I never lose the opportunity of urging a practical beginning,

howevever small, for it is wonderful how often the mustard seed germinates and roots itself.

- Florence Nightingale

A yoga class, for me, is the simple practice of breathing and moving, of opening

to the idea of loving my body and paying thoughtful attention in a community of people that help support my intention simply by allowing for me to do that

and stand next to me in my commitment to the relationship I have with myself and my desire to carry that thoughtful attention out into all of my relationships.

As we breathe together, an intimate connection takes place. All of the trappings of our lives fall away and it’s just us…

here together…trying to keep our balance and touch our toes. Noticing and embracing our perfectly imperfect efforts.

Each day, we begin right where we are, without expectation or judgement, but with love and acceptance.

Each time we practice in community, we practice connecting….

first to ourselves and then to others.

What we do for ourselves in a yoga room with our practice…the positive energy we create together, is a small, yet profound force in our lives and in our world.