Monday, March 23, 2015

ONE "Green" Recipe

My husband says, "These taste like bananas!"  Thank you to my "little friend" who shared this GREEN Muffin Recipe.

2 c flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp finely ground salt
1/2 c applesauce
3/4 c syrup
3/4 c milk
1/4 c melted coconut oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
5-6 oz baby spinach, pureed
2 med, ripe bananas, mashed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Whisk flour, baking powder, soda & salt.  In blender, blend applesauce, syrup, milk, oil, vanilla & spinach.  Add spinach mixture to flour.  Stir together.  Fold bananas.  Bake 25 minutes.  Store in fridge for ~4-5 days or freeze.  Yields 48 mini muffins (24 regular)!

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Sunday, March 22, 2015

Books to MOVE You!

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Flora and the Flamingo by Molly Idle
A bathing beauty named Flora dances with a flamingo in this innovative, wordless book.  She begins nonchalantly copying the moves of her long legged friend, but the bird does not appreciate the imitation of his moves.  The partners do sort out the problem and dance elegantly together.  The lift flaps are fun for little fingers, and the story is sure to make a splash with your yogis!  Several pages are yoga moves—balances and folds—you can incorporate in the practice.  Partner poses will be fun to celebrate the cooperation and synchronicity of the dance.  The illustrations are lovely, and you can follow up with Flora in the sequel, Flora and the Penguin.  Friendship IS a dance.  This book captures the ups and downs of relationship with grace and beauty.

View the Book Demo

Who Hops? by Katie Davis
The happy, simple, brightly colored illustrations captivate the reader!  The impossibilities of cows hopping and rhinos flying creates laughter for the small and the tall.  How cool to be the one critter who can hop, fly, slither, swim and crawl?!  It’s fun to read, move and breathe with this book.  

Clap Your Hands by Lorinda Bryan Cauley
Need a “5 Minute Yoga Break?”  Pick up this book and read the story to get young yogis moving and ready to focus.  This book reads like a dance.  Maybe you can’t “do” every line in the book, but it’s sure to “wake you up” so you’re ready for anything!

From Head to Toe by Eric Carle
Mira shares this good book in her trainings.  Kiddos move their bodies from top to the bottom, pretending to be an animal with each movement.  Have the little ones repeat the affirmative language “I can do it!” after each movement, just like in the book. Another good “5 Minute Yoga Break” kind of story!

Wiggle Waggle by Jonathan London
How does a duck walk?  How does a bear walk?  Explore how a variety of animals ambulate.  The onomatopoeia (sounds of the walking) give voice to the different movements.  These will be fun to say as you walk like the animals.  This story may inspire a fun relay race?  Which animals were built for speed?  What’s your favorite way to walk?  

And after you “Wiggle Waggle” you can “Wiggle Your Waggles Away” with Raffi!  This fun song converted to story is another great movement break.  Sheet music is included at the end of the book or you can Google the song and listen to Raffi sing in concert:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IffAIq-jOdI
Shake My Sillies Out is another good book to get kiddos moving and then ready for a quieter, more focused activity.

Move! by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page
Each movement described in the wonderous book is connected from one animal to the next.  Steve Jenkins collaborates with his wife, Robin Page, to once again create a winning combination for science and children.  His eye popping cut- and torn-paper collage illustrations are uniquely realistic and intriguing.    The facts included at the end of the book are fascinating to follow up with more information on each animal.  “Action is the name of the game, so Move!

This is a simple, prereader story that encourages your young yogis to read “without even looking at the book!”  The repetitive text explores how Bee the Bee, Bird the Bird, and Bat the Bat can fly.  How about Rhino the Rhino?  Rhino maybe couldn’t fly in Who Hops? by Katie Davis but the surprise ending in this book shares how Rhino the Rhino can fly!  Be sure to take note of Cat the Cat in Warrior 3 on the dedication page.  Yes, we ALL can fly!

Have fun MOOOving!  SMALL movements, like turning the pages of a good book, make a BIG impact on ALL brains and bodies.  Namaste!



