Barefoot & On the Mat 5/10-16: Happy Mother's Day!

JustSandra · 05-10-20, 01:23 PM

Greetings and welcome to the weekly Barefoot & On The Mat check-in thread! This is a long-running VF check-in. We're a cozy, friendly group who enjoy a wide variety of workouts, but we have a special fondness for those traditionally done without shoes. If you enjoy yoga, Pilates, barre, qi gong, Classical Stretch/Essentrics, Ellen Barrett, etc. (or even if you simply prefer doing traditional workouts without shoes!) you'll feel right at home.

Please feel free to join in. We love hearing from new, returning and guest Mat Mavens. Our welcome mat is always out!

JustSandra · 05-10-20, 01:38 PM

Hello again!

Happy Mother's Day, whether you are remembering your own mom (or someone who was like a mom to you), or if you are a mom yourself, or if you have ever acted as a mom for someone else.

My Aimless Walks got me through a strange few days last week. Some things were good -- I turned 65 (which I consider very positive!) and I also got the word I am set to return to my library job tomorrow (helping to pilot curbside pickup service for our system, which is the first phase to eventual reopening).

Unfortunately I also got some very sad news. One of my two brothers (not the one who is the father of my niece) was found passed away in his residence on Friday evening. We don't yet know a cause of death, but he had many serious health issues along with other problems. His son (my nephew) will be coming from out of state, and I have told him I will help him if he needs it.

The approaching hot weather, plus my (for now) morning library shifts, means I need to start pulling out cardio and weight DVDs more regularly. However, as I think I've mentioned, I also want to continue getting in outdoor walks when I can.

Waving to all -- be back later!

Paine · 05-10-20, 01:51 PM

Sweet (((Sandra))), it fills me with sadness to hear about your brother. I am so sorry. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and sending you love.

This morning I did: Sculpture Lower Body: Quads, Gluteus 1, Gluteus 2, Hamstrings, Abs & Cool Down

I enjoyed lower body Sculpture today. There were squats, wide plies, static lunges and work on all 4's which I've been wanting to do.

yogapam · 05-10-20, 03:02 PM

Popping in to send Sandra some virtual (((hugs))). I’m so very sorry about your brother.

toaster · 05-10-20, 03:10 PM

Sandra, what sad news, particularly on Mother's Day! Even though you don't have children of your own, my sense is that you have become a matriarch for your brothers, niece, and grand-niece. So sorry about this loss.

Paine, happy Mother's Day to you! Glad you are with your daughter and grandsons.

I'll post my week later.

JustSandra · 05-10-20, 04:34 PM

Thank you all for your thoughts. This was my brother who lived in a nearby city and was single with a grown son (my nephew) who lives out of state. I only saw him a few times a year -- maybe that is why the news still feels kind of unreal. But it means my small family just got smaller. There's now only me, my other brother, my niece (his daughter), my grandniece (her daughter) and my nephew. Still processing this!

toaster · 05-10-20, 07:53 PM

Quick post of my week.

Monday
Adam DC (YT) - Stretch & Strengthen Your Neck
Total Body Solution - Lower Back

Tuesday
Garrie (FB) - Cardio with Weights
Charisma Yoga Bar (YT, local studio) - Gentle Chair Flow with Carol (my friend!)

Wednesday
Yoga Tune Up Quick Fix Rx - 5 & 10m Neck
Yoga Tune Up Massage Therapy Kit - Upper Body, Shoulders (wall)
Yoga with Kassandra (YT) - 45m Yin Side Body Stretch

Thursday
30MTF Strength & Stamina - Upper Body Time Crunch premix
Ekhart Yoga LIVE (YT)
Barre3 (FB) - 10m Live Barre3 Lehigh Valley (live class taped last year; fun!)

