Joie de Vivre

Bon Jour~ it has been way to long since I have written..and while not so many of the changes I wanted to happen have happened yet, I tend to be impatient about some things the path to my future has been carved and I have taken the first steps to my new chapter. I've let go of some pieces of my life that no longer fit in it- interestingly enough I am not said but rather filled with so much sparkly & shimmery energy with some new fabulous facets! I've put myself in my own number one spot for once and it really feels amazing! I've spent a great deal of time housesitting in a beautiful home in the town where I work- I love that I can walk to my office in the morning after picking up a cup of tea on my way in. Its such an amazing feeling and I arrive at my office refreshed and filled with positive energy that lasts throughout the day which in turn innately guides me to eat healthier food for myself ( of course a little wine and chocolate does wonders for the soul) I've also learned to say "no" gently, kindly and firmly as I possibly can.
I sense great things for the balance of 2011 and enjoying the end of the year and ringing in 2012 with lots of goals complete and new goals to achieve...a debt free yoga teacher sounds magnificique!
Merci Beau Coup for letting me put my toes in the lake of blog writing again, I appreciate it!!

Bonne Nuit!

Rainy Evenings...

Wishing all a restful Tuesday evening. It is rainy and cold in Connecticut. I am taking this opportunity of having the pleasure of my own company. The plan is a yummy dinner and starting my Book Club book. Have any of you read "Just Kids" by Patti Smith? Its not my usual read however I am all about broadening my horizons! What are you Lovelies up to tonight? 

xoxo Carolyn

Snow Day and the New Year

It feels like forever since I wrote my last post- between Thanksgiving, The Holidays and  life in general seemed to move rapidly~something that I am not fond of. I prefer savoring life, enjoying every single moment that I possibly can.

Thankfully shortly a couple of days after New Years I began a 3.5 week house-sitting situation for my oldest and closest friends Mom. The fact that I can walk to both my day job, Yoga Studio as well as the charming town filled with oodles of adorable and unique shops is quite refreshing. I also get to spend quality quiet time with my Honey which is wonderful, especially now since he is busy working on 2010 end of year audits and for the next few weeks our time will be quality over quantity. I have been utilizing the down time while my Honey is working, writing in my journal, napping, meditating with my new pink pearl Mala beads sending many hugs and a Merci Beau Coup to Carol at CocoYogini for such a thoughtful and generous gift, perfect to start my year off.

I also made some serious and fabulous decisions for my future, some I am not quite ready to share just yet. For today though I am luxuriating in the fact that my office was closed due to the blizzard that covered Connecticut in snow last night, enjoying in a very rare bed day  spending it reading, I am very  excited that the Yoga Studio I work for on Saturday mornings is going to have a Book Club for all the Lovelies that work there! Phone dates with dear friends and soon a yummy indulgent dinner and a date with my journal.. I wish you all a lovely peace filled evening. 

xoxo Carolyn

Snow Day and the New Year!

It feels like forever since I wrote my last post- between Thanksgiving, The Holidays and  life in general seemed to move rapidly~something that I am not fond of. I prefer savoring life, enjoying every single moment that I possibly can.

Thankfully shortly a couple of days after New Years I began a 3.5 week house-sitting situation for my oldest and closest friends Mom. The fact that I can walk to both my day job, Yoga Studio as well as the charming town filled with oodles of adorable and unique shops is quite refreshing. I also get to spend quality quiet time with my Honey which is wonderful, especially now since he is busy working on 2010 end of year audits and for the next few weeks our time will be quality over quantity. I have been utilizing the down time while my Honey is working, writing in my journal, napping, meditating with my new pink pearl Mala beads sending many hugs and a Merci Beau Coup to Carol at CocoYogini for such a thoughtful and generous gift, perfect to start my year off.

