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I was absolutely delighted to start hosting yoga retreats. I wanted a way to extend the peaceful feeling beyond an hour class; to have days together for yoga, meditation, journaling, walks and conversation. These were going really well, but I realized not everyone has 3 or 4 days available. That realization was the beginning of…

When you think of a gift, the image that comes to mind may be a beautifully wrapped package, complete with a bow on top. The word celebration brings to mind laughter, music, maybe even champagne. These are all well and good, but it’s not what I wanted. I had already celebrated my birthday throughout the…

I’ve often seen mentions of random acts of kindness. The stories delight me, but being the planner that I am, I don’t want to leave things to chance. What if I’m distracted thinking about my next blog post or what to have for dinner. Maybe I’m sleepy from staying up late at night with a…

I’m the kind of girl who enjoys everything in its season. Each one has its own foods and activities that delight me. As we head into summer, I don’t want to miss out, so I’m making a to do list. Buy and savor cherries, blueberries, watermelon, peaches, salads as big as my head, corn on…

Although it was many years ago, I clearly remember running along the rim of the Grand Canyon at sunrise. The photographers with long lens cameras soon wandered off when the sun crested. Then it was just me, gazing with awe and wonder at the beautiful view. I’ve no idea how far or fast I ran,…

When I started writing poetry, it was a way for me to express who I am and how I feel. It brought me clarity to transfer the thoughts swirling in my head into lines on a page. There wasn’t any formal structure to them, just what sounded good to me. My writing format changed while…

I’ve been delighted by the opportunities to teach yoga in a variety of spaces, and to meet the lovely people who attend my classes. Friendships have been formed, which have expanded my life experiences in ways I never expected. Four years ago I started teaching free classes in my home while I was still in…

As a child, I looked forward to the first day of school. Part of it was being able to use my new crayons, notebooks and pencils. There were also new clothes, a new teacher and the chance to make new friends. And surely my new shoes would help me run faster than before. I’d go…

Long before it was the name of my business, it was a phrase I’d heard in a Bible study. Those words resonated with me. Three small words that expressed a big longing in my soul. In the busyness and hardships of life, we all need pockets of peace. I began saying it to friends at…