"As it should be"

The last time I sat with the medicine, I noticed that I was purging a lot less than most, and, though I knew better, I wondered to myself if that was because the only thing in my stomach was a few fruits and vegetables. At that precise moment I clearly heard the words, "As it should be."

I felt sort of sucker-punched. I didn't see that one coming.

I love meat, but I know better than to ignore the spirits.

Tomorrow will mark the end of the second week I have been without meat. I'm surprised by how little has changed. We still go to our favorite Mexican food spots; I just order the tostadas now instead of the chili verde pork burritos. In our favorite Italian places, Pasta Primavera, or with mushrooms and broccoli, is pretty damn good too.

A friend was sharing on Facebook today that Aldi has Ribeye steaks on sale. I was real excited for a second there.

I never thought I would go without meat and maybe this is just a passing thing, but I try to honor the spirits by heeding their council. I sit with her to garner knowledge, to learn lessons, to find answers; it would seem rude to not at least explore the avenues opened by her guidance.