Amy Pastore http://amypastore.com E-RYT 500 Hour Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:01:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 iflow Yoga Straight Up http://amypastore.com/iflow-yoga http://amypastore.com/iflow-yoga#comments Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:16:18 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=618 Amy teaching

After a decade of study as a yoga student and teacher I’ve had the opportunity to experience many different types of teacher trainings, immersions and workshops.  Many of these had great things to offer but unfortunately some of what I’ve experienced was mass marketing and subpar teaching more about money and numbers than creating well versed, qualified teachers.  Even more troubling is the increasing number of teacher trainings being offered by teachers with limited experience and training themselves.  And now there are more yoga teachers than ever before.  Many of them don’t feel ready to teach or confident with their teaching style.  Some were taught how to read a script or follow a sequence but not how to sequence a flow themselves.  I hear and see this all the time and felt that there was a better way to offer advanced training for those looking to teach or those simply interested in deepening their understanding of yoga. Drawing from my experiences, with a desire to pass on the gift of yoga in a genuine and creative way, I have spent the past year organizing the iflow Yoga Immersion and 200 hour Teacher Training Program.  This program covers yoga from the classical through the modern perspective and delivers it in a way that is palatable, relatable and useful to the student.  My primary intention is to create practitioners and teachers who embody the knowledge of yoga and have the tools they need to successfully and authentically express their own True Nature. iflow Yoga was created with this at its heart.  It is a synthesis of what has worked for me over many years of study.  It is based on primary three elements: (1) Inspired by the flow of life; (2) Intelligent in terms of alignment and sequencing; and (3) Intuitive through the creative freedom of the heart.  Diversity, creativity and exploration are celebrated and encouraged in the iflow method.  For more information about iflow click here. These modules are not for the masses.  These are not factory trainings.  They are small group teaching sessions with lots of support, mentoring, and guidance.  Since many of my students don't have opportunity to travel to Bali, this training will be held at Amy’s home studio, The Down Dog House, and will be limited to 8 students per module.  Modules are for serious students who want to learn Philosophy, Meditation, Pranayama as well as advanced Asana.  The modules can be taken alone or as a group which, along with completion of all non-contact self-study and teaching assignments, completes the iflow Yoga 200 hour Teacher Training program.  For more details about this program and to apply click here.  Applicants will be contacted for a phone interview.  If you’ve already taken a 200 hour training, this program should still be considered as it is purposefully designed to be more hands-on and more comprehensive than most other 200 hour programs. For more about my training and background click here. This week I leave for teaching in Chiang Mai, Thailand then on to be with the amazing international group of yogis in Ubud, Bali for the iflow Yoga Immersions and 200 hour Teacher Training.  I will miss my New Jersey area students but promise to bring back new inspirations... AmyShukriya, Amy]]> Amy teaching

After a decade of study as a yoga student and teacher I’ve had the opportunity to experience many different types of teacher trainings, immersions and workshops.  Many of these had great things to offer but unfortunately some of what I’ve experienced was mass marketing and subpar teaching more about money and numbers than creating well versed, qualified teachers.  Even more troubling is the increasing number of teacher trainings being offered by teachers with limited experience and training themselves.  And now there are more yoga teachers than ever before.  Many of them don’t feel ready to teach or confident with their teaching style.  Some were taught how to read a script or follow a sequence but not how to sequence a flow themselves.  I hear and see this all the time and felt that there was a better way to offer advanced training for those looking to teach or those simply interested in deepening their understanding of yoga. Drawing from my experiences, with a desire to pass on the gift of yoga in a genuine and creative way, I have spent the past year organizing the iflow Yoga Immersion and 200 hour Teacher Training Program.  This program covers yoga from the classical through the modern perspective and delivers it in a way that is palatable, relatable and useful to the student.  My primary intention is to create practitioners and teachers who embody the knowledge of yoga and have the tools they need to successfully and authentically express their own True Nature. iflow Yoga was created with this at its heart.  It is a synthesis of what has worked for me over many years of study.  It is based on primary three elements: (1) Inspired by the flow of life; (2) Intelligent in terms of alignment and sequencing; and (3) Intuitive through the creative freedom of the heart.  Diversity, creativity and exploration are celebrated and encouraged in the iflow method.  For more information about iflow click here. These modules are not for the masses.  These are not factory trainings.  They are small group teaching sessions with lots of support, mentoring, and guidance.  Since many of my students don't have opportunity to travel to Bali, this training will be held at Amy’s home studio, The Down Dog House, and will be limited to 8 students per module.  Modules are for serious students who want to learn Philosophy, Meditation, Pranayama as well as advanced Asana.  The modules can be taken alone or as a group which, along with completion of all non-contact self-study and teaching assignments, completes the iflow Yoga 200 hour Teacher Training program.  For more details about this program and to apply click here.  Applicants will be contacted for a phone interview.  If you’ve already taken a 200 hour training, this program should still be considered as it is purposefully designed to be more hands-on and more comprehensive than most other 200 hour programs. For more about my training and background click here. This week I leave for teaching in Chiang Mai, Thailand then on to be with the amazing international group of yogis in Ubud, Bali for the iflow Yoga Immersions and 200 hour Teacher Training.  I will miss my New Jersey area students but promise to bring back new inspirations... AmyShukriya, Amy]]> http://amypastore.com/iflow-yoga/feed 2 A Gentle Ayurvedic Cleanse for Fall (Purvakarma) http://amypastore.com/a-gentle-ayurvedic-cleanse-for-fall-purvakarma http://amypastore.com/a-gentle-ayurvedic-cleanse-for-fall-purvakarma#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2012 02:37:18 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=571 Kichari

iflow Yoga Presents:

 A Gentle Ayurvedic Cleanse for Fall (Purvakarma) 

