Books, I just love books! When I go in to Barns and Noble I feel like a kid in a candy shop! I could stay there all day with a cup of tea or café latte and just read (especially on days when it is raining out). The latest book I read was suggested to me by my dear friend Sue. She believes all women lucky enough to live in the USA should read this book and I totally agree!!!!! The book is “A Thousand Splendid Suns”. There are graphic moments in this book but there are also happy moments too. Most importantly this book helped me understand freedom and to truly be grateful for it. Just walking down the street has new meaning for me. I hope if you read this book you will feel this way too. We are blessed!
My next book I want to read is “Growing a Positive Mind” by Bill Larkin. This book was recommended to me by a master yoga trainer over this past weekend. The activities from this book that we participated in were eye opening and amazing. Start creating lists. Not of things that need to get done, start by listing things that make you sad. I know that sounds strange but when completed look at it and then rip it up and let it go! Truly let it go and be done with those feelings. Once that step is done start listing everything you are grateful for, this list will continue to grow if we really focus on the positive things in our lives! Keep that list going, read it everyday and hold it close to your heart. This will make us appreciate life and keep us in the moment! Think about it, you will be glad you did it!
Last but not least when it comes to books I love to lend them. In order to get them back to lend to someone else, I have just ordered book plates from an artist on ETSY. See Jaimee’s site especially if you like vintage designs. The book plates are printed on adhesive paper! I can’t wait to get them! http://www.ModernClassicsKids.etsy.com
Remember to aim you smiles, especially to those who seem grumpy – they need it the most!
Namaste!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Home Sweet Home!!!
I just spent the most exhilarating 5 days in Florida attending a Mind Body Conference which is part of my journey towards my 500 hour RYT Certification. Currently I am an RYT at the 200 hour level. I was lucky enough to meet the most amazing group of like minds individual that added so much to my personal experience while I was there. I am looking forward to bringing this knowledge forward to those I meet in class and in life in general.
With all that said I am thrilled to be home! Home Sweet Home! I feel open, excited, encouraged, hopeful and positive. I am putting all that I learned into action already and it feels great!
Always remember we have choices. So let’s make our choices mindfully that will effect us and those around us positively. Once we get into this habit, our own happiness will be multiplied. Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly and leave the rest to God!
When down or blue put the music on, turn up the volume and dance as if no one is watching – life is short, chose to be happy!
Life is Good!Namaste.
With all that said I am thrilled to be home! Home Sweet Home! I feel open, excited, encouraged, hopeful and positive. I am putting all that I learned into action already and it feels great!
Always remember we have choices. So let’s make our choices mindfully that will effect us and those around us positively. Once we get into this habit, our own happiness will be multiplied. Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly and leave the rest to God!
When down or blue put the music on, turn up the volume and dance as if no one is watching – life is short, chose to be happy!
Life is Good!Namaste.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
A Favorite Reading From Yoga Class
Namchee Bazaar
“The Invitation by Orion Mountain Dreamer” Copyright 1995
This reading was passed to me by my friend and yoga teacher Mary who teaches at “Breath” in Rochester, NY.
“It doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for, and if you dare to dream of meeting your hearts longing.
It doesn’t interest me how old you are. I want to know if you will risk looking like a fool for love, for your dreams or for the adventure of being alive.
It doesn’t interest me what planets are squaring your moon. I want to know if you have touched the center of your sorrow. If you have been opened by life’s betrayals or have become shriveled and close from fear of further pain. I want to know if you can sit with pain, mine or your own, without moving to hide it. I want to know if you can be with joy, mine or your own.
It doesn’t interest me if the story you’re telling is true. I want to know if you can disappoint another to be true to yourself, if you can bear the accusation of betrayal and not betray your own soul. I want to know if you can be faithful and trustworthy. I want to know if you can see beauty even when it is not there everyday. I want to know if you can live with failure, mine or your own and still shout “Yes I am alive!”
It doesn’t interest me to know where you live or how much money you have. I want to know if you can get up after a night of grief and despair and do what needs to be done for someone you love.
It doesn’t interest me where or what or with whom you have studied. I want to know what sustains you from the inside when all else falls away. I want to know if you can be alone with yourself, and truly like the company you keep in the empty moments of your life and still remember me….”
