Otter

I woke today and felt so heavy. Solid. Responsible.

When I feel that way I get nostalgic for a period in my life when I felt like a butterfly. Carefree. Sparkly. Nothing weighing me down.

Today I remembered about balance. I needed a new image. Something between stodgy and weightless. Hmmm. I couldn't think of something playful that still gets the job done.

I thought suddenly of an otter. Twisting and sparkling and dancing in the water. But are otters responsible?

I asked my mom. That may be a clue here -- when feeling confused, consider asking your mom. (That's probably an essay for another day). Anyway she shot back the reply.

YES! Otters are very responsible. They swim while carrying their babies on their chest.

Perfect. Today I will be an otter.

Thanks, mom.