As the saying goes, rainy days are here again. For when it rains one's own hectic, chaotic life seems to slow down and take a breather in a manner of speaking. It can be a time of reflection as one thinks about the good ole days when life was much simpler back in the day as a kid. "No Worries, Be Happy". It was an anthem for a kid as he/she plays to their heart's content in the rain and not worry about the consequences afterwards.
It's often a given that sleep is the number one choice for those when rain can ruin a perfectly good day. Yet, rain is always needed to quench the earth's thirst when the heat can be unbearable at times. For some, rain can be considered the party pooper, so to speak, as certain planned events are canceled and have to be rescheduled. Yet others embrace the rain and welcome it back like an old friend returning home. It can also be a connection to one's own childhood for we all at one time or another played or sang in the rain.
Yet, there are times when the gloom and doom or rain can be considered an omen of bad things to come. It is a sign that their day might be going downhill from that point and one cannot avoid it no matter what one tries to do. It will be there waiting like a Lion waiting for his potential prey to cross his path. It's just a matter of thinking positive, using MacGyver-like instincts to make one's day interesting. Making up games, cleaning one's house, reading a good book, or taking the day off work and spending time with family. It's the power of choice that makes living in America so great and makes one feel like a teenager who skips school to play hooky.
For each raindrop can be a representation of life. For when each drop hits the ground the ripples that it creates represent the details of one's life. The highs and lows, hopes and dreams, the loves lost and the loves found, and the journey of life that hasn't been written yet. It's like a window to one's soul for the rain can bring about a sense of peace and can clean out the soul in a manner of speaking. That is what rain does, it is needed to wash away the dirt and grime that life can throw at you when driving down the road of life.
When it rains, it's like getting a fresh new start. Things that couldn't be seen are seen again for the rain has washed the dirt and grime away. For once the rains stop and the skies open up, the smells that it brings forth can send one thinking back to the past. For rain is the psychiatrist of one's life that doesn't need payment in the end. As kids all into adulthood we often repeat this saying. A saying that may vary with interpretation , "Rain, rain, go away come again another day. If you don't, that's okay, I'm just going to sleep the day away.
When the rain stops, the skies open up, the sun shines and a rainbow forms in the distance. For we are often kids at a candy store in a manner of speaking when fun and jubilation are at hand. For it is like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow so to speak. For the treasure at the end of the rainbow can be different for everybody? What is at the end of the rainbow when skies clear up for you and the rain stops?
Friday, April 30, 2004
Welcome To The Darkside
Everybody has a darkside that is locked away deep inside one's own mind. For all the anger and frustration that one suppresses over the years builds up and is stored away like old clothes so to speak. It can come out at any moment during one's own lifetime when one least expects it. For we live our daily lives with anger all around us but it is how we deal with the anger that makes us who we are as a person. For friends and family have seen just a glimpse of the proverbial Mr Hyde as one goes about living like Dr. Jekyl. For they hope they never see that side of us come out any time soon.
For nobody wants their darkside to come out and run rampant among the ones we have gotten to know over the years. The transgression and repercussions that might entail when the so-called "madman" wants to come out and play. It's a thought that scares some because what if the madman comes out and never wants to leave. Would any of us enjoy the feeling of letting go of all emotion and not care about the consequences afterwards. If compared to, it would be like Dr. David Banner turning into the Hulk. Who knows what any of us would do, for the circumstances may vary due to the events of one's own life.
Yet it's there deep inside waiting to come out at any given time, like a supervillain waiting in the shadows to conquer his enemies. If compared to it is somewhat like the struggle Anakin Skywalker goes through as he eventually turns into Darth Vader. He feels the darkness within himself, yet he tries to suppress it and continue the good fight. But some story book endings never have a happy ending. For it may take days, months, years, or even decades to come back from a place that hasn't seen the light of day.
It's like the movie Anger Management, where some have explosive anger and implosive anger. For those that have explosive anger they show it outwardly and have issues with the world. Others have implosive anger where every pent up rage is bottled up and at any time one could explode like a powder keg. For if one sees the keg about to explode, run for cover because the shiznit is about to hit the fan. For whoever is in the path of the explosion may get hurt or not survive at all. Who knows what any of us are capable of when we let our darkside out to play so to speak.
The question is would we be able to control our darkside or will or darkside control us? A question that many may not have the answers to, for one has to experience it for themselves. Each of us has seen our darkside up close and personal, for it is not a pretty sight. The key to coming back to the light so to speak, is to hold on to that one thing that is near and dear to one's own heart. That one thing keeps one from embracing the darkness completely and turning themselves into something they would never want to be.
It's sort of compared to the movie City Slickers in which Curly tells Billy Crystals' character to think of that one thing that makes him/her happy and hold on to it. Each of us have that one thing in their lives that we hold on to which keeps them from slipping into the abyss. We have all come close to the edge of that abyss and almost fell in but luckily never have. So I ask you this question: What is that one thing that you hold on to that keeps you from going into the darkside?
