I am determined to maintain the perpendicular position

Lucy Stone

Perpendicular lines makes right angles, they make possible extensions of both height and width. Right angles are weight bearing. We speak of asserting something squarely, making perpendiculars.

People who speak their minds freely and assert their individual feel perpendicular; the corners they create - by their points of view are sturdy and open. Others can use them to build structure on.

It's important to claim the perpendicular, even though we ma feel pressured into curved or parallel positions. If we are centered in ourselves, others won't throw us off balance.

Each of us needs to find our own center so we can occupy our own place. Others will recognize us. Together we'll build high and wide