the balcony sit

If it is raining, this is the easiest sit of the week. Go to the balcony or the nearest window. The rain will hold the time for you.

Breathe in slowly while you count four.

Rest at the top — a heartbeat and a half, no more.

Let the breath go for a count of six, letting your shoulders go down with it.

Settle for a small moment.

That is one round. Three rounds. The rain will not notice you were gone.

If it is not raining, the sound of the fan will do. It always has.