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Giving is Great

Make someone’s day. Hakuna Matata

California Time-Lapse

California dreaming. Hakuna Matata

Amazing Michael Franti Concert in Minneapolis

Michael Franti Concert in Minneapolis Danielle and I recently attended the Minneapolis Basilica Block Party and participated in a Michael Franti concert. It was an amazing show. In today’s world of quick tweets and Instagram photos, I’m writing this longer recap post to share this incredible experience with our readers. I hadn’t heard of Michael Franti […]

In Honor of BKS Iyengar

Words cannot express how much this man has given to others. Thank you, Mr. Iyengar! Please comment with a notable BKS Iyengar lesson/memory in the comments section as a tribute to BKS. 14 December, 1918 ~ 20 August, 2014.

NFL and Yoga: Keith Mitchell

Keith Mitchell, the NFL, Yoga and Athletics Keith Mitchell talks about his experience of football leading him into the world of yoga and meditation in the attached video made for NFL films. Thoughts on Keith Mitchell NFL and Yoga Video: As a former player I can only agree with everything Keith says. After putting more than fifteen […]

Week 2 in Siem Reap — Ta Prohm Temple and More

Exploring Ta Prohm Temple and Siem Reap I was recently in Siem Reap Cambodia, teaching Art and English and learning the Khmer language. Here’s a reflection I wrote about my second week in Cambodia. Hope you enjoy. 🙂 Upon reflecting on my second week in Siem Reap, Cambodia I feel I’ve settled in more and […]

Forest Man

Mentawai Islands Surf Video

Enjoy some swells on your hump day. Hakuna Matata!

Plant Life in Cambodia

I found this plant particularly striking because of its radiant color.  What do you think?

Sensual Musique Mixtape

Hakuna Matata

Road to Machu Picchu – Peru in 4K

Why Aren’t We Awesomer?

We change the angle with which we hold the camera.

Lotus Flower in Siem Reap, Cambodia

I recently took this shot of a pink lotus flower in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Hope you enjoy 🙂

Gentle Morning Yoga to Start Your Day Slowly

This is a 22 minute practice for anyone with an injury, a limited amount of time, or a preference to start their day with deep breathing & presence but not intensive asana postures. Take time for yourself. Be kind to your body. Enjoy and let us know what you think 🙂

The Sandlot Fireworks Scene w/ Ray Charles America the Beautiful

This scene depicts the quintessential American 4th of July celebration. Care free summer fun with friends, family, and in this case…. baseball! This is also an amazing rendition of America the Beautiful by Ray Charles. Happy Independence Day to all our American friends and readers!

Ladyboy Show in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Here’s a shot I took at a recent ladyboy show in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Noah – “It Breaks Your Heart (Marv Edit)”

Originally a song by the Eli Young Band, this edit is a great jam. Hope everyone has a beautiful holiday weekend. Hakuna Matata

“Children of Love” – Paji

Reflections from my First Week in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Week One in Siem Reap Cambodia I’m teaching, traveling, and living in Siem Reap, Cambodia for the next ten weeks. Each week, I’ll share a snapshot of what we’re up to. My intention is to share with you what it’s like to live in Southeast Asia and share my teaching experiences with you. I hope […]

USA vs. Belgium: #AreYouReady

Via U.S. Soccer

Runner-Up Religions Of America

Source: NPR

Phare Cambodian Circus Show in Siem Reap

I took this photo at the Phare Cambodian Circus Show in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Hope you enjoy 🙂

A Shift in Traveling Thought Process

Amanda Machado wrote an interesting piece on how our generation is changing the way people travel the world. I agree with Amanda, the more I get out on the road, I’m always amazed at how many people are out there backpacking, seeing the world from the ground. I thought Asia was packed with young backpackers; […]

Flowers in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Photo of beautiful flowers I recently took shots of in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Hope you enjoy 🙂

Nat Geo Wild

Nature’s beauty is truly infinite, and we are blessed to have amazing artists go into the wild to share it with us. Hakuna Matata

Machu Picchu

Full Moon on Mekong River in Cambodia

One minute speech by Jim Carrey can change your life

Thomas Jack Presents – Klingande

One of my favorite groups to listen to today, Klingande, sitting in for Thomas Jack and his Tropical House podcast. Easy listening for your hump day. Enjoy! Hakuna Matata

The Most Powerful Video on Spirituality and Happiness

I’m grateful that I had a chance to read Eckhart Tolle’s book A New Earth last year. Very interesting man and mind.

Grateful Dead – Sugar Magnolia

Sunshine daydream, walking in the tall trees, going where the wind goes blooming like a red rose, breathing more freely, ride our singin, I’ll walk you in the morning sunshine Sunshine daydream

The Game Before The Game

One of the best parts about playing sports….the game before the game.

Meditation in the Classroom

Urdhva Dhanurasana ( Wheel Pose ) Photo at Sunset in Thailand

Danielle practicing Urdhva Dhanurasana ( Wheel Pose ) at sunset in Thailand.

Photo of The Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand

Photo by Danielle Lussier on 5/28/2014

Brooklyn Farmer

Michael Tyburski is killin’ life on his own terms. “Are we sustainable? Are we creating a positive environment?”

Must See Video on Possible Consequences of Technology

Relating this Viral Video to Our Lives I was at a college baseball game recently and I observed that most kids were playing on their iPads and phones instead of interacting with each other or watching the game. There was however, one kid (probably 8 years old) who brought his own baseball and glove. With […]

Silk Farm in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Photo of Dusk at Angkor Wat

Gem Mining in Ratanakiri, Cambodia