Slumping to the floor, Albert sat quietly for a long time. As he began to stir, he became aware that he really was incredibly tired and that he definitely needed a bath. Although he was disappointed that the pie was ruined, he felt strangely lighter than he had in days.

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05.31.2021

Albert has finally reached rock bottom or, at least, the bottom of the hope and focus he had invested in his pie. As he transitions through this experience of disappointment and acceptance, he regains awareness of himself and the world around him. Although not to the extent that Albert did, I can relate to getting overly focused on a situation or something I’m prizing to the point that I fret and worry over it until there is little enjoyment left  any longer. Learning to live with open hands, rather than in a grasping pursuit of things, seems to be a lifelong lesson, but always brings a sense of freedom and peace.