We were on the fence on how to link this Throwback into the FLO of our DISH-PATCHes, so on the Timeline, it’ll be technically posted two minutes before the post referencing it.
The original stories…
Now what is it?
In June 2017, under s pseudo-name, the third of the Jedemi Chronicles launch trilogy was published on AMAZON.
In brief, a hard-charging, corporate ladder-climbing young lady (the Suit) has a close encounter at the café that leads to a life changing experience.
What happened that night truly got the ball rolling for her journey. One of the tactics just so happens to be mentioned in recent DISH-PATCHes — Hands-on.
So we thought we’d treat you to a section from “SUIT.”
Enjoy! -The Gang
FADE IN:
INT. JEDEMI CAFE
Suit in Transition, KATIE is sitting at a table facing a video screen. There’s an opened bottle water in front of her and a napkin with a cookie on it.
She is being spoken to by regulars at JEDEMI CAFE, starting with DOSSIE and FRANNIE.
DOSSIE
That was a noble first try, young…
KATIE
Katie.
FRANNIE
The lady is Katie. Easy enough to remember. So how was it for you?
KATIE
Looks so easy up there, but it’s really REALLY hard to do. I can’t… there’s no way.
She’s talking to empty chairs. Again, it is dreamlike.
FRANNIE
Maybe not now, but eventually you may be able to tackle it.
KATIE
You really think so?
DOSSIE
Oh, definitely Katie. You’ve got the drive and determination — that’s clear. But…
FRANNIE
You were… trying too hard…
DOSSIE
And then you got frustrated…
FRANNIE
Which made you try even harder…
KATIE
Like I said, there’s no way…
DOSSIE
No way going at it THAT WAY…
FRANNIE
Yeah — hasn’t anyone every shared with you the joys of relaxed concentration?
DOSSIE
It’s being purposeful with a Zen twist…
FRANNIE
Which means you don’t force it…
DOSSIE
You relax and it comes to you…
FRANNIE
When the time is right.
KATIE
Really?
FRANNIE
That probably goes against everything you’ve ever learned…
DOSSIE
But if you ask anyone who has accomplished anything… made a breakthrough, it was probably when they were relaxed and at one with themselves.
…it was probably when they were relaxed and at one with themselves.
Katie takes another sip of water and is staring at the bottle.
FRANNIE
Clearly, that’s unfamiliar to you. No worries, Katie. You have plenty of company.
Just then, a buzzing sound can be heard [it’s X – AKA St X – AKA Zup ] and a highlighter green BALL (bigger than a baseball/smaller than a softball) bounces near Katie’s chair. She picks it up and starts fooling around with it.
DOSSIE
Let’s shift gears slightly. I’m really curious to learn more about you and your day.
FRANNIE
So if you don’t mind, could you tell us about your job and what do you?
As Katie answers, she’s playing a bit more intensely with the ball.
CUT TO:
INT. JEDEMI CAFE
View from above. Two more regulars, DOC and JOEY are observing.
DOC
Humm… Looks like they are onto something.
JOEY
What makes you say that?
DOC
You saw how frustrated she got trying to re-create the chair dance… Now she’s sitting down, sipping at water and calmly chatting. See?
At the moment Joey looks, Katie has taken the spongy ball and slammed it into the wall at a pretty high-velocity.
JOEY
Calmly you say?
CUT TO:
INT. JEDEMI CAFE
Table near video screen: Katie has just sat back down after retrieving the ball — which ricocheted around for a while before landing where she could reach it. Frannie and Dossie maintain an even tone — very non-judgemental.
FRANNIE
You’ve got quite the arm. Did you play ball in school?
KATIE
With my brothers a bit when we were younger.
DOSSIE
Nothing recently though?
Katie shakes her head and continues to fool with the ball on the table.
FRANNIE
Could you excuse us for a minute?
KATIE
Sure.
Frannie and Dossie move just out of earshot and talk about the next steps.
FRANNIE
Are you thinking what I’m thinking?
DOSSIE
You mean…Go with what she knows?
FRANNIE
Yup. Let’s see what she can do with the ball X dropped off.
They move back to the table.
DOSSIE
We’d love another demonstration of that arm of yours again.
FRANNIE
See that poster over there?
DOSSIE
You think you can hit it?
KATIE
Of course!
She fires a direct bull’s eye.
FRANNIE
How’s your consistency? Can you hit the middle of that poster 10 times in a row?
KATIE
10 times? Humm… That’s kind of tough. (pause) Okay… here goes.
She manages 9 out of 10. Clapping can be heard when she finishes.
DOSSIE
That’s VERY impressive.
FRANNIE
Ready for the bonus round?
KATIE
Bonus? What do I get? Another one of those delicious cookies?
FRANNIE
You can have another one whenever you like. The reward we’re referring to isn’t cookies or food for that matter.
DOSSIE
It’s much bigger!
KATIE
Bigger, eh? Okay. What do I need to do?
FRANNIE
Switch hands.
KATIE
Huh?
DOSSIE
Can you throw lefty?
FRANNIE
What we’d like is for you to turn yourself around, Katie and use your other arm.
KATIE
Humm… Can’t say I’ve ever tried that before.
DOSSIE
Something tells me you can do it. In fact, I’d say that deep down inside, you’re a natural southie.
FRANNIE
Go on… give it a try.
Without the ball in her hand, she goes through the motions.
KATIE
That feels really weird.
DOSSIE
Weird, but possible, right?
Katie doesn’t respond and continues to simulate the throwing motion.
FRANNIE
Hold on a sec, Katie. I’ve got an idea. First, I want you to take a seat.
KATIE
Back at the table?
FRANNIE
Pretty much anywhere that’s comfortable. You seemed good and relaxed where we first found you.
Katie returns to the spot and sits with her legs stretched out. She’s still holding the ball.
FRANNIE
Okay, now please close your eyes, Katie.
KATIE
For real?
FRANNIE
Yes. Dossie, how about firing up some music — something to throw to you know what I mean?
DOSSIE
Got just the thing.
Before the words left her mouth, Annie Lennox’s “Sisters are doin’ it” begins to play.
Enchanted Jukebox…
DOSSIE
What the…?
FRANNIE
Good choice. Now Katie, listen to the music and feel the ball in your hand. Got it?
Katie has her eyes shut and seems to be absorbing the beat.
DOSSIE
(whispers) Ah… I think I know where you’re headed, Frannie. Good idea.
FRANNIE
Now you are in the video in your mind’s eye. See yourself sitting there all relaxed with that spongy ball in your hand. (pause) Now see yourself standing up and walking over to where you were standing before. With the ball in your left hand, see yourself aiming and throwing to the wall. Nice and relaxed. Follow the beat.
Katie can be seen smiling.
DOSSIE
(whispers) She’s doin’ it, I believe.
CUT TO:
INT. JEDEMI CAFE
View from above: Doc and Joey are observing.
DOC
That’s interesting.
JOEY
Aha! Of course. She’s working the visualization angle. When I ran track that came in handy. Also, it got me focused on running from within, you know?
DOC
Makes sense.
JOEY
Once you get a feel for being in the zone … ah… there’s nothing like it.
From above, we can see Katie proficiently throwing left handed.
DOC
She’s doin’ it!
JOEY
Indeed she is !
FADE OUT.
Pencils down…
That’s a Wrap…
Now if you want more of this particular story, we encourage you to grab the Kindle edition.
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Thanks for hanging with us! -The Gang
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