2010
Thanks Caron
Sometimes people surprise you. I was surprised by Caron many years ago. I met her some time in the mid 90′s. Not really sure which year. She was a friend of Jenn, and like many of Jenn’s friends, Caron is tall and striking. I didn’t have a whole lot to talk about with Caron but that’s because I prejudged her.
One day I went to her apartment with Jenn. I can’t remember what year that was either but at the time she lived on Avenue A near 14th Street. I remember browsing through her book collection and thinking to myself that I would like to have that collection. Those are wonderful books. Many I have read, and more I would like to read. When I saw her book collection, I opened up and spoke to her. You just can’t judge a book by its cover.
Being able to converse with someone is a rare and exceptional gift. There is an ocean of difference between talking and conversing. And I found that I was able to converse with Caron because there is a free exchange of ideas. I like that Caron is sensitive to statements that she makes. Several times today she said “Tell me if you disagree with this”, and “Tell me if this is inaccurate about you”. I will try to learn from her and not lead with my belief, but with sensitivity.
Then years later, Caron surprised me again. I went to her art exhibit with Chris. I remember saying to myself “I’ll go and be nice. Then I’ll try to get out of there as fast as I can.” Once again, I prejudged her. When I got to the exhibit, I was amazed by her talent. I’m not versed in art, but that doesn’t matter. Something about the way she paints mesmerized me. She agreed to sell me a piece, at a rock bottom price, I cannot wait. I will treasure it.
It was nice to reconnect with Caron today. And her baby is probably going to play profession football one day. The six-month-old did an unassisted pull-up infront of me. We sat in the park and Caron gave me some good advice that I will try.
Today I thank: Caron, LB, Bomee, Jack, Joyce
2010
1000 sit ups
I did 1000 sit ups in the gym today
First Set: 2 x ( 40 x 3) + ( 3 x ( 20 x 3 )) = 420
rest: 1 minute
Second Set: 2 x ( 40 x 3) + ( 3 x ( 20 x 3 )) = 420
rest: 1 minute
Third Set: ( 40 x 3 ) + 40 = 160
Total = 1000
Phew, that was tough but fun. Took a few months of training. If I can do this, you can do this!
Move over "The Situation" make room for "The Circumstance"
2010
Clean slate
How many second chances does one get? None. There are no second chances. Each event stands on its own. I’m not suggesting that events are not tied, they are, but give each thing its own credit to be independent.
Sometimes you have to cut your losses, even when the losses are your own. Give yourself the permission to start over. There are other people in the world. There are people who appreciate you. Realize the ones who do not, and don’t see it as your failing. You’re not for everyone and its no one fault, especially not yours.
Today I thank: Dave, Tammy, Amy, Danielle, Joyce, Jack
