Day 103

My friend Kellie (not the Kelli I’m staying with), picked me up and took me to see the orthopedist this morning. He ordered tests, which are scheduled for next Thursday, July 7th. I’m really grateful that things are finally progressing toward a solution around my knee; albeit no where near as quickly as I would like. It isn’t easy to wait. I will, of course, post status updates as I have them.

On another note, I was invited to a 60th birthday celebration tonight, which I actually spent some time this afternoon trying unsuccessfully to talk myself out of attending. I knew there would be several people I didn’t know there, and I didn’t feel like making “small talk” with people. As I began to get ready, I realized that I was totally caught up in my own head, and rather stuck in my story. When I realized it, I actually giggled out loud. And, I did what I’ve done many times before. I made the decision to do the opposite of what I wanted to do, and I went to the party. What I love about this is that I had a wonderful time at the party, and that I would have missed it if I had listened to my head. Instead, I met some great people, I saw some dear friends, and I enjoyed a lovely evening in my friend’s home.

What I know about myself is that when I am resisting doing something that might be fun, I am well served to jump in and do it anyway. When I jump in and say yes, I can open up to whatever is put in front of me, and engage in it with a Peaceful heart. Feeling a commitment to Stepping Into Yes! makes me feel connected, grounded and Peaceful.