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About downwarddogdvm

Just a small animal vet trying to live her yoga.

Who’s in for Yin?

                Got a car full of bolsters…ready for Yin at 7 pm tonight! See you at 452 Charles St., Windsor. $15 drop-in fee (cash preferred), partial proceeds to Pajama Angels. Email me at downwarddogdvm@gmail.com if you need … Continue reading

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This way to Yin!

   This way to Yin! Look for this sign to guide you to my first Yin yoga class (all levels, great for beginners) of the summer. Mon June 6th, 7-8 pm at the Pajama Angels HQ on 452 Charles St., … Continue reading

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What the Yin now?

It’s been a year of change and growth for my yoga practice and classes.  (Still trying to figure it all out…)  Thanks to Integrative Healing Arts Studio for hosting my Monday night Yin classes this winter.  Grateful to those who … Continue reading

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Yin begins again!

Hi Monday night Yinsters! Dianne has invited me to join her in another 6 week “Yoga For All” series on Monday 04 April 2016, at the Integrative Healing Arts Studio. I’ll be away for the first week so Dianne will lead … Continue reading

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OVMA 2016 and the “Zen Zone”

Rolling through Southern Ontario, on the train to Toronto.  Enjoying the chance to relax and write as I travel to my final destination.  I’m heading up to Toronto for my annual veterinary conference.  It’s been a tradition for almost 19 … Continue reading

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My Heart Belongs at Eastside Yoga

It’s the end of an era. My yoga had its beginnings at Eastside Yoga Studio.  Dianne Bondy introduced me to a practice that connected mind and body, something that had eluded me until then.  I grew my practice through yoga … Continue reading

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Mindfulness Meditation Retreat 2015

Nicole: You know how everyone’s always saying seize the moment? I don’t know, I’m kinda thinking it’s the other way around. You know, like the moment seizes us. Mason: Yeah. Yeah, I know. It’s constant – -the moment. It’s just… … Continue reading

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Dog Days of Summer Yoga Challenge

Can you do yoga, every day, for 21 days? I’m a member of yogasteya.com and the members in the virtual community posed the question this summer.   I’ve heard it takes 21 days of repetition to make something a habit. … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving 2015

Thankful for a sunny day off. Grateful to be spending time with family. Inspired to share yoga and my stories, with you. May you be happy.  May you be peaceful.  May you simply be.

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Mindfulness in a pint o’ beer

Have I said how much I love the “Flying Monkeys” brewery? They deserve another nod because of this last bottle.      

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