Friday
Yoga with Yana (FT) - 10m Stretch Routine for Neck
Flower City Yoga (FB, local studio) - 20m Gentle Yoga w/Sarah (my MBB friend)

Saturday
LIVE (virtual) Grassroots Yoga with Molly

Sunday
HASFit (YT) - 5m Dynamic Warm-up
Jari Love (YT) - Total Body Workout with Britt, Part 2
Bellyfit International (FB) - LIVE class for Mother's Day

Last night we watched the movie BOMBSHELL, about the Fox News female anchors. While we were searching MOD, we saw another movie that looked interesting, THE SONG OF NAMES, and we're going to watch that tonight.

cyana · 05-10-20, 09:00 PM

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers....whether to human critters or those of the four-legged variety - or all of the above.

I went out for a walk today. I got out bright and early while it was still a bit cool, but nice and sunny. I'd intended to do weights this afternoon, but ended up taking a much-needed nap, as the feline was a major pain in the rear last night and I'd only had about 4 hours of sleep.

Sandra - Big ((hugs)) to you. I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. One of my brothers was in an accident (someone struck him) almost 2 weeks ago and he's still in the hospital with complications.

I hope the return to the library goes well tomorrow.

Waves to all - it's getting late and I need to get a few more things done before winding it down for the night.

Paine · 05-11-20, 10:17 AM

CS 1304

Cyana, I'm sorry to hear about your brother. That has to be worrisome and I'm sure it's especially upsetting since you aren't able to visit him due to the coronavirus. I hope your brother is able to return to health. I'm sending you virtual hugs!

Beth, did you like Bombshell? How was Song of Names?
We watched Pride & Prejudice (an old movie with Keira Knightley) and I really enjoyed it!

I continue to send Sandra my love!

toaster · 05-11-20, 10:33 AM

cyana, I am sorry to hear about your brother as well; it's tough to be dealing with any kind of medical issues during this situation.

Paine, we did like both movies. The Song of Names had some holes but was very engaging overall.

Happy Monday!

(dreary and rainy here today)

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05-10-20, 01:23 PM
JustSandra Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA	Barefoot & On the Mat 5/10-16: Happy Mother's Day! Greetings and welcome to the weekly Barefoot & On The Mat check-in thread! This is a long-running VF check-in. We're a cozy, friendly group who enjoy a wide variety of workouts, but we have a special fondness for those traditionally done without shoes. If you enjoy yoga, Pilates, barre, qi gong, Classical Stretch/Essentrics, Ellen Barrett, etc. (or even if you simply prefer doing traditional workouts without shoes!) you'll feel right at home. Please feel free to join in. We love hearing from new, returning and guest Mat Mavens. Our welcome mat is always out! __________________ Sandra "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Hunter S. Thompson

05-10-20, 01:38 PM
JustSandra Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA	Hello again! Happy Mother's Day, whether you are remembering your own mom (or someone who was like a mom to you), or if you are a mom yourself, or if you have ever acted as a mom for someone else. My Aimless Walks got me through a strange few days last week. Some things were good -- I turned 65 (which I consider very positive!) and I also got the word I am set to return to my library job tomorrow (helping to pilot curbside pickup service for our system, which is the first phase to eventual reopening). Unfortunately I also got some very sad news. One of my two brothers (not the one who is the father of my niece) was found passed away in his residence on Friday evening. We don't yet know a cause of death, but he had many serious health issues along with other problems. His son (my nephew) will be coming from out of state, and I have told him I will help him if he needs it. The approaching hot weather, plus my (for now) morning library shifts, means I need to start pulling out cardio and weight DVDs more regularly. However, as I think I've mentioned, I also want to continue getting in outdoor walks when I can. Waving to all -- be back later! __________________ Sandra "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Hunter S. Thompson

05-10-20, 01:51 PM
Paine VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010	Sweet (((Sandra))), it fills me with sadness to hear about your brother. I am so sorry. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and sending you love. This morning I did: Sculpture Lower Body: Quads, Gluteus 1, Gluteus 2, Hamstrings, Abs & Cool Down I enjoyed lower body Sculpture today. There were squats, wide plies, static lunges and work on all 4's which I've been wanting to do.