3, TWO, 1

TWO more days until "Family Yoga with the World's Tallest Leprechaun!" TWO more reasons you should play with Mrs. Broam on Tuesday, 3/24, 5:15-6:15:  (1) parents and (2) children.  Families need time for bonding.  Parents and children need opportunities to connect.  Yoga provides this while working your body and decluttering your mind so you can be flexible for life!  Yoga is physically, mentally, and emotionally beneficial for all ages.  Yoga helps a family better understand one another.  

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Saturday, March 21, 2015

The Power of THREE

A shamrock has three leaves.  In the 5th century, St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the Christian doctrine of the Trinity--God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.  

Mrs. Broam is thinking of three reasons to try Family Yoga on Tuesday night!  

(1) Family Yoga creates opportunity for conversation.  Yoga classes challenge and inspire.  Parents and children have great ideas to talk about after doing a practice together.

(2)  Yoga is for EVERY body.  The practice develops balance and confidence, reinforcing healthy body image for all.

(3)  A family yoga class is an invitation for relaxation and rest!  A family that takes a break from busy-ness, breathes and focuses on good health habits together is generally a happier and healthier family.  

Ready to sign up? Click here: http://goo.gl/forms/ZAKummrKlz

Want to know more about the benefits of Family Yoga?  http://www.active.com/kids/parenting-and-family/articles/the-benefits-of-family-yoga

Have other questions? BEE in touch!

Thursday, March 19, 2015

World's Tallest Leprechaun

You're invited to Family Yoga with the World's Tallest Leprechaun on Tuesday, March 24 @ Pisgah Lutheran Church!  The class is 5:15-6:15, and we will be GOING GREEN together.  Families that breathe and move together are healthier and happier.  The cost is $10.00 for a parent and $5 for additional family members, with a $30 ceiling.  Come strengthen and s-t-r-e-t-c-h your bodies, brains and hearts with Mrs. Broam on Tuesday.  

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

WAHOO!


I completed my 95 hours of course study in September 2014 and last week I wrapped up my 30 hours teaching experience with young yogis!  I'm now a REGISTERED Children's Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.  YEA!!  How can I help you and your family?  BEE in touch.

Monday, March 16, 2015

Anchors Away!

Today I shared "BEEing Anchored in Jesus" with fellow Pisgahians!  ALL are welcome aboard this adventure to live out the Easter promise Monday-Thursday, April 6-9 at Pisgah Lutheran Church.  If you've never tried yoga, here's your chance!  YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A PRETZEL.  Yoga is a lot like going to church--show up as you are and G-R-O-W!  The practice is an opportunity to be still, strengthen and stretch your body, brain and heart.  The focus on balance and breathing encourages you to be the healthy and happy child of God you are meant to be.  Need more info?  Contact D'Etta @ zipaDeeBee.com.  We'll set sail April 6,  8:00-9:00 for "people taller than me" and 10:00-12:00 for kiddos.  The series is $40 for adults and $80 for younguns.  Set sail for a happier, healthier you on Monday, April 6!   Ahoy, Mateys!


Thursday, March 5, 2015

Flora and the Flamingo

Flora and the Flamingo by Molly Idle

A bathing beauty named Flora dances with a flamingo in this innovative wordless book.  She begins nonchalantly copying the moves of her long legged friend, but the bird does not appreciate the admiration and imitation of his moves.  The partners do sort out the problem and dance elegantly together.  The lift flaps are fun for little fingers, and the story is sure to make a splash with your yogis!  Several pages are yoga moves—balances and folds—you can incorporate in the practice.  Partner poses will be fun to celebrate the cooperation and synchronicity of the dance.  The illustrations are lovely, and you can follow up with Flora in the sequel, Flora and the Penguin.  Friendship IS a dance.  This book captures the ups and downs of relationship with grace and beauty.

Buy it at Amazon

View the Book Demo

You can fly like a flamingo by squeezing your tummy and stamping a pretend footprint on the space behind you.  Reach the arms forward or back and FLY!

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

What's Next?


We have three more "Sweet Dreams Yoga" sessions in March!   In April, we'll do a "yoga camp" during the mornings of Spring Break, April 6-9, for the tall (8:00-9:00) and the small (10:00-12N)!  We'll be breaking from regularly scheduled yoga classes in May and June, and in July we'll have yoga camps (@ Pisgah & PHES) and pool yoga.  Weekly fun @ Pisgah will crank back up in August!