Author: ambermoon

your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, 3/3/2024

Outside! I get to finally be OUTSIDE!!!

You don’t even know how much joy this brings me.

Outside with decent temps.

Outside with my hands in the dirt.

Outside enjoying the breeze.

Laughing at the chickens.

Expanding & planting my garden.

Repotting & sticking plants in the ground.

With all this outside time, I’m reminded of the Massage: The Driveway Series days of COVID, where I realized just how much I like being outside. Those were the perfect summers for that (2020 & 2021). Summer temps these past few years, not so much.

I’ve noticed 3 rabbits in my backyard this winter, and this past weekend found a nest of baby buns. A neighbor was mowing a small section of my yard for me & heard them before anything happened. Don’t worry, they’re ok. Four lil buns. So so cute!

No, I’ve not named them.

The adventure of middle school track has begun! We’ve had 1 quasi-meet so far – no awards, just come get a time and see where you are. Our best 8th grade male miler broke the school record. Next up, he’s gonna break 5 minutes. I’m coaching the distance kids (800, 1600, 4×400) – right up my alley, and also what I ran in high school. Also working with relay hand offs, and helping the kids with a lot of leg aches & pains. I’ve even got a few roll out clinics for them on the calendar so they can help themselves more.

I’ve also been cleared to get on with life – no restrictions per my surgeon. My PT has upped my rehab program to get me ready for the demands of running. A doable and welcome challenge. Until she says “run”, I’m walking more, continuing with biking, and joined Clay Madsen Rec Center so I can get back to swimming while waiting for my outdoor pools to open.

I’m just grateful to be able to be outside, to finally get some outdoor projects moving, to have energy to do them, and to start getting back into a multi-sport athlete mode.

Now I just need to remember the sunscreen on my knee scars!

What is this Spring bringing for you? I’d love to hear.

Admin note

I’ll be putting the 2nd quarter’s regular appointments & classes in soon. Be on the look out. Let me know ASAP if you need to change any regularly scheduled sessions please. You’ll know I’m working on it, cuz if you are regularly scheduled, you’ll be getting lots of emails…

Blueberry Reads

I’ve been working thru 2 audio books of late. Earth Magic explores our early connections with Mother Earth, that loss, and the more recent revival of Wicca. It’s got some meditations in Part 4 that specifically say “do not do while driving”, so I had to start a 2nd book until I could do those at home.

Similar in topic, I chose Wicca Magical Deities. It’s ok. Not going as in depth as I would like, but a nice review of the Roman, Greek & Egyptian cultures along with 3 of their main deities. I took Latin in high school, and my first go at college I was an architecture major, so I love this kind of stuff. Should be wrapping 1 or both of these up soon, and then on to next!

Taylor & virtual openings

Last minute openings happen. Keep an eye on my schedule or reach out if you are looking for & not seeing something that works for you.

• Tues, 3/5, 3p (may not show, reach out if you want to book this slot please)
• Tues, 3/12, 2p **Spring Break**
• Thurs, 3/14, 1130 – 1245 start times available **Spring Break**
• Tues, 3/19, 345p (may not show, reach out if you want to book this slot please)

Austin openings

Last minute openings happen. Check back on the calendar regularly, or reach out and let me know you’re looking. I also post on FB & IG when these happen, since they are more infrequent. At the moment, Austin is booked solid.

Class schedule

It’s BACK! We’re back at the TRACK! Yes! Taylor Track Time returns with a 3 fold emphasis, encouraging you to get out & move!

• Walk your way fit – for those of you that just want to walk. Improve technique and understanding of how to maximize your benefits.
• Walk to run – for those currently walking that want to run, or those that have run before and seem to consistently get injured. Form, technique, and appropriate intervals of running are on your agenda.
• Taylor Track Time – for those runners that want to improve – get faster, feel better, and enjoy running more.

You can register for Track thru the City of Taylor. Viniyoga, Pilates & EUTM are thru the studio.

And so here we find ourselves, again, at the end of the post. The end of Sunday. I’ve got a lot of things accomplished today, yet dishes & folding laundry are not on that list. *sigh*. I need a break first. What’s still on your list to do?

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, 2/18/2024

Recently one of my Austin office suite mates referred to me, in discussion with her husband, as “all sunshine & kale.” She looked sheepishly at me as she told me this. I broke out into a broad smile.

