I used to look for some sort of guidance it the words of those before me. Guidance or perhaps they made me think about things I normally wouldn't. But lately, as I feel I have become more of my own and the image of what I want my tapestry to be like in my mind has formed, I don't seek them as much. Instead, I value the people around me more, them sharing their experiences, the time they have gifted me and the words of their wisdom.

My tapestry is full of alive colors and also has plenty of jet black in there. I can't say I am always happy with every thread that gets added in it, but I wouldn't be the same person today writing this comment without them.