Rare opprotunity!!!

Hope to see everyone this weekend. It's rare we have a weekend available in October as we are the ONLY nudist resort that caters to vacationing couples in the western US. For instance, we are 100% full tonight, Wed the 29th. So call us at 800-786-6938

What a Romatic Getaway... Wine Tasting in the Nude

What does the Worlds Top Nudist Resort, wine tasting, and your better half have to do with this blog, well because I have solved your issue of not knowing what your going to do this weekend. And even if you had an idea of what you wanted to do, strike it and go with this!

::saying this as if you won the trip on a game show::

How bout a fabulous trip to Palm Springs!
you will be vacationing in the worlds sunniest place on earth, perfect weather to go nude sunbathing and relax next to the salt water pool and Jacuzzi, high pressure misters surround the resort, Spa services are avail daily with deals that no other spa offers. Where dining out is easy with hundreds of restaurants, entertainment is easy to choose with venues all over from Palm Springs, to Coachellas most exciting casinos.

wine tasting can be a fun unique way to connect and relax and venture into a new world, and what a great way of doing this then at The Terra Cotta, your worry of driving after is eliminated and it is a great way to make new friends and maybe learning a few new things from them.

below is a great reference as to how to taste wine by the epicentre.com

Tasting Wine There's more to tasting a glass of wine than throwing it down your gullet. We'll start slow. Colour Hold the glass over a white background, like a napkin or tablecloth. Colour varies with age, varietal (i.e. Chardonnay is darker than Riesling) and time spent in the barrel. White wines range from almost clear to pale yellow-green, straw/yellow, light gold, gold or old gold, to maderized brown. Reds can be magenta, purple, ruby red, red, eggplant, brick red or orange, red brown and finally, brown. (If you're not drinking Sherry or Madeira, brown is not a good thing.) Swirl Swirl the wine to aerate it. This releases ethers, esters and aldehydes that combine with oxygen to bring you the wine's aroma or bouquet. It doesn't take much practice, but if you're just learning, start with a white or dress down. Nose Follow yours. First: the flaws. If there's a moldy, wet cardboard aroma it may be "corky" or tainted. Drink not, or suffer the consequences. Sulfur (burnt match) aromas may dissipate with a little air time or may not even bother you too much, but too much sulfur dioxide is a problem. If your wine smells like Sherry but isn't, that's a problem. Likewise for vinegar. If a wine smells clean, fresh, and ripe to you, get out of the embarrassing tasting spotlight and motion for the waiter to pour. Only cigar smokers swish and contemplate the "legs" of a wine. The "nose" should also be faithful to the grape's variety, which is something you have to learn over time. Taste Skip the sip. Soak your taste buds by taking a decent mouthful and rolling it around. Sweetness is detected at the tip of the tongue, so you'll be aware of residual sugar right away. Varietal characteristics are picked up in the middle of the tongue; tannin (in most reds and wood-aged white) starts there. Acidity hits the sides of the tongue, the cheeks and the back of the throat. Oak — despite all the faux connoisseurs waxing poetic about a Chardonnay's "complex oakiness," the presence of oak is usually a negative attribute. Many delicious wines are appropriately aged in oak barrels, a process that enhances a wine's body and viscosity. Many domestic whites under $15 are not just aged in oak but also oak-fermented — that is, artificially sweetened with oak chips, powders, and essences. The process disguises the natural flavour of the grape varietal with what is all too often the rough-hewn sweetness of, say, burnt caramel popcorn. Too much of any one flavour almost always means it's out of whack. Aftertaste is what lingers after you swallow. A long pleasing aftertaste with a nice balance of the other components is the sign of a high quality wine. Finish What was the body of the wine like? Light (like skim milk), medium (like whole), or full bodied (like cream)? If it was a white wine, how was the acidity? Too little and flat? Just right, crispy, fresh and pleasing, or too high and burning your mouth? For a red wine, tannins are a big factor. Light tannins make for a soft wine. They can be present, ripe and pleasing, or too high, leaving a dry mouth feeling that may indicate some cellar time is needed to chill out. How long did the "finish" last? A couple of seconds, or much longer, as great wines tend to? Is it ready to drink? Are all of these components appealing to you? Is it worth the price? Can you think of a food it might go well with? And most important: was it good for you? With Food. Remember, red wine is not necessarily more sophisticated than white, and not necessarily the only choice with meat. In fact, because whites are generally lighter in weight than reds, they lend themselves more easily to a wider range of foods. While there are any number of great sipping wines, light- to medium-bodied wines that are high in acidity and sugar and low in alcohol tend to be the most flexible and complimentary to our lighter, more dynamic diets. Food-friendly whites include Riesling, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon BlancBarbera, Gamay, Pinot Noir. Now with these simple steps out of the way, grab a few bottles, grab some cheeses, breads, etc for your pairing. And book your mini wine tasting nude adventure today.

