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Looking Around

by thatBobguy

Rated: 18+ · Book · Other · #1008111

My attempt to Journal in public- I may get shy or not. Let's see.

I am searching for myself- anyone seen me lately? I have just turned 50 and feel like I am about to embark on a new journey. I have always kept a very secret and private journal of thoughts and ideas. Mostly, I have erratic memories and events jotted down with the occaisional sprinkling of philosophical thoughts spiced with ruminations. I am not always so willing to share. Twenty years ago I was in grad. school working hard. A stomach ache sent me to a doctor who eventually arrived at the estimation that I had about 8 years left to live (under the best conditions). I dropped out, buried myself in the mundane living of raising a family, savoring just about every minute. It is now 20 years later and I am going strong. So, what happens next? I guess we'll see.

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8 Most Recent Blog Comments:

Mrs. Whatsit

Jun 14, 2010 at 8:30am
In response to "So this is what Al Gore was going on about."

I live in Mississippi and I'm mad at Al too. It's much too hot for June. August will be miserable.

An evening of Improv sounds delightful!

SummerLyn Guthrie

Feb 27, 2010 at 9:12pm
In response to "So, What to say?"

I'm a lefty as well!!! We're supposed to be creative!

Kåre Enga in Montana

Oct 31, 2009 at 10:07pm
In response to "Working away at stuff"

I think of some of my relationships are a dance... never quite sure who leads, who follows and where to place my feet. I've stepped on too many toes... still I think your advice is well put. If I cannot express what I want in a way that is clear and acceptable to the other person, my wants and needs most likely will go unfulfilled.

SummerLyn Guthrie

Jul 2, 2009 at 5:51pm
In response to "another month goes by"

<tapping foot>....well...it's already July, so what do you think? Are you going to enter something or not...this is your conscience speaking! LOL Ohhh just me...stopping by to see what is up with you.
I like that idea of Improv classes. I have to tell you that back in my high school day, I was going out with a guy who had taken drama classes and at night, he had to go. This one night I went with him just to be with him and they needed someone else to play some part in this Greek acting scene...I ended up getting a standing ovation even though it was just a class. LOL I'll never forget that because I had no idea I could even act, but I felt at home with my boyfriend being there and was relaxed with the whole idea. It was great!!! I bet you get joy from that. That is wonderful! SummerLyn

SouthernDiva

Sep 30, 2007 at 9:14pm
In response to "How long can this go on?"

Ok, stop ignoring you journals and us!

Come on back, it's a laugh a minute. We're sure to keep you entertained....

ShellySunshine

Mar 7, 2007 at 2:19pm
In response to "A month goes by... again"

Hi Friend,

Writers block is just a way of saying you don't feel like writing anything important. so don't.

Now you live in Atlanta, I am in Michigan and no daffodill are springing any where outside. March is ugly and cold up here so your right you need to get out and enjoy your spring, I think I will get to it sometime in June!
Have a good day and thanks for letting me read your journal. I love we are all on journey's. I am 42 and this has been a big big journey year for me, I think the age thing is useless to worry about.
Later
Shelly

Startiara

Feb 9, 2007 at 1:57am
In response to "Still not much to put up here"

house guests are always great to have....but they do bring that 'buzz' that can be great but also can throw us off our 'game'.....hope as you have progressed into Feb. you are back on your 'game'

Kåre Enga in Montana

Jul 20, 2006 at 3:26pm
In response to "Over two months stuff happens"

Yes, blogging is a bad habit ... hope it's catching

.

Happy? I'd settle for joy. However, that means I've got to open myself up to it. (Being happy and thankful with what I have is part of that.)

Might look into a book by Linda Kavelin Popov, "A Pace of Grace" if you are ever overwhelmed and stressed. It speaks about everyday virtues and common sense spirituality as found in all religions. I'm working my way through it.

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