Regret is a time machine to the past.

Worry is a time machine to the future.

Gratitude is a time machine to the present.

-Andrea Gibson

The month of November always kicks off a slew of birthday celebrations, holidays and vacation time in my household. It can feel hectic and overwhelming for sure, with "something special" going on every week, soon to be followed by December and the same thing all over again. I find it both a practice and a necessity to stay present through it all and be grateful for it all. To not take any of it for granted and to not allow myself (aka my mind and my nervous system) to sabotage the experiences, for myself or for others. And no, it is not easy and it is never perfect. And thankfully I have my Yoga practice to get me through it.

This month, though, I am focused on expressing Gratitude and acknowledging all the things in my day to day life that I can be grateful for. Without a doubt I am grateful for the privilege to teach yoga in my community and for all of you that show up every week with an open mind and dedication to your practice.

During November, every time you attend one of my classes you will be entered to win my Grateful Basket Giveaway. This will include a variety of homegrown and crafted items from my garden (Calendula Oil, St. John's Wort Oil, Flower Sprinkles and a dried Flower Bouquet) and a free class pass for either of my Gentle Vinyasa classes. The drawing will be on Thanksgiving day at my 9am class at the Montgomery Town Hall. You do not have to be present that day to win, but I hope you are!

Below are some updates on my November schedule to make note of as you plan ahead. I appreciate all of you and your trust in me and the community that is built within this shared goal of being more present, more open minded and more aware every time we step on the mat.

Be well,

Joanne

November Schedule Notifications

• Please note that there will be NO CLASSES on Tuesday November 18th and Thursday November 20.

• The Sunday Reset class on November 23 is on, and is almost full. These classes are small (5 people) and have been filling way in advance. Please plan ahead and be sure you are registered if you would like to attend.

• There will be classes as usual the week of Thanksgiving, including Thanksgiving morning.

• As always, I offer private yoga sessions for 1 to 5 people. If you are interested in working on something specific or would just like to have a private session for yourself, or for yourself and some family & friends, please reach out.

• Lastly, I will be sending our more Yoga Therapy information soon, but as of right now I have found people to work with for my case studies. If that changes I will reach out again to you all.