I hope you enjoyed this reading as much as I do! Have a wonderful evening. I will be away at a yoga conference until next week. I will write more then!
Namaste!
“The Invitation by Orion Mountain Dreamer” Copyright 1995
This reading was passed to me by my friend and yoga teacher Mary who teaches at “Breath” in Rochester, NY.
“It doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for, and if you dare to dream of meeting your hearts longing.
It doesn’t interest me how old you are. I want to know if you will risk looking like a fool for love, for your dreams or for the adventure of being alive.
It doesn’t interest me what planets are squaring your moon. I want to know if you have touched the center of your sorrow. If you have been opened by life’s betrayals or have become shriveled and close from fear of further pain. I want to know if you can sit with pain, mine or your own, without moving to hide it. I want to know if you can be with joy, mine or your own.
It doesn’t interest me if the story you’re telling is true. I want to know if you can disappoint another to be true to yourself, if you can bear the accusation of betrayal and not betray your own soul. I want to know if you can be faithful and trustworthy. I want to know if you can see beauty even when it is not there everyday. I want to know if you can live with failure, mine or your own and still shout “Yes I am alive!”
It doesn’t interest me to know where you live or how much money you have. I want to know if you can get up after a night of grief and despair and do what needs to be done for someone you love.
It doesn’t interest me where or what or with whom you have studied. I want to know what sustains you from the inside when all else falls away. I want to know if you can be alone with yourself, and truly like the company you keep in the empty moments of your life and still remember me….”
I hope you enjoyed this reading as much as I do! Have a wonderful evening. I will be away at a yoga conference until next week. I will write more then!
Namaste!
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Opps! My Computer is Acting Like a Rabbit!
Hello! I hope you are all having a great Sunday hanging out and relaxing! Right now I am baking cookies and waiting for the timer to go off and thought I would take this moment to let you all know my computer is sending out repeat messages. I believe each time I have sent one email it mysteriously multiplies to 15 of the same email (I believe my computer is turning into a rabbit!). I have had the computer checked and was told it is not a virus however they are not sure why it is doing that. So let me apologize for any inconvenience this may be causing and to tell you to keep your fingers crossed and it should be fixed earlier this week!
Let me leave you with this thought:
“May you have the joy that is due you. May the years be gracious to you. May blue sky smile above you. And through all your days God love you!” - An old Irish blessing.
Timer just went off and my Chocolate Chip Cookies are done and smell awesome! Yeah!
Namaste!
Let me leave you with this thought:
“May you have the joy that is due you. May the years be gracious to you. May blue sky smile above you. And through all your days God love you!” - An old Irish blessing.
Timer just went off and my Chocolate Chip Cookies are done and smell awesome! Yeah!
Namaste!
Friday, September 19, 2008
I Love Fridays!
Welcome! TGIF!! Once again the weather in upstate New York is fantastic! The leaves are starting to change as if kissed with color overnight, quite beautiful I assure you. Anyway I have lots to mention, so best get on with it.
As you may know “Breast Cancer” awareness is the month of October. I am donating a piece of jewelry once again to the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester, NY to be auctioned during "The 7th Annual Artrageous Affair". The necklace I am donating is called “Heaven’s Rainbow”. The idea was originally conceived during my mother’s funeral in December of 2006 when the most beautiful rainbow appeared in the winter sky, comforting us all. (My mom passed away from Leukemia.) This necklace is a combination of pearls, gemstones, leather, a 1945 mercury dime and fine silver cross, dream tag. The event is on Saturday October 18th, 2008 at the Rochester Plaza Hotel. For more information call 585-473-8177. *See photo.
Here is another thought from Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture”, chapter 54 “Be a Communitarian” page 175. “We’ve placed a lot of emphasis in this country on the idea of people’s rights. That’s how it should be, but it makes no sense to talk about rights without also talking about responsibilities.” In our book club last night this started great conversations among Lauren, Sue and Cindy great friends and inspiring ladies! I hope it creates great conversation among your friends too.
As we venture into autumn my posting will include inspirational thoughts and ideas to share with others. Enjoy your weekend and remember “Life is Good!”
Namaste.
