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For the Ladies

For the Ladies

(For my gentleman readers, I also have a special “For the Gentleman” post with some yoga specifically targeted for your needs. But, ALL the yoga in this post is great for you, too - albeit for different reasons.) Since announcing I am pregnant a few weeks ago, my inbox has been flooded with questions about prenatal yoga. While it is accurate that there are things that should change about our practice while we are with child, many of the things we should focus on during pregnancy are applicable for all women. The same…Read more
{this moment}

{this moment}

{this moment} - A Friday ritual, inspired by Soule Mama. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see.Read more
When You Hear Hoofbeats…

When You Hear Hoofbeats…

One morning last week, AE enjoyed some Cheerios as I was doing my workout. When she finished, she began playing with some toys next to my mat. All of the sudden she was holding her right arm, wincing in pain. “Owie on my arm,” she cried. I tried to look at it, but she wouldn’t let me. I watched her continue brace her arm as she played for the next 15 minutes. It was strange; I didn’t see her fall or bump it, but she was clearly in pain. Before long, the pain…Read more
{this moment}

{this moment}

{this moment} - A Friday ritual, inspired by Soule Mama. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see.Read more
Tough Grace

Tough Grace

  I like to think I'm pretty good at extending grace. I didn’t get mad when I found a 15-month-old AE playing with toilet paper; I laughed. I rarely get frustrated or angered when others are late to an appointment. It's pretty easy for me to forgive and forget when someone "puts their foot in their mouth" and says something offensive. And, I completely understand when friends don’t respond to emails, phone calls or text messages. I was feeling pretty good about all the things I so easily forgive when I settled in…Read more