2006

In 2006....

... When I was a kid, which was in the 70's, racism was so obvious, and taboo had a different definition. We knew terms no longer used to describe the different races and creeds. I remember the enemy was not from Iraq or Afghanistan. We didn't even care where these countries were. We feared. It no longer matters who we feared or where they were from. We simply feared. We still do. Who do you fear? In 30 years the enemy has changed face and home. Who will we fear 30 years from now? What about 10 years from now? My point is this: Man fears, therefore he strives. What will you strive for in 2006? What do you fear?

... In the 80's I used to write songs. Love songs, mostly. I was very good at it, but since I can't play an instrument and have difficulty writing sheet music, I didn't get far with it. I remember wanting the florescent clothing, those off-the-shoulder sweaters with the gaudy belts, and high heel ankle boots. The best I could do was borrow from a friend, poof up my hair, and wear the black eyeliner. LOL. It was quite the sight! My baby girl does not want the "in-fashion" wear. She has her own style, her own taste. Each year it gets a little more feminine. Maybe in 2006 I will see her in a dress more than twice.

... My friends and I were discussing perfect relationships. We could only think of one couple that had an excellent relationship. Of course, we never take into account that someone might think that the speaker would have one of those such relationships with their partner. If they did, they would not be wondering if they were out there, right? Every couple disagrees, maybe even fights, but they laugh, they cry, they talk, and they love. What is the definition of "perfect" in this case anyway? Who cares? Be happy. If you're not, move on. Fortunately, I don't have to move anywhere. I'm happy. In 2006 I plan to stay happy. Yeah, it's that simple.

... I've made a lot of changes to myself over the last few years. I'm proud of my accomplishments, but don't dare forget the past. I'm working on being better. Here's the deal: Growing up, I let people push me around. When I was mid to late 20's, I found my voice and chose to use it. Now, in my mid-thirties, I'm working on quieting the voice a little. Not to say that I'm going to let myself get pushed around again. Moreso, I am working on not being so vocal that it comes off as "tactless", "rude", or "overly blunt". Honesty is a great quality, but I am realizing that I don't always need to put my "honest opinion" in on every conversation. I could just sit back and listen and shut the hell up about it. LOL. In 2006, I'm gonna work on that. LOL.

You are my friends. I love you. I hope that your holiday season fills you with joy. It's never too late to plan for the future, even if it's a small goal you're reaching for. A new year is coming upon us all. I don't believe in New Year's resolutions. We resolve things in our own good time. What needs resolved in your world?