Tear Down This Wall

In 1987, President Reagan was in Berlin. He gave a memorable speech. The most quoted line is, "Mr. Gorbechev, tear down this wall."

I understand a little about walls. I tend to erect them around myself. Always have.

I'm like a turtle. I retreat to my protective shell. I poke my head out and scope the situation. Many people seem to think that I put our life on display. I don't. It's just a portion, a glimpse.

A friend who has known me for many years called me on it today. She wasn't quite as eloquent as Reagan but the message was definitely, "Tear down this wall."