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The Reality of Mortality

Here's a cool quote for the day:

I'd rather live a life of "oh wells" than "what ifs."

I've been thinking a lot about how you only have one life to live. The reality of mortality really helps you keep a proper perspective. As I contemplate my mission and what it is I hope to accomplish while I'm here, I realize that money is a poor reason to do anything. I mean don't get me wrong, we need to make money in order to do certain things, but working a job instead of working your dream is not for me. I'm looking forward to a little time away where I can get some clarity on what it is I really want to do while I'm here walking this earth. I'm finally figuring out a few things about myself. I'm starting to learn what I do and don't like. I'm learning what brings me joy and fulfillment and what I can do without.

I've known for awhile now that I'm an introverted extrovert or an extroverted introvert. Basically, when I'm out and about, I enjoy being with people. But when I hit my limit, I want to go home and be totally and completely alone. I need much more alone time than others. I like being ALL alone. I love waking up and not having to take care of anyone but me. I love thinking, reading, writing. I love working on my projects and then after deep physical and mental work, I like kicking back or doing something active with my family and friends. After a little interaction, I crave retreating within again.

I used to think that was bad, or selfish of me. It's not. It's who I am. I think incredible thoughts and I create incredible works in my solitude that I then bring to the world as my gift and blessing. . I am who I am and I love it! That is the reality of my mortality. I'm embracing who I am and I'm committed to spending more time figuring out exactly who I am and what I like. 30+ years of doing what I thought was "God's Will" instead of pursuing my divine vibrations has left me a little disconnected. The thought of sorting out my desires and connecting to my real source is exciting beyond measure. I can't wait, Thoreau like, to get away to my Walden for awhile. I hope to emerge with something as smashing as Civil Disobedience. 
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