THINGS (life) HAPPEN(s)
I have been teaching a lot this week. Many subbing opportunities presented themselves and I took them -- maybe too many; leaving me a bit tired and hoping I haven't forgotten to write something down. (So far, so good.)
Yesterday began with an early morning class (8:15); another opportunity to sub and become acquainted with more students at Yoga For Life. It was a small group - - 3 eager and willing students; and the class was just one hour long. Needless to say I am not used to 60-minute classes - we are doing standing poses when I realize it's 10 minutes til end of class; so, to the floor, calm down, savasana.
My well-laid plan had been to teach this early class, return home and spend some time doing 'house-ly' things. Then, climb into the car and drive to Del Mar for the Wisdom Warriors practice with Desiree and Geri.
The first part worked -- taught the class, returned home at 10am. What did I return home to? A sick dog; one who, in desperation, had messed in several spots on our relatively new carpet. This is not something to ignore -- it's vet time. I made the phone call, told them I needed to come get some magic 'stopper-upper' med, finished cleaning up the mess, loaded the dog in the car and was off (it's now 11am). FYI, you don't mess around when the dog in question is a german shepherd. we're talking BIG messes here.
One hour later (noon), dog and I left the vet, loaded with meds and soft food.
A new plan was hatching -- as in, no Wisdom Warriors. So sorry to miss it, but - as I tell students who are giving me their reasons for not attending class - life happens. I could insert another word for 'life', but I hope I've given you a clear picture of the situation without going there.
The good in this? That I had NOT scheduled the carpet cleaning yet; will make that call today since the culprit dog had a quiet night. Also good that this appears to be just a change-in-diet dilemma for the dog.
Today? Teaching at 12:30pm at Yoga For Life, then guiding the Temecula Wisdom Warriors group, 2:30pm at Living Yoga. We are small in number, mighty in age, and enthusiastic!
Hope you have a good Thursday!
Yesterday began with an early morning class (8:15); another opportunity to sub and become acquainted with more students at Yoga For Life. It was a small group - - 3 eager and willing students; and the class was just one hour long. Needless to say I am not used to 60-minute classes - we are doing standing poses when I realize it's 10 minutes til end of class; so, to the floor, calm down, savasana.
My well-laid plan had been to teach this early class, return home and spend some time doing 'house-ly' things. Then, climb into the car and drive to Del Mar for the Wisdom Warriors practice with Desiree and Geri.
The first part worked -- taught the class, returned home at 10am. What did I return home to? A sick dog; one who, in desperation, had messed in several spots on our relatively new carpet. This is not something to ignore -- it's vet time. I made the phone call, told them I needed to come get some magic 'stopper-upper' med, finished cleaning up the mess, loaded the dog in the car and was off (it's now 11am). FYI, you don't mess around when the dog in question is a german shepherd. we're talking BIG messes here.
One hour later (noon), dog and I left the vet, loaded with meds and soft food.
A new plan was hatching -- as in, no Wisdom Warriors. So sorry to miss it, but - as I tell students who are giving me their reasons for not attending class - life happens. I could insert another word for 'life', but I hope I've given you a clear picture of the situation without going there.
The good in this? That I had NOT scheduled the carpet cleaning yet; will make that call today since the culprit dog had a quiet night. Also good that this appears to be just a change-in-diet dilemma for the dog.
Today? Teaching at 12:30pm at Yoga For Life, then guiding the Temecula Wisdom Warriors group, 2:30pm at Living Yoga. We are small in number, mighty in age, and enthusiastic!
Hope you have a good Thursday!