Stretching
Bending
Twisting
Walking
All with purpose
Back straight
Head held high
Muscles engaged
Strengthening
The outer shell
So that the 
Inner soul
May freely and
Graciously 
Continue on
Its journey-
One carrying
One held
Each breathing life
Into the other

I have recently been going to physical therapy. It is not my first experience with PT. A long history of scoliosis, a couple of bone breaks, and hours of sitting at the piano made it necessary.

This time, however, was different. At our first meeting, my therapist asked about my goals for therapy. He gave me a chance to think. What do I want to get out of this? I knew from experience PT was helpful. But I needed to think past the initial results.

At the time, we were awaiting the birth of our first granddaughter. I knew I wanted to be able to hold her, pick her up, and play on the floor with minimal discomfort. You get the picture. Ultimately, I wanted to feel stronger.

Today, I am a little stronger. I also have a lot more work to do. And possibly some weights to purchase. 😉 But I now have some helpful exercises with specific purposes that make a difference.

My therapist viewed me not just as a patient but as a person. Both challenging and encouraging me through this process. And I am grateful.