Update!

For anyone out there still reading this lil blog, I am still alive!

I’ve had trouble deciding what to write about, though there hasn’t been a shortage of interesting happenings in my life since August 14th (the last time I posted!).

One of the biggest changes in my life has been my new position as a Member of AmeriCorps, the Career Corps, specifically. The Career Corps is a new program for AmeriCorps-St. Louis, which was designed to help alleviate the overcrowding in career centers across the state of Missouri. So, for the past month or so (man, it’s gone by fast!), I’ve been serving at SLATE (St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment) Missouri Career Center in downtown St. Louis.

My efforts have mainly been dedicated to assisting our clients while they search and apply for jobs online. There is a huge portion of our population that hasn’t the faintest idea how a computer works. So, I teach two classes here, one on the basics of computers (how a mouse works, what the desktop is, etc.) and how to use email (go GMAIL!).

The work is rewarding, and I’m learning a lot about people, myself and the state of our economy today. I wouldn’t have though when I moved to St. Louis that I’d be serving the community in such a way, but I’m glad I chose to take this path. The next 10 months or so (the length of my service with AmeriCorps) will probably end up being one of the most eye-opening experiences of my life.

I’m still teaching yoga! I teach five classes throughout the week, and I love seeing my students GROW! It’s so great to see how they are progressing in their own practices, and I enjoy seeing people return again and again for my classes! Teaching (yoga or computers) is so rewarding for me…I’m toying with the idea of graduate school…maybe I will teach yoga and writing for a living someday

I’ve got a few exciting posts coming up. On Monday, I attended a book club meeting with a special guest–Deepak Chopra! So, I will tell you all about that…I’m trying to finish the book before I post, so hold on tight (I’m more than 1/2 way finished!).

Also, last night, I experienced my first Reiki therapy session. I’m going to give the treatment a few days to “kick in,” so check back for that as well!

Wow, I’m so happy to be writing again…even if no one reads this!

Please feel free to leave a comment and let me know if there are any topics you would like to read about! I love constructive feedback!

Have a wonderful Thursday!