Today, HYC celebrates our founders’s birthday. Bob turns 78 and celebrates in the way that delights his spirit, mind and body. He will practice yoga, teach his class, and play golf.
The cats and I will delight together with him in his simple presence. No doubt the students will, too. He inspires us all
What delights you? Can you enjoy those simple pleasures today in honor of Bob Smith‘s birthday? Ki to Happiness celebrates Bob.
The sidewalk in front of our building became strewn with loose gravel from the parking strip daily until I covered it with mulch last year. The mulch got kicked around quite a bit, making a tripping hazard until I placed contained plants on the parking strip. I found a few flat stones to mark a path for our students and neighbors to go to the grocery store across the street. 
What I wanted were steppingstones, but I wasn’t sure how I could manage them on my e-bike. On my walk yesterday, I found three of them discarded on the side of our alley. Now they are in place, a gift from the Universe.
 What gift would you love to receive from the Universe? Can you let your desire be known and then detach from the outcome? Ki to Happiness grows in faith, one stepping stone at a time.
As I started making blueberry bars for Bob’s birthday, I used the hot oven to also make some gluten-free cornbread. Before I knew it, I had spontaneously prepared a full community offering for today.
I respect that Bob does not want to have a party. So we won’t call it that. And yet I know that those who attend may want to celebrate him softly anyway.
Do you allow yourself to be spontaneous? Can you let yourself follow inspiration? Ki to Happiness listens to Guidance and acts on It.
Bob‘s birthday is coming up next Tuesday. He is not easy to gift or fete. After our regular weekly burrito date, I was surprised that he allowed us to do a little shopping for him.
We found a few suitable items at TJ Maxx. Together with a couple of other small gifts and special foods, we will celebrate quietly. We already sang the birthday song to him yesterday during his class to start off the Virgo season.
Do you observe birthdays? How do you ritualize the celebration of another year? Ki to Happiness celebrates life daily and observes other’s special days in the way that they prefer.
In the sunny afternoon, I cleaned up a corner of the garden. I removed a large wooden box that no longer served its intended purpose and had become a breeding ground for insects. Hauling it to the trash, a neighbor offered a helping hand.
As he walked toward me, I could see his willingness to assist. Together we accomplished the task cheerfully. The resulting cleanliness and beauty will reward us both, as well as all who come this way.
Do you allow others to help you? Do you offer a helping hand to others? Ki to Happiness helps and receives help as giving and receiving are one.
My brother shared with me the good news that he’s been laid off. He feels really good about it, as he is ready this time. In the past, I felt the weight of it on my shoulders, feeling responsible to carry his financial load if he could not.
That energetic burden has been lifted off my shoulders as he has provided well enough for himself in advance of retirement that he may simply shift into that status. I asked him what he planned to do next. He said he wants to find a nearby yoga class and resume his practice.
Who‘s load do you help carry? What would you do if you were free from it? Ki to Happiness and her brother would both practice yoga.

In the aftermath of the huge storms in the Midwest, my mom lost her Wi-Fi and then her phone. She reached out for help in all the ways necessary. Her connectivity is restored, so she is safe in her rural home.
I got to hear the epic story of how it all occurred. As she shared the challenges, we had several belly laughs. Overall, I’m grateful for my role, for her persistence, and for all the others who came through for her.
How do you help someone who is far away? What helps you stay connected? Ki to Happiness stays in her lane, and stays connected in Spirit.
I had my accounting appointment for this year‘s taxes on the first Monday of the year. I was the first client to completely prepare for filing. Even so, a attack until yesterday for my tax refund to arrive.
My accountant says the system is broken. I so appreciate his willingness to interface for me with the system. His expertise and perspective helps me navigate the complexities.
Have you gotten your refund yet? Who helps you interface with the complexities of our systems and their failures? Ki to Happiness is grateful for her accountant and the refund.
During Bob’s classes, I heard my phone notifying me that an old friend and colleague was reaching out for conversation. We were able to schedule some phone time later. As we began to chat, the time and distance between us disappeared.
Comparing notes on continuing to teach yoga, conducting private sessions, and being married brought us present. Fortunately, we both are healthy and give thanks to our yoga path for its contribution. She may attend our Jubilee next year, but we are wise enough to stay free from disappointment by abstaining from commitment, expectation or planning.
What connects you to your old friends? Can you let go of differences, time, and space? Ki to Happiness values chooses to focus on what unites.
I work with an alchemical aromatherapist who has brewed a special blend of essential oils for me to share. We call it OWIH, which stands for put it “on where it hurts”. I have used it myself in just that way with miraculous outcome.
I shared some of my supply with students about a month ago and everybody wanted some. That prompted me to make a special order for us, which has now been fulfilled. Soon, I will have plenty to offer as soon as it arrives.
Where does it hurt? Would you like to put something on it that others have found beneficial? Ki to Happiness offers all that has worked for her to others.