I love it. It’s very accurate, in my opinion! Made my day, and I’ve used it in various conversations since. Today, I ask you to join me in the humor of it.

And when you think of me, think of sunshine & kale.

Last week was busy. Middle school track season started. I had several medical appointments. I had 8 trips into Round Rock, Austin, or Cedar Park. See below for Blueberry Reads and how I’ve made all that driving enjoyable.

I am grateful for this next Monday, President’s Day, where I don’t have to leave the house if I don’t want to. I get a little down time, a little grounding, and time to replenish of my soul. I’m ready to go stick my hands in dirt & plant my seedlings.

And I really shouldn’t go by Lowes if I’m filling in an empty time slot when in town. Anyone wanna guess what I ended up coming out of there with? Be specific!

Amber Eats: Artichokes

Since this past fall, I’ve been working on incorporating more healthy gut food into my diet. One of these foods is artichokes. Of late, this is has the food with which to I play.

It started out in a kind of chicken alfredo (alfredo more for the sauce than the pasta – cuz there was none), then I got curious about artichoke-spinach dip sans the spinach… substitute in kale.

What about artichoke dip on it’s own? Good, but too heavy for what I wanted.

Hmmmm now let me roast them & see what happens.

Let’s now combine everything into one recipe. My favorite dish, at this writing, has a blend of these taste tests. All in one pan. No baking required.

There’s no official recipe here, rather I’m giving you a peek at what I’m trying, and you can experiment on your own. I’m using frozen artichokes. Why frozen? I prefer less processing, and it’s easier for me to portion out a single serve. Plus, only 50mg sodium vs 350.

The base

Garlic, red onion or leeks, chicken (2-3 tenders or 1 thigh, cut up), artichokes. I’ve tried it with mushrooms & kale as well, and as long as you leave the artichokes dominant, they work. Cook all this first, then add in the sauce. You could totally make this vegetarian. Artichokes are considered a high-protein vegetable with 4.8g per 1 cup.

The ‘alfredo’

• chicken broth/bone broth (veggie if going vegetarian)
• Violife Vegan cream cheese (2T or 1/4 container) – I get the kind with chives for more flavor. Cooking more than 1 serving? Make it 2T per serving, a little more if you want thicker, a little less if you prefer thinner.
• Adams Reserve White Wine & Garlic Butter seasoning. I happened upon this at a sample station in HEB. Also really good on steak with a small dallop of butter. Yum.
• Dill (pairs well with artichoke)
• Parmesan – again, I went vegan here – happened upon it when cousin Amy was here last over at the Hutto HEB. Good. Stuff.
• salt/pepper to taste
• some sort of thickener – the Adams Reserve will do it some, but I add a little cassava flour/broth blend just to thicken it a bit.

Let it heat through, pour into a bowl. Enjoy.

If you give this a try, let me know how it goes. I’d love to hear your variations.

Blueberry Reads

Since I’ve been zipping thru books while driving Blueberry, I thought you might be entertained by my reading selection. No, it’s not all fitness. It’s a variety. Kinda like everything I do.

I finished 80/20 triathlon. I started this one as I published the previous Hello, Sunshine. It was so good. Not a lot of new info, but refining, tweaking, and a better definition here & there. It’s even influenced MY training as I re-laid out my plan to get ready for my 2 aquabikes this summer.

Another one I started – and just finished – is Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Again: So. Good. I highly recommend this for everyone. It shows us how our current state of the breath is damaging us, and explores a whole variety of ways to improving your well being by changing your breath. It was a well researched easy read. Luckily, I was in & out of Austin a lot this week, so I got it done quickly. I mentioned it to 2 people, and they’d already read it. I’m behind the curve!

I don’t know what book is next… I think something a little off topic from the previous 3.

One thing I DO know: I’ve missed reading. Part of my immune issues affects my ability to sit & read for long periods (except for flights – I can totally finish a Kindle book then). Maybe these books are so good cuz I’ve been reintroduced?

Have a book you’d recommend? Let me know! I’ll take a look at it.

Taylor & Virtual openings

Last minute openings happen. Keep an eye on my schedule or reach out if you need something not showing.

