Another great pice of writing, Adam. That it is on a different front, brings new delight. The unknown calls, and there is only one way to take that call, step right into the middle of it. With or without boots is of little concern.

I for one am cheering you on, cheering your courage, cheering the unknown. You obviously know how to land on your feet. Again, boots are optional.

Bukowski's words are the perfect ending to this story . . . and the perfect beginning to your own. All the best to you, my friend.