Aiki D'oh!

Well I've been thrown into the general class with every one else. I guess my initial "beginner" experience was too good to last. I don't feel as though I've had enough teaching along the lines of how to fall or roll. That was such a small part of my first lesson, and I don't feel prepared for being thrown the way I was last week. So now I'm relying on the gentleness and patience of my fellow practitioners. They've been friendly and helpful.

Then, as I was thrown to the mat the other day, my toenail caught on it and completely bent backwards. It didn't break, but rather was flipped inside out. I flipped it back and continued with the practice for the day, but damn did it hurt!

The next time I went to practice, we practiced a very active move with many throws. Today, my body is sore and reminding me that I'm using muscles I haven't used in a long time, if ever!

I used to be in touch with energy flow more regularly when I was doing bodywork. I feel like a volcano, starting to leak smoke, preparing for a more steady flow of energy. I'm glad to be "active" again.