05-10-20, 03:02 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	Popping in to send Sandra some virtual (((hugs))). I’m so very sorry about your brother. __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

05-10-20, 03:10 PM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Sandra, what sad news, particularly on Mother's Day! Even though you don't have children of your own, my sense is that you have become a matriarch for your brothers, niece, and grand-niece. So sorry about this loss. Paine, happy Mother's Day to you! Glad you are with your daughter and grandsons. I'll post my week later. __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.

05-10-20, 04:34 PM
JustSandra Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA	Thank you all for your thoughts. This was my brother who lived in a nearby city and was single with a grown son (my nephew) who lives out of state. I only saw him a few times a year -- maybe that is why the news still feels kind of unreal. But it means my small family just got smaller. There's now only me, my other brother, my niece (his daughter), my grandniece (her daughter) and my nephew. Still processing this! __________________ Sandra "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Hunter S. Thompson

05-10-20, 07:53 PM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Quick post of my week. Monday Adam DC (YT) - Stretch & Strengthen Your Neck Total Body Solution - Lower Back Tuesday Garrie (FB) - Cardio with Weights Charisma Yoga Bar (YT, local studio) - Gentle Chair Flow with Carol (my friend!) Wednesday Yoga Tune Up Quick Fix Rx - 5 & 10m Neck Yoga Tune Up Massage Therapy Kit - Upper Body, Shoulders (wall) Yoga with Kassandra (YT) - 45m Yin Side Body Stretch Thursday 30MTF Strength & Stamina - Upper Body Time Crunch premix Ekhart Yoga LIVE (YT) Barre3 (FB) - 10m Live Barre3 Lehigh Valley (live class taped last year; fun!) Friday Yoga with Yana (FT) - 10m Stretch Routine for Neck Flower City Yoga (FB, local studio) - 20m Gentle Yoga w/Sarah (my MBB friend) Saturday LIVE (virtual) Grassroots Yoga with Molly Sunday HASFit (YT) - 5m Dynamic Warm-up Jari Love (YT) - Total Body Workout with Britt, Part 2 Bellyfit International (FB) - LIVE class for Mother's Day Last night we watched the movie BOMBSHELL, about the Fox News female anchors. While we were searching MOD, we saw another movie that looked interesting, THE SONG OF NAMES, and we're going to watch that tonight. __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.

05-10-20, 09:00 PM
cyana Join Date: Dec 2001	Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers....whether to human critters or those of the four-legged variety - or all of the above. I went out for a walk today. I got out bright and early while it was still a bit cool, but nice and sunny. I'd intended to do weights this afternoon, but ended up taking a much-needed nap, as the feline was a major pain in the rear last night and I'd only had about 4 hours of sleep. Sandra - Big ((hugs)) to you. I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. One of my brothers was in an accident (someone struck him) almost 2 weeks ago and he's still in the hospital with complications. I hope the return to the library goes well tomorrow. Waves to all - it's getting late and I need to get a few more things done before winding it down for the night. __________________ "People are unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered. Love them anyway." — Mother Teresa "I've decided to grow old disgracefully." - Twigs

05-11-20, 10:17 AM
Paine VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010	CS 1304 Cyana, I'm sorry to hear about your brother. That has to be worrisome and I'm sure it's especially upsetting since you aren't able to visit him due to the coronavirus. I hope your brother is able to return to health. I'm sending you virtual hugs! Beth, did you like Bombshell? How was Song of Names? We watched Pride & Prejudice (an old movie with Keira Knightley) and I really enjoyed it! I continue to send Sandra my love!

05-11-20, 10:33 AM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	cyana, I am sorry to hear about your brother as well; it's tough to be dealing with any kind of medical issues during this situation. Paine, we did like both movies. The Song of Names had some holes but was very engaging overall. Happy Monday! (dreary and rainy here today) __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.