Trigger

2. an event, occurence, etc. that sets off a chain reaction.

Thoughts of you returned again, and this time, there was no attempt to figure out why. It stemmed from something coming up soon; staring me in the face, despite no attempt to figure it out or try. Is it fair that something totally unrelated finds a way to still come along? Just like when you put on a seemingly different record, in essence, it sounds just like the same old song.

Someone once said love is stronger than pride, and in it, all of the lyrics ring true. It would be foolish to think it applies to any and everyone, but it certainly does to you. However, there's a peace in knowing, one day, thoughts will stop becoming words on paper, as it goes for this tale. Days will continue on as always, with not a single doubt or fail. You're not like the others, and to say you are, would be a lie I'm not willing to endorse. Yet, peace of mind is the priority now, and it's officially taken the front seat on this course.

3/7/10 @ 1-something this afternoon

Strategy

Rarely was a trip more anticipated than this. It wasn't because of a football game, to see some hoops, or a trip to an amusement park either. It was more than that, and even though the trip seemed long, there was no desire to come up for a breather. The mere thought of being submerged within was so strong, yet there was no concern of passing out. After all this time, a reminder was shown of what authentically good times are truly all about.

Even with that, things are in the way, which we know are too much to overcome. Unlike times past, that reality doesn't turn into anger or any other negative feelings to ponder where they're coming from. It's because a friendship, a true friendship, was established first; one that developed for years, which provided a great foundation to withstand what life tends to bring. Despite that, saying "lets just be friends" is an insult, because of all that our interaction truly means.

Someone once said "quitting while you're ahead isn't the same as quitting," and that statement rings true, especially here. And even though our interaction will be re-defined, it won't tail off, because I'll always be near.

3/3/10 @ 11:24 AM

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At The Moment

I haven't written in a while, because there's been an inability for me to formulate thoughts, visions, hopes, and feelings into words that are worth reading.

It's coming, though. It has to.

Be easy.

2/27/10 @ 5:13 PM

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Random

All sorts of thoughts are swimming and swirling through my mind. For the most part, they're nice and calm, with nothing appearing to be the opposite of kind. Seems like they're going all over the place, yet they're all in tune. And even though patience is a virtue, I wouldn't mind if all this began to make sense pretty soon.

Some days are occupied with uncertainty, sprinkled in with a lil doubt. You don't even have to know my story to know just what I'm talkin' about. Because if you've ever felt strongly about something, then you know exactly what I mean, but once things piece themselves together, it'll be the most profound vision ever seen.

2/9/10 @ 7:46 P.M.
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R.F.K.

Part One - 6/7/06
Part Two - 6/18/07

As far back as 2006, I had visions of a place that seemed so far away, and maybe it was at first. I could see it clear as day, but the way in which I did couldn't have been much worse. It was indeed in my imagination, even though the visions appeared to be real...and even though there wasn't much at the time to bargain with, we both already knew the deal.

Fast-forward to a year later, and the visions became songs, with different characters playing the lead. It was amazing to see what grew, simply from an imaginary seed. Then again, there's truth in every tale, even if that tale appears to be tall. The time was yet to be determined, which was even better, since it forced me to remain ready, and be on-call.

And recently...the visions became reality, in ways better than I ever thought. The excitement of the times came from so many places, that it was imperative for 'em all to be caught. But instead of pictures, journals, and other keepsakes, they'll be stored where it all began...right there in my mind, and anytime I'm in need of a reminder, they won't be too hard to find.

1/29/10 @ 6:20 P.M.
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Higher Education

Thoughts of having tenure comes across the brain from time-to-time. May be hard to believe, given what's seen in the present, as well as the past. Even though the work seems endless, the joys that comes along override it, and make things last. Will that day ever come? Perhaps, even though there's no projected date. Besides, the journey is where it's at, and as long as the vision remains fixed, God certainly won't be late.

Being part-time faculty brings the freedom to move freely, but stability isn't at the top of the list. And even though you can basically move with lil-to-no penalty, it's getting easier to stay still and resist...the urge to just get up at the first sign of friction and go. Besides, things could turn out for the better, if there's less thought as to the current position, and instead just...take things slow.

Higher education can be quite the journey, as is being found out in the present-day...and the best part is knowing the most gratifying success is coming...somehow, someway.

1/18/10 @ 12:57 A.M.

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Confessional

We could be on separate planets

The Earth or the Moon

Heart to heart, we're still in tune

And you know, you know (hearts don't lie)

I don't even care if we're not together

Cause that's the part that never lasts forever

I bet you always will.

-Tweet

She said it better than it could ever be said.

Be easy.

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