Hometown: Pittsburgh.

Sun Sign: Taurus.

Nickname: Mich.

Favorite Word: “Namaste.”

I wish for....a life that is lived with grace & compassion.

I am thankful for.....my health, family, & all of the blessings
which I have been given.

What gives you peace? A quiet evening at home with my husband.

Why Yoga? It makes me want to be a better person.

3 words to describe you: Passionate, Introspective, Strong.

What / who inspires you? Books, Music, & My Mother.

What you can’t live without? Laughter & Hope.

Favorite yoga pose and why ? Virabhadrasana II – It enables me to feel strong, grounded & focused.

Favorite food? Pizza.

Words to live by (or your favorite quote): “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”

Best advice you’ve ever received (from who?): Never let the opinions & actions of others determine how you live your life….My Dad.

Words to describe your teaching style? Challenging, Articulate, Engaging.

What do you love to do for FUN? Dining out with family & friends, Spending an entire day relaxing with my husband.

When/where/with who was your first yoga class? I honestly don’t remember!

Local escape: The trails of Frick Park with Emma, our Labrador Retriever.
Other Teachers & Subs:
Joanne Spence, Renee Aukeman, Aleta Howard, Amy Burleson, Katrina Woodworth, Leslie Wright, Jennifer Chaparro, Mariangela Mancuso, Jennifer Sylves, Anne Brownlee, Cathie Sunderman, Maga Sanchez-Dah, Heidi Zellie, Michaelene Stanko, Greg Karas, Jayna Bonfini, Leanne Santiago, Cara Bessko, Dawn Penney