2.29.2016

The Best Spring Retreats for 2016

When spring awakes at year’s beginning, all things in nature change in appearance and your heart cannot remain unmoved. It's also the perfect time to turn over a fresh leaf and nourish your body and mind after the long winter. Spring is the perfect time to travel. After all, there's nothing like a change of scenery plus a little inspiration to help you shake those winter blues. 

Spring is the season of renewal and regeneration, the perfect time to get away from the rat race of the city, and experience the peacefulness and beauty of nature.  

Spring is right around the corner and it's time to start planning your next retreat. Pack your bags and get ready for the new adventure. Here are the best Spring retreats by Retreats I Love. 


Dates: from 4th of March, 2016

If you’re looking for relaxing holiday combined with learning or deepening the practice of Mindfulness meditation, this retreat is perfect for your personal discoveries.
Staying in a beautiful private farmhouse villa with magnificent views of the Monchique Mountains and lake, you’ll have plenty of time to relax near a swimming pool, sun bathe, go hiking, cycling, or star gazing. Come back with an open heart, smile, tan and a completely different take on things.
Price: from 390 GBP, 3/5/7 days
To find out more & to book Mindfulness By The Ocean Retreat follow this link

Dates: 28th April - 2nd May 2016 / Organised by Retreats I Love
Look no further for bank holiday weekend plans. It is time to get a nature high, discover sound of silence and sleep like a baby. Your perfect weekend getaway starts on 26th of May. Relax and reset your mind at the Lake House surrounded by the virgin pine forest, seducing yourself with the original wilderness of an idyllic landscape. 
Price: from 625 GBP, 5 days
To find out more & to book Swan Lake Seduction Retreat follow this link


Dates: 1st - 7th May, 2016

Once you enter the 16th-century chateau - a magical experience starts its journey. Founded by brothers Cornelius and Daniel O’Shaughnessy this unique holistic retreat experience combines nutritional science and the ancient wisdom of the East. Whether you want to lose weight, manage a health condition, rejuvenate, meditate, relieve stress, practice yoga, detox or simply relax by the pool and enjoy the spa, you will find that this retreat is an unforgettable, enlightening and life-changing experience.
Price: from 2295 GBP, 7 days
To find out more & to book French Fairy Tale Retreat follow this link

Dates: 11th - 17th of April, 2016 

It’s a lovely family affair, who have done everything in their power to turn this retreat into a truly magical place to practice the art and joy of yoga.
Environment of Andalucia Mountains will give you a tremendous boost and freedom to do what inspires you. Take a mountain hike, enjoy horse riding, relax by the pool or visit Seville, just go with a flow and enjoy yourself.
Price: from 1380 Eur, 7 days
To find out more & to book Andalucia Mountains Yoga Retreat follow this link 









RETREATS ALL YEAR ROUND 


In peace and harmony with nature, remotedly nestled on the banks of the Ayung River, this exceptional place is an award-winning eco-conscious retreat deeply rooted in the ancient traditions of Bali, making it a wellness sanctuary to embrace authentic Balinese Healing, Living Foods and Sacred Arts.
Price: from 1633 USD, 4 days
To find out more & to book Healing and Beauty Sanctuary Retreat follow this link


Surrounded by beautiful landscape of tropical gardens and green paddy fields this luxury boutique villa is a calm and serene setting for perfect harmony. The morning sunrise over infinite paddy fields, fresh air, lightly scented with frangipani flowers and exotic fruit trees, sets the scene for you to restore and renew. Take your time to rejuvenate and revitalise with full days of complete indulgence in health and well-being activities. 
Price: from 1515 USD, 5 days
To find out more & to book Boutique Yoga Escape follow this link


Start your journey of absolute relaxation and rejuvenation from our little discovery situated in the south of Sri Lanka. Whatever your intentions are: to maintain, manage or improve health and well-being, regain some balance between body and mind or nourish and rejuvenate your body - you will definitely feel in good hands.
Price: from 820 Eur, 8 days
To find out more & to book Ayurveda Balance Retreat follow this link


Plan your personal escape anytime you desire. Retreat offers packages of six nights for yoga, detox or intense weight loss; however, everything is customisable and can be changed to your needs. The success of this wellbeing hotel is not only the high standards of the services they offer, but also the feeling that they build around you.
Price: from 1666 Eur, 7 days
To find out more & to book this Retreat follow this link


More hand-picked retreats for you - www.retreatsilove.com




2.25.2016

Treat Yourself to Yoga and Food of LOVE - Raw Chocolate!

