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<h3 class="entry-title" style="text-align: center;">Why do I want to feature an inspirational person in my newsletter?</h3>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Hiking-Laura.jpg"><img class=" wp-image-1971 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Hiking-Laura-300x276.jpg" alt="" width="202" height="186" /></a>I want to feature people like Laura who have crossed my path and touched my life, inspiring me toward greatness. Too many of us fail to see greatness in ourselves. Somehow, it doesn’t seem to matter what we have achieved; we often need others to point out to us how we excel. People display “greatness” by their attitude, their lifestyle, their choices, their actions… I want to recognize the people in my life who lead by example.</p>

<h3 class="widget-title" style="text-align: center;">How did I meet Laura?</h3>
<a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3813.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1992 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3813-300x200.jpg" alt="Laura Timmermans - Laura Nanaimo - Yoga Instructor Nanaimo - Yoga Nanaimo - Graphic Design Nanaimo - Kid Book Nanaimo" width="300" height="200" /></a>I've met Laura a few years ago while teaching group classes at VIU. She was a participant in my classes and even then I loved her original and authentic spirit. Since this first encounter we have been connected and keep crossing paths. Last spring she informed me that she bought the house next to where I live and that we had become neighbours. I was so touched by her generosity and talent when she gave me a copy of her new kid's book. I was so amazed by the quality of it when I read it to my own kids. She is an amazing artist, yoga teacher and person.
<h3 class="widget-title" style="text-align: left;"><strong>What motivates you to exercise?</strong></h3>
<span class="gmail-s1">I feel more alive and happier after I exercise, especially if it is outside in the fresh air! </span>Exercise helps put me in a good mood.

<strong><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/15171085_1100581866729441_384634659903995419_n.jpg"><img class=" wp-image-1972 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/15171085_1100581866729441_384634659903995419_n-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="249" /></a>What activity/workout do you prefer?</strong>

Diversity! Whether it is hiking a mountain, rafting a river, a boot camp class, or doing a yoga practice, I love to move my body in new and exciting ways.

<strong>What is your biggest accomplishment?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1">My biggest accomplishment is surrounding myself with loving family and friends. It's even better when we exercise together! When I have people holding me accountable to do an activity (running, biking, etc), I am more successful! </span></p>
<p class="gmail-p1"><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Childrens-Book.jpg"><img class=" wp-image-1968 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Childrens-Book-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="173" height="260" /></a>I also just completed a lifelong dream of illustrating my first children's book called, Hideaway Cove. This book captures a day on the west coast of Vancouver Island and introduces some of the amazing creatures that live on the west coast. You can find this book at Strong Nations at <a href="http://www.strongnations.com/store/item_display.php?i=6259">http://www.strongnations.com/store/item_display.php?i=6259</a></p>
<strong>What is your superpower?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1">If I could have a superpower, it would be to inspire people to deepen their connections to our planet and to each other. My superpower would be my creative passions for design and art. One of my favorite areas is Public Art. Public Art gives me an opportunity to start a conversation about important topics.  A quote that I asp<i>ire to is, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It's not</i>.” - Dr. Suess. </span></p>
<strong><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3806.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1990 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3806-300x200.jpg" alt="Laura Timmermans - Laura Nanaimo - Yoga Instructor Nanaimo - Yoga Nanaimo - Graphic Design Nanaimo - Kid Book Nanaimo" width="300" height="200" /></a>What is your favourite cheat treat?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1">My cheat treat would be taking a hot bath, and painting my toenails! I also really enjoy hot chocolate.</span></p>
<strong>What is your favourite dish/recipe?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1">We love to grow our own food. In the summer, I love to make tomato and basil salads with feta cheese. So fresh and delicious.</span></p>
<strong>What are your goals and dreams?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1"><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3808.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1991 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3808-200x300.jpg" alt="Laura Timmermans - Laura Nanaimo - Yoga Instructor Nanaimo - Yoga Nanaimo - Graphic Design Nanaimo - Kid Book Nanaimo" width="200" height="300" /></a>Big questions! </span>To use my creative passions (ART. DESIGN. YOGA.) for positive actions.</p>
<p class="gmail-p1">I also want to stay active and healthy my entire life. My goal is to still be climbing mountains in my 90's.</p>
<strong><a href="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Slogan-laura.jpg"><img class=" wp-image-1969 alignright" src="http://www.choose2be.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Slogan-laura-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="158" height="158" /></a>Advice for a newbie?</strong>
<p class="gmail-p1"><span class="gmail-s1">Believe in yourself. You are stronger and more beautiful than you can imagine. </span></p>
<p class="gmail-p1">Check out Laura website: <a href="http://lauratimmermans.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lauratimmermans.ca</a></p>

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