Monday, May 7, 2012
Spiritual Yoga Experience
This morning feels cool and crisp outside, even if it is the beginning of summer in Tucson. The jasmine flowers scent fills the air and reminds me of just how grateful I am for my life. Yoga, gorgeous views, wonderful women....what a special time it is!
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Just in Time is Now
Mom and I went away last weekend up to our home in Sedona. Together, we finished my book, Just in Time. She encouraged me and kept me on track, even through the difficult chapters. I am so blessed to have such wonderful support and her history of our family is so helpful.
Here is a small piece from "Yoga - Grandma's Story" Enjoy.
One Saturday morning, at the age of five, I woke up, still in my pajamas and walked in on Grandma who was in her headstand. “Hi, Honey.” Grandma towered out of the floor like an inverted statue in the middle of the room. Her feet dangled above the edge of her pant legs. She had no problem talking, even when she was upside-down. “How did you sleep?” That’s just like Grandma, keeping up with a conversation even on her head.
Grandma lowered one leg down after the other and sat up on her knees. She looked exactly the same to me from the time I was little until the time before she died. Her natural grey hair hung straight in a short bob, about chin length. Her eyes wide, bright and focused. Her arms and legs, dance-like and flexible, always in motion.
“Come here and get on the floor with me.” Together we reached and stretched, twisted and lengthened, breathed and sighed. “You always learn something new about yourself.”
-- Karen Rose Callan, Just in Time
Here is a small piece from "Yoga - Grandma's Story" Enjoy.
One Saturday morning, at the age of five, I woke up, still in my pajamas and walked in on Grandma who was in her headstand. “Hi, Honey.” Grandma towered out of the floor like an inverted statue in the middle of the room. Her feet dangled above the edge of her pant legs. She had no problem talking, even when she was upside-down. “How did you sleep?” That’s just like Grandma, keeping up with a conversation even on her head.
Grandma lowered one leg down after the other and sat up on her knees. She looked exactly the same to me from the time I was little until the time before she died. Her natural grey hair hung straight in a short bob, about chin length. Her eyes wide, bright and focused. Her arms and legs, dance-like and flexible, always in motion.
“Come here and get on the floor with me.” Together we reached and stretched, twisted and lengthened, breathed and sighed. “You always learn something new about yourself.”
-- Karen Rose Callan, Just in Time
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Karen and Ellis appear on The Morning Blend
Happy April! We are so blessed to have this beautiful time in Tucson. The weather is cool and crisp in the mornings and then warm and sunny during the days. Perfect for spending yoga time outdoors. We have shared a few classes in the courtyard this past week. Everyone who came left in awe of the birds chirping over us and the light breeze cooling us. Please give yourself the chance to be outdoors...allergies and all. Nature is a great rejuvenator!
Ellis and I had the pleasure of being on The Morning Blend's tv show with Ross McCallister yesterday. We talked about Cystic Fibrosis and our Great Strides walk in Oro Valley this weekend. Ellis was so patient and such a dream as we waited the hour and a half in the green room. She saved her anciness for the camera :)
http://www.tucsonmorningblend.com/videos/145237435.html
Follow the link for the Blend's video and enjoy. I love it when she blows kisses.
See you soon in the yoga room.
Karen
Ellis and I had the pleasure of being on The Morning Blend's tv show with Ross McCallister yesterday. We talked about Cystic Fibrosis and our Great Strides walk in Oro Valley this weekend. Ellis was so patient and such a dream as we waited the hour and a half in the green room. She saved her anciness for the camera :)
http://www.tucsonmorningblend.com/videos/145237435.html
Follow the link for the Blend's video and enjoy. I love it when she blows kisses.
See you soon in the yoga room.
Karen
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Added 2012 Classes and workshops!
Happy 2012! Amazing how much we can experience in the course of one year. I am always inspired by the accomplishments of those around me as well as my own past successes. Beyond that, we have a new year filled with new opportunities. Nike chose a great slogan and resolution for its company with "Just Do It!" and I believe that they are truly great words of encouragement.
With so many changes taking place within and outside of us, the need for grounding, balance and calm is more important than ever. Yoga gives us all of that and more in the short time period of an hour. Bring yourself here.
New 2012 classes!
