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Sunday, March 18, 2018
Woke up at my usual 5:00AM this Sunday morning and will be hitting my mat before flying off to Dallas for a week of work.

I haven't practiced in weeks, I'm afraid.  I'm not angry or upset, but I eager to see what this morning's practice brings.

I'm expecting the following:

  • decreased flexibility in my back, hips, and legs
  • decreased muscle strength in my arms and shoulders
  • a feeling of accomplishment and joy afterwards

Let's see what happens...... :)

Sunday, March 18, 2018 (Part II)
I'm writing this on my mat, having just come out of Savasana.

I feel so wonderful and I'm kicking myself for having neglected my practice the way I have.  I feel whole, complete, steady, re-assured, proud, stable, and balanced.

I did have some decreased flexibility in my legs and back and I did have some "shakey" muscles when I'd hold a pose or move through Chataranga a little slower than normal to challenge myself; I do feel accomplished and joyful too. :)

I feel a huge wad around my middle (I ate pizza and crackers in my bed last night while watching tv so I know exactly where this bloated feeling came from), but I also feel excess mass.  I'm hoping this mornings practice will help me eliminate some of that.

I'm feeling better than I have in a long time.  I breathed into my body and allowed things to flow as naturally as possible.

I'll hit the mat again tomorrow morning while in Dallas and post throughout the week.

Namaste

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