Ellie Dias

    During one of my recent morning contemplation, my thoughts turned to how consumed I am with the morning, afternoon, and evening news. A first for me, the non-stop divisiveness, turmoil, stress, and anger that permeates today’s climate has

On this New Year’s Eve day I think of my family and friends and those on social media. I am eternally grateful for the joy of our connections during these challenging times. But remember: “Hold on. Have faith things will

  Whatever is beautiful, whatever is meaningful, whatever brings the gift of peace and happiness, may it be yours this holiday season and throughout the coming year. Peace, Hope & Love to Family & Friends  Ellie 

In the midst of a world that seems to be falling apart, I’ve asked myself  what is one thing  I can put into action besides daily prayers for relief from pain, sadness, loss, and  hopelessness for all sentient beings. Two

    During one of my recent morning contemplation, my thoughts turned to how consumed, I am with the morning, afternoon, and evening news. A first for me, the non-stop divisiveness, turmoil, stress, and anger that permeate today’s climate has

  Anyone who has read the book about my travels to the Himalayas( Big Red: How I Learned Simplicity from a Suitcase) will remember it was a 30-year dream, one year of planning, and having to deal with a plethora

  First a little online history lesson: “In 1890, when two brothers named Clarence and E. Irvin Scott popularized the concept of toilet paper on a roll, it was still an uphill battle to get the public to openly buy

  When people plan trips, their course is usually more or less on target. Not mine. Despite being a manic perfectionist, and one of the best planners in the world, my travel adventure—my thirty-year dream—was more than a journey. A

Before I left the states for the tiny kingdoms of Bhutan, Nepal, and Tibet I was told to pack my already bulging Big Red suitcase with a  lot of 3 ply. I was well prepared. When I had the wonderful

  During my morning contemplation, I thought about the power of gratitude and how it can change your life. It is the single most powerful source of inspiration that any person can tap into if you simply stop and pay