A SMALL HURDLE

As the first week of the course Began drawing to a close. I started to reflect on what I've learned and how the trip was going. I realized how relaxed I felt and calm. This adventure was grounding me even further. I was not rushing or racing around I was enjoying doing each particular task and i was getting to know myself even more. My one worry of finding the right minder quickly disappeared, as I met the lady the school had recommended. She was from Mysore and was the kindest most beautiful lady I've ever met. She was so soft and gentle and had tears in her eyes as she spoke about the last little girl she had minded, who had moved back to oz. I knew straight away, I loved her and would have no problem with Alessia being left with her. The only other problem was if Alessia would be happy to be left. 

 The course was incredible, an hour and half Asthanga practice in the morning, then meditation and learning different breathing techniques. Theory in the afternoon, followed by teacher training and ending with meditation. I loved the idea of all the classes. It was such  a nice feeling to be immersed in something. Having time to do something for me, as much as I love being a parent and having Alessia it was also  great to use my brain in a different way. I had to teach myself to be mindful when Alessia wasn't around, as I felt myself getting lost  worrying that she was ok. It was amazing  Furthering my own practice, but also learning how to further orders. The first few days seemed very promising and Alessia was really happy playing with Sudha, Sudha had also brought her nine year old son along who was such a wonderful child and Alessia was delighted playing hide and seek and throwing the ball into the pool with him. He was so attentive to her and helped keep her distracted and entertained. I actually couldn't have asked for better.

 I could notice  Alessias' mood change slightly and then realized she was getting her back teeth. Like every time she has gotten teeth, it coincided with a bad cough and cold and fever. So of course she only wanted me. So I was being challenged in every way, both at yoga and parenting. I couldn't leave her if she was upset, but didn't want to not leave her if she would be fine as soon as I was gone. It was challenging trying to get the balance.
The rest of the group were extremely kind, offering to help where ever they could. Checking to see if I needed anything brought back in the evening. One couple was filming the classes so where I was missing out I could watch the classes myself. One of the girls  on the course was from India, she made a wonderful meal one of the nights and invited us to join. I felt extremely relaxed and at home here. I was growing to really like the town, it was tropical and relaxing and had a lovely feel to it.






 The weather was perfect not too hot, but sunny and pleasant and I could see myself returning in the future to do another course. There was so much going on and i was just hoping Alessia would recover soon so we could both continue to really enjoy the experience. 


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