Just a bump in the road........

Finally hit a rough patch in what I would call a pretty successful year so far. Only thing that I am not proud of is how Ive handled everything. Anytime you see a moment you can really prove something to yourself and fail miserably, it is going to feel twice as bad as it probably really is. All you can do really is pick yourself up, and get back on the horse. Everyone falls, but does everyone get back up? That is the question each of us have to ask ourselves in the end. So hopefully, that is what I can do.

Other than that, things do seem to be pretty darn good. Guess that's what grinding it out does for ya..........

Do you need mountains exactly?

So I got my much needed walk in, but not how I originally planned it. Instead of the peace and solace of the mountains, I took the more urban route. And still feel just as free afterwards. Took way too much time going from place to place instead of parking myself and really getting the full effect of what I needed the whole thing for to begin with. But I really really love Chattanooga. There is just so much to look at and do, especially in downtown. And I found a good reason to go back in late spring because my favorite bridge to walk across is under construction. So me and the bridge have a lot in common right now. (ps, I got to walk 3/4ths of it, but that last little bit was closed off to enjoy, talk about your irony) So hopefully by May we are both geared up and ready to go. Hopefully the weekend goes well and some random occuraance happens that I feel like I should share with the world. Till next time........

I really need to take a hike.............

Its been a while..................since Ive climbed that peak. That peak that we all occasionally need to reach. When we all feel like the valleys have taken over us, and no way to get out. The rocks of daily life covering us and taking our life away moment by moment. Ok, I really do need to go hiking. The imagery may have been a bit dramatic, but nothing really clears my head like taking an adventure in the open world away from the nonsense that is civilization. And I am certain I am not alone with this passion. So I really should finally take advantage of the down time from work and take an adventure once again. whether it be alone or with another traveler, I should be able to figure out something about myself, and about my surroundings. Those are the things that really can define you as a person. (qualities, for anyone that is like me and needs the occasional bluntness) So wish me luck to find my place to go hiking, or at least a place outside of what we call society so I can recharge my batteries, sort out the crap, whatever you want to call it. And then I'll share what I learned about it. If you get a chance, go do the same, find out about yourself, tell him or her hi as well. I like meeting new people

and goodwill towards men.....(and women)

So havent really got to share all that much with anyone verbally lately, been sharing more on a literal materialistic level with the world lately. Upon realizing I truly hadnt moved in my home, even though ive lived there for almost two years, a spring cleaning was in order. Bags upon bags of stuff and or trash was taken away from my house. I am going to admit, some of the books and movies did go towards getting new things that I was going to buy eventually..........the majority was given away. And then, I sent the rest to Goodwill. I even gave away a stereo I owned the entire time I have lived outside of my parents house(8 years). The point I am making with this is I do feel a lot better and seems to give me a sort of fresh start on a lot of things. And by the look by the free bin five minutes after i dropped it off, its sort of recycling things I didnt need anymore. Not saying everyone should do a spring cleaning, but if you feel like you need a new jump start on life, liberty, and the pursuit of doing whatever you want; it very well could do it......

a quest, a mission, and a job well done.............

So, the offseason continues as planned. And when I say planned, I mean I really havent made any plans at all. And really cant say that Ive made the safest of decisions, but life isnt about being safe. Its about doing things that occasionally dont make any sense to most people, but mean something to you personally. However, sometimes there can be consequences, which if you can think openmindedly about it and take what life gives, you'll be doing better than most people. What I did that would be very questionable was drive 100 miles through a snowstorm with questionable tires. Which, dont we all do such things in a figurative sense each and every day? We involve ourselves with people that are questionable which can threaten our sense of individualism. We go miles and miles on things we really dont know whether or not we will reach our destination. Essentially yesterday was a visual journey of what I went through last year in a mental sense. And every subsequent event after my friend and I made it to our destination kinda had that same feel to it. And I have to say yesterday was my favorite day of this young year (so far......) in all senses. So I hope that everyone has the chance and opportunity to go out of the realm of common sense and do something that makes uncommon sense. Maybe go do something out of character, I sure plan on continuing to do so. I bet you find things about yourself you really didnt know. However, if you get the full experience I did, you may feel a bit weak the next morning. Till the next adventure.........

A lapse in time and space..................

Sometimes, due to the chain of events that lead up to an unplanned conclusion, we all learn something about ourselves. And hopefully have the time and energy to process and even analyze the situation properly. And that moment happened to me late last night. The chain of events or the conclusion arent whats important here, only what Ive learned. And personally, I believe behind the controlled sensible person there is someone else that needed to get out. Like suppressing a small child in a corner, that is what I have done to a part of the being I call myself. And I wonder what everyone else suppresses or holds back for what I am sure feels like the greater good. The real question..............Is it for the greater good? Personally, its not an easy choice. During my process of trying to "grow up", I have not taken enough time to be free and just go with the wind. Therefore when I finally let a little bit of it out, I go haywire (or just not controlled). So I have learned that to ultimately be the person I want to be, I am going to have to give myself more freedom to express all the aspects of myself. Otherwise there could be a moment that I self-destruct and all that I have worked on will be lost. I really do believe though, that doing for those that I do not know and actually enjoying things for the moment will ultimately help in this area. And probably an occasional kick in the behind for good measure. And that, will be a chain of events that will lead to a happy conclusion...................

the offseason begins.......

So its my favorite time of the year yet again! yeah sure, its cold nasty and seems like everything is dead 2 the world.....but I still love it. No slacks, dressup shirt, or even shaving. Speaking of that, I want to take a moment to talk about beards. Beards are wonderful! Sure it takes time to grow them, but most things worth having take time. They keep your face warm, make u look distinguished if u take care of them, and just plain manly. Unfortunately some people give beards a bad name by being creepy. But when they get arrested and have to shave.......they still look in fact creepy. So dont hate on beards! Ok, back to reality......the offseason really is a good time to evaluate the year behind and plan the year ahead. So as my offseason happens to be in January, I think everyone should take time away from their normal schedule to enjoy their won little "offseason" Meanwhile Ill keep you posted on mine!

What can a new year mean to you?

Ahhhh, another new year for everyone. Hopefully everyone has been thankful that they have been blessed to see another year, and feel a fresh sense of hope that anything is possible. If not, reassess yourself and that you should have those thoughts. Personally, Ive had a pretty good start with just relaxing, getting a little cleaning done, and spending time with the family. Did all the southern tradition eating for luck and money (maybe itll work)and feel quite festive myself. So I know what this year can and will mean to me. It means that I have a new start on everything and I will take advantage of this new opportunity. May everyone else do the same. Talk to everyone soon............