Walkin’ on…
The wolf is at the door–all hoary breath, sharp fangs, and flinty eyes. Who’s brave enough to invite him in?
I am!
I throw back the lock, twist the knob…
His shadow fills the doorway.
I brush Fear aside, allow him entry.
Sometimes my knees feel ready to buckle. My voice quavers, and my hands tremble. But I draw comfort from the fact that I’ve got a stash of secret weapons. I’m surrounded by loving friends and family. I’ve tucked songs about Hope into my heart. Plus, I’ve got my pointy gel pen at the ready! 
(My voice teacher, Stacy Pendleton, is working with me on this song right now. The lyrics are especially meaningful. Also…while the Carousel version is nice, I chose this one for its Gospel stylings.)