June 2005 Newsletter

Yoga Bound Travel Adventures:

Greetings from Bali, Indonesia

After taking a circuitous route from Bangkok, flying first to K.L. (Kuala Lumper, Malaysia), we arrived in Bali around 8:30 in the evening on June 14th. Though our trip had begun a month prior, it was only after we got to Bali that we felt a true sense of relaxation and peace. Thailand is wonderful. And we always enjoy our time spent there. But there is no place like Bali.

Having made visa arrangements in Bangkok, we by-passed the normal tourist line and were quickly through immigration. Our bags were waiting so we retrieved these, flashed our 'Nothing to Declare' cards to customs, and went to pre-pay for our taxi which took us, as is our tradition, to Bali Subak on Double 6 road in Legian. This is a nice place to spend a day or two while making arrangements for lodging suitable for an extended stay.

We picked up our bike the next day. A brand new one, from our friend Made. Then as luck would have it, we were riding down the beach and ran into an acquaintance. After exchanging greetings we said we were looking for lodging and she suggested a place we had never stayed before. We rode there immediately, but found they were full. Unusual as this is not high season. However, it turned out they were building a new place that would be ready July 1st. We rode to look at it and it was exactly what we wanted. Where we wanted. Synergy. It is great!

We were at Bali Subak for 8 more days. We spent our time doing yoga on the rooftop garden. Hanging out at the beach. Meeting up with friends. Our suppliers. And eating at all of our favorite restaurants. Daily we were over to our new lodging to see if there was anyway to move in sooner. They worked on our unit and we moved in on the 22nd, much earlier than we had expected. Take a look at our Bali villa!

For years we have been looking for property. This year is no exception. In the process we have met builders and architects, and the like. Last Saturday an architect from Australia invited us to his place. We met a lot of really down to earth people that had been in Bali for quite some time. I was invited to the BIWA (Bali Indonesia Women's Association) luncheon held once a month. Again, synergy at work, as the only meeting of the month was that Thursday. So I went. And I met a lot of creative women that I would like to get to know better.

It has been some time since my last newsletter. And a lot has happened. While I was home from November-April, my yoga classes continued. And we had many fun, and interesting workshops. I also organized a yoga retreat to Costa Rica in April 2006 in response to people wanting something closer to home. We already have five people signed up. And only need five more for this to be a reality. If you are interested, we would love to have you. If you help us promote this, and/or sign anyone up, you will receive up to 10% off your own trip. It is a win-win.

Yoga Bound continues to work in progress. Check out our new home page. And last November I launched a new website, Sarong Boutique as our customer base has expanded beyond the yoga community. It is a wonderful opportunity, and I have had inquiries from many people all over the U.S. wanting to be a part of this new adventure.

Internet here is quite slow. But I will do my best to get a newsletter out once a month. I miss you, my friends and family. My Tuesday and Thursday classes at the Y, as this group of dedicated yogi's keeps me motivated, and inspired. And my wonderful customers that support what I do so that I can continue to teach yoga. Each of you holds a special place in my life. And my heart. And for this I am thankful. And grateful.

Much love, and blessings to you all.

Deb

Yoga Bound New Products:

We are in the process of developing our Spring 2006 line. And will have all our classics, plus all new products available for delivery by mid-November. So keep us in mind for unique items for the Christmas shopping season. As well as for your beach season beginning February.

Choose from beautiful one-of-a-kind hand crafted pieces of jewelry, to yoga bags, aromatherapy eye pillows, yoga pants, yoga tops, yoga sarongs, batik sarongs, ethnic sarongs, native sarongs, eastern themed sarongs, beach wear, casual wear, resort wear and more. We have really 'Cool Stuff to Buy' at Yoga Bound. And  Sarong Boutique. Your boutiques for exquisite merchandise, retail and wholesale.  

Yoga Bound Yoga Retreats:

Whether you are looking for an adventure, a cultural experience, relaxation, a growth experience, a chance to tone your body, or learn relaxation techniques, our yoga retreats are truly a once in a lifetime experience. We look forward to having you join us for Yoga in Bali in the summer of 2006. And Yoga in Thailand in the fall.

Yoga Bound Reciprocal Link Exchange:

Marketing is a key component to success. Working together we can raise the awareness of what we do, and who we are. If you are interested in this free listing, you can find out more information here.

If you have a retail shop, we would appreciate the chance to work with you by providing our stylish, functional, and unique products to help accelerate your revenue.

Yoga Bound seeks your articles, quotes, recipes, etc.:

We are always in the process of enhancing our sites through design, articles, quotes, etc. I know we are all busy, but I invite you when you can, to share any information you feel would be beneficial. Write an article. Or, send us something that you found especially touching, inspiring, or informative. Or, submit your favorite healthy recipe.

Ninaya-Seek what the heart loves!

Deb

Debra, and Roger Bobier
Certified, and Registered (YA-500 hour) Yoga Teachers
YogaBound.com
debbobier@yogabound.com
www.yogabound.com
www.sarongboutique.com