Fall is a natural time of transition.  It’s the perfect time to practice a gentle detox cleanse that will recalibrate your body, mind and spirit, and get you ready for a winter of wellness.  We tend to get overly busy in the Fall.  We think, “it’s time to work harder, gotta get grinding” and we overwork ourselves.  We end up taxing our systems until we come down with a cold or the flu and are forced to rest.  This cleanse is designed nip that cycle in the bud and to support - not shock - your system.  Rather than ridding the body of toxins at any cost, purvakarma gently balances the whole person so that they can detox without compromising the body in any way.  This cleanse incorporates nourishing foods and self-care techniques to heal and support the body, strengthening your immune system to prepare for Winter ahead.  The key to purvakarma is a time out from unhealthy practices and habits.  We’re creating a pause for reflection to make space for healthier activities.  The kind of practices that nourish so that we can flow through the seasons naturally and easefully with optimal health and happiness. During the cleanse, drop substances and habits that contribute to liver overload.  This includes processed foods and alcohol (yes, wine counts) as well as the stress that rattles your nervous system.  Spend time thinking about what influences you want to keep in your life and what you might want to let go.  Here are a few “keep” suggestions:
  • Do your self massage with sesame oil after a hot shower to increase circulation, nourish skin and soothe your nervous system.
  • Use a tongue scraper daily to assist in removing undigested waste from the body.  This waste shows up on the tongue and is called ama.  Yes, it’s gross so get rid of it.
  • Find ways to unplug from all media and outside stimulation as much as possible.  For many of us this is practically impossible.  Especially if you have children and a day job, so do what you can when you can.  Instead of turning on the television, create a spa vibe.  Light candles, take a bath, journal, go for a quiet walk, meditate and practice yoga moderately or perhaps just some gentle stretching.
  • If possible, try a a day from sunrise to sunset in silence.  This is a profound practice that will leave you feeling spiritually sound and refreshed for having taken the time to go inside.
Ayurvedic cleansing also calls for ghee (clarified butter), which lubricates the digestive tract and facilitates the elimination of toxins from the body.  We use it for cooking but it can also be added into your warm water to keep things moving (a few drops or up to a few teaspoons).  Don’t be afraid of it.  It’s changed my life.  It’s truly nothing to be scared of... no, It will not make you fat! You can also try adding a supplement.  Triphala is an Ayurvedic remedy that supports the system and preserves what is good while it gets rid of toxins that will create weakness in the body.  Triphala can be found at your local health food store and taken in the evening with warm water; 1 to 2 tablets or 1/2 teaspoon. As for diet, Kichari is a simple food for these 3 days.  Kichari is commonly used throughout Asia to purify the body.  Its balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat makes for an easily digestible nourishing meal that won’t leave you hungry, moody or weak.  Kitchari is also tridoshic, which means that it's great for all three doshas. The lightness of the dish reduces kapha in the body.  It soothes vata by offering a complete source of protein.  The nature of the beans are astringent in taste which has a cooling effect on pitta.  Kitchari is a natural anti-inflammatory! Here’s the Kichari recipe I’m making now as I prepare to begin my own Fall cleanse tomorrow.  This recipe makes enough to last for 3 or 4 meals.  You can play with the mixture of spices.   Ingredients: 7-10 cups of water (more water makes it more soup-like, less makes it the texture of oatmeal) 1 cup split yellow mung beans (not whole mung dal beans) ½ cup white basmati rice 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric powder ½ teaspoon coriander powder ½ teaspoon fennel ½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 3  bay leaves ½ tsp salt (rock salt is best) or Bragg’s Liquid Aminos seasonal vegetables of choice like carrot, squash or zucchini (sliced) 1 small handful fresh chopped cilantro leaves Directions:
  1. Wash split yellow mung beans and rice together until water runs clear
  2. Heat a large pot on medium heat and then add all the spices and dry roast for a few minutes. This dry-roasting will enhance the flavor
  3. Add dal and rice and stir again
  4. Add water and bring to a boil for 10 minutes
  5. Turn heat to low, cover pot and continue to cook for about 20 minutes
  6. Add veggies and cook for about another 20 minutes until dal and rice become soft
  7. The cilantro leaves can be added just before serving
  8. Add Sea Salt or Bragg’s to taste
  I enjoy using a particular bowl I made in my last life as a potter for all my meals.  It not only is simplifying the dish situation but it’s the perfect single serving size.  You can measure the amount you should be eating 3 times a day by one anjali.  Anjali means offering in sanskrit.  Cup your hands together as if you were receiving something precious in it.  That’s how big your serving should be. I’m personally inviting you to take 3 days to slow down and commit to clearing excess and reducing stimulation from your life with me.  Eat simply and drink lots of warm water.  You can add fennel, coriander or cumin to create a wonderful detoxifying tea.  Eat your Kichari, 3 palm sized bowls a day.  Don’t over spice.  Be moderate, be gentle, enjoy this sweet time.   Saprema (in love), Amy & iflow Yoga
]]> Kichari

iflow Yoga Presents:

 A Gentle Ayurvedic Cleanse for Fall (Purvakarma) 

