Body

I'm always impressed by people who have gained complete mastery of their bodies. The discipline involved, the talent, and the sheer guts of it all is at once amazing and very beautiful. I was sent the following link to someone who has done one of those obstacle course things on TV:



I know, this is kind of a silly, frivolous thing. But it just highlights how athletes, artists, dancers, etc have gained such control and discipline and strength. It's truly a lovely thing. It almost makes me want to get off the couch... ;) (almost)

I really think that this is not dissimilar to concert musicians, singers, and visual artists, who have mastered their bodies not to perform feats of strength, but to create beautiful works of art. Being somewhat of an artist myself, I can attest to the skill and mastery needed to guide a pencil where and how desired. To me, it's every bit as challenging and requires as much talent to perform. Add to that the education, experience, and training that artists must achieve, and it becomes as much a mental exercise as a physical.

Here's Bill Watrous, to take you out for today. Enjoy!