Taking the time to write is never wrong. It's becoming very clear to me, as the months and years pass between my more aggressive periods of writing and today, that writing is key to my own inner growth. Writing has been away for me to get my thoughts sorted out, to reflect on indecision and take action, or to simply ensure that long after I'm gone my children might have a glimpse into the person I was instead of having only the view of the person they see from the perspective of youth.
I spent a brief period of time this evening with a friend. It was the first time we've gotten together in over a year and we had much to discuss. It was a supportive and validating discussion and I appreciate his friendship and willingness to share his own experiences and observations.
The takeaway was encouragement that I take back my life, rights and identity. I think I've already started working on it and I'm optimistic about the direction I'm seeing it go.