check this out!

Lance Anderson interviewed me for PUM and I made the cover

Read the Article and you can listen to the interview!

For whatever reason I don’t really look forward to yoga movies, or yoga videos because, honestly….they bore me. I don’t want to watch people, meditating and chanting om. I also feel that yoga vids that I’ve watched in the past are just so bland and don’t really represent what really goes on. As much as yoga is a 5000 yr old technology, we are not living 5000 yrs ago in India. Personally I’m living in Los Angeles in 2007. I would like to see the beauty of yogis now, and the desire we each have for this ancient practice. Lo and behold I stumbled upon this video….I am genuinely intrigued and can’t wait to watch it! I so loved to see so many familiar scenes and so many different perspectives on the practice, NOW. It inspired a sense of wonder and at the same time recognition. I saw people that were just like me and those who were nothing like me. Yeay for YYoga and the gift of diversity   Loved the sense of humor!!!!!

That’s the name of my NEW PODCAST and BLOG!

This week, no live yoga class, but do listen to this week’s episode, which includes my first episode of YoGeek Workout

Seriously, can I just stop for a moment?

I just got really excited by the SQPN Community discussing running a marathon and all that jazz and I had been thinking about doing something more than asana practice and bike riding, so the YoGeek Workout was born!

I’ve always been active and played all kinds of sports. I love to use my body and ever since I started practicing hatha yoga I basically stopped doing anything else, just cause truly, I got everything I needed from the practice of asana (the physical postures) Now, being 35 and all that, I feel that my body is craving difference. I don’t know if I will continue to do other things, I don’t know if I will actually run a marathon (yes, I am thinking about training) I don’t know if I will take different types of workout classes, I just want to shift things around a bit.

YoGeek Workout is just my journey and observations about bringing a yogic perspective to working out, and incorporating my knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and philosophy. The cool thing about this whole thing is that I’m no expert about this, so as I participate mindfully, I may just learn even more insight as to the beauty of the human body, mind and heart.

I would love this blog to be a resource for those who happen to be a bit afraid to get out there, and also a place for us to share hints and tips that you have learned in workout land!

Subcribe in iTunes

YoGeek Workout

I just wanted to share with you guys. I was sooo excited! Yeay!!!! I was way at the bottom and on the third page, but golly I was on the first page

I don’t know how it happened but thank you guys at itunes, really means a lot, many hugs and kisses to all you guys that work there. I deeply appreciate it!

By the way, did y’all notice how many podcasts I have….I told you I’m obsessed with podcasts, I don’t know when I’ll listen to all of them, but I will surely try

Just wanted to let y’all know that I’ll be a little late posting the class, as I hope to put up my Coconuts and Legwarmers Bash, which actually takes place on Sunday morning, when I usually post, so that all of you can participate! I hope to get it posted by Monday morning at the latest! Stay tuned….

found my name:

Name Acronym Generator
From Go-Quiz.com

Shaggy? Hmmm? I can’t really say much about the other ones

Well Danura, you have given me a whole new experience by tagging me, I had no idea one could be tagged in the cyber world….Here goes….I’m nervous…….

1) Are your parents married or divorced?

Married. 36 yrs.

2) Are you a vegetarian?

No

3) Do you believe in Heaven?

Oh Yes!!!!!!

4) Have you ever come close to dying?

No

5) What jewellery do you wear 24/7?

A very thin 12″ gold necklace with a St. Anthony medallion, a navel ring, gold plated with diamond like stone.

6) Favourite time of day?

Oh, it changes all the time! I love right when I wake up and get to stay in bed and see the sunlight begin to creek into my bedroom. I love mid day, as I feel so alive then. Oh, the early afternoon, fantastic time for tea. About 10 pm, quiet time, yummy.

7) Do you eat the stems of broccoli?

Sometimes.

Do you wear makeup?

A bit in the everyday. I love blush, and of course sparkly stuff, so everyday no matter what I love to put some shimmery, sparkly stuff right at the top of my cheeks.

9) Ever have plastic surgery?

No

10) Do you colour your hair?

No

11) What do you wear to bed?

in winter, drawstring pants (preferably flannel) with a long sleeve cotton shirt
in summer, drawstring shorts (cotton) and a tank top or spaghetti tank.
I gotta say that most of the time I either wear legwarmers (yes, even to bed) and or socks. Yes, a little crazy

12) Have you ever done anything illegal?

yes……?

13) Can you roll your tongue?

No

14) Do you tweeze your eyebrows?

Yes, although, I forget a lot of the time and then scare myself, geez, hair can grow in all kinds of directions

15) What kind of sneakers?

classic pumas, don’t wear them too much though, prefer Ugg like shoes (the $30 fakes)

16) Do you believe in abortions?

I don’t need to believe in abortions for they exist, it’s something that can be proven.

