Ann Minnett, Author

  I have found yoga, friends. And rather than beat myself up for not beginning my practice decades ago, I am so grateful to have found it at all. I completed a questionnaire at my first session. It asked me for basic information about myself, injuries that might affect my practice, and the ubiquitous Where did you hear about us? I answered Word of mouth, but the truth was this: I had seen two of their instructors on the main street of our little town and thought, I want what those gorgeous, unfussy, healthy women have. Every woman I know who practices yoga walks with a grace and purpose. As with any new endeavor, there was much more to be gained than firmed batwings and good posture. I’ve learned the value of meditation. What used to be a waste of time (Let’s get on with the task at hand!), has become my favorite time of day. After practice, meditation is the tingly relief of a quiet body. At home it has become a time of being, listening, and sometimes prayer. My 21 m...

Here we go! The first substantial snow of the season. With about six inches on the ground, there isn't enough to plow or shovel. We can simply enjoy the view until a few more inches pile on and pile on and... Soon there will be 3 - 4 feet of snow, and that's the way it will stay until April. Some would dread the onset of winter, but I say Great writing weather!