I also made some serious and fabulous decisions for my future, some I am not quite ready to share just yet. For today though I am luxuriating in the fact that my office was closed due to the blizzard that covered Connecticut in snow last night, enjoying in a very rare bed day  spending it reading, I am very  excited that the Yoga Studio I work for on Saturday mornings is going to have a Book Club for all the Lovelies that work there! Phone dates with dear friends and soon a yummy indulgent dinner and a date with my journal.. I wish you all a lovely peace filled evening. 

xoxo Carolyn

Early New Year Recap Week 1

So the first week of my New Year went pretty well! Hurrah! I've been utilizing my gorgeous Bliss journal from Papya Art..If you have not yet, I encourage everyone to check it out! The paper products are gorgeous and practical! My 2011 day planner has a wallet inside for receipts and other bits and pieces that end up in a dayplanner! I have been going to sleep earlier and I feel the difference, now if I can just get off my chocolate kick than I will really be on the right path..all in good time though and I know it will happen sooner than I can imagine. I love the idea of self care and for such a long time like most women, I put myself last on the list when really I should be first- If I take exceptional care of me than those around me will feel the effects of that blissful state of mind.
I have to also say how open my heart is and so filled with loving gratitude. I met the kindest  Blogger online, Carol of Coco Yogini. She makes the most beautiful pearl Mala beads. In addition to the spiritual aspect they are stunningly beautiful to look at and the fact that they are created with love makes them even more beautiful. I will be receiving a Mala ( in signature pink) in the mail soon and I am looking forward to practicing my yoga and meditation with them. If anyone is interested, I will connect you with Carol.
Last but certainly not least I won a Blogger Giveaway! Elisse the fabulous Creator of "Fur Elisse" hosted a blog giveaway where one wrote about their favorite blog as well as why they blog. The prize was a handcrafted tote created by Elisse as well as gorgeous hairclips by Elisse's friend, Jozen. The cool twist is that not only the entrant won, the blogger they wrote about won as well!
I hope that week 2 of my Early New Year is as fantastic as my first...Bonne Nuit Ma Cheries..

xoxo Sweet Caroline

Blogiversary giveaway...

Hi Girls~

Check this out, the absolutely fabulous Elisse of Furelisse is hosting a blogiversary giveaway! I recently got to know Elisse through Melitas annual Tea Trade, when Elisse sent me the most delicious tea's in addition to other tea lovers treats all the way from Canada! Here is a link to the contest!! Good Luck!!!

xoxo Carolyn

http://furelisse.wordpress.com/2010/10/25/double-the-happiness-celebrating-my-blogiversary-with-a-giveaway/

New Year..in November!

I cannot believe it is November and that 2011 will be upon us sooner than we can imagine. 2010 has been a year. There have been many wonderful memories and new friends made and sadly way to many life lessons learned as I have had to bid final farewells to way to many people this year. The most important lesson I learned was that life is meant to be lived as fully as possible and in my case on and off the yoga mat. I am excited and exhilerated for all of the lessons 2011 will bring us! I have big plans for the new year and happily I have made the proactive decision to live them starting now not on December 31st! Some that I will share include lots and lots more yoga and towards the end of 2011 Yoga Teacher Training! As some of you know I work part time at a yoga studio and while my work week is long, the moment I unlock the door early Saturday morning I can feel the stress leave my body and my spirit becomes renewed. I want to also focus more on my writing. Perhaps write more than a random blog post and post on a regular basis. I also plan to say "No" a lot more- considering that I have the habit of saying "Yes" to pretty much everything asked of me, I think that will be a huge accomplishment.Extreme Self Care is part of this new Chapter...not only yoga, but continuing my Lunchtime Walks. As those of you who follow my Tweets know I am very diligent about making sure I take a little time in the middle of the day to get outside, enjoy some fresh air and a stretch of the legs. It definitely prepares me for the latter part of the day! Also weekend naps, Lush Bath Treats and plenty of Carolyn time. I give thanks everyday that I have a Boyfriend who understands and respects the fact that I need some me time on a regular basis. I run better with that and he gets it! I am such a lucky woman!
I wish you all a pleasant evening...

xoxo Carolyn