A bit of ankle pain has given me cause for pause before each of my activities. I move forward with caution but do partake in my chosen activities. Today, it was cycling to work that came into question. I proceed forward with apprehension. Once on the road, apprehension quickly turned into enthusiasm. I’m really enjoying [...]

The question, What brings you to yoga today? was not unusual — though perhaps phased differently. While in child’s pose, I considered the question. Today was different. Today, I would work on letting go of the negative thoughts that have been haunting me all month and focus on the positive. At that moment, this was [...]

Reentry has been a bit rocky. My 1st day back was fought with a last-minute scramble to obtain uniform requirements for YaYa’s “football camp” of all things. No problem; I am adaptable. Then, my pre-commute potty stop ended with the waist tie to my shirt falling into the toilet thereby requiring another change in wardrobe. [...]

My island adventure is over. While I am thrilled to have had it, I am also ready to return to my non-routine routine — to cycling, running (hopefully), yoga, preparing meals, and work (even work). It’s funny, but responsibility truly plays a role in giving meaning to your life. It’s not everything but it does [...]