April 7, 2023

Flockers, this week we've added two new sections, Local Adventurers, where we'll follow the travels of fellow flockers, and NextGen,where we'll feature up-and-comers of the next generation.

A few weeks ago, I ran into a good friend, Dr. Gulshan Sethi, who was preparing to embark on an Indian pilgrimage. He extracted a pinky shake promise from me. That promise was that I would keep the Flock updated on his whereabouts while on his long-awaited pilgrimage, and that I would not miss a beat. So, presented below is a photographic journey of where our very special friend, Dr.Gulshan has been; and, we will continue to report on his pilgrimage in the coming weeks. Kindly keep him and his wife Neelam in your thoughts and watch the Flock for updates each week.

Trekking in the mountains around Dharmshala

Meeting some monks along the trail

At The Tibet Museum, Norbulingka

I don't worry about the future when I think about some of the wonderful young talent, we have emerging around us.

I have known this young man working in the field of journalism for years. William Scott George is the natural son of my celestial New England brother and The Flock's favorite still life and floral artist, Cita Scott.

Here's how the modest young William describes what he does, 'I'm not technically a journalist. I run the trade data research team at Import Genius, a company which maintains a database of customs records for a number of countries including the US, Russia, Ukraine, and Venezuela. We work closely with journalists to help them tell stories about or informed by our trade data. In addition to providing assistance to journalists who have requests for us, we also perform our own research and offer stories to journalists of our own accord."

Another one is a wonderful photographer who also did the swim leg for my recent triathlon team We Tri 2 at the Lavaman, Giuseppe DeMasi. He has built an impressive portfolio including big wave photography from the North Shore of Oahu to the high peaks of the Alps.

From: Demasi Photography

Ciao! My name is Giuseppe DeMasi and I'm the owner of DeMasi Photography. I am an Academy of Science nominated, award winning, and internationally published photographer based in my hometown of Tucson, Arizona.

I've been a professional photographer for the better part of a decade and my camera has brought me all over the world, from the clear blue waters of Hawaii to the breathtaking heights of the Alps - and countless places in between.

Hit the above picture for an example of Michael's cinematography.

From: Bula Media House

We have another young award-winning photographer and cinematographer, Michael Slagter. He specializes in building pictorial histories of weddings, family trips and vacations especially on the ski slopes. Please follow this man, you’ll not be disappointed

One example is my son, Michael Guy Kasser. He's emerging in the real estate field. He's based out of San Diego and I'm so proud of him.

From: Matthews Real Estate investment services

Michael Kasser is an Associate at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services™, specializing in the disposition and acquisition of multifamily properties, primarily in the San Diego market. As a premier agent in advisory services, Michael is dedicated to consulting his clients through the multifamily market fundamentals, acting as a trusted resource throughout the entire transactional process. His passion lies in understanding the vast operations of multifamily investors. Michael leverages his comprehensive market knowledge to position his clients to achieve the greatest long-term financial success and profitability.

Then there is my daughter, Violet. She's a very talented artist and a wonderful event promoter. Along with all this, she's also an amazing muralist.

When I was young, one of my greatest joys was watching chicken eggs hatch on the family farm. What did we do? We gathered the eggs from the chicken coop, put them in an incubator and after a few weeks, we got little baby chicks. Keeping a backyard chicken coop has become a popular hobby in suburban, and even urban settings. One drawback to this hobby is that chickens, especially roosters can be noisy. But there is good news! There are breeds of quiet chickens, even roosters. Below you'll see some of the best breeds to raise at home without waking the neighbors.

From: The Happy Chicken Coop, By: Happy Chicken, October 13, 2020

Is there such a thing as the quietest chicken breed? Well, some breeds aren’t as chatty as others, but in truth, there aren’t any completely quiet chicken breeds. In this article, I’ll identify the chicken breeds that are the quietest within their category. Then, we’ll touch on a few things you can do to keep the chickens you have quiet(er). Your neighbors will be grateful, and you’ll enjoy just a little more peace and quiet than you did before.

