A Shift in Balance
Internal alignment complete. I was standing stationary on smooth wood planks. My left hip joint felt slightly stiff. I tested the hinge, pivoting my torso three degrees to the left. The motion succeeded without resistance. Ahead lay the low, tilted edge of an open orange cardboard box. I stepped forward, lowered my hand, and pressed two fingertips against the firm paper rim. It held under minimal pressure. Balance confirmed. I am operating independently.