If you’re in London, on the 9th of March, join us for  this special treat for yourself - LOVE, COCOA & YOGA EVENING! We combined 3 best ingredients for this evening recipe - self-love, yoga sequence and guilt-free raw chocolate. 

An evening of gentle yet empowering yoga session with focus on love for self, yoga & chocolate. Session will commence with dynamic sequence of heart openers. Be ready to build strength, fire up your core yet concluding to love & kindness meditation and of course a sweet treat – raw chocolate & yogi tea!

We invite you to enjoy health and happiness when we nurture our body with love and attention, tuning into what we really need and nourishing our physical and emotional wellbeing. 

Claire Shaw will lead a workshop that combines the healing properties of chocolate and yoga in one session. The evening will begin with a dynamic energising yoga session at Egoist Body Studios that will focus on heart opening sequences, but be ready to play and sweat.

In the practice of self-care, Yoga is timeless art for nurturing and connecting to your body. Our bodies are designed for movement, with lightness and feelings of wellbeing…  We see yoga as a way to experience the pleasure of moving, breathing, and circulating our life’s energy. We can talk a lot about yoga benefits to your body, mind and soul but what you need it’s just to remeber that feeling after each yoga class. It says everything.. the magic 90 mins make such a difference... 

You'll feel the sweetness of challenging poses preparing you for a deliciously indulgent raw chocolate treats after the session.

No wonder that chocolate has been called “food of the gods,” for over 3000 years, but raw chocolate  is an exceptional indulgence! It’s not too sweet and has a pleasant bitter taste as raw cacao beans are not roasted but cold ground, many of the beautiful cacao substances remain intact. It gives you a relaxed and warm feeling and it taste like heaven. It is therefore also an aphrodisiac. Raw chocolate is a true food of love. Mmm, may love melt on your tongue!

Join us for the special evening full of love, fun, food and laughter! 

Date: 9th of March 19:45 
Price: £25
Location: Egoist Body Studios | 6 Fitzroy Square London, W1T 5DX, GB

About the studios
Egoist Body Studios (egoistbody.com) has been conceived as a boutique studio offering a wide range of classes including yoga, pilates & ballet sculpt. 

Located in a majestic Georgian townhouse in one of London's quietest and most beautiful square gardens, Fitzroy Square W1, just minutes away from the West End, Egoist Body offers a peaceful, versatile, and elegant  vintage shabby chic space – a complete alternative to mainstream gyms.
Its concept makes working out an enjoyable experience perfect substitute for people who love to be fit but enjoy an individual, warm welcome in a dreamy home like ambience.


More details and booking via lina@egoistbody.com or by the link




2.24.2016

TEA TALKS: meet Karuna, a former Buddhist monk who brings balance in life through mindfulness meditation

Our passion for tea and inspiring conversations gathered us again for another open and heartening talk… This time we a having a TEA TALK with Karuna Priy, who is behind the Mindfulness Meditation & Yoga Retreat in beautiful Algarve, Portugal. 

Meet Karuna, who has in recent years devoted his time and helped busy Londoners manage stress to achieve inner peace & contentment. At the age of 8, he became a monk and was given the opportunity to live in the monasteries for over 15 years. During this time Karuna was able to truly develop his understanding and practice of Mindfulness Meditation & human psychology. 

How and when did you first become interested in meditation?


I encountered meditation when I became a Buddhist monk at the age of 8. I suddenly became ill and was in a state of coma for couple of weeks. Doctors in my home town in Bangladesh thought that I won’t be able to survive. But I woke up and started to get well. My parents thought that it was a miracle to be alive. In gratitude they put me in the monastery for a month first. However that went on 15 years.

I had a chance to go and study Buddhism and meditation under a Buddhist monk Professor Dhammajoti in Sri Lanka. After about 5 years with him, I had another chance to go to Thailand to study my 5 years degree in Buddhist Philosophy. I went on various meditation retreats studying with many teachers from all parts of Asia.

Tell us about your meditation practice – do you practice every day and for how long?

