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Things I Can't Currently Live Without

OK, So another shitty list.  Nobody likes lists anymore and nobody likes blogs anymore, but I don't care. I need to put shit down in words.  I need a record, so when the government comes after me, they know where I'm at.  Alone and not dangerous.  I'm not OCD or anything, but there are certain things I'm craving now.

Twitter - I can actually do without Facebook, but I get so many news sources and first run news, I need it.  I crave it.  I make a fool of myself on it, but that's the real point, isn't it?

Avocado and Tomato - rarely is there a day or two that go by without me indulging in a sandwich or salad comprised of these two bad boys.  Throw in some red onion and we're set.

The Wire - I am so hooked on this show it's nuts.  Watched Season 1 in three days and Season 2 in two days.  Halfway Season 3 in one day and then took a little break to slow my roll and enjoy it a little.

Two Friends - One I see every week and no matter my mood, he either enhances the good mood or makes the bad mood disappear, even if for a few moments.  He teases me when necessary and is a voice of reason when called for.  The other friend is a friend who I can tell anything too.  Sometimes our bond lets us say things we shouldn't but I wouldn't trade it for the world. I need this person more than ever, if just to listen to my woes.

Air Conditioning - after two nights sleeping with a fan on me, I know how important a cool evening is.  Sweating at night is almost like drinking a pot of coffee at midnight. For someone who already struggles with insomnia, this is a true killer.

Words of Kindness - we live in a cruel world and the average person truly comes across as bitter and self absorbed. Three people have really come across as helpful without even trying.  One is a beautiful girl who I've known since HS.  Never realized she'd be so hot or I'd have tried harder.  The other is someone I've sort of known for years, but she makes me smile with her dry wit and straight forward approach to life.  Lastly is a friend who I've known for years, who every once in a while reminds me she's thinking about me.  All are taken, so this isn't about anything other than kind words.

Late Night Walks - while they don't always help, there are times when these little strolls are an integral part of my day and night. They give me time to get some fresh air, some exercise and think about life and all it's curve balls.

There aren't too many things that help these days. Times are tough and about to get tougher.  I look to these little things to get by.  Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.  I'm thankful when they do, more than anyone can imagine.

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