I felt compelled to sit in this chaise lounge on a single riser. The chair was positioned to face the 3 member panel on the dais.

“Please sit and we shall begin.” The words came not from a echoless voice above, but from the panel member at the center.

Did I see his lips move?

As I turned to look around I was amazed to see the gallery completely filled with a silent, motionless audience.

Were they there when I walked in?

Still, no fear or trepidation entered my heart. I was at peace, like a psychiatric patient waiting for the doctor to start. A calmness washed over me, the only emotion flowing was a tinge of excitement. This was how I lived my life. Turning potential fear into eagerness to face a challenge. I had complete confidence in logic prevailing in a situation. I would never be afraid of the unknown. Bring your best skills and awareness to bear and do not detract from a chance for success with fear.

The central figure stood, “We are the Arbiters. Your race shall now be judged.”