Wow, Bill! I have never had a response that was a beautiful, whole-hearted piece of its own about the power of believing in yourself. Thank you for this. I am envisioning myself as a successful (i.e. money-making) writer because I do believe that "We become what we think about!" You've obviously put that philosophy into practice and became what you wanted to be. Your memoir eloquently states the deeper crux of this piece. I always appreciate the time and thought you put into your responses. My best to you. (My first book, a memoir, "The Magic of Ordinary," will be released in January.) I continue to believe I can fulfill my lifelong dream of making a living with words.