Why this name?

I remember being struck by the simplicity and artistic power of the pose when I saw Rodin's sculpture in Paris. The name 'Le Penseur' (The Thinker) resonated with me as well. Deep in my memory archives, I remember being a child that was prone to pensiveness (as well as great playfulness), but one who wrestled with questions that were beyond her age. Having older sisters and feeling more at peace with adults than peers undoubtedly contributed to this, but the image never left my mind after seeing it.

(Reluctantly) I cite Wikipedia for context (taking my journalist hat off and swapping it with my blogger 'chapeau'): "[Le Penseur] depicts a man in sober meditation battling with a powerful internal struggle." In every milestone of my life, I can relate to this piece. And this being no less a milestone right now, I return to be comforted and challenged.

A final reason for my cyber-namesake is that Rodin's sculpture was initially named The Poet. Given that I process my emotions with poetry, this fits well with the overall aims of this space. Here's to finding freedom in vulnerability and sailing into uncharted artistic territory!