When you're waiting in line for almost 2 hours to taste the wonderful treats from Maison Ladurée, you're given time to observe and reflect as strangers rush past while you're static in the winds of early Spring. I thought it would be fun to write a dual piece with a passive narrative and the internal conversation.

Of course there are also photos of the illustrious Ladurée macarons in their beautiful green and gold jewel box. I don't like to review other people's food (out of respect) unless requested so I will let you try their delicious treats for yourself...but trust me when I say that it is worth every penny. 

On certain days we feel invigorated but there are others where nothing can dig us out of gloom. 

When an epitome happens we can choose to either make a change or allow it to pass. 

Welcome every "guest" with kindness and warmth, even if they bring sadness and pain. Every day is different but be compassionate to yourself. 

Today was a day of realization that money cannot silence my desire to create, inspire, and make a difference. It is terrifying to step back into something that you haven't been practicing but we all have to start somewhere.

Relief and nervousness are noisy guests.

Whim lead me here

30 people tap their toes ahead

Clicking away at games and feeds

Standing still, people bustle by

The sun beaming as the wind cools the concrete

Chatting all around

Battery drops to 20% and I silence begins

Judgement from ones who are unaware and fear of ridicule

Any day now...any day.