Hello everyone.
I have a few things to say and I figure I mght as well say them. Not sure who will listen but I will run my mouth just the same.
Here are my words to all of you.
I have come a long way here since my first post. I have had many great conversations with many of you. I believe that everything you do in life has a purpose and a meaning. That a future is always in store and includes both good and bad things.
As I get a little older and grow a little wiser I see things differently. I see the glass as half full and examine things rather than overlooking them. Each step is important to reaching our ultimate goals. Life is important and fragile. It needs constant support.
I have learned that with every single bad thing that happens, there is a silver lining attached. No matter how dark things may seem, there is always a light on the other side. The world is a stage and everyone has a role in the play of life. Play it well because my friends, there are no do overs. No encore performance. We do this show once, then someone picks up the torch and carries it to the next act. The show must go on.
Most of you know that my Mom passed away in December. She was a rock in this family. I learned through her illness however just how strong I could be. I was her caregiver. I did everything. Took her to all the doctors, made appointments, argued with pharmacies and so on. I was a very passive person until I learned that no one else was going to handle things. I did it. Although, as alone as I felt I realized i was never alone. I had friends. Friends right here. People in my corner. The song, "Wind beneath my wings", took on a whole new meaning.
Life is not so bad. It has many great things to enjoy. So many people are about money and popularity. I do not have loads of money, and I am not even close to being popular, but I have friends. To me, that is worth more than all the money in Fort Knox. It is worth more than all the fame that Hollywood can muster. Why? Simply put, my soul feels whole. I feel like I can do anything at times. I am confident in who I am. Sure I have down days. I miss those that are no longer in my life. I feel sad when I am alone here thinking about the future. Then I remember that I have friends.
I attended my first NEST this year and never knew that there could be that much fun rolled up into one Hotel. Good people, a few drinks, new friends and great memories. All these things make coming here all the more special. The world continues to smile down on me. Some of you may not know me, but I will tell you something. I am nothing if not sincere. I say what I feel. I would never hurt a soul on this earth. It is not in my nature. I would love to get to know you if I do not.
So in short. thank you everyone. If I thanked each on of you individualy it would take 50 pages. You are all unique and I am proud, simply PROUD and Honored to know you all. Bless you folks.
Tom
I have a few things to say and I figure I mght as well say them. Not sure who will listen but I will run my mouth just the same.
Here are my words to all of you.
I have come a long way here since my first post. I have had many great conversations with many of you. I believe that everything you do in life has a purpose and a meaning. That a future is always in store and includes both good and bad things.
As I get a little older and grow a little wiser I see things differently. I see the glass as half full and examine things rather than overlooking them. Each step is important to reaching our ultimate goals. Life is important and fragile. It needs constant support.
I have learned that with every single bad thing that happens, there is a silver lining attached. No matter how dark things may seem, there is always a light on the other side. The world is a stage and everyone has a role in the play of life. Play it well because my friends, there are no do overs. No encore performance. We do this show once, then someone picks up the torch and carries it to the next act. The show must go on.
Most of you know that my Mom passed away in December. She was a rock in this family. I learned through her illness however just how strong I could be. I was her caregiver. I did everything. Took her to all the doctors, made appointments, argued with pharmacies and so on. I was a very passive person until I learned that no one else was going to handle things. I did it. Although, as alone as I felt I realized i was never alone. I had friends. Friends right here. People in my corner. The song, "Wind beneath my wings", took on a whole new meaning.
Life is not so bad. It has many great things to enjoy. So many people are about money and popularity. I do not have loads of money, and I am not even close to being popular, but I have friends. To me, that is worth more than all the money in Fort Knox. It is worth more than all the fame that Hollywood can muster. Why? Simply put, my soul feels whole. I feel like I can do anything at times. I am confident in who I am. Sure I have down days. I miss those that are no longer in my life. I feel sad when I am alone here thinking about the future. Then I remember that I have friends.
I attended my first NEST this year and never knew that there could be that much fun rolled up into one Hotel. Good people, a few drinks, new friends and great memories. All these things make coming here all the more special. The world continues to smile down on me. Some of you may not know me, but I will tell you something. I am nothing if not sincere. I say what I feel. I would never hurt a soul on this earth. It is not in my nature. I would love to get to know you if I do not.
So in short. thank you everyone. If I thanked each on of you individualy it would take 50 pages. You are all unique and I am proud, simply PROUD and Honored to know you all. Bless you folks.
Tom