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Loving yourself Naked!

We all know what it feels like to catch a glimpse of our naked body in the mirror. Yikes! No matter our body type, there's always something that we're unhappy with. And no matter how many family members or friends speak of our positive attributes and our overall beauty, we can’t seem to drop our insecurities in favour of embracing what we have.
So we turned to the experts for help. We asked Randy Paterson, a Vancouver psychologist and Josey Vogels, a Toronto-based sex expert and author of Bedside Manners, to offer realistic tips to have you loving yourself completely, and in no time.

Be a voyeur Sit or stand naked in front of a full length mirror for 15 to 30 minutes. Breathe in deeply through your nose and out through your mouth, inflating your diaphragm (be prepared: this will make your stomach stick out when done correctly) in order to calm yourself and gain focus. Concentrate on your least favourite body parts and try to bring your mind to a calm, nonjudgmental state, says Paterson. Instead of thinking about your “untoned stomach,” focus on the wonderful children it enveloped. And ignore those wrinkles, instead remembering all the happy moments that caused them. Once you feel relaxed, embrace your body as a whole, saying “my stomach,” “my neck,” “my scars,” loving each part that makes up who you are.

Accept yourself Ever used hatred as a form of motivation? Like saying to yourself, “If I detest my love handles enough I’ll start a diet or go to the gym?” Never works, does it? That’s because we’re more likely to do something good for ourselves if we actually like our bodies, says Paterson. So instead of focusing on areas you dislike, try to concentrate on the parts you’re proud of – like those broad shoulders or great calves. And slowly work up to accepting the areas that you’re not so fond of.  

Massage your body Grab your favourite scented oil, find some alone time and get rubbing. Not only will self-massage show you the ins and outs of your body’s shape, but it can also help you to embrace those parts that you’re not as keen on, says Vogels. “Make peace with [the areas you don’t like] by treating them nicely to counter the constant negative images,” she says. Not only will you feel better, but pampering your skin will make it appear more glowing.

Go shopping Splurge on expensive lingerie, suggests Vogels. But make sure to buy it from a store where employees know their stuff. They’ll be able to put you in something that fits perfectly, making you feel sexy and confident, she says. And even if no one else is going to see it, you can feel sexy just knowing it’s your little secret.

Lower your standards We’re all guilty of it – checking out another woman to see which areas of her body we wish we could have. Problem is we set different standards for others than we do for ourselves. What we consider to be a great butt or perfect breasts on someone else, we view as too big or too little on our own bodies. And, as Paterson says, “When we measure ourselves against others with these very different rulers, we forget that the rulers are different.” The result: we end up feeling inferior. So it’s time to face reality and judge ourselves in the same way that we judge others – realistically. We don’t expect everyone else to look like Victoria's Secret model Marissa Miller, so why do we demand it of ourselves?

Get waxed Never had a bikini wax? It’s time to try one, says Vogels. “There’s no need to lose it all, but don’t be too modest either.” You’ll be surprised at how sexy it can make you feel. Plus, you’ll remove that fear of any little strays sticking out at inopportune times.

