the power of movement

Today was the day! I've just returned from my yoga challenge,The Power of Movement, and I am energized, revitalized, positive and feeling all around fantastic. I have much to say so I thought a post was in order. I also want to remember what this feeling feels like... so that if, in two weeks I'm feeling not so upbeat due to a] work, b] winter, c] jerks at the grocery store, d] anything else life may throw our way,  I can return here and think... pull yourself together.

So. Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who donated to sponsor me. You all really blew me away and your generosity, kind thoughts [and words] and involvement have all helped me to shift my perspective and remind me how great it is to be involved in something. I love yoga. Yoga has helped me become who I am suppose to be, it's my balance, it keeps my body and mind moving, it connects me to myself and the earth around me. It challenges me, it inspires me, and it makes me feel really good. So to be able to do that for an hour and also contribute something to a greater cause today felt exponentially good. AND... can you believe that I was the top fundraiser in our group for Halifax?? hell ya! You all donated $310 and I was the top fundraiser in the group! I was shocked. I 'won' a container of granola and a one hour massage! THANK YOU!

Part of yoga is about being grateful. Honouring yourself and honouring those around you. And for me, honouring something involves being grateful for it. So on my drive home I thought about all that I was grateful for, and reminded myself to continue to express gratitude to the people around me. To spread gratitude and to share positive words and thoughts. Because I have much to be grateful for. We all do. A year ago, many of you helped me raise money to help a family in need at our centre. And through your generosity I was able to buy seven pairs of shoes for seven children, and give their mother gift certificates to buy food for her family. It felt amazing. This year, all of you helped me reach my fundraising goal in 24 hours, and then surpass it by $210. Outstanding. Thank you. YOUR generosity and support gives me faith, gives me strength and motivates me to do more, to take on more, to connect more, to become involved more. More more more. I need more. I don't know what my next goal will be, I have big thoughts, but thank you for helping me realize that this is something that not only can I do, but I think I can do it well, and I think I have much to offer. That's pretty big for me.

Thanks. Danke. Grazi. Merci. Gracias.


Have a great Sunday.


All the love in the universe, Jillian.

Here is my granola. Doesn't it look yummy? Looking forward to it tomorrow morning.

Vrksasana [Tree pose] on the Dartmouth waterfront. Halifax, you look gorgeous. The sun came out late this afternoon so we went for a walk. And then got cappucinos.