Yoga for me is a place where I connect with myself but also
with people who I love. Together we inspire each other to follow our passions. Yoga is more than our physical practice on the mat. Below some of what is currently inspiring me.
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“There is something wonderfully bold and liberating about saying yes to our entire imperfect and messy life. With even a glimmer of that possibility joy rushed in,” Tara Brach
Such a great weekend with these amazing adventurous yogis 🧘 If you would like stay in the loop for the next retreat , sign up for my newsletter at www.layoga.net. Thanks to @blaneyspayoga for hosting us & to @jennygonthegoagain for the amazing massages. #yogaretreat #yogaireland #breathe #restorativeyoga #ireland #fermanagh #northernireland #rest #selfcare
Mags❤️❤️❤️ #internationalwomensday #mom #love #family
Let the swimming season begin 🥰🥰🥰 #seaswimming #nofilterneeded #howth #mentalhealth #lucky
Spring Yoga Retreat 🌼🌺🍀🌼🌸🌺🌸🌻🌹💐🌼🌻. 31 March - 3 April 2022
Blaney cottages and yoga centre Fermanagh
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Step back from your life and UNPLUG!
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3 nights accommodation. 6 yoga classes including Vinyasa flow and Restorative yoga
Delicious 😋 healthy meals
Spa and sauna on site
Hiking
Lake swimming
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Single and shared rooms available
DM me for more details or to book in. #yogaretreatireland #yogaireland #breathe #selfcare #relax #belfast #northernireland #giftyourself #meditation #yoganidra #restorativeyoga #vinyasayoga
There’s a few spaces left on my 3 night spring retreat.
Rest. Renew. Pause. Explore.
These are all words that come to mind when I think of taking the time to retreat.
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I would love ❤️ for you to join me on my next yoga 🧘🏻♀️ retreat in Fermanagh 31 March to 3 April. Thursday - Sunday
What’s included:
- Morning vinyasa yoga to explore your practice in a more ‘workshop’ environment
- Evening restorative yoga and yoga Nidra
- Delicious healthy vegetarian meals
- Access to the spa and sauna
- Time to unwind, journal, read your favorite book and just BE ❤️
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Contact me at layoga.net for more information or DM me here ❤️❤️❤️❤️ #yogaireland #yogaretreat #breathe #relax #selfcare #loveyoga #yogabelfast
Self Care Weekend @yogaquarter
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12 & 13 February 2022
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You might not know this about me, but I LOVE to host people whether it’s at my table for dinner or a weekend away on a retreat.
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This is the best of both worlds. Join me for a half day retreat where we start with an active hike in Redburn forest. Post hike, we head back to YQ and enjoy some tea and healthy snacks. This is followed by a comprehensive all around feel good flow with restorative yoga and a delightful yoga Nidra to end.
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That’s not all. We finish off the day with some nourishing warm healthy food and a wee goodie bag to take home with you.
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Book your spot @yogaquarter.com #yogaretreat #breathe #nature #belfastyoga #irelandyoga #bliss #selfcare
Thanks @bradleycollective and @shanebreslin_hair for making a gal feel super special🥰🥰🥰 #hairstyles #salon #belfast #ireland #feelgood #loveyourself
What a delight to hike the mountains and spend time with my old friend @geoffreyarend and his sweet fur baby Zuzu🐶 #losangeles #griffithobservatory #friendship #nofilterneeded
This 88 year old legend is back visiting and it’s never boring😂 #dad #family #ireland #belfast #hiking
GRATEFUL doesn’t begin to describe how I feel about these friends and this much needed visit back to my second home #losangeles #friendship #love #thanksgiving
Salsa dancing in an Irish ☘️ bar on my last night in LA. Thanks to my chosen family of friends who I love to the moon and back for making this trip simply unforgettable🥰🥰🥰 #friends #losangeles #grateful #chosenfamily #salsadancing
Harry the hummingbird is back! Thanks to my dear friends @stevenericfowler and @karilmiller for letting me crash with you guys❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #wildlife #venicebeach #friendship
A twenty year friendship with @ashleyturner1 and her miracle baby Bodhi ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #friends #loveyou #venicebeach #abbotkinney
