"For only the light which we have kindled in ourselves can illuminate others." -Arthur Schopenhauer In my unplanned absence, I've fantasized about these fingertips tapdancing on this keyboard to explore rhythms of my creative unknown (parts of me that others can't touch), with my shoulders draped in my favorite, cozy fleece throw, while enjoying a mug filled with my favorite Bigelow Salted Carmel Tea topped off with a splash of Almond Milk. Don't judge me! It's an acquired taste (to say the least). As I draw closer to another birthday, "simplicity" consumes my heart with overwhelming joy! I don't need a lavish "forty plus" vacation to tickle my fancy. Give me a "real day" off---without phone service, social media, or human contact. I could use an isolated day or two (off the grid) in solace to fully recharge. Even though I grew some social wings over the summer, I'm still a die hard i-n-t-r-o-v-e-r-t! God's work is s...