Namaste

Namaste is derived from Sanskrit and is a combination of two words, “Namo Aste”. “Namo” means ‘bow’ and “aste” means ‘me to you’.  Therefore, Namaste literally means “bow me to you” translated as “I bow to you”.     The gesture Namaste represents the belief that there is a Divine spark within each of us that is located in the heart chakra. The gesture is an acknowledgment of the soul in one by the soul in another. “The spirit in me respects the spirit in you.”

I”m sharing this with you for two reasons.

First: The beautiful and very talented Ruthann Zenter, owner of the Zen Zone, is featured in the images below.  Ruthann has several gifts.   Her friendship, yoga practice, creativity and wisdom are all attributes she shares endlessly.  I have learned so much about how to be a better person, creative spirit and business owner from her.  And for all of those things I am grateful.  My spirit most definately respects the spirit in you – Namaste Ruthann

Second:  My photography take on “Namaste” is a bit of a stretch, but this is how I interpret what I do.  As a photographer, it is my job to reflect the spirit in the beautiful people I photograph.  There is a light, a beauty,  and a talent in each of us.  I strive to capture that thru my photography so I can share it with others.

And so, Namaste.