Share the Love Yoga Event

So Much Love Being Shared

A week ago was Jen Gutmann and my yoga fundraiser for our trips. The event went so smoothly, and the support we had from our friends was unbelievable. The energy in the yoga room, and the party afterwards was so strong. It was just such an amazing experience being surrounded by people we love and who love us, and doing something we all love, for a cause other than our own personal gain.

I feel like in the last two weeks I have really seen the greatest, most wonderful sides of everyone I've been around. The other chaperones going on these trips and their hard work, dedication to the students traveling with us, the cause itself. The teachers and students at Revolution Power Yoga, their willingness to help and spread the word, and just even support emotionally. The awesome girls I work with, and their willingness to help make things easier for me and my busy new schedule, and helping to spread the word for me and the cause, as well as donate their time and skills to helping me raise money. My parents, for wholeheartedly supporting me in this decision to travel the world and help people in need. Every single person associated with me that has donated their time, or their skills, or their money or their product, or even just a kind word of appreciation.

My list of people to write thank you cards to is growing exponentially, and I couldn't be happier. One thing is for sure, this is a lot of hard work, but I plan on doing it for the rest of my life..

Cuts for Cambodia Day 1

Wow, what an awesome turn out last night at my first fundraising event. My lovely boss Jamie was kind enough to donate her evening to helping me take care of clients while my awesome mom and superstar Jen Gutmann socialized, served wine and food, and made sure everything moved smoothly. Cafe 163 made delicious salad and carrot cake for some healthy snacks and Steve Anzalone of Beverage Distributors donated a few bottles of wine for the event. It was a long night, but totally worth it, as I raised $585 for my trip. I have more clients tonight and tomorrow so lets see what more we can raise!!! Also preparing for the Glow Yoga event on Monday. It's going to be so so much fun!!!! Ok, back to my real job.....

Becoming a Blogger??

And hours later, I have finally completed my blog creation... Months away from my trip to Phnom Pehn Cambodia with Childrens Global Alliance and I am already feeling the life changes begin... Even with small things like starting a blog. Fundraising has also been a step outside of my comfort zone. At first, the idea of asking people for money to fund going halfway around the world was intimidating to me. After a good talk with my parents and my aunt and uncle, I realized that I shouldn't feel this way. I understand not everyone has money to give away, but there are fewer willing to give up time out of their busy lives to travel to a 3rd world country to help improve the lives of others. Every one of us is guilty of spending money unnecessarily in our every day lives. To raise $2000 to spend 3 weeks living quite comfortably is really not such a daunting task. If 100 of my friends can spare $20, then my costs are paid for. I, for one, know that giving a friend that money would not be an inconvenience. Now, I also prefer to work for my earnings, so arranging fundraisers was in order. Step one, utilize my skill set... So obviously, cutting hair became my first event. Discounted haircuts, food and drink, and good company has been a successful draw. So thankful that my awesome boss Jamie at Rootz Hair Salon was on board. Second, transfer my love of fitness, health and yoga into an event to raise awareness for this great cause. With the help of +Jen Gutmann and +Revolution Power Yoga we have our second fundraiser. Last but certainly not least, get friends and family involved... A night of music, food, and fun at +Bobs Place with Monk Tonik. As the events start to fall into place, and the meetings with the amazing students and chaperones become more informative and exciting, the impact of what I will experience this summer hits me harder and harder. One thing is for sure... becoming a blogger will be the least of my life changes.