[The lectionary for Year A. Subsequent information on Year A, B, C and how they differ.]
In YOGA news:
I woke up around 8:30 a.m. Had a bowl of oatmeal. Got ready and then went to 11:15 Ashtanga yoga, led this week by Jan. There were several moments where we laughed as a group. A first: I loved the inclusion of Amos Lee's Keep it Loose, Keep it Tight song during savasana.
Amos' lyrics to Keep it Loose, Keep it Tight:
Well I walked over the
bridge
Into the city where I
live,
and I saw my old landlord.
Well we both said hello,
There was no where else to
go,
'cuz his rent I couldn't
afford.
Well relationships
change,
Oh I think it's kinda
strange,
How money makes a man
grow.
Some people they claim,
If you get enough fame,
You live over the rainbow.
Over the rainbow...
But the people on the
street,
Out on buses or on feet,
We all got the same blood
flow.
Oh, in society,
every
dollar got a deed,
We all need a place so we can go,
and feel over the
rainbow.
But sometimes,
We forget what we got,
Who we are.
Oh who are
are not.
I think we gotta chance,
To make it right.
Keep it loose,
Keep it tight.
Keep it tight.
I'm in love with a girl,
Who's in love with the
world,
Though I can't help but
follow.
Though I know some day,
She is bound to go away,
And stay over the rainbow.
Gotta learn how to let her
go.
Over the rainbow.
Sometimes we forget who we
got,
Who they are.
Oh, who
they are not.
There is so much more in
love,
Than black and white.
Keep it loose child,
Gotta keep it tight.
Keep it loose child,
Keep it tight.
**I highlighted some of the words that stuck out to me today.
Following class we had a 30 minute meditation, I was asked to lead mettā-meditation which caught me by surprise. It was a pleasant experience, much like leading a family prayer. One woman even took the opportunity to ask for loving thoughts for her friend who was going through cancer. I did not quite know how to wrap things up but Jan gracefully took over and we ended with our typical saying "may all beings feel peace, may all beings share love and compassion." She did not share any feedback afterwards so apparently my freeform method worked out. So that was funny. I was ready to lead a Sun Salutation A or B sequence but did not anticipate being called on for mettā-meditation. Good surprise to have I guess. After class I spoke with Aviel. He wasn't feeling too well, so we post-poned our practice teaching session which actually was a relief. I was happy to have the day free to go grocery shopping, enjoy a walk and catch up on some more reading.
Yoga Meal: After I went grocery shopping I came home and cut open a grapefruit. I ate both halves of it without any added sugar, just as it was. I made sure to enjoy the juice left from the remaining pulp inside the rind, which I squeezed into my bowl. After waiting several minutes I found that I was still hungry so I prepare a bowl of almond granola with whole fat yogurt. This was very satisfying. I remained seated throughout my meal (aside from getting up to prepare the bowl of granola). I had no interruptions/did not speak to anyone while I was eating. I was not rushed and was able to take the time to consider each bite. I savored the richness present in each of the items I chose for my meal. Overall, a success!
Gratitude: Thankful for this long weekend, 4 days. Time with loved ones. Time alone. Enjoyed a fireplace, a few walks, several cups of tea. Met my goal of drinking eight glasses of water three days in a row now. Met my sleep goal each night over this break as well (despite being kept up late with a house party next door last night and a house party here on Wednesday). Hoping I can bring the energy and wellness with me into this week. Heading to bed now so I can wake up refreshed and ready to give tomorrow/next week my all. Peace be to all. Happiness be with all. May there be less suffering and more understanding in our world. Goodnight.
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