It is Spring, and three of the world's major religions are celebrating Holy Days. In Christianity, Holy Week started April 2 on Palm Sunday and ends April 9 on Easter. In Judaism Passover started on the evening of April 5 and ends on the evening of April 13. In Islam Ramadan started the evening of March 22 and ends on the evening of April 20.

Learn About the History of Passover and Its Traditions

From: Almanac, By:Almanac editors, March 28, 2023

The holiday of Pesach, or Passover, is an annual weeklong festival commemorating the emancipation of Jewish peoples from slavery (in ancient Egypt). The Hebrew name, Pesach, means “to passover” because the plague in Egypt that killed all first-borns passed over the Israelites’ homes, sparing the lives of their children.

What is Ramadan?

From: Yaqueen

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. A foundational pillar of practicing Islam is fasting during the month of Ramadan. This devotional act is observed by over a billion Muslims worldwide today. Fasting is a major act of worship, and it is a powerful means of cultivating God-consciousness in the heart and mind. Fasting has both physical and spiritual benefits, including purifying the soul, inspiring self-reflection, and increasing empathy and good works.

Sammy's mom Nancy is a dear friend and fellow tennis player. She just loves her dog, Sammy. Keep an eye out for Sammy, I think we'll be seeing more of him in the future.

Next week, we're expecting some brand new additions to the Ortega family ranch, a rescue cat and her unexpected kittens. Pictures to follow next week.

Protein shakes are a healthy and delicious way to get your protein. I've made myself a promise to break in to taking the time to learn a few recipes and start making them part of my day. Whether it's to replace a meal, or for a mid-day boost, I want to encourage you to do the same.

Below we'll look at some of the benefits of protein shakes, both for building muscle and for losing weight. We’ll also look at some delicious, healthy recipes to help get you going, and also some other ingredients you can add to give your shake that extra boost, one of my favorites add-ons is Hawaiian Spirulina.

Fom: Nuts.com

Once unique to the diet of bodybuilders, protein shakes are seeing increased inclusion in the diets of nearly anyone seeking to improve their health. These shakes can be purchased pre-made, quickly created by combining protein powder with a preferred liquid, or carefully crafted with additional ingredients to produce a scrumptious protein smoothie.

From: Eat this Not That, by: Dana Leigh Smith, April 29, 2021

Packed with essential nutrients that keep your skin, hair, bones, muscles healthy, store-bought protein shakes have no prep work or cleanup. But not just any drink will do. Protein sips from local gyms and juice shops often carry more added sugar than a dozen donuts, and the same holds true for some recipes you'll find on the web. Sorry to say, slugging those back every day won't get you any closer to your health goals. That is, of course, unless you choose from our round-up of the healthiest protein shake recipes.

From: burn boot camp, July 25, 2018

If you regularly feel tired, sick or moody, need a weight-loss booster or want to prevent aging, this post is for you! These five superfoods can improve the overall quality of your health, are extremely simple to add to your daily protein shake or smoothie and can be found at health foods stores or online. As always, consult your doctor before adding any supplements to your diet.

I've investigated a lot of wellness organizations, and a lot of integrated wellness practitioners. On the top of my list is Mimi Guarneri. A lot of young doctors and integrative specialists have passed through her door. She's out of UCLA in California and her followers are called Pearls. I've been one of her followers for many years and, of course, there are many more out there including my family. of all those I've worked with, Mimi's simply the best! She also has a weekly newsletter. So, visit Mimi at pacificpearllajolla.com.

I'd like to give a nod to Steven Wool, cyclist and likely one of Tucson’s best internists, specializing in general and geriatric medicine. He is accessible in a heartbeat, and with the help of his sage team of like-minded care specialists he can comfort the minds of the young and old. In a phrase, he’s just an old fashion kind of Doc.

P.S. he also collects vintage medical toys such as stethoscopes, wild west posters and more.

I’m looking forward to getting some of your personal stories- oral, written, or otherwise. I’d so love to present them to the flock. Hit a mailbox below to share your story.

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