For nobody wants their darkside to come out and run rampant among the ones we have gotten to know over the years. The transgression and repercussions that might entail when the so-called "madman" wants to come out and play. It's a thought that scares some because what if the madman comes out and never wants to leave. Would any of us enjoy the feeling of letting go of all emotion and not care about the consequences afterwards. If compared to, it would be like Dr. David Banner turning into the Hulk. Who knows what any of us would do, for the circumstances may vary due to the events of one's own life.
Yet it's there deep inside waiting to come out at any given time, like a supervillain waiting in the shadows to conquer his enemies. If compared to it is somewhat like the struggle Anakin Skywalker goes through as he eventually turns into Darth Vader. He feels the darkness within himself, yet he tries to suppress it and continue the good fight. But some story book endings never have a happy ending. For it may take days, months, years, or even decades to come back from a place that hasn't seen the light of day.
It's like the movie Anger Management, where some have explosive anger and implosive anger. For those that have explosive anger they show it outwardly and have issues with the world. Others have implosive anger where every pent up rage is bottled up and at any time one could explode like a powder keg. For if one sees the keg about to explode, run for cover because the shiznit is about to hit the fan. For whoever is in the path of the explosion may get hurt or not survive at all. Who knows what any of us are capable of when we let our darkside out to play so to speak.
The question is would we be able to control our darkside or will or darkside control us? A question that many may not have the answers to, for one has to experience it for themselves. Each of us has seen our darkside up close and personal, for it is not a pretty sight. The key to coming back to the light so to speak, is to hold on to that one thing that is near and dear to one's own heart. That one thing keeps one from embracing the darkness completely and turning themselves into something they would never want to be.
It's sort of compared to the movie City Slickers in which Curly tells Billy Crystals' character to think of that one thing that makes him/her happy and hold on to it. Each of us have that one thing in their lives that we hold on to which keeps them from slipping into the abyss. We have all come close to the edge of that abyss and almost fell in but luckily never have. So I ask you this question: What is that one thing that you hold on to that keeps you from going into the darkside?
Thursday, April 29, 2004
End Of The Road
For many the hours spent on higher learning are coming to an end. The time to move on to much greater things in the real world have now come at last. It is a moment one sees coming, for fear and apprehension takes hold as one analyzes his/her situation. The knowledge, if any, that has sunk in will be used out in a world that eats people alive metaphorically speaking. It's what one has been preparing for since the realization of what he/she wants to do for a profession in life.
The professors/teachers will and forever be one's mentors. For they encouraged us to achieve higher excellence when some days we felt like underachievers. It's a profession that never gets well-deserved credit for molding the minds of those that have greatly succeeded in the real world. It takes a combination of brains and street smarts to get to the head of the class in a manner of speaking. One can't rely on brains alone and vice versa. It takes both to accomplish goals that may seem impossible to achieve, for one needs MacGyver type knowledge to get past obstacles that seem unmoveable.
One can reflect on the long hours of hitting the books, the frustrations, the personal victories, and disappointing defeats for it was a journey that was well traveled. For the blood, sweat, and tears were well worth the sleepless nights as one comes close to walking the path of accomplishment and receives that golden chalice called a diploma. For that diploma is the proverbial knighthood to greatness as one kneels and gets anointed by King Arthur in a manner of speaking. It's a dubious honor and as one savors that moment, he/she will now leave the institution that one entered so long ago.
As one takes the final look back at the past a bit of sadness overwhelms that person. One may think to themselves where each of us will be in the coming years as each separates into individual paths of potential success. Will there be a CEO in the making, a producer, a manager, actor, actress, etc. Who knows what paths each person may walk, it's an unknown that many are excited yet scared about. Nobody wants to see their future ahead of time, for that takes all the fun of finding out what lies ahead.
For some, the ending of one life, means the beginning of another. It's a matter of thinking positive and continually reaching for that brass ring and not giving up on one's dreams. One must keep their feet on the ground, stay humble, keep the advice that was given close at all times, and always remember who you are and where you came from. Is it the end of the road? Not by a longshot. It's merely a pitstop from the street to the wide open road. Hopefully there won't be any stop lights to continually keep you from where you want to go in life.
The professors/teachers will and forever be one's mentors. For they encouraged us to achieve higher excellence when some days we felt like underachievers. It's a profession that never gets well-deserved credit for molding the minds of those that have greatly succeeded in the real world. It takes a combination of brains and street smarts to get to the head of the class in a manner of speaking. One can't rely on brains alone and vice versa. It takes both to accomplish goals that may seem impossible to achieve, for one needs MacGyver type knowledge to get past obstacles that seem unmoveable.
