When I first started this blog in 2018, it was because I felt I had things I wanted to say and had things to say. It helped me look at past events in my life, from an objective point of view, and put things into perspective. Putting your truth to paper, (or print) so to speak, really can be very therapeutic. Sometimes though, when you are going through things that are very painful, it is not always easy to speak of it, in the moment. This whole year has been very challenging for me, for many reasons I choose not to be specific about. These past few months have been especially difficult. At times; I felt like I was getting over a hurdle, then another obstacle materialized.
Many events (including in entertainment) occurring in recent months, have piqued my interest, some more than others. I will briefly give my opinion on a couple. I have not read Demi Moore’s memoir yet, but have read many excerpts. In my youth, she was one of the queens of hollywood, at one time the highest paid actress. It’s fascinating to hear her disclosures from that time period. It just shows, as I have always opined; “nothing is what it appears, from the outside looking in.” She seemed like she had it all in her heyday.
What I will say to the younger ladies, or women in general, going through your relationships is: “Never compromise your principles for anyone, namely a man.” You will regret it someday. And, this is not man bashing. This observation also has nothing to do with my present troubles. Just some sage advice from a woman, (above a certain age) who can be totally objective at this point in time. If you are not enough for him, (in his mind) he will leave you, eventually. Don’t lose yourself trying to prevent the inevitable. If you don’t get what I am talking about – read Demi’s memoir (specifically her thoughts on her 3rd marriage) or google some of the main excerpts. With time, age, and reflection, comes clarity. Some folks have criticized her for speaking up, but I think it is courageous to be completely truthful. I will buy the book and give it a good read. I lived through that era and I watched her movies. Music is the soundtrack to our lives, and movies are similar in that regard. They are both very nostalgic. I still think she is a strong, cool lady.
I enjoy reading autobiographies. (especially famous people’s memoirs. I use the two words interchangeably in this context) They give insight into the personalities and lives, of people you have followed for decades. It’s a bit like reliving your own life, as strange as that may sound. You remember how old you were when an event occurred, and what was happening in your life at the time. Of course, that is – if you were already on this earth, during the period the person is recollecting. Memoirs also makes you truly realize – we all suffer heartache and setbacks in life. All of us; the rich, the poor, and the in-between.
On another topic – the current political situation in most parts of the world is crazy, for want of a better word. That includes my country of residence. We have an election coming up shortly. I don’t want to get too much into politics because we all know it can be polarizing. It will be interesting to see how the next several months pan out – in many regions. I will say this; if you are a person who believes in civil discourse, and social justice and have always followed news in general; this is a very disappointing time. It can also affect your mood. I will say as well; politics and voting can be compared to dating and marriage. In the intro period – you try to get to know the person, and figure out their character, and if you can trust them. It’s the period of infatuation and information gathering. It can be an exciting time, but please pay attention. While some people can be evasive and even untruthful, there are always clues they drop – ‘clues’ that cannot be ignored. Never ignore those clues – they are an indication of behavior which will present itself repeatedly, in the latter part of the ‘relationship’. As the saying goes, ‘a leopard cannot change its spots.’
Going back to my initial point, I don’t always feel that urge to write, at the moment. My mood is not always conducive to writing and self-expression. But; writing is my first love and I always go back to it. I have also been very busy working and such. I will end with this nugget – every opportunity that is given to you, take advantage of it, and run with it. They become fewer as time goes by. Time waits on no-one. Never take anything for granted. Believe in you, and realize that this life is truly your life to live and no-one else’s.
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