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FASHION * SPIRITUALITY * ENVIRONMENT * TRAVELChristina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-28968896410311935052013-01-20T22:21:00.000-05:002013-01-20T22:22:40.425-05:00Power to the She and Other Bird News<br />
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Take a deep breath. Slide your knee forward. Slide other leg back as far as it can go. Breath out. Bring thighs in energetically together. Breath in. Sink deeper. Fingertips to the floor. Lengthen your back. Bend forward on elbows. Breath out. Release to the floor. It's ok to cry. That's just your emotions releasing. Breath in. Raise up. Smile bright and open your heart.<br />
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Ahhhhh Pigeon. That elusive bird that coo's in the wee hours of the morning hunting for food. The deliverer of culture changing information, with their little talons holding onto messages in times of war. Was that also the same bird that I saw living on that guy in Washington Square Park in NYC in the fall? Um Yeah.<br />
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I decided to conquer this pose in my newest <b>Spring Fashion LookBook #2</b>, and boy did it give me a new love of this yummy asana. I used to dread this in class, but now thinking of how grand one legged KING pigeon sounds and feels, I think I can hold this in Yin class a little longer. It's nice to face those mental challenges look at them as roads to tackle then head in the right direction. Don't always face the easy way just b/c it's so. Face your fears head on, and remember we are a culture of "doing. Getting things done. A culture of <i><b>"Human Doing"</b></i>. We cannot just be-<i><b>Human Beings.</b></i></div>
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When done correctly Pigeon can: <br />
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<li>Stretch deep glutes
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<li>Stretch groins and psoas (a long muscle on the side of your vertebral column and pelvis)
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<li>Relieve impinged piriformis and alleviate sciatic pain
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<li>Help with urinary disorders </li>
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For the lay person or
yogi, pigeon pose elongates the back, opens the hips, groin, hamstrings,
and relieves pressure on the lower back and sciatica. <br />
Check out this link to practice your pigeon @ home:<br />
http://www.yogajournal.com/poses/863<br />
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<br />Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-39321470198246558602012-09-16T21:28:00.000-04:002012-09-16T21:28:45.619-04:00Image Beyond Fashion<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I have stated in prior posts, this Fall, I am more excited about fashion than I can remember in seasons past. Not just because of what is out there from <strong>Balmain</strong>, to <strong>Celine</strong>, to weekend bags, and gypsy styles, to color block scarves, and full on glitz- that is all well and good. The reason I wake up everyday anxious to layer on my trance worthy looks, is because I finally feel I am coming into a style all my own.</span><br />
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I feel like I have hit that peak of what my fashion and art is really all about- for me. I appreciate more than ever what it means to own a quality garment and what it takes to edit a look.<br />
I think with age, crossing over into my 30's, I truly appreciate my own beauty and feel comfortable in my skin. When you finally realize that you have come into your own and found a way to express your creations, it feels like you are sharing something truly beautiful, and very personal.<br />
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I am obsessed with the cool style of London chic. Jane Birkin and Stella Mccartney are my muses for my <em>Bohemian Smart </em>looks for Fall 2012 and beyond. I am also enamored with Stella Blow. The Mcqueen mentor and eccentric stylist is best known for her dominating looks and "BLOW" inspired fascinators. Nicole Ritchie for her ever changing ability to mix prints and textures and still look like it was always meant to be paired together. I also love Cate Blanchett, Victoria Beckham and Dianne Kruger-fierce and actually the Olsen twins have a tremendous ability to own what they wear, and feel completely confident in their decision making.<br />
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So as we all cross over into fall together, I wanted to share my <em><u>Fall Look Book</u></em>. See if you can see these top fashion icons in the 4 following looks ahead.<br />
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Mink Pink printed Blouse- Need Supply-R. $88</div>
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Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-16031964716911156732012-09-13T21:13:00.000-04:002012-09-13T21:13:06.143-04:00DC DelightsHow could I have lived 32 miles from one of the most eclectic, intriguing, and culturally diverse cities and not visited some of the places that I did this past weekend in our nations capitol, Washington, DC. Growing up so close to DC, you become desensitized to what a phenomenal city it truly is. <br />
I decided for my 31st birthday, I would treat myself to some small luxuries of the Capitol Hill area. This historic district is dare I say the epicenter of the city with the Capitol building overlooking all it's fellow monuments and mall dwellers. This area also separates the Northeast and Southeast portions of the city. I chose The Liason Capitol Hill, a unique modern boutique style hotel to rest for the night. It also houses the Art and Soul restaurant, a city favorite for grabbing a bite to eat. The hotel service was delightful, even putting cupcakes and vouchers for complimentary drinks in our room for my birthday. <br />
Upon arriving in the city, we ventured over to the Capitol building. I wasn't expecting it to look like a Floridian embassy. Tropical flowers, palm trees you name it. We then headed over to the National Gallery of Art. I had never been to the gallery, and I was hoping I would get the same powerful affect that the Tate gave me in London, or The Gustav Klimt Museum in Vienna. We opted for the East Wing, with more contemporary viewings. I was especially in love with the Tower Gallery exhibit of Barnet Newman's linear painting series. The Stations of the Cross. Magnificent. <br />
After entering the rabbit hole in the sculpture garden and cooling our feet in the infinity pool, we headed back to Liason to get ready for our amazing dinner at Aqua Al 2. This fresh food italian eatery is located near the Eastern Market, which was wrapping up it's Saturday produce and Flea Markets when we arrived. This area is so unique. I could see my husband and I settling in there and making a home. The ambiance in Aqua was quaint, clean and quirky. The food was fresh, organic, and so simply executed. My favorite part was the mascarpone cheese drizzled with olive oil, on a slice of french bread topped with fresh fig. Intense pleasure!! Our parting gift a nice satchel of basil seeds to grow at home. <br />
