Wow – @passion-ground – it is the possibility of responses such as this that makes the risk of sharing so completely worth it. To know that a complete stranger actually took the time to watch, listen, look deeper is truly nourishing. The fact that you also noticed all those extra details that were so important to me is like the perfect cherry on top. The opening sketch...the raindrops on the window – important elements of the overall story.

The illustration – I had the idea, and knew it was different, yet it felt wise to do something to make my entry stand out. That's part of what's been most awesome about this platform – besides the creativity it has re-awoken in me – this new experience of absolute follow-through. Meaning – I've had random inspirations my whole life. I generally imagine a thing, then promptly move on, without making the effort.

Here, I've been acting on nearly every creative impulse, seeing immediate returns every time. Having become so accustomed to being drowned out by billions of other voices, this has done wonders for my sense of purpose – as though all these creative gems I've been quietly hoarding finally have a place to flourish. Somehow...I feel lighter for it.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for lending me your kind ear. :)