It’s always easier for me to just do a thing myself. I don’t mind if you travel with me for a bit, I really do enjoy the conversation and suggestions. Do not feel hurt when I walk under the bridge while you are crossing over. It’s better that way, that you don’t see me when I fall.

There are two ends on each quill and a porcupine is soft in the middle. Still, it doesn’t hurt as much as it appears and the struggle to right oneself is a dance no one needs to see. Later, we will celebrate together and I will tell you that you were right and I will be happy.

Garth Smith