Just a sincere “thanks” to all of you out there who actually read this thing. This has been like a public journal for me. I have kept a journal since I was six years old (lock and little gold key included) aside from an angsty hiatus from 1986-1989, but never before have I actually shared the contents. Despite being an extrovert, creating a forum where people read my personal thoughts and prayers felt intimidating and somewhat narcissistic. I’m one of those people who is dreadfully uncomfortable at poetry readings for this reason. Discussing my drawings and paintings with my classmates in college actually made me feel sick at times, which was part of my decision to forego the art degree and focus solely on the education degree. I’ve just never been good at sharing very eloquently. Surprisingly, I have felt encouraged and lifted by so many of you, friends and strangers alike; and I am glad my envelope was pushed. With that, I send a hearty holla to all of you who have sent emails, notes and comments…I feel deeply supported. You’re the best lovies a girl could have.For your enjoyment…a photo of my first journal entry, circa 1982. Flopsy was my pet rabbit and Miss Downey, my 2nd grade teacher, turned out to be one of my favorite teachers ever.