I believe in making life affirming choices. I believe that we are part of something greater than ourselves. I believe in choosing to embody goodness and auspiciousness no matter what. I believe that the choices that we make resonate with all those we come in contact with. I believe that we must always ask deeper questions, may we always deepen the conversation.

17) What is your hair colour?

Dark Brown

18) Future child’s name?

Grace Lee

19) Do you snore?

I think that sometimes i do, when I wake up with a sore throat….and maybe when I wake my own self up…..hmmmm

20) If you could go anywhere in the world where would it be?

that’s so hard! I would love to go to a deserted island, the most untouched as possible. the bliss of breaking open a coconut and drinking the water……yummy!!!!

21) Do you sleep with stuffed animals?

No…do kitties count?

22) If you won the lottery, what would you do first?

Pay off all of my Credit Card Debt

23) Gold or silver?

Gold

24) Hamburger or hot dog?

Hamburger.

25) If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Avocados

26) City, beach or country?

a new one: Mountains

27) What was the last thing you touched?

My computer, I’m touching it right now!!!!!

28) Where did you eat last?

Home

29) When’s the last time you cried?

My mom sent this to me and….well I cried…

Last week, while traveling to Chicago on business, I
noticed a Marine sergeant traveling with a folded
flag, but did not put two and two together. After we
boarded our flight, I turned to the sergeant, who’d
been invited to sit in First Class (across from me),
and inquired if he was heading home.

No, he responded.

Heading out I asked?

No. I’m escorting a soldier home.

Going to pick him up?

No. He is with me right now. He was killed in Iraq I’m
taking him home to his family.

The realization of what he had been asked to do hit me
like a punch to the gut. It was an honor for him. He
told me that, although he didn’t know the soldier, he
had delivered the news of his passing to the soldier’s
family and felt as if he knew them after many
conversations in so few days. I turned back to him,
extended my hand, and said, Thank you. Thank you for
doing what you do so my family and I can do what we
do.

Upon landing in Chicago the pilot stopped short of the
gate and made the following announcement over the
intercom.

“Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to note that we
have had the honor of having Sergeant Steeley of the
United States Marine Corps join us on this flight. He
is escorting a fallen comrade back home to his family.
I ask that you please remain in your seats when we
open the forward door to allow Sergeant Steeley to
deplane and receive his fellow soldier. We will then
turn off the seat belt sign.”

Without a sound, all went as requested. I noticed the
sergeant saluting the casket as it was brought off the
plane, and his action made me realize that I am proud
to be an American.

So here’s a public Thank You to our military Men and
Women for what you do so we can live the way we do.

Red Fridays.

Very soon, you will see a great many people wearing
Red every Friday. The reason? Americans who support
our troops used to be called the “silent majority.” We
are no longer silent, and are voicing our love for
God, country and home in record breaking numbers. We
are not organized, boisterous or overbearing.

Many Americans, like you, me and all our friends,
simply want to recognize that the vast majority of
America supports our troops. Our idea of showing
solidarity and support for our troops with dignity and
respect starts this Friday — and continues each and
every Friday until the troops all come home, sending a
deafening message that … every red-blooded American
who supports our men and women afar, will wear
something red. By word of mouth, press, TV — let’s
make the United States on every Friday a sea of red
much like a homecoming football game in the bleachers.
If every one of us who loves this country will share
this with acquaintances, coworkers, friends, and
family, it will
not be long before the USA is covered in RED and it
will let our troops know the once “silent” majority is
on their side more than ever, certainly more than the
media lets on.

The first thing a soldier says when asked “What can we
do to make things better for you?” is …”We need your
support and your prayers.” Let’s get the word out and
lead with class and dignity, by example, and wear
something red every Friday.

30) Do you read blogs?

Yep. I use NetNewsWire. I try to keep up date on all the blogs that I read, but sometimes I just DON’T. I don’t have enough time. I wish I was a professional blog reader.

31) Would you ever go out dressed like the opposite sex?

Yes. I often did in my 20’s. Rebelled against the whole hot girl thing, so went to opposite way.

32) Ever been involved with the police?

Yes. Great stories…

33) What are your favourite shampoo conditioner and soap?

Aveda for the hair. Have used Aveda since I was 20! All their stuff actually. Soap: plain ‘ol Dove bars, unscented

34) Do you talk in your sleep?

I don’t know. I do catch basketballs, walk and loose my pants….don’t ask.

35) Ocean or pool?

Ocean

36) Window seat or aisle?

Aisle. Must be able to exit when I want, especially to go to the bathroom.

37) Ever met anyone famous?

Yep. I live in Los Angeles for god’s sake.

38) Do you feel that you’ve had a truly successful life?

Oh goodness yes! I love my life. I wouldn’t change any little bit of it.

39) Do you twirl your spaghetti or cut it?

Twirl

40) Ricki Lake or Oprah Winfrey?

Oprah.

41) Basketball or football?

neither really

42) How long do your showers last?

15 min. love love love love hot water.

