When I'm not managing the day-to-day operations of BLYS, I'm likely feeding, chauffeuring, and trying to keep up with my three sons. I also enjoy spending time with my handsome, loveably neurotic husband of 20+ years, snuggling my two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and binge watching serial killer docuseries.

 

Hey, a girl's gotta unwind.

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My journey here has not been a straight line. While I've always been an active person, I have never been a fan of "working out." I started taking yoga classes in the early 2000s because the practice reminded me of my early days as a gymnast and dancer. At first, yoga was a way to get strong and flexible without having to make nice with the stair master.

 

But before long, I started recognizing the emotional benefits that resulted from having a consistent yoga practice. I left classes feeling not just physically spent, but also mentally clear and more settled. In 2005 I had my first child, and subsequently put my marketing career on hold. It was at that time yoga became less of a hobby and more of a lifeline. Nine years and two additional kids later, I received my 200-hour yoga teacher certification, and in 2018 I co-founded Blue Lotus Yoga Studio.