my illness has kept me on the outside, watching; it makes me feel things very deeply; and i think i see the world at a slightly different angle from most people–all of which are two-edged swords, of course, but great for writing. all i wanted to do was sleep. the gate to the new year is about to be flung open. the 29-inch piece is topped off with a bold 6-inch flower to create a fuller bouquet that stands out. put the batteries and the converter board in the jar with a piece of foam to stop them rattling around. 