• Thurs, 2/22/24, open from 1245p, then open 315-445p
• Thurs, 2/29/24, open 2-4p
• Tues, 3/5/24, open 245-430p

Austin openings

• Wed, 2/14/24, 145p (30 min only)
• Wed, 2/21/24, open from 1-315p
• Wed, 2/28/24, 1 or 115p

Last minute openings happen. Check back on the calendar regularly, or reach out and let me know you’re looking. I also post on FB & IG when these happen, since they are more infrequent.

Coaching middle school track affects my late appointment (after 5p) on Wednesdays only. Some track meets are on Fridays when I’m in town, but should not interfere.

Virtual Classes

Two weeks until Taylor Track resumes on Thursdays…. are you ready?

It’ll be virtual classes until then – sign up online, and purchase your package for the best pricing.

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, 2/4/24.

Blueberry, my car, recently had a little boo-boo and got a little body work done, during which I had the “luxury” of a modern rental car (as opposed to my 2010 low tech car). My favorite thing about this rental was that I got my Audible account linked to the in-car system and was able to listen to a book. In the 9ish days I had the rental, I got thru most of 1 book – The Cyclist’s Training Bible: The World’s Most Comprehensive Training Guide.

And then I got Blueberry back. I can hook into the stereo system with an AUX cable, but I have to take the phone case off to get the cable to sit correctly. It was a pain.

I start looking at the case and WHY it doesn’t work.

I have an impact driver, drill bits, and I know how to use them.

I enlarge the AUX hole. A lot. And now it works! I can keep the case on AND listen to books.

It’s a 35-40 min drive each way to the Austin Studio. While I now plug the phone in vs the automatic wi-fi connecting in the rental, it’s a small step that I don’t mind, and I get to listen to books. I’m already on to next: 80/20 Triathlon: Discover the Breakthrough Elite-Training Formula for Ultimate Fitness and Performance at All Levels.

And now I’ll be driving a little more as track season starts up. More books. YAY.

Getting your PlaySpan to equal your LifeSpan

One of my continuing education sessions from 2022 was presented by DotFit. Nutrition, research based, that is designed to help you increase how long you are active – your “playspan”, and increase it to where it is close to your lifespan. We all want that, right? The one thing that impressed me during the presentation was their multivitamin. It’s updated with new research on keeping the mind healthy, active, attentive.

Especially their over 50 one. I’ve got my mom starting on it. Other family have been on it. We’ve got some dementia in the family, so I’m doing what I can to minimize our risk. With research.

If you’re looking for a new multivitamin, take a look at this one. Read their research. See what you think.

Taylor & Virtual openings

• Fri, 2/9/24, open from 11a-1p
• Tues, 2/13/24, open from 2p-430p
• Thurs, 2/15/24, open from 2-315p

Last minute openings happen. Keep an eye on my schedule or reach out if you need something not showing.

Austin openings

• Wed, 2/14/24, 145p (30 min only)
• Wed, 2/21/24, open from 1-315p
• Wed, 2/28/24, 1 or 115p

Last minute openings happen. Check back on the calendar regularly, or reach out and let me know you’re looking. I also post on FB & IG when these happen, since they are more infrequent.

Coaching middle school track affects my late appointment (after 515p) on Wednesdays only.

Virtual Classes

I’m taking off from coaching Taylor Track Time until March – I don’t like standing out in the cold, to be honest. It’ll be virtual classes until then – sign up online, and purchase your package for the best pricing!

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, 1/18/24.

Yes, you’re right.

I’m a week late with this Hello Sunshine. I was outside prepping my gardens, chickens, & house for that winter weather we had last week. I didn’t even realize until Tuesday I had missed it.

Everyone survived! I’ve still have a garden! Except for the 1 chicken that was molting (she was about half naked), they managed. That one, Angel, got to spend about 2 days in the garage with a little higher protein food & a heat lamp to help her with the molting. She’s been good outdoors since.

I harvested my first ever broccoli crown right before that arctic blast (hand in inset pic for size reference), and I’ve got 3 more growing, waiting for me. I’ve still got onions, cabbage, swiss chard, and some mystery plants from last spring growing (likely brussels, more broccoli & …. uhhh…) as well.

