Back in 2011, I showed up late to the Eat Pray Love party. I was still starting to build my resume as an adult reader, and only really beginning to realize the depth of my bookish passion. (#Goodreads tells me I read 1/5th as much back then.) I wonder how differently I'd experience EPL now, with a few more novels under my belt. I do remember it took me a while to read, and I want to say I savored it. [?] 
 At the time I was frequently attending yoga at a Hindu-influenced practice, and if I do say so, living my most intentional life. I even got to take part in a retreat at a Hindu temple in Austin - an awesome experience, and awesome yoga. This undoubtedly helped me connect with Gilbert's journey in India and Bali. It all also feels like a lifetime ago.