The Pleasures of a MUCH Needed Vacation

So over the last weekend I my dear friends was in Cancun Mexico!! Ohhh the sand the water the alcohol! What a blast and a much documented trip I must add! So I went with my friend and mommy extraordinaire, Rebecca Leddick! So when I say I went with her I really did...she invited! She won a trip though work, and so all my expenses were covered! I didn't even spend $100.00 I bought some pics and a video, couple o tips, cab fares..that's about it...yay! So I was there a Thursday thru Sunday....FUN FUN FUN! in the SUN SUN SUN!! Lots of good food, company, drinks, sand, drinks, water, drinks, spa, did I mention drinks...

**Day one:
Arrival, cocktail, lunch, cocktail, pedicure, cocktail, hanging out at the pool, cocktail, dinner, cocktail, cocktail, cocktail, bed.

**Day Two:
Breakfast, tea, fruit, dolphin excursion, pool, cocktail, hot tub, cocktail, cocktail, dinner, cocktail, dessert, cocktail, went out until 4 am...mucho cocktails!!

**Day Three:
4 Hours of sleep, coffee, coffee, coffee, spa, steam room, steam room, shower, steam room (detoxing), massage, relaxation room, shopping, pool, food, food, food, cocktail, cocktail, dinner, cocktail, cocktail, bed!

**Day Four:
Breakfast, checking out, shuttle, airport, lines, lines, security, flight delay, spent night in SA...next day home!!

I will have to post pics soon...


Shopping shopping and more shopping is on the agenda for the next weeks! It was actually cold here in Laredo (fucking scorching), Texas...I wore a sweater today and boots..yippee! If it is still cold I can wear my uggs...that will be fun!
Jason arrives on the 19Th, and the party can begin...miss him so much! From that time forward we will be a family unit again...truth be told I am very spoiled with my hubby around because he really does a lot! Without him I am far to busy and do far to much..I need him back!!
So off to bed and I have told myself to stay off Face book enough to blog..

Where has the time gone??

WOW...It is the end of the month and I have not jotted my thoughts or happenins' down...seriously?? where has the time gone?? Between basketball games, Jason coming in, two weekends in Austin, teaching my classes, and let's not forget face book, who has time for anything??
This month has been great with Jason here..the boys have loved it!!! He has been taking and picking them up from school...I have really gotten a break for the same schedule day in and day out! Man I don't want him to go...
My classes are going great...I love to see the improvement with my students...LOVE IT!
John Friend workshop...FAB_U_LOUS!! of course!
Beka and Sarah's bday weekend ...fun fun fun!
Now tomorrow turkey day...yay...mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, baked beans, rolls...on and on and on! I can't wait!
Jason is here one more week, then back to GA..but he will be back for Xmas...it was a good month that he was here :)
I leave for Cancun on the 4Th...CAN'T WAIT!!! Fun in the sun! I am going with my girlfriend Rebecca, and we are stying at the Ritz-Carlton in Cancun...oooouuuuu fancy! Girls weekend here I come!
Some more coming down the pipeline with the big move, but I will save it for another entry...sooooo much coming up!
Gobble gobble!

Totally addicted

Oh my gosh, so I just got connected into Face book, and already I am needing a 12 step program as my friend Pam says...
It is so much fun and I am having A BLAST connecting with new and old friends!
So Halloween was great! Ty and I dressed up but of course Cade did not...it's not his gig! I did have a t-shirt made for him that says "Don't do costumes BUT will take your candy!"

Here are some pics:




Ty Iron Man




Cade with T-shirt



Me with uniform from 20 years ago

So there you have it folks..more to come unless I can't get off FB! *laughing*

Cheering on!

SO a quick update...
Ty had a game Wednesday, but only to come out defeated...these kids were like 2nd graders..huge. We could not get a shot in. Our boys and girls played good D, but no baskets. We lost 2-0, so not to bad you see...of course cheered my heart out and lost my voice again..comes with being a sports mom!

Speaking of cheering..I am getting ready to put my high school cheer uniform on for a party tonight...I am giving my age away, but whatever! The uniform is 20 years old, and still fits...ROCK ON! I didn't have to spend on a costume! There may or may not be pics..we will see how many drinks I have (j/k)...LOL
Lots of fun to be had this festive weekend...party party party!!

Oh another thing....special thanks to PAM for getting me hooked on facebook! Just what I needed another thing to update and surf through...so any of you all on facebook...let's be friends!
K..that's all for now..caio!


oh wait...one more thing...
i accidentally sent everyone in the world a thing for reunion.com which was a total accident!!! SORRY!!! IGNORE IT AND DELETE IT!!!

My Little All Star

After practicing for a few weeks, the time has come...the first game of the basketball season. Game on at 5:15 so pre-game preparation went something like this:

* the all important "pep talk" (like I know Jason would have done)
** went potty
*** got the basketball uniform on (real uniform that is)
**** drank a big glass of milk like all sport stars do (I told him that anyway)
***** piled in the car off to the game.

Once we found parking we made a dash for the door..he could hardly wait!
There was still a game going on so the waiting was so intense...the team could hardly control themselves...
Our turn!
They dashed to the court in preparation for pre-game warm-up.
Player after player shooting their "free throws" oh so exciting!

Game on!
Ty was first string. Earlier when I picked him up the director of the school was so excited that he would start, and that it was mentioned he was the "team scorer"...so the pressure was on!
The coaches of the team switched out players every quarter. We had 2 minute quarters. Finally, in between falling all over the floor, comparing jerseys, dancing up and down, running around like chickens without heads, our team made a basket. YAY!! only to turn around and have the other team make a basket. BOO! Before we knew it, game over, BUT we had to go into overtime. PRESSURE ON! WHO was to win? WHO would make that tie breaker shot? WHAT team would come out victorious? WHO would take it all? Parents yelling, coaches yelling, kids running up and down court, time clock ticking...so much pressure....50 seconds remaining we had the ball...dribble dribble shoot was coming from the coaches...so intense. He gets the ball, he dribbles, he shoots-everyone holds their breath- HE SCORES!!!! The crowd goes wild, the team goes crazy, so crazy they forgot they still had a few seconds left on the clock...the other team gets the ball....they go up for the basket, they miss...timer goes off, and we win the game!!! HIP HIP HOORAY!!!

SO that "HE" in the story is non other than my 4 year old TY ROBINSON! The boy that won it all ( OK I can say this I am his mom after all!) okay maybe not won it all, but at least won the game for the team.
He was so excited and could not wait to tell his daddy!
SO much fun was had that I have almost lost my voice...I am totally the cheering mom kind...really, I can't keep my mouth shut! Must be from 8 years of being a cheerleader...I don't know... just saying!
Well, another game tomorrow, wed, so we will see what it has in store for Los Pepitos School then!
More updates to come!