What a wonderful weekend with an incredible group of women. I feel sooooo lucky 🍀 #yogaretreat #yoga #breathe #yogaireland #northernireland #friends
Feeling so lucky & grateful to stay with friends @stevenericfowler whose garden attracts such beautiful wildlife. #hummingbirds #california #venicebeach
Just two spots left for Abide In Stillness today @_flow.yoga Hill Street! 6/11/21 2-4:30PM. Enjoy herbal tea and my famous energy balls covered in dark chocolate after the workshop! #restorativeyoga #rest #breathe #yoga #yogaireland
Back in California with my besties!!! My girl @coopreport had an auspicious birthday and I managed to keep it a surprise that I was showing up! I’m filled with so much love and gratitude for my chosen family of friends! #bestiesforlife #friendship #loveyou #california #venicebeach
Life is better with dogs ❤️ #furbaby #dogsofinstagram #lovedogs
Belfast folks…. Please join me for a 2.5 hour workshop @_flow.yoga Hill street this Saturday 6th November. Get comfy and cosy and make your way into a cocoon of restorative yoga. #restorativeyoga #yogaireland #yiganidra #hygge #cosy
Belfast friends... what are you doing today? If you’ve not much on there’s still a few spots left on my half-day retreat. Hiking in Redburn, then a big comprehensive yoga practice, followed by a delicious feast made by yours truly😍 Join for all or just part of it!!! DM me if you’re interested🧘🏻♀️😍🙏#yogabelfast #yogaireland
Happy Halloween!! 👻#witchesofinstagram #halloween #witches #nofilter
Mag and Tony, 1966. Happy 55 year anniversary to these two legends🥳💯❤️. I most definitely won the parent lotto!!! #parents #grateful #wedding #anniversary #legends
Feeling windswept and interesting after getting the hair cut and coloured @bradleycollective & @shanebreslin_hair #hairstyles #haircut #selfie
Just four spots remaining on my half day retreat!! When:
2nd October 12-6pm
Where:
Hike in Redburn and then a comprehensive yoga class including vinyasa, restorative, and Nidra.
@_flow.yoga Holywood
Food:
I provide energy balls and coffee post hike and then salad and pizza 🍕 post yoga
What’s in it for you?
A sense of adventure and community. It’s also an opportunity to explore your practice of mindfulness, breath, and movement with no rush.
Investment:
Just £50 for the whole experience 🥰. DM me to book your spot #yogaIreland #yogaretreat #yogabelfast #loveyoga #breath
The lineup for this Sunday’s yoga jam. This will be such a fun day. Use the promo code YOGAJAM for 20% off your ticket. Book @yogaquarter in linktree #yogabelfast #yogaireland #yoga
Happy International Dog Day!!!! My two boys Whiskey and Django 🐕🐕 #dogsofinstagram #tibetanspaniel #cavalierkingcharlesspaniel #furbaby #petsofinstagram #loveyourdog
Friends, family, love, and laughter this weekend 🥰 #friends #family #love #lucky
I’ve been so lucky to be friends with this incredible woman @sonyatighe for over 30 years. We may live on different continents now but we just pick right back up where we left off, feeling extremely blessed and lucky 🍀❤️🙏 #friends #lucky #bff #friendship #family #ireland #skerries
My first birthday present 🎁 was this big man showing up. @kevinpkearns has been one of the dearest friends of my life. I laugh 😂 sooooo much when we are together. Love you brother ❤️ #family #brothers #friendship #birthday
Half Day Retreat!!!
Saturday 21/8/21 12-6pm
Hike in Redburn, followed by a long practice that includes vinyasa, restorative and yoga Nidra in @_flow.yoga Holywood. Ending it all with pizza, my homemade salad and of course a bit of craic (fun). DM me for details, just a few spots left! £50 for the whole experience ❤️ #yogabelfast #yogaireland #breathe #happy #retreat #yogaretreat
Thank you Italy 🇮🇹 for this much needed break ❤️ 📷 @amypoliero #lucca #italy #rest #nofilterneeded
Soar & Restore @yogaquarter in person next Saturday 24th of July 2-4 pm. I’m so excited to collaborate with my friend and teacher @yoga.universal We hope you can join us. Just a few spaces left 😍 #yogapractice #restorativeyoga #breathe #yogaireland #yogaworks
I have actively avoided this pose (urdhva dhanurasana) for my twenty years of practice. Learning different hand placement and stride in my 300 hour training with @jason_crandell has been so unbelievably helpful for my practice and hopefully my teaching. PS you might have guessed but I’m currently not in Belfast 🤣 thanks to the lovely @amypoliero for taking the video #yoga #breath #backbend #challenge #yogatraining #italy #happy #yogaireland #nofilterneeded
Hanging with my boys 🐕🐕 on my 64th dip of 2021! Feeling soooo #grateful #beachlife #takinginthegood #breathe #dogsofinstagram #dogmom
This legend is 88 years young today!! Love you dad ❤️ #family #dad #love #birthday
