"The best is yet to come," Sinatra whispers in my ear and I believe him. The future inspires me. It hasn't always been this way. For years, I lived convinced that 'this is as good as it gets.' For me, there was no heavier or darker truth. I love that I no longer own this particular 'truth.' I feel forty pounds lighter. Like my feet hover just above the ground as I walk. It makes my eyes water just typing this.
If allowed, I can get completely caught up in blame and regret. In fact, it's a struggle not to. Thinking of all the time and energy wasted and gone. FOREVER gone! See, off I go. . . .
So, here I am on the path to my future. I'm on my way. Good for me! Unfortunately, I can sometimes get distracted and then find myself standing perfectly still, completely caught up in some urgent but unimportant thing. If you happen upon me and find that I am standing still, give me a gentle nudge and remind me that Life is Too Short. I'll be so grateful. Eddie Vedder tells me every now and then that 'she dreams in color, she dreams in red.' Between Frank and Eddie, I'm well on my way.
Aren't you glad I shared?
A few of my favorite things: fountain pens, salt water, toe rings and sand
And my least favorite things: camping, clutter and hopelessness
6 comments:
It has taken me a Few days to figure out how to "comment" you... but now that I know how...
I will read anything that you write, Miss Scarlet. Your writing is always deep and truthul. I've never kept a journal for very long -because "What if something happened to me and these were the words I was remembered by?" But this is inspiring and I may pop out of my shell to actually try it too. Maybe. (See? You're an inspiration!)
Keep it up and by the way, I always sing along to that song!
~Laura
P.S. I love your idea and REALLY want to do a blog for the WWW.
Beautiful Barbie, your writing is as lovely as you are!
Thanks for sharing.
Big hugs, K
This is a wonderful start to what I hope will be a long-lived blog. Your first post is very compelling and shows some true insight into your own character. I found myself reflecting on my own life experiences after reading your thoughts. I hope you find journaling like this to be a fulfilling and joyful experience because, like you said, 'Life is Too Short'.
-Susan
I so appreciate each comment and the time you took to encourage me. I look forward to hearing from you again soon. Please visit me here often.
~ B. Scarlet
I am SO glad you shared. :) I especially like how personal your first blog was/is. Coming to the realization that there is a better life out there when you are not doing so well, then getting your life pointed in the right direction, is a big fat thing. We all have the power to do this and I am glad you have discovered it and are "On your way". Yeah!
Plus you are looking to Pearl Jam lyrics for inspiration. How cool is that? In my experience I am not always sure what the words that are being sung are SUPPOSED to mean. But that does not stop me from making up my own meanings. And that suits me just fine.
Again, great job! I hope you post again in the future.
P.S. Sweet pic. Where was it taken? Just curious.
February 23, 2007 11:16 AM
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