Blessed! That is how I sum up life, from Monday, March 28, 1988 up until now, Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Of course, like anyone, I could sit and point out my hits and misses and should've, could've, would've thus far...but hell, there are plenty more hits and misses to come so I might as well wait right?!
I've am blessed to have family and friends whom I love so much. They've made 24 years interesting. Not too easy...I've been able to make mistakes and learn and grow from them. They've allowed me to become a man and independent and I am grateful for that because here I stand at 24; I have a job, my own apartment, a car (although that b!@#$ is taking me through...LOL...) and I just feel as though I've been able to gradually embrace and mature into adulthood. I have the best foundation a man could ask for.
...I have the best family..my mom, I absolutely adore her. She's the epitome of strength. Loyalty. Love. Friendship. Life pretty much. A great deal of why I am who I am today. My sisters...even my dad...although we're not extremely close, I see so much of him in myself the older I get. I think I really strike the balance between my parents. Lol.. My grandparents...everyone...through it all...thank you for the love and support. All my aunts, cousins, great aunts and cousins..etc...Thanks!
My friends that have been here for the past nearly 2o yrs(that's crazy) and in-between, y'all are my everything, and I appreciate growing and learning with you all!
So today, at this point in my life, I am happy. I am well with my character. I try to make the wisest decisions. I try not to judge others, and if I do, it comes from the best place..because I don't believe in judging other's mishaps, mistakes and choices-especially because I don't want people judging me. I know myself a little better. I know what I like and don't like. There are some things that I have zero tolerance for...and that is okay. I do know that the older you get, the less you apologize for the things you stand for! Which brings me to my birthday wish...
My birthday wish is for people to be more accepting of others. Whether that be, beliefs, lifestyles, careers, backgrounds, social classes...anything that would separate you from the next person, and cause you to judge or belittle them...FIND that medium. Find the common denominator that connects you to that person-1. the fact that you're a human being 2. that they have feelings just like you 3. understanding that you're a few decisions away from being THAT person- ...just learn to respect one another. That zero tolerance I spoke of...disrespect...oh man....(...I'll save that for a later post..)
...I speak like I've been here before right?...yeah I get told that a lot. "Old soul" is what they call it. Well..it is still the beginning of the year. So many possibilities and opportunities ahead. I'm optimistic... and quite spontaneous. I think that is the recipe that has gotten me this far. Can't wait to see what lies ahead... It's my birthday...HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
God is love. Love is family + friends.
Mel
Boo, this blog just gave me LIFE! I am extremely proud of all you have accomplished and the of the man you have grown up to be in general. I love you dearly and pray God continue to bless you. <3
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