Fall is a natural time of transition.  It’s the perfect time to practice a gentle detox cleanse that will recalibrate your body, mind and spirit, and get you ready for a winter of wellness.  We tend to get overly busy in the Fall.  We think, “it’s time to work harder, gotta get grinding” and we overwork ourselves.  We end up taxing our systems until we come down with a cold or the flu and are forced to rest.  This cleanse is designed nip that cycle in the bud and to support - not shock - your system.  Rather than ridding the body of toxins at any cost, purvakarma gently balances the whole person so that they can detox without compromising the body in any way.  This cleanse incorporates nourishing foods and self-care techniques to heal and support the body, strengthening your immune system to prepare for Winter ahead.  The key to purvakarma is a time out from unhealthy practices and habits.  We’re creating a pause for reflection to make space for healthier activities.  The kind of practices that nourish so that we can flow through the seasons naturally and easefully with optimal health and happiness. During the cleanse, drop substances and habits that contribute to liver overload.  This includes processed foods and alcohol (yes, wine counts) as well as the stress that rattles your nervous system.  Spend time thinking about what influences you want to keep in your life and what you might want to let go.  Here are a few “keep” suggestions:
  • Do your self massage with sesame oil after a hot shower to increase circulation, nourish skin and soothe your nervous system.
  • Use a tongue scraper daily to assist in removing undigested waste from the body.  This waste shows up on the tongue and is called ama.  Yes, it’s gross so get rid of it.
  • Find ways to unplug from all media and outside stimulation as much as possible.  For many of us this is practically impossible.  Especially if you have children and a day job, so do what you can when you can.  Instead of turning on the television, create a spa vibe.  Light candles, take a bath, journal, go for a quiet walk, meditate and practice yoga moderately or perhaps just some gentle stretching.
  • If possible, try a a day from sunrise to sunset in silence.  This is a profound practice that will leave you feeling spiritually sound and refreshed for having taken the time to go inside.
Ayurvedic cleansing also calls for ghee (clarified butter), which lubricates the digestive tract and facilitates the elimination of toxins from the body.  We use it for cooking but it can also be added into your warm water to keep things moving (a few drops or up to a few teaspoons).  Don’t be afraid of it.  It’s changed my life.  It’s truly nothing to be scared of... no, It will not make you fat! You can also try adding a supplement.  Triphala is an Ayurvedic remedy that supports the system and preserves what is good while it gets rid of toxins that will create weakness in the body.  Triphala can be found at your local health food store and taken in the evening with warm water; 1 to 2 tablets or 1/2 teaspoon. As for diet, Kichari is a simple food for these 3 days.  Kichari is commonly used throughout Asia to purify the body.  Its balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat makes for an easily digestible nourishing meal that won’t leave you hungry, moody or weak.  Kitchari is also tridoshic, which means that it's great for all three doshas. The lightness of the dish reduces kapha in the body.  It soothes vata by offering a complete source of protein.  The nature of the beans are astringent in taste which has a cooling effect on pitta.  Kitchari is a natural anti-inflammatory! Here’s the Kichari recipe I’m making now as I prepare to begin my own Fall cleanse tomorrow.  This recipe makes enough to last for 3 or 4 meals.  You can play with the mixture of spices.   Ingredients: 7-10 cups of water (more water makes it more soup-like, less makes it the texture of oatmeal) 1 cup split yellow mung beans (not whole mung dal beans) ½ cup white basmati rice 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric powder ½ teaspoon coriander powder ½ teaspoon fennel ½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 3  bay leaves ½ tsp salt (rock salt is best) or Bragg’s Liquid Aminos seasonal vegetables of choice like carrot, squash or zucchini (sliced) 1 small handful fresh chopped cilantro leaves Directions:
  1. Wash split yellow mung beans and rice together until water runs clear
  2. Heat a large pot on medium heat and then add all the spices and dry roast for a few minutes. This dry-roasting will enhance the flavor
  3. Add dal and rice and stir again
  4. Add water and bring to a boil for 10 minutes
  5. Turn heat to low, cover pot and continue to cook for about 20 minutes
  6. Add veggies and cook for about another 20 minutes until dal and rice become soft
  7. The cilantro leaves can be added just before serving
  8. Add Sea Salt or Bragg’s to taste
  I enjoy using a particular bowl I made in my last life as a potter for all my meals.  It not only is simplifying the dish situation but it’s the perfect single serving size.  You can measure the amount you should be eating 3 times a day by one anjali.  Anjali means offering in sanskrit.  Cup your hands together as if you were receiving something precious in it.  That’s how big your serving should be. I’m personally inviting you to take 3 days to slow down and commit to clearing excess and reducing stimulation from your life with me.  Eat simply and drink lots of warm water.  You can add fennel, coriander or cumin to create a wonderful detoxifying tea.  Eat your Kichari, 3 palm sized bowls a day.  Don’t over spice.  Be moderate, be gentle, enjoy this sweet time.   Saprema (in love), Amy & iflow Yoga
]]> http://amypastore.com/a-gentle-ayurvedic-cleanse-for-fall-purvakarma/feed 2 Iflow Ayurvedic Tips: Flowing into Fall Naturally http://amypastore.com/iflow-ayurvedic-tips-flowing-into-fall-naturally http://amypastore.com/iflow-ayurvedic-tips-flowing-into-fall-naturally#comments Wed, 10 Oct 2012 01:35:18 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=567 Ayurveda