Back at the hotel we drank fresh mojito's and watched a heat lightning storm on the rooftop by the pool. Sitting back in my graphic mixed media dress from Cache, I realized how blessed my life has truly been with my husband. <br />
I had such a beautiful weekend and gained a new appreciation for a city that is calling my name.<br />
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Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-45862783410643358842012-09-13T20:25:00.000-04:002012-09-13T20:44:16.427-04:00Art in Reality<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In 2009 I had the pleasure of backpacking across Europe, and ending up in Vienna, Austria. </div>
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When I arrived I had no idea I was in the birth city of my favorite artist of all time, Gustav Klimt has He has shaped my artistic views since I realized there was such a thing.</div>
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His unconventional approach to color, texture, use of gold leaf and the image of women is what I see as modern and timeless. So misunderstood and hated by his generation, Gustav challenged the art world to see political, religious and sexual revolutions long before the 60's.</div>
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His Beethoven Frieze exhibit contains some of my favorite works.</div>
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The Leopold Museum was an all day haven for me, and forced me to see Gustav as not only an artist but an inspiration to draw from for Fashion. </div>
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Interpretation from the "Tree of Life"<br />
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I bought this scarf for $3.00 from <b>Ashby, </b>a consignment shop in Carytown Richmond VA.<br />
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In honor of his 150th birthday, here are some other lovely works of art from my hero Gustav Klimt.<br />
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This picture is another great use of art guiding fashion from 1965.<br />
The painting is "The Waiting". Photo Norman Parkinson, Pierre Cardin, Vogue UK, September 1965<br />
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Photo Norman Parkinson, Lanvin, Vogue UK, September 1965<br />
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Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-3846129959024697222012-09-13T17:41:00.000-04:002012-09-13T21:12:47.597-04:00Kirna Zabete Style and Skimmers<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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honor of my upcoming trip to NYC, I decided to share my views on this months
"Shops of Target". I have anxiously been waiting to see what the
fashions from one of Soho's most unique boutiques has to offer. <br />
Kirna Zabete is run by two stylish owners, Sarah Easley and Beth Buccini. They
specialize in selling high end looks to trendy downtown Hipsters and fanatic
Fashion Bloggers. With looks from Proenza Schouler, Stella Mccartney and
Alexander Wang- how can the average person afford to purchase looks from these
style gurus at an affordable cost? And that is where Target came in. Target has
managed to create in store Boutiques for BIG NAME designers to showcase their
looks to the general public. With such names as Jean Paul Gaultier, Rodarte,
Luella Bartley, and Zac Posen, mainstream America has been able to strut their
stuff for prices as low as $9.99. H&M has really taken a nod from this idea
and is selling affordable looks from designers as well.<br />
I was hoping that Kirna Zabete would impress based on how the commercial
portrayed the looks, but on release day Sept.9th, I ran to my nearest Target
and with great dismay only walked away with one piece. The 3/4 sleeve knit
sweater in gray and pink polka dot R-$29.99, was an instant success. </span><br />
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could see the gray cheetah print jumper and sheer black button up blouse as
being fun choices too. I don't know if the fabrics looked a little to ragged
for my taste -some of the hemlines were already starting to unravel. Or they
were doing to much pattern in to many generic theme cuts. Either way the line
was a little bit of a let down- but I LOVE my sweater and can't wait till it
gets chilly at night to start wearing. </span><br />
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I manage to catch the sun as it has reached the peak in the sky. My<b> Laramie Ray-Bans, R. $159</b> are working their UV magic.</div>
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I have never been so ready for Fall as I am this year. Anxious to share in all that Mother Nature has to offer. In all the delights that one feels layering on a chunky wool sweater coat by Vince. For now I will have to settle for my <b>Herringbone Ponte Skirt by Halogen, R. $45.90</b>. </div>
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When I saw this skirt I knew it was a MUST HAVE for the season! First off it's a high Pencil Skirt- by far my favorite cut. It's fitted from the waist to the hips, almost always looks perfect with a shirt tucked into it, and usually comes with a little kick pleat to move in the back. It also usually pairs well with belts as with this skinny black one shown that came with the skirt. And I love the amazing color combinations . Also Herringbone fits in perfectly with my style this season which I am calling <u>"Boho Smart"</u>. </div>
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You will definitely see a lot of this in Fall 2012 and some of my favorite looks come from the All American Classic designer <b>Ralph Lauren</b>.</div>
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Ralph manages to channel the English Countryside this season, which I am totally into. He makes great use of tweeds, plaids, and fair isle prints. </div>
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<br /></div>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-88636519023194705062012-07-26T06:51:00.001-04:002012-07-26T06:55:03.805-04:00Breakfast Nook ReadingHere is my idea of a good morning. Some nice green tea, mixed nuts, and good fashion and photog books. I actually love this Fashion Now book- you can get different versions at Barnes & Noble. The fashion version has breakdowns on the most influential designers of our time. Gearing up to be good day today......<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCkvK379JwlE190SAJ92xnGsiIQj3Act0gw8-JsbK-Y-4wiD3TT5-pKscm4XX-2ldWuiKLEAfXTVXmTDE48B75CcpcBxRceNo8fmXZsJkCpwtLUh9cUDzp1_mqXSuKDhfymgaJWM5U3etB/s640/blogger-image--1305899407.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCkvK379JwlE190SAJ92xnGsiIQj3Act0gw8-JsbK-Y-4wiD3TT5-pKscm4XX-2ldWuiKLEAfXTVXmTDE48B75CcpcBxRceNo8fmXZsJkCpwtLUh9cUDzp1_mqXSuKDhfymgaJWM5U3etB/s640/blogger-image--1305899407.jpg" /></a></div>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-35360175545541109042012-07-24T10:23:00.000-04:002012-07-24T10:23:52.750-04:00Inspiration Photo<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This photo says it all......Your day gets ALOT better after a shellac nail manicure! This was my first time trying this and I am extremely happy with the outcome. It's AMAZING. It's a UV Gel polish that is layered onto
your nail like normal polish is, but each layer is cured under UV light.
