This time I was with you from the very beginning, Rick! I can relate to everything here. Letting my writing slip to the bottom of the pile, feeling like it's a self indulgence that I don't have the time or luxury for. And yes, the fear ... the fear of sending something out into the world (that's not quite ready, that COULD be better if I edited it a little more) where it might be hated, or even worse .... ignored or overlooked. You hit them all! Thank you.