Wiped Out.

The mirage of having the good life, added by the grandiose idea of living it easy --- is a total misfit. You see, pleasure is different from happiness. You cannot have both. It doesn’t work that way, believe me. And as I became more aware of people’s constant search for the brighter side of things to happen, the more I felt that, there is a huge dilemma that is coming on, for all of us.

When we want something, clearly, we are to expect something. Whether it is the acquisition for such that satisfy us, or the effort we threw in, that has been appreciated. Either way, we are waiting and wanting for that something to transpire. We don’t really acknowledge it, for facing the truth will defeat the purpose of saying (and make-believing), that we are not expecting anything. It is what it is.
There are things you want for yourself, to the point where you become selfish and irrational. No one can stop you from doing so, because it breeds from your own will power --- no one forced you to it, and so you get out of your way just to have it. It may be a good thing too, because you know exactly what you want without so much as a fuss; but then the downside of it is, once you fail doing so, you’d just be as clueless as ever.

There can be actually a million tactics that one could use to arm oneself from the unknown predicament of reality. A thousand multitude excuses, left and right, and still, people are as hapless as they could ever be. It is a shame not to make things happen for yourself no matter how hard you try. And yes, it is a pity. However, people must take note of that situation; because honestly, they need to know the pains, sufferings and consequences of their actions. If not now, when?

The ugly truth should slice through us like a sharp needle. It should be downright strong and yet, should possess a simple yet straightforward kind of nature. So as not to confuse, yes, CONFUSE anyone. That, and not make them assume that something is going on, that it’s not what it should look like and be like. Beating around the bush is getting quite old, and many people are deceived by it. To spare the fragile and pure hearts out there, one must really contest his real deal. Being bold is not a sin, but being dubious about something can mislead a person and things could turn sour. Not a fancy act, if you ask me.
You see, the problem here is, we don’t know exactly where the thin line goes that separates sweetness from kindness, like from love, nice from polite --- and those things that could be misinterpreted in a million ways. How does one know, which is which? The key factor when digesting such traits is to know the person by the littlest of his details. The way he changes his tone when he speaks, the way he touches his hair when he’s nervous, the way he frowns when he’s disappointed; well, you get the idea. One must be warned though, it is a rather difficult job but once you learn the art of deciphering, it won’t take you long before you know what kind of person, one is. It’s enough to know whether a person is sincere or not.

One more thing, if you’re not completely sure, don’t take the plunge --- just yet. Some folks may disagree with me on this, but that’s their take. Yes, sometimes we get lucky when we leap before we look, however, that’s not the case each and everytime. Certain things definitely have to be scrutinized and thought carefully, until we reach the most plausible decision. There are just some issues that heeds for appropriate solutions at its best form (when haggling doesn’t work anymore).

We may find that the road towards the end of the tunnel can be a bitter pill, that’s the way it is sometimes. We can’t say no to everything unpleasant. Although, of course, arriving at the coveted finish line, where all the sweetness and hallelujahs combined rushes all over us, takes and drains all the hardships away. Oh, I really believe in the balance of things, and I have a high respect for it. The good and bad karma playing their cards where it rightfully belongs --- don’t you think so? Patience, really is a nice virtue.
With that being said, I think we should lessen the sulkiness that stems from the not-so-good times we have. Positive vibes, it’s what we need. Spare a little for yourself, don’t give it all away. Being open and preserving oneself are two different notions. Know what is from the other.



I think people sometimes forget that they’re just human beings. They forget that they could be as insensitive and as sensitive, could be as blunt and as uncertain. We know when we know. We don’t when we don’t. For a while it gets tricky, alright, but do we have to pretend everytime? Just suck up to it, and do better next time. Say sorry when needed but mean it, and return the favour when you have to, but be gracious when you do.

As for me, I have a lot to learn. There are issues that I have to confront with which I have to defy against all odds, some I need to place in the back seat, others I have to carry with me and find a way out of it, and things that I need and have to finish to enable me to become the person I am hoping to be.

I do not ask you to believe and agree with everything I have written. Just my two cents, ready to be gambled at. :)