Over the years, I had somehow discovered that when I put pen to paper, it slowed my mind down to about the speed of how fast I could write, and I got clarity. Then I discovered, by reading some of my writings aloud, that my story and the way I put things was interesting for others to listen to. From there, I discovered I had a special talent. I could stand in front of folks and tell stories about myself, my life, my upbringing and, yes, my struggles, and people would be wildly entertained. And more than willing to dig into their pockets to hear and see me and listen to what I had to say.