A little about YOU, my clients

Last update I mentioned that I had 10 new clients – let me tell you a little more about YOU, my existing clients:

• A few of you have been with me since I started at the Y (2006) – with personal training, then Viniyoga & Pilates classes.
• I asked for guinea pigs among the Northwest YMCA staff as I started massage school in 2007. Many of those guinea pigs are still with me.
• Sometimes, you opt to change the service you use at Amber Moon Studio. Or do more than 1 thing at a time. Massage becomes Pilates. Pilates becomes CST. How about Personal Training AND Massage? It depends on what YOU need.

Knee update

The biggest thing I’ve noticed the past few weeks is that my creativity is back. My knee isn’t taking so much attention & energy.

During the arctic blast, I was out creating more wind block for the flock, and managed to slip on a slick cinder block stair coming out of my shed. I landed on my side more than my knees – I know because I had 2 eggs in that pocket that got crushed. My SI joint got a little tweak, knees were good, no bruises. Everything was a little tender. Took it easy the rest of the day, got a chiropractic adjustment once everything opened again, & I’m good now. That was a big *whew*. I’ve since leveled the block, and cousin Amy got me some anti-slip tape to put on top. That’s not gonna happen again!

I switched physical therapy facilities with the new year/new insurance, so it’s taken a little bit to get that going. Every physical therapist sees things differently, so I’ve a few new daily exercises added in that have been making a difference. I’m doing short intervals biking & walking, keeping it about 35-40 min. Beyond that total time, I’ve noticed my knee doth protest. My strength training (therapy & beyond) is coming along quite nicely. Loving playing with my training & progressions.

Amber Eats: Playing with my food. Again.

I happened upon a new single serve “bread” recipe. It’s pretty much fiber, protein & seasoning. Depending on how you make it, this could also be a muffin. The original recipe called it an English muffin.

You decide.

Flax bread/muffin recipe

• 1/4 c ground flax
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• options: sweetener (just a touch), seasonings

Mix all together, choose your container – I actually mix in the one I choose – and microwave for 90 seconds. Prefer a sammich? Pick a flatter container (I use a shallow bowl). You a muffin person? Use a mug or 3 cup ramekin. Maybe divide it in 2 smaller ones. With the high flax content it stays moist. Remove from container & enjoy immediately!

I’ve used a small amount of agave & a few berries for a muffin.

For bread, I typically add garlic & black pepper. Pictured above it’s an egg salad sammich (slice the shallow container bread in half the easy way).

Be creative. You do you!

Taylor & Virtual openings

• Tues, 1/23/24, 4p (30 or 45 min), contact me to schedule
• Thurs, 1/25/24, 1p (30 or 45 min) or 315 (30 or 45 min)
• Tues, 1/30/24, open from 2p-430p (contact me if you don’t see an opening)

Last minute openings happen. Keep an eye on my schedule or reach out if you need something not showing.

Austin openings

• Wed, 1/24/24, 445 or 5p
• Wed, 2/21/24, 230p (30 or 45 min)
• Fri, 3/1/24, 315p

Last minute openings happen. Check back on the calendar regularly, or reach out and let me know you’re looking. I also post on FB & IG when these happen, since they are more infrequent.

Virtual Classes

I’m taking off from coaching Taylor Track Time until March – I don’t like standing out in the cold, to be honest. It’ll be virtual classes until then – sign up online, and purchase your package for the best pricing!

Thanks for reading all this way down here!

If you read something that inspired you, or you tried the recipe, I’d love to hear – drop me an email, text, DM.

It’s here! A new year! Time to start fresh, maybe to renew, process & learn from 2023, & move forward.

2023 was a very good year. I finally got that 2nd new knee. The first knee started behaving and now they are almost equal. I’ve started walking again. I am finally able to bike with no limits except fitness. I’m beginning to feel progress back to being me – active, athletic, and able to do things without pain. I completed 2 aquabike events and 1 Mamma Jamma ride before the left knee said “less please”. One room in the house finally got done (except flooring). The garage got organized, the Blueberry (my car) can come in AND have all the plants inside AND have room to move around. I got to spend quality time with #cousinextraordinare Amy in Yellowstone & during knee #2. I lost Gypsy in January, and finally don’t tear up every time I see a pic of her.