Tuesday at 2:00pm - Flow class without sun salutations
Friday at 10:00am with Jo Hartman - Restorative
*Bring pillows, blankets, cozy socks, eye pillows, or other props you desire.
Check the schedule for regular class times.
Also, here are a few RosaYoga reminders -
- Please rsvp to evening classes if possible.
- Feel free to park in front of the garage and pull up closer to the house.
- When your card is full, it will be set out on the table. you can also check to see how many classes you have left at any time you choose. They are sorted by last name.
- If you borrow a mat, please wipe it down before returning it.
- Please abstain from wearing perfumed lotions or products to class.
- Bring props to restorative classes.
Let's enjoy this great new year together!
Please click on the schedule for regular class days and times.
Namaste,
Karen
With so many changes taking place within and outside of us, the need for grounding, balance and calm is more important than ever. Yoga gives us all of that and more in the short time period of an hour. Bring yourself here.
New 2012 classes!
Tuesday at 2:00pm - Flow class without sun salutations
Friday at 10:00am with Jo Hartman - Restorative
*Bring pillows, blankets, cozy socks, eye pillows, or other props you desire.
Check the schedule for regular class times.
Also, here are a few RosaYoga reminders -
- Please rsvp to evening classes if possible.
- Feel free to park in front of the garage and pull up closer to the house.
- When your card is full, it will be set out on the table. you can also check to see how many classes you have left at any time you choose. They are sorted by last name.
- If you borrow a mat, please wipe it down before returning it.
- Please abstain from wearing perfumed lotions or products to class.
- Bring props to restorative classes.
Let's enjoy this great new year together!
Please click on the schedule for regular class days and times.
Namaste,
Karen
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
It's December?
Can you believe it. December of 2011 is here and 2012 will be arriving before we know it. If you're like me, you may be feeling pushed and rushed with the list of desired items to get done. I love the festivities and traditions. I also love the feeling of "new" with the year of 2012 beginning.
On my wish list for next year, I want to feel even better than I do now. I want to be in better shape mentally, physically, and spiritually. I want to change some eating habits which aren't nurturing and add in activities which are. I want to let go of being stubborn ( just acknowledging that I am proves just how stubborn I have been. ) I want to complete what I have started and begin where I have finished. I want to live more and fear less.
Choosing to make a change is the first step. Writing it down is a good second. Putting a small piece of it into action is a great baby step. And then following through with the help of a friend or partner is a great stride. Talk about it. Make plans. Be proactive.
Enjoy every twinkle light and mug of cider.
Happy December!
On my wish list for next year, I want to feel even better than I do now. I want to be in better shape mentally, physically, and spiritually. I want to change some eating habits which aren't nurturing and add in activities which are. I want to let go of being stubborn ( just acknowledging that I am proves just how stubborn I have been. ) I want to complete what I have started and begin where I have finished. I want to live more and fear less.
Choosing to make a change is the first step. Writing it down is a good second. Putting a small piece of it into action is a great baby step. And then following through with the help of a friend or partner is a great stride. Talk about it. Make plans. Be proactive.
Enjoy every twinkle light and mug of cider.
Happy December!
Friday, November 11, 2011
11.11.1111
Happy 11.11.1111
This is a once in a lifetime day as you already know and I just wanted to share how grateful I am for you and our experinces together. Today is about oneness. Many special meditations are taking place around the world. Take a few moments to check them out, or close your eyes and tune in. It is very likely that someone somewhere is sharing their gratitude at that same very moment!
During our teacher training, I shared a thread ceremony with my student teachers. After our group completed 200 hours of training, we sealed in that exceptional time by sharing a sacred thread ritual. We tied the blessed thread onto each other as we went around the circle. The significance of the thread acts as a visual reminder of what we shared and also a symbol of what we still need to focus on or work through. The thread that is tied on our wrist or ankle at times can feel annoying (what are we getting annoyed at in life) or comforting (what feels good and right to us.) It can also be a daily reminder of our unique experience we spent together if we choose to see it that way.
My thread let go of me this past week, three and a half months after it had become a part of me. I was sad to see it go, but realized that it was now time to create a new opportunity for a new thread in my life.
That being sad, starting in January, I will offering workshops which relate to our well-being and joy. Ayurveda, pendulums, nutrition, mudras, and more. Let me know if there is a subject or topic you are interested in hearing about.
I am also extremely thrilled to be back in my body! I have felt as though my mind has been scattered and unclear, which i was blaming perimenopause on. But thanks to the advice of a friend (whom I hope will come speak at one of the workshops), all is well again. Her advice was to move the electrical items next to my bed which send off eft's. For the last three nights, I have slept better than ever and have woken up refreshed and ready to go!!! Honestly, I feel as though the real me is back!
So my miracle tidbit to you on this very special day is to think about your surroundings and clear the electrical space away from where you rest. Clock radios are the worst culprits. (I can't even bring myself to give it away knowing I will cause someone else discomfort.)
Love you guys,
Enjoy this special and wonderful day,
Karen
This is a once in a lifetime day as you already know and I just wanted to share how grateful I am for you and our experinces together. Today is about oneness. Many special meditations are taking place around the world. Take a few moments to check them out, or close your eyes and tune in. It is very likely that someone somewhere is sharing their gratitude at that same very moment!
During our teacher training, I shared a thread ceremony with my student teachers. After our group completed 200 hours of training, we sealed in that exceptional time by sharing a sacred thread ritual. We tied the blessed thread onto each other as we went around the circle. The significance of the thread acts as a visual reminder of what we shared and also a symbol of what we still need to focus on or work through. The thread that is tied on our wrist or ankle at times can feel annoying (what are we getting annoyed at in life) or comforting (what feels good and right to us.) It can also be a daily reminder of our unique experience we spent together if we choose to see it that way.
My thread let go of me this past week, three and a half months after it had become a part of me. I was sad to see it go, but realized that it was now time to create a new opportunity for a new thread in my life.
That being sad, starting in January, I will offering workshops which relate to our well-being and joy. Ayurveda, pendulums, nutrition, mudras, and more. Let me know if there is a subject or topic you are interested in hearing about.
I am also extremely thrilled to be back in my body! I have felt as though my mind has been scattered and unclear, which i was blaming perimenopause on. But thanks to the advice of a friend (whom I hope will come speak at one of the workshops), all is well again. Her advice was to move the electrical items next to my bed which send off eft's. For the last three nights, I have slept better than ever and have woken up refreshed and ready to go!!! Honestly, I feel as though the real me is back!
So my miracle tidbit to you on this very special day is to think about your surroundings and clear the electrical space away from where you rest. Clock radios are the worst culprits. (I can't even bring myself to give it away knowing I will cause someone else discomfort.)
Love you guys,
Enjoy this special and wonderful day,
Karen
Monday, October 3, 2011
October Yoga
October is here and with it comes great weather, gorgeous mornings, and plenty of events and parties.
Yoga is a sure way to keep your balance and grace through it all!
Here is a quick glance at the October schedule......
Please jot them down on your own calendar.
OCTOBER:
1 Saturday, 9:00am
3 Monday, 9:00am
5 Wednesday, 9:00am
6 Thursday, 6:00pm
11 Tuesday, 6:00pm
12 Wedmesday, 9:00am
13 Thursday, 6:00pm
15 Saturday, 9:00am
17 Monday, 9:00am
18 Tuesday, 6:00pm
19 Wednesday, 9:00am
20 Thursday, 6:00pm
22 Saturday, 9:00am
24 Monday, 9:00am
26 Wednesday, 9:00am
27 Thursday, 6:00pm
29 Saturday, 9:00am
Please check the blog below for the full month at a glance.
Namaste,
Karen
Yoga is a sure way to keep your balance and grace through it all!
Here is a quick glance at the October schedule......
Please jot them down on your own calendar.
OCTOBER:
1 Saturday, 9:00am
3 Monday, 9:00am
5 Wednesday, 9:00am
6 Thursday, 6:00pm
11 Tuesday, 6:00pm
12 Wedmesday, 9:00am
13 Thursday, 6:00pm
15 Saturday, 9:00am
17 Monday, 9:00am
18 Tuesday, 6:00pm
19 Wednesday, 9:00am
20 Thursday, 6:00pm
22 Saturday, 9:00am
24 Monday, 9:00am
26 Wednesday, 9:00am
27 Thursday, 6:00pm
29 Saturday, 9:00am
Please check the blog below for the full month at a glance.
Namaste,
Karen
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