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You First

Once while on a night out with some friends during grad school, our group got accosted by an intoxicated man. While we tried our best not to engage him too much, eventually we switched strategies from simply ignoring him to curtly yet politely answer questions. That also didn't work. At one point he states to my very prim and proper British friend "off you fuck" to which she gave what has become the most iconic of replies..."you first". I was recently reminded of this event while having a conversation with a friend of mine. I've had this friend since my formative years, in fact they have seen me at some of my worst moments. Not only was I reminded of our years of friendship, I was also reminded of how much I've grown over the years...and how much growth was still left to do. I was literally livid when they made a passive comment about my dating history. Though I am certain that the comment wasn't malicious, I couldn't help but be so angry with t...

The road thus far....

In January I had the reflective post Captain's Blog: Refocused  and then that was soon followed by No Regrets   in February. Now if one were to continue that trend that would make this post my next entry. Work has been ramping up and my personal life has been struggling to keep up the momentum. It almost feels like there is underlining jealousy. Thoughts like that weighed heavily on my mind and my heart. Though I never thought it personal or purposefully, that doesn't negate the inkling. Not one to just let a wound get infected, I brought it up. I vocalized my sentiments and impressions and thoughts. I'm glad I did. Good has come from it. We've gotten to a point were we will continue to speak more openly and truthfully to what we are feeling, thinking and be mindful of our reactions. There is a step in the right direction, a step towards more. Until next post laters....