Yeah, I know... been far too long.
Anyways, I have kept myself busy writing elsewhere. I have been working on several story templates. In case you don't know me that well, I plan on writing several books eventually. Perhaps even more than just a few. Each of them will derive directly from my thoughts and feelings.
Obviously, there is still much work to be done. And besides that, I am driven onwards by some more recently aquired disdain for the way the world percieves and views relationships. As my own loneliness deepens, my outlook on the world darkens. And so does my drive to prove to everyone that they were wrong in overlooking me. That is my inspiration. To create worlds and stories that will change the way people think, perhaps preventing others from suffering the same fate that I have been condemned to.
And what fate is that, might you ask? The fate of forgottenness. The fate of being left behind my so many who wouldn't bother to look deeper. And worse, left behind by those who looked deeper... yet wouldn't place the correct value on what lay beneath.
So now, I must climb to the top. No matter what it takes. If only to prevent other good hearts from suffering my fate. And the only way to do so is by accomplishing a feat that nobody can ignore. For me, I'm thinking that feat should be to write something so impressive that it will sink into peoples' very hearts.
Either way, my journey to gain recognition has just begun...
Friday, September 16, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Staples
So, its been over a month and a half since I have posted in the blog huh... I feel kinda bad about it, but you know what they say about writers. They need inspiration. I suppose I shouldn't go so far as to call myself a true writer yet, but the same rules still apply. I just haven't had any inspiration lately. I have tried several times to start a good post, each of them unsuccessful. This time, I think I might have my inspiration.
Anyways, I was hanging out with several of my friends tonight, and eventually, we got to watching TV. If anyone has ever watched anything on ABC Family, you know how it all goes. Anyways, I made several snide remarks about the total stupidity when it comes to relationships being displayed in these shows. I as then asked why I am always such a hater.
While they do have a point, I have one as well. I will readily admit, I was probably being too much of a hater for my own good. However, when it comes to love, these shows and movies don't have a clue. Since most of them follow the girl, I'll go from that point of view.
First, the male love interest is always portrayed as amazing looking.
The Problem: It gives a false impression of what girls should look for in a guy. Honestly? Do you really think that every guy worth dating is going to look like what they do on TV? Those people just happen to be PAID ACTORS. They don't get paid money to act while looking like a normal person, they get paid to act and look like someone EXTRAORDINARY. Thus, it gives a very misleading impression of what a girl's true love "should" look like. I'm not saying we have to remove all good looking actors from television screens everywhere. I only wish people wouldn't run their lives based off of what they saw on TV.
Second, the girl always falls for the guy based on his looks.
The Problem: You might think to argue this, but it is actually very true. Keep a close ear out, and you'll hear plenty about how cute or hot this particular guy is. The main character will usually say this at least a few times. Granted, we are all human beings, and we're hardwired to think about looks first. However, when it comes time to actually consider a relationship, there is a lot more that needs to be taken into consideration. The problem is, so many people (not just girls) are willing to jump into a relationship based on looks alone. And more often, people are overlooked because they don't quite stand out when it comes to looks. This particular element that seems to always be included in these shows only adds fuel to the fire by making it look normal to base a relationship solely on looks.
I also can't forget... Said "good looking" love interest turns out to be an absolutely wonderful person at heart.
The Problem: Good looks and an amazing heart is a rare combination. Are there some good looking people with good hearts out there? Yes. Are they as common as movies and TV shows say? Nope. I'm not trying to shatter anyone's hopes out there, but... many people with good looks are often quite full of themselves. Why? Because they can afford to be. Since they could have just about any one of the many people who are obviously attracted to them, why should they bother to but forth any effort in a relationship? It is a disaster waiting to happen to anyone willing to fall into this all too common trap.
It all just makes me sick. The really unfortunate part... is that society mirrors what they see in these movies and shows. Relationships are made and unmade based entirely on looks and what I refer to as "surface personality." The problem is that these never last, leaving the person who was truly looking for a committed relationship wondering if there are really any good people out there. Even worse, the answer is probably right under their nose if they would bother to look.
