I have promised myself life in the key of me–which I hope is not unique–built on a foundation of selfish interest, structured by passionate ethics, and supported by love, sometimes rage.

My heart is a muscle and I am ready to flex.

I am saying goodbye to established paradigms and hello to my own set of parameters. I have companions to help me. We will set our own courses in nonmonogamy, active anarchism, alternative health, and anti-capitalism.

I am excited in the same way as before any big adventure: my nerves might wish I’d vomit, my heart thinks we could fly. Standing up and living precisely my own life unapologetically is newer to me than any observer may imagine. It’s scary in the best way. I’m 33, birthing my own dreams into this rough world and protecting them fiercely.

It is with that instinct that I offer only this brief sketch for what’s next. Please pay attention, if you feel so inclined. It’s going to be a lot of fun.