Always, always a rush to get a byline. I’ve had hundreds of them, yet each new one gives me a special high. As of this writing, an essay I wrote about my spiritual journey leads www.beliefnet.com.

This one is personal and dear to my heart. After my first draft was submitted, an insightful editor sent it back with probing questions. Once the initial shock wore off, a dear friend pushed me to dig deep and answer those questions from a soul level.

I’m proud of the result.