As for the Studio, I had 10 new clients join the energy of what I’ve created. I took over the Austin Studio space & made it my own. I coached middle school cross country for the first time, giving back to those that helped me embark on my love of running & future fitness career. I’ve typically have limited openings most weeks, and income is finally back up to pre-COVID levels. *whew*

The athletes I coach have done some amazing things. One ran Boston. They’ve podiumed. They’ve competed at new distances. They’ve laughed & learned. As have I.

I got back into educating myself:

• Systems Informed Therapy: The Body
• Systems Informed Therapy: The Mind
• Postural Corrective Exercise Certification
• FloridaMania
• The Enteric Brain (craniosacral therapy)

My biggest take aways: Do what you love. Be an active participant to get back to it, if needed. It won’t just happen on its own. Create an environment where you thrive, then those around you will too. You’ll attract those of similar energy. Learn. Always learn. Laugh more. Love more.

Vicki’s Art

I’ve had several people comment on the art in the Austin studio. It’s from a client, and if you’re interested, she’s now got her art available online.

Classes

We are back to normal, and I’ve actually been doing most of the Pilates & Viniyoga classes since early December. Depends on when I have physical therapy as to how much of EUTM I am willing to do. All this sitting just not cutting it. Had to move. Come join me in having fun again! Packages are available.

Just a note that track will run thru 1/18 (Th), and then take a break until March. This program is now run thru City of Taylor – $5/session or $40 for 10 on their fitness punch pass.

Personal sessions are available during the break time.

Taylor & Virtual sessions

As always, subject to change, and last minute cancellations happen. Book early, book often, and LMK if you need help finding what you need.

• Tues, 1/2, 1245-3p open
• Tues, 1/9, 330p (30 min)
• Tues, 1/16, 315 (up to 45 min)
• Wed, 1/17, 1145a (contact me to schedule)
• Tues, 1/30, 145-4p open

Austin Studio

Ditto from above: As always, subject to change, and last minute cancellations happen. Book early, book often, and LMK if you need help finding what you need. There is a waitlist for Austin sessions on occasion. Yeah, my expanded Fridays are booked for January – but there are a few openings on Wed! Quick – grab your time slot!

• Wed, 1/17, 1-315p open
• Wed, 1/24, 230 (up to 45 min) & 445p
• Wed, 1/31, 1-315p open

Thank you!

For reading this far, for contributing to the energy of Amber Moon Studio, and for just general awesomeness on your part. I’d love to hear your reflections on your 2023.

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, 12/17/2023

I’m officially into outpatient PT. I’m so far ahead of the curve, she’s having fun with me. My first day was evaluation, and there was a 6 min walk test – “we’re gonna run out of sidewalk” and “we won’t need to retest this at the end”. They were impressed that I’m already walking a mile and biking outdoors for 30 minutes. Upon finding out I was a runner/triathlete, she did asked me if I tried running yet. Ooooo…. don’t tempt me!

Alas, no I have not.

I’m 7 weeks out as of 12/18. I think that’s a little early to be running. My bones are still healing. I do have to regularly remind myself regularly that I’m only “X” weeks post-op.

I feel I’m doing a pretty good job balancing getting my home rehab, the cardio, work AND rest in. I’m ready for the next short break that Christmas brings, and at the moment Dec 27-29 are light (I’ll gladly fill it though!), so I get some down time, and time to prep for 2024.

So what’s on my agenda for 2024? Get stronger at walking & biking. Keep swimming. 1-2 Aquabike events. Expand my horizons with coaching middle school track, and coach cross country again in the fall. Get a better spring & fall garden than last year. Grow more of my own food. Finish painting tasks in the house. Keep up with my accounting. Get the hall (studio) bath updated. Play more. Hike more (likely a fall endeavor). Continue to grow the studio. Maybe a return to teaching an in-person class or 2. Get ready to start running in 2025.

What’s on your list? I’d love to hear!

Holiday hours

I’m taking off December 25 & 26, and January 1. Otherwise, studio is open as usual. Yes, I’ll be in Austin on Wednesdays, 1-6ish.

Classes

Except for Tues, 12/26, classes run as normal. No track 12/26 or 28. Everything resumes 1/2/24.

Just a note that track will run thru 1/18 (Th), and then take a break until March. This program is now run thru City of Taylor – $5/session or $40 for 10 on their fitness punch pass.

Personal sessions are available during the break time.

