New Beginnings

Here it is, the first day of the New Year! As Laura said, and as Ariane and Trixie reiterated, the way we end one cycle is the way we will begin the next. Those in Laura's class on Wednesday night experienced a strong, heartfelt ending in the form of a beautiful "om", with multiple voices blending in the same sweet harmony that filled the room and the hearts of the kula members. We are all so blessed to be surrounded and supported by one another - and to have the privilege and the joy of being in the presence of Laura's shining love, devotion, and superlative guidance! We have wonderful things to look forward to in the new cycle!

As we end the old year and begin the new, sutras are forming and being shared! So far, the words have not quite coalesced, but the thought behind my sutra is to have an open heart that is ready to let the shakti flow in fully and to let the love, light, and strength flow out abundantly. Another thought that occurs is a need to listen to one's body, to moderate as necessary, to "do no harm". In my excitement over finally being able to push up into a back bend away from the wall, it seems that the third enthusiastic backbend of the night on Wednesday was one too many, and I immediately developed a swollen, tender, bruised wrist as a result. "Ahimsa" is ringing very loudly in my ears; strong intention coupled with attentive "listening" will be the new approach!

Thank you, Ariane, for setting up this blog, and I look forward to receiving and sharing thoughts with you and others in the "LC Posse" in the year ahead. I wish you all a very special and blessed year 2010, especially those of you who have had some very rough times during this past year. Hugs and love to you!