There is an immediacy that comes through this process. It's fortunate that you are so literate, because the writing impressive, even though it is not super edited.

was it the last step or the firm foundation of the hall floor - you might fall and break an ankle or a hip or your glasses.

How many times does that thought cross our minds as we go about? I remember the neighbor who called me from the emergency room because she had made a false step and broke her hip. In a moment life changes, no matter how careful we are.

Sounds like you are grabbing life with both hands and running with it. Kudos :)