Anticipation

I've never given birth to a baby.

I decided when I was 19 that child-bearing was not for me. I've never regretted that decision. But I have subsequently given birth to many ideas and ventures.

Today I sit at the precipice of yet another. And I imagine it may be more like having a baby than I think.

Not knowing what's in store; having little control over the outcome after months (or years) of hard work; the excitement blended with a healthy dose of fear and a drop of adrenaline.

I imagine I've had a few babies in my lifetime.