Today, May 5, 2012, it’s three years since I first stepped onto the mat.
I had a post half written, about dates and seminars and exams, but wasn’t feeling it. Those things aren’t important. Instead, it’s the tiny things that have made this year exquisite. Warm smiles, sharp corrections, chats over meals, and everyone growing and becoming more confident together – these are the things that continually open my mind and touch my heart. Little “aha!” moments, meditating on big questions, feeling and finding connection, and remembering how to let go and play. Laughter, joy, and vigorous jiyuwazas, jumping up to take ukemi as often as I can, and sinking into seiza to bow out at the end of class, breathless and elated.
How fortunate I am, to have this opportunity and ability to train, this insightful and inspiring teacher, and this loving and compassionate community, in our dojo and in the world! I am grateful beyond words.
