God Help me Get Through This Day

The day is actually full of amazing enjoyable classes and meetings, but I am exhausted.  I attempted to write this in the morning before my day began, but now I have a break before my night classes, kids are watching a show, and I can indulge in blogging.

Last night was sleepless, my 19 month baby, God Bless Him, is transitioning from 2 naps to one, and on top of that we took away the pacifier, it was good timing for us, he was only crying when it would fall out at night, no thanks!

So we have him in his bed, sometimes I go lay down with him if he cries, and sometimes I bring him to my bed when I don't want to get up anymore, and sometimes he walks to my room.  Last night he was a bit fussy, so I decided to lay down next to him and let my husband sleep, I was so uncomfortable, probably a few hours later he was rolling all around and I was done, so I took him to our bed, and he just kept saying "mmma" that is his version of eema, mother in Hebrew, it was 5:30am.

10am Yoga class
11:30am meeting, where I saw 7 week old twin girls, what a miracle life is!
12:30pm Private Client

Finally got home around 2:30pm and asked my husband in advance to please take the baby on his errands so I can attempt to nap before the kids got home at 4pm.  I didn't really sleep deep, but it was nice to lay down in my bed and close my eyes in a quiet house.

I had the kids help me clean their room, and now while we are waiting for dinner to be ready they are watching a show.  I am grateful for the energy exchange with adults while my kids are at school, and baby is with my husband, Thank God.

What's next?

7:30pm Prenatal Yoga
8:45pm Private Client, that told me since we started Yoga his migraines are gone, and he doesn't need to spend ridiculous money on medication - I am always in awe of the power of preventive maintenance.

Feeling Grateful,
Feeling Groggy,
Thank God in my line of work it is OK to be a bit zoned out,
Bon Apetit to me :)
Have a Fabulous evening,
Coach Yulia  

Mercury Retrograde

I think everything affects everything, yes we can make our own choices, and yes its God's plan, but the path we take is ours, and sometimes things get wacky, and I guess it is good to have a reason, or maybe it is just an excuse :)

So this whole week things are just a bit off, I wrote about it yesterday, not horrible, definitely can be figured out, Thank God not life altering.  Today it continues, I had the most amazing stroller walk wit moms in my community, and even some moms that are done with strollers joined us.  Some moms made new friends, and a few of us stayed later just talking.  When it was time to go I went to my car, took my baby out of the stroller, and while I was putting him in his car seat, he was so squirmy, and fussy, and I knew he was tired.  So when I finally buckled him in, I jumped into the car and drove home, what did I forget?

So luckily the park is less than five minutes from my home, I park and look to see what I need to take into the house, and then start to wonder where the diaper bag is, and then it hit me, or actually I was not sure, did I put the stroller in the trunk?

OY!

I put the car in drive and sped back and Thank God the park was busy, it was light, right before I saw the stroller, I saw a group of guys walking and started to panic, and worse than losing the stroller would be explaining to my husband what happened.  I am forgetful with my keys, phone, sunglasses, but Thank God not the baby!!!

It was there, I saw a few ladies and said, can you believe it I forgot my stroller, and they laughed and also said it was good I at least had the baby. 

Mom's cut mom's some slack,
we have each others back.
We walk around the track,
and love to hear each other yack!

For those of you that are close to my husband, keep this quiet, I know you are laughing, but he doesn't read this thing, and I know his friends and family do, LOL.

So I keep on seeing people post about Mercury Retrograde, and here are the dates for it this year:

February 23–March 17 in mystical Pisces
June 26 to July 20 in responsive Cancer
October 21 to November 10 in super psychic Scorpio

Basically people say that things are just off, and sometimes not so great, and here is a good description, and a link below if you want to read more.

"A major cause of stress at Mercury retrograde is frustration from mishaps, things breaking down, computers going black. But if we know it's cycle, this makes it feel less terminal. If things go pear-shaped, see what's there to see. Take a break from the usual routine."

http://astrology.about.com/od/advancedastrology/p/MercuryRetro.htm

I just took an amazing self defense class yesterday, and most of it was about awareness of our surroundings, listening to our instincts, and that yelling and running away actually surprise the attacker, they want easy targets and to cause the least amount of attention possible.  The best thing to yell is "fire" instead of help or no, it definitely gets attention.

