Tell us a little about yourself, Loretta.

I am a California native, and have lived in the East Bay for over 25 years. I am a writer and editor in my mid-40s, and live in Oakland with my long-term partner, Adam, and two orange cats named Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, who I dote on.

What is your all-time favorite book, movie, song, artist, or piece of artwork?

Hard to pick just one, but I'll say that the works of Jane Austen have been a constant touchstone in my life.

What do you love the most about practicing yoga?

I have practiced yoga, intermittently, for 30 years, but in the past couple years I have really unlocked the full potential of yoga in my life. I was very anxious after COVID, and I needed something to calm my mind and bring balance to my life. Yoga has been amazing for my mental health, and now I practice as often as possible.

What is your favorite yoga pose?

Head-to-knee (Janu Sirsasana). I just really love a forward bend.

What is your least favorite yoga pose?

Revolved Triangle (Parivrtta Trikonasana). But I have been working on this one, and I think I'm approaching, if not friendship, at least a detente.

What is your favorite place to visit OR a place you'd like to go someday?

Eastport, Maine, is a lovely little artistic town on the coast. We have a vacation rental there, though I haven't been able to visit since before the pandemic.