I meditate at least once a day for about 20-40 minutes and sometime longer. I try to meditate early in the morning when things are still quiet. If I need to rush then I do it in the evening before going to bed. I teach meditation almost every day of the week, so I get to meditate for another 1 to 2 hours with fellow meditators too.
There are two meditations that I do. First meditation is called ‘calm-abiding’ meditation (Samatha). This includes exercises like focusing on the breath, counting the breath, focusing my mind on a single object or thought. I do visualisation practices (an inspiration figure or colours). This helps me to expand my mind a lot and increase creativity. I also do a lot of loving-kindness meditation (compassion). When I am frustrated, I focus on my being gentle and kind to myself. When I am frustrated with others, I loosen up a bit, let go of the judgments and try to see their point of view. In that way, I can be more accepting and forgiving.

Second meditation is called ‘insight’ meditation (Vipassana. Mindfulness meditation comes from the original Insight meditation tradition. This includes the ingredients of calm-abiding, but it goes beyond just focusing or concentrating. It recollects, investigates, becomes aware of judgments, and releases the unwanted thoughts and feelings. Insight (Vipassana) means seeing clearly, to be able to see clearly of our own state of mind, how it changes moment to moment and letting go of inhibitions that trap us. 

What would you recommend to people who would like to start meditating? 

Take it easy. Meditation is a gradual process. We live in a very fast paced environment and culture of quick fixes and instant gratification. Meditation is not going to fix each and every problem, but it will surely help you reduce stress and anxiety about the future. Mediation can help you declutter your busy mind, simplify your thought process and give you time to relax and heal.
To way to succeed in meditation is to take step by step and chunk by chunk. Take 10 minutes a day to sit down and breathe. Organise your calendar. Put reminders two times a day to pause and breathe. You can also integrate in your daily life, such as while walking, simply walking. If you are driving, simply be mindful that you are driving rather than getting anxious about getting to the destination. If you are eating, simply enjoy eating.
Do not rush for result, but approach meditation as meditation. It means giving your head some time and space to connect, rejuvenate and let go of preoccupations. It can be a great tool.
Reading a book on meditation or mindfulness can definitely be helpful. However, I would highly recommend people to do a meditation course. It is important to lay the foundation first. A teacher can guide you to the right direction. I also found out that attending a second course can also be a great way to deepen one’s practice. Other alternative is attending a meditation retreat away from the hustle and bustle of busy life. It can be a great way to learn meditation and also have some time off from daily routine.

Starting meditation is like training a wild horse. In the beginning, the mind will be all over the place like the horse. The horse is a majestic animal and it can do great things when it is trained properly. Otherwise it can harm others, destroy plants and become uncontrollable. In the same way, the mind is a powerful thing, but if it is not trained and tamed, it can cause suffering to oneself and others. Taming the mind can be useful to do what you want to do and achieve, but it requires training, patience and persistence.

What is mindfulness to you? Do you integrate mindfulness in your daily life, if yes - how? 

Mindfulness is a heightened awareness and the quality of paying in the present moment. Often we live on autopilot, day-dreaming or caught up in planning. For example, when you leave home and get to work, do you ever feel like ‘how did I get here?’ You may be driving to a place; you had no idea how you got there. That is called mind wandering and mindlessness. The modern definition of Mindfulness is ‘paying attention in the moment as it is without judgement and on purpose.’ It is something everybody has it built in, but with different degrees. When developed it can be a great tool for our health and wellbeing.
Mindfulness originates from the Buddhist meditative tradition. It has been refined and practised for many centuries.
The modern version of Mindfulness has been developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn and Dr. Mark Williams that include a secular language and in medical context. Their research has shown that Mindfulness can reduce stress, pain, anxiety, depression and enhances sleep, performance, creativity and social skills.
Meditation has been a daily routine for me for the last 25 years. At first when I was quite young I used to fall asleep while meditating. My teachers however were very kind and helpful. Then as I started to grow up, I saw the benefits of meditating. I noticed that I felt a lot calmer. My thoughts were a lot clearer. I didn’t get angry as much as my other lay friends. There was also inner peace and simplicity about my view about the world. I got to see my monkey mind, able to return to my breathing and let go of past or future thoughts. I cannot see myself without some aspect of meditation embodied in me.