So the whole point of the blog today is that life is always flowing up and down, so it is all a lesson, and we have to get up and dust off  and move on.  Also it is important to be aware, and especially for me to double check that I am leaving with what I came with.  That is why we are here on earth to be challenged and to grow, and my mother says, different people get different homework from God.  All I know is Thank God I got my stroller!

Coach Yulia

 



Message to Self: Wake Up Girl!



In the Clouds

Do you have days like this?  I really feel like little things are escaping my consciousness, my husband likes to call it "common sense."  To me when there are a million things going on at once, the best thing to do is plan ahead, but then plans change in an instant. 

Yesterday I was going to have a nice day of organizing and doing a walking group, and then I decided to reread my email about an interview I had.  It said Tuesday, November 4, and all I saw was Tuesday.  I originally emailed them and asked what time on Monday November 4, and when she emailed me back Tuesday, I took it for a Tuesday.  So literally a couple of hours before the interview, I cancelled any other plans, and was trying to figure out what to do with my baby.  I cleared the schedule for Tuesday, but yesterday I was with him all day, my husband was working.

I reached out to a few friends that said that they would love to help, but that day and time they were already out and about, and then an angel came to my rescue.  She wanted to join me for my walking group, and I told her that nobody RSVP, and that I realized I had this interview, and maybe she would want to come with me and watch the baby and we could walk after.  The walk never happened but she came with me, and it was a group interview, and it was definitely not a good fit for me, but that led to me finding the perfect fit today.

I have worked at 24 Hour Fitness for 13 years in various positions, the company is wonderful with letting people grow and go in the direction they need.  They have a wonderful kids club at a location near me, and now are offering group training sessions.  So its like a class, but also like personal training, and the best part is that I get to make my own hours, develop the format of the class, and bring my baby, so excited!

So yesterday besides that interview I went to a clients house that I always bring Yoga mats too, without any because my husband and I switched cars, totally blanked, but luckily I live close by so I just went home and got them, its all good :)

Today I also was a bit in the clouds about my schedule, but honestly, sometimes when something doesn't work out its for the best, and that is how I see life.  As long as you own up, be genuine, do your best, give 100% (or as much as you have at the moment) to your family and your work, then it is what it is.

I am on my way to teach a Pilates class and then go to an awesome Krav Maga Self Defense class for women, recharging my batteries!

Have a great evening,
Coach Yulia

This was from a while ago, I don't even know how it captured me trying to find the perfect web cam shot,
cracks me up, and gives me a little headache, LOL

My baby loves my knuckles?

My Karen Michelle outfit that I modeled yesterday

All my kids loved to hold my hand while falling asleep from the time they were infants.  At first they hold on to the pointer finger, then slowly the whole hand, and now my baby just loves to knead my knuckles.  He has a pretty strong grip, he will probably be a good masseuse, lucky for me! For now it sometimes is even a little uncomfortable, but it puts him to sleep, go figure, to each their own.  Lately he is getting frustrated when I cannot figure out what he wants, we were told his brain and understanding are like a two year old, but his language is not there yet.  I just spent time trying to get him to nap, he was super fussy, maybe teeth as well, he was fighting it so hard.  I let him cry while I laid down with him and finally said I understand that you are upset, I am so sorry.  Then he calmed down and fell asleep.  I recently went to an amazing parenting class that was explaining how important it is for kids to know how to say no.  In some strict families, they are not allowed, and then are not prepared later in life when they need to stand up for themselves and say no.  Also I heard that it is OK for them to get upset and let it out, I tried to stay calm, it was hard, I saw he was tired, so I let him have the freedom to show me how upset he was.  I guess with this third baby, I have a bit more energy and patience, Thank God. 

Last night I was lucky to be part of an amazing Women's Wellness event focusing on loving your body, and just supporting each other.  The food was delicious, the models ranged from around 8 years old to fabulous mommies of all ages.  There were also a few professional plus sized models that were absolutely stunning.  Karen from Karen Michelle was telling me that now the skirt length fashion is mid calf, but many people dressing modestly like it either right at the knees or all the way to the floor, fashion is so interesting.  I had a blast modeling and networking with all the talented, happy, and diverse women showcasing their unique wares and services. 