When You Put Your Mind to Something

So in my last entry, I talked about the class that KICKED MY ASS...well friends proud to say NO MORE!!! I went back to hip hop class Monday night, ready to take on the 150 sit up challenge....YEA BABY!! Kicked Ass and took names! I was able to get through all the reps and even jumped up at the end of it all. Last Thursday I could hardly get up off the floor...Not Monday, in fact, I jumped up and cheered (to myself of course) as all the high schoolers just looked with puzzled faces. I was pumped I made it through...I was determined! I won't be able to go to class this Thursday, buy will be back on Monday pumped and ready for more! Now I know why my cousin is a tooth pick...all this dancing and moving..whew!

My public yoga classes are going really well. I had a new student on Monday, so that was great. The regulars are really excited and want more and more... We are going through the principles, and we are on inner spiral right now. Next week outer spiral...so fun! Now keep in mind these are all people who have never done yoga, so they are still learning their bodies, and how to move them....I have seen improvement all ready. It is really exciting!

Ty is on the basketball team for his pre-school. They have been having practice after school, and loves it! They begin the season next week so this will be interesting. They have been holding practice at the high school I graduated from. Being there has taken me back to the 80's (OK giving my age away) and remembering walking those halls and cheering in that gym...WOW! The school now has a new gym, but we are holding practice in the old gym which is used for PE classes. I have to say that it is a bit disheartening...the school looks really run down. I had a great 4 years there, but it is so not the same...sad! Oh well, life goes on. Taking a flashback was fun though. I was walking Cade around showing him where I took classes and hung out...he really didn't care, I was talking more to myself than anything.

Speaking of flashbacks, Halloween is around the corner, and my son TY is dying to wear his costume. He runs around the house with the mask, but I have yet to allow him to wear the full costume. He is going to be Iron Man...he is chomping at the bit!
Cade doesn't dress up. He refuses! He loves to see all the costumes, but doesn't want to wear any. Jason mentioned I should make a t-shirt that says "Don't do costumes, but will take your candy!" Oh my gosh...that is soooooo CADE!!!
Oh wait I started with "speaking of flashbacks". Yes back to that. I was convinced by a few individuals to do this, so for Halloween I will be wearing my high school senior year cheerleaders uniform. Yes it still fits, and it is intact. My mom has all my uniforms, but that is the only one that still fits. I have the pom poms, the socks, the bloomers everything. The uniform is 20 years old...can you believe it? It freaks me out to even say it! I may allow pics to be taken if so, I will think about posting, we shall see!

Anyway, off to errands and such...have a fab day!!! :)

SO I Thought I Was In Shape??

I was telling you all about my cousins dance studio where I am now teaching yoga classes on Monday and Wednesday mornings....well, she has been after me to take some of her classes.
Just a little history...I began dancing when I was two. My mom registered me for ballet classes with the local dance studio. Apparently for the first month all I did was parade around in my dance outfit, just kinda doing my own thing...I like to call it lyrical and expressive dance. Since all the other children were a bit more disciplined, my mom pulled me out and waited until I turned three. Much better I suppose, because I continued my dance career until I was eighteen years of age. I took all types from ballet to toe, flamenco to jazz. I went off to college, took some dance courses there, but decided to make my mark as a college cheerleader...but that is another story.
Back to the present: Since I really had not found a place to practice public yoga, and quite frankly I really don't kick my own ass like Christina would if I were in her public classes, so I need to find some other form to compensate. I decided to take my cousin's hip hop class....That's right you read it correctly...H I P H O P class.
I went Thursday evening, as my mom stayed with the boys. How bad could one hour class be?? The warm up great! The moves took me back to the 80's when I was in fact dancing and cheering at the same time. It was those get down moves. I for one love to dance. LOVE IT!!! I married a fab dancer (who knew for a white guy), so we are known to go out on the dance floor and bust a move here and there...I can shake what my momma gave me.
ANYWAY, I was able to keep up great with all the little high schoolers (16-18). I was moving and groovin' until we came down to the floor. The music changed, and we began the series of 150 sit ups and crunches...(excuse my language-never said this was a G rated blog) HOLY SHIT!!!! !&^%#&$))@&^$%@($&!!!!!! (those were a few other choice words that I will refrain from). As I was struggling after the first 60ish or so...it was down hill! I looked around and these girls are jammin and moving while doing there sets...no break in between, transitioning from crunches to obliques, to coming up and back down to floor while keeping legs on floor....SERIOUSLY?? I was dying!! After it was said and done the sit ups that is, I laid there just laughing at myself as these kids popped off the floor. Talk about painful- body and ego...in fact it is two days later and I am still hurting! Boy was that a rude awakening?? You can betcha I will be ready for next week baby! Yes, I am going back, and not only am I going back on Thursday's, but I am starting Monday's as well. This chicky will be able to keep up with the teeny boppers! Just wait and see. I think it will be good. Practice yoga in the am daily and shake my bootie Monday and Thursdays... what could be better?? I guess yoga classes with Christina, but not an option so I work with what I have :)
Let you know how it goes!

It's been a little while

So I have been in this funk of not wanting to get on the computer and blog...I have felt like I am saying the same things over and over again, because things are really the same around here...honestly, gotta tell you, it's really hard here without Jason! Not hard like I can't do it hard, but hard because I really miss him!! I see all these families together and husbands and wifes...I get sad...I think that's where my funk may stem from?? Besides, that the everyday ritual of:

I take the boys to school, I take my niece and nephew to school, run errands, sometimes take grandma places, pick up boys, homework, dinner, bath, books, bed. That's pretty much in a nutshell. SO there you have it!

I didn't feel like blogging, could not really find anything to say, but last week began a great change... I began teaching public yoga classes. It's been in the making for a while, and it finally started. I am really excited about taking the seat of the teacher again. My cousin has a fab studio and I teach and practice there. It's Lovely! The group is starting to grow, and I look forward to seeing where this goes! All the students are beginners beginners, so I can mold them into my image...na just kidding!! We can really work on the basics and learn proper form and principles...It's gonna be GREAT!!
I know it's really hard to keep up with me when you can't read my happenings, but now you know why. You have not missed much! You really don't want to read the same things over and over again...AND...I still want you guys tuning in here and there!
I want to say thanks to Faith and Kara for your comments on my last entry..you guys are the best!! Miss you! I needed to hear that going into these new classes.
Here is a picture of the ad that was run in the local paper...



My butt looks really big and wide in the first pic, but I guess the second one is OK.
So there you have it folks. I teach on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9-10...come take a class. We are working on a eight weeks series and will go from there.