As you may know “Breast Cancer” awareness is the month of October. I am donating a piece of jewelry once again to the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester, NY to be auctioned during "The 7th Annual Artrageous Affair". The necklace I am donating is called “Heaven’s Rainbow”. The idea was originally conceived during my mother’s funeral in December of 2006 when the most beautiful rainbow appeared in the winter sky, comforting us all. (My mom passed away from Leukemia.) This necklace is a combination of pearls, gemstones, leather, a 1945 mercury dime and fine silver cross, dream tag. The event is on Saturday October 18th, 2008 at the Rochester Plaza Hotel. For more information call 585-473-8177. *See photo.
Here is another thought from Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture”, chapter 54 “Be a Communitarian” page 175. “We’ve placed a lot of emphasis in this country on the idea of people’s rights. That’s how it should be, but it makes no sense to talk about rights without also talking about responsibilities.” In our book club last night this started great conversations among Lauren, Sue and Cindy great friends and inspiring ladies! I hope it creates great conversation among your friends too.
As we venture into autumn my posting will include inspirational thoughts and ideas to share with others. Enjoy your weekend and remember “Life is Good!”
Namaste.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
My First Posting - Welcome!
Welcome to my blog! This is very exciting for me since I always wanted to create a blog to stay in touch with family, friends, my yoga students and customers. This blog will report the happenings in my life both personal and professional. My hope is while sharing my thoughts and art with you all, you will feel free to respond and we’ll create a network of friends interested in the same things.
Let me start by saying today is beautiful. The sun is shining here in upstate New York and the temp. is 64 degrees. Talk about a perfect day. I started it out by getting the kids on the bus, and walking Charlie. Then I went downtown to the Public Market - my favorite thing to do on Thursday mornings. At the Public Market not only do I get my fresh fruits, vegetables, breads and coffee but inspiration to boot by the sights and sounds. The color today was bright red, red sweet peppers, tomatoes and mums. The tomatoes looks so amazing I purchased 10 pounds so I could make my famous (to my family) tomato sauce laced with fresh basil puree! Talk about inspiration!
Once home I decided that before I start creating my sauce (which is used for pasta, pizza and soup), I would create my blog since it has been a goal of mine. I am still learning so please be patient with me. Soon I will be adding links to favorite blog sites, my etsy site and other sites I believe have value.
This evening my friends and I will be reviewing the book – “The Last Lecture” by Randy Pausch, which I thought was fabulous! Reading chapter 11 Page 51 really helped me recognize that if something doesn’t go your way right a way step back and examine how badly do you really want it. “The brick walls are there for a reason. They’re not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something.” For me this spoke volumes to me professionally as I have been searching for boutiques to sell my jewelry nation wide and realizing “all is coming with patience and perseverance.”
I will write at least once a week and perhaps more to start out with so I can get the feeling and knowledge of blogging. I look forward to hearing from you. Please pass this blog address a long to anyone you believe needs a little sunshine in their lives!
Namaste!
Let me start by saying today is beautiful. The sun is shining here in upstate New York and the temp. is 64 degrees. Talk about a perfect day. I started it out by getting the kids on the bus, and walking Charlie. Then I went downtown to the Public Market - my favorite thing to do on Thursday mornings. At the Public Market not only do I get my fresh fruits, vegetables, breads and coffee but inspiration to boot by the sights and sounds. The color today was bright red, red sweet peppers, tomatoes and mums. The tomatoes looks so amazing I purchased 10 pounds so I could make my famous (to my family) tomato sauce laced with fresh basil puree! Talk about inspiration!
Once home I decided that before I start creating my sauce (which is used for pasta, pizza and soup), I would create my blog since it has been a goal of mine. I am still learning so please be patient with me. Soon I will be adding links to favorite blog sites, my etsy site and other sites I believe have value.
This evening my friends and I will be reviewing the book – “The Last Lecture” by Randy Pausch, which I thought was fabulous! Reading chapter 11 Page 51 really helped me recognize that if something doesn’t go your way right a way step back and examine how badly do you really want it. “The brick walls are there for a reason. They’re not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something.” For me this spoke volumes to me professionally as I have been searching for boutiques to sell my jewelry nation wide and realizing “all is coming with patience and perseverance.”
I will write at least once a week and perhaps more to start out with so I can get the feeling and knowledge of blogging. I look forward to hearing from you. Please pass this blog address a long to anyone you believe needs a little sunshine in their lives!
Namaste!
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