Lifestyles

Why Do We Keep Doing The Same Things Over And Over?

By JACCI GRUNINGER MS,C-IAYT, ERYT500
Los Alamos

“In Indian and yogic philosophy, samskaras are the mental impressions left by all thoughts, actions and intents that an individual has ever experienced. They can be thought of as psychological imprints. They are below the level of normal consciousness and are said to be the root of all impulses, as well as our innate dispositions. Through yogic practices, such as meditation, it is possible to look within and come into contact with one’s inner samskaras, below the threshold of consciousness…” Source: yogapedia

As yogis, we are looking for freedom Read More

Atomic City Transit Resumes Service On All Routes April 5

ACT News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) announces plans to implement Phase II of “re-opening” fixed-route public transportation service in Los Alamos County beginning Monday, April 5.

Phase II “re-opening” will include resuming fixed-route bus service on Routes 3 (Canyon & Central), 2T (White Rock to Los Alamos via Truck Route), and Route 5 (Barranca Mesa).

In addition, all Express Routes: 7A & 7B (North Mesa Express), 8 (North Community Express), 9 (Aspen Area Express), 10 (Barranca Mesa Express), and 11 (White Rock Express) also resume service April 5.

Note that fixed routes already Read More

Freedom Church Los Alamos Hosts Easter Service At Pond

Freedom Church News:

The community is invited to celebrate Easter Sunday, April 4 at Ashley Pond with Freedom Church in Los Alamos.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to be able to offer an outdoor Easter service for Los Alamos during this season.” explained Pastor Mike Brake.

“Los Alamos County is in the turquoise, the weather forecast for Easter looks favorable, and the ability to have a beautiful venue like Ashley Pond where we can meet in-person, celebrate and worship together, all while staying socially distanced and COVID-safe is priceless.”

Freedom Kids Director, Seth Evans elaborated that, Read More

Tub Partners With The Curse On Donation Drive March 27

BRBC News:

Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op (Tub) has partnered with The Curse NM, the NM United soccer team’s official fan club. Curse members will get discounts throughout the season and during games.

To kick off the Tub’s partnership, they are hosting a donation drive noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 27 for the Child Abuse Response Team and Para Los Ninos, programs at UNM Children’s Hospital specializing in care for children and adolescents physically and/or sexually abused.

Items sought include child and adolescent clothing, comfort/hobby items, and hygiene products*.

Details:

  • BR Brand BBQ –
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Road Work On Trinity Drive Set To Resume April 5

COUNTY News:

Crews with GM Emulsion will restart construction of pedestrian and ADA improvements along Trinity Drive Monday, April 5, from Oppenheimer to 39th Street.

Late last year, crews completed similar work on the north side of this segment of Trinity Drive. Comparable improvements are now scheduled for the southern side which, include replacement of damaged curb, gutter and sidewalks.

Work is scheduled 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, weather permitting.

Traffic signs and devices will be installed to shift vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian traffic around the work zones. Access Read More

La Vista Church Hosts Easter Sensory Experience April 4

La Vista Church News:

Experience the Easter story like never before … La Vista Church of the Nazarene in White Rock is hosting an Easter Sensory Experience 1-4 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 4.

Move through interactive sensory stations with one’s family or a group of 12 or fewer at one’s own pace. Experience stations that engage the senses of smell, taste, sight, hearing and touch, and connect children and adults alike to the events leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

After completing all 13 stations, participants may use the outdoor space at the church to reflect Read More

Canyon Rim Trail Underpass Construction Begins March 29

COUNTY News:

Beginning Monday March 29, crews with AUI, Inc. of Albuquerque will begin work to construct the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass.

The project includes extension of the 10-ft. wide hard surface trail connecting the terminus of the

Canyon Rim Trail and existing trailhead to Entrada Drive beneath N.M. 502 via a reinforced concrete box structure.

Due to the amount of construction activity that includes trenching, excavation and utility relocation near the trailhead, the trailhead parking lot and a 100-ft. section of the trail near the trailhead will be closed for safety.

During this first Read More