One can reflect on the long hours of hitting the books, the frustrations, the personal victories, and disappointing defeats for it was a journey that was well traveled. For the blood, sweat, and tears were well worth the sleepless nights as one comes close to walking the path of accomplishment and receives that golden chalice called a diploma. For that diploma is the proverbial knighthood to greatness as one kneels and gets anointed by King Arthur in a manner of speaking. It's a dubious honor and as one savors that moment, he/she will now leave the institution that one entered so long ago.
As one takes the final look back at the past a bit of sadness overwhelms that person. One may think to themselves where each of us will be in the coming years as each separates into individual paths of potential success. Will there be a CEO in the making, a producer, a manager, actor, actress, etc. Who knows what paths each person may walk, it's an unknown that many are excited yet scared about. Nobody wants to see their future ahead of time, for that takes all the fun of finding out what lies ahead.
For some, the ending of one life, means the beginning of another. It's a matter of thinking positive and continually reaching for that brass ring and not giving up on one's dreams. One must keep their feet on the ground, stay humble, keep the advice that was given close at all times, and always remember who you are and where you came from. Is it the end of the road? Not by a longshot. It's merely a pitstop from the street to the wide open road. Hopefully there won't be any stop lights to continually keep you from where you want to go in life.
Wednesday, April 28, 2004
Crossroads
There are times in a person's life when they reach a crossroads, and the decisions that person makes determines the next step in their journey. Whether it be good or bad, there is no turning back and the results may vary. Every one of us may stand at some point and time at their own crossroads. Two paths, one being less traveled and the other traveled so many times over and over again.
Robert Frost said it best in his poem The Road Not Taken:
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
Then too the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that, the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,
And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
Many have either traveled the road not taken and have been through memorable and disappointing experiences. But it's those memorable and disappointing experiences that most of us gladly keep with and would not trade them for anything else. The mistakes made over the years are a learning experience and that goes for the memorable ones as well. Are there any regrets, if any, for when one looks back at the best and worst of times?
For each of us we come to a point in our lives when we stand in front of two paths. Paths that show where the rest of our lives will lead. Would you take the easy road where the obstacles are minimal and as the saying goes, it's basically smooth sailing. Or would you take the road that hasn't been traveled much. A road that has many mountains to climb and where one has to walk through fire and brimstone to achieve success.
One will stand at his or her own crossroads and have to decide which path to take. The decision that the person makes will greatly affect the outcome for the rest of his/her life. It's a tough decision, but keep in mind that the people that are along with you for the ride will be there for you. Helping and guiding you through every bump in the road and possible road rage as one is metaphorically being cut off. In the end when you reach the crossroads of life, which path will you choose?
Robert Frost said it best in his poem The Road Not Taken:
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
Then too the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that, the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,
And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
Many have either traveled the road not taken and have been through memorable and disappointing experiences. But it's those memorable and disappointing experiences that most of us gladly keep with and would not trade them for anything else. The mistakes made over the years are a learning experience and that goes for the memorable ones as well. Are there any regrets, if any, for when one looks back at the best and worst of times?
For each of us we come to a point in our lives when we stand in front of two paths. Paths that show where the rest of our lives will lead. Would you take the easy road where the obstacles are minimal and as the saying goes, it's basically smooth sailing. Or would you take the road that hasn't been traveled much. A road that has many mountains to climb and where one has to walk through fire and brimstone to achieve success.
One will stand at his or her own crossroads and have to decide which path to take. The decision that the person makes will greatly affect the outcome for the rest of his/her life. It's a tough decision, but keep in mind that the people that are along with you for the ride will be there for you. Helping and guiding you through every bump in the road and possible road rage as one is metaphorically being cut off. In the end when you reach the crossroads of life, which path will you choose?
What If
There are certain events in people's lives that they often consider what would happen if they took alternate paths. Paths that some or many would describe as the WHAT IF factor. For many of us think of the what if factor every now and then pertaining to our own lives and the people we meet. It's a constant racking of the brain,in a manner of speaking, when one thinks if his or her life would be the same if that event never occurred or he or she never met the people that are in their lives today.
It's a constant guessing game for we all walk the earth meeting new people while we travel the road of life. As said before, life can give us knockout blows that send each of us down to the mat hard. BUT what if that knockout blow never happened and one continued on that path never knowing what could have been and what might have been. It's a crap shoot so to speak, for we never really know what is going to happen when we get out of bed in the morning. One day we could be hit by a car and the injuries sustained will be well compensated and one can be set for life. For the injuries sustained will be paid by those at fault.
On the other hand, the accident would have never occurred and life as one would know would still stay the same. The daily grind continues as one burns the midnight oil to get that hard earned and well-deserved paycheck. It's a thought that many think about and yet wonder if they could go back and change certain events. Like Quantum Leap where Dr. Sam Beckett goes back in time and puts right that once was wrong so long ago. Changing the past may solve one's own conscience but would it be right? It's a tough question to answer.
