I’m exploiting my wedge in a crack. Looking for potential in places no one checks, it’s my way of surveying humanity. People trying something new for the first time are the best forum for growth. Development happens in discomfort and the people we meet are our main source of disruption. Getting comfortable in a routine leads to ruts in behavior. Staying out of ruts is how we move forward. I’m going to a show in Ballard next week just to see the opener, if he is there. The publicist website lists the show but the venue only lists the headliner. Granted, the Tractor always puts on good shows; I’ll have fun no matter what happens.

My right shoulder hurts from doing yoga too aggressively. This is a thing when you incorporate inversions. My hips are solid after two weeks of warrior poses but kicking over to halasana tweaked my back in a subtle way. I’m not injured, just uncomfortable. I secretly hoped someone would offer to rub my shoulders & neck tonight. That alone might fix the problem. The tender touch of another more-so than any therapeutic massage. I have an ability to heal via touch in the right circumstances. People so rarely make contact it’s not something I rely on anymore. Even in a 10-year relationship, he didn’t want to touch me most of the time. Scaly skin and uncaring demeanor, who can blame him?