Perchance to dream

the loves of my life

While vacationing here in beautiful Southern California, I realize that I have become a much different person over the past four years. I see a lot of my old self in my old friends who have led the life of luxury here in lovely ol Cali, who have never found the need to step outside their comfort zones. They're the same good old friends with the same good old passions and worries. I always find myself trying to discuss the bigger picture in life with them. It's interesting to hear different perspectives. And life always makes for good conversation and insight. Unless of course, you are the typical Wall Streeter I meet in NY who has nothing better to talk about except work, booze, and sex (or lack thereof). Next, please!

Love #1: I attribute my changes to my headstrong and aggressive, yet playful and laid-back personality. I have gained much more confidence over the past couple years and now I don't take society's opinions at face value so much. All that matters is that I am happy, really truly happy, and if that pisses off society, so be it. I love my self-love. This is the first step to happiness.

Love #2: I attribute the possibility of changes to my partner in crime, who is supportive of any and every decision I make. Life is difficult living alone, especially while living outside of your comfort zone.

Love #3: My family, of course. They will always be there. Blood is thick. It's a good feeling to know someone will back you up even if no one else does.

Love #4: My darling Sadie cat. Unconditional love and a happy meow when I walk in the door. A warm snuggle in my bed so I don't have to sleep alone :) Can't ask for anything more than her affection and loyalty.

Love #5: My motorcycle, still unnamed. Will be named after I ride her around a bit more. I am currently suffering withdrawal symptoms of not riding. Good news is, I have all my gear and I am ready to tear up the road in 3 days!

Love #6: All the good people with good hearts in the world. They make the world go round. They stand defiantly flashing their happiness in the face of our chaotic and corrupt society. Happiness breeds good people. Unfortunately, so many people are masochists and revel in their own boredom and/or depression. Even more unfortunately is that they are too busy being masochists and don't realize they are being just so.

upcoming post: "it's a wonderful life" - influencing other people's lives

posted by Eunice @ 4:57 PM