So how do we move forward from here? In order for a great id

Myrtle, Green is a certified organic leaf and twig essence and a medicine that has been written about by Hippocrates, Pliny, Dioscorides, Galen, and Arabians over the years. Since 2500 BC, ancient physicians have preached about her strengths in treating fevers and pain. In England in the 16th century, Green Myrtle was reintroduced to the world. When she returned to Spain in 1585, she was presented by Sir Walter Raleigh. By 1597, there were 6 different varieties grown in South

The fourteenth week of the year is ruled by the planetary influence of Mercury, and the Temperance  archetype. Mercury addresses the mind, our thoughts, different forms of communication, and the power of our words. The mind reveals our perceptions and how we use our intellect to navigate through various situations in our lives. The number 5 (1 + 4 = 5) reflects the five elements that help to create balance within and around us. Our ability to come back after times of challeng

So many extremes playing out all at once, From technology to war, there are many different fronts. Now is the time to create harmony and flow, Working with what we've got, with room to grow. Allowing areas of our lives to readjust, Letting go of low frequencies is a must. Communicating clearly, honestly, and humbly, Waking up in areas we once approached numbly. Observing the spots where the dualities live, Confronting the areas where we need to forgive. Refining the parts of

The following article is from Vegan News Fast-growing microgreens are packed with nutrients, meaning they can be a vital food source, even in emergency situations, study finds. We might think of them as garnish but are microgreens actually the key to closing nutrient deficiencies? A study led by Francesco Di Gioia, associate professor of vegetable crop science at Penn State University, is redefining how we perceive the nutritional value of microgreens. Published in the scient

One of the most difficult things to process is how our elderly Loved ones slowly change into someone we don't recognize anymore. It is most noticeable in Alzheimer's/Dementia disease, but even aging without disease can present gradual changes in the thinking, feeling, and perceiving categories. As the person ages, the brain changes, and as the brain changes, they stop being able to make decisions, they withdraw more, and they become more reactive. When they are physically abl

The birth plan has been discussed and written out with great passion and desire for a certain reality to unfold when labor begins. There are moral issues, beliefs, dreams, and wishes all at play when deciding what is best come birth day. So what happens when labor begins and everything suddenly changes? This happens more than people think it does. It is completely normal to change plans mid-birth. What matters more than the change of plan is how the birth team responds and in

It's April, the fourth month of the year, and Uranus is bringing about revolutionary changes, transformation, and unconditional Love. Uranus is part of the higher world and has an affect on the brain, our thoughts, and how we perceive our realities. It helps to bring about sudden shifts that can throw us off or completely alter our lives in a revolutionary way. Through empowering change, we are able to learn and embody the power of Love in a deeper and more unconditional way.

In Scandinavia (specifically Sweden and Finland) during the 1950's-1960's, researchers were testing low-frequency sound waves and how they influenced the human body. By using music and physical vibration, they were able to soothe the nervous system, reduce pain, help anxiety, and improve chronic conditions. In Vibroacoustic Therapy , specialized equipment is used to convert sound waves into mechanical vibrations. It uses rapid miniscule oscillations to help physical and menta

April is a month of change, awakening to Truth, and breaking away the illusions in our lives. Uranus is the great disruptor, causing things to shuffle around until they are aligned to our destiny. As the "Black Sun", Uranus is connected to the heart center. The gemstone to help balance the heart and the energies of Uranus is Garnet. The other powerful stone to help illuminate our health and wellness in April is Diamond. Garnets are good for circulation and the blood, helping

The following article is from the Good News Network  For most kids, you can’t beat a trip to the zoo.  And for those unfortunate kids whose immune systems are too weak to endure such an excursion, they now have the chance to experience it from their hospital beds. That’s thanks to a clever partnership involving the San Diego Zoo’s 24/7 streaming service, one that brings the sights and sounds, if not the smells, of the zoo directly to them. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Allianc

Be open to miracles as you are grounded in reality. The balance of life comes from taking calculated risks along with foundational strategies. Moving forward in life takes courage, focus, determination and optimism. With this life we are given, we must bring the best out of all situations. We must hold ourselves and others in high regard. We must be willing and ready to capitalize when life springs up opportunities. Enjoy the ride friends! Love and light! Joshua

This Libra Full Moon is illuminating a new healing cycle. Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of romance, harmony, play, and all matters of the heart. The Full Moon invites us to let go of what is no longer serving our highest good in order to create space for what we are manifesting. Libra is represented by the scales, and therefore, issues around balance are coming up to the surface. Where has life gone toward disharmony? Are there areas of depletion or excess that need to

Rosemary, Cineole is an organic whole flowering plant essence that comes from a strong and resistant plant. This type of Rosemary is high in 1,8-cineole which helps respiratory conditions, inflammation, virus', fungi, and some bacteria. Rosemary Cineole is good for immunity, the common cold, flu, and respiratory infections. She addresses issues like staph infections, strep throat, and e-coli. Rosemary, Cineole is good for heart healing, as she helps with heart palpitations, a

The thirteenth week of the year is ruled by the planetary influence of Uranus, and the Death  archetype. Uranus is the great disruptor, working to restructure our realities to fit into the mold of our true identities. This rebellious planetary influence offers resolution. When something comes to an end in the "Death" archetype, it is irreversible. It is truly a time of shedding the old skin and becoming something completely new. Uranus is radicalized, rebellious, daring, and

Life guides us closer to harmony each day, To work really hard and find time to play. Nudging us toward our passions and dreams, Giving us signs to opt out of extremes. Being honest with what feels right and wrong, Letting go of draining energies that don't belong. Listening to the heart that's guided since youth, Following that voice as it leads to the truth. Determined to live aligned to the heart, The beat of the drum vibrating from the start. Not turning away from the fee

The following article is from the Good News Network  From England’s South Downs National Park, one can trace a series of traditional hedgerows off into the distance farther than it’s possible to see. This mega hedge runs all the way across the county of Hampshire, to New Forest National Park, some 15 miles in length. The Hampshire Hedge, as it’s called, has been three years in the making, as volunteers and experts at making traditional hedges have come together to build an u

Peace, Peace, Peace Peace unto you, peace unto me. Peace, peace, peace.... Peace to you, peace to the tree. Peace, peace, peace... Peace to the moon, peace to the bee. Peace, peace, peace... Peace to the mother, peace to the father. Peace, peace, peace... Peace to the son to the daughter. Peace, peace, peace... Of all the virtues in the multi layered universe, I wish a peaceful heart unto you. Love n Light, Joshua