It lasts for 2 weeks without chipping. It isn't thick like those nasty
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I opted for a nice mocha brown color, since I have been doing pistachio almost all summer long- transition for the seasons. The skirt is Ann Taylor Loft - circa 2010, and the bracelets are recycled wrapped plastic African bracelets from South Moon Under- R. $28-$48<br />
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With steamy after affects and cooler breezes from this weeks storms, I decided to showcase the perfect mid summer Day to Night look. </div>
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I just picked up the most lovely Trouve Sheer Chiffon Duster from Nordstrom's Anniversary sale-$49 in Rose-Memoir color. This perfect shade of nude is a color I go for quite often. There is something to be said about neutral hue's and how they look on tan summer skin. This perfect calf length shirt can be the perfect accent to a casual day look, a bathing suit cover up, or a little jacket for an evening wedding. I love the versatility and can't wait to carry this over into fall. </div>
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The day look consists of aviators, 2 necklaces made by local Richmond Va jewelery designers- rabbit head necklace by Holly Rae-<a href="http://www.hollyraeonline.etsy.com/" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">www.hollyraeonline.etsy.com </a><br />
and shell necklace by Margie Chisalm a great designer that sells at the 14th St. Market, Micheal Stars tank top, J. Crew shorts, and Eileen Fisher gladiators.<br />
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Now for after hours we simply transition the shorts for a soft high low dress from Covet- bought at Glass Boat in Carytown, House of Harlow 1960 Sunburst Button earrings, gold cuff from Nordstrom's, chocolate clutch from South Moon Under and my lovely Micheal Kohr's Carla platforms.<br />
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Two years ago some random person told me I looked like Zoe Saldana<br />
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....now I am positive I look NOTHING like Zoe Saldana- but I was wholly grateful for the compliment. It's like giving me an even BIGGER compliment which is "Hey you know who you remind me of...I can't put my finger on it...Oh WAIT that actress Thandie Newton!!! Yeah that's it!"<br />
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2 insanely beautiful women with impeccable style. The truth is I look like myself and that's just fine by me, but in researching my post today I found this lovely photo of Zoe rocking some very cool high waisted Hippie style.<br />
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A La 1969- I am certain that I was born in the wrong fashion era, but I am holding on strong and bringing back every ounce of my vagabond style. <br />
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Now I would think that most people would be over the high waist looks- some may say they are "Mom pants", or give to much discomfort. I on the other hand think they are one of the most FLATTERING articles of clothing in fashion, and I love that they keep resurfacing. From BDG high rise colored denim jeans @ Urban Outfitters to these summer version of the Level 99 Sierra brand that I am wearing from Anthropologie.<br />
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Even the first Lady Michelle needs a little "high" fashion every now and again.<br />
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Retro Style.....I love the lightness of a top in the breeze. The simplicity of a printed scarf wrapped carelessly around ones neck. The fine texture of applique and natural stones. I love the density of color in a fine skirt and then when they turn it's chain reaction of good feelings it gives my senses. <br />
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Stevie Nicks<br />
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To quote the American writer, Galett Burgess: BohemiaTo take the world as one finds it, the bad with the good, making the best of the present moment—to laugh at Fortune alike whether she be generous or unkind—to spend freely when one has money, and to hope gaily when one has none—to fleet the time carelessly, living for love and art—this is the temper and spirit of the modern Bohemian in his outward and visible aspect. It is a light and graceful philosophy, but it is the Gospel of the Moment, this esoteric phase of the Bohemian religion; and if, in some noble natures, it rises to a bold simplicity and naturalness, it may also lend its butterfly precepts to some very pretty vices and lovable faults, for in Bohemia one may find almost every sin save that of Hypocrisy. ...His faults are more commonly those of self-indulgence, thoughtlessness, vanity and procrastination, and these usually go hand-in-hand with generosity, love and charity; for it is not enough to be one’s self in Bohemia, one must allow others to be themselves, as well. ...What, then, is it that makes this mystical empire of Bohemia unique, and what is the charm of its mental fairyland? It is this: there are no roads in all Bohemia! One must choose and find one’s own path, be one’s own self, live one’s own life.Wow.....<br />
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My outfit:The aviators, corduroy's and belt are from Anthropologie, the shirt is a body suit from American Apparel circa 2010, necklace from market in Belize, and the bag is my most prize possession a 1970's vintage bag from Morocco bought on Portobello Rd in London.Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-15731935480229228442012-07-09T21:58:00.001-04:002012-07-24T10:24:47.882-04:00Blue Pearl Joy's Guide to 2012 Fall Fashion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This upcoming Fall 2012 is set to be one of the most spectacular I have seen in MANY years. The fashion runway shows were not only breathtaking but awe inspiring!
Never have I seen such clean, adult like style that I felt so compelled to emulate. I am very excited to get out and scour my favorite shops and vintage abodes for the perfect "MUST HAVES" of the season.
With my new inspiring city surroundings I find myself drawn towards "Strong Women" style. Which is perfect because Fashionista's this season predict this will be the go to term for not only designer goods but the occassional knock offs. The looks I am most drawn to drive home feminine touches, embellishments beyond our comprehension, western wear and colliding patterns.
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Defenition of Beauty:
having beauty; having qualities that give great pleasure or satisfaction to see, hear, think about, etc.; delighting the senses or mind:
And no one, no one does it better this Fall than BALMAIN.
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The display of beauty and pleasure that Balmain gave to my senses, rejuvenated in me a sense of relief that fashion is truly "my art". Besides my love of Yoga and Travel, Fashion is the closest thing to visual stimulation than the new "Marina Abramovic- The Artist is Present" Documentary on HBO.<br />
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Other designer inspirations include:
CARVEN
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My interpretation:
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CHLOE<br />
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ROULAND MOURET
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VALENTINO
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CHRISTIAN DIOR
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When you need something easy, simple, well fitting and cheap check out the new MADEWELL Fall 2012 line-<br />
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I know I will!!!I have already been living in my new Madewell Coneflower pull over shirt and straight leg jeans.<br />
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On the accessory and shoe front I am LOVING stackable bangles in all colors & textures. My new go to bracelet is courtesy of a recent purchase from my friend Kathleen's new shop "Champagne and Shoes" www.champagneandshoesva.com/
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I am living in my new Micheal Kohr's Carla platforms in Nude- R.$158<br />
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I love them so much I will be purchasing in black as well. Korh's has the ability to create heels for work and play that are practical, wide enough and feel like water slipping over your foot- HEAVEN!
I will also be recycling my Chocolate Frye Jane boots-R.$297
These were a great buy, with great versatility to my wardrobe- not to mention a ton of compliments. <br />
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The review is at <a href="http://www.blueskycampfires.com/post/12554638598/sting">BlueSkyCampfires</a>.This blog is dedicated to music and art for the souls, and I am so proud to be apart of the content! I hope you read and enjoy the review. Please feel free to share your thoughts on blueskycampfires blog with me as well.Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-34238427719936959182011-10-12T19:02:00.071-04:002011-10-14T12:01:28.553-04:00BELIZE in a Cohune Nutshell-Section: 1<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFXyHS5a9jU6ZA2n3Yr26WcosDRXtdEetcEryHA-6z9lDtU4ppNnz6HoDAjv1RQZAGZGXv7S63uND7A1Q92jCp9ucxESzRIEfVXdIZqkxyGBdCDGqx8poD7dXx2PDsTkw33qZgWePxEX2H/s1600/P1000069.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFXyHS5a9jU6ZA2n3Yr26WcosDRXtdEetcEryHA-6z9lDtU4ppNnz6HoDAjv1RQZAGZGXv7S63uND7A1Q92jCp9ucxESzRIEfVXdIZqkxyGBdCDGqx8poD7dXx2PDsTkw33qZgWePxEX2H/s400/P1000069.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663365296902337762" /></a><br />This past September, I traveled to Belize Central America. When I was planning my <span style="font-weight:bold;">30th</span> Birthday celebration, I was originally looking into Brazil as my go to destination. There is something fundamentally inspiring and wholly spiritual in seeing the Christ the Redeemer statue.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTS1rXfP0_1igwyuCG35DmRC_xkG-vPQXchCSsW5bB6XiyNEsflli3hboZEPCWriCX3MM_JlNNAzffwL6Fg3pdQVh3E6XfRRfuJgm0rVJ3K2J3nMMzCTH-FtZk6GJuHdCE5kUPyRCay63i/s1600/christ-the-redeemer.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTS1rXfP0_1igwyuCG35DmRC_xkG-vPQXchCSsW5bB6XiyNEsflli3hboZEPCWriCX3MM_JlNNAzffwL6Fg3pdQVh3E6XfRRfuJgm0rVJ3K2J3nMMzCTH-FtZk6GJuHdCE5kUPyRCay63i/s400/christ-the-redeemer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662746760367726498" /></a>Photo By: Triggerpit.com<br /> <br />That sense, that pit in your stomach, can only be attained by being in the presence of something so great. But in doing my research for Brazil, I realized the plane tickets were incomprehensible in price. While surfing my favorite blog spots and reading my travel books, I came across Belize. This extremely diverse culture drew me in instantly. With it's rich history, astonishing scenery, and friendly locals, this is exactly what I needed to surround myself with for my big birthday bash!<br /><br />My husband and I quickly started planning and saving and I decided to gear my whole trip around yoga, food, and relaxation. Most of the time when I travel, I have such a heavy agenda, and I want to see everything. This trip I just wanted to enjoy the people and images around me. Rent a Jeep and go where our thoughts lead us that day. I google searched Yoga and Belize and came across two spectrum's of the country. Yoga and exploration in the Jungle at <span style="font-weight:bold;">Black Rock Lodge</span> www.blackrocklodge.com.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK7Dfz_ID9bdBICgQm8TP60s7uJeFfJYVCnUkUcHYwm8AZe1ArvqCckM8sLmNZTwb8NrS0qKeF2MpUYacwQWW0CMQ_M3Cx_XyTq2hANzuhDMpQ7c4kZrAtjkBOvdRI-cVEM6YN0DS5X4vk/s1600/DSC_0607.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK7Dfz_ID9bdBICgQm8TP60s7uJeFfJYVCnUkUcHYwm8AZe1ArvqCckM8sLmNZTwb8NrS0qKeF2MpUYacwQWW0CMQ_M3Cx_XyTq2hANzuhDMpQ7c4kZrAtjkBOvdRI-cVEM6YN0DS5X4vk/s400/DSC_0607.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662983099231968002" /></a> This place is an Eco tourists dream vacation. Located outside of San Ignacio, C.A., they pride themselves on being 100% off the grid. For Belizean's this is virtually impossible as I learned on the Eco Tour as both China and Canada have their hands in the Belizean government's pockets, monopolizing the energy sources and forcing communities to pay top dollar for their product. The locals could do so much better if they were able to produce their own resources and then get paid by the gov't as they do here in the states when they start providing energy back, but unfortunately it is not run that way in Belize. Black Rock also has all of their water provided from the local mountains and the Macal River. All of their restaurant and staff food is organically grown and re-fertilized by compost consisting of food scraps and waste. BUT the way that they do it, and the way that they use their man made wetland to re-fertilize, is pretty amazing and frankly humbling.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUL8FQqBs__EAajrSOljujBrOh5zinYFsKU_D6k1xBVMIzLF29HOIFh3mO73drwCfXgq6Z5wbKHRe8dU6m9HX3T02d2NZ2pXt0_EXLjFVzH__neVNoycKgzUjZ5s8ePfhWE7p0fXKm75qN/s1600/P1000405.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUL8FQqBs__EAajrSOljujBrOh5zinYFsKU_D6k1xBVMIzLF29HOIFh3mO73drwCfXgq6Z5wbKHRe8dU6m9HX3T02d2NZ2pXt0_EXLjFVzH__neVNoycKgzUjZ5s8ePfhWE7p0fXKm75qN/s400/P1000405.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662986591886760690" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiIpeHpABjwmp5yzjzmn4hGD02DHlZRfvST5VS2o55EvN_Dl4ESnFKDCjD_QOBqu8h6cjiP0DzgtzHrqSpiGSzYsXelG1g-RtQ9S5yFHQbDX7ndmq0vgPORnXN-xQTYOp1_1Ea7prVbb3a/s1600/P1000420.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiIpeHpABjwmp5yzjzmn4hGD02DHlZRfvST5VS2o55EvN_Dl4ESnFKDCjD_QOBqu8h6cjiP0DzgtzHrqSpiGSzYsXelG1g-RtQ9S5yFHQbDX7ndmq0vgPORnXN-xQTYOp1_1Ea7prVbb3a/s400/P1000420.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662985638415029490" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"></span><br /><br />The other location we chose was <span style="font-weight:bold;">Akbol Yoga Retreat</span>, www.akbol.com. This beachfront sanctuary would leave any weary westerner in absolute bliss and peace. There is something to be said about finding a place where you could wake up each morning, look outside of your seafront cabana and see endless waters and unbounded futures with limitless time. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjspWnvgqbfeeAwa5gT3SvczrmLF_6rADcL7Ttgvt22nzm6oHP4spYPmo1k0JzDpFm9i2loQDpQB60vH7RjJfEfI9JhJyAhnQcLfrlzF1jL2V4k51rHpPBgiUaGUN3UUtaw_GRyTCid1_3/s1600/CSC_0688.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjspWnvgqbfeeAwa5gT3SvczrmLF_6rADcL7Ttgvt22nzm6oHP4spYPmo1k0JzDpFm9i2loQDpQB60vH7RjJfEfI9JhJyAhnQcLfrlzF1jL2V4k51rHpPBgiUaGUN3UUtaw_GRyTCid1_3/s400/CSC_0688.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663072190056442498" /></a><br /><br />When we arrived in Belize I was instantly challenged by customs on my motives for arrival. "Had I undergone a change?", "Had I gone Rasta now?" You see my passport photo is before my natural dreadlock state, to which I learned in Belize, means I am an honorary rastafarian and could only be sung Bob Marley songs at my window at gas stations, and deep Creole conversations by little Mestizo boys. Surreal.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NH94Z9Z88Pxe-vL4DqSnNKpVOBSh9WkcgMTOYIh3x6onuYWejmNlPv_q-Qd8uuqL6ME-6_gFTo4K4mykWg2OKQltDbAOVpxoisd-ROvqYo_J_-VMZwjagUsAkArIbIZ61G4tDwvWj3Ny/s1600/CSC_0261.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NH94Z9Z88Pxe-vL4DqSnNKpVOBSh9WkcgMTOYIh3x6onuYWejmNlPv_q-Qd8uuqL6ME-6_gFTo4K4mykWg2OKQltDbAOVpxoisd-ROvqYo_J_-VMZwjagUsAkArIbIZ61G4tDwvWj3Ny/s400/CSC_0261.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663077443403387138" /></a> The other crazy thing about the Rasta's is I really only saw Rasta men, while traveling around the western part of Belize and on the island. So I had a conversation with a very inspirational man who called himself the Rasta Ripper in San Pedro.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwcoiQtCaWTwooff03hhgXT7aOLc7a3SiMIvbSf6lZR1Xir3c00vRDccfuL20_0TSlxY7Sb590Teop2gotXm4fntu5kcVIs_tClmXzjLWPy4AbLylebC4TvUaUy8uxD3AGWqCnm1toFJ8I/s1600/DSC_0777.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwcoiQtCaWTwooff03hhgXT7aOLc7a3SiMIvbSf6lZR1Xir3c00vRDccfuL20_0TSlxY7Sb590Teop2gotXm4fntu5kcVIs_tClmXzjLWPy4AbLylebC4TvUaUy8uxD3AGWqCnm1toFJ8I/s400/DSC_0777.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663078453948694738" /></a> He informed me that most of the Rasta wives and girlfriends stay in Dangriga, a little afro-carribean beach town in the Southern region of the country. Most Belizean men aren't known for being the most faithful or virtuous companions to their female counterparts. So the fact that they left them for months at a time to make money in the tourist beach towns, leaves a little more to my imagination than just financial stability for the family.<br /><br />On our way down the Western Highway, I could see that sense of adventure and fear coming over the face of my husband as I explained to him that I had no map or clear directions to Black Rock Lodge. I told him to buckle up, this is what backpacking is all about. You will find your way. And in a country like Belize, the people were all to ready to help and not demand for pecuniary tributes in return.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdm89lb_JZKYu_I6VkfAiaNH42JvjeJQdOq3RVj8NfUXvKbWVDJs5D8YDwfKFA8jIxbV1tl7wJXlOZDhPZsiH7AtLTNGZRCkMrl13Bg1VCzrHDxg6JW66JCM9-L636N7CMcMnRTHO5h1sP/s1600/DSC_0014.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdm89lb_JZKYu_I6VkfAiaNH42JvjeJQdOq3RVj8NfUXvKbWVDJs5D8YDwfKFA8jIxbV1tl7wJXlOZDhPZsiH7AtLTNGZRCkMrl13Bg1VCzrHDxg6JW66JCM9-L636N7CMcMnRTHO5h1sP/s400/DSC_0014.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663082457972523714" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqrkN7qhkS3ePieOaV4fhcsQEiztQn24ncFgmyzgfuQFwh2mPFQwqzdtUW87Ym2b9lBYy6xwj9mw2iK9mztIDEYwOtjf890GK_l4zbT2do-eC94LFTrFmXIam4PxER6vciy2Qo8sbmxk9/s1600/CSC_0767.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqrkN7qhkS3ePieOaV4fhcsQEiztQn24ncFgmyzgfuQFwh2mPFQwqzdtUW87Ym2b9lBYy6xwj9mw2iK9mztIDEYwOtjf890GK_l4zbT2do-eC94LFTrFmXIam4PxER6vciy2Qo8sbmxk9/s400/CSC_0767.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663083147618600482" /></a>We were not expecting to go up such an intense six mile dirt mountain road with rocks attacking you at every turn<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw_9raJgpQDajS8wyF1mv70pUBd7CWLjUGxajxYb9nEc08lmnJPy-tHumV-I2_RDtJlUVEehEpV442EC4xnHIulCi6sy6L1Qg_jBy7gvXOOP3FT-zdQdSWHhjIRX4_QDqHF_rMKy4V5ZS1/s1600/DSC_0017.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw_9raJgpQDajS8wyF1mv70pUBd7CWLjUGxajxYb9nEc08lmnJPy-tHumV-I2_RDtJlUVEehEpV442EC4xnHIulCi6sy6L1Qg_jBy7gvXOOP3FT-zdQdSWHhjIRX4_QDqHF_rMKy4V5ZS1/s400/DSC_0017.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663084728206335634" /></a> but once you saw those jungle palms and jesus lizards and sprawling Macal River....oh what a sight to behold.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCQ9cgupfSh8vg63zWzoasSEUOztGGcVOMPxyB_sCXrA1tHHH0UcQATSKhM2cmlXQs9_FDU2yEamHTdP4YrrsWnQWoyC388dD_NyGhj_CKtTKDxbEtivzroFRBGzlDZiDztlJEhA2MF4t/s1600/DSC_0018.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCQ9cgupfSh8vg63zWzoasSEUOztGGcVOMPxyB_sCXrA1tHHH0UcQATSKhM2cmlXQs9_FDU2yEamHTdP4YrrsWnQWoyC388dD_NyGhj_CKtTKDxbEtivzroFRBGzlDZiDztlJEhA2MF4t/s400/DSC_0018.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663084957092914114" /></a><br /><br /><br />Once arriving at Black Rock we were greeted by the most amazing staff. 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Handmade pasta with creme sauce and perfectly cooked flan. They even brought me a piece of cake with a candle in it to end my birthday night. A good place to be. In the middle of the jungle, under the stars, blowing out my candle, with a wish and good friends.<br /><br />While in the Cayo District, we traveled to Mountain Pine Ridge. We got to visit some of the main attractions that drew my attention in my research. Caracol Ruins, Rio on the Pools, 1,000 foot falls, and Coppola's five star restaurant at Blancaneaux. We found the most lovely little town in San Antonio. My husband and I felt we could see ourselves living there years from now. It was the perfect blend of beautiful scenery. The houses featured every color of the rainbow. Kids running around playing soccer. Mothers and daughters walking back from the markets. 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMmycUbYXFw8dIZFEJcWDf2R9CzMdhFar8QH7NWh-w2of4BlXPGcJP-IOBeq0MELkkjUjWwclr9QLS1bG22Ft9g5u3ZekJR9ORllgce84pL5c-7FtHSVo37iJTN2qAj8bGB5dnlt_yQOQG/s320/DSC_0454.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663373956304467506" /></a><br />When we found out that we were going to be in the heart of the Jungle, trampsing around with jaguars, toucans, and howler monkeys, I had the most thrilling sensation in my heart. That sensation that makes your pulse race a little bit faster, your blood course through your veins more warmly, your eyes go a little hazy from glee and adrenaline. I was completely open to it, and I was not disappointed in my journey so far. But now after 5 glorious days, it was time to head to the coast. Travel back through Belize City, which is pretty much just a dumping ground for tourists off the cruise ships. It is not the "true" Belize that I know it to be now. San Pedro and Akbol were calling our names. And my tan was needing a little pick me up.