Roughly 9 1/2 months have gone by, and more than a handful of loved ones have encouraged me to write again.

Hmm, 9 months . . . the same amount of time it takes for a unique gift of life to form and be introduced to the world.

I've started to nurture many an idea, but life has gotten in the way.  Priorities have shifted.  My thoughts have found other outlets for processing.

But, my thoughts are churning again.  My fingers are itching to tickle the keys.  And my friends and family are questioning.  :o)  I feel the love.  With this encouragement, I will write again - - - soon.