When I’ve been asked about my trip to Ireland, the first word that comes to my mind has been “charming.” And while that has been my summation of my full trip, it’s also the first word that comes to mind when I recall my visit to Killarney. The town is…
Last fall I finally made it to Ireland, a place I’ve wanted to visit for as long as I can remember. But admittedly, I was a little concerned that I built up too much expectation. It’s always a concernt about whether or not a place I’ve long dreamed of visiting…
I know I’m not alone when I think “wow, where did this year go?” Just because saying that sentiment this time of year has become cliché, doesn’t mean I’m not going to think it or it’s not going to feel true. It’s still hard to believe it’s the time of…
I recently planned a trip with a long flight, and it was with this trip in mind that I thought about the way my travel in general has changed since I started practicing yoga more regularly. And not just flights. Long car rides too (and I do love a road…
Attendees with The Mat Yoga Studio recently returned from this year’s yoga retreat in Puerto Rico (which also means the studio will soon announce next year’s location!). Having attended one of The Mat’s retreats a few years ago in Costa Rica, I looked forward to hearing all about this one.…
When I get to around this time of year and think of reflecting on the last twelve months, I often think of more specific moments first, like a certain trip that offered an incredible experience (like the previous year’s trip to the Pacific Northwest). But this year, the first thoughts…