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxYGtsI2bra_vLsN8oJgFG68BV3l1yOHeITQhhH0ZBP4LXtHxQQtIM3s_Al7RxBeHhEilLrQeW4eDoe7jXqC2gGkETRaqVS05I9yQTNnvxIo-AtPnOG5gH7bh-hxalWMvBGSu7IbTwUDIz/s1600/DSC_0423.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxYGtsI2bra_vLsN8oJgFG68BV3l1yOHeITQhhH0ZBP4LXtHxQQtIM3s_Al7RxBeHhEilLrQeW4eDoe7jXqC2gGkETRaqVS05I9yQTNnvxIo-AtPnOG5gH7bh-hxalWMvBGSu7IbTwUDIz/s320/DSC_0423.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663375839013763234" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKA_yhctnnUG_E0i80d8mFXQ1gFQM7JaGQHXiaMFlmrJD2QJ4BRmiHpWkeePQINsKvPnNrA66QKhgOTW6LDjLWY_Ltw0VJ3AgJG60Qk9308ZCv_HPhx7aAhd39eJ8gHt-R-AYy98nqO27j/s1600/DSC_0388.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKA_yhctnnUG_E0i80d8mFXQ1gFQM7JaGQHXiaMFlmrJD2QJ4BRmiHpWkeePQINsKvPnNrA66QKhgOTW6LDjLWY_Ltw0VJ3AgJG60Qk9308ZCv_HPhx7aAhd39eJ8gHt-R-AYy98nqO27j/s400/DSC_0388.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663353537851004594" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabfICfbtm1iXRukqioWI7gwmrbaEkBUTqzJY3D1YooqAzC-qXoX9pIMdMQj7QmslAX6upgevwU3YrriZVoOQfQlyE4UfIlNZ67RAgc2204fmPok-h8Tn5AWJWudIJ9MSmfWyDyCkpXNDd/s1600/DSC_0368.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabfICfbtm1iXRukqioWI7gwmrbaEkBUTqzJY3D1YooqAzC-qXoX9pIMdMQj7QmslAX6upgevwU3YrriZVoOQfQlyE4UfIlNZ67RAgc2204fmPok-h8Tn5AWJWudIJ9MSmfWyDyCkpXNDd/s320/DSC_0368.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663353408246895026" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilob3g78Ka3jyVbvcftcAKpp-SZoR5sk1s0mtqxUCphkkPgDzJZNG-5q9_g2IqjN82hlkjxK_7PgIjWf3ws8dOmqwAzDp4Q1RUPSSVP7cHNAEVEmgGsqInQYgxnpiiArj5VzAaOm3Os8Pi/s1600/CSC_0663.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilob3g78Ka3jyVbvcftcAKpp-SZoR5sk1s0mtqxUCphkkPgDzJZNG-5q9_g2IqjN82hlkjxK_7PgIjWf3ws8dOmqwAzDp4Q1RUPSSVP7cHNAEVEmgGsqInQYgxnpiiArj5VzAaOm3Os8Pi/s320/CSC_0663.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663373851704612738" /></a><br /><br /><br />I would love to thank, Giovanni, Jessie, Elvis, David, Rogelio, Avrel, the cook staff, the German Sheperds, the tarantulas for sheer entertainment and consistency, all our new friends and fellow travelers we encountered and everyone else at Black Rock Lodge who made our stay absolutely unforgettable.<a onblur="try{parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhToF6E7n7io-gLiYXLz1DJ4Sk63FuTfs3S8wxmwSxpEQ-4zzkNOWTtgbhvhvmmHOjVozfwmiS2UzMGU13-FrdoPDaHUDLdPRThWQ8MemME7q6HIlj8e3FMognbGwV1u3JxDkfhvbCLxMPO/s1600/DSC_0350.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhToF6E7n7io-gLiYXLz1DJ4Sk63FuTfs3S8wxmwSxpEQ-4zzkNOWTtgbhvhvmmHOjVozfwmiS2UzMGU13-FrdoPDaHUDLdPRThWQ8MemME7q6HIlj8e3FMognbGwV1u3JxDkfhvbCLxMPO/s320/DSC_0350.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663357426996754786" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-qfsgIE2ThjHfx7FsnMDTVMaWnMlapETFUhwwHDyKUz_St1JsVf49TsVaoprKc9BamhRROeu5ciLevfeZNL9nmL-iNf_YZYsa2OSMkENazxXpEOytmBwoAeI4xEfpvDhWIbpQt2eTNa45/s1600/DSC_0079.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-qfsgIE2ThjHfx7FsnMDTVMaWnMlapETFUhwwHDyKUz_St1JsVf49TsVaoprKc9BamhRROeu5ciLevfeZNL9nmL-iNf_YZYsa2OSMkENazxXpEOytmBwoAeI4xEfpvDhWIbpQt2eTNa45/s320/DSC_0079.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663370553700111794" /></a>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-71555734283436140352011-10-09T13:23:00.014-04:002011-10-13T11:17:05.983-04:00This Yogic LifeYesterday 10/8- I was invited by OM ON Yoga Studio to participate in a photo shoot for the new website. What an honor and what an experience to meet with some of the most dedicated students of my home away from home.<br />I look around and see all these beautiful women and strong men, and it made me realize just how much growth I have really gone through in the last 2 years, and how much further I have yet to go on my journey.<br /><br />I posted on RVA Yogi's meet up website that I have recently come to the conclusion that there are parts of me that have been missing, and can only be found through a regular Yoga Practice and spiritual awareness.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT9vw0efL0XgJICMfF7M486ayIYn6aj2TwyLWr6fxv52oef9NKLfnG3RetWMmfgRmS7dbu9e3hXQmFs2gFOt3p0cSjTLM8RDb84t-21Ua176UqvC3cQv6dVTSS40SABiuaBpwYs9Eoeoft/s1600/P1000081.JPG"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT9vw0efL0XgJICMfF7M486ayIYn6aj2TwyLWr6fxv52oef9NKLfnG3RetWMmfgRmS7dbu9e3hXQmFs2gFOt3p0cSjTLM8RDb84t-21Ua176UqvC3cQv6dVTSS40SABiuaBpwYs9Eoeoft/s400/P1000081.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662614301924773138" border="0" /></a> Photo by BlueSkyCampfires<br /><br />This, I truly believe is my new Mantra for the rest of 2011. Understanding why I am surrounding myself with the people I do in my life and the material items I select. The nutrients and food that I put into my body. This is all apart of understanding the Yogic journey.<br /> <br /> "In waking, eating, working, dreaming, sleeping<br /> Serving, meditating, chanting, divinely loving<br /> My soul constantly hums, unheard by any<br /> God, God, God"<br /><br />Quote from Paramahansa Yogananda<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC6hfwYE0OPRLp-o9x7DNT9Jrfm43Qt0j52us_YZyTzPtLIjZ2Z5PGpf16g3HZMYDLueqLJQmVVzUtu4gk6SShUV6Xbk5K1yj_Sb3QCqmb1cEixkYzj0_GW-0F6DdvZUg2uBxofifNWYkP/s1600/paramhansa_yogananda2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC6hfwYE0OPRLp-o9x7DNT9Jrfm43Qt0j52us_YZyTzPtLIjZ2Z5PGpf16g3HZMYDLueqLJQmVVzUtu4gk6SShUV6Xbk5K1yj_Sb3QCqmb1cEixkYzj0_GW-0F6DdvZUg2uBxofifNWYkP/s400/paramhansa_yogananda2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662620767321873858" border="0" /></a><br />Online Photo Credit<br /><br />I find that this journey is all consuming in a way that is welcoming and loved. I wake up wanting to do yoga. I go to sleep wanting my 15 minutes of savasana. I think what more can I do to take myself on this Karma yogic experience even further.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuECnhnfCZr9dPCwbxjPKB7h9qHH4x0PQ_0uGCDdZVb3aSJC2NijoZqxQuajZVgV-O_Rv0auzDrCnyUX7th-f1xNGgdxpIYQwmqqIFIpUfx_P-qiRzz2xOrvM_7mV5yqgWFStd0cW5Mf9u/s1600/P1000091.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuECnhnfCZr9dPCwbxjPKB7h9qHH4x0PQ_0uGCDdZVb3aSJC2NijoZqxQuajZVgV-O_Rv0auzDrCnyUX7th-f1xNGgdxpIYQwmqqIFIpUfx_P-qiRzz2xOrvM_7mV5yqgWFStd0cW5Mf9u/s400/P1000091.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662621091148451970" /></a><br />Photo By: BlueSkyCampfiresChristina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-84514669088331216632011-08-12T06:15:00.005-04:002011-08-12T07:14:44.492-04:00Standing in the Shadow of Greatness.....<div style="text-align: center;">As a musician, I sometimes wonder the genuine quality and raw talent of artists today. You don't have many people writing lyrics like Jim Morrison, that cut you to the core and you recite standing on tables in hotels in Amsterdam. You don't have tone like Billy Holiday- where that twinge of awkward throatyness sounds almost too good to be true. We don't have La Vie En Rose, Piaf's interpretation of perfection and Dinah Washington's perfect use of a language. SO SUBLIME, yet so far away from most music today. Again raw talent.
