This was SOOO well played. It's true--it IS a test from the universe. Whenever I take on a new idea, the universe hits back. Every time. Likewise, whenever I have kind of a dark and dreary spell, almost every time there's some kind of gem waiting on the other side. But I think they are one in the same--it's a kind of molting, if you will. You know, growing out of your "soul" even if by just a few centimeters.

Whenever a soul stretch happens, then all of the things that fit into its previous construct start showing up more apparently, and literally. And then POOF! New level of operating. It's like getting a new angle on life. And a new shot at it from that angle.

Or, it's like getting an upgrade. You have to shut down the computer and purge it first.