Happy International Yoga Day & Summer Solstice ☀️I’m so grateful to @yogaquarter & @_flow.yoga for welcoming me into the local yoga community 😍🙏#yogaforlife #yogaforbeginners #yoga#belfast #yogaireland #breathe #grateful
Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra @yogaquarter Sunday 20/6/21 2-4 PM. It’s not too late to gift yourself total rest and comfort. There are just a few spots left!!!! #restorativeyoga #comfort #yogapractice #belfast #irelandyoga #breathe
Happy Sunday! Thanks for the photo @eleanor.steane #dogsofinstagram #tibetanspaniel #cavalierkingcharlesspaniel #forestwalk #ireland #nofilter
Cozy Sunday by the fire 🔥 #grateful #ireland🇮🇪 #fireplace
Can’t wait to see you all back in the studio @yogaquarter
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Tuesday’s 10 AM vinyasa Flow
Thursday’s 5:30 PM Slow Flow
Friday’s 12:30 Restorative & Yoga Nidra
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Evening wind down ONLINE Resthome and Yoga Nidra class is moving to Tuesday’s 8:15PM on Zoom #yogaforall #yogaireland #yogabelfast #breathe #grateful #community
It’s a glorious day to get out and play! #ireland🇮🇪 #belfast #dogsofinstagram #tibetanspaniel #grateful #forestwalks
Latest member of ‘the real housewives of London’ 🤣🤣🤣 having an amazing time connecting with friends and family. Loving this shop I found @pinklemonsboutique where I got the fab kimono I’m wearing. #london #family #chihuahua #deerheadchihuahua #silk #kimono
Still working on handstand 20 years into my practice. I guess that’s why they call it a practice:) I’m very grateful to be able to pursue my 300 hour training with @jason_crandell and am so looking forward to sharing what I’ve learned. #yogaforeverybody #breathe #handstand #doyourbest #practice #inversion
Tuning in from Southern California!!!! 🌞🌼🌞My Tuesday 5:30 pm class @yogaquarter is being covered by one of my dear friends and teachers @yoga.universal . I am so excited that Jessica is stepping in to cover as I embark on my 500 hour training with @jason_crandell #yogapractice #belfast #irelandyoga #gratefulheart #friendship
Swim #41 of 2021 so far. Whiskey and Django keeping me company on my solo swim #seaswimmjng #coldwaterswimming #coldwatertherapy #ireland🇮🇪 #northernireland #beachlife #tibetanspaniel
This legend at 87 years young taking the climb at Redburn country park. What a gift to spend over a week with my dad Tony and try my best to keep up with him🤣❤️🤩. #elders #respectelders #walkingforhealth #walking #forest #forestwalks #ireland🇮🇪 #northernireland #belfast #parent
Happy Earth Day 🌏 thanks for the phots @thetormeister and the friendship ❤️#coldwaterswimming #mamaearth #therapy #nofilterneeded #friendship #sunrisephotography #sunrise #ireland🇮🇪 #belfast
Gift yourself Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra. Join me this Sunday for my workshop Abide in Stillness @yogaquarter ONLINE from 4-5:30 PM, 11/4/21. Learn to cultivate the skill of conscious relaxation and deep rest. I really hope to see you there 😍 #restorativeyoga #yoganidra #breathe #rest #yq2u
How Irish ☘️ can you get when you use a tea towel after your swim! There is a bathing suit underneath I promise. Thanks for taking the snap @otyogaclub what craic we had today with @sandraddowling #seaswimming #mentalhealth #coldtherapy #swimmingfun #womensupportingwomen
Happy March from these two 🐕🐕 #furbabies #dogsofinsta #gratefulheart #presentheart
Me at about 24 years old, living in NYC and trying to figure it all out 🤔. Thanks for the photo @little_home_by_the_sea and thanks to all the women who have been with me for this crazy ride. I honestly don’t know where I would be without the incredible women in my life!!! #internationalwomensday #friends #womensupportingwomen #love
YQ2U ONLINE Yoga Day Retreat 21/2/21 @yogaquarter
Pause&Nourish
You are warmly invited to join Simone, Denis, Susan and Aoife for this online retreat this Sunday.
The day is made up of 4 practices
Awake with Simone - a nurturing slow flow to start your day incorporating gentle movement and morning meditation.
Emerge with Denis -a strong dynamic Vinyasa flow. Denis will guide you through an energising flow that encourages you to shed layers round your heart and emerge victorious and radiant in the posture of camatkarasana.
Enquire with Susan-a Yin practice where you are invited to dive deep into long held poses. This practice will help you to create space in your body and release any tension that you are holding.
Rest with Aoife-the perfect end to the day. Relax into some deeply restorative poses before being guided into yoga nidra the yoga of sleep.
