Rachel Astarte's Blog

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This blog got about 3,300 views in 2012. If every person who reached the … Continue reading →

As many of you know, I’m currently finishing my studies to become a Certified Transpersonal Clinical Hypnotherapist. (For those who didn’t know, you can get up off the floor now.) I thought I might answer here a few questions about … Continue reading →

WRITE YOUR SELF OPEN: A WEEKLY WRITERS' GATHERING Join a community of new and seasoned writers for this revitalizing hour of self-discovery. Create fresh work every session using innovative writing exercises geared to open and honor your deepest self. Writers … Continue reading →

I'm very pleased to announce that I'll be teaching two new classes beginning this month at Lift Nyack Yoga & Wellness Center. Here's the information. I hope to see you there! "Write Your Self Open: Weekly Writers' Gathering" Join a … Continue reading →

So, I had a doozy of an accident a few days ago. Five stitches, a tetanus shot, and prescriptions for both antibiotics and Vicodin later,  I'm hobbled and in pain. Here's what happened. WARNING: Details and at least one pic … Continue reading →

It's been an interesting week. Somehow we survived The Rapture, but just barely. The day before the End of Days was to hit, Ben came down with a full-body rash that was eerily reminiscent of Biblical-grade boils. No idea why. … Continue reading →

A quick business plug, if you’ll indulge me. I promise there will be a new post coming this week, chock full of rashes, stand-up comedy, and the Rapture. Now to the plug: In case you don’t have one of those … Continue reading →

A quick business plug, if you'll indulge me. I promise there will be a new post coming this week, chock full of rashes, stand-up comedy, and the Rapture. Now to the plug: In case you don't have one of those … Continue reading →

Laugh the week away with Nyack Comedy & Spoken Word! Join us for a night of stand-up comedy on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Olive’s Bar and Restaurant (118 Main Street, Nyack, NY) at 7 p.m. The night’s line-up includes: … Continue reading →

Laugh the week away with Nyack Comedy & Spoken Word! Join us for a night of stand-up comedy on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Olive's Bar and Restaurant (118 Main Street, Nyack, NY) at 7 p.m. The night's line-up includes: … Continue reading →