I am working on coming out of the proverbial closet. I have been writing books and stories since I was about five years old. Until this past year I have kept this part of myself hidden for fears that I am sure you are familiar with, "I'm not good enough", "I have nothing to say, well nothing people want to hear", "Me? A writer? Ha!". 

You know what? I am done with that, being afraid, coming up with excuses. My husband tells me "You're a writer so act like one."

First step: Say out loud to friends that I want to be a writer. Check

Next: Let someone, a real person, read my work. Check (only freaked out a....good amount)

Next: Utter the words "I am a writer." Check

Now: Start acting like one.