To come out rejuvenated.

Getting involved in other people’s lives. There’s nothing more destructive. In my life. Than that. But at the same time, there’s a positive offsetting factor. To deep involvement. It’s the reason I’ve fallen in love. Yes, there’s a delicate balance to life. It ain’t perfect. But over all, life is beautiful. I’ve concluded. It’s dangerous. To care too much. There are times when one must remain aloof. Above the fray. For one’s own safety. And sanity. That’s why I’ve built a cocoon. A place where I can withdraw.  For respite. And to come out rejuvenated. --Jim Broede