All Things are Essentially Good

So besides having a kick ass teacher for my asana practice, an amazing founder that I have had the privilege to meet, and the best most fantastic kula ever, Anusara Yoga has taught me probably one of the most important life lessons...Find the good in ALL things!!!Based off the tantric philosophies that inform Anusara Yoga, all things are essentially good. We are part of the divine and therefore, created in likeness so forth and so on...
I preface this musing with this intro to tell the story of what happened yesterday morning.
I decided that I would venture off into the land of Laredo yoga. I had heard about the studio when I first moved here, went by during the mid morning-it was closed, called and spoke with one of the owners, and as to not get into details, was not to impressed in what I had seen and heard. I just dropped it and left it alone until this week. Wednesday night, I thought I would give it a second try, and go take a class on Thursday. After dropping off kids at school, I was on my way for an 8:30 am class, really excited and energetic, and ready to work. Afer coming back from CO I have been on this high, and I wanted it to continue. The title was "diverse yoga", which from the start meant nothing to me, but oh well let's give it the old college try, shall we!
I was greeted as soon as I walked in the door, and asked for my information. The instructor introduced herself to me, and told me about the class. Basically in their world, diverse is meant to tailor to the students. The instructor will look and assess the class then tailor to what is in front..OK whatever...
I entered into a beautiful yoga room, with candles lit, lovely music filling the room, and a wonderful wood floor and bamboo walls...oh what a nice setting. I had some time to center myself, and the class started. The instructor was very soft spoken (not what I am used to - no offense Christina you know I love you) which I actually had a hard time hearing. The movements were linked to breath (great), but we sat for the first 15 min of class stretching shoulders, neck, back..etc...definelty not an Anusara class, not dymamic movement linked with breath-(not that I was expecting it because in my first encounter the owner had never heard of Anusara Yoga). So when we finally stood up, and got moving, after one round of sun salutations, I was corrected on everything. I was the poster child in the room of what NOT to do. Apparently I have double jointed elbows (I never lock out my arms), my down dog was to long(I know how to gage length in DD), as I went into a slight backbend from standing, I was told I was compressing my lower back (which is highly unlikely if I was not feeling it and had pelvic loop going on), my caturanga-four limbed pose was aggressive (I just went down into caturanga people), and there is more that I really don't want to get into, but at the end of class, the kicker, I was told that I did have powerful practice, but that it's not always about physical. I needed to slow down, and find inner peace when in practice, and not be so aggressive, and leave ego at the door. I have always been taught from my teacher that when you are taking from another instructor, you are the student and you do what you are told. Of course I know enough to implement the principles with all that I do, but clearly this teacher did not know me or my background. Now by no means am I the greatest practitioner ever(did I say that out loud??), I know that I have volumes to learn, but I think I have the basics pretty down pact?? SO all this to say that I am sure she was coming from a good place, and it was a lovely experience that I shall remember for a while. I will use it grow and learn from. I have taken classes in other methods, not quite sure what method this was (she didn't either), but non the less, not the right class or instructor for me. I have had people come to my class once to never return again. That's okay, I don't take offense. I know that I am not the teacher for everyone. You all at Dell had no choice.(lol) I have often told my former students that you will know when a teacher is right for you. You must first listen to the Grand Teacher within, and all will fall into place! Om Namah Shivaya Gurave- I offer myself to the Light the True Teacher within and without. Anusara Yoga baby!
SO to come full circle, I have looked at the whole experience as good, and will use this to grow and flourish, and continue on this path thing called yoga! It's Gonna Be Great!

Pics Pics Pics

Just a few pics to recap the event...obviously doesn't skim the surface! Oh so much more to say, but off to practice...don't want to loose what grounds I covered while gone. Lots of love!


Me and John Friend (the man!)


Me and Jesse


**For the next set of pics have the song "Jesse's Girl" by Rick Springfield going through your head :)


Jesse singing


Jen jamm'n


Kristen Jamm'n


Jill jamm'n


Jesse's Girls!


ok party over!



Christina, Jen and Kim



Austin Kula


Me and Sianna Sherman


That's how high baby!

AHHH the Joys of Anusara Yoga

So I wish I had had the opportunity to muse while I was in the moment; however, no computer available. Pam did bring hers, but with her new found responsibilities, I did not have the desire to share my thoughts at 3:00 in the mornings. For those of you who don't know my friend Pam, she is part of my Kula, part of Jesse's girls (that is a whole other story). She was approached by Yoga Journal, the sponsor of the conference, to have her blog listed on their website for all the world to see. Pam is an AMAZING writer, and her blog is wonderful. I have her listed in my links and friends area...you should take a look-see. Anywho, with her obligation to her readers and fans, she spent any free time on the computer...her public awaits! Love you Pammy!!

So now I am back at home, back to my world. Still on somewhat of a high, getting back into routines and schedules. Before I go any further, I really want to thank those who made this adventure possible!!
First and foremost my husband Jason! He without a doubt is the best husband in the world. He supports me in my endeavors, and with out question or doubt, is behind me 150%. Thank you my love for your support and encouragement to go after my dreams. I could not do it without your belief in me!
Secondly my mom. She willingly kept my children while I was gone. She got them ready in the mornings for school, did homework with them, fed them, bathed them and made sure they got a good nights rest. All the while working full time, she still made sure my children came first...THANKS MOM!! I love you!
Thirdly, one of my bestest-estes-estes friends CJ. She picked my children up from school everyday, and bravely made the journey (with her boys in tote as well-totaling4 boys in her suv)to drop them off with my brother. Thank you again CJ for your support, and your bravery in toting my children all around Laredo for me. YOU ROCK!
Lastly, but definitely not LEAST, my brother Tony and his wife Veronica. They kept the boys at their house until my mom got off of work. Thanks for feeding my children if they were wanting a snack and dealing with the noise after a long day in the classroom with your own students. I appreciate it beyond words!
Okay, whew...can there be more? It took how many people to help so I could escape for a few days?? JEEZ! Well it worked it only took half of Laredo to help out, but I made it!

SO how can I possible condense this trip? I have so much to say about it, but I know you all don't have all day to read one blog...especially those from my kula who read 50 million others...(we like to read and blog in our gang).
So I will try this condensed version and may have to elaborate in future rants!

Total time gone- Sunday, Sept 21-Thursday, Sept. 25
Opening ceremonies on Sunday evening.
Every morning began with 45min meditation lead by a different philosophy scholar daily. Master class with the founder of the Anusara Yoga Method, John Friend, from 9:30-12:30. Different theme each day, but I will say this people...we were 800 students in the class...that's right 800! During the practice he wanted us up in handstand...okay so picture with partners...at different times 400 people going up into handstand (remember we are working with partners). AMAZING! Class each day enlightening, inspiring, energizing, invigorating, loving, challenging...I can go on and on.
Everyday I had a different afternoon workshop. Here was the deal:
**Monday- Noah Maze with "Hanuman's Leap"( basically a class where the end result is the splits- called monkey pose in English)Yeah BABY! Advil for me the next day..all day! oh yeah my body, especially the lower half, talked to me all day...well screamed really all day!
**Tuesday- Sarah Faircloth with "Draw into the midline"- arm balances---really cool party tricks!
**Wednesday- Sianna Sherman with "backbends"- no explanation needed. I was in some amazing pretzel poses folks...things I had never done before and poses I had not been able to get into I did. I left that class in such a high, with such a glow and kick ass spirit!
All my teachers certified Anusara Yoga teachers and ALL fab! There were so many classes to choose from, it was really hard, but I was very pleased!! More than very...very very!
I have to say though the first full day, Monday, I was really tired, and skipped a lecture with the philosophy experts(don't tell John Friend), and went to my room. Pammy skipped with me and we hung out and were in bed by 8:20. That really helped me for the rest of the time there.
I will post some pics soon, and elaborate then on some more key things about Estes Park YMCA of the Rockies, and the FIRST EVER Anusara Yoga Grand Gathering!

