Diddy Fulbright is our January student of the month. In less than two years Diddy has completed over 615 classes - Can you believe it? Congratulations to Diddy on all her hard work and dedication. Doo Wah!

My first class was jammed packed and the instructor's style was militant. My life at that time was chaotic and I appreciated the demands imposed on me from this external force. I am grateful for that start because I don't know if I ever would have pushed myself as hard as the instructors were pushing me. My spiritual growth at this phase was limited but I loved the extreme physical challenges.

About ten months later the studio was infused with an amazing new energy, and so was I. Our darling girls, Erika, Erin and Carol all started teaching. Their fresh perspective made me think about new beginnings and life's possibilities. I came to realize how important it was to listen, (in all areas of life). It was OK to smile during a difficult posture. I realized that we were all in this together that the teachers were growing and developing right along with me. My yoga began to fit better, it was no longer a struggle. My body and my mind were working together.

I think of Lamott and Teel entering my life at about the same time. Their calm and inner peace was reflected in my practice and in my life. I love looking into my beautiful face and believing. Lamott's hypnotic voice left the studio with me each day, and in the heat of the moment I could say "breathe, just breathe." It was a pleasure to explore thoughts and feelings that were asleep inside of me.

With the beginning of 2004, the studio has a new look and a new feel. David and Karen embrace each of us as we enter. The physical changes to the studio are impressive, as are the physical changes to our bodies. But what is really important is the positive energy created and shared in the studio and in our lives.