Saturday, July 18, 2009

I HEART SATURDAYS

Today was bitter sweet as it was my last Saturday at Nurture , and if you check in from time to time, you know how much I Heart Saturdays. As luck would have it, we began our day with 6 lovely ladies followed by lovely couples. I am always overjoyed to be a part of celebrating all things worth celebrating, anniversaries, brithdays, engagements, and why not celebrate because you deserve it no matter what the occassion.

I felt like we were all a well oiled machine today and having Janette back in action along with Momma Jane's return from New Mexico made it quite a day. I was even able to squeeze in a little one on one time with Momma Jane over Central Park Fusion's fabulous lunch selection. Looking forward to more fun filled moments with Momma Jane, time that is not consumed by work. Nurture is a labor of love, but when I lived away before, Momma Jane and I were always able to relax and just have fun when we were visiting each other. Life seems to be leading us back to that dynamic and we are both open to exploring it once again.

So glad I was able to attend last night's 2 Hour Restorative Yoga Session, my last one before I leave, it was much needed, enjoyed, and appreciated. I want to send a heart felt Thank You to Linda M. for greeting me with a precious hug while assuring me she will look out for Momma Jane when I am away. Linda, you have no idea how much that means to me.

Momma Jane and I are very close and while it may not seem like it when we are bickering over work stuff, sometimes we are all we have. We lean on eachother and I am fortunate to say my mom is my best friend. I am going to miss my Momma Jane and my new life's journey will be a big transisiton for her as well. We had gotten used to the idea of being just across town from eachother, creating and working together everyday, so this move will be a shock to both our systems. No worries though, Momma Jane is the strongest woman I know and I aspire for her strength everyday. We will get used to a new idea in no time.

I raise my herbal tea mug to all of you facing new and exciting adventures, unexpected twists on your life's road, and making it home from the grocery store without forgetting anything on your list, everyday is truly a journey. . . CHEERS TO YOU and remember to always celebrate!!!

Namaste

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

NURTURE NEWS

2 HOUR RESTORATIVE YOGA SESSION W/ KAREN SMITH
FRIDAY JULY 17th, 2009 5-7p.m.

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Nurture's latest breaking news is moi's departure. I will be moving to Chicago the first week in August. It has been a whirl wind. I am sad to be leaving such a cherished treasure. I have been next to Momma Jane in every step of the way from the brewing idea to the bubbling place Nurture is today. At the same time, I am also ecstatic to be embarking on a new and adventurous journey with the Hubs.

Andrew, the hubs, lived in Chicago a few years before moving back to Hot Springs, when we reconnected and fell in love. I have known for some time that returning to Chicago was in his heart, so when the opportunity arrived we had to take it. He will be back on his old stomping grounds at the Board of Trade and I will be, well, I will keep you posted. As for now, I am going with the flow. Which is not usually my strong suit, but I am ready for something new and exciting and I know life always has a way of working out, even if it is not what we expected.

As for Nurture, there is no need to worry, it will continue to build and grow and fly on it's own. You can still expect your usual Yoga, Zumba, and Spa Services. However, we will be making some small changes to the Spa, we will no longer offer PCA Peels, Facial & Body Sculpting, Detox Facials, or waxing services. I will continue to keep you updated on Nurture's Hip Happenings through Twitter, Be Nurtured Blog, and our E-Newsletter.

I have put a lot of time, energy, and heart into Nurture and have enjoyed meeting all of you, working with a fabulous staff (including Momma Jane of course), and watching it flourish. I plan to visit as often as possible, because I miss it already.

Keep Andrew and I in your thoughts and meditaions as we pack, load, travel, unpack, unload, and begin a new life together. We will need plenty of positive energy sent our way as transitions are never as easy as one would like.

Hope to see you before we set out on our life's latest journey.

Namaste