Greetings from Estes Park CO

Just a quick update...I know I have a hard time being quick,but really a quickie got to get to John Friends Master class...First ever Anusara Grand Gathering has been AMAZING!!! This location tops, and the energy is hard to put into words...The beauty that surrounds me is amazing, and the people, well what can I say it's the KULA! More pics and specifics when I return, but know that up here I am sending good energy and thoughts to you all back home! What an amazing opportunity!

My Love is Here!!

Sorry Scott!!! As far as the rest of last week, not much to report. I did however have an outing with my brother on Friday night...I have so much to say about that, but not now. When I have more time I will!! Juicy stuff!
Just a quick blurb...Jason is here for two weeks!! YEAH!!!!
He arrived Monday morning, and I picked him up in SA. After a quick brunch, we headed back to Laredo to pick up the boys from school...They were really excited to see him!! Cade ran into Jason's arms the minute he saw him. Ty ran past him, then came back and jumped on him...We need to take pics so I can post.
Today we ran some errands after dropping off kids and just hung out and caught up! I am loving this quality time together...the boys have all his attention after they get out from school...More to come as the week unravels..
Tomorrow we head to Corpus for the day with my Grandma. Just a quick trip, but it will be fun!

Quality Time with Mom

So my mom and I took full advantage of the holiday! The boys had school, so we hit the town. We dropped the kids off at 8:25, and were on our way to Starbucks. I treated my mom to white chocolate mocha...yum my fav! During our latte time, I was on the phone with my cousin Beka talking yoga stuff. At one point, my mom made a comment about yoga, and before we knew it there was a gentleman coming straight for our table. As he approached, he said "forgive me but I really was not ease dropping I just heard you say something about yoga...I want to know where I can go to do yoga?" Before I knew it my mom had already engrossed in conversation, given him my bio, told him he HAD to take classes from me, and next thing I knew, he was giving me his business card with his email to let him know when I will start teaching(which starts in a few weeks). OK so for those of you who know my mom..she is quick..light speed and can talk anyone under the table! So needless to say I have a student eager and willing, and the best part, he is going to tell all his friends and they will take classes too..yeah! (World domination continues Christina)...Thanks Mom!! After coffee, we headed straight for the mall. Macy's was having a sale, so we were sale bound! I found some darling sparkly sandals that were on sale from $80 to $32..SCORE!!! one of my favorite colors is sparkly, even better, my mom bought them for me!!! YEAH BABY! Oh how it takes me back to old times when my mom would make the purchases for me...no responsibility, no worries, obviously no kids..okay tangent. Anyway, after the mall, we went to the nail salon..mom got a pedicure and I got a manicure..I had already had a pedicure so I opted for the hands...fun. Off to lunch from there...sushi! Before we knew it, we had only two hours left, and so much more we wanted to do, so we headed downtown. Downtown Laredo is the place to go if you want costume jewelry, perfume, and little nick knack stuff. The prices are awesome, and you can find great deals. Perfume prices are much less than the dept stores, and for the same thing. My grandmother was out of her ultra fav perfume, so we headed walking down this one drag in search of her flavor. I the process, I bought a new fragrance, Ed Hardy, yum O! I don't wear perfume often, but occasionally if I want to smell like something other than essential oils. Before we knew it we were pulling into the house at 3:05,just in time to pick up the boys. Whew! What fun! It had been a while since my mom and I had spent time like that. Usually we had the boys with us, or we were only gone for 1-2 hours because of the boys. Fun Times!!
On to a new day, and off to practice yoga baby!

WOW time flies

So I can't believe that it has been over a week since I have blogged...where has the time gone??
I have been busy, and some days not so busy...I have spent some good time with my grandmother that I would not have if the boys were with me. We have been to lunch and shopping...I LOVE SHOPPING!! It is so funny how my shopping has changed. Before I would buy only for me, and not think about anyone else. Now, I walk into a store, and think about my boys. My grand purchase for the day was cookie cutters. Giant cookie cutters with the letters of the alphabet in stainless steel. It has been raining here, and how fun would it be to make cookies with the boys in their initials and decorate with icing?? Great indoor activity! I'll let you know how it goes. For those of you laughing right now..stop! I know, my grandmother and I laughed a bit too, but I can do this..I know I know, it has never been my forte, but I want to now...that's the difference! Going back to my grandma, she has always been a big part of my life. She is the best grandmother in the world! (of course I would say that!) Now that she is a bit older (88), she can't move as fast, but that does not stop her...you better step aside when that walker comes your way! Anyway, needless to say, we have had some fun! On the days that I was around the house, I have been working on my immersion questions (these are the ones that I need to turn in toward the next step in my certification process). I am enjoying looking up the one's that I am not sure about, and I am loving the fact that I know a bunch...who knew? I guess it is all up there somewhere in my head!?
So let me tell you what has been weighing heavy on my heart. I was watching TV the other day (can you believe it, and it wasn't Thomas the train, or shrek or any cartoon) and on this talk show they are having a contest about a life experience that has happened to you, good or bad, that has changed your life forever. I could not help but begin to cry. We all have our stories and our experiences that we have been through. I truly believe that they are vital in out growth and our learning. The outcome of mine was falling in love, getting married, and have two wonderful boys! My story is to long to go through right now, but perhaps for another musing? The long of the short of it is .... LIFE IS TO SHORT! I learned that we never know what curves life brings, and we should always live the best life we can day by day! We all go through our daily routines, sometimes not stopping to realize that we just went through this whole week without reaching out to someone, telling someone how you feel about them, giving a hug, a compliment, or just extending a had out to someone. FOLKS WE NEED TO!! I know that I am guilty of this and I need to be better at it. For a while I was and then you get so wrapped up in the mundane things that you forget the important ones. After thinking long and hard I have made some decisions, and I will put some actions in to play. I want to live each day like I won't have another...I hope you do too!
Going back to the contest, the winners will have song written about their experience by a professional songwriter and get flown to NY...pretty cool!
Not that I will enter, but if anything...something to think about!

All the time in the world- no time for anything

So since the boys have been in school, you would think that I would have all this time to myself, and do what I want to do for me me me....well it just seemed like I have had no time...
I have been running errands that are necessary, cleaning the house, no fun, and last week helped my brother 3 days in his 5Th grade classroom ( I really didn't mind it Tony don't get bent out of shape) just saying there has been no pedi, massage, lounging, shopping, naps etc...
For whatever reason this has happened, I told myself NO MORE!
I came down with a stomach bug on Wednesday in the wee hours of the morning, and I am just feeling better today. I took the boys to school, came back and sat on the couch and drank some tea! AHHHHH yummy chai, and I sat until now that I am at the computer. In a bit I need to get my brakes repaired, but the rest of the day will be spent on the couch and recovering from the tummy thing!
Just a quick update on the boys and school...apparently they are model students. The teacher told my mom yesterday, they are perfect students and Cade is excellent and following all instructions....who would have thought that the child who threw himself on the floor, is now the model student of his class...I knew he would be fine once he settled in. Of course Ty is always perfect so that one does not surprise me! I would rather deal with Cade my ":spirited child" issues at home then the teachers in the classroom...
Well, off to a nice lazy day. I have not had one of those since well, before TY was born and he is 4 1/2. Yeah! Don't you think it's time??

