Posts Tagged ‘Philadelphia School of Circus Arts’
Open Yourself Up to Adventure
March 15, 2010
I love living serendipitously — accepting invitations, taking chances, starting conversations and learning whatever I possibly can. With this outlook, the sun is always shining. The opportunities unfold. I laugh a little harder … and I’m less stressed because life’s an adventure.
I’m amazed at the people I’ve met. Published authors, athletes, crafters, designers, business owners … it’s pretty awesome. And, I’m happy with my adventures and the stories that go with them — mud runs, flea markets, photo shoots, traveling, trapeze classes, rock climbing, fundraisers … and more.
There is so much out there, and it’s a shame that sometimes we get so “stuck” in routine. Well, you know what? I encourage you to do something different and have an open mind about it. Try a new class. Have lunch with a co-worker. Cook a new recipe. Host a theme party. Volunteer. Set a new goal. Start a new hobby.
When you open yourself up to adventure, you never know what could come of it. Life is meant to be enjoyed. GO FOT IT!
Photo by happyshooter.
Think BIG! Monthly Adventures and Accomplishments
January 6, 2010
In a previous blog post — 10 Things to Do in 2010 — I encouraged you to “Set a new goal each month.” The blog said: “This year, pick 12 things and stick to them. Your goals may include cleaning the garage; trying new recipes; using coupons whenever shopping or saving extra money for a family vacation. Whatever your goals are, write them down, and stick to it. It may be helpful to do some online research to help you get organized or get started.”
Well, I’m not one to take my own advice. I have goals, but there are way more than one for each month. And, knowing me, I’ll get everything done by April and the list will have to be edited and revamped. So, here is the “guideline” that I’ll follow this year. There are some things at the bottom of the list that I couldn’t add to a particular month … yet.
Please let me know if you want to join me on any of these adventures, or if you have any advice or feedback you want to share. Um, and feel free to support me on these goals!
PS – I put an “x” next to the things that are free! I put a “*” next to the things I’m doing for the first time.
Hi Rocky! When I run the art musuem steps, I will take a picture with you. Thanks.
January
x*Take a Zumba class.
*Take a pole dancing class.
Take an Intro to Aerial Workshop class (Philadelphia School of Circus Arts).
x*Try Wii Fit.
x*Research and organized finances – talk with Tiffany!
*Take a money management class – online? In person?
My Life as a Circus Aerial Girl
December 10, 2009
I look at ice skaters, gymnasts, break dancers and the karate powerhouses at who flip and turn — and I’m amazed. I’ve been to Cirque du Soliel and I’ve been to the circus, but I’ve never been close to what these people can do. (My time in gymnastics, dance and cheerleading … and even when I dabbled in learning how to break dance is nothing.)
Anyway, I had the chance to scratch something fun off my “bucket” list. I took “Introduction to Aerial Dance Harness” at the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts over the weekend. Karen Fuhrman, an instructor from New York taught the class. And, for the first time in years, I was somewhat graceful and flowing in air again.
My friend, Jessica, came with me. We didn’t really know what to expect. But when we got there, we saw people swinging from trapeze and hanging from long pieces brightly colored of silk. The girls (they were my age-ish) looked so cute in their pig tails, purple and pink hair, tattoos, leggings and legwarmers. I thought – Dang! And here I am having a “fat” day wearing my adidas pants and Phillies tee-shirt. I mean, I had the purple hair. I just wished I hadn’t eaten fists full of my mom’s eggrolls the night before. Read the rest of this entry »
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