I’m lucky to be in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts.  The air is crisp and the leaves are brilliant reds and blazing oranges.  I am here at Kripalu steeping in the study of Ayurveda, the sister science to yoga.  I’m learning so much and finding this forgotten Science so inspiring, intelligent and intuitive!   It couldn’t be more perfectly aligned with the iflow philosophy of learning from, respecting and connecting with Nature.  Ayur is the sanskrit word for life and Veda means knowledge.  Ayurveda is rooted in the idea that the 5 elements - ether, air, fire, water, earth - are found within everything in the Universe, including us, we are also made up of these elements.  The degrees to which each element is present creates our Ayurvedic constitution.  There are 3 Doshas that make up our true nature:
    • Vata is made up of ether + air; responsible for all movement in the body and mind
    • Pitta is fire + water; responsible for mental and physical transformation
    • Kapha is water + earth; responsible for structure and stability
To find out your constitution and learn what Doshas are predominant in your constitution go to www.whatsyourdosha.com.   Fall marks the beginning of Vata season.  The qualities of Vata are dry, light, cool, rough, subtle and mobile.  The nature of things here on the east coast are generally always high in Vata in terms of the movement, stimulation and fast paced lifestyles.  Think of Times Square in Manhattan; that’s high Vata!  Almost everyone in the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area suffers from a Vata imbalance to some degree.  We are over stimulated and agitated by all the movement in our surroundings and in our minds.  We may experience feelings of being as scattered as the leaves, trouble sleeping, anxiety, nervousness, dry skin, hair, constipation.  In the fall season it's a double whammy of Vata because on top of all the stimulation and fast paced lifestyles it's getting cooler and dryer, adding to the derangement.  If you are mostly made up of Vata Constitution, then the fall and winter are particularly uncomfortable times of year for you.  An easy way to address this is to nourish yourself with all things that contain the earth, water, and fire elements since these are the elements lacking in the fall transition to winter.  What types of foods, activities, practices and people ground, hydrate, and warm you?  Regardless of your elemental make-up, all 5 elements are present in each of us and everyone can benefit from these ancient Ayurvedic secrets.  To sign up to receive iflows FREE Monthly Newsletter filled with Yogic and Ayurveda inspiration click www.amypastore.com and subscribe.   Here are some things to consider:  
  1. Sip warm water throughout the day.  You can make special tea by adding fresh ginger, cardamom, cinnamon or fennel.  These herbs and spices warm the body and enhance circulation and digestion.
  2. Eat seasonally.  Nature provides us with what we need, when we need it so replace raw salads of summer with fresh homemade hot soups and roasted root vegetables.    Baked apples with cinnamon are a total comfort food.  Replace cold dry cereal with hot moist cereal.  If your making a smoothie in the morning, try it with hot water.  It will be easier to digest and warm your heart.
  3. Take warm baths and quiet time to unwind and relax. Calm the mobile body and active mind.  Other great activities for pacifying Vata imbalance is creating art, music and journaling.  Taking time to get outside on a walk in the elements.  Collect some colorful leaves.  When we get out in nature it’s easy to feel connected and peaceful.
  4. Dress in layers and wear clothing that is of soft in texture and warm in color. Excellent choices would be cotton, linen and wool of red, orange and yellow shades.  Cool colors like blues, greens can further heighten the Vata that is present.  Put the flip flops away and break out the Uggs, leg warmers, mittens and cap your energy with a hat.  Hats are great for keeping Vata energetically contained.
  5. Organic Sesame Oil self massage to soothe dry skin.  Take care of yourself.  A huge part of Ayurvedic Healing and Yoga is self care.  An oil foot massage will help with insomnia; a drop or two on the head will do amazing things.  Abdominal massage with oil, great stuff.  This doesn’t have to be a big production.  It can be if you have the time but even just using sesame oil as your moisturizer will help immensely.  Skip the chemical infused expensive creams and use nature’s best moisturizer.  This is all you need.  Changed my life.  (Sesame Oil that is not toasted, that’s for cooking!)
  6. To soothe Dry Eyes try Organic Rose water.  This can be misted on face or directly into the eyes.  Great skin toner as well. The scent of Rose is comforting too.
  7. Asana.  Heating Sun Salutations and hip openers such as pigeon and malasana.  What is important is not so much what asana you do but the way in which you do it.  The practice should be routine and have a steady rhythmic flow.  Emphasize the water element and make movements fluid.  Bring in the earth element with lots of attention to rooting the foundation of the postures and grounding.  Awareness can be placed on going inside as we withdraw from external stimuli to get to really know ourselves.  Try working with the same sequence at the same time of day for 30 days.  This type of regularity is usually difficult for Vata Dosha but it is just what will soothe the agitation.
  8. Pranayama.  Continuous use of Ujjayi Pranayama within Asana will enhance focus and ground you into the poses.  In seated posture or lying on back 3 part breath is a great way to experience a settling sensation.  Alternate Nostril breath is balancing for any constitution.
  9. Meditation.  A regular meditation practice assists in quieting, centering and grounding the active Vata mind.  Try simply sitting for 10 minutes.  Candle gazing is a wonderful technique giving the mind one point to focus on.
  10. Music. This time of year we need to ground.  Try Garth Stevens Flying- its actually    really grounding!  Drops me right in.
  May these practices keep our body, mind and spirits warmly nourished and in the flow as we transition.   Saprema, Amy & iflow Yoga
]]> Ayurveda

I’m lucky to be in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts.  The air is crisp and the leaves are brilliant reds and blazing oranges.  I am here at Kripalu steeping in the study of Ayurveda, the sister science to yoga.  I’m learning so much and finding this forgotten Science so inspiring, intelligent and intuitive!   It couldn’t be more perfectly aligned with the iflow philosophy of learning from, respecting and connecting with Nature.  Ayur is the sanskrit word for life and Veda means knowledge.  Ayurveda is rooted in the idea that the 5 elements - ether, air, fire, water, earth - are found within everything in the Universe, including us, we are also made up of these elements.  The degrees to which each element is present creates our Ayurvedic constitution.  There are 3 Doshas that make up our true nature:
    • Vata is made up of ether + air; responsible for all movement in the body and mind
    • Pitta is fire + water; responsible for mental and physical transformation
    • Kapha is water + earth; responsible for structure and stability
To find out your constitution and learn what Doshas are predominant in your constitution go to www.whatsyourdosha.com.   Fall marks the beginning of Vata season.  The qualities of Vata are dry, light, cool, rough, subtle and mobile.  The nature of things here on the east coast are generally always high in Vata in terms of the movement, stimulation and fast paced lifestyles.  Think of Times Square in Manhattan; that’s high Vata!  Almost everyone in the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area suffers from a Vata imbalance to some degree.  We are over stimulated and agitated by all the movement in our surroundings and in our minds.  We may experience feelings of being as scattered as the leaves, trouble sleeping, anxiety, nervousness, dry skin, hair, constipation.  In the fall season it's a double whammy of Vata because on top of all the stimulation and fast paced lifestyles it's getting cooler and dryer, adding to the derangement.  If you are mostly made up of Vata Constitution, then the fall and winter are particularly uncomfortable times of year for you.  An easy way to address this is to nourish yourself with all things that contain the earth, water, and fire elements since these are the elements lacking in the fall transition to winter.  What types of foods, activities, practices and people ground, hydrate, and warm you?  Regardless of your elemental make-up, all 5 elements are present in each of us and everyone can benefit from these ancient Ayurvedic secrets.  To sign up to receive iflows FREE Monthly Newsletter filled with Yogic and Ayurveda inspiration click www.amypastore.com and subscribe.   Here are some things to consider:  
  1. Sip warm water throughout the day.  You can make special tea by adding fresh ginger, cardamom, cinnamon or fennel.  These herbs and spices warm the body and enhance circulation and digestion.
  2. Eat seasonally.  Nature provides us with what we need, when we need it so replace raw salads of summer with fresh homemade hot soups and roasted root vegetables.    Baked apples with cinnamon are a total comfort food.  Replace cold dry cereal with hot moist cereal.  If your making a smoothie in the morning, try it with hot water.  It will be easier to digest and warm your heart.
  3. Take warm baths and quiet time to unwind and relax. Calm the mobile body and active mind.  Other great activities for pacifying Vata imbalance is creating art, music and journaling.  Taking time to get outside on a walk in the elements.  Collect some colorful leaves.  When we get out in nature it’s easy to feel connected and peaceful.
  4. Dress in layers and wear clothing that is of soft in texture and warm in color. Excellent choices would be cotton, linen and wool of red, orange and yellow shades.  Cool colors like blues, greens can further heighten the Vata that is present.  Put the flip flops away and break out the Uggs, leg warmers, mittens and cap your energy with a hat.  Hats are great for keeping Vata energetically contained.
  5. Organic Sesame Oil self massage to soothe dry skin.  Take care of yourself.  A huge part of Ayurvedic Healing and Yoga is self care.  An oil foot massage will help with insomnia; a drop or two on the head will do amazing things.  Abdominal massage with oil, great stuff.  This doesn’t have to be a big production.  It can be if you have the time but even just using sesame oil as your moisturizer will help immensely.  Skip the chemical infused expensive creams and use nature’s best moisturizer.  This is all you need.  Changed my life.  (Sesame Oil that is not toasted, that’s for cooking!)
  6. To soothe Dry Eyes try Organic Rose water.  This can be misted on face or directly into the eyes.  Great skin toner as well. The scent of Rose is comforting too.
  7. Asana.  Heating Sun Salutations and hip openers such as pigeon and malasana.  What is important is not so much what asana you do but the way in which you do it.  The practice should be routine and have a steady rhythmic flow.  Emphasize the water element and make movements fluid.  Bring in the earth element with lots of attention to rooting the foundation of the postures and grounding.  Awareness can be placed on going inside as we withdraw from external stimuli to get to really know ourselves.  Try working with the same sequence at the same time of day for 30 days.  This type of regularity is usually difficult for Vata Dosha but it is just what will soothe the agitation.
  8. Pranayama.  Continuous use of Ujjayi Pranayama within Asana will enhance focus and ground you into the poses.  In seated posture or lying on back 3 part breath is a great way to experience a settling sensation.  Alternate Nostril breath is balancing for any constitution.
  9. Meditation.  A regular meditation practice assists in quieting, centering and grounding the active Vata mind.  Try simply sitting for 10 minutes.  Candle gazing is a wonderful technique giving the mind one point to focus on.
  10. Music. This time of year we need to ground.  Try Garth Stevens Flying- its actually    really grounding!  Drops me right in.
  May these practices keep our body, mind and spirits warmly nourished and in the flow as we transition.   Saprema, Amy & iflow Yoga
]]> http://amypastore.com/iflow-ayurvedic-tips-flowing-into-fall-naturally/feed 0 Letting go and finding my own flow…iflow http://amypastore.com/letting-go-and-finding-my-own-flow-iflow http://amypastore.com/letting-go-and-finding-my-own-flow-iflow#comments Wed, 08 Aug 2012 02:29:27 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=519 iflow