In addition to these 4 practices you will receive a specially designed plant based menu for you to prepare at home, taking away any hassle of knowing what to eat during your day.
Please note that all practices will be recorded and you will have extended access to them for 1 week so you can keep pausing.
#yq2u #yogaretreat #breatheinbreatheout
Abide In Stillness: Hygge Style @_flow.yoga
Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra
When: Sunday 7th March 2pm - 3:30 PM GMT
Gather your blankets, sofa cushions, bed pillows and anything else you think will support you on your journey to conscious rest and ultimate ease. Light some candles, make sure your space is warm and cozy and allow the practice to work it’s magic ✨on you.
Book before March 7th and receive the recording for 3 days. #restorativeyoga #yoganidra #yogaireland #gratefulheart #flowgis
One of the best swims EVER! It was like being in a spa 🧖♀️ I love this country for its stunning scenery and bountiful places to enjoy nature. Thanks for joining on the road trip @sandraddowling #gratefulheart #coldwaterswimming #nature #naturegeography #ireland #northernireland
Missing these two legends today ❤️ #familytime #love #grateful
Just for fun 😁 Calling all animal and art lovers. What masterpiece reminds you of your furry friend? Post and tag me please, I want to see more #dogart
Online Day Retreat 🧘🏻♀️ Sunday the 21st of February
I’m so excited to be part of this gathering. This is a day retreat in four parts. All the information you need is @yogaquarter
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Awake with @simonehadfield 8:30 - 9:45 AM
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Emerge with @yogawithdenis 11:00 - 12:30 PM
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Enquirer with @suzanrollins 3:00 - 4:15 PM
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Rest with me!
6:00 - 7:15 PM #belfast #yogaireland #breathe #mindfulness #meditation #yoganidra
Beginner Yoga 🧘🏻♀️ Join me @yogaquarter at 10 AM every Friday. It’s a joy to go back to fundamentals and teach from the beginners mind. So looking forward to seeing you on the mat. #beginyoga #yogaforall #irelandyoga
Join me 8 AM every Wednesday & Friday @_flow.yoga 🧘🏻♀️#yogaforall #breatheinbreatheout #meditation #yogaireland #belfast #flowyoga
I love this organization @chooselove
Check out what they do and how they support refugees #chooselove
It’s one of those nights. #popcornparty #fireside #rainyday
Teaching the two legends some chair yoga on the first day of 2021! #chairyoga #breathe #familylife #masters
It’s one of those nights 🥶🔥🔥🔥 #home #hearth #winter #furbabies #lucky
Discovering beautiful walks with the boys 🐕🐕 near my folks house. #nofilterneeded #irelandwalks #hikingadventures #dogmomlife
Wild swimming and cold 🥶 therapy with one of my favorite people Alicia @fairplay.design and thanks for the photos and swimming cap @stucairnsmaker #coldwaterswimming #wildswimming #ireland #therapyworks #breathedeep
My courageous dad who is 87 years young convinced me it was a good idea to join on one of my swims. He certainly did better than my younger brother who didn’t get past his wee toes 🥶 #coldwaterswimming #wildswimming #ireland #nature #thesea #christmasswim
The best therapy on the planet 🌎 #seaswimming #coldwaterswimming #coldtherapy #lovethesea #ancestors #nofilterneeded
Treat yourself to restorative yoga 🧘🏻♀️ tonight 20/11/20 6-7:15 PM GMT. DM me for details. #restorativeyoga #rest #yogaireland #breathedeep #yoganidra #dogsandyoga
An accidental three day prove 🍞 😋 #sourdough #breadmaking
What has Trump got against @sesamestreet 🤣🤣🤣 thanks @benleemusic for the tabloid inspiration from your last post. #election2020 #bidenharris2020
Back in studio and soooo excited to see the @yogaquarter community Join me on Friday afternoon 12-1pm for restorative yoga. #yoga #belfastyoga #breathe #restorativeyoga #love
Restorative yoga from my house to yours!! Friday 6/11/20 6-7:15 PM GMT. DM me for details ❤️#restorativeyoga #breathe #friday #selfcare
This rainbow 🌈 appeared on my morning walk and I’m really hoping it’s a good sign for the country 🇺🇸 I lived in for over 20 years. #bidenharris2020 #tolerance #equalrights #blmmovement #nofilterneeded
Visiting my family in Essex and so grateful for @yogaworks_baltimore for a yummy live class this morning. #yogapractice #familytime #breathe #breathedeep #headstandpractice #gratefulheart #weekend #weekendyoga #liveyoga #yogaworks
My sweet Whiskey looking very debonair in his post-op recovery suit. Thanks @tarasinnott for the suggestion🥰🐶🥰 #furbabies #momofdogs #dogslife
I have a brand new website! Check it out and maybe sign up to my mailing list if you haven’t already. Thanks sooooo much to the creative mind behind it all, my dear friend Alicia Peyrano @fairplay.design
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Find class schedules at my yoga studio homes @yogaquarter and @_flow.yoga
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Join one of my Friday evening restorative and Nidra classes right from the comfort of your own home.