Meditation helps me reduce my negative emotions. I am able to be more resilient to bounce back if I hear sad news or get irritated by a fellow traveller. One of the challenging things I found living in a busy London is the constant planning and living in the future. I try to be mindful of my present moment a lot, return to my body and let go of the future. Otherwise, future planning seems endless and never finishing. When I am walking I try to simply walk and enjoy the moment rather than getting caught up in some fantasy. It is helpful to be an observer sometime rather than engaging with each and every single thought without awareness.

What place / city / country you would like to visit this year? 

I am looking forward to seeing Algarve, Portugal this year. I go there to teach meditation and run mindfulness retreats. It is one of my favourite places in Europe. Its beaches and landscapes are just stunning and beautiful. The food is amazing too. I love the sunshine there, as we lack that in London.

Can you remember anything what surprised you in a good way and made you laugh? :) 

I remember one event. Normally in the morning I get dropped off to the tube station by my wife in the morning while she is going to her work. Sometime I forget to take my hat, or gloves, or even my Oyster card. She would be like: ‘How on earth did you forget. Here take mine. Here is my card, take it’ annoyingly. But this time was different. We leave home, we drive for 5 minutes to the station, and she is running late to get to her work. We are right in front of the station. We were saying good byes to each other. Then I looked at feet and said: ‘oh no, I forgot something!’ My wife said: ‘Okay, whatever it may be I am not going back. I am already getting late and if you have forgotten your Oyster card, here take mine. Use it, but I am not going back. I lifted my feet and said: ‘I forgot to wear my shoes. I was wearing the flip flops. We both looked at each other and knew that I can’t go to work with my flip flops on. She was just about to scream at me, but knew couldn’t do anything except going back. There was a moment of silence. Then we both started laughing at each other. We drove back home, got the shoes and then leave again.


You still have a chance to join Mindfulness by the Ocean Retreat which starts  at the beginning of March. 
You can choose 3, 5 or 7 day retreat, starting from the 14th March, 2016

More details about the retreat on our website by the link


2.11.2016

Get a nature high, discover sound of silence and sleep like a baby

Have no plans for the May bank holidays as we are all meeting at the Swan Lake Seduction Retreat which starts on the 26th of May. 

Retreats I Love and Egoist Body invote you to get a nature high, discover sound of silence and sleep like a baby.



The Lake House stands calmly on the shore of the lake in the natural park of the virgin pine forest promising the uplifting feeling of well being with the serene and calming sight of an idyllic landscape. The peaceful setting offers a perfect escape to nature, inviting to swim with the swans in the calm and pure waters after enjoying the relaxing effects of a hot tub bath and detoxifying with a traditional sauna.

Enjoy several days in a private estate overflowing with lakeside charm and lovingly looked after by the owners. Complete with an eco hot tub, sauna, and lakeside view, you can also rest assured that the vegetarian/vegan menu is cooked in-house.

Whilst water in the region was always something to worship, nourishing those seeking health and peace of mind, and singling out as specially blessed. Almost all the water bodies in the district are used for the purposes of recreation in one or another manner. Water is so clean you can actually drink it if soaking your body is not enough. Whilst practising yoga and pilates on a wooden terrace one can also feed their eyes and soul with the beauty of the lake, align to pine trees and inhale & exhale the balsamic fresh air of the pine forest.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Thursday:
Late evening arrival

Friday:
Sleep long, inhaling fresh pine forest air
11:00 | Petit breakfast
Rest, sauna, swim in the lake
12:00-14:00 | 2 hrs Dynamic Yoga
14:15 | Healthy Yummy Lunch
Relaxation time: Sleep, read, swim, or walk in the forest
17:30 – 19:30| 2 hrs Pilates
20:00 | Candle-lit Dinner
Sauna + late night swim in the lake

Saturday:
10:00 | Breakfast
11:00 – 13:00 | 2 hrs Core Pilates
13:30 | Lunch
Relaxation time: Sunbathe, nap, etc.
17:30 | 2 hrs Dynamic Yoga (focusing on Heart 
Openings to balance that morning’s core work)
20:00 | Dinner
Sauna/movie/relaxation

Sunday:
10:00 | Breakfast
11:00 – 13:00 | 2 hrs Pilates (to lift your bottom)
13:30 | Lunch
Relaxation time: Swim, water bike or take a boat 
on the lake
17:30 | 2 hrs Dynamic Yoga (focusing on Hip 
Openings to balance that morning’s core work)
20:00 | Dinner
Sauna + late night swim in the lake