BUT the real question here is, would that person find happiness and/or peace if those events ever happened? Would one continue on that path and later down the road and potentially that particular event would eventually happen. It would be in comparison to the movie Final Destination. Certain events happen for a reason, and the lessons learned from the past can be a guide to what will happen both in the present and future. For it could also be compared to the movie Sliding Doors starring Gwyneth Paltrow. One life, two separate events happen, and one outcome, but which outcome would it be?
One could debate it to the ground but looking to the past solves nothing. It just brings up memories that are near and dear to one's heart. Though a piece may be missing, it is up to the person to move forward and have a sense of closure. For the memories and cherished time spent will always be there in the back of your mind. For if one smiles as he/she reflects then it was worth going through those events. In the end, it is not a matter of thinking in the What If anymore, for that is in the past. For we must eventually move forward in the present/future and live in the here and now.
It's a constant guessing game for we all walk the earth meeting new people while we travel the road of life. As said before, life can give us knockout blows that send each of us down to the mat hard. BUT what if that knockout blow never happened and one continued on that path never knowing what could have been and what might have been. It's a crap shoot so to speak, for we never really know what is going to happen when we get out of bed in the morning. One day we could be hit by a car and the injuries sustained will be well compensated and one can be set for life. For the injuries sustained will be paid by those at fault.
On the other hand, the accident would have never occurred and life as one would know would still stay the same. The daily grind continues as one burns the midnight oil to get that hard earned and well-deserved paycheck. It's a thought that many think about and yet wonder if they could go back and change certain events. Like Quantum Leap where Dr. Sam Beckett goes back in time and puts right that once was wrong so long ago. Changing the past may solve one's own conscience but would it be right? It's a tough question to answer.
BUT the real question here is, would that person find happiness and/or peace if those events ever happened? Would one continue on that path and later down the road and potentially that particular event would eventually happen. It would be in comparison to the movie Final Destination. Certain events happen for a reason, and the lessons learned from the past can be a guide to what will happen both in the present and future. For it could also be compared to the movie Sliding Doors starring Gwyneth Paltrow. One life, two separate events happen, and one outcome, but which outcome would it be?
One could debate it to the ground but looking to the past solves nothing. It just brings up memories that are near and dear to one's heart. Though a piece may be missing, it is up to the person to move forward and have a sense of closure. For the memories and cherished time spent will always be there in the back of your mind. For if one smiles as he/she reflects then it was worth going through those events. In the end, it is not a matter of thinking in the What If anymore, for that is in the past. For we must eventually move forward in the present/future and live in the here and now.
Monday, April 26, 2004
Family Is Forever
Throughout a person's lifetime friends will come and they will go, but family will always be there for you. The disputes and hectic way of family life are part of what makes a family a strong cohesive unit. Each person with different personalities, views, and styles living under one roof and that can be a pressure cooker so to speak.
For nobody wants to be around when the shiznit hits the fan in a manner of speaking. The pent up anger that was stored away erupts like a volcano and spews out everywhere. Words are said and sometimes cannot be taken back. The lines of communication are then basically cut off and sometimes ultimatums are given. Ultimatums that are given which aren't thought of because of the heated moment.
If you live under my roof. you live under my rules, a quote that has been said so many times in many households. Many move on with their lives and start a new life and yet others stay and try a compromise between the parental units. It's a give and take between parent and child, a negotiation of sorts. For it has always been said, you can always come home again. For the door will always be open and a place will always be set at the table for you.
As one sits back, one often considers the fact that he/she may be adopted. For each person can agree that in their own way their family is completely insane. One aspect is the family reunion and things can get very interesting at family reunions. It's like your very own Jerry Springer Show, only with no studio audience, no Steve, and absolutely no Jerry. In the end, no matter how wacky your family is they will always be there for you.
If I could some this up with a final thought, this would be it. Sometimes it takes a tragedy for a family to come together and the lines of communication open up again. No matter how insane your family is, you gotta love them. Though they can get on our nerves at times, we have to remember one thing, friends come and go but family is forever.
For nobody wants to be around when the shiznit hits the fan in a manner of speaking. The pent up anger that was stored away erupts like a volcano and spews out everywhere. Words are said and sometimes cannot be taken back. The lines of communication are then basically cut off and sometimes ultimatums are given. Ultimatums that are given which aren't thought of because of the heated moment.
If you live under my roof. you live under my rules, a quote that has been said so many times in many households. Many move on with their lives and start a new life and yet others stay and try a compromise between the parental units. It's a give and take between parent and child, a negotiation of sorts. For it has always been said, you can always come home again. For the door will always be open and a place will always be set at the table for you.
As one sits back, one often considers the fact that he/she may be adopted. For each person can agree that in their own way their family is completely insane. One aspect is the family reunion and things can get very interesting at family reunions. It's like your very own Jerry Springer Show, only with no studio audience, no Steve, and absolutely no Jerry. In the end, no matter how wacky your family is they will always be there for you.