Anyways, I was hanging out with several of my friends tonight, and eventually, we got to watching TV. If anyone has ever watched anything on ABC Family, you know how it all goes. Anyways, I made several snide remarks about the total stupidity when it comes to relationships being displayed in these shows. I as then asked why I am always such a hater.
While they do have a point, I have one as well. I will readily admit, I was probably being too much of a hater for my own good. However, when it comes to love, these shows and movies don't have a clue. Since most of them follow the girl, I'll go from that point of view.
First, the male love interest is always portrayed as amazing looking.
The Problem: It gives a false impression of what girls should look for in a guy. Honestly? Do you really think that every guy worth dating is going to look like what they do on TV? Those people just happen to be PAID ACTORS. They don't get paid money to act while looking like a normal person, they get paid to act and look like someone EXTRAORDINARY. Thus, it gives a very misleading impression of what a girl's true love "should" look like. I'm not saying we have to remove all good looking actors from television screens everywhere. I only wish people wouldn't run their lives based off of what they saw on TV.
Second, the girl always falls for the guy based on his looks.
The Problem: You might think to argue this, but it is actually very true. Keep a close ear out, and you'll hear plenty about how cute or hot this particular guy is. The main character will usually say this at least a few times. Granted, we are all human beings, and we're hardwired to think about looks first. However, when it comes time to actually consider a relationship, there is a lot more that needs to be taken into consideration. The problem is, so many people (not just girls) are willing to jump into a relationship based on looks alone. And more often, people are overlooked because they don't quite stand out when it comes to looks. This particular element that seems to always be included in these shows only adds fuel to the fire by making it look normal to base a relationship solely on looks.
I also can't forget... Said "good looking" love interest turns out to be an absolutely wonderful person at heart.
The Problem: Good looks and an amazing heart is a rare combination. Are there some good looking people with good hearts out there? Yes. Are they as common as movies and TV shows say? Nope. I'm not trying to shatter anyone's hopes out there, but... many people with good looks are often quite full of themselves. Why? Because they can afford to be. Since they could have just about any one of the many people who are obviously attracted to them, why should they bother to but forth any effort in a relationship? It is a disaster waiting to happen to anyone willing to fall into this all too common trap.
It all just makes me sick. The really unfortunate part... is that society mirrors what they see in these movies and shows. Relationships are made and unmade based entirely on looks and what I refer to as "surface personality." The problem is that these never last, leaving the person who was truly looking for a committed relationship wondering if there are really any good people out there. Even worse, the answer is probably right under their nose if they would bother to look.
Monday, June 6, 2011
A New Light
After the negative focus of several previous entries I have written, it is interesting for me to see the longevity of hope become quite plain. I have seen it emerge again in me recently.
That's right. I have found a new light. I'm sure many are scratching their heads and wondering exactly what I mean by that, but if you think about it for a second, it really isn't that hard to understand. It means, I think I might have found someone who might be able to bring back my hope.
It is, for the moment, just a small crush; a feeling not unfamiliar to me. However, it is a feeling I have been devoid of for far too long; a feeling I realize I have missed like an old friend. I find myself wanting to go out of my way just to see and talk to her. I am constantly looking for ways to secretly give her a gift, even if she doesn't know it was me.
She might just be the one who can restore my hope. Obviously, it is far from certain. I have just begun to get to know her, so I can't say any of this with a degree of certainty. In any case, I can tell the possibility is there, and I can't wait to find out more about her, and more importantly, what kind of heart she has.
As I mentioned in my last entry, she is with a group of people who I figured would be the last to notice. Instead they have been one of the first. She does indeed notice me, and seems to do so for decent reasons. I know that one of the first things she noticed about me was my smile. It is what she first noticed, and continues to notice. To me, my smile is representative of my generally kind nature. Hopefully, she has a similar meaning in mind.
