On Valentine's Day, I made a huge leap into an abyss, not knowing how it would turn out. (It wasn't romantic, just in case you were wondering). Guess what? I survived.
Geez, it's difficult sometimes to get up the nerve to do something, especially when someone you love is telling it's crazy. But, really, I believe you just have to go for it once in a while. So, I did.
Well, some would say I made a fool of myself, and they might be right. On the other hand, at least I'm willing to try. I'm breaking my arm patting myself on the back here.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained is absolutely the truth in life. So, I didn't gain what I thought I would - the chance to do something really, really good and really, really exciting at the same time - big deal. I gained something else, completely unanticipated - a new direction. My unsuccessful venture led me to an understanding that I'm willing to fight for things I believe in. Right now, it's health reform, specifically Universal Health Care.
So, for the first time in my life I participated in a march. Okay, so this one was only a virtual march, but next time maybe I'll be literally walking alongside others, carrying a sign and rallying onlookers. I hope it happens soon, because I'm raring to go.
Whatever you believe in, please stand up and be counted. The passion to express yourself in ways that count is such a high! I hope you get high, too. Well, you know what I mean.