I  recently decided to officially let go of my Anusara Certification.  Which means I won’t be paying dues to Anusara Inc. (whoever that is). My name won’t be on the web site (is that still up?).  And I won't be adhering to any dogma from the Anusara method about what I can and can’t say or do in my teaching.  I'm not going to go into the details of the reasons for this decision as it’s pretty obvious. Let’s just say....it's personal. I've been getting clearer on who I am as a yoga teacher and life long student separate from Anusara.  It's very similar to experiencing a loss in relationship.  When you decide to walk away from someone you love or they leave you, you go through different stages of emotions.  The fist is Denial; this can't be happening!  That was me and most of my Anusara kula when the shit hit the fan.  Then there's Anger; I spent all that time studying and $$$$$ money!  When we hit the 3rd stage, we Bargain, we do anything we can to make it work; let’s try to get a committee together to run the show... turn Anusara over to a non-profit teacher run school.  When the committee didn't work out I began to transition to the 4th phase, Depression.  We start to really feel the loss and once we allow ourselves to feel it we can move to the last phase which is to Accept.  This is when we get where we need to be in order to truly move forward.  So I did. There's a place you sit, after acceptance, and it's full of possibilities.  There is a spark.  It's exciting and holds potential for something new.  It's the moment you realize you’re OK on your own.  You’re free and you can do whatever you like and not have to answer to anyone.  It's a chit ananda moment. You have an “ah ha” revelation and the tears dry and the clouds part.  The sun shines through the broken heart and you’re lit up again. That's how I feel about my yoga.  I've dated lots of different styles and brands.  I’ve had some long term relationships where I thought this is the only style for me.           I don't regret my fling with Baptiste yoga or my one night stand with kundalini.       I appreciate and love all my yoga relationships as I've learned from each one; they have made me a better person and teacher.    I look forward to many more yoga affairs and have decided I don't believe in marriage to any one style. You may have noticed my site has been updated.   And the yoga I'm teaching is called iflow.  It's a free style of yoga with no strings attached. Sort of like an open relationship. It's an “un-brand brand”.  So if your studying with me, I offer you suggestions and guidance with encouragement to color a bit outside the lines.  I offer you what has truly worked for me in my practice but encourage and give you space to find your own.  be inspired - be intelligent - be intuitive. For more on iflow click here...iflow (p.s. Freddy, don't  get excited, this doesn't mean I want an open relationship with you.)]]> iflow

I  recently decided to officially let go of my Anusara Certification.  Which means I won’t be paying dues to Anusara Inc. (whoever that is). My name won’t be on the web site (is that still up?).  And I won't be adhering to any dogma from the Anusara method about what I can and can’t say or do in my teaching.  I'm not going to go into the details of the reasons for this decision as it’s pretty obvious. Let’s just say....it's personal. I've been getting clearer on who I am as a yoga teacher and life long student separate from Anusara.  It's very similar to experiencing a loss in relationship.  When you decide to walk away from someone you love or they leave you, you go through different stages of emotions.  The fist is Denial; this can't be happening!  That was me and most of my Anusara kula when the shit hit the fan.  Then there's Anger; I spent all that time studying and $$$$$ money!  When we hit the 3rd stage, we Bargain, we do anything we can to make it work; let’s try to get a committee together to run the show... turn Anusara over to a non-profit teacher run school.  When the committee didn't work out I began to transition to the 4th phase, Depression.  We start to really feel the loss and once we allow ourselves to feel it we can move to the last phase which is to Accept.  This is when we get where we need to be in order to truly move forward.  So I did. There's a place you sit, after acceptance, and it's full of possibilities.  There is a spark.  It's exciting and holds potential for something new.  It's the moment you realize you’re OK on your own.  You’re free and you can do whatever you like and not have to answer to anyone.  It's a chit ananda moment. You have an “ah ha” revelation and the tears dry and the clouds part.  The sun shines through the broken heart and you’re lit up again. That's how I feel about my yoga.  I've dated lots of different styles and brands.  I’ve had some long term relationships where I thought this is the only style for me.           I don't regret my fling with Baptiste yoga or my one night stand with kundalini.       I appreciate and love all my yoga relationships as I've learned from each one; they have made me a better person and teacher.    I look forward to many more yoga affairs and have decided I don't believe in marriage to any one style. You may have noticed my site has been updated.   And the yoga I'm teaching is called iflow.  It's a free style of yoga with no strings attached. Sort of like an open relationship. It's an “un-brand brand”.  So if your studying with me, I offer you suggestions and guidance with encouragement to color a bit outside the lines.  I offer you what has truly worked for me in my practice but encourage and give you space to find your own.  be inspired - be intelligent - be intuitive. For more on iflow click here...iflow (p.s. Freddy, don't  get excited, this doesn't mean I want an open relationship with you.)]]> http://amypastore.com/letting-go-and-finding-my-own-flow-iflow/feed 3 Consume Less, Create More… Small changes can make big differences, learn how! http://amypastore.com/consume-less-create-more http://amypastore.com/consume-less-create-more#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 01:27:13 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=354 consume-less-blog