Updates

In my last post I talked about the book I was reading and the tips I was putting into play...so far so good. Like I said, I have gotten a different perspective on my "spirited child", and I am much more relaxed about the situation thrown at me. I have stumbled and raised my voice, and even threaten to beat him (haha), but I haven't had to go that far... Since my last post, the boys have started school full time. Monday morning we got up, had breakfast, and got dressed for school. The boys are going to a private school and therefore wear uniforms. Well for those of you who know Cade, he likes certain things on his little body, and these poly uniforms aren't doing it for him. War was on! It was a battle, lots of laughing, and encouraging from Ty, and in the end, I won that battle, but the war was still on! So onto school. Anything that is a "first time" for Cade is going to be hard. We walked in to the school, and were greeted by Ty's teacher, and he was off. He turned to say "Bye Mommy....love you!" and he was off to his Pre-K Class. I was then greeted by Cade's teacher, who attempted to take Cade to his room when the war came to it's climax! Cade began yelling and crying, clinging on to me for dear life, and when he was pried off me, threw himself on the floor, and kicked and screamed NO! I moved away as he remained on the floor for other parents to witness. The more the teacher tried the louder he got. We both decided to leave him alone for a bit, and the parents coming in had to walk over him...can you imagine? Walking over him to get into the rooms...I was beside myself! He is dramatic, energetic and assertive child. I had to take myself out of the situation, and leave. The teacher recommended that I go. I called about 10:30 am, and he was fine. After his production, he got up went to the couch in the room, and settled down. When I went to pick them up, he was all smiles, and ready to go home. Yesterday and today, were fine. He is walking it, but going straight to the couch. He is however supposed to go to the table, but we have not gotten that far yet. The teacher say that when they begin the pledge, he comes to the table and does what he is told, so all in all it is just a show for mom, and attempting to show that he rules...SERIOUSLY! is all I have to say...so much Drama! I think that the war is about over, since he wearing the uniform now without a fight, and I am not struggling anymore as of today...whew! oh and of course I WON! It may have taken a couple days, but I WON!! HA! He IS going to school, he IS wearing the uniform, and he IS NOT crying anymore. He is the type of child that need structure and routine, and these last few months have had non of that.
Jason had an MRI yesterday on his back..more to come with the results of that when I find out.
I have been trying to relax and enjoy my time off from the boys...I am so used to going and going, that I am having trouble just sitting. I find myself getting up to do things that are really not needed...I did however go out to find a job teaching yoga yesterday... My cousin owns a dance studio here, and she asked that I teach two classes at her studio a week, so that will be good. I will start that at the end of Aug, but I also went to the yoga studio here, so we shall see.
So for today, I am going to help my brother in his classroom, then to the movies with my sister-in-law to watch Mama Mia, then to lunch! yeah! I will be busy today, but great!
More to come soon..in the mean time be the best person you can be!! Let you iner light shine for all to see!
over and out!

In my spare time

So in my spare time (which is not that much) I have been reading this book, (along with many others- {I seem to do that a lot}) which was recommended to me by one of my friends in Austin, Rebecca Leddick, on kids. I have two totally different kids, and I have been at somewhat of a loss with Cade my three year old. Ty has been so easy to mold, brainwash and create that perfect image (haha), and with Cade it's like I know nothing and it's like I am starting from scratch with my first. Ty made being a new mom not easy, but I was able to pull from my bag of tricks, kept my fingers crossed, and was lucky that it worked. With Cade, this is a whole different level of bag of tricks that I am not prepared for. You know how they say that you are never really prepared for kids and such, well you are not, and I am at a complete loss with this one.
So anyway, the book is titled "Raising Your Spirited Child" by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka. So far it is fab! I have gotten some insight on my "spirited child". I have to say not only is it giving me in site on my own child, but people in general. I have taken classes on personalities and such which have been great, but this is different. Myself, being such a strong personality,(I know I know a surprise to most of you) I have a hard time bringing myself down to other personalities. I have gotten so much better, and continue to grow in that aspect, and now feel I can take it to another level with this book. This not only helps with Cade, but with my students in teaching yoga. I have come across all kinds, and I am fascinated trying to figure people out. It takes all kinds to make the world go around.
One of the topics that has stuck out for me is labeling. As a society we are so quick to place labels on things and people. I know I am quick to describe my children in a certain manner, be it with love, but non the less labeling. In the book it talks about redesigning labels. Replacing old negative labels with New and exciting labels. As I am writing this on a side note, so much of this ties into the philosophy of Anusara Yoga... everything is essentially good (yeah baby)...sorry for those non anusaraies....anyway replacing labels:
So instead of my describing Cade as "loud" I should say he is "enthusiastic" and "zestful". Instead of "demanding" I should say "Holds high standards". Do you know how hard that has been? How much thought it has taken on my part? Again we get into these labeling free for alls, and hard to get out of them...two of my favorites is instead of "WILD"-"Energetic" and "Impatient"-"Compelling"... I could go on and one, but basically these feelings and images of these new labels creates a better feeling and attitude about the situation at hand. It will feel better to be around a child who is "assertive"(stubborn) "dramatic"(explosive) "analytical"(whiny) etc...We can be more tolerant, open, and creative as a result. I have started to put this to play, and well, I'll keep doing it with a smile, and faith. I'll let you know as the days go on...
Cade is HUGE on positive reinforcement, and I can see that certain things are working and some not so much, but again work in progress.
So I am carrying this over into my marriage as well. Jason and I have a great connection and relationship, but things can always improve. Though there are quite a bit of similarities between Jason and myself, there are big differences. I am the one that doesn't shut up, and and wants answers now. Jason is the one that sits back, watches, listens, and takes time to answer. By me focusing on his strengths, I can take a positive effect on the things that can drive me crazy about my husband. We all have things that drive each other crazy, but it getting past them in a positive way...So instead of being annoyed that Jason doesn't always talk or comment etc, I can appreciate that he is "prudent" and perhaps "analyzing" the subject at hand. I can replace my impatience with deep respect that my husband is intelligent enough to make excellent decisions and creative solutions that are worth the wait. (ooohhhh pretty deep right?) Don't get me wrong friends, this will not be over night, but I am encouraged and determined to think this way. Fortunately my husband is also EXTREMELY patient, and knows that I am a work in progress...so I guess to come full circle, I have created my own monster with Cade that I need to change all the way around...well at least I have recognized it right?
Well lots of work ahead of me. Now I have to rest my brain so I can be up for the challenge!
Just some food for thought!

