A Yogic 35^th Birthday!

I celebrated my 35^th birthday on Saturday…and it was a truly memorable experience. Being a new yoga instructor, I have incorporated the Zen of yoga into my daily life….and what better way to celebrate a milestone 35^th year than to do it with Yoga! On October 26^th, I participated in an all day (12:30-8pm) yoga charity event that supported the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Center of Hawaii. It was held at the beautiful Modern hotel in Waikiki, where the sunshine and wine glasses flowed freely! I was surrounded by good friends, positive energy, live music, and plenty of smiles. Enjoy the video of us practicing in the pool and photos of day.

I am indulging in a unique opportunity by taking a mini sabbatical to rethink and  re-chart my professional goals. I am also taking the time to be very deliberate with my next job choice. Sean and I have little more than a year and a half left on Hawaii, therefore the most important thing I can do is appreciate, enjoy, participate and learn more about this place that I love. We are fortunate that financially we can handle this time of just one income (Sean’s income), while I iron out some family financials, do some home improvement projects, train our dogs, advance my yoga practice and instruction abilities, and JUST DISCOVER AND ENJOY HAWAII!  Sounds like I am doing GIST right here in Oahu!

And just like GIST, I am experiencing new flavors, scenery and cultural aspects of the island. I had driven past this overlook a hundred times…just last week I took the time to pull over with a friend, and take this beautiful picture of Kaneohe Bay. I feel utterly blessed to live here with my best friend and two furry lovebugs (my dogs). This is certainly a very happy time for both Sean and I, and I encourage all of you, when the timing is right, to take the time to stop and smell the roses…or in my case, the hibiscusJ