By Peggy Lindsey Our childhood years contained many lessons of DOs and DO NOTs, forming our minds and hearts of what was acceptable, what was possible, and even what would make us worthy of love. Conformity was taught at the very beginning. Rarely were children encouraged to acknowledge their own uniqueness . . . to be a sovereign individual within a family or community. And now, many years later, we are
By Peggy Lindsey Each morning, we are given the gift of life . . . another 24 hours, a clean slate, and an opportunity for a new beginning. Every moment given to us is a chance to learn, grow, discover, and become the next best version of ourselves. Yet it is always a choice. Growth begins in the space within. Just as the gardener sows seeds deep into the soil, so
By Peggy LindseyIf your life were a book, what title would you give it? Every soul arrives here with a bunch of blank pages. Every experience, every desire, every hope, every choice is written in our very own hand. Each day we awaken to a fresh sheet, ready to continue our story. Some chapters are filled with excitement and adventure, while others reflect the calmness of daily routines. Beautiful moments
By Peggy Lindsey There comes a time in your life, usually when you are older, when you stop trying to find your place out there in the world. Many of us have been lifelong people pleasers. We have hidden behind masks, modified our behavior, and even side-stepped our own path for the approval of others. It felt like a performance because that’s what it was. We wanted to fit in .
By Peggy Lindsey Love is powerful. This month, we often celebrate the romantic aspect of love with the popular gifts of flowers and chocolates. Perhaps even an engagement ring! But love is so much more, isn’t it? People confuse love with an emotion, especially those euphoric feelings when one falls in love with that special someone. But love is found in every relationship. It is widely considered that humans are “wired
By Peggy Lindsey The New Year brings promise . . . an opportunity to start fresh with a clean slate. We set goals and resolutions with hopes for a better and brighter year. A new cycle begins in 2026, not only in January, but within every month, every day, every moment. And we are invited to walk in a brand-new direction. But with any great journey, we must decide what we
By Peggy Lindsey Winter speaks to all life as the season begins each December. Squirrels are well stocked for the cold months ahead, bears are snuggled in for a long winter’s nap, and trees drift off into their deep slumber. And we, too, hear the annual message of winter. As we move into the darker months, we are invited inward . . . the coziness of warm hearths, soft blankets, and
By Peggy Lindsey Abundance is everywhere! Nature bursts with plentitude . . . Niagara Falls, the Amazon Forest, the fish in the sea . . . And yet, many hold the mindset of lack. In our society, people relate to the world as a place of lack and deprivation — where one must compete with others to survive — a “me versus them” world. But, is that really true, or do
By Peggy LindseyThe winds of change are blowing, affecting everyone now. Yet, we somehow feel the need to run the other way. Can the storm be outrun? No, but many oppose it! Why do we resist change? Most humans have a fear of the unknown. Uncertainty is uncomfortable, so we relish what is safe and predictable. Change, when imposed upon us, can sometimes mean we’ve lost control over our lives,
By Peggy Lindsey Is it true that humans hate anguish and discomfort so much that we would do anything to avoid being in pain? We might think so! After all, none of us wakes up one morning and decides to be miserable. However, subconsciously, many do. The number one cause of ongoing suffering is attachment. People are attached to situations, desires, possessions, and even old stories! They cling to dualistic views
By Peggy Lindsey Life’s routine is often mundane as we go through the motions. At times these activities no longer feel good to us . . . we can become disinterested, or even anxious and resentful of them. When this happens, start asking yourself, “Why am I doing this?” Dig deep as you ponder this question. Maybe you won’t have a good reason, or maybe you will discover what you are
By Peggy LindseyVulnerability is part of the human experience. As much as we would prefer to stay immune to the pains of everyday life, we cannot escape the challenges of being human. If we are honest, most of us run and hide when we see pain on the horizon. But that strategy — to banish or suppress pain — has never worked nor ever will. Wounds, especially those we cannot
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“Moku Playland” Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs. Hidden somewhere among the
Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue. Open Thursday-Tuesday
The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,
Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue. As we reflect