Fun Times with Daddy

We had such a great time with Jason. While Jason was here, Cade was all over him. It was nice to have a bit of a break....He loves his daddy!! After we got back from Austin, the rest of the week we hung out with family, Jason and I went out to dinner and a movie (the batman movie ROCKS!), and out to celebrate my sister-in-laws bday. Spent time at parks, and hung out at my brothers house. On Friday, we went to Sea World in SA, and then I had to take him to the airport on Saturday. I was really sad that he had to leave. I cried almost half way to Laredo.
I am already having some issues with Cade missing Jason. I knew it was going to be hard on him. Ty is so easy going, and is not as attached as Cade is to Jason. Oh well, back to schedule and routines with me and the boys. I will get to see Jason in Oct. for his graduation from Infantry school, then again for Christmas....hopefully getting ready to leave for the islands, unless he has more training....

Here are some pics from the last week including swimming lessons.

Ty before swimming lessons

Ty in the pool

Me and Claudia children's museum

Ty airline pilot

Cade playing grocery store

Me and my sister-in-laws (Veronica and Janie)

Jason and two of my brothers ( Mark and Tony)

AWWWW we look so good together!

Me and Tony (I can't get over how much we look alike!)

Me and Mark (We kinda look alike.)

Map checking at Sea World

Shamu

Cade in pool- Can you believe it!

Ty sliding down slide

Ben and Ty


I had so many it was hard to choose! Boys start school next Monday (yipee) and I can have some time to myself! On to get ready to walk the kids I mean walk the dog and take the kids to the park...fun times!

Family Fun

We have been having such a good time with Jason, it is going to be hard to see him go! Just a quick recap of the days thus far.....

Thursday 7/24 Moved to higher grounds....left Laredo just in time for the hurricane to hit, and snuck off to Christina's class only to not have classes from Christina but to have classes from her sister Ann. Ann taught great classes, but I was looking for my Christina fix. Picked up the boys, and headed to SA where Jason's plane came in on time so I was a bit late...ooops! Hey better late then never right?

Friday 7/25 Had lunch at Cheesecake Factory- YUM!!! Of course I had a piece cheesecake...how can you not! My fav is banana creme- OMG! (in a high pitched voice) LOVE IT!! Took the boys to children's museum- lots of fun, and hung out with fam and friends.

Saturday 7/26 Went to Lifetime Fitness with friends Claudia, David and Lauren, and hung out at the pool/water park thingy. Blast! Ty was able to show off his swimming abilities, and Cade just splashed around (remember he is a swimming lesson drop out). Onto Austin where Jason had his first acupunture session ever...all I can say is that Craig Williams is FABULOUS!!!! If you need acupunture this is the guy! Check him out in my links section.

Sunday 7/27 I went to a decorating class with Beka. This is my other passion. I love to decorate! I was great info and the theme was color. Hello...I love color, I am all about it. Life without color is not worth living! Not to mention accessories! Jason had another session with Craig, and went to dinner with our family date night friends from here in austin, Andrew Rebecca, Aidan and Ava.

Today 7/28 well here I am musing, and the boys are playing with trains. Jason is with Craig, and we are heading back to Laredo later today. We are stopping in SA to update my military ID, and on to Laredo.

I-35 and I have been close this last week between Laredo, Austin, SA, Austin, SA, Laredo. At the end of the week, I will meet again with the close highway of mine to go to Sea World and drop Jason off *tear*.

So off to get ready to go. More to come :0

Busy Day

Let me start by saying that we are fine! For those that have emailed or called concerned with the weather and how Dolly is effecting (is it affect or effect- I get confused) us, not to worry....it is very windy and very rainy, but no hurricane and no power outages as of yet. Who knows if there is more to come. Hope not cause I got things to do!! During swimming it was raining, but the kids were already wet, so no biggie, so long there was not lightening. After that, we stayed indoors yesterday, just because we were getting ready for today, and it was drizzling on and off, but the top fell out last night. I am looking out the window as I write, and the trees are really blowing everywhere. You really never see that in South Texas. We are off to Austin/SA to pick up Jason this am. He is here for 10 days. I am really excited about it!
I am driving straight to Austin to take classes from Christina first, then pick up the boys at my aunts house and down to SA I go. Jason comes in about 8:45 tonight, so it works out perfect! Gotta get my practice with Christina on when I can :)
We have all kinds of things scheduled while he is here. Not sure how much I will be at the computer, but will definitely update with pics and such once he is gone *sniffle*.
Off to pack the truck and get organized. Don't worry I will be careful mom!

Poetry in Motion

This past weekend I was in San Marcos with Christina for a teacher training "part two". This was a continuation from the one I attended in June. I can't even begin to tell you how great it was to be with my Kula again. The more that it settles in that I am gone from Austin for a long while, the more I miss my Anusara community. I love the fact that I can walk into a room, people are happy to see me, we are all excited catching up, and even though we are all different, we are all there for the same reason....the first day was such a reminder of that, as well as we really aren't all that different.
Anyway, one of the exercises that we had to do was bring in your favorite poem to class. Oh SHIT! Do nursery rhymes count. As I went through in my head- hey diddle diddle, Mary had a little lamb, jack be nimble...dam nothing is working! This point in my life folks with two toddlers. That is the closest to "poems" that I have gotten in a while. Besides the fact that my daily routines and such were turned up side down with my first born, things like reading, journaling, naps, etc, have gone down the toilet as well. I barely get time to go to the bathroom by myself....
So I was staying with Pammy, who is the queen of inspiration and writing, asking for her help, she through like 5 books at me (really didn't throw), so that I could go through. This was the morning that it was due, and I was doing this right before we left. Totally had forgotten the night before. Pam also pulled out folders in which she was keeping inspirational pieces that she has collected over the years....WOW! Going through books, articles etc. I found this one...It really hit home for me. Others did too, but this spoke to me, and is in conjunction with the philosophies that inform Anusara Yoga. For Anusara Yoga to be Anusara Yoga there are certain ingredients that need to be present (just like pound cake story- ha external linking~for those in my training). Heart based themes are a big/main ingredient. According to the philosophies that inform Anusara Yoga ( I got that line down pact), everything is good. We are part of the Divine being all Good, and therefore we are all Good! So this poem hits that home for me.

Being Human Is Being Special
by Naomi Drew

I look in the mirror and who do I see,
My very own person who looks just like me.
I look at my eyes, I look at my face,
Knowing that no one on earth or in this space
Is quite like I am, one of a kind.
My body is special and so is my mind,
Each person alive has something to give.
We each make a difference each day that we live.
I love myself and I love others too.
The world is a special place,
'Cause it has me and you.

*tear* *sniffle* I just really love it!
So off to swimming classes...more later on Inspiration and stuff.

~Special thanks to Pam, and to Christina for much inspiration and helping my knowledge and thoughts grow and expand beyond my boundries and my box!

I love pictures

Here is just a photo blog entry of some of my favorite pics of the last few months....

Splish Splash not takin' a bath

Batman in the house

Cupcakes r yummy

Hook Em J

Huh?

Look mommy no swim trunks

yep, there's my belly

Cade at best

Austin Tricycle

Jas & Beka

AWWWW aren't we cute!

Just a couple of drinky drinks

Potty Training, Gymnastics and Swimming- OH MY!!