I have been really blessed.  I grew up surrounded by a loving family and parents who provided me with more than I needed or deserved.  They not only gave me love, but accepted me and encouraged me to be creative and be myself.  I have always had more than enough in life, so why would a person like myself still feel the need to over consume?   I’m not talking about food although I can definitely relate to a belly ache after over indulging.  Why is it that I light up at the thought of a new pair of yoga pants that look exactly the same as the 20 I already own? ...Oh, but these are this springs latest color!   Why is it that my closet is filled with clothes that 80% of which haven’t had air time in years?!  Why is my fridge full of food of which most will spoil before it’s eaten?  What is the root of this feeling of of lack?  Where does this human behavior come from?  Fear of not having enough?  Not having the faith in the Universe, in God, in the Divine that we will be provided for or maybe it has something to do with the abundance of mass marketing that goes on in our culture?  Are we brainwashed by the constant junk mail, commercials, media, and emails all flashing tempting messages that we should buy the latest product and somehow it will make us happier, healthier, skinnier or more whole?  After much thought I’ve concluded that its probably a combo of many things and I can’t do much about that except be more careful with the things I expose myself to and have Faith in the Universe that I will be taken care of.  I’ve also come to the realization that it doesn't really matter why.  What matters is that I see the cycle of consuming more than I need to, and that it’s not making me a better or happier person. It’s just perpetuating the cycle of buying more product and creating more waste.  It’s just not sustainable.  It is downright irresponsible and I really want to make a shift.

Let’s relate this to Aparigraha the 5th Yama (Daily Observance) of the 8 limbs of yoga.  It means non-coveting or non-hoarding.  In my own life I have seen myself being greedy both in my personal life as well as in Asana.  If only I can conquer manipulating my body in some crazy contortion- then I’ll be happy. Then I’ll be worthy.  I’ve learned the hard way through experience of trying to master many poses and jamming my body into poses before I was ready, that it doesn't make you happier or better.  It actually breaks the body down and creates damage.  We practice Yoga to Unite our body, minds, and spirit in a holistic way that nourishes us and creates wellness and vibrance.  Being greedy in Asana does not foster that idea.  So how can we practice Yoga in a way that we are growing and taking what we need while at the same time offering our own gifts and talents out selflessly?  How can we practice Yoga in a way that is sustainable, not over consume in Asana and literally waste our bodies and energy?  In my own practice and teaching this week I’ve been offering myself and my students a practice that has many options.  What if we entertained the idea of practicing as a offering rather than to consume the practice?  What if we took ourselves only 1/2 way into the pose?  What if we stopped before the edge?  Instead of trying to get "better", what if we recognized that we are already outstanding and what we have already is completely whole and overflowing with abundance?  The greatest teaching of Yoga is chit ananda, the recognition of bliss.  It’s not something to be attained by overdoing.  It’s something to be recognized when we soften our bodies and hearts enough to feel it and see it.  If we are grasping and struggling we lose the sensitivity to realize that everything we need we have, it’s inside us.  It’s not our job, it’s not our clothes, its not handstand.  It’s in the very essence of each and everyone of our hearts.

I’ve been trying to clear out some of the clutter in my own life so that I can feel that wholeness in my own heart with more clarity.  Off the matt I’ve given bags of clothes to charity, knowing someone else really needs those clothes.  I’ve cleaned out the fridge and I'm being more careful about how much food I buy.  I’ve also created a sankalpa or intention to consume less and create more!  This blog is meant to begin a conversation with ourselves and each other.  To remind one another that we are loved and whole that there is no need to overdo, over consume, or waste.  We can shift together in a way that has a more creative, life affirming impact on our communities and on our planet.  This is advanced Yoga....only for professionals!

Please post your own ideas on how to consume less and create more both on the mat and into the REAL world.

I’ll start the list and we can co-collaborate:
  1. RECYCLE EVERYTHING
  2. COMPOST (talk to compost master, Laura Loreni)
  3. LISTEN MORE (sometimes we(I) hoard conversation)
  4. BE ON TIME (don’t waste peoples time)
  5. PURCHASE ONLY ECO FRIENDLY PRODUCTS (too expensive? skip the $5 Starbucks latte)
  6. I’m not going to be greedy with the list... you take it from here.
  Saprema (in love), Amy
]]> consume-less-blog

I have been really blessed.  I grew up surrounded by a loving family and parents who provided me with more than I needed or deserved.  They not only gave me love, but accepted me and encouraged me to be creative and be myself.  I have always had more than enough in life, so why would a person like myself still feel the need to over consume?   I’m not talking about food although I can definitely relate to a belly ache after over indulging.  Why is it that I light up at the thought of a new pair of yoga pants that look exactly the same as the 20 I already own? ...Oh, but these are this springs latest color!   Why is it that my closet is filled with clothes that 80% of which haven’t had air time in years?!  Why is my fridge full of food of which most will spoil before it’s eaten?  What is the root of this feeling of of lack?  Where does this human behavior come from?  Fear of not having enough?  Not having the faith in the Universe, in God, in the Divine that we will be provided for or maybe it has something to do with the abundance of mass marketing that goes on in our culture?  Are we brainwashed by the constant junk mail, commercials, media, and emails all flashing tempting messages that we should buy the latest product and somehow it will make us happier, healthier, skinnier or more whole?  After much thought I’ve concluded that its probably a combo of many things and I can’t do much about that except be more careful with the things I expose myself to and have Faith in the Universe that I will be taken care of.  I’ve also come to the realization that it doesn't really matter why.  What matters is that I see the cycle of consuming more than I need to, and that it’s not making me a better or happier person. It’s just perpetuating the cycle of buying more product and creating more waste.  It’s just not sustainable.  It is downright irresponsible and I really want to make a shift.

