With kids, the days are long, but the years are short.

Yesterday was Baby's first birthday, and it was a long day.  

At 8:00 a.m., Baby was standing on the changing table (yes, standing), naked as the day he was born (ha!), and refusing to slow down for a clean diaper or any day time clothes.  

At 8:01 a.m., Baby peed.  Still standing, still naked.  

By 8:20 a.m., Baby was dressed in a very cute birthday outfit (thanks to my grandmother for the awesome striped onesie... Baby looked like an adorable baby bumblebee, which completely made up for my pee-soaked shirt).

By 10:30 a.m., I was leading a conference call.  Perhaps "leading" is too strong... I was trudging through the mud of the call and waving my arms frantically at the other participants as if to say, "Over here, guys!  Oh hey...  I'm over here!!"

Then it was 6 p.m., and I was in my office crying because I did not think I was going to make it out in time to see Baby before he went to sleep.  About fifteen minutes later, I had the following internal monologue:

Even if I left now, I would only get to see Baby for his sleepiest five minutes, and he will not care one way or another if he sees me for those five minutes.

What am I thinking?

Cupcake Time

Today was Baby's First Birthday Party, and it was amazing.  We met up with friends and family in the park.  There were balloons, toys, sidewalk chalk drawings, cider, cookies, cupcakes, mac&cheese, and smokey greens.  Today - September 25 - it was sunny and 82 degrees.  The whole day was amazing from the clear blue, sunny sky to the group of loved (and loving - so, so loving) ones celebrating with us to the reason for the celebration itself.  What else was amazing?  Hmmmm, let's see... maybe it was watching Baby eat his first cupcake.   I think I can break it down into the following three steps:

1.  Upon presentation of cupcake, plant face on top of cupcake and vacuum up ninety percent of the frosting;

COMMUNITY NEWS - More Yoga!

I received the announcement below earlier this week -- my apologies for failing to get this up until tonight.  (in swamp of work lately... oh, and, Baby's First Birthday Party is tomorrow... ) NEW TO KIDS YOGA? LOOKING FOR A GREAT AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITY THIS FALL? CHECK OUT BIJA KIDS YOGA CLASSES FOR FREE!

We are offering 2 free Bija Kids Down Dog classes this week for 3 - 8 year olds THURSDAY 9/23 in DUMBO Pomme 81 Washington St (@ Front) 4PM - 4:45PM TUESDAY 9/28 in PARK SLOPE Ellie Herman Annex 463 4th Street (btwn 7th and 8th) 3:30PM - 4:15PM Down Dog Classes introduce kids to the practice of yoga.  Yoga poses and principles are explored in a variety of fun ways and nature, basic anatomy and imagination are all key aspects of the class. Students are encouraged to explore the ways their bodies move through creative projects, collaboration, storytime, and songs.  Chanting, breathing exercises and simple mediation techniques relax the mind.  Practitioners are empowered to use yoga anytime they want to calm down, find more focus and express themselves positively.  No yoga experience necessary. please email yoga@bijakids.com in advance to hold your spot.  space is limited!!!! VIEW OUR ENTIRE FALL SCHEDULE ONLINE AT www.bijakids.com/schedule.html

COMMUNITY NEWS - Yoga!

I received the following press release this week (take note future yoginis and yogis!)...

BIJA KIDS EXPANDING INTO MORE SCHOOLS AND YOGA STUDIOS

Popular children’s yoga program a hit in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, NY – In its sixth year, Bija Kids, the highly acclaimed Brooklyn-based children’s yoga company, is adding several new programs to meet exceptional demand from area schools, parents, and children.

This fall, Bija Kids will expand to five Brooklyn yoga studios open to the public. Plus, it will enter more classrooms than ever before – 12 schools will have its yoga classes as part of their school-day curriculum or after-school programs. In addition, Bija Kids still offers free or sometimes paid special events throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan.

On Sept. 12, Bija Kids will host a free day of classes at its new Clinton Hill location. All ages are welcome.