As I read my favorite blogs I often wonder how these very talented ladies do everything that they do.  They write books, create knitting patterns, spin beautiful yarn, plant gardens, raise families, and on and on.  I am envious of their many accomplishments.  My list of things I want to do just grows longer.  I think of all the reasons (excuses really) I don't work on my list.  But I think at the top of the reason list is I am afraid.  Afraid to make the commitment of time and resources some of the things on my list require.  I just need to jump in with both feet and start running.  Or at least walking.

Have any of you been afraid to start something?  To make that commitment?  How did you overcome your fear, or whatever was holding you back?

Food for thought, mostly for myself.  If you feel like sharing your experience please do so.  Hopefully your experiences and stories will help me overcome my fears (excuses).