43) Automatic or do you drive a stick?

don’t have a driver’s license. y’all can close your mouths now

44) Cake or ice cream?

Ice cream, are you kidding!!!

45) Are you self-conscious?

Sometimes, in party situations or social gatherings. I’d rather be outdoors or in my home

46) Have you ever drank so much you threw up?

Yep. Not a good feeling at all, gotta tell you.

47) Have you ever given money to a beggar?

Yes.

48) Have you been in love?

not really until I found Randy

49) Where do you wish you were?

Exactly where I am right now, and with Randy.

50) Are you wearing socks?

Of course, and legwarmers

51) Have you ever ridden in an ambulance?

Yep

52) Can you tango?

Never tried, but would love to

53) Last gift you received?

One of my clients gave me a set of tea mugs for my birthday. They each can brew tea and have the cutest little lid to keep the water hot

54) Last sport you played?

Haven’t played a sport in a loooooooong time….

55) Things you spend a lot of money on?

clothes. cute yoga gear.

56) Where do you live?

Pittsburgh
57) Where were you born?

San Salvador, El Salvador

58) Last wedding attended?

My little brother’s!!!!!! 12/9/2006!!!!!!!!

59) Most hated food(s)?

I can’t really say that I HATE, any food, really

60) What’s your least fav.?

processed stuff like velveeta cheese, stuff that is no longer what it was meant to be.

61) Can you sing?

yes

62) Last person you instant messaged?

Damian, one of my podcast students and new buddy.

63) Last place you went on holiday?

I would say going to Tucson AZ was pretty holiday like…

64) Favourite regular drink?

Coconut Water!!!!!!!

65) Tag 3 friends:

Hillary, Chris, Bernadette

66) Current songs :

Sara Tavares, “Balance” and don’t know who the artist is, “Blow the Wind: Pie Jesu”

That was all kinda fun.

I think sometime in my late 20’s I began to really enjoy my birthday, I think that it had something to do with the fact that it was right around that time that I felt the best in my own skin. I began to enjoy being myself, and have enjoyed perfecting that every year. It feels really good to live. Now, 35, for some reason it’s the first time that I feel a sense of dread? is that the word? not quite sure. I’ve never put much stock in numbers but for some reason 35 resonates. So, I ask you, those who stumble upon this post, or my dear podcast listeners, or those who for whatever reason find what I write here in my little site (home away from home) interesting, to let me know what you think. What does 35 mean? For those of you who are younger, what do you think 35 may mean to you or does mean to you? What about those who are older than 35, what was turning 35 like for you? Was this specific birthday ‘important’ in some way? I’m really just asking for myself.

I think that if one were to guess my age, 35 wouldn’t really be the age that was guessed. I have a bit of a younger type of energy. But still, what does that mean? What is a younger energy? and does it really matter?

Yes, I am pensative right now.

I want some feedback, really. One of my new friends, Nick, just put up a post called, are you a lurker? Now, a lurker is a person who happens to read all the stuff that is written in various different sites but doesn’t participate, meaning comment. I would like to put out a special call to all my own special lurkers, all of those who read and participate in my podcasts but happen to have stayed in the background, to comment on this one. I only put you guys on the spot cause I have a feeling your insight is what I’m looking for Now, those of you who have posted in the past, please feel free to also participate, as I love to hear from you guys no matter what.

Just a thought. Walk on the wild side lurkers, and share some 35th Birthday stories, thoughts, ideas with me. Inspiration is needed!

by the way…my birthday is on February 6….just for your info…..I still can’t hide it, gotta celebrate

This is seriously just for fun. I’ve been working my booty off on my Anusara certification test and simply thought that this was a fitting title. I sorta made me feel like a know it all, even though as I took the test I knew I wasn’t! Ahhh what a title can do to your ego.
I wonder where Lower Wombleshire is…..sounds quite…..exotic?

My Peculiar Aristocratic Title is: Her Exalted Highness Duchess Elsie the Sophisticated of Lower Wombleshire Get your Peculiar Aristocratic Title

Sometimes I just long to have a puppy. I know that I can’t cause I live in a 1 bedroom apartment and I’m never home. I just long to have a puppy. So cheesy ass me, found this and wanted my very own!!!! I named him Shrub honoring really how happy teaching yoga makes me, (the meaning of the name will be revealed to you if you subscribe and listen to my podcasts, as I often talk about ’shrub’) Anyway, this is my pet, and I love him so very much I’m a total nerd. I know.

Sorry y’all, going to play with my fellow podcasters Friday and Saturday, so I will not be teaching any of my classes on Friday at all! Of course I will so be back next week for the whole week, ready to share my experiences at the expo.  Y’all can also come check it out:

I thought since I wouldn’t see some of you tomorrow I would share a video which made my mouth drop wide open, check it out, seriously. It will sooooooooooo be worth it, you gotta bear through the first few minutes of dancing, and then the world goes crazy, totally by the way, I saw this video first in Bernadette’s Blog