Wednesday, September 3, 2014

A Meaningful Life

Summer.  I bring that word to the forefront of my mind; reflecting, I think...aah...lazy days; the sun's warmth radiating from bright blue skies, and the smell of freshly cut grass; fewer commitments; a step back to a slower cadence.
It isn't uncommon that we all are blessed with seasons of relaxation, fun, nothingness...and although I love these times, there is something that calls me back to a more purposeful living. I long for routine and structure.
God has given us charge over our lives...We have the gift of choice.  And if we are wise, we choose to fill each moment with meaningful activity; dare I say it?  The word is work.  Work is to enhance our lives.  It isn't a curse or a result of the fall, but an indispensable component to a meaningful life.
We honor God when we invest and involve ourselves in work (service) to cultivate, transform and change all we can by His power for His good. Work. Hebrew: Abodah (ab-o-daw'). Service.  Beautiful words.
We hear lots about our need for rest, and the need to create balance in our lives. Perhaps the focus isn't really about rest and establishing balance, but about seeing work from a different perspective; seeing work/service as a gift and blessing to our lives.
As I think more about this, I also understand that work was never meant to give us our self-worth.  That only comes from the person of Jesus Christ.  With that in mind, I can establish healthy boundaries of work/service by honoring and enjoying times of rest in my life.
We were created to work and rest.  Created in the image of God, remembering He worked 6 days and then rested.  I realize as I age, I am slowing down. But I pray that I never stop living a meaningful life and serving others with the same generosity, love and compassion my Lord has shown me.
Create a routine.  Honor it with work and rest.  They are both essential for a purposeful life lived abundantly in Him.

Ecclesiastes 3:1;11 and 11:7-8 New International Version (NIV)
"There is a time
 for everything,
 and a season for every activity under the heavens; God has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.  Light is sweet,and it pleases the eyes to see the sun.  However many years anyone may live, let them enjoy them all."



Sunday, April 27, 2014

Reflections Yoga May Schedule

As we approach May, and I wanted to give you all a head's up about available classes. I also want to let you know that I will not be teaching this summer. I may have an impromptu class here and there. And yes, there will be some yoga hikes. Emoji With a hectic personal life this summer, I need to stay available for my family.  Most of all I need to be 'flexible'!

If you want information concerning other classes in the area, please let me know, and I will be happy to provide that information for you.

I look forward to seeing you soon!!
Shalom,
Pamela


There is a sacred place within us that we will discover every time we behold Christ Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and God our Father Creator. Allow your thoughts to quiet daily, and be at peace in the sacred place. Worship Him in Spirit and in Truth. He deserves our praise and so much more. Amen


Tuesdays 2:30 pm
4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27

Wednesdays 4:45
There will be no class 4/30
5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28


Fridays 9 am
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Updated 2014 Schedule

I have missed our times in reflection and stillness!  I am bidding my season of hectic living and busy projects good-bye.  I am thankful for the faithfulness of my loving God as He has gotten me through two moves, a six month entire home remodel, my husband working out of town and both of us living in a hotel for almost 1 year!! What a crazy 1 1/2 year.

I love teaching and am blessed to have a small home studio where I can share the insights, hope and love God bestows on me daily through the practice of yoga.  Below is my current teaching schedule.  Should you desire to come to a class, just shoot me an email so that I can confirm space.  Literally.  Floor space.

Classes are still 60-75 minutes long and are $10 a class at my home studio.

Blessings and Shalom,
Pamela

Tuesday - Reflections Yoga Studio (RYS)
2:30 pm - Class is full but call ahead to check for availability for drop-in
4:45 pm - Three spaces available

Wednesday - RYS
4:45 pm - Two spaces available

Thursday - NO CLASSES at RYS
9 am - Woodmen Valley Chapel, Rockrimmon Campus, Rooms 108/109 in the Community Bldg/Gym, $6 per class

Friday - RYS
9 am - Two spaces available