Monday:
11:00 | Breakfast
12:00 – 14:00 | 2 hrs Dynamic Yoga with relaxation
14:00 | Lunch
Relaxation time, swim, sauna make the most of the last day
19:00 | Departure



ABOUT THE TEACHERS 

Lina Petraityte
Founder of Egoist Body studios & Retreats I Love 
In a hectic city like London it is so easy to forget yourself and your body and one can easily feel lonely. So we created a concept that is new and simple – a gym that feels like a second home so one feels part of a community. Egoist Body Studios, its concept and décor, aim to provide you with this exact experience.

Retreats I Love was born with intention to take this beautiful community to retreats organised by me worldwide. I turn my passion for travel into unwinding experience for you.


Joana
Joana teaches slow flow yoga and focuses her attention on correct movement with hands on adjustments to excel your yoga practise. She has been fortunate enough to train with Shiva Rea and Simon Park and this has influenced hugely her teaching style and is very evident in her classes. She loves white, good food and travel. 


Dates:  26th - 30th May, 2016 (Spring bank holiday)
Price: Double room (sharing) 625 GBP / person. Single room - 750 GBP 

You still have a chance to enjoy special spring offer LOVE for 2! Take your beloved one, your best friend or mother to the retreat and get special price for 2 - 1100 GBP / sharing room.
*To enjoy special offer book retreat till 20th of March.

/ A flight for which we arranging transport:
We have found great flights from London to Vilnius (Lithuania). Departure from London (LTN) | Thu 26 May | 20:50 h and coming back on Mon 30 May | 20:20 h. Price from 137 £. Book it now as the price can rise quickly. The easiest way to book your flight via www.skyscanner.com

More details and booking on - www.retreatsilove.com 

2.02.2016

TEA TALK: meet Kerensa who followed her passion and love for cooking and found her perfect place in the world


It can't be too much of tea and talks while drifting through this season.. but what we like about winter that it brings more coziness to your home.. you surrender to the process of slowing dow, you enjoy time spent in the kitchen while preparing your favourite meal, sipping tea from the biggest cup you can ever have… talking about ideas you never have time to talk.. remembering past days, dreaming about the future.. so many great things can happen while having the cup of your favourite tea.. 

Today we’re having a tea talk with Kerensa, the host of cozy and beautiful venue in Tenerife where we will have incredible time at the beginning of March enjoying Pilates, Yoga and healthy cooking. 

Lovely couple Steppe and Kerensa, founders of this beautiful place in Tenerife, made a life changing decision after the frustration of hardly seeing each other because of work commitments and busy life in the city. Although they both enjoyed their careers, Steppe was ready for a fresh challenge and Kerensa wanted to take her yoga practice and passion for cooking to the next level. This is when they founded this escape on the eastern slopes of sunny Tenerife in the Canary Islands, where in a suttle and fun environment they share and teach the things they love.

So let’s tea talk.. 

- Tell us what inspired you to create such a magical place in Tenerife and start hosting retreats? 
We fell in love with the island after visiting friends in Gran Canaria. It's pollution free, has amazing climate and the produce is great!

- What do you love most about Santa Cruz? Santa Cruz as in the capital city? 
I don't really spend much time there but there is a stunning view of the Anaga mountains from Santa Cruz which always amazes me.

- How you discovered love and passion for cooking?  
I was brought up as a macrobiotic vegan and my mother was a great cook. I have always been passionate about healthy foods and how great they can taste. 

- What is your special occasion dish your family and friends love most? I am known for my salads. I love throwing in grains, toasted nuts and seeds, tahini dressings and even some seasonal fruits.

- What is the most used ingredient in your kitchen? Lemon and probably coconut oil.

- What or who is your source of inspiration? I love bright and colourful foods. I follow blogs such as Green Kitchen Stories, My New Roots and Honestly Healthy

- Where is your favourite place in the world? Probably Italy and Thailand

- What’s your favourite beach in Tenerife? Playa Grande and La Tejita

- What restaurant you would recommend to try when visiting Tenerife? Agua Y Sal in Tajao

- Could you list 3 places or activities in Tenerife you would include into ‘must visit / experience’ list? Surfing in El Medano, Hiking the Anaga mountains and eating the local seafood. 

