My journey is both personal and communal, surrounded by loved ones who support my transformation.

I was only held back by bars of my own making.

Despite the hardships and heartaches, I stand taller and stronger than ever before.

Even in my darkest moments, serendipity brought unexpected opportunities for growth.

As we transition through the liminal moosh of midlife, the ability to see and rediscover the world through fresh eyes is a powerful practice.

I had to fall apart completely before I could step into my true shape, hidden by a decade’s worth of posturing and accumulated armor.