“Heraclitus once said that “one cannot bathe in the same river twice”. Why? Because it won’t ever be the same river – since water is in constant movement – and because, I believe, one is not the same person either.
We are always changing. Getting stronger. Weaker. Happy. Sad. Automatic. On standby. Alive. I change everyday and so does my life.
I’m tired of thinking stupid stuff but that’s something I can’t help. I’m a thinker, which doesn’t mean that I think useful things, I just think all the time. Anyway, this time…I’m thinking about our future, my future.
I’ve been waiting for a blessed phonecall that won’t make my phone ring yet. I’m moving to the USA this year, soon, but I don’t know when or where to. This is exactly what I’ve been telling the whole cyberspace. Sigh. Sometimes I’m afraid people will start thinking I’m a liar. I’ll work as an Au Pair. I’ve been feeling miserable all this time because I never got a single call from a host family that would be willing to receive me at their house. “Be patient and wait till Obama takes office” – people have been telling me for months. It’s been four days since. I am excited. I must admit I’m both excited for the states and for the whole world, and because this is the only token I have left. My only hope. If he makes them feel at ease again, maybe, they will call.
It is funny to think that I believe a president will change my life – in a certain way. People just think that’s what is missing, Obama and the stability he’ll bring with him.
Nobody stopped to think that maybe the fact that I quit smoking may have its influence too. Or the fact that I’ve been volunteering at a Summer camp. Or the fact that I’m no longer picky about children’s ages.
I wonder who I’ll be within some months. Once I’m away from this bedroom with its pink walls that have been my escape for years. I wonder what I’ll become. I will change. More.
Our world will change and I’ll see that from a new perspective, soon. I’ll start living the american dream one day, and I’m afraid – sometimes – that it will change me, too much.
Anto – firstly, I hope you’re happy with how the post turned out, 7Pi7D is on its way!
I really hope that the american dream comes true; you are working hard towards it, doing what you can.
A little something has to come from elsewhere too (you know what that is).
I’ll tell you what I told you before – you have to talk… You can’t just stay shush and hope it gets fixed; but you have to break it down to others why this is important to you… In more than one way.
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cool post! just wished there was a lil intro before or after the post – TJ?
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@mars
This is intended to be a trailer… the real stuff happens at Thinking stupid stuff, no? Add her to your reader, I think anyone and everyone will like how Anto writes – t’is awesome!
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Change is ever around us, and it’s normal to be on high nerves when it’s right in front of you.
Believe in yourself, and know that you’re doing the best for your future. That’s all that matters.
Cheers!
M
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i think what i meant was a one-line saying who’s posting and what their blog is
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@Mars
Point taken – I have added that in
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Thanks for your comments
Thanks TJ for hosting me!!!!!!
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I stalked you here today from your regular home.
Great quote used at the start. And I think all the things you’re doing will help your cause, not just Obama.
Just be patient =p
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I love how you expressed all of your feelings in this post. I love the quote at the beginnging. I hope you find a host family soon, becasue as an American, I have to say…this place is great.
As for Obama taking office, I expect things to change soon too…looks like change is in store for everyone! Good luck!
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Dont ever be afraid to think . I love your honesty and emotion. Well done, my anto.
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This is so powerful.
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