Phew! That was a hot and sweaty yoga practise... Better get me some coconut drink.

So I should be sunning myself in India right now, but because London had some snow I am still waiting to start my journey. Yes, I was one of the many sat on the tarmac at terminal 5 for 7 hours on Friday waiting to be de-iced, blow dried and all the other scenarios we were told were happening to the plane. British Airways had looked after me when boarding the plane, and had allocated me two seats to myself (as I am recovering from a medical procedure). Having had the week from hell and not being able to control the outcome, sitting on this flight was fairly minor in the greater scheme of things. I understand we have no control over the weather but many European cities deal with snow on a daily basis, so I don't understand why an airport as large as this one gets it so wrong. We were shipped off the plane and left to our own devices. There was no information whatsoever. After waiting a couple of hours for my baggage, I overheard someone say "no more bags will be c

On Friday the 4th of January, I attended the celebratory funeral service of a truly "remarkable" man. An academic scholar who spoke 5 languages and who was awarded many accolades for his services both in the UK and abroad. At 81, he swam and windsurfed and indeed had the greatest enthusiasm and passion for life of anyone I have ever met (except for his wife). All of these things mentioned would be fantastic things to be remembered by. However, I will remember him for his: Compassion Humility Love for his family Interest in everyone's life Love of art and opera Acceptance of all beings Ability to encourage his children and grandchildren to be who they wanted to be Large gin and tonics and his passion for cooking We visited him in hospital a week before he died. Despite being very unwell, he was surrounded by his children and grandchildren and when one of them asked "what does namaste mean?", he knew the answer but was too unwell to articulate it.

This a great tip from Kino. I gave it a go and it worked like magic. I will definitely share it with my students.

Some beautiful words of wisdom for when times are hard: Bear patiently, my heart, for you have suffered heavier things. Homer

Calling all you London yogis. Last chance to join in these charity classes at STILLPOINT YOGA LONDON tomorrow ( Sunday 30th of December ). Get to practise with senior Ashtanga yoga teachers, whilst raising money for a wonderful charity Centrepoint and remembering a member of the yoga community sadly no longer with us. Only a few places remaining so book your space here . A day of charity yoga classes with John and Lucy Scott                                  In memory of Ozge Karabiyik Raising awareness of Centrepoint , helping London's young and homeless Sunday 30th December 2012 John and Lucy will be teaching 2 classes on a donation basis (minimum £10) and all proceeds will be passed on to Centrepoint, John and Lucy's favourite homeless charity.  There will be 2 classes on the day, both being a Sanskrit counted led Ashtanga Yoga primary series. The times of these classes are: 1st Class: 10:00am - 12:00pm 2nd Class: 13:00pm - 15:00pm  We are lookin

My festive fruit bowl... A bit like me... good and bad.

Lets get this party started. Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas. x

Phew! One more sleep till Christmas.

Mudra time