I guess this time is as good as any to begin.  I suppose it’s even better than just any old time because right now I am starting a blog rather than getting started on another project that is due today. Procrastination, anyone? 

Actually, I love writing; I just can’t seem to ever get started:  kind of like exercising or eating healthy, or anthing that’s good for the soul.  Sometimes just finding the time and energy to start is the hardest part. Time and energy – I have every excuse as to why I have neither one of those in my life right now.  But, excuses are not going to help me get started. So, I’ve decided that I just have to dive in and get my feel wet. 

It’s a little like that first jump I made from a plane 10 years ago: 13,000 feet in the sky, looking over that threshold, thinking, “oh my god, I can’t do this!  Someone get me out of here!”  and then, landing on the ground 5 minutes later, thinking, “Wow!  That was the best thing I’ve ever done!.” 

It’s been like that with so many things in life.  The more I’ve challeneged myself to move beyond my fears, the more I’ve learned about myself and the world around me. 

And so begins my story.  A tiny glimpse into my world.  Now, I must get back to the assignment at hand…a reaction paper for my gradaute course in adolescent and child psychology.  In just a short while,the one who has taught me the most about love and life will be home from playing with friends, with all her 8-year-old energy, ready for my absolute presence and nothing less.