Many of you know my Dog Sadie but for the past few years she has been battling with pulmonary fibrosis but last week was having major health problems. Making the decision to go to the ER is never easy choice; however I think it is that way for many of us. Doubt creeps in and makes you wonder ' is this urgent or could it wait'.

Additionally we had heard that many of the Animal ER's were filled; dealing with a dog flu. So we didn't want to bother them or take Sadie to a place that was crowded with a virus. But finally, at 5am, my instincts knew it was time. We had to call many ER's till we found one that had space. Later my husband thanked me for knowing because he was too scared and uncertain to admit it.

Emotions can tell us things and then show up in the physical body but we often disregard it quite simply because we deny it. "Yoga", the word, means to reconnect and with a practice you find yourself more aware when you feel yourself pushing away. Yes we have to learn to feel again. For me it could be observing my chest tighten, breath is shallow or eyes tearing up; observe my physical avoidance. I will notice my reaction and words I am using as well; very aware of when I use words like "Want" or "Should" as that is often me covering up reality.

Instead yoga can help me redefine reality. I can be with the moment but include other facts I wasn't considering which allows for more creativity, choices and options.

Sadie improved which was a surprise because we were being prepared for the worse. I found myself trusting what my body's message and what I needed in that time. She has been home and we are quite lucky to have more days ahead. We don't know for how long but then again...none of us know that. So I continue to appreciate each moment with everyone.

The workshops I am leading this weekend are almost sold out so if you want to come don't wait to register. Also Tonight I am leading online sound bowl for Life With Cancer which is listed below as well.

Stay safe and hope to see you in person or online.