Let’s relate this to Aparigraha the 5th Yama (Daily Observance) of the 8 limbs of yoga.  It means non-coveting or non-hoarding.  In my own life I have seen myself being greedy both in my personal life as well as in Asana.  If only I can conquer manipulating my body in some crazy contortion- then I’ll be happy. Then I’ll be worthy.  I’ve learned the hard way through experience of trying to master many poses and jamming my body into poses before I was ready, that it doesn't make you happier or better.  It actually breaks the body down and creates damage.  We practice Yoga to Unite our body, minds, and spirit in a holistic way that nourishes us and creates wellness and vibrance.  Being greedy in Asana does not foster that idea.  So how can we practice Yoga in a way that we are growing and taking what we need while at the same time offering our own gifts and talents out selflessly?  How can we practice Yoga in a way that is sustainable, not over consume in Asana and literally waste our bodies and energy?  In my own practice and teaching this week I’ve been offering myself and my students a practice that has many options.  What if we entertained the idea of practicing as a offering rather than to consume the practice?  What if we took ourselves only 1/2 way into the pose?  What if we stopped before the edge?  Instead of trying to get "better", what if we recognized that we are already outstanding and what we have already is completely whole and overflowing with abundance?  The greatest teaching of Yoga is chit ananda, the recognition of bliss.  It’s not something to be attained by overdoing.  It’s something to be recognized when we soften our bodies and hearts enough to feel it and see it.  If we are grasping and struggling we lose the sensitivity to realize that everything we need we have, it’s inside us.  It’s not our job, it’s not our clothes, its not handstand.  It’s in the very essence of each and everyone of our hearts.

I’ve been trying to clear out some of the clutter in my own life so that I can feel that wholeness in my own heart with more clarity.  Off the matt I’ve given bags of clothes to charity, knowing someone else really needs those clothes.  I’ve cleaned out the fridge and I'm being more careful about how much food I buy.  I’ve also created a sankalpa or intention to consume less and create more!  This blog is meant to begin a conversation with ourselves and each other.  To remind one another that we are loved and whole that there is no need to overdo, over consume, or waste.  We can shift together in a way that has a more creative, life affirming impact on our communities and on our planet.  This is advanced Yoga....only for professionals!

Please post your own ideas on how to consume less and create more both on the mat and into the REAL world.

I’ll start the list and we can co-collaborate:
  1. RECYCLE EVERYTHING
  2. COMPOST (talk to compost master, Laura Loreni)
  3. LISTEN MORE (sometimes we(I) hoard conversation)
  4. BE ON TIME (don’t waste peoples time)
  5. PURCHASE ONLY ECO FRIENDLY PRODUCTS (too expensive? skip the $5 Starbucks latte)
  6. I’m not going to be greedy with the list... you take it from here.
  Saprema (in love), Amy
]]> http://amypastore.com/consume-less-create-more/feed 3 Step Out of Your Comfort Zone http://amypastore.com/step-out-of-your-comfort-zone http://amypastore.com/step-out-of-your-comfort-zone#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:15:57 +0000 freddy http://amypastore.com/?p=313 Amy and Meg headshot

Step out of your comfort zone - Make the effort to take the journey While living in Chiang Mai, Thailand as a ‘yogi farang’, I had the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone in New Jersey and experience a very different culture and way of life.  Along this journey, I've made some meaningful new friendships and deepened a few that began during last year’s trip. When we move beyond our comfort zone, we find at first that it's unfamiliar and even a bit scary.  But soon the discomfort becomes easeful and there is an expansion that perhaps we never thought was possible. We all have yoga poses that are so familiar to us that when we practice them we feel like we are in a conversation with an old friend.  Sometimes we get reluctant to go farther in a pose, a deeper variation, or try something we've never done because we feel safe and secure right where we are.  Off the mat, we may not reach out to make new friends and engage socially because we feel content with the friends we have.  Both our mind and bodies tend to latch on to what’s familiar and we can get stuck; reluctant to stretch, twist or reach in new directions. If we recognize this and make the effort to explore with a receptive heart, we can find new life experiences in faraway places.  When we see that the unease of moving beyond our comfort zone is temporary, we can go further and open ourselves up to the freshness of new people, cultures and ways of living. This is what my time in Chiang Mai has gifted me this year; connections with wonderful new people, and a few new friendships that are truly special. If we approach our mat with the same awareness, we can find new ways of expressing ourselves in our asana that we once thought were out of our reach, too exotic or too far away for us to experience.  Anything is possible. Take the journey...      ]]> Amy and Meg headshot

Step out of your comfort zone - Make the effort to take the journey While living in Chiang Mai, Thailand as a ‘yogi farang’, I had the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone in New Jersey and experience a very different culture and way of life.  Along this journey, I've made some meaningful new friendships and deepened a few that began during last year’s trip. When we move beyond our comfort zone, we find at first that it's unfamiliar and even a bit scary.  But soon the discomfort becomes easeful and there is an expansion that perhaps we never thought was possible. We all have yoga poses that are so familiar to us that when we practice them we feel like we are in a conversation with an old friend.  Sometimes we get reluctant to go farther in a pose, a deeper variation, or try something we've never done because we feel safe and secure right where we are.  Off the mat, we may not reach out to make new friends and engage socially because we feel content with the friends we have.  Both our mind and bodies tend to latch on to what’s familiar and we can get stuck; reluctant to stretch, twist or reach in new directions. If we recognize this and make the effort to explore with a receptive heart, we can find new life experiences in faraway places.  When we see that the unease of moving beyond our comfort zone is temporary, we can go further and open ourselves up to the freshness of new people, cultures and ways of living. This is what my time in Chiang Mai has gifted me this year; connections with wonderful new people, and a few new friendships that are truly special. If we approach our mat with the same awareness, we can find new ways of expressing ourselves in our asana that we once thought were out of our reach, too exotic or too far away for us to experience.  Anything is possible. Take the journey...      ]]> http://amypastore.com/step-out-of-your-comfort-zone/feed 0 Heart and the Art of Being Apart http://amypastore.com/heart-and-the-art-of-being-apart http://amypastore.com/heart-and-the-art-of-being-apart#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:20:42 +0000 Amy http://amypastore.com/?p=233 freddy and Amy_small

