All I have to do is start

Cheryl Simpson
Sep 8, 2018 · 2 min read

The fear is real, and not because I’ve created it in my head. Rejection. Loss of time and money. Failure. These are the enemies that put me in my prison and make be believe Words with Friends is a better use of my time. Or, a leisurely stroll down Pinterest Fantasy Lane or Facebook Virtual Relationship Avenue.

I avoid what I want in life, what I say I truly want, because the fear monsters are good at what they do. But…

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Cheryl Simpson

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Christian. Wife. Mother of 4. Writer. Play advocate. Musician. Teacher. Technology geek. Crafter.

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