Consider "creating" more expansively and we are all creators.  We use terms like "create a family" and "create a healthy relationship" and those endeavors call for us to bring forth something that is within us and unique to us.  Engaging, thoughtful conversations with others "creates" new neural pathways. 

I love this post - savoring all that's held in that moment.

@ Scott Young. From your site: "Debate is fine, flaming is not. Pretend that this comment form is a discussion taking place in my house. That means I enjoy constructive criticism and polite suggestions. Personal attacks, insults and all-purpose nastiness will be removed especially if it is directed at other people."

Wouldn't want to be a guest in your home!

Love the photos! Bits of color amongst the starkness, the smile of a child, flowers blooming, "a day at the beach", tending to animals, keeping a baby safe...life goes on.

@Alice - His mother is very proud!

I remember a particular bet that you made with friends several years ago. They bet that you couldn't run 10 (?) miles and you bet you could. It was a great day seeing the then fairly sedentary Ty run laps around the track and collect the money. Let's see... I bet you can't call your mother every week for one year :)

One can also recognize that there are many selves contained within the self. Sometimes these aspects are opposites and just recognizing them and allowing them to dialogue can be beneficial. There are times also when we can challenge whose "voice" is speaking to us. Often times these are the voices of an "authority figure" from our past and the messages received may have been negative. Very nice post!

Dan and Cylinda, You've already begun your journey! You've already kicked common sense out the door and you've invited in adventure, all that is and can be possible. Enjoy and savor every step of this journey!