Thoughts From Annie

Dear Friends, With the cold weather moving in, all I want to do is stay snuggled under the covers in the morning. I feel gravity pulling me down into the warmth. This time of year, I find that I turn inward more, becoming more introspective. I start to prepare myself for the coming cold by…

Dear Friends, September 21 was International Day of Peace. This holiday was established by the UN in 1981 to serve as a reminder of our commitment to peace. A UN statement says: Peace is more than the absence of war. It is about transforming our societies and uniting our global community to work together for…

Dear Friends, Welcome back! We are busy cleaning up the studio, restocking our book shelves, adding a new bathroom to the second floor studio spaces, and readying Circle Yoga for the start of the fall session. Our adult classes start up September 11, and our family and kids classes start September 18. I hope that…

Dear Friends, It’s hard to believe that March has already arrived, but when I see the purple and yellow crocuses in my neighbor’s yard, I know that spring is just around the corner. My husband, Paul, celebrates the start of March, with his own personal holiday, March 4. He says it’s the only day of…

Dear Friends, February is the month of Love. With Valentine’s Day on February 14, we often think about the people that we love the most, and we honor our relationships with them by giving gifts, and telling them how much they mean to us. I enjoy this tradition very much. I hope that all of…

Dear Friends, We hope you were able to enjoy the holiday break with your loved ones, and had a chance to practice the art of giving — giving your time, your attention, your love, or whatever shape your generosity takes. Giving is the practice of letting go. In giving to others, we surrender our attachments,…

Dear Friends, Letting go of the summer… a practice of impermanence. Everything changes, including our studio! We are looking forward to hosting you in our newly renovated adult yoga studio, with its peaceful views over the treetops near Connecticut Avenue. We are sure this will provide a relaxing and quiet space for you to unwind…

Dear Friends, Sometimes taking a break from our usual routine during the summer allows us to contemplate taking our lives into new directions when our routines start up again in the Fall. This summer, Circle Yoga is planning lots of creative class ideas for you to try out alone or with your family. We have…

Dear Friends, Summertime brings a welcome change of routine for many of us here in DC, with school out, children home or in camp and maybe even the opportunity to get away from the heat for a few days or weeks. My own favorite summer activities include climbing into bed while the sun is still…

Dear Friends, With the azaleas and dogwoods in full glory in Washington this month, I hope you will find the opportunity to rise early, take some time for yourself and experience the serenity and beauty of each May morning as it passes. Here at Budding Yogis, we are thrilled to announce the opening of our…