No more walls.

My dear,

I am an excitable person who only understands life lyrically, musically, in whom feelings are much stronger as reason. I am so thirsty for the marvelous that only the marvelous has power over me. Anything I can not transform into something marvelous, I let go.

Reality doesn’t impress me.

I only believe in intoxication, in ecstasy, and when ordinary life shackles me, I escape, one way or another. No more walls.

Truly yours,

Anaïs Nin

Wise words from Bob.

So happy Andy is in my life. Good ole Bob, he gets us.

"Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you’ve never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can’t wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are. The things that seem insignificant to most people such as a note, song or walk become invaluable treasures kept safe in your heart to cherish forever. Memories of your childhood come back and are so clear and vivid it’s like being young again. Colours seem brighter and more brilliant. Laughter seems part of daily life where before it was infrequent or didn’t exist at all. A phone call or two during the day helps to get you through a long day’s work and always brings a smile to your face. In their presence, there’s no need for continuous conversation, but you find you’re quite content in just having them nearby. Things that never interested you before become fascinating because you know they are important to this person who is so special to you. You think of this person on every occasion and in everything you do. Simple things bring them to mind like a pale blue sky, gentle wind or even a storm cloud on the horizon. You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life." 
— Bob Marley

The True Measure

Welcome misfortune.

For misfortune shows those who are not really friends.

Hundreds upon hundreds of people will call you friend when you are in fortunes good graces. But see how many do the same when misfortune takes a liking to you. Hundreds will call you friend when you are king, but only the true will call you friend when you are pauper. For it gains them nothing to call you familiar.
Misfortune bestows upon you the gift of seeing the truth in your fellow man’s heart. Whether they be true or not.
So, greet misfortune with open arms my dear, for it banishes falsehood.
Truly yours,
Aristotle

“The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.” -Samuel Johnson

The passing of all our egos.

Although it's been almost 4 years since we've talked, I am still baffled by this incredible loss.  Michel, you made the world a better place by being in it. Your strength is in heaven and I know you are smiling at all the love people are sending your way.  And Dan, we may never know what led to this selfish decision, but we must forgive you. Whatever demons you had inside of you took over and now I truly hope you are free and at peace. I looked at old pictures of us today from halloween, homecoming, nights out, and I couldn't understand how one person could do something so terrible to someone so amazing and full of hope. I was thinking of you guys all day, as I have been all the time lately. But I didn't think I could handle the funerals today. I wish I could have been there, but things are so hard for me with the holidays coming up - the first time without my mom. I was a coward, scared that seeing you there would hurt me more. But I think you know that I was paying my own respects, especially to you Michel. Mom, Michel, Dan, you follow me everyday and remind me not to take life for granted and to make the best out of everything. R.I.P.

One day after the passing of all our egos we might come home and become again like the movement of the leaves. 

Moving all together with one clear singing voice, as the wind hits the trees.