I have almost finished the poses/postures for the short practice that I am currently using to focus myself on a regular practice.  There might be a bit of a longer delay than I had anticipated as my maternal grandmother has been hospitalized and will likely only be with us a very short time now.  This morning as I prepared to face a new day in this new chapter of my life, I felt compelled to turn to my practice.  I slowly moved through one complete Sun Salutation and then spent the rest of my time in meditation.  As I moved out of urdhva hastasana (volcano pose) and into uttanasana (standing forward bend) I felt a great sense of strength and peace radiate throughout me.