As always, I am uncertain about how to proceed. Several of my friends have recommended that I "just go for it." Whatever that means... Despite what everyone says, I think I'm going to stick to the path that best suits me. I'm going to get to know her better before I get in over my head. It reflects one of my biggest quarrels with modern relationships. Everything is way too rushed. Taking time to discover your options and get to know somebody is never a bad thing; at least, in my opinion. In that light, I think I'm going to do what I always do and bide my time. If it is right... it will be. That is all that matters.
That's right. I have found a new light. I'm sure many are scratching their heads and wondering exactly what I mean by that, but if you think about it for a second, it really isn't that hard to understand. It means, I think I might have found someone who might be able to bring back my hope.
It is, for the moment, just a small crush; a feeling not unfamiliar to me. However, it is a feeling I have been devoid of for far too long; a feeling I realize I have missed like an old friend. I find myself wanting to go out of my way just to see and talk to her. I am constantly looking for ways to secretly give her a gift, even if she doesn't know it was me.
She might just be the one who can restore my hope. Obviously, it is far from certain. I have just begun to get to know her, so I can't say any of this with a degree of certainty. In any case, I can tell the possibility is there, and I can't wait to find out more about her, and more importantly, what kind of heart she has.
As I mentioned in my last entry, she is with a group of people who I figured would be the last to notice. Instead they have been one of the first. She does indeed notice me, and seems to do so for decent reasons. I know that one of the first things she noticed about me was my smile. It is what she first noticed, and continues to notice. To me, my smile is representative of my generally kind nature. Hopefully, she has a similar meaning in mind.
As always, I am uncertain about how to proceed. Several of my friends have recommended that I "just go for it." Whatever that means... Despite what everyone says, I think I'm going to stick to the path that best suits me. I'm going to get to know her better before I get in over my head. It reflects one of my biggest quarrels with modern relationships. Everything is way too rushed. Taking time to discover your options and get to know somebody is never a bad thing; at least, in my opinion. In that light, I think I'm going to do what I always do and bide my time. If it is right... it will be. That is all that matters.
Contrary to My Own Beliefs
I have a lot of catching up to do. Especially since I decided to let this blog get outdated by several months.
Anyways, over the past few months, something interesting has happened that really caught my attention. A certain group of people whom I would normally ignore has started to notice me. I have no clue as to why, but they seem to enjoy making friends with me.
Who are these people? Though I can't confirm all of my suspicions about them, I know they participate in several activities that I normally look down upon. Those would include smoking, drinking, partying... etc.
Anyone noticing the irony? I typically condemn these types for poor decisions, but out of everyone else, they seem to notice me the most. I suppose I need to be a lot less judgemental of people who have made a few bad choices, because it seems that many of the people whom I normally wish would notice me are too stuck up or too blind to do so.
So what should I do? I could certainly ignore, or attempt to avoid the extra attention. But that would also go against one of my most recent realized beliefs. I should never judge anyone without giving them a chance. This is common knowledge; however, it is amazing how many people are judgemental about others without even getting to know them at all.
In the end, I have to admit... they seem like wonderful people despite everything. And I am going to accept their friendship with open arms. Still, I will hold true to my own morals and ideals, no matter how much I am tempted to do otherwise.
Anyways, over the past few months, something interesting has happened that really caught my attention. A certain group of people whom I would normally ignore has started to notice me. I have no clue as to why, but they seem to enjoy making friends with me.
Who are these people? Though I can't confirm all of my suspicions about them, I know they participate in several activities that I normally look down upon. Those would include smoking, drinking, partying... etc.
Anyone noticing the irony? I typically condemn these types for poor decisions, but out of everyone else, they seem to notice me the most. I suppose I need to be a lot less judgemental of people who have made a few bad choices, because it seems that many of the people whom I normally wish would notice me are too stuck up or too blind to do so.
So what should I do? I could certainly ignore, or attempt to avoid the extra attention. But that would also go against one of my most recent realized beliefs. I should never judge anyone without giving them a chance. This is common knowledge; however, it is amazing how many people are judgemental about others without even getting to know them at all.
In the end, I have to admit... they seem like wonderful people despite everything. And I am going to accept their friendship with open arms. Still, I will hold true to my own morals and ideals, no matter how much I am tempted to do otherwise.
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