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REALIZATIONS:
Firstly, it has been a while since I've last posted something on here, I actually nearly forgot how to post a picture.
Secondly, I realized something very monumental today after making a very bold move - a very bold move made out of impulse, bewilderment, and disappointment after asking a simple question.
Firstly, it has been a while since I've last posted something on here, I actually nearly forgot how to post a picture.
Secondly, I realized something very monumental today after making a very bold move - a very bold move made out of impulse, bewilderment, and disappointment after asking a simple question.
Do I regret it?
No, not entirely.
But I think the most important thing I learned today is that there is no point in further holding onto why you thought someone was great, if he or she can't even look you in your tearful eyes when answering questions or explaining reasoning, especially if some you knew already, but needed to hear in-person.
And especially if he or she lies right to your face.
Even that is a bold and surprising move.
It's times like these that you realize that there's no point in hurting yourself by holding onto those past beliefs.
Wanting to curl up into a ball and cry your eyes out at the feet of that person is self-destructive, self-belittling, and moronic.
Especially when you've been so strong thus far, and already mentally decided to let go a while ago.
There's no point in holding onto these people,
especially when he or she is not there for you,
or don't show sorrow or apology,
or can't even look you in the eyes.
I guess that's kind of like an unsaid goodbye, right?
Some sense of unsought closure.
A door once open, now willingly closed by you.
What a shame, though, especially when you never expected to have to
say goodbye.
EDIT:
TVD Opp
To those I can turn to and to the prospective open and welcoming doors ahead:
And as always, a sincere thanks to the supportive friends and adult figures in my life.
You've been strong with me from day one and I will never forget your kindness, assistance, and patience (especially with a ton of reading).
Now at 124,413 words.
As was joked by someone and I found it quite humorous, so I made a meme:
Arggg |
~xxj
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You've probably already read this, but it bears repeating.
Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.
© Max Ehrmann 1927
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