You made me believe again

Chapter 7

As Alexia lay in bed, her phone buzzed with a new message from Amanda, and a smile spread across her face. She eagerly unlocked her phone, her heart racing with anticipation as she read Amanda's text.

"Hey Alexia, it's Amanda. Hope you're doing well! 😊 Just wanted to say hi and see how you're feeling. Also, I was wondering if you'd be up for some more texting tonight? I'd love to get to know you better! Let me know if you're free. Take care! 💕"

Alexia's heart fluttered with excitement at the prospect of continuing their conversation. With a sense of anticipation, she quickly replied to Amanda's message, expressing her gratitude for the contact and her eagerness to chat.

"Hey Amanda! I'm doing okay, thanks for asking. 😊 I'd love to keep texting tonight! I'm free if you are. What do you want to talk about? Let's get to know each other better! 💬"

Alexia: Hey Amanda! How's your day going? 😊

Amanda: Hey Alexia! It's going pretty well, thanks for asking! How about you?

Alexia: Not too bad! Just finished up with rehab for my knee. It's slow progress, but I'm getting there.

Amanda: That's great to hear! I'm glad you're making progress. How's the knee feeling?

Alexia: Still a bit sore, but getting better every day. Thanks for asking! 😊

Amanda: Of course! I'm always here if you need someone to talk to. So, what are your plans for the rest of the day?

Alexia: Not much, just relaxing at home. What about you?

Amanda: Same here, just finished up with work. Thinking of maybe going for a walk later.

Alexia: Sounds nice! I wish I could join you, but I'm still stuck on crutches for now.

Amanda: No worries! We can always go for a walk together once your knee is feeling better. 😊

Alexia: I'd like that!.

Amanda: My mom is deaf, so I grew up learning sign language alongside English and Spanish. It's been a huge part of my life ever since.

Alexia: That's really cool! I've always wanted to learn sign language. Maybe you could teach me sometime?

Amanda: I'd love to! It's a beautiful language, and I think you'd pick it up quickly.

Alexia: Thanks, Amanda! You're the best. 😊

Amanda: Aw, thanks Alexia! You're pretty great too. So, any plans for the weekend?

Alexia: Not yet, but I'm hoping to catch up on some reading and maybe watch a movie or two. What about you?

Amanda: I'm meeting up with some friends for brunch on Saturday, and then I have a yoga class on Sunday.

Alexia: That sounds like fun! Enjoy your weekend, Amanda.

Amanda: You too, Alexia! Talk to you soon. 😊

Alexia: Definitely! Take care, Amanda.

As Sunday rolled around Amanda made her way to her yoga class the next day, a sense of calm washed over her. Yoga had always been a source of comfort and serenity for her, a way to center herself amidst the chaos of everyday life.

As she entered the studio, Amanda greeted her yoga instructor with a warm smile, her hands moving gracefully as she communicated in American Sign Language. Her instructor, a kind-hearted woman named Sarah, returned her smile and nodded in understanding, their shared language bridging the gap between them effortlessly.

As the class began, Amanda moved through the poses with ease, her body flowing seamlessly from one movement to the next. With each breath, she felt herself sinking deeper into the practice, letting go of the worries and stresses that had weighed on her mind.

With each pose, Amanda felt a sense of strength and vitality coursing through her veins, her muscles stretching and flexing with each movement. It was a feeling of empowerment unlike any other, a reminder of the power that lay within her.

As the class continued, Amanda found herself lost in the rhythm of her breath, her mind quieting as she sank deeper into a state of meditation. With each inhale, she felt a sense of peace wash over her, and with each exhale, she felt herself letting go of the tension that had built up within her.

And as the class came to a close, Amanda felt a profound sense of gratitude wash over her. Yoga had always been a sanctuary for her, a place where she could find solace and renewal in the midst of life's chaos.

As she rolled up her mat and made her way out of the studio, Amanda felt a renewed sense of energy coursing through her veins. She was ready to face whatever the day had in store for her, knowing that she had the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle that came her way.

And as she stepped out into the sunlight, a sense of peace filled her heart. For in the practice of yoga, Amanda had found not just a physical workout, but a spiritual journey—a path to self-discovery and inner peace that would stay with her long after the class had ended.