I have a full week of healthy, active lifestyle events scheduled for this week, please get in touch by Facebook, Coach Yulia, or email me, coachyulia@gmail.com, or call/text 323.377.0707.  For women of all ages, and many gatherings for pregnant moms, moms with new babies, and moms ready to get in shape.

Tomorrow evening at 8pm, there is a Krav Maga, Self Defense class, I would love for you to join me,
https://www.facebook.com/events/718131414868084/?previousaction=join&source=1

Love You,
Be You,
Recharge You,
It's Not Selfish,
It's Self Care,
Coach Yulia

Women Supporting Women

Gotta Get my brows threaded, then off to the show!

In our wonderful United States of America there are so many different people from all walks of life.  We all connect over something special, I feel blessed to be in my Jewish community now that I am married and raising my kids.  One of the things that I love most is the sisterhood that is formed, and a really positive, healthy, and supportive relationships develop among the women.

Today is an example of that, a women's only event in the amazing Luxe Hotel on Sunset Blvd, with food, boutiques, and a fashion show that I am so excited to model in for Karen Michelle Boutique.  There will be a Wellness area where I will be doing Body Fat testing and promoting my services.  It is not too late to join us at 5pm today, http://www.karenmichelle.com/Store-Events/love-your-body.html

I really feel that most people I meet are in happy relationships, do their best for their kids, and also try to take care of themselves the best they can.  That is where I come in, my goal is to encourage busy adults to invest in themselves, time and money, because they deserve it, because it is preventive maintenance, and because they will feel so good an full of energy when you do.

Happy Sunday,
Join me tonight Ladies!
It will be a blast,
CoachYulia

Memoirs

My memory is an interesting phenomenon, long term is very scattered, and short term is also sometimes not that helpful especially with keys, sunglasses, and my phone.

I operate in the present, that is why Yoga speaks to me and I suppose labor and birth speak to me as well.  There is no choice but to be present and deal and grow and come out a new person.  I always tell my Yoga students that even if they are regulars, it is the first time they are doing Yoga that day, to give their undivided attention, the body is different every day.  I feel that is my gift in this lifetime and has led me towards yoga and now as a Doula, to be present is essential to let the body do exactly what it needs to do, the body knows how to birth, the baby knows what to do, we are designed so beautifully.

My mother is writing her memoirs, she loves to write, and I am really enjoying reading them.  Some of the memories are a learning experience about my ancestors.  Others I clearly remember, but some are a surprise to me, I think more of a surprise that I do not remember.  Throughout my life I have dropped one thing and jumped into the next head first, no regrets, just ready to move forward.  I sometimes look at pictures and remember fun times.  Sometimes my friends tell me stories, and it is nice to hear, but not always in my head.

I guess it is what it is, being present is a gift, we are forced to be present with our children, it is a challenge and a gift.  Today my husband took the kids to synagogue and I had quiet, rested a bit.  As soon as they got home, each one took turns in their intense energy, so nice to have quiet again as they are all sleeping. 

Thank God For It All,
Shavua Tov,
Coach Yulia

Preparing to Rest



PEEK - A - BOO



I got a call from a friend last night inviting Sam and I to the breeder's cup all day from 9am-5pm.
I wasn't sure what it was but figured it has something to do with horses, click on the link for info.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/early-lead/wp/2013/11/01/breeders-cup-2013-schedule-post-times-odds

I was explaining to him that Fridays the kids are in school for half a day, if it was a regular day they are in school until 4pm, and we could have figured it out with play dates, as well as for the baby.  I was also telling him how Friday night we always have a meal, and the whole day Friday is preparing the house, cleaning, cooking, usually hosting guests.  He was intrigued by the concept of preparing to rest.

All of Saturday we turn off the world, no TV, phone, computer, or car, and enjoy our community and friends, usually at the synagogue, and then a festive meal, and at home we just hang out, and talk and play with each other with no technology in the way.  I really appreciate this law and concept, the law to rest on the seventh day is just magic, it is necessary for our well being and balance, and I take full advantage.

My work week is from Sunday to Thursday, non stop all day, Friday is a Yoga class just for me in the morning, then helping with the house, then once the kids are home, we all get ready together, something I get the kids out of the way so my husband could be uninterrupted.

Thank God for who we attract in our lives, Thank God for finding the right fit, Thank God for the Day of Rest.

Signing off,
Have a Great Weekend,
Shabbat Shalom
Coach Yulia