Angel

Today was a sad day ; my sweet little dog, Angel, passed away at home. Angel has been an important member of our family for the past 14 1/2 years, and we will miss her very much!

A spunky, little Maltese, Angel lived a full happy life. She had amazing energy, was affectionate, smart, and so attentive to our moods and behaviors. Lately though, she had been slowing down a bit, she couldn't see or hear as well as in the past; but even this morning she walked around outside, ate her breakfast, had some treats, and took a bath. Late in the afternoon she died softly and quietly in her little bed in the living room, so sweet and so gentle. I will miss her very much, but I am grateful to have been fortunate enough to share her life.

Goodbye dear friend; I love you sweet baby!

Support Local!

Support the following LIBA-sponsored event!

Louisville Brewfest
Fri., Mar. 27th, 4pm - 10pm at the Clifton Center (2117 Payne St.)
Free admission * Samples and full-sized beers *

$1 beer and food tickets * $2 souvenir cups:

Bluegrass Brewing Main Street* Cumberland Brews * New Albanian

* Bluegrass Brewing Company* Brownings

Yoga Bowling!

Sat Nam!

Lots of exciting things to talk about; remember I mentioned that we are now a part of LIBA (Louisville Independent Business Alliance)? Well, each month a different business owner hosts a meeting so that we can get to know one another, develop a stronger sense of community, and come up with ways to bring more awareness about the importance of buying local - amazing group of people who really care about this community; I am so proud to be a part of this group!

Two weeks ago we met at Vernon Bowling Lanes, http://vernonclub.com/

What an awesome place! we talked, bowled, and supported this local business; check out Vernon Lanes when you can (Frankfort Ave. to Story Ave., turn left on Story, Vernon Lanes is on the right); they even have salsa dancing on Wednesday nights in the "ballroom" downstairs!

Of course, I did have to try a little "yoga bowling" (While having some fun with the settings on my camera)!

Hope to see you on the lanes!

Namaste

Costa Rica this Summer - there's still space!

Retreats are really amazing! When you find yourself away from your everyday life, it is much easier to get in touch with your self. No distractions from work, TV, or whatever it is for you, so you can simply be.

This summer's yoga retreat in Costa Rica will offer you sanctuary from life's constant barrage of distractions. Various yoga and meditation sessions will be offered at least twice per day, you can participate in all, some, or none of them - totally your choice. Most important - just relax and go with the flow, you will feel awesome!

This will be the third Yoga Trip/Retreat for Eternal Health Yoga. Mexico in 2007 was incredible; England 2008 was brilliant; Costa Rica 2009 is going to be the best of all! (Click on the photos tab on the Eternal Health Yoga web site to view pictures from previous trips)

Please check out our web site for more retreat information: http://www.eternalhealthyoga.com/

Also, click here to view the Luna Lodge web site: www.lunalodge.com
Be sure to watch the video on the home page; it is really beautiful!
There is still space, so register soon - this is a trip not to be missed!
I hope to see you there!

Ayurveda

February 27 - March 2, Ayurvedic Advisor, Madhavi Rathod was here to see clients.

Ayurveda is the ancient healing medicine that has been practiced continuously for over 5000 years. It is the "sister science" to yoga and emphasizes prevention of illness and health promotion by restoring balance to the mind, body and spirit. If you would like to learn more about Ayurveda, click here for Madhavi's web site: http://www.vedichealing.com/

Also, if you would like an individual consultation, Madhavi will be returning to Louisville in June; I will post the exact dates as soon a they are confirmed.


Namaste

Kundalini Yoga Workshop Sunday February 22, 2009

This past Sunday was intense and transformative! We began at 4:30AM with Sadhana (see previous post), which was incredible! Later that afternoon, Dan and Paulette Coma led a Kundalini Yoga Workshop with an emphasis on stress management.

We had many participants and the energy in the studio was astounding! Thank you everyone who attended Sadhana, Workshop, or both! For more information about Kundalini Yoga, please see the official web site: http://www.3ho.org/

Also, we are considering having Sadhana once a month at the studio, if you are interested in this happening, please let me know - you can respond in a comment to this blog. Thank you!

Sadhana - amazing!

Morning Sadhana, Sunday February 22, 2009: Led by Kundalini instructors, Dan and Paulette Coma, our pre-dawn meditation, chanting, and yoga practice was nearly indescribable! The studio began filling at 4:00 AM.

Once the practice began there were seventeen of us chanting, meditating, and singing joyfully as we practiced Kundalini Yoga together and welcomed the new day!

There is something very special about gathering together in a sacred space with a group of open, compassionate individuals!After Sadhana: Smiles everywhere!

Our teacher, Paulette, brings around Prashad, an edible gracious gift served with love and gratitude; on this morning, Prashad is a delicious date placed in our upturned palms which we accept appreciatively and mindfully.

The morning has served us well; our sense of connection with one another, with the Earth, and with the Universe feels intensely deeper than before we began the day.

We have made new friends.

And shared a wonderful experience with those we have known longer.

All in all it was a transformative morning; I cannot wait to do this again!

Thank you everyone for coming together as a community!
It was an amazing day!
Sat Nam