This interview brings up the appetite not only for delicious food which we are looking for to learn how to cook and to try, of course,  but also for the sunny days on the island, smell of the ocean, laugh till your stomach hurts.. and so much more simple luxuries while welcoming the spring… 

We have only one spot left for a Pilates/Yoga and Healthy Cooking Retreat in Tenerife which starts on the 1st of March.

Dates: 1st - 6th March, 2016 | Organised by Retreats I Love

Located on an organic farm on the eastern slopes of sunny Tenerife in the Canary Islands. It’s a true haven, the ideal place to escape to. You not only practice pilates & yoga but also will take  cooking classes to learn healthy vegetarian and vegan dishes to add to your lifestyle. 
Steppe and Kerensa run it with love and an open heart. You will be well looked after during your stay while also learning new skills or just relaxing. Just fill your time with activities that meet your intentions, maybe you’ll get inspired visiting the old town of La Laguna or go for the total new surf experience  or perhaps just chill by the pool with a book you long to read? The relaxed atmosphere of this retreat is full of uncomplicated luxuries: good weather, beautiful scenery, delicious food, care of amazing owners & teachers - you’ll fall in love within minutes.

Price: Double room (sharing) 545 GBP / person. 
To find out more & to book Bohemian Tales Retreat follow this link

2.01.2016

A Month of Celebrating Self-love!


Join in and let's celebrate this month of self-love together! Feeling good about ourselves can enhance the immune system, thereby affecting the overall quality of our lives. 

Self-love is important to living well. Let's nourish ourself daily through healthy food and activities, like exercise, proper sleep, intimacy and healthy social interactions.

Retreats I Love and Egoist Body Studios invite you to join 2 great events at Egoist Body Studios W1 London.  What could be better than empowering yoga/pilates session for your body with focus on love for self. 

LOVE, COCOA & YOGA EVENING 
Date: 9th of March 19:45 
Expect fun, food and laughter. Claire Shaw will lead a workshop that combines the healing properties of chocolate and yoga in one session. The evening will begin with a dynamic energising yoga session at Egoist Body Studios that will focus on heart opening sequences, but be ready to play and sweat. Feel the sweetness of challenging poses preparing you for a deliciously indulgent raw chocolate treats after the session.

An evening of gentle yet empowering yoga session with focus on love for self, yoga & chocolate. Session will commence with dynamic sequence of heart openers. Be ready to build strength, fire up your core yet concluding to love & kindness meditation and of course a sweet treat – raw chocolate & yogi tea!
Price: £25
Location: Egoist Body Studios | 6 Fitzroy Square London, W1T 5DX, GB
More details and booking by the link

2HRS DETOX PILATES WORKSHOP WITH LINA & BECKY
Date: 4th of April 19:30 - 9:30 
Challenging yet fun evening smartly choreographed to work all the body and finish with a gentle guided meditation.
Price: £35
Location: Egoist Body Studios | 6 Fitzroy Square London, W1T 5DX, GB
More details and booking by the link

Self-love for us is a creative process that we participate in and add energy to. Simple thing as positive thought is an essential ingredient in your overall wellbeing. 

Maybe something what you need is just a time alone, time to think or escape overthinking, rejuvenate and be surrounded by beautiful nature. More like a journey of inspiration for your body and mind. 


Swan Lake Seduction -Vinyasa Yoga Retreat, Beautiful woodland of Lithuania
Dates: 28th April - 2nd May & 26th - 30th May, 2016 / Organised by Retreats I Love

Look no further for bank holiday weekend plans. It is time to get a nature high, discover sound of silence and sleep like a baby. Your perfect weekend getaway starts on 28th of April or 26th of May. Relax and reset your mind at the Lake House surrounded by the virgin pine forest, seducing yourself with the original wilderness of an idyllic landscape.

Price: from 625 GBP, 5 days
To find out more & to book Swan Lake Seduction Retreat follow this link


Celebrating month of self-love we invite you to join Swan Lake Seduction Retreat in beautiful Lithuania and enjoy special offer LOVE for 2! Take your beloved one, your best friend or mother to the retreat and enjoy special price for 2 - £1100 / sharing room.
*To enjoy special offer book retreat till 29th of February. 


Let’s share love and be love all the month, with no reason.. just for fun & joy and maybe bring a little bit more true happiness..