If I could some this up with a final thought, this would be it. Sometimes it takes a tragedy for a family to come together and the lines of communication open up again. No matter how insane your family is, you gotta love them. Though they can get on our nerves at times, we have to remember one thing, friends come and go but family is forever.
Wednesday, April 21, 2004
The Fire Within
Each of us has a fire that burns deep within us all. It is the driving force that keeps us moving forward against obstacles, large or small. it can never be extinguished by any conventional means or methods. We all have that inner strength that never lets us throw in the towel so to speak. It's like the saying goes, "We may be down, but we're not out.'' It is a matter of regrouping, assessing the situation, and going at it at a different angle. Never quitting, never surrendering, always keeping our focus on that "prize" at the end of the rainbow in a manner of speaking.
That fire drives us to be the very best at what we love to do. Though we may make mistakes, it's the person's heart that pumps the flames even higher and hotter. In comparison, it's like climbing to the very top of the mountain and reaching the pinnacle of your career. But to reach the very top, one must endure pain and. In other words, we are willing to give up our blood, sweat, and tears to reach the top. It's a climb that any man or woman would gladly face to get to the richest "prize" in the game, whatever it may be to you. At times, the fire which burns inside us may flicker, it is the people who love, care and stick with us through thick and thin that keeps the embers burning.
All of us have that driving purpose to succeed. It may be different for some, but as the saying goes, "This is where we separate the men from the boys." The fire within us determines whether a person quits because the climb is too hard or moves forward and conquers the steep climb up the mountain. Our will to succeed, our determination, our drive, and our passion for what we love to do is what keeps the fire burning within us. Let me ask you this question: Does the fire still burn within you?
That fire drives us to be the very best at what we love to do. Though we may make mistakes, it's the person's heart that pumps the flames even higher and hotter. In comparison, it's like climbing to the very top of the mountain and reaching the pinnacle of your career. But to reach the very top, one must endure pain and. In other words, we are willing to give up our blood, sweat, and tears to reach the top. It's a climb that any man or woman would gladly face to get to the richest "prize" in the game, whatever it may be to you. At times, the fire which burns inside us may flicker, it is the people who love, care and stick with us through thick and thin that keeps the embers burning.
All of us have that driving purpose to succeed. It may be different for some, but as the saying goes, "This is where we separate the men from the boys." The fire within us determines whether a person quits because the climb is too hard or moves forward and conquers the steep climb up the mountain. Our will to succeed, our determination, our drive, and our passion for what we love to do is what keeps the fire burning within us. Let me ask you this question: Does the fire still burn within you?
Are You Normal
Are you normal? It's a simple yet complicated question to answer. Everybody is unique in their own way. It's the person's personality that defines us all. If everybody were the same, it would really be a boring world to live in. Someone once stated, "Normal people are weird, weird people are normal". Do you agree or disagree with that statement? Would wearing a sombrero to work be considered normal? It depends where one works, the environment that person is in, and/or how that person deals with the day to day stress in his/her life.
For the traits and characteristics of the parents are passed down from generation to generation. Yet it is up to the child to create his/her identity. Finding themselves so to speak and discovering for themselves who they are and what type of personality that dwells inside of them. It is really what makes everybody special in a way. Everybody has that quirky personality that some/most/all people gravitate to. It's who each of us are, in addition, it is how you perceive yourself rather than others perceive you.
For some humor, sarcasm, the way he/she dresses, are just a small piece of a giant puzzle. It may take some people longer than others to figure out where the pieces fit but eventually they will figure it out through time. Many of us do things that are considered normal to us but weird to others. Look at the little things you do in your life that may seem normal to you but odd to others. In the end, ask yourself this question: Do you consider yourself normal?
For the traits and characteristics of the parents are passed down from generation to generation. Yet it is up to the child to create his/her identity. Finding themselves so to speak and discovering for themselves who they are and what type of personality that dwells inside of them. It is really what makes everybody special in a way. Everybody has that quirky personality that some/most/all people gravitate to. It's who each of us are, in addition, it is how you perceive yourself rather than others perceive you.
For some humor, sarcasm, the way he/she dresses, are just a small piece of a giant puzzle. It may take some people longer than others to figure out where the pieces fit but eventually they will figure it out through time. Many of us do things that are considered normal to us but weird to others. Look at the little things you do in your life that may seem normal to you but odd to others. In the end, ask yourself this question: Do you consider yourself normal?
Tuesday, April 20, 2004
That Ole' Familiar Feeling
Each of us at one time or another has had that ole' familiar feeling. A feeling in which a certain vibe/connection that draws us to certain people. It's a feeling best described as seeing someone for the first time and everything around that person is blurry. Time simply stands still or is in slow motion like in a scene from a movie. The question is, is it merely an infatuation or is it something more?
