Sorry. I haven't had much time to post lately.
Let's just say I'm still around and things are going...
It's been an interesting week since my birthday and mostly that means a lot of introspective thoughts about where I had wanted to be in life and where I actually am. I've been wondering which direction to take and how to accomplish things. One of the ways that I've been trying to do this is by being really honest with myself and seeing things for what they are. I'd have thought it was really difficult to take responsibility for the negative parts of myself but it's actually quite cathartic. It's like cleaning out a closet that is long overdue.
This week, I've made some decisions that aren't going to make me very popular with some of the people around me. I fear that they will take it personally but that is not in any way my intention. I am just taking responsibility for the things that I have now realized about myself. I am truly grateful for what they have done for me. I just think that it's best for everyone.
I won't spend hours and hours delving into the things that I have to do now but it's great being so clear in one's mind what has been bothering them. I'm just glad that I was able to be honest with myself and with those around me.
On another note, for the first time ever, I attended the 2006 Vancouver Pride parade last Sunday. I must say that, while I am happy that this kind of event is now acceptable in that city in this century, I thought that I would find it more "shocking". Instead, I got thinking that it was just commonplace now and that the mysterious side of gay culture seemed to be disappearing. It is no longer exotic. I know that's a good thing however, I cannot seem to think that demonstrating one's pride has lost some of it's lustre. It is now simply a beacon instead of a glitter disco ball.
Don't get me wrong, I think that everyone has a right to be accepted and I am glad that this exists. In fact, the world hasn't gone far enough to get over their fears and hatred of homosexuals. There really shouldn't be any reason to discriminate against gays as there should be no reason to discriminate against anyone. I simply lament, as I do with any person, the lack of glamour in life...
Regardless, I had a great time and said goodbye to someone who left us to return home to his country. It was also a reminder of a friend who passed away in the last year and fitting because one of the last times we were together, we attended a Pride Parade in Victoria celebrating his life.
So, I'd like to take this opportunity to say "So Long" to Yuji and "Farewell, my friend to Barry.
Yuji, until we meet again, take care and remember, you can always come back!
Barry, we all miss you very much. I am glad that your pain is over, yet we cannot help but miss your presence, your pride and your caring.
Thanks, and that's all from me this week. Take care everyone and thank you for all of the birthday wishes!
Let's just say I'm still around and things are going...
It's been an interesting week since my birthday and mostly that means a lot of introspective thoughts about where I had wanted to be in life and where I actually am. I've been wondering which direction to take and how to accomplish things. One of the ways that I've been trying to do this is by being really honest with myself and seeing things for what they are. I'd have thought it was really difficult to take responsibility for the negative parts of myself but it's actually quite cathartic. It's like cleaning out a closet that is long overdue.
This week, I've made some decisions that aren't going to make me very popular with some of the people around me. I fear that they will take it personally but that is not in any way my intention. I am just taking responsibility for the things that I have now realized about myself. I am truly grateful for what they have done for me. I just think that it's best for everyone.
I won't spend hours and hours delving into the things that I have to do now but it's great being so clear in one's mind what has been bothering them. I'm just glad that I was able to be honest with myself and with those around me.
On another note, for the first time ever, I attended the 2006 Vancouver Pride parade last Sunday. I must say that, while I am happy that this kind of event is now acceptable in that city in this century, I thought that I would find it more "shocking". Instead, I got thinking that it was just commonplace now and that the mysterious side of gay culture seemed to be disappearing. It is no longer exotic. I know that's a good thing however, I cannot seem to think that demonstrating one's pride has lost some of it's lustre. It is now simply a beacon instead of a glitter disco ball.
Don't get me wrong, I think that everyone has a right to be accepted and I am glad that this exists. In fact, the world hasn't gone far enough to get over their fears and hatred of homosexuals. There really shouldn't be any reason to discriminate against gays as there should be no reason to discriminate against anyone. I simply lament, as I do with any person, the lack of glamour in life...
Regardless, I had a great time and said goodbye to someone who left us to return home to his country. It was also a reminder of a friend who passed away in the last year and fitting because one of the last times we were together, we attended a Pride Parade in Victoria celebrating his life.
So, I'd like to take this opportunity to say "So Long" to Yuji and "Farewell, my friend to Barry.
Yuji, until we meet again, take care and remember, you can always come back!
Barry, we all miss you very much. I am glad that your pain is over, yet we cannot help but miss your presence, your pride and your caring.
Thanks, and that's all from me this week. Take care everyone and thank you for all of the birthday wishes!
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