Tear drops. Wet, hot tear drops. Sometimes you just can't stop the flow of tears. It doesn't matter what sets them off. Whether it is an off-hand remark, a supportive (sometimes not) criticism, or just a heart-strings pulling Hallmark commercial, it is okay to cry. I say this, because I spent a good part of tonight in tears. Nothing catastrophic has happened. It was just one of those days where I walked on the edge. We've all been there, right? I was frustrated, confused, and just out of sorts. Instead of fighting those feelings, I chose to embrace them. And, yes, it meant exposing my vulnerability - even only if to myself. Part of the road to getting your empowered edge is embracing your feelings and your vulnerability. It is what makes you human. And, after you shed those tears, you can focus on what is most important.

In chaos and creativity - and tears,
JWS

PS. Moms and Dads - it is okay to cry in front of your children. In fact, I encourage it! (Oh goodness, I'm certain I've just upset someone.) Anyway, I believe that displaying certain emotions in front of your children strengthens them, because if you can display that vulnerability and then perservere you are teaching them the essential lesson of resiliency. So, heres to tears! Cheers!