For that person is a bright shining star and yet that star is unreachable. You chase after that one bright star among a sea of stars. For we all have been there as we look from afar and have those uncontrollable nervousness, sweaty hands, and the sleepless nights looking up at one's ceiling. For one often thinks, rethinks, and thinks again of the endless possibilities of might be and what might not be. Should one take the risk and put it all on the line so to speak for one's own happiness? But what of the person, will they feel the same way or merely "shoot" those intentions to the ground and be riddled with bullets.
In retrospect, one or the other may not share the same intentions. For either may have differences in views, differences in entertainment values, and may have differences in one's own thinking. At times it may seem like a lost cause to go with one's feelings due to one's own personal baggage we all are carrying so to speak. Our past determines the relationships of the present and into the future. Call it kismet, destiny, or fate, but in my own view it's a matter of chance that certain people meet and have a vibe or connection. Though the vibe or connection may feel strange at first, one must learn to go with one's gut and either do two things:
1. Move forward and see what happens. If nothing comes of it at least an initial response was given.
Or
2. Never go with that gut feeling and always regret never taking that risk. Always looking to the past and wondering what might have been.
In the end, it's just a matter of what one does with that feeling that will determine which road that person will take. I ask you this question, when was the last time you had......that ole’' familiar feeling?
For that person is a bright shining star and yet that star is unreachable. You chase after that one bright star among a sea of stars. For we all have been there as we look from afar and have those uncontrollable nervousness, sweaty hands, and the sleepless nights looking up at one's ceiling. For one often thinks, rethinks, and thinks again of the endless possibilities of might be and what might not be. Should one take the risk and put it all on the line so to speak for one's own happiness? But what of the person, will they feel the same way or merely "shoot" those intentions to the ground and be riddled with bullets.
In retrospect, one or the other may not share the same intentions. For either may have differences in views, differences in entertainment values, and may have differences in one's own thinking. At times it may seem like a lost cause to go with one's feelings due to one's own personal baggage we all are carrying so to speak. Our past determines the relationships of the present and into the future. Call it kismet, destiny, or fate, but in my own view it's a matter of chance that certain people meet and have a vibe or connection. Though the vibe or connection may feel strange at first, one must learn to go with one's gut and either do two things:
1. Move forward and see what happens. If nothing comes of it at least an initial response was given.
Or
2. Never go with that gut feeling and always regret never taking that risk. Always looking to the past and wondering what might have been.
In the end, it's just a matter of what one does with that feeling that will determine which road that person will take. I ask you this question, when was the last time you had......that ole’' familiar feeling?
Full Circle
The bond between parent and child is a complicated yet caring relationship. Both have expectations for each other, a balance of give and take, and most of all equal compromise. For every parent's wish is that their child reach an expected level set for them. Yet, the child wants to reach the level of achievement in his/her own way and in their own time frame. For the parents, they want what's best for them. Who has the correct view? Which side has the better argument?
As the child grows older into his/her teen years, lines of communication are not always connected. For a parent fear, worry, and frustration set in as they realize their child is growing up and trying to find their own identity. Their baby girl is turning into a young woman, and their baby baby is growing up into a fine young man. The patience of both parent and child will be tested, limitations will be set in motion, and the proverbial line in the sand will be stepped over beyond its limits. In retrospect, that is what being a parent is all about. They keep you on your toes and vice versa, for each will be ready for anything that may come their way.
Eventually the teen becomes an adult and with becoming an adult comes great responsibility. A driving purpose in life and become what you always wanted to be and that is a success. As time goes by love will be found, a marriage forged, and children born into the world. Traits and personalities are passed down from generation to generation as the parent sees a little bit of themselves in their child. The out of the blue a realization sets in when giving stern lectures, disciplinary actions, and verbal and nonverbal arguments that you have become your parents. A scary thought as one thinks of it and a thought one never sees coming.
For you see, it's a cycle from beginning to end. A child becomes an adult and then a parent. In the end, as one looks back at the lessons taught, the advice given, the punishments received, and the TLC shared by one's own parents, we realize that it has absolutely come.........FULL CIRCLE.
As the child grows older into his/her teen years, lines of communication are not always connected. For a parent fear, worry, and frustration set in as they realize their child is growing up and trying to find their own identity. Their baby girl is turning into a young woman, and their baby baby is growing up into a fine young man. The patience of both parent and child will be tested, limitations will be set in motion, and the proverbial line in the sand will be stepped over beyond its limits. In retrospect, that is what being a parent is all about. They keep you on your toes and vice versa, for each will be ready for anything that may come their way.
Eventually the teen becomes an adult and with becoming an adult comes great responsibility. A driving purpose in life and become what you always wanted to be and that is a success. As time goes by love will be found, a marriage forged, and children born into the world. Traits and personalities are passed down from generation to generation as the parent sees a little bit of themselves in their child. The out of the blue a realization sets in when giving stern lectures, disciplinary actions, and verbal and nonverbal arguments that you have become your parents. A scary thought as one thinks of it and a thought one never sees coming.