I'm In Thailand teaching yoga and studying Thai massage.  I have been away  from my family for a month now and really missing my loved ones at home in NJ, particularly my husband Freddy.   I find myself being reminded of him all the time. What would Freddy say in this situation? What would Freddy think of this experience?  I know him so well I can easily guess and enjoy the amusement of imagining how different situations would play out if my other half were by my side. We can all relate to the feeling of missing our dear ones when there is a physical separation. When we have a deep bond in relationship and are apart for a long time, the heart will long to be reunited as it recalls the sweetness of love.  Thoughts and memories are reminders that keep us close on a spiritual level even though we may be physically apart from each other. How does that relate to our physical yoga practice? Let's look at the posture hanumanasana (split). One leg extends out forward in one direction while the other reaches back in the opposite direction.  They could not be farther apart but at the same time we draw the legs in toward the midline.  Each leg literally hugs in towards the other (muscular energy). There is a remembrance of relationship, a magnetic quality that creates integrity in the pose. This action aligns the hips and pelvis optimally, while protecting the joints and muscles from being stressed.  It creates a safer, more supported expansion allowing the practitioner to move more deeply into the posture. It is a metaphor for the way we can choose to support and inspire the people we love as they pursue there own individual expansion.  Honoring and remembering one another even when we are apart. The heart has an infinite power to create a bond that can endure any distance. Saprema, Amy]]> freddy and Amy_small

I'm In Thailand teaching yoga and studying Thai massage.  I have been away  from my family for a month now and really missing my loved ones at home in NJ, particularly my husband Freddy.   I find myself being reminded of him all the time. What would Freddy say in this situation? What would Freddy think of this experience?  I know him so well I can easily guess and enjoy the amusement of imagining how different situations would play out if my other half were by my side. We can all relate to the feeling of missing our dear ones when there is a physical separation. When we have a deep bond in relationship and are apart for a long time, the heart will long to be reunited as it recalls the sweetness of love.  Thoughts and memories are reminders that keep us close on a spiritual level even though we may be physically apart from each other. How does that relate to our physical yoga practice? Let's look at the posture hanumanasana (split). One leg extends out forward in one direction while the other reaches back in the opposite direction.  They could not be farther apart but at the same time we draw the legs in toward the midline.  Each leg literally hugs in towards the other (muscular energy). There is a remembrance of relationship, a magnetic quality that creates integrity in the pose. This action aligns the hips and pelvis optimally, while protecting the joints and muscles from being stressed.  It creates a safer, more supported expansion allowing the practitioner to move more deeply into the posture. It is a metaphor for the way we can choose to support and inspire the people we love as they pursue there own individual expansion.  Honoring and remembering one another even when we are apart. The heart has an infinite power to create a bond that can endure any distance. Saprema, Amy]]> http://amypastore.com/heart-and-the-art-of-being-apart/feed 5 The Lotus Flower, A Metaphor for Life http://amypastore.com/the-lotus-flower http://amypastore.com/the-lotus-flower#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:56:55 +0000 Amy http://amypastore.com/?p=118 Lotus flower

The Lotus Flower grows deep in the muddy waters, far away from the sun. In time the Lotus reaches the light and transforms into a beautiful flower. It is regarded in many different cultures as a symbol of purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration and rebirth. The lotus plant is able to draw nourishment from the murky waters to present a beautiful flower. The potential for that bloom lies hidden deep within the core of the plant well before it's unfolding. Its characteristics are a perfect metaphor for the human condition. We forget that we are divine beings. We have our own seed of potential within our hearts. We can all relate to feeling stuck in the mud at times, life's challenges and times of struggle. It's easy to recognize how we can be inspired by our positive experiences, when life is easeful and clear. The lotus flower reminds us that even in situations that are well… lets say a bit muddy, or difficult we have the freedom to choose how we view those experiences. There is enormous power in the view. We can pull something from every experience, even the toughest challenges, that can help us to grow. Our obstacles can be looked at accepted and transformed into openings. We have the power to juice from them, something potent that will bring us closer to remembering our true nature and foster that process of unfolding.  Without the mud we would not have the experiences necessary for our own growth. When we awaken to the idea that we create our own reality based on how we  view the world, we choose to grow to reach towards the light and bloom. We catch a glimpse of that Pure Goodness, inside us and it literally becomes us.]]> Lotus flower

The Lotus Flower grows deep in the muddy waters, far away from the sun. In time the Lotus reaches the light and transforms into a beautiful flower. It is regarded in many different cultures as a symbol of purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration and rebirth. The lotus plant is able to draw nourishment from the murky waters to present a beautiful flower. The potential for that bloom lies hidden deep within the core of the plant well before it's unfolding. Its characteristics are a perfect metaphor for the human condition. We forget that we are divine beings. We have our own seed of potential within our hearts. We can all relate to feeling stuck in the mud at times, life's challenges and times of struggle. It's easy to recognize how we can be inspired by our positive experiences, when life is easeful and clear. The lotus flower reminds us that even in situations that are well… lets say a bit muddy, or difficult we have the freedom to choose how we view those experiences. There is enormous power in the view. We can pull something from every experience, even the toughest challenges, that can help us to grow. Our obstacles can be looked at accepted and transformed into openings. We have the power to juice from them, something potent that will bring us closer to remembering our true nature and foster that process of unfolding.  Without the mud we would not have the experiences necessary for our own growth. When we awaken to the idea that we create our own reality based on how we  view the world, we choose to grow to reach towards the light and bloom. We catch a glimpse of that Pure Goodness, inside us and it literally becomes us.]]> http://amypastore.com/the-lotus-flower/feed 0 Welcome to the new site http://amypastore.com/welcome-to-the-new-site http://amypastore.com/welcome-to-the-new-site#comments Sat, 03 Dec 2011 21:15:09 +0000 admin http://amypastore.com/?p=203 Thanks for visiting the new amypastore.com. Hope you enjoy!

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