Life is about connections.. Inspired by life experiences..

Life is about Connections . Inspired by life experience's....


\Life is about connections. I like meeting new people all the time. Its been a part of my mental make up. I mean I was a Navy brat traveled around had to make friends fast .. and then move on.. Believe me,, at times it was hard to leave new found friends only to leave and make friends again. I guess you can say I had to learn how to small talk,, you know sports , movies , music.. life news.. that's small talk,,, and I was a master at that. But I'm a deep thinker , maybe even a overly critical thinker. It makes life tough because I over think things or think bad results . I need to be more positive,, which I feel I am.. But  also know that the many life hardships made me what I am.. A happy go lucky man who wants to enjoy life because I have seen death and destruction. I have seen the poor countries of the world and the pain and suffering.. But you know something places like Thailand , Indonesia, The P.I . Cabo San Lucas, you see the real people the down to earth folks.. Its crazy , they are happy to see us Americans.maybe because we spend our pay checks , maybe because we are funny to talk to. But mainly I think because they get to meet people.. Make connections..I know I have touched many people in may lands and felt special. Maybe they do it for a quick buck. selling their goods and services. I mean , after months at sea sailors want to relax,, drink some beers, see the sights , listen to good music,,, Act silly among our brothers in arms.. I mean,, despite the hardships , the many lonely days and nights. when we go on Liberty call.. that's when you get to leave the ship and be back for duty days , that can be the next day or 3-4 days later or even 10 days later like I had on the USS Princeton.. Probably my best time at sea and some of my fondest memories.. The Movies nights , the Karaoke contest's , the guitar playing and singing with friends... Is one of the best times I had.. We would laugh , scream ,, fight,, and then be friends again. Its hard to carry a grudge in the Military , because we have to see each other every day.. So any issues you had.. you worked them out.. It sometimes meant wrestling in the berthing, or on liberty call.. But it was something we had to do.. We had to have connections among everyone. 
   Now back to connections.. I found that in life you rarely find people that totally click .?!?!?. What I mean its hard to find people that think , or act or feel the same things you feel. Like My best friend in high school Jo, is the best friend ever because , no matter how little we talk or what once we get together or call and talk its like we never missed a beat. We can talk for hours about nothing.? Makes sense.. ??Well that's rare I know. I also know life is fleeting.. I lost my mama some 20 years ago.. For some that's a life time. I went to San Diego and purchased new flowers and I prayed and shared with her my life .. My career , and my new found friends who feel like life long friends.. G, is really a cool guy , we click, I mean at work.. we act so gay.. people think we are..!! We laugh , we sing to one another.. Its like a brother from another mother. I mean .. Sometimes our comedy skits are off the hook. But despite our ages , and where we grew up.. We both like to look and feel good , we like to make people happy .. Its a cool connection, I'm thankful God has brought good friends in my life.. My other friend I call her.. B.. is really cool.. Why? Because she listens and doesn't judge me,, lets me be me. and whats that? A sensitive , caring , yet hard working person that likes to be liked by everyone. But we all know how hard you try