by Renée Silvus
When I was 23, I loaded my new VW Fox with books, a stereo, and a few clothes. My parents insisted on a CB radio for my long drive from Ohio to Southern California. If they only knew what real dangers lie ahead. I was just a country girl on my way to teach inner-city...
by Renée Silvus
Ahimsa—mitigate harm and animosity I’m wondering how much we’re generally in a stew of actual, emerging, or possible harm. And how much of it is unconscious. Another writer on Substack posted on 5 (offensive) things white people should stop saying right now. I think...
by Renée Silvus
Whenever there’s a crisis, I head toward the kitchen. When Nicole died, I dug out the rolling pin and made chicken noodle soup for her family. When we lost Jeff, I went to his kitchen to make lasagna so no one would have to return a casserole dish. Lately, I’m finding...
by Renée Silvus
May 29 – 31, 2026 Mavens’ Haven in Lucile Cuisine by Brandy Henson $475 private/$425 shared As we move from the wild weather of spring into summer warmth, let’s pause and reset. Lucile will still be in full bloom, and there’s a rare Blue Moon. Take that...
by Renée Silvus
Body, Mind, Spirit May 15 – 17, 2026 Mavens’ Haven in Lucile with Kelley Riviere $450 private/$400 shared Let’s use the inspiration and beauty of May in Lucile for some personal spring cleaning. You may have tided your yard and house, now it’s time for...