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<br />I am not a HUGE Beyonce fan. I know that she has a true passion for her performances, and it truly looks like she puts her whole heart and soul into her shows and her fans. I had to post this video of her rehearsing for an American Idol performance in the Spring. I was blown away by her sheer understanding for her instrument.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHSEXZKayopu7jYqfqWmONZg6lG7choxo36laPUio5hdgLZya3cPkBplysARUT5NqNhWO72LII61q6CBrhUkrtE9mCjUoTqcfR6PnLPMqNq3Ml4SsjEyh2hmjtdSbhZH5_uvwnKBXFEoNd/s1600/Beyonce.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 360px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHSEXZKayopu7jYqfqWmONZg6lG7choxo36laPUio5hdgLZya3cPkBplysARUT5NqNhWO72LII61q6CBrhUkrtE9mCjUoTqcfR6PnLPMqNq3Ml4SsjEyh2hmjtdSbhZH5_uvwnKBXFEoNd/s400/Beyonce.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5639916529499921170" border="0" /></a>
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<br />She has the most incredible control of her voice. And the soul and feeling that you get from her when she sings each note.... that is not something that you can teach. That is like dancing a contemporary number with your voice. Perfection. The fact that she is also singing without a mic, and without the use of auto tune furthers my now undying respect for her and her craft. Everyone should be so lucky to witness art in it's finest interpretation. How it was supposed to be used, how it was supposed to be defined.
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<br />Thank you my beautiful sister for making my heart skip a beat....
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<br /></div>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-90016353880412880982011-08-07T15:48:00.001-04:002011-08-07T16:34:11.976-04:00White is the new Black!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqCYfdL8TRcpU_wuMwlEfoe79RWc4hETpF2_onbOq_fH98ZAjJ6wDqGc_hjcxpsCCwk__3IhwYEyXRkFANq0E-m0725GozPlAfLPqb1-hRZlhhYZn-8-9jtRA8J07r3H3bBo4HkczcBxyW/s1600/DSC_0116.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqCYfdL8TRcpU_wuMwlEfoe79RWc4hETpF2_onbOq_fH98ZAjJ6wDqGc_hjcxpsCCwk__3IhwYEyXRkFANq0E-m0725GozPlAfLPqb1-hRZlhhYZn-8-9jtRA8J07r3H3bBo4HkczcBxyW/s400/DSC_0116.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638213308113189618" /></a><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">It's a hot-Summer and all I can think about is where is the nearest ocean at?<br />I needed some inspiration so I looked to one of my favorite colors to wear- <span style="COLOR: rgb(153,153,153)">WHITE</span>.<br />The symbolism for wearing white can mean any number of things.<br />Primarily white being the color of purity.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfcBkH3C5O-MmbD7uVNJV3cYujhWYJ3gTbNFWHUI1WWYNfYKFWBUu9vbBrekiuOaQwwQZ14jPV12mxPrl73T8muwrKbKAUYu3aDum4NKfjZaTRwnEr4sfnWJXzSISlcHitdMDdbe9vGR3_/s1600/yuki.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 293px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638210573971471842" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfcBkH3C5O-MmbD7uVNJV3cYujhWYJ3gTbNFWHUI1WWYNfYKFWBUu9vbBrekiuOaQwwQZ14jPV12mxPrl73T8muwrKbKAUYu3aDum4NKfjZaTRwnEr4sfnWJXzSISlcHitdMDdbe9vGR3_/s400/yuki.jpg" /></a><br />White and Black have the biggest visual contrast to the human eye. Day and Night. Good and Evil. White is the extreme end of the spectrum of color. It is associated with nature- clouds, flowers, ice and snow.<br />It has religious connotation. Ihram clothing worn by Muslims during pilgrimage. Egyptians saw white as the color to wear during death. And how about the white flag of surrender in times of war.<br /><br />Whatever you view the color<span style="FONT-STYLE: italic"> "white"</span> as, it is one of the most calming colors for me to wear. I love neutrals, creams, taupes, browns, and white. I find them stunning with my skin tone and even better with a tan.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTZbz7AGd4yvxBTEzrWsj3fpnkIrd3bK23IQE0FXjfs538SuZb8N33aOD1yFsHJY_VhpqNJin_5hCtfnbkkIDkzDqFi603XaujBhcVs6GlQNEj1r2RW8w5kD2Vjv1dMUQgJpDTpFbZsgiE/s1600/tumblr.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 270px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638210964941497106" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTZbz7AGd4yvxBTEzrWsj3fpnkIrd3bK23IQE0FXjfs538SuZb8N33aOD1yFsHJY_VhpqNJin_5hCtfnbkkIDkzDqFi603XaujBhcVs6GlQNEj1r2RW8w5kD2Vjv1dMUQgJpDTpFbZsgiE/s400/tumblr.jpg" /></a><br />Here are some images that I was inspired by this summer and my own take on the perfect white bohemian summer frock.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBgdS-sEJWEDQWMepT5oo2FzLS6db2wNRQ00W-DI90NEFyQqchjlt71BKHAtRi81VaD1SkjIWTIBzR1opPBsB5QlVlp8gs7TpyJGQCJPstxUt6h_NuFz5nb7xYkPGkE-XgnnVa8jDTHtBl/s1600/office-white-clothes.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 230px; height: 345px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBgdS-sEJWEDQWMepT5oo2FzLS6db2wNRQ00W-DI90NEFyQqchjlt71BKHAtRi81VaD1SkjIWTIBzR1opPBsB5QlVlp8gs7TpyJGQCJPstxUt6h_NuFz5nb7xYkPGkE-XgnnVa8jDTHtBl/s400/office-white-clothes.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638211386669462482" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgffWCWS_EJUpRM5SDalnfZGjfO3aYyRfGveIHnNgsVMNPqXeT8DnK0neKIINkfrXv79VCppnXI9g3SgsxlItFH265_HU9yZBCK2lkRcOdny88qTxIgoVzSv9PF2cYneePOptmsnCCNEeQh/s1600/DSC_0120.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgffWCWS_EJUpRM5SDalnfZGjfO3aYyRfGveIHnNgsVMNPqXeT8DnK0neKIINkfrXv79VCppnXI9g3SgsxlItFH265_HU9yZBCK2lkRcOdny88qTxIgoVzSv9PF2cYneePOptmsnCCNEeQh/s400/DSC_0120.