For you see, it's a cycle from beginning to end. A child becomes an adult and then a parent. In the end, as one looks back at the lessons taught, the advice given, the punishments received, and the TLC shared by one's own parents, we realize that it has absolutely come.........FULL CIRCLE.
10 Count
Life is like a heavyweight boxing match and your opponent is life itself. Our adolescent years are spent taking hits and jabs in the early part of the rounds. Yet, we recover quickly and get right back into the fight in a manner of speaking. In the beginning, we all are merely rookies, just learning the ropes so to speak. Sometimes, for our own good, the bell is sounded to ensure our own safety. Does it taught us up in the long run, that is a question for you to answer yourselves
As we reach adulthood, the hits we take and the bruises we receive are merely secondary. We are used to it and the adrenaline we feel pumps each of us to not back down and get into the face of life. A throw down if you will, a slobberknocker where teeth get knocked out and each hit feels like a thunderous blow. A blow that would literally shake the earth to its core. We spend our adulthood keeping our guard up, punching and jabbing, losing and gaining momentum. We have the never say die attitude that makes who we are today.
The latter years of our life means simply surviving the last several rounds. The energy we had at the beginning is slowly fading. The adrenaline that kept us pumped up is now gone and our knees are about to buckle and are up against the ropes. It has now come down to who is going to survive, who wants it more. Our instincts tend to take over and we push ourselves to the limit in mind, body, and soul.
The final round has arrived as we stand in the middle of the ring. Standing face to face with life. We look back and at the life we led in the past up until now. Are there any regrets, if so would you go back and change them? It's a tough call to make but the past is the past, and nothing is accomplished by dwelling in the past. There is no turning back now, for the only way to go is to move forward.
Life can unknowingly give us a blow that will send us down to the mat hard. With all that you have been through, all you have experienced, all that you have strived and worked for within your lifetime, will you throw in the towel and stay down for the 10 count? Or will you get back up, continue to fight with all your heart and with your last remaining bit of strength give a knockout blow that would make Mohammad Ali proud.
I ask you this question, What round are you in, as you battle life in the boxing ring and have you come close to being counted out?
As we reach adulthood, the hits we take and the bruises we receive are merely secondary. We are used to it and the adrenaline we feel pumps each of us to not back down and get into the face of life. A throw down if you will, a slobberknocker where teeth get knocked out and each hit feels like a thunderous blow. A blow that would literally shake the earth to its core. We spend our adulthood keeping our guard up, punching and jabbing, losing and gaining momentum. We have the never say die attitude that makes who we are today.
The latter years of our life means simply surviving the last several rounds. The energy we had at the beginning is slowly fading. The adrenaline that kept us pumped up is now gone and our knees are about to buckle and are up against the ropes. It has now come down to who is going to survive, who wants it more. Our instincts tend to take over and we push ourselves to the limit in mind, body, and soul.
The final round has arrived as we stand in the middle of the ring. Standing face to face with life. We look back and at the life we led in the past up until now. Are there any regrets, if so would you go back and change them? It's a tough call to make but the past is the past, and nothing is accomplished by dwelling in the past. There is no turning back now, for the only way to go is to move forward.
Life can unknowingly give us a blow that will send us down to the mat hard. With all that you have been through, all you have experienced, all that you have strived and worked for within your lifetime, will you throw in the towel and stay down for the 10 count? Or will you get back up, continue to fight with all your heart and with your last remaining bit of strength give a knockout blow that would make Mohammad Ali proud.
I ask you this question, What round are you in, as you battle life in the boxing ring and have you come close to being counted out?
Saturday, April 17, 2004
Checkmate
The relationship between men and women are similar and yet they are also different. For men, non verbal communication is the norm and acts of mere stupidity rule supreme and thinking with one side of the brain. For women, verbal communication is constant and always thinking with both sides of the brain.
Both men and women are an enigma, women more so than men. Both are a puzzle of sorts where each side tries to piece together a complete picture of the other. Some pieces may fit perfectly and some pieces may not fit at all. Some pieces may be missing and some pieces may be broken or torn.
You just have to work with what you got. The list of differences outweigh the list of similarities between the sexes. Yet, it is those differences that attract people to each other. In retrospect, the relationship between men and women can be compared to a game of chess. Each move that is made is critical and may determine ultimate victory or ultimate defeat.
It's a matter of making each move count, utilizing sound strategy, and predicting your opponents next move. In the end, when success is at hand, he or she can claim the right to say..........CHECKMATE!
Both men and women are an enigma, women more so than men. Both are a puzzle of sorts where each side tries to piece together a complete picture of the other. Some pieces may fit perfectly and some pieces may not fit at all. Some pieces may be missing and some pieces may be broken or torn.
