It occurred to me just last night while my two-year-old son and I were watching teevee after dinner. My hubby was out-of-town on business. I was suddenly gripped with fear. Well, it was not exactly new to me, and being a writer, I’m aware that I constantly run away with my thoughts no matter how absurd. I would think about the strangest things and freak out about them, sort of like being my own boogeyman. But before I disclose what freaked me out, I want your opinion: is it sensible for a grown woman, a mother in fact, to fear things or entities other than the usual burglar? Is it possible that a sane and sensible person could entertain fears that are supernatural or psychological? Or would it mark you as somebody that ought to get help? The fear that I’m talking about is not the recurring kind. Just being entertained out of the blue. I’m not even sure it’s paranoia already. It’s just a sudden gripping fear.