Sunday, February 24, 2013

Overview, The Film

'Astronaut' was never on my list of possible career choices. I did not memorize constellations, or dream of overcoming gravity inside a massive shuttle. There was a great deal of star gazing, cloud watching, and daydreaming of being able to fly, though, which should have culminated into a lifetime of being or working with space. Not so much.

The neatest thing about this video is that it ties together the philosophy of community and the reality of just how enormous the world is compared to us--and how tiny it is in the universe. It provides perspective on why we need to work with a communal mindset and treat our planet with respect.

I am so grateful for the people who have dedicated their lives to exploring beyond the earth's surface. Holy balls, it is impressive. I am also grateful that they give me a tangible / visible answer to a deep-seated desire to dedicate my life to helping others. It scratches on the surface of "why".

It encourages me to connect less virtually and care more in reality. It has given me a little bump of perspective to remember that we are all in this together and to act accordingly.

Now, to go find the book which has received either 1 or 5 starts on Amazon. Awesome.

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Taper Jean Girl

Kings of Leon Pandora Radio. Can't stop listening.



The longer I live the more I realize that timing is a total b*tch. The weird chemical reactions that we interpret as feelings follow no law or reason. At all. Ever. Forming a connection cannot be predicted, forced, or falsified; the heart does whatever it wants--whenever it wants. There is no such thing as 'should' or 'should not' in the world of emotion.

In other news I am still an INFJ. Figures...

Follow Your Heart - City and Colour