Darling So It Goes

So what are those things with which, when staring face-to-face with them, I can't help falling in love? As you might expect, it's really quite simple.

1. Be Kind to Animals

I judge people, I admit it. It might not be right, but I do it. Something that has a tremendous impact on my overall thoughts about a person? How do you treat animals, those who require our care but offer no tangible reward (since we can't measure little things like companionship, devotion, and unconditional love)? Kindness to animals tends to result in an overall kind heart, one I'm likely to invest in.

Glad to see my girl is starting out right. 

2. Laugh Loudly and Often

Life is stressful and painful and difficult. If we're to make it through the other side, we need to be able to laugh...loudly and often.

3. And For God's Sake, Laugh at Yourself

Because we seem to be the greatest punchline the world has to offer.

4. Value the Stories

We all have our stories to tell, but it's best to tell them in our own time and our own way. Recognize that drowning in a world of imagination -- books, movies, music, whatever -- more often tends to be the strongest lifeline to a grip on reality.

Trust in the pages people share with you, and respect the pages they keep to themselves. 

5. Accept Yourself

It's a big bad world out there, and there is no one or no thing that owes you. Treat yourself well, love who you are (scars and all), and know that the world has never seen another you. Own it.

I'm glad you're taking the time to know my heart, but I do ask: please be gentle with it, and I'll do the same with yours.

Best wishes, friends.