Today’s practice was bittersweet. Although I’m sure I will participate in yoga classes over the summer, I’m sure they will not be the same as this class has been. Last time we went outside for class I was overly-concerned with bugs on my mat; today, however I made sure to keep my eyes closed as much as possible. When I did have them open, I was mindful to appreciate their presence rather than try to disturb them. I was reminded of this last article assignment, and how the insect was a subject to me, but I was also a subject to it. The only time I was disturbed by the insects was during the final relaxation-something I found to be quite interesting considering last practice the only time I could rid my mind of their presence was during meditation/relaxation.

I became quite in tune with my breathing and principles of alignment during this practice, and I was so “in the zone” that I failed to realize one of my friends walk by (he later texted me to say that it looked like I was looking right at him).  As always, I really liked doing the headstands, and plan to practice on my form/entrance into the posture over the summer. This course has been a wonderful experience and I will definitely take yoga again through the dance department.