You just have to work with what you got. The list of differences outweigh the list of similarities between the sexes. Yet, it is those differences that attract people to each other. In retrospect, the relationship between men and women can be compared to a game of chess. Each move that is made is critical and may determine ultimate victory or ultimate defeat.
It's a matter of making each move count, utilizing sound strategy, and predicting your opponents next move. In the end, when success is at hand, he or she can claim the right to say..........CHECKMATE!
Wednesday, April 14, 2004
A Name To Remember
Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, Joe Namath, Cal Ripkin Jr. These names are synonymous with greatness and the deemed legends in the annals of sports history. In retrospect, names are merely an identification, putting a name to an identity so to speak.
It distinguishes you from every other Joe and Jane Schmoe out in the world. Yet it is the person behind the name that signifies who he or she is by their personality, heart, and drive. So many have spent a lifetime of blood, sweat, and tears to make a name for themselves either in the entertainment industry or the cut throat business world. So many succeed and their names are associated with struggle, hard work, and accomplishment. Yet, others may fail and their names are either forgotten or unfortunately live on in utter infamy.
Proverbs 22:1 states: ~A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.~ No matter the accomplishments made or the riches you acquire, a good name is the biggest investment you will ever have. A name can be used over and over again from generation to generation, but the person behind the name can never be duplicated.
One day each of us will someday leave this hallowed ground we call earth. Those who know us well or have been associated with us will speak of us in remembrance. Whether it be good or whether it be bad, they will speak our names. How will YOU be remembered when your name is spoken?
It distinguishes you from every other Joe and Jane Schmoe out in the world. Yet it is the person behind the name that signifies who he or she is by their personality, heart, and drive. So many have spent a lifetime of blood, sweat, and tears to make a name for themselves either in the entertainment industry or the cut throat business world. So many succeed and their names are associated with struggle, hard work, and accomplishment. Yet, others may fail and their names are either forgotten or unfortunately live on in utter infamy.
Proverbs 22:1 states: ~A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.~ No matter the accomplishments made or the riches you acquire, a good name is the biggest investment you will ever have. A name can be used over and over again from generation to generation, but the person behind the name can never be duplicated.
One day each of us will someday leave this hallowed ground we call earth. Those who know us well or have been associated with us will speak of us in remembrance. Whether it be good or whether it be bad, they will speak our names. How will YOU be remembered when your name is spoken?
Tuesday, April 13, 2004
Take Nothing For Granted
As kids, we often take for granted the little things in life that mean so much to us. Like the clothes we wear, the food we eat, the friends we have made, the wisdom given by teachers and mentors, and the loves we have lost and the loves we have found.
Life is a learning experience where we travel the proverbial road and before us are potholes which may cause a stumbling block. Those potholes may hinder us from getting to our appointed goals.
Each one of us has had true happiness, great triumphs, and have reached highs that we can be proud of. Yet, each one of us has had true sadness, devastating defeats, and have reached lows that we want to forget. You have to take the good with the bad so to speak, for life wouldn't be as interesting.
It is how you deal with those past experiences, bad or good, that will determine the person who you will become in the present and in the future. Someone once asked, ~Would you live your life over again knowing all the trials and tribulations you are going to go through again?~ Yes? No? Maybe? You, yourself truly know the answer.
There is also the question of regrets. As one looks back at his or her own life do they have regrets? Regrets that warrant a do-over so to speak, and fix right that once was wrong. Would you simply accept the consequences of past experiences or continue to wonder what could have been?
In retrospect, the past determines who you have become in the present. The present determines who will become in the future and the future determines who has become by the past and present experiences. So cherish everything that may come your way,bad or good, for it will determine who you are. Will you back up and run away or move forward and hit life head on? Take nothing for granted.
Life is a learning experience where we travel the proverbial road and before us are potholes which may cause a stumbling block. Those potholes may hinder us from getting to our appointed goals.
Each one of us has had true happiness, great triumphs, and have reached highs that we can be proud of. Yet, each one of us has had true sadness, devastating defeats, and have reached lows that we want to forget. You have to take the good with the bad so to speak, for life wouldn't be as interesting.
It is how you deal with those past experiences, bad or good, that will determine the person who you will become in the present and in the future. Someone once asked, ~Would you live your life over again knowing all the trials and tribulations you are going to go through again?~ Yes? No? Maybe? You, yourself truly know the answer.
There is also the question of regrets. As one looks back at his or her own life do they have regrets? Regrets that warrant a do-over so to speak, and fix right that once was wrong. Would you simply accept the consequences of past experiences or continue to wonder what could have been?
In retrospect, the past determines who you have become in the present. The present determines who will become in the future and the future determines who has become by the past and present experiences. So cherish everything that may come your way,bad or good, for it will determine who you are. Will you back up and run away or move forward and hit life head on? Take nothing for granted.
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