Taylor & Virtual sessions

The week of Dec 18 is currently running FULL. Last minute openings happen. Please check my scheduler or reach out.

Upcoming openings

• Wed, 12/27, I could be talked into a 1145a if the 1P in Austin doesn’t get booked.
• Thurs, 12/28, 330p
• Fri, 12/29, 145 or 2p

Austin Studio

It’s almost here – more Austin studio days/times! Starting Jan 5, I’ll be there every other Friday 130-4, or so. Some weeks it’s already flexed a little based on what else I’ve got going on. So if you are looking for a regular slot (or an irregular one!) and not seeing an opening on Wednesday, here’s your chance. I’ve got Fridays in the scheduler thru March 1, so you no longer have to go thru me. It is a bit of computer work for me to get Fridays in, so I’m only going to have 1-2 months open at a time. Act now and get your Friday slot ASAP!

Upcoming Austin openings

• Wed, 12/27, 1p, 330p
• Fri, 1/5, 345 or 4p (30 or 45 min only)
• Wed, 1/17, 1-3p
• Fri, 1/19, 230-415p

Happy Holidays to all!

Thank you for being a part of Amber Moon Studio! I genuinely appreciate each and every one you.
May your holiday season be merry & bright, how ever you choose to celebrate.

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, for the 2 weeks starting 11/26/23

It’s been 4 weeks since knee #2 got replaced, and I’m so far ahead of the curve on this one. Even my PTs are amazed where I am. My range of motion is from 0* to 120*. At 6 months, the right knee (#1) was still at 110. It really is a night & day difference between the 2. I managed to get out on my road bike briefly this past Saturday. Yes, range of motion is really good, and I’m still reminded I’m only 4 weeks out. I am still healing. My endurance is still low. I still need lots of sleep. And the amazing #cousinAmy is going home on Wednesday. I’ve been gradually taking over home duties, and I know my kitchen counters are not going to stay clear!

So what does this mean for the studio?

• Classes will still be taught from a chair through end of year. Then I’ll re-evaluate.
• Massage sessions – I’m starting to stand a little in each, so it depends on how many sessions I’ve got in a day as to how much standing/sitting I’ll be doing. Too much standing at once affects me the next day. No bueno.
• Everything else is pretty much normal.

Class schedule

Classes are on! Please take some time for YOU and join me! It’s also a great time to get some eyes on how you are doing.

Register here. Drop in rate and packages available.

Taylor & Virtual openings (Tu, Th & F)

• Tues, 12/5, 2-4p
• Tues, 12/12 2-4p
• Tues, 12/19, 315p (30 or 45 min)
• Thurs, 12/28, 1245p & 4p (30 min)
• Fri, 12/29, 1215p

Last minute openings happen. Please keep checking in – both online and with me. I can add you to my waitlist.

Austin openings (W & F)

• Wed, 12/6, 145-3p
• contact me for Friday, 12/8. No other Friday options til January after this.

Last minute openings happen. Please keep checking in – both online and with me. I can add you to my waitlist.

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, for the 2 weeks starting 11/12/23

I’m doing remarkably well. This knee is a night & day difference from knee #1. Firstly, I highly recommend nerve ablation. It was done 2 weeks prior to surgery. I’ve not been on opioids for pain, just Tylenol. Secondly, this knee had a completely different reason for being replaced, and wasn’t as severely out of alignment like the other one. Thirdly, the rest of me was in much better shape going IN to surgery. I hadn’t compensated my walk, which messed with my low back, SI joint & hips on the first knee.

So, 2 weeks off was good. I’ve worn myself out this weekend (in the best possible way), and taken naps (oh blessed naps!). I wasn’t ready to come back until now.

With that said, things will still be modified:

• Classes & Personal Pilates sessions will be taught from the chair. Not been to a class? It’s a great time to get that attention on form & technique you need, since I can really que what you need.
• Massages will be done in the medical or CST format for a bit. In English, you’ll be clothed and on top of the sheets. My ability to stand and apply pressure into massage strokes is not there yet. I will need to be seated for the majority of the session, at least thru Thanksgiving.
• Cousin Amy will be in charge. If she says I need to cancel, I cancel. I can’t always see that I need to. She will. I have been needing a nap a day (lunch-ish), so a reschedule might be in order.

