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Random Thoughts

Been a while since I did this, but they are a plenty.

My dreams have been talking to me lately, both vividly and directly.

Mistakes made the past six weeks have me down, but they are all that kept me going during this time.
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The kids have been out of control, but the stories are amazing.

If you ever want to know how much more money means to people than friendship, run a pool.

The hardest I've laughed in the last few days has been inside a taxi. Step it up people.

Facebook has me wondering if people honestly believe that their personal and/or family inadequacies are really societal issues. Parents need to be accountable for their children.

A year ago I talked on the phone 2-3 hours a day with friends.  Last month I spoke on the phone less than two hours total.

I've learned over the last year that physical pain is the single most exhausting thing one can endure. It makes me appreciate a few special people even more.

I personally don't believe in two common medical/psychological maladies, but I fit the bill for two of them and they are getting worse.

My greatest passion is actually tearing at me, because I have nobody to share it with, other than my Twitter followers.

Not eating three meals a day, sometimes not even one, does strange things to your body, but even more strange things to your mind. My heart breaks for those affected by famine and food insecurity.

Lack of human touch makes people cold.  Not because they don't crave it, but the fear it will remain true.

The best way to find out how your friends truly feel about you, is to watch how their significant others treat you when they are not there.

Sunrises are rarely as beautiful as sunsets, but the right circumstances mean you've had a hell of a night.








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