Learn to strip Round up a girlfriend or two and join a striptease class. “Not only will it help you get fit,” says Vogels, “but dancers know how to make the most of their body and move in ways that make [them] feel and look sexy.” Just learning a few moves can help instill confidence and possibly unleash your inner sex goddess. (Your husband will want a private show.)

Hire a stylist Alright, so this option’s a bit pricey, but it’s definitely worth it, says Vogels. A stylist, whether she works with you for half a day or a week, can show you exactly which outfits will best suit your body. Consider it your own What Not to Wear consultation, minus the cameras and criticism. You’ll be amazed at how much better you’ll feel when wearing an outfit that really fits. Instead of walking with your eyes down and shoulders slumped, you’ll be standing up straight, turning other people’s heads. (Visit a store that has a personal shopper so that you can do more trying on and less thinking when it comes to a new wardrobe.)  

Redecorate Painting walls a light shade of pink can make any skin tone look better. “Pink walls cast a blushing glow that gives everyone’s skin a kissable hue,” says Chatelaine Assistant Style Editor, Stacey Smithers. Want to add even more romance and sensuality? Replace regular bulbs with frosted pink versions or light a few candles. Not only will the soft lights help hide flaws, but they can also help you to feel more confident. (Perfect for Valentine's Day!)

Get naked Pose nude for a local art class. ”Why?” you scream in horror. First, you’ll make a few extra bucks. And, it’ll help you to conquer any fears of being seen in the buff. For once, you’ll be able to see your body objectively – through the eyes of others who are viewing it as a piece of art, appreciating the beauty in your naturalness. If they think you’re worthy enough to sketch, shouldn’t you be a bit more proud of what you’ve got? (If this just simply isn't for you, pose nude in front of a mirror again, although this time the new you should shine through. Leave the door slightly ajar, just in case your honey is home and gets a little curious.)

By: Shandley McMurray with Deirdre Uria

 

 

Nude Yoga, Why take ourselves so seriously. !

10 Easy steps to starting this Journey

1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like beggar.
3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is
manufactured in plants.
4. Live with the 3 E’s — Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy.
5. Make time to meditate.
6. (Breathe)

7. Read more books than you did in 2009.
8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
9. Sleep for 7 hours.
10. Take a 10-30 minute walk daily. And while you walk, smile.

And now a break down through Personality, Society and Life

PERSONALITY:

11. Comparing our lives to others is fruitless. We have no idea what their journey is about.

12. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones especially about things out of our control. Invest energy in the positive present moment.
13. Try not to over do. Understand limits.
14. Why take ourselves so seriously. No one else does.
15. Gossip drains precious energy.
16. Dream more while we are awake.
17. Envy is a waste of time. We already have all we need.
18. Forget issues of the past. Let go of our partners mistakes of the past. Focus on our present/future happiness.
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

20. Make peace with our past so it won’t spoil the present.
21. No one is in charge of our happiness except us.
22. Realize that life is a school and we are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons we learn will last a lifetime.
23. Smile and laugh more.
24. We don’t have to win arguments. It’s ok to agree to disagree.

SOCIETY:
25. Call your family often.
26. Each day give something good to others.
27. Forgive everyone for everything.
28. Spend time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of 6.
29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
30. What other people think of you is insignificant compared to what you think of yourself.
31. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends & family will. Stay in touch.
LIFE:
32. Do the right thing!
33. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.
34. (Higher powers) heal everything.
35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
36. No matter how we feel, get up, dress up, and show up.
37. The best is yet to come.
38. When we awake alive in the morning, be thankful.
39. Our Inner most is always happy. Release your “Inner Happy” on the world every day!


If you can practice these things daily in the nude, your life can be more calm, relaxing and fruitfill, dont waste your time in tight yoga outfits and bunching restrictive clothes! BE Free! BE you, and LIVE LIFE!

Cross Posted (& Edited) from Linda’s Yoga Journey by inknudist