It’s pretty telling huh, how freeing it is to be clear, upfront and yet respectful—only to be embraced?
I’ve sweated many a time to do that and yet many I found the perfect rationale why it was better to just take it and be quiet.

Excellent piece Ellen, so good to be reminded to keep working on this!!

Glad your friends were receptive —they are surely keepers!!🥳🥳