The Key 2013 issue | Page 4

Biography of a Yogi

Yogi, mother of three, spiritual goddess, humble warrior, and friend to many; Free bird A.K.A Denina Willard is a role model to us all. Discovering a passionate love for yoga in her early years, after graduating college a year early, becoming married, and having her first child, Denina got a job working nights. After a while, her daughter was able to attend school, making things easier on Denina and her spouse. Eventually, when miracle #2 came along, things got a little harder on the both of them, and they decided to separate. Denina continued working nights, and with all the new stress and tension, she found Tuesday night yoga a safe haven. Eventually, just practicing wasn't enough.

She began teaching every Tuesday. People raved about her teaching techniques, and began requesting her individual teaching sessions. Though saddened to leave her friends and family in Minnesota, Denina and her ex moved down to Atlanta, GA in an attempt to introduce their girls to some racial diversity, and also to turn over a new leaf with all that had happened in the last two years. When Denina moved down, the unexpected happened. The cutest little girl you'll ever see-- Miracle #3. Now Denina was faced with the load of three girls, but this time it was much easier, because her two older girls were older now, and could help with the baby and household also. Denina continued the night shift, now taking on online nursing college. Ms. Active employee, and A+ student, Denina has it down. Pursue your dreams and make a difference, as F.D Willard has shown us is possible.