If you can shape it in your mind, you will find it in your life...

So today I decided to start a blog! Completely random I know, but it just seems like everyone is doing it these days so I figured I should jump on the bandwagon! :) Just kidding...actually the reason a blog finally became appealing to me is because it's another way to write out my feelings, my thoughts and my aspirations. I find it really helpful to get everything written (or typed) out and in front of me. I'm not going to go into some lengthy story with meaningless details about myself because anyone who is reading this should already know me well enough. I'll just jump right into my thoughts....

Lately I've been doing quite a bit of thinking...mostly about things I probably know nothing about! My mind seems to jump from one subject to another without any warning at all. I've come to a little realization that I have become so wrapped up in working that I have been drifting away from some of my really amazing friends. It hurts me to admit it, but it is true. Now that I've noticed, it's definitely going to change. 

It's funny how talking with people can trigger different ideas or emotions, even when it has no relation to the subject being discussed. I've always been good at staying in touch with people as I move around, but this time was different. I realized that I was expecting specific reactions (or actions) from people when I should have just been doing my part. I really believe it's true that if you can love someone all the time, whether they "deserve" it or not, it will make you happier than ever. I think sometimes we get caught up or stuck on the idea that in any type of relationship we earn things from each other...I'm not sure if that makes sense but it's kind of hard to put into words. It doesn't matter what kind of relationship it is...if you go into it feeling like they owe you something or they should treat you a certain way, it's not going to end up the way you imagine it will. Although we've all heard it before I wonder if  "loving unconditionally" is one of the hardest lessons we learn here on Earth. Being kind to others makes people happy, in general, right? So I'm making this goal for myself...whether I've had a hard day or am feeling a little weak...I'm going to concentrate on doing kind things for others, or lightening their loads in any way that I can. Here goes!