When you come to the edge of all the light you have, and must take a step into the darkness of the unknown, believe that one of two things will happen. Either there will be something solid for you to stand on - or you will be taught how to fly. —Patrick Overton
“When you come to the edge of all the light you have, and must take a step into the darkness of the unknown, believe that one of two things will happen. Either there will be something solid for you to stand on - or you will be taught how to fly.”

Patrick Overton Author, poet, teacher

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Seattle, WA JULY 14, 2016
If you don't like your life then change it! Don't be shy, give it a try. You can do it!

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