This month for our Community Connection, we talked to Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, Joy Coach, Certified Grief Yoga Teacher, and Aptos Natural Foods shopper Carla Brown, of Living from Joy, about her personal yogic journey, and local opportunities she provides to ease stress and connect to the physical body, the emotions, and other community members. What struck us most throughout our conversation with Carla, was the way in which she extends herself to others by drawing on

Einkorn is a German word meaning "one grain" because each grain of wheat is encased in a husk. The traditional English word is actually "littlespelt." The domestic species is slightly different from the wild predecessor, as ancient humans selected for their wheat preferences when they were sowing. However, the gluten strands are still shorter and more digestible than in modern wheat. The oldest evidence of Einkorn comes from two pre-Neolithic archeological sites in Southern

Like any other grain, Einkorn is appropriate for both savory and dessert dishes. Chef Hans also likes to make his into a rustic pudding. What better way to channel the ancestors on Halloween than with a big bowl of sweet ancient grain? The einkorn is nice and chewy, while the caramelized apples are fatty and tart. A truly filling and delicious dessert. For a different color, use a lighter colored sweetener! Ingredients For the Einkorn Pudding 1 cup einkorn berries– soaked in