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7 years and still having fun

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I have two dogs who rule the house.

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Alert, Active, Attentive

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Shibas are considered the oldest and smallest of Japan's dogs.

1992

The Shiba Inu was officially recognized by the AKC.

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Many races and many years, but I still keep going.

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The Big Cottonwood Marathon & Half is a fast and spectacularly scenic race held right in the back yard of Salt Lake City, UT on 9/12/2015.

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Because the bliss is worth the work, like all good things.

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(ahsh-tah-vah-krahs-anna)

asta = eight
vakra = bent, curved

Eight-Angle Pose: Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Stand in Tadasana (Mountain Pose), with your feet separated a bit wider than usual. Exhale, bend forward to Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend), press your hands to the floor outside your feet. Then with your knees slightly bent, slip your right arm to the inside and then behind your right leg, and finally press the hand on the floor just outside your right foot. Work your right arm across the back of the right knee, until the knee is high up on the back of your right shoulder.
Step 2
Brace your shoulder against the knee and slide your left foot to the right. Cross the left ankle in front of the right and hook the ankles. Lean slightly to the left, taking more weight on your left arm, and begin to lift your feet a few inches off the floor.
See also Step 3 Astavakrasana (Eight-Angle Pose) See also Step 4 Build Core Strength for Eight-Angle Pose GO BACK TO A-Z POSE FINDER
With the right leg supported on the shoulder, exhale and bend your elbows. Lean your torso forward and lower it toward parallel to the floor; at the same time, straighten your knees and extend your legs out to the right, parallel to the floor (and perpendicular to your torso). Squeeze your upper right arm between your thighs. Use that pressure to help twist your torso to the left. Keep your elbows in close to the torso. Look at the floor.

Hold for 30 seconds to a minute. Then straighten your arms slowly, lift your torso back to upright, bend your knees, unhook your ankles, and return your feet to the floor. Stand back and rest in Uttanasana for a few breaths. Then repeat the pose for the same length of time to the left.

Pose Information

Sanskrit Name

Astavakrasana

Pose Level

1

Contraindications and Cautions

Avoid this pose if you have any wrist, elbow, or shoulder injuries.

Preparatory Poses

Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)
Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose)
Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)
Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose), lower arm pressing the inside of the forward leg

Follow-up Poses

Dwi Pada Bhujasana (Two-Handed Arm Balance)
Bhujapidasana (Shoulder-Pressing Pose)

Beginner's Tip

If you find it difficult to balance in this pose, rest the bottom hip and outer leg on a bolster.

Benefits

Strengthens the wrists and arms
Tones the abdominal muscles

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I love traveling and hiking with my friends and husband

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A series of beautiful and photogenic waterfalls can be found on Havasu Creek, a tributary to the Grand Canyon. The water flows out of limestone, which gives it a pleasing blue-green hue. The waterfalls have created large plunge pools that are clear, deep and inviting. People come from around the world to view the waterfalls and Grand Canyon scenery, and swim in the pools. Read more...

The area is part of the Havasupai Indian Reservation and is managed by the tribe. The number of visitors is restricted and reservations are required. See the tribe's website for contact numbers and info about making reservations. You must apply for reservations months in advance for trips during the tourism season.

May/June and September/October are the best months to visit if you want to play in the water. Hiking conditions are excellent in the earlier spring and later fall, but the water will be cold and less inviting. The water is delightful during mid-summer but hiking conditions are hot.

You must hike/backpack or ride horses to reach the waterfalls. From the trailhead it is 8 miles to the Havasupai village of Supai, where you check in at the tourism office. You can also buy basic supplies, food and drinks in the village.

Havasu Falls is located 2 miles below the village. Mooney Falls is a mile further down the trail. A campground can be found along the stream between those two waterfalls. Most tourists camp but some elect to stay in the lodge in the village. The village also offers a small cafe.

All supplies brought into the village and campground come by backpacking, mule train or helicopter. The village receives mail by mule train. Because of its remote location, supplies in the village are more expensive than similar items at your local grocery store.

The 10 mile trail from the trailhead to the campground is steep, particularly on the upper end. It is also rocky and in some spots it is fully exposed to the summer sun. Backpacking here is strenuous. Many visitors elect to have their packs carried in by mule trail. Some pack in but then have the mules carry their gear out.

The trailhead is called Hualapai Hilltop. It is located at the end of Indian Road 18, 60 miles north of the Junction of Road 18 and Hyw 66. The junction is between Seligman and Peach Springs, in northwest Arizona. This is a remote area about 235 miles east of Las Vegas, or about 165 miles northwest of Flagstaff, AZ. Some computer/internet map programs show alternate routes to the Hilltop but those are rugged backroads not recommended for automobile travel. Indian Road 18 provides the best access.

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A series of beautiful and photogenic waterfalls can be found on Havasu Creek, a tributary to the Grand Canyon. The water flows out of limestone, which gives it a pleasing blue-green hue. The waterfalls have created large plunge pools that are clear, deep and inviting.