Even after thirty years of living on the Outer Cape, I still find myself surprised when I wake up and suddenly, it's summer. Unlike spring, which we eagerly anticipate and yearn for but never feels like it truly arrives, summer has a way of just showin’ up. Sure, Memorial Day gives us a hint that folks are gradually returning to their Cape homes, with the shelves of Stop & Shop finally stocked and the opening of farmers’ markets signaling the change. Real soon though, summer will be in full-swing. Yet, sometimes there's this lull in early June when it feels like it might never happen—the weather can be shifty and sometimes downright cold. You have your summer linens out, but you're still reaching for the down comforter and cashmere sweater in the evening. You plant your garden, but everything is slow to grow. The beaches, while beautiful, remain windswept and quiet.

Greetings everyone,

TruroYoga is beginning to wake up from a quieter time. The winter months have been somewhat bleak & restful, and I’ve slowly re-emerged teaching public yoga classes at the Community Center now that Covid restrictions are calming. Being back teaching in the community has been a gift and it has been uplifting to see some of your faces again. Where are the rest of y’all—still hibernating? Life continues to present us heavy experiences with war in Ukraine, housing and economic struggles in the US & worldwide, and growing climate concerns—yet somehow, we continue to cultivate joy and look toward brighter months ahead. Being present to it all—to the devastation and the joyful blossomings—is the yogi’s dance.

Dear Friends,

I am thinking of our upcoming Portugal Yoga & Hiking Retreat on April 22 - 30 with joy and excitement. This retreat feels so welcome to me right now and I wanted to let you know that there are a few spots available for those who are interested.