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638212501702391922" /></a><br />The skirt is from H & M organic fabric collection, Tank is from Nordstroms, Earrings are from the new Fall 2011 Cache collection, Bracelet is from NEED SUPPLY, Sunglasses are RayBan Clubmasters, and the Necklace is from House of Harlow 2010 Collection.<br /></div>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-5400837961403338152011-08-06T20:23:00.001-04:002011-08-06T20:34:01.380-04:00Love this collaborationThere is nothing better than an underground star hooking up with one of rap games most notorious MC's.<div>Alex Ebert is killing the music Indie scene and doing collaborations with everyone you can think of including RZA of Wu Tang Clan. This video shows you why I heart him, and why I love anything that sounds like you could download it off a soundtrack of an Akira Kurosawa film- Kung Fu movies- my secret obsession! Enjoy<br /></div><br /><br /><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/26454103?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0" width="400" height="225" frameborder="0"></iframe><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/26454103">Alexander - Truth</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user6757970">Alexander</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-58523721669434120742011-08-06T19:00:00.000-04:002011-08-07T11:12:08.942-04:00Belize here I come!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqrGOLhak0Brd7cgF4Sb_lr2HpE-fRpYMxwRjrf74zkxLP8wkhXbKSaYY0WTYB9qsQZ72cZ2IpLNSfHgXIXgXQpEU6_vd10i9dCasDA0X43pl9CV5tdKID5lub1qkXJYJWc9An2rM8mXOF/s1600/DSC_0110.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqrGOLhak0Brd7cgF4Sb_lr2HpE-fRpYMxwRjrf74zkxLP8wkhXbKSaYY0WTYB9qsQZ72cZ2IpLNSfHgXIXgXQpEU6_vd10i9dCasDA0X43pl9CV5tdKID5lub1qkXJYJWc9An2rM8mXOF/s320/DSC_0110.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637893354833224882" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz6QXdSh3DGEOYJmdzGm7uiBrpPhMLxqC-WuVLuZTXIWi-X4jd7k8SnDVJGyubXV1hjm9joKp5LdBdHMoWzWc_jCQDWG9VHKm1RqAZOVd6BuH-UrCUKH7j612UiqLS8vkOZQ1nS-4DZCre/s1600/DSC_0106.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxo-NBw3UtjwgEHEnFnk6TW4n3k1BRjsE-2ahBwhkZYr8xgcAJJ3dPKfActFv83nlm1p9mjs9M0QZdxdspDKU8HGyzn9ER23fPRTKHVAksNdHWBxXRdqoXRTfhZMaUrhNQMZoXqQzM9t3n/s320/DSC_0087.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637892971094547314" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiKRq34VMlMjpFQXKIZLBtpot1MsTJgsxahEeStFCf2dPckdS6Ej1Gff7szYHk-lx1TVFkej8VhhtAIDa3qtG9V0gTgEqT6k17uzp1gIq__Y5xILi_QYBkTShZB3ISQTF2Uk8o0uwj4MUk/s1600/DSC_0084.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiKRq34VMlMjpFQXKIZLBtpot1MsTJgsxahEeStFCf2dPckdS6Ej1Gff7szYHk-lx1TVFkej8VhhtAIDa3qtG9V0gTgEqT6k17uzp1gIq__Y5xILi_QYBkTShZB3ISQTF2Uk8o0uwj4MUk/s320/DSC_0084.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637892968404868258" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">With only 20 days left till I head to Belize, I have the perfect outfits to complete my <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FF0000;">DREAM</span> 30th Birthday vacation! This trip has meant so much to me, in that it is the first VACATION that I have taken with my husband since our Honeymoon. Even though backpacking across Asia and Europe 2 years ago was a huge trip of a lifetime, my intentions for that was more about experiencing my spirituality, the people and photography. This trip is truly about relaxing, Yoga, sunbathing and throwing in a few excursions here and there. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Now all I need to do is have the most fashionable, comfortable attire to trek, stretch, meditate, and swim! Oh and chillax' with my best friend-in our cabana's. I am traveling inland to the Belizean Rainforest to the Black Rock Yoga Lodge. We will be near the Big Rock Waterfalls and Rio on the pools. We will hit up some Mayan Ruins and then take a jeep back to Belize City to boat over to Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye to stay at Akbol Yoga Resort and tan, swim and snorkel at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. <br />So here are the outfits that I have picked so far- a good blend of dressy, casual. A perfect trek uniform, Trail Runner lightweight shoes. All my favorite Yoga gear from Lululemon, my trip to India and Om On Yoga boutique. My new Japa Mala beads and my cozy havana's. Oh and don't forget the perfect Fall must have a pair of foldable black Ballet flats- perfect to travel in. I have the Yosi Samra brand from NEED SUPPLY - but I will probably pick up a pair of Corso Como brand as well in another color. Take my advice- my choices are all you need to look <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CCFF;">Resort Chic</span> with that hint of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CCFF;">Bohemian Hipster</span> that I <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FF0000;">LOVE</span> so much</div>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8492971206687413663.post-78255690831882642562010-04-21T11:29:00.000-04:002010-04-21T11:32:24.690-04:00The Meaning of Blue Pearl<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-family:CG Times (W1);" ><span style="font-style: italic;">A brilliant blue light, the size of a tiny seed, which is the subtle abode of the inner Self. Swami Muktananda writes extensively about his powerful inner visions of the Blue Pearl in his spiritual autobiography, </span><i style="font-style: italic;">Play of Consciousness</i><span style="font-style: italic;">.<br /><br />What more can I say about my ever going journey. There is more to this life than we know.....<br /></span> </span>Christina Bowmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18253529273572883975noreply@blogger.com2