One week has passed and I am proud to report that Cade is doing great with his potty training...in fact there is no more timer, and he is going on his own. We have got the "pee pee" down, and now working on the poops...it's usually the last to come. I know for those who don't have kids TMI, but sorry, this is where my life is right now. In fact, I rock since I had to do it on my own (look I have to pat myself on the back to be able to move on!). With Jason gone I had to count on Ty (my 4 yr old) to help, but in between computer games, superheros, and his own agenda, I was really on my own. You know these 4 yr olds have a very busy schedule!
So I wanted plenty of activities for the month of July since it is unbelievably hot here, and I can't just keep the boys contained in 4 walls. We started gymnastics and swimming classes. Saturday was our first gym class. Ty loved it Cade screamed the entire time. In fact, he would not even participate unless I was in the gym. Just my luck, I thought I would have 1 hour of peace, and instead I was among 10 or so running toddlers...story of my life. We will try again this weekend only my mom will be taking them since I will be in Austin for teacher training (well really San Marcos). Swimming started on Monday. Ty LOVES it, and of course Cade ran around screaming and yelling NO! If you have not seen a pattern yet with Cade, well one is arising. I don't even want to think how it will be when he starts school. Cade is one of those kids who have a hard time with change, which is not in my favor being a military family. Once he gets a chance to get in the groove so to speak, he will be fine, but it is always a battle at first. Ty was always so easy, so I am not sure how to handle these things sometimes. Swimming classes are 45 minutes in the pool. Monday Cade was in the pool for 20 minutes then he was put in time out for running around and not listening. Who gets put in time out during swimming class? Yesterday he was in the pool for 7 minutes, and wanted out, he was done. He came to me and said "mommy dress now!". My first thought was "no, you ARE going to get in the pool and you WILL have fun!!, but then I came to my senses. Seriously Jen, forcing him to have fun. I am not going to force him to have fun, but I do want him to try it. We will try again today, and if not, I will not take him back. Perhaps next year. Hopefully I can get my money back...we shall see. Send good thoughts our way.
That's all for now. Have to get ready for swim class... I need to really hype it up so he wants to go and it will be his idea...you see what I have to deal with folks??
Do they take 3 year olds in boarding school?? haha

In the Depths of Potty Training

So since Monday I have been potty training my long over due 3 year old. We tried before he turned 3 in Jan but to no avail. We tried again after he turned 3 in Feb, only to be left up to my ears in diapers. I gave up for March- couldn't deal with rejection, tried again in April, but obviously I am in the process now. May was crazy with the move coming, and June I was in the middle of no where.....so here we are in July, and I am determined! We started off the morning on Monday with the whole ritual of throwing all the diapers in the trash. Cade actually threw them in himself, as myself, Ty and my mom said good bye to "diapies". The timer came on. With my first I used a timer 30 min time frames and within 2 weeks completely completely potty trained before he turned 3...this second one is a different monster. Anyway, so when the timer goes off, we all yell "Pee Pee time!", and there is a conga line to the potty. Cade loves praise so we make a big deal when he goes....I am happy to report that even though it is a lot of work, he is doing great. No accidents since Monday morning, and he wakes up dry in the morning..oh wait "PEE PEE TIME" be right back.......
OK back...score! After staying indoors for two days, we ventured out on Wed. First we went to Target so Cade could pick out his "big boy" chones (chones= underwear{Spanish slang}). I did that with Ty, and he wanted cars, batman, spiderman etc. As we stood there in front looking at the complete display, I called out a few, but he went straight for Dora the Explorer. Now for those who don't know they don't make Dora in boys. The ones he had in his hands were pink and lacy. What a struggle trying to get the Dora underwear out of his hands. I had to remove all the Dora underwear in sight. We finally decided on Diego, Thomas the Train, and Mikey Mouse. Geeze, what an ordeal. Here's a pic.
Thomas the Train chones


So now I have two peas in a pod- Speed Racer & Thomas chones


So after Target, we went to my grandfathers ranch. Now you have to know that here in South Texas, you have to have a ranch...seriously. People in Laredo are all about their ranches. So we went for a couple of hours. I was a bit nervous because until this point, Cade had run around in his birthday suit and had been sitting down to potty. Now he was going to get to go in the great outdoors standing up. Well folks all was well...we made it through.
Ty, Cade, Tony & Savannah on Tata's tractor


Since then we have been out and about, going to potties wherever we go. I have never been to so many public restrooms...I don't recommend it if you don't have to!!
We are working on #2... it is a work in progress..I know you all really wanted to know that :)
Long over due, we took poor Oliver to the beauty shop yesterday. Poor dog looked like he was a trash eating, back alley, roaming the streets, homeless dog. He had not been groomed since the beginning of May. Don't get me wrong he still is that kinda dog (LOL for those who know my dog), but is now groomed. He was clean the entire time, just could not see out of his eyes (me laughing)
Here's a pic with his bandanna. For those who don't know Oliver is always dressed.

I think today we are venturing out some more today....wish me luck! 5 days down, and counting-trust me!
Oh, Jason flies in July 24Th....I am SOOOOOO excited. He will be here in TX until Aug 2ND. Then I won't see him until I fly up for his graduation Oct. 30Th. uggghh, what a trip!

Pound Cake- All the Ingredients

So here is the deal with the pound cake story. I learned this throughout the weekend of Anusara Yoga teacher training back in June. Basically is getting down to the basics of things and building from there. Whether it is learning something new, or refining something you have been doing it is always a good start with a basic recipe. Still confused? Well, take teaching yoga for instance. Anusara Yoga to be specific. There is a basic formula that has to be in place for the class to be an Anusara Yoga class. If I don't plan out in advance or stick to basics I know and just jump in without following the "formula" there is a possibility that two things can happen. I could be really lucky it can go great, or it can really take a spiral down fast. I write of this because I am on a path to get certified in the Anusara Yoga method. I am in my final stages of becoming Anusara- Inspired status. The first step to the certification process. It's a long road people, but not difficult. My goal is to finish this by the time we leave for the islands. So really this fall. Even though this example basically is for me (well it is my blog anyway), really this example can go for anything in life. I obviously used teaching yoga because that is what I do. What do you do? By "baking a basic pound cake" (taking something on with care and precision), following the recipe to a T (really thinking it through), there is little room for error(unless you are like me that can burn toast), but seriously, there is a big difference. I learned in my training, that if you just bake a basic pound cake, follow the all the directions you will make a yummy cake, and edible cake. Once all of that is in place, and you can bake the recipe without looking at it, you are ready to add chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, etc. So many times in my life, I have jumped in with two feet, not thinking things through, and then once I am in, I am like "now what?" We can cultivate this sense of thought, planning, and putting it into motion the more we do it. For me and teaching yoga, I will get that pound cake recipe down, cause I really want to add chocolate chips..I love chocolate!! Thanks to all that support me through this journey, and to all my students from the Y and Dell who have allowed me to come into their lives and teach them something about this thing called yoga! (I hope I have anyway). Special thanks to my husband who has supported me since I started this new career of mine with training back in 2006. My love to you! Even though they can't read yet, thanks to my two vibrant boys whom I have missed weekends, evenings etc...Love you puk and coto. My cousin Beka and Sarah, and my mom whom have all watched my children when my husband had conflicting schedules...I could not have done it without you! OK now this is sounding like I have just won an academy award....Well I will be famous some day. I am constantly told I could win an award for Drama Queen...hehe

Deep in the Heart (I mean) South of Texas!!!

