A Glimpse Into My Life… Pt. VIII

As much as I do feel like I stand alone… I do have some amazing people in my life.

My parents have been there for me throughout it all.  They have given me courage, wisdom, and support to keep my feet planted and to allow me to move forward with positive change in my life.

My brothers (and their ladies) have helped me see the truth.  They have taught me not to settle for just anyone.  They have helped me grow into a more understand person with how I should see myself, and for what type of person would be better for me than the ones I kept chasing after.

My best friend has been there for me for many many years.  Although, I know at times I haven’t been there for her, she continues to be a great person in my life.  One which I love dearly and will always be there for me no matter the situation.  I am grateful for her and her kindness.  I am grateful for her daughter, which has taught me how beautiful and loving children are.  I am grateful for her family that has never once judged me and has loved me for the person I am.

My other great friends… I am blessed to have you in my life.  You all have been there for me more than you know you have.  I love each and every one of you, and I hope our friendship continues to grow!

To all my Facebook and Twitter friends… Well… lol.

Again… I am blessed with many people that have walked into my life.  I love each and everyone of you, and I am grateful for what you have done to help me with my life.  I only hope that I can return the favor, as much, when you are in a difficult situation.

To Be Continued…

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The Truth Hurts… Or Does It?

Many people tell you that the truth can hurt… but how much does it really hurt compared to a non-truth/lie?

I have been lied to and I have lied many times throughout my young life.  For people to not mention or tell the truth, in a way, has almost become acceptable.  It seems, people would rather hear a very good lie than to hear the truth.  People, in fact, have become scared of the truth, for what it can do to their life, emotions, and appearance.  As I have grown, I have become more concerned about the effects of the lie being told over the effects of the truth being told.

“If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.”  ― Mark Twain

Mark Twain couldn’t have said it better.  When you mention a lie, you then have to remember how you said/told this lie.  In most cases, you also then have to make up more lies to go with the first lie.  Before you know it, you are up Shits Creek, without a paddle, and confused how you get in this predicament in the first place.

If one would live by the truth, one would have no worries.  Now… I’m not saying life will be fine and dandy.  Trust me, telling the truth won’t get you as far with a situation as telling a lie.  You lie to try to protect the truth, in hopes, that the lie will allow the current situation to be resolved and your relation with this person(s) will continue.  Lies will always begin to show their truths; however, and you will then be faced with more drama than the first round.

If you tell the truth upfront… one of two things will most likely happen: 1. The relation with this person will cease to exist. 2. The person, over time, will forgive you.  You will have a stronger relationship in the longer run, because of you telling the truth upfront.

We live in a world with lies and hatred all around us… and look where we are.  If we could replace each lie and hatred with love, happiness, and truth… our world will be a much better place…

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Apologizing…

I have made some bad choices these past few weeks.  I have acted out irrationally. That is not me.  That is not who I am…

For my mistakes… I would like to apologize to everyone that I have crossed. May the friendships still be strong and true, and if no longer a friendship… then I wish you well.

-robert1ee

The Question…

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There are many things in life that one just will never understand… Even with questions being asked, one may still feel overwhelmed to understand a certain something. I often get confused where to draw the line of friendship, particularly with females. I, honestly, get along with females better than males. I find myself able to easily carry a conversation with a female with ease. But… should I pursue anything more? Does she like me in away that she would want to be pursued? I catch myself thinking this… just because we talk, does it actually many anything more than friendship.

I know I over think… and I know I can be a worrier (thanks Mom for that trait); however, my questions make absolute sense to ask. I am a single (well almost…) male. I am a loving person. I enjoy and love myself. I have great friends. I have a very loving family. But I am missing that one thing that people do yearn for… a companion… a female that will be there for me and vise versa.

For now… I am enjoying what life throws at me. The friendships that have began again, and the new friends that have walked into my life. I also agree with the statement: “if its meant to be, it will happen”. And also: “Everyone has someone out there for them”.

So for now… I’m going to enjoy the single life… drink my vodka and wines… and if some lady just happens to come up to me and say: “hello”… I will be open to the idea of something that could be great.

Let me know your thoughts on this topic… Why is it hard to date? When does the line get drawn? When is it too late to finally ask someone out?

-The Other Point of View

The Events That Make Us Remember…

Life becomes so busy at times that you forget to stop and remember what the most important things are about life.  We associate ourselves with “things” so much that we forget about what life is all about…

Family, Friends, Health, Love…

During the sad moments in life, you are reminded about these four areas.  Each one of these are important to one’s life, and these are the foundation of helping us get back on our feet when we are down.  Why do we start to get caught up in the material things, and slowly start to forget the importance of all four of these areas?  Its sad that such tragic events has to happen to realize that these four areas are all you need; however, it’s good to know that when such tragic events do take place, that these four areas are there for you.

“When all else fails, just remember this one thing… Friends and Family will be always at your side… during the sunshine… and even more so, when it rains.” -unknown

-The Other Point of View

A Glimpse Into My Life…

I usually don’t share this side of me…

By Definition… Loneliness is the state of being alone in solitary isolation.

Eight months ago I asked for a divorce from a marriage that lost its focus on what the two of us were in it for… So for the past eight months I have been in and out of this state of being multiple times.  I have good friendships that have helped me along the way.  I have met amazing new people that has helped me keep my head high… Yet, at times, I still feel like I’m climbing this very steep hill all by myself without a rope.

Living alone, at the time, seemed like an awesome idea.  However, as the days turned night and nights turned day… this is just adding to my loneliness.  I try new activities… like this blog for example, to allow me to connect, and at the same time, share my sense of humor.  But one can only hide this feeling for so long…

Its amazing what a companion can bring… But yet, finding her has been the hardest task out of all of this… mainly for the main reason, the divorce is not finalized yet.  For the other reasons… they remain to be unknown.  I know time will heal everything and everything happens for a reason, but this is a hard pill to swallow.

Each and every morning I awake with a smile on my face ready to tackle a new day… and each and every night I go to sleep ready to get to the next morning… Hoping, one day, I’ll open my eyes, and not need to dream any more… cause you will be my dream.

“I’m going to smile like nothings wrong. Talk like everyrthings perfect and act like it’s all a dream and pretend its not hurting me.” -Unknown

This quote has summed me up perfectly for just about my entire life.  Everyone that knows me, knows the happy me.  The one that is alway smiling.  The one that everyone gets along with and is very entertaining.  Very rarely does anyone get to see this deeper side of me.

As I continue to climb this hill… I will not look back and say “What if?”… but continue looking forward and say… Why Not? (with a smile)

-The Other Point of View