Category: Anne writes

Hello friends! Months have passed since my last post, and it is my sincere wish that you are all well and happy. Our beautiful planet is ever spinning with causes and effects, aka Karma, thereby supporting learning & growing for all at this 3-D level.

As we daily are bombarded with difficult news and big challenges the practices of Yoga are more than merely necessary, they are vital! My personal practices include yoga asana (postures), pranayama (breathwork), and several meditation techniques. One yogic meditation technique I utilize daily involves recitation with Mala Beads. In Yoga philosophy this is called Japa Mala Meditation. The lovely Tibetan/Nepalese Imports Store in Old Town, San Diego, Gum Saan, is hosting me in offering a free class on the Purpose and Practice of the use of Mala Beads, also known as Prayer Beads. Those of you in the area and interested, please join us on Thursday, September 25th. If you have additional questions or would like clarification, please contact me. I would love to hear from you! In the words from a famous 60’s song, ” What the World Needs Now is Love”, we might paraphrase as, ” What the World Needs Now is Love & Japa Mala Meditation” !

Namaste and Many Blessings Aum Shanti

In the latter weeks of 2023 I was fortunate to have access to the necessary support systems allowing for a literal heart tune up. In the photos you see the heart & heart valve anatomy. In an open heart surgery, the fantastic team of professionals at the University of California San Diego Hospital repaired 5 different concerns in that most important bit of my anatomy. I am awed and tremendously grateful for all the the support & love given to me during this healing journey by professionals, friends, and family. Here are a couple of photos of supportive friends. My “Heart” is full of gratitude!

Now we are 6 months into 2024. In my retirement I have chosen to volunteer with the San Diego Chapter of the League of Women Voters. In these pics we have volunteer work for a Candidate Public Forum sponsored by the League (of which there will be many in election year 2024) and a trip to Tijuana, Mexico to meet & celebrate with Central American immigrants who are waiting for their asylum status approvals. Working with the League has opened another world of involvement that has been a fantastic learning experience.

Wishing you all a happy, healthy adventure into the upcoming days & events of 2024.

Namaste With Love

2023 sees us opening to many changes great & small. Certainly the changes that have developed since the pandemic have had us all in a challenging whirl, not to mention the uncertain developments in climate and government, globally. With many choices available as to how to spend our down time, here are some of the offerings in San Diego that I have enjoyed this past year.

From previous posts, the acknowledgement of San Diego as the choice for my retirement has been a blessing. To all of you who have helped with this possibility, I am forever grateful! Please remember to see the beauty that surrounds us.

In Love and Light

Namaste