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I’ve wanted to participate in this group for the longest time, but I was too insecure to do so. I always feared that I’d somehow drop the ball and not live up to the expectations of the group, even though they don’t expect much. I think deep down I was just afraid of being a small shrimp in a continually growing sea of tight-knit colorful fish. I felt like all the wonderful authors already participating in this powerful support group and community wouldn’t have time to get to know me or allow me to get to know them.
I’ve been sitting on the sidelines for a while now just watching and admiring…Now I’m stepping out on faith. I want to be a part of this community. I want to be able to help and support those who need it and to also receive help and support in return, but mostly I just want to be a part of something I’ve admired for so long. Just to be a part, not outshining anyone or standing out in a crowd- just to be a part, is sometimes all you need. It’s more than enough to keep you going and I want to be a part of this.
I hope I’m able to make many new friends and that I’m able to contribute something of value into their lives.
Be sure to stop by and visit this month’s co-hosts: CD Coffelt, Tina Downey, Isis Rushdan,and Michelle Wallace.
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