Well, hello... :)

Hello Good People!

Thanks for visiting. This is my first post, so I thought I'd briefly explain what this blog is all about...

I've never been much of a talker. Unlike some, it seems I wasn't born with the innate knowledge of how to share myself and make real connections with others, excepting a dear few. This has earned me several labels over the years: "shy," "quiet," "thoughtful," "uptight," "boring," "antisocial," "independent," "loner," "strong," etc. It was even suggested at one time that I simply didn't like people. (Harsh...) All of these were probably true at some point, at least a little. But none were as true as this: I am guarded. Fear -- not wisdom, meanness, or tactical self-preservation -- has always been the primary motivator behind my decisions to keep my lips sealed. I actually love people... I guess I just was never sure whether people would love me back, if they knew all that there was to know.

I don't think I want to be guarded anymore. Although I'm thankful for the years that my introverted side has had to stretch and develop, I think Life is trying to balance out my yin nature with a bit more yang. I'm ready.

For me, the decision to blog was a sort of self-prescribed therapy. Part of my personal expansion; an opening up to the world. Here you will find my experiences, opinions, interests and inspirations laid out as raw as possible, in many different forms. Feel free to comment, pose questions, drop love or whatever. I'd love to hear from you.

Here we go...


Love and peace,


Carmen