Of course, we in the Central Valley of California don’t want to stop the rain we are finally having. It is just what we need, but it does create great change and problems of its own. Our current health situation is not something we need, but it is something we cannot change. With both, we […]
I ascribe to the notion that we are whole as we are. I also ascribe to improving how I am in the world. New Year’s resolutions have given way for me to the idea of inquiry. That means, to take a topic, a way of being, or aspect of your personality to refine, explore and […]
Now moving into my 9th week of recovery. Looking back to prior to week 6, I focused on doing my exercises (and yoga practice) three times a day. Part of this intensity was getting to be out of the sling for awhile (ahhhhh), alleviating the stiffness the immobility in the sling generated and just enjoying […]
I have been out of commission the last 6 weeks +. I had a shoulder replacement mid November and tomorrow, Christmas Eve, my constant companion (above) and I will be parted.This will mark the end of phase I of recovery, ushering in phase II. This time has been my own personal prolonged Winter Solstice. A […]
Travel challenges and delights us. Exposure to new ideas, historical facts, foods and people offers personal growth. In Lyon, France, this statue sits by a bridge on the Saone River. It fascinated me as it had no markings, no indication of the artist or a title. I was intrigued. Lyon is an incredible city that […]
It was difficult to find a representation of expectation on this our last week of yoga classes for awhile.I have my own expectation of how long this hiatus will be, but of course, I don’t know. I have goals for this time, including when we will resume our classes, but I know I need to […]
It is well known that developing a new habit, whether it be a self enhancing or a not so self enhancing one, takes time. It is usually said to require about 12 weeks to get in the swing of this new addition. During the time we are focusing on this new development, we will have […]
Is our identity fixed or fluid? I think each of us has our own answer to this question. In someways, it is the question of our time. We are challenged to stay open not only our own identity, but the identity of those around us.Growing personally through out our life is one of the keys […]
Do you identify as a gardener? Likely you identify as an eater! This is the time of year to revel in both of these identities. Eat fresh, can, freeze the bounty. Your body will thank you. This week in yoga: Monday nite, 8/12, 6:30-8pm A gentle hatha class Thursday Chair yoga 8/15, 3-4pm Let’s continue […]
I like this quote both for its content and the picture. Watermelon is the quintessential summer food. Just looking at it makes me feel cool! The message here is stay cool and re-arrange the pieces of your life as they scramble. Make the pieces come together in a way that makes sense for you. I […]