A quick note...

I'm falling behind on my entries because my internet service has been quirky. I only have a quick minute, but wanted to share something before I sit down and tackle chapter 2.
I had the most beautiful, amazing yoga experience today. Fridays are "my day for me"...all of the kids are in school. I have my psychiatry appointment and my writing group. And I have my longest yoga practice (at home) for the week (most days it's 20 to 30 minutes, squeezed in between chores and kids...).
Today I decided to put on one of the direct tv stations that I hadn't listened to a while called New Age. The music this morning was beautiful. I set up my mat in front of the bay windows in the living room with the curtains closed so that just a soft light fell on me. I started my practice, able to stretch more than I have in a while. I was amazed by what my body could do. Nose to feet in lotus position. Complete downward dog in aligned position. Then I started my flow sequence. I did the moon sequence because my back had been hurting and I didn't think I could handle my other favorite, sun salutation. I closed my eyes (I always do when I practice yoga) and started the flow. My body responded with great happiness. I moved through the moves gracefully and felt my body thanking me. Then an amazing thing happened. As I was practicing, I started to smell sandalwood and patchouli. Now, I don't have any incense or candles in my house right now (ran out) and haven't for a while. The smell just kept wafting up and around me and I just smiled, so happy. I continued my practice until it was time for savasana. I laid down to rest and decided I would just do if for the duration of the next song. Then, more amazement. It was a happy melody, full of flute and nature sounds. I started to think "this melody sounds very yellow". Behind my closed eyes, the most brilliant yellow started swirling around. It was all different shades of yellow, from light daffodil to rich lemon. I decided to stay resting for the next melody. This melody was richer and had more instruments. I thought to myself "this melody sounds very purple". Then, just as before, purple started swirling behind my closed eyes. Dark purple, light purple, all shades, just swirling and moving in a beautiful little show. I couldn't help but smile.
Now, I'm off for my day and I feel so happy and alive. I will try to get online later to write about my experience with Chapter 2.
Peace!