Hi everyone I am back!!! I arrived to Texas ground yesterday (Saturday)safely and in one piece. My brother was impressed with my driving skills and the ability to get up and go.....when I am on a mission step aside!! I needed to get back to Texas. Remember the goat story? Which by the way, after a few more times of the critter getting out, I was labeled the goat whisperer. After that, it was time that I honed into my super spidey senses and skills. Like I said, it was twice that the goat got out after the "big capture", then the third time, I just had to go up to her, say a few magic words (I can't disclose), and she went back in her pen. I did that a few times. Now that's good!! (lol) Again don't try this at home. Not all have the gift, and I have made a point and a promise to use my powers for good and not evil!

Anyway, I made it to my mom's house and began to get situated, well as much as I could. My mom lives alone, but seriously has a ton of SHtuff. Mission time is upon me, I will tackle more today, was just to tired from traveling 20 hours to get here yesterday. Let it be known that I was really sad to leave GA...really I was! Here is the thing, I like the outdoors and the clean air, really I do. I spend quite a bit of time with the boys outdoors, it keeps me sane. I just had the issue of things to do, instead of catching goats and walking around the woods...that can take the thrill only so far (although the goat story does rock). I enjoyed eating fresh veggies and fruits, fresh eggs as my father-in-law would say "fresh off a chickens ass.", but the "things" that I enjoy were pulling me back to TX. Kelly, if you are reading this, I may have given up to early, but that's OK. I have Starbucks, a mall, facialist, pedicurist, grocery stores that I like etc...You are a brave brave and stronger person than I was to last 8 weeks...you are my GA conquering hero! I like things way tooooooo much!!

So now that I am here, I will get situated, the boys will have some swimming lessons, school begins Aug 11, I will work on my Anusara Yoga Inspired status by the time I leave for the island, and I will taking a writers course. I have found that I enjoy these musings, and about 2 years ago I submitted this writing test, and low and behold, I was accepted. I had not done anything because I was taking my yoga teacher training, my anusara immersion, teaching public classes, taking care of two boys, juggling the grad school schedule with Jason so on and so on.....but now, I will have so much time to myself! The boys are starting school full time 8:30-3:30, and I am hoping to find a part time teaching job, and study and write. I am excited about it!!

So turning a new chapter in my life, perhaps I will get as good as you Christina, and write a book. For those of you who don't know my teacher Christina Sell, has a book out "Yoga from the inside out". An inspiring and insightful book that really hits home with self-love and self-image which now a days most women in society have issues with. Here comes a tangent: I have to tell you, after reading that book, reflecting and practicing yoga I have come to terms with who I am, the way I look, and my life in general. I can't tell you how I struggled with these things, and don't get me wrong I still do at times, but I am such a different person now, and know how to deal with it better. For that I am much happier and nicer person, and so is my family. Society paints this picture of what we, women, should look like, or what size we should be etc. This book really sheds a new light o things, you should read it if you need some inspiration or if you just want to. I started off because I just wanted to, and I am soooooooooooo glad I did!!! OK, done with that!! Small commercial for my teach! You can order her book from her I think?? Christina let me know if there is an easier way? I have her blog here and her website in my links, and if you are interested and still have problems contacting her let me know and I can hook you up! I have connections!! hehe

I seriously have so many stories to share with you some that I even laugh at during my month stay, but ohhh so much to say and so little time right now....but I do have my computer full time now. Jason and I were talking, well more like me complaining and him just listening, discussing and recapping this and that, and the Internet thing came up. Here I was complaining (see here it is again- I need to work on that) about his parents not have access for me and saying in my blog "seriously who doesn't have Internet", so I think that I am going to invest in a laptop or notebook with wireless Internet so I have it always! I have just found that I need more that I thought, and with my writing course and such, I will need it. I have a computer for now, so I am good, but definitely before we leave for the islands. Another problem solved.
More to come folks, and I have not forgotten about my pound cake story. I can blog daily or so now that I have access.

****Shout out to my Dell peeps! Thanks for tuning in!! I miss Y'all (I can say that now that I am back in TX)

AWWW good times!

I can't tell you how happy I am to be back into society, back into the real world. I do have to say in my in-laws defense, I do have fresh eggs, fresh veggies, and good home cooking, but still...NO INTERNET...seriously. Just some highlights from the last 3 weeks:
I found a sprinkler park that we frequented.
Visited the local park occasionally.
Drove to NC to a place called the Fun Factory.
Went to a local beach a few times, that was like the river turned beachish with sand.
Spent time around the house or went to the pasture.
That's about it folks...can you see why I was on the verge of insanity.
I really wish I could show pictures, perhaps another time.
Oh wait, I do have an out of character story that may amuse you...
One morning I was looking out the kitchen window only to find a baby goat had gotten out of the pen. My father-in-law was home, but was in no condition to catch a goat. Seriously how hard could it be? I had to step up and volunteer to catch the poor goat. He laughed straight at me, and thought it was the funniest thing. The little city girl was going out to attempt to be a country girl..hey I was ready for a challenge! So after running around like a chicken without a head, I decided to make a plan. I the city girl had to outsmart the country goat. I chased her and blocked it up against a shed and literally jumped on her. OK laugh, but I caught the little critter. Let me tell you now for those of you who have never caught a baby goat...they are fast, so don't try this at home...you may not have the skills I had to catch her and still look fab after! Needless to say I went straight to the shower to scrub all the goat cooties off me. My boys thought it was COOL!! I rocked!
There really is so much more, but I need to go rest and just hang out with my cousin for a bit before hitting the sack.
SO now I get to come back and muse some about my teacher training after two fun filled days!! Yesterday, Thursday, was so great. I have to say I really got more out of this 9 hour day than I did through 9 months of regular teacher training. LOL Really, it was so helpful, insightful, and enlightening. Today we did more teaching and following the recipe for baking a pound cake. You might be wondering what the hell is she talking about....i will explain more later..hehe See now you will have to come back and read more to find out what I am talking about.

Back to Technology

HELLO PEOPLE!! I'm back! I have been away from the modern world way to much, and I am going to have to pace myself getting back into the swing of things LOL...I mean really folks, I don't have to go out and pick or work to find my next meal....just kidding...I had my first Starbucks in the Atlanta airport on my way back to TX...yep I am here, but only for the rest of the weekend for teacher training with Christina...FUN TIMES. I seriously have so much to say, but it has been a long day so not now. I have access to a computer now, so I will update daily...I have missed you all, and look forward to moving back to TX to await the big move. Thanks Anne, Christina, and Faith for you comments and feeling my pain. I will say this, it has gotten a bit I say a BIT better, but more to come over the next few days. Off to rest and get ready for a great day tomorrow.