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The Chaos of Re-Creation

I am a gentle soul that sometimes reveals sharp claws. When I am undergoing transformation, I tend to be irritable, moody, depressive, and snarky. I don’t typically want to be around other people, and I certainly have less patience with and tolerance for people being in my “space.”  I used to be oblivious to this part of my personality. But …

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Jump In, Already!

Repost from April 28, 2014 Have you ever seen those people who stand at the edge of the pool, trying to talk themselves into jumping in?  Imagine this:  It’s a hot, sunny day, and everyone around is having a great time splashing and playing games like Marco Polo and water volleyball.  Everything inside of me wants to partake in the festivities; …