I am not one to live my life in fear – of anyone, anything – even the unknown. It is not courage or naivety. It is an acceptance that I am mortal. Of course, that sometimes contradicts my need to feel in control in almost all aspects of my life.
I thrive in crisis. Wither in the mundane. But I am not sure where I will find the strength to rise to the next challenge I expect to come my way. I already feel myself turning inward, seeking respite in ink that has forgotten my name. However, silence may be the cave in which I remain.
©01/26/2020
Whiskey Tales and Spells 
May it not be, Dana. ~~the last sentence, I mean. I love when you “speak” through literature.
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I know it seems like it would be a choice- but somehow, it doesn’t feel that way. But thank you, my dear friend, for your heartwarming encouragement!! ❤️
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Always, if I can, Dana! 🙂
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Wonderful piece. It reminds me of a quote by Paulo Coelho “Life has a way of testing a person’s will, either by having nothing happen at all or having everything happen at once.” I believe there’s a similar quote from Author Schipenhauer, but the Coelho one is much more poetic. Again, superb work.
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Thank you, Wyatt, for the compliment- but most of all, for taking the time to read.
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