We've All Got Baggage

"I should tell you, I've got baggage too." 

-Lyrics from the song "La Vi Boheme" from the musical Rent

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My True Passion

"What do you want for supper?"  -My Mom

"I don't know what my passion is anymore!" -Me

After saying that, I realize now what my true passion is:

The Little Joys of Christmastime

All the world is a coffee shop,

with extra whipped cream on top.

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Outside it's cold, but inside it's hot.

A plate of cookies sits by the cot.                                                   

Hot chocolate fills the kettle and the pot.

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Look at the snowmen as the children play.

They are practically alive on this crisp winter day.

Bring on the bells, the gifts, and the sleigh!

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Carolers pass out candy canes.

Santa rings a bell at the Christmas parade.

Family and friends celebrate the day.

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

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Life Lesson #4: Adults Don't Know it All

Life Lesson #4:  Authority figures you once thought were perfect, always have the potential to let you down.

You know how when you were a little kid, you thought everyone older than you was so cool?  You thought your parents were perfect, your teacher was the smartest person in the world, and the older kids always had fun.  Then you hit the teenage years.  Your parents embarrass you, you think your teacher is an idiot, but you still strive to be older and older.  You still look up to the adults, whether you will admit it or not.  Well, you know what?  Sometimes you should, sometimes you shouldn't.  Despite what adults tell you, they do not always have all the answers.  I would know, since I am legally an adult.  We don't know it all.  Even people much older than me don't know everything.  We all make mistakes, and there is always room for improvement in everyone.  If you are a kid, you should still take into account what adults have to say, but after awhile, you need to start forming some of your own opinions.  If you are an adult, don't get too self-confident.  You do not know everything like you think you do.

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Letter to My Future Self

Dear Future Self,

I wonder what you are like.  What did you decide to do with your life?  I hope you know, because I sure don't.  It's a tough thing:  deciding what you want to do every day for the rest of your life.

I am happy to know that you probably have a wonderful life partner.  If you didn't stick with Ryan, I'll be very disappointed in you.  I know he will always protect you and keep you safe.  You better keep him happy.

I hope the career you chose suits you.  I hope it is fulfilling, but also leaves you time for fun with family and friends.  I hope you are healthy, and still feel like a kid at heart.  Who knows, maybe you have kids of your own by now. 

Gosh, there is so much I want to know about you!  There are so many questions I want to ask you.  Did you ever get a tattoo, or any piercings besides your ears?  Where do you live?  Did you graduate college?  Are you married?  Do you have kids?  How many?  Of course you can't answer these questions for me yet.  I am just looking forward to finding out. 

I feel like I should end this letter with a profound piece of advice, but what can I tell you that you don't already know?  Maybe you should be giving me advice, but I know that isn't possible, though you are wiser and more experienced.  I guess you will just have to teach me what to do from day to day, as I gradually get older.  I bet you didn't do such a bad job with my - our - life.  :)

Love,

Me

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