I wish I were more open to the success of others. Although I want to see people do well, I sometimes become jealous of their accomplishments and the attention garnered thereby. What's wrong with me?
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I would like to see an end to the dramatic spike in gas prices. Also, I would like to see an end to the parade of ill-mannered people living in my hometown. Honestly, what happened to "southern hospitality"? These people make the whole region look bad.
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It's the wee hours of morning on Wednesday, and I have to go to work again today. Although I always intend to do my job well, I'd have to say my highest calling will be to enjoy my evening off. I just need to relax!
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I'm finally making progress in my effort to stop pulling out my eyelashes. My two calico sister-cats are turning 13 on May 10. It's planting season, so Mother has spent a significant amount of time outside lately, digging around in the dirt and coming inside with leaves in her hair.
I think if we reported on every community, down to minute details, the news would be much more personal and incorporate an array of human emotion rather than only disasters. There should be a 24-hour network dedicated to broadcasting from communities around the country. The reporters should drive blue and yellow vans and be very approachable. Such is my plan.
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When I joined this network and starting participating in a blog
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To me, "enough" signifies that I'll stop trying to learn, understand, and compromise. I don't think I'll ever have enough. After all, I'm a virgo. We're perfectionists.
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I want to be a person who, when attending my high school reunion, people say, "Whoa. Is that really her?" That's how much I want to grow and change. No more insecurities, no more myopic view of the world. I want to be well-traveled, knowledgeable and open to new ideas. ...and I want to be well-dressed for the occasion.
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I want to live in a world where people are a little more selfless. Also, I'd like to see a world without Peeps. Those sugary coated marshmallows are disgusting.
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Anticipatory, Genuine, Dedicated
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Magical Thinking by Augusten Burroughs
I always wonder at people who are successful with comedic writing. What's their secret?
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Make a decision about your future! You can't stay in this place forever. Quit doubting yourself and take a risk. Make a change.
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I do. The world is too fantastic to have developed on its own.
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I sometimes wonder if happiness comes from naivete or ignorance. I've even equated happiness with a lack of ambition. Lately, though, I've begun to think it can result from simply being content just knowing that you're working toward a goal rather than being satisfied only once you've reached it. You are going places; it just takes time to get there.
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My hairstyle. I've had the same one for about 14 years. Something that it would take more than just a pair of scissors to change? Perhaps the stubborn and somewhat caustic streak in my personality would be difficult to break.
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I'm happy when someone inserts my name into our conversation, such as: "So, Timber, how much longer are you going to wear that cheese hat?" I also like it when people remember something seemingly insignificant about me. For example, I love bright blue jeep Wranglers, yellow highlighters, and blueberries. I enjoy sunshine and just driving around. I also get excited about chapstick and properly organized folders, preferably color coded.
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Sufficient body heat. I think I'm anemic. Oh, and my friend Adam. His school and my work schedules differ greatly.
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Move it into a money market account so it might actually earn enough interest to cover annual inflation. I'd also travel, buy my parents a new house, and donate money to HIV research.
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Even though I was young, I was completely exhilarated when Sid Bream slid into home in the 1992 National League Championship Series. "He is...safe!!! Braves win! Braves win! Braves win!" Whenever I hear the word "safe," Skip Carey plays on a loop in my head.
It's always been comforting for someone to tell me I'm safe. I guess I just haven't been betrayed by any of those people yet.
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I'm sure there are lots of people who would for like me to be cloned, just so they could have me all to themselves. I just don't think it's a good idea.
Rather than arguing simply from the "Let's not play God" standpoint, I'll contend that I kind of enjoy being the only one of me. I'd hate to sacrifice my unique qualities...even to myself. It's strange to even consider the possibility. Though I may sometimes feel ostracized, I usually take pride in my eccentricity. If there were too many people just like you, wouldn't you become normal? *gasp*
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Yes, I'll admit it. I'm green with jealousy of the well-to-do, beautiful girls, young entrepreneurs, and anyone who is even marginally better than I am at anything. Yet, as my eyes turn green with envy, at least I'm carrying my reusable shopping bags, driving a fuel efficient car, consolidating trips to town, conserving water, and using as much natural lighting as possible during the day.
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I've finally found a way out of my hometown. I'm still searching for an apartment, though, and some good, loyal friends. Either I always attract selfish people or that personality trait is just a natural trend in the population. I'm hoping it's the former. Maybe I can locate some genuine people in the world.
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My mother is absolutely amazing. I am in awe of how she can muster the patience to deal with our family. She is forever selfless, constantly taking care of everyone. She gives thoughtful gifts because she's always listening, really listening when we talk. Sometimes I wonder if I'll ever become a mother. If I do, I hope I can enrich my children's lives as much as my mother has ours.
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The attention. Watch me blow out the candles on my favorite flavored cake, then admire my presents. Yes, birthdays are wonderful.
I also just really like the idea that everyone has a special day for him/herself. I love getting people thoughtful gifts--a trait I inherited from my mother. I often get way too excited about birthdays, but I think people usually appreciate the attention.
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I've always loved driving and listening to music, which is yet another reason I find the recent spike in gas prices to be so alarming. I also enjoy swinging on the swing set in our backyard, petting our cats, and helping others succeed.
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Being accomodating to strangers
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Sometimes I think I'm the personification of that annoyingly ethical inner voice, urging people to do what's right "just because." I was either born with a particularly rigid conscience or it was instilled in me growing up. Whatever the reason for my own strong sense of right and wrong, I've never understood why people lie and cheat.
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Whenever I notice loyalty or dedication, I'm instantly drawn to a person. For instance, if someone is protective of his/her family, I gravitate to that person. I'm also drawn to difference. I like to see what makes a person so unlike me.
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Actually, I've been struggling with feelings that there ISN'T anything bringing meaning to my life right now. That's the reason I'm going back to school to make a career change.
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A deep sympathy for the ambitionless people I encounter every day. I wrote "sympathy" not "empathy," because I could never understand that complacency.
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I'm a slave to my material possessions, and I'm painfully aware of it. It's hard to break the consumer cycle in this society. I've been working a lot lately, basically just so I can live in a nicer place when I go back to school. Maybe then I can at least serve a high purpose in a comfortable setting.
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