From Frivolousness You Came

It’s been said that there are no coincidences; all things are meant to happen. The implicit fatalism of that suggestion doesn’t sit well with me, but I fully endorse this aspect of it: our observations which seem to randomly coincide with our life are not out of the ordinary. When we set our minds to task, our analytic powers will draw associations between our experiences – unexpected or unconscious associations often are coined as coincidences. I can see where the fatalist/meaningful sentiment of coincidences come from. While seeking answers or a path and we receive a sign, we don’t realize that sign is really a coincidence. How often do we hear the cliché, “The answer was with you all along?” Our subconscious ability to draw associations which manifest themselves as coincidences must be one of the driving forces of divine inspiration.

How is this relevant to me?

Spring quarter was meant to be my break, a time where I could engage in fun and frivolousness; the summer I planned to work. That’s not what happened. I’ve been home about a month now and aside from some chores, I haven’t worked at all. This complete absence of responsibility has allowed for debauchery, but more than that it has allowed for an epiphany if you will. Free from the hustle and bustle of attending classes and holding a job, I’ve been able to sit on a rock and catch my breath and asses my direction. This breather has made me ready to travel down a trail of growth and maturity. I’m still a boy, but I’m ready to lead myself, immerse myself in things bigger than myself and attempt to make the world a better place for others: I’m ready to start becoming a man. I’ve had the ability to for a long time now – that test was met bending oars, but I’ve lacked the courage and discipline.Not anymore - I've seen the signs.

Tomorrow I will wake up early, exercise, call or email Marko Liias and become more proficient at driving, and finally head to Greenlake for a barbeque. Any free time between those will be spent learning to play guitar (thanks again Fred, but I’m ashamed to say I haven’t touched Freaking Old Man since you lent him to me).

Brandon, Autumn and I delivered our applications for the apartment. The place is sweet – not only is it bigger than we know what to do with it, but the kitchen is incredible; its fully stocked with a refrigerator, oven, stove, and dishwasher, but because of its walkthrough design it also has a bar and saves a ton of space. The bedrooms are also fairly large. Since we’re in a corner on the top floor, we’ll be able to use our porch for smoking purposes…and then we can head down to the pool and go for a swim! It’s a dream come true!

Last but not least, I’m excited to see Andrew Bird at the zoo with Alexandra. I think I’m really going to enjoy it. Andrew Bird’s music is unique and the songs I listened to were pretty jam-y, so hopefully I’ll have even more music to get into. Did I mention it’s at the zoo? I haven’t been there in ages – I can’t wait to see the animals.
I just can’t wait.