The good news – I’m so far ahead of where I was with my other knee, that I’m hoping I’m back to “normal services” before long. Classes will likely be the thing that takes me the longest time to get back to doing normally.

Thank you

Wanted to say a huge thank you to the favor I put out – I had numerous offers to prepay, I accepted some, and am holding the others in mind in case I need. A few extra expenses popped up that first week off, but it’s all covered now.

Class schedule update

It’s all back. Just me teaching from the chair.

Tuesday

• 1045a, Pilates Mat
• 5p, Everything Under the Moon
• 615p, Taylor Track Time

Wednesday

• 1030a, Viniyoga

Thursday

• 5p, Everything Under the Moon
• 615p, Taylor Track Time

Taylor & virtual sessions

Here’s what’s available for the next bit.

• Nothing at the moment – I’m intentionally blocking out some open slots so I can rest between sessions. If you NEED a session though, please text/email me. Once I see how I’m doing, I may open some up.
• Last minute openings happen – keep checking in or ask please!

Austin sessions

Massage, craniosacral therapy, Body Symmetry correction & personal training are now available at this location.

Wednesdays, 1-630p

• Nov 22, 215p, 330p.
• last minute openings happen – keep checking in or ask please!

Fridays – 130-4p. Please contact me directly to schedule a Friday session.

• Starting January 5, I’ll be in every other week. Sessions for these dates will be available schedule while I’m recovering with bionic knee #2 (Oct 30-Nov 10).
• last minute openings happen – ask please!

Yeah, I’m so ready.

Cousin Amy & I have gotten a lot done around the house in prep for this. Ready to go to bed, get a good night’s sleep, and then get a new knee (5a arrival, home that afternoon).

So I’m out for the next 2 weeks. Last knee, the 1.5 weeks I took off just wasn’t enough. Let’s keep fingers crossed that this one has me twiddling my thumbs.

Amy will be posting updates on my personal Facebook page, and I’ll post something quick here by mid-/end of week, let you know how I’m doing.

Until then… happy positive healing thoughts welcome!

Your guide to everything under the moon, the Amber Moon, for the 2 weeks starting 10/15/23

Yes, Knee #2 installation draws nigh… I’m ready! This knee is on decline, and seems to be declining at just the right time. It’s like I talked to the Universe and asked it to hold on until after cross country was over.

And cross country IS over. Happy/ sad. Our last meet – our division finals – was inspiring. To have seen all these little people training since early August, and finally showing their best. I was just proud. I admit, I hugged a few. They’ve come so far. My 5/6 girls WON their division. By seconds. The other groups (7/8, boys & girls in all the various combos) all placed top 3 in teams, we took 1st individual honors in both boys races, and our top girl was 2nd. Lots of top 15 medals all around.

It was nice to be seen as part of a team. We had other coaches coming up to congratulate us, comment on how BIG our team was (50ish kids over 4 divisions – probably 40 race each weekend). Our team has depth. Something a lot of teams don’t have.

I’m excited to see what they’re gonna do in Track this Spring. Shouldn’t affect my Studio schedule too much… I just need to remember to not do anything else while it’s going on!

The same day, my assistant coach Stephanie out here in Taylor was leading the Taylor Track Time athletes at the Good Life 5k. From this group we had 2 age group winners!

I know she’s excited to be embarking on this journey as coach, and having FUN while doing it. We’ve got 2 more events coming up – Veterans Beer Run 5k and Run for the Roses 5k/10k.

Class schedule update

Just one class shifts with the end of cross country – Everything Under the Moon returns to Tues & Thurs 530p.

Taylor & virtual sessions

Here’s what’s available for the next bit.

• Oct 17, Tues, 2-345p
• Oct 20, Fri, 11a-1p
• last minute openings happen – keep checking in or ask please!

Austin sessions

Massage, craniosacral therapy, Body Symmetry correction & personal training are now available at this location.

Wednesdays, 1-630p

• Oct 25, 215p
• this is it thru Knee #2 installation
• last minute openings happen – keep checking in or ask please!

Fridays – 130-4p. Please contact me directly to schedule a Friday session.

• Starting January 5, I’ll be in every other week. Sessions for these dates will be available schedule while I’m recovering with bionic knee #2 (Oct 30-Nov 10).
• last minute openings happen – ask please!