Whether It Is Good Weather
When I was out doing an errand at lunchtime, I bumped into a neighbor I haven’t seen in a long time. We did not spend much time talking; I needed to get back home to my work within the short… (READ MORE)
Sort of Like Happiness
The other day I noticed this “do not disturb” warning on the sidewalk and today, when I was walking past it again with a friend, paused to photograph it. I cannot imagine that most people who walk over or past… (READ MORE)
Found Exhortation
Looked at from one perspective, the yoga teachings say that outer peace will come from the cultivation of inner peace. I do think that it is hard to wage peace on a global level if one does not truly cultivate… (READ MORE)
Peril of Having Shallow Roots
Peace and light, E — Posted with WordPress for BlackBerry.
“Hot Enough for You?”
asked Mrs. G, a neighbor who is nearer 90 than 70. “Not too bad yet,” I replied. What we really meant was “Mornin’” and “Good morning to you too.” It was not the time to say that I find the… (READ MORE)
Eating Local, Annamaya Kosha, and “Human Landscape Dance”
When my friend Mac asked if I would let my readers know that his dance group Human Landscape Dance will be performing at Dance Place on Saturday and Sunday, July 9th and 10th, I agreed without hesitation. As I was… (READ MORE)
July Greetings–Ultimate Freedom (and Some Free Yoga) (Web Version of E-Newsletter)
Dear Friends, It is Saturday morning of Independence Day weekend. I have sat for my morning meditation, watered the garden, pet the cats, and done a few errands around the house. In an hour or so, I will be heading… (READ MORE)
Savasana?
Peace and light, E — Posted with WordPress for BlackBerry.
Different Ways of Turning Your World Upside Down
Yesterday at the William Penn House class, we were emphasizing strong working of our tailbones. One of the regular students came to class even though she was still exhausted from recent and sudden major loss and upheaval in her life. … (READ MORE)
Can One Be Shy and a Successful Yoga Teacher?
I have wondered over the years, as I see the emphasis on being buoyant, outgoing, and cheerful as the hallmark of a fun yoga teacher, whether it is possible to be a successful yoga teacher in today’s society if one (like… (READ MORE)