Inspired by...

I'm finding inspiration in unique places this week and wanted to share.

I'm inspired by...

a true sense of community...

One of my favorite Boston yoga studios was temporarily booted from their space last week for a fire code situation.  This left a small business in a lurch with no place to hold classes until further notice.  I'm inspired by the fact that super-shwanky Harvard Club downtown invited this whole yoga community to hold classes in their space until Back Bay Yoga can regain entry to their normal studio.  I've been inexplicably almost moved to tears by the images of dozens of yogis practicing fireside in the H Club's gorgeous ballroom. There's something about that spirit of community and helping one another when we're down that is truly moving and inspiring.

an athlete's healthy morning ritual...

I've just discovered the coolest online column in the new Bon Appétit. My Morning Routine looks at how various people start their days, food and drink wise.  Not only do I love the voyeuristic quality of this concept, it's also inspiring new morning menu ideas for me.  My favorite piece thus far is about pro-surfer Kelly Slater (sigh), whose brekkie is pictured above: hot water with lemon, coconut water and a green smoothie... fresh and delicious.   

For hilarity's sake, be sure to check out the piece about the BA webmaster, whose morning routine of cigarettes in the shower, a trenta Starbucks (I didn't even know that existed until now) and a quick hot dog from the cart outside the office is a refreshing counter to everyone else's steel cut oats and almond milk.

everyday beauty...

via Heather Taylor

These ranunculus are kind of blowing my mind.

What's inspiring you this fine Monday?