Teen Yoga and Jane Austen

My yoga instructor is starting a teen night for girls every Wednesday night. Knowing I work with teenagers she encouraged me to think of anyone I might like to "mentor" and bring with me. I approached one of my field hockey players who is a wonderful young woman right before her English class. She is on the cusp of becoming someone terrific, with a little help. When I invited her to yoga, her face lit up and she was thrilled to be asked. I feel like she gave ME a present today. What a great feeling.

I also received a gift today. My friend Tasha made me a "book of hope". It was beautiful, and so thoughtful. Full of inspirational quotations. She is a huge fan of Jane Austen, so I am searching out the Jane Austen graphic novel for her tonight. I can't wait to see her face tomorrow.