I woke up to grey skies and trees sagging with heavy snow on the branches. We (the dogs and I) headed out to the new Winter Wonderland. But first we built a fire and put Chai Tea on the old wood stove so that we would be toasty when we returned. The usual pack of neighborhood dogs joined us: Puppy, Rosy, Lily, Big Paws, Little Paws, Shiraz, Bo and Beavus. So many dogs playing and romping with one another! Who could be unhappy on a walk like this!

Now that we are home I put the dog beds near the fire and begin to have a cup of Chia as I think about the workshop I am giving later today. It happens to be on the Gunas (rajas, sattva and tamas) and how they impact our bodies. Specifically how to manage these energies in our bodies to help us be more stable and content. I hope that people will be able to come in spite of the snow on the roads. That is the beauty and the difficulty of living in the mountains with 4 seasons. However, I learned a long time ago that whomever shows up for workshops are exactly the people who are supposed to be there. There always seems to be this magic in the group when I am willing to just let it be what it is. Detaching from the outcome. Last month only 7 came for the Yoga for Women workshop and it was one of the most lovely workshops I have ever given. Seven women, seven stories and an abundance of connection between us.