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#breathe #restorativeyoga #yoga #gratefulheart #irelandyoga #yogaretreats #yogapractice #webdesign #abideinstillness
Dogs in the doghouse! When your pups eat £20 worth of artisan cheese 🧀😩 #doghouse #furbabies #dogsonadventures
Restorative training all weekend with this beautiful, incredibly knowledgeable, humble, and kind teacher. Thank you @diva_transcending and @yogaworks #restorativeyoga #subtlebody #yoga #breath #mindfulness #lovemywork
Come play with me!! 🐕🐕 #furbabies #dogmomlife #dogsofireland #tibetanspaniel
This is 47!!! #feelinglucky🍀 #birthdaygirl #ireland🇮🇪
Thank you RBG!
#womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #ruthbaderginsburg
Happy Dog Day 🐕🐕#internationaldogday #furbabies #luckyme
Restorative Yoga 🧘🏻♀️ is the yoga of rest and healing and I would love to share it with you.
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Join me this Friday 6-7:15 PM BST
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Suggested donation £10
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DM me for more info and the link
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#restorativeyoga #yogainireland #onlineyogaclasses #yogaonzoom #rest #healingjourney
Restorative Yoga @yogaquarter bring a pillow case, that way you can enjoy and make use of the yummy bolsters in the studio. Fridays 12-1pm. Space is limited. #yoga #yogaireland #restorativeyoga #calming #calmyourmind
The final product 🍞 #sourdoughbaking #weekendfood
YES!!!!!
#kamalaharris #womenempowerment #womesupportingwomen #womeninpolitics #womeninpower
Sourdough and Fleetwood Mac is a great combo💕 #sourdoughbread #musicismydrug #fleetwoodmac #gratefulheart
What a fabulous afternoon @nobleholywood with this legend, my amazing dad who turned 87 years young last week🥳 #family #ireland🇮🇪 #lucky
What in the world are they talking about? #dogsofinstagram #dogsinireland #furbabies #tibetanspaniel #brothersforlife
The Eight Limbs of Yoga 🧘🏻♀️
Inspired to bring this into class by one of my most influential teachers @yoga.universal 🥰
Each week live in studio and in online classes we will explore all of the aspects of the eight limbs of yoga.
We begin with the Yamas (ethical codes for soulful living) the first of these is Ahimsa, non harm.
So looking forward to seeing you on the mat!
@yogaquarter @_flow.yoga #yogaireland #yamasandniyamas #eightlimbsofyoga #alwayslearning #yoga #breathe
Probably one of the most beautiful home gardens I’ve ever visited. #gardensofireland #howth
Restorative Yoga! It’s not too late to sign up for this ninety minute class on Zoom tomorrow with @yogaquarter .
As my teacher @jillianpransky says, ‘rest is the prerequisite to healing’ and this style of yoga is such a beautiful gift to yourself 😍
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I would love to see some of you online tomorrow. Gather two bed pillows, three big cushions and at least three blankets. We are also going to use a chair to elevate our legs.
#restorativeyoga #guidedmeditation #selfcaresunday
My sweet Whiskey 🐶 is 4 today 🥳 #dogmom #furbabies🐾 #ilovemydog #tibetanspaniel
It was like practicing in the south of France 🇫🇷 it was so lovely and warm. It’s great to be outside teaching with @yogaquarter in Holywood #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #socialdistancing
Challenge accepted!!! The women and sisters in my life are my EVERYTHING!!! @yoga.universal @miatogo @little_home_by_the_sea @sonnetmusic #womensupportingwomen
Sean Anthony O’Dalaigh❤️#dadlife #luckyme
It’s a rainy day in 🇮🇪 #summerrain #freshair #dogsofinstagram
It was misty and moody on the epic 7 mile hike up the Black Mountain this morning. Grateful to be able to travel for this kind of exercise. #hikingireland #movingcompass #gratefulthankfulblessed #dogbaby #ilovemydog #walkingireland #yogaireland #tibelier #tibetanspaniel
What a joy to see my young 86 year old dad this weekend! #familyiseverything #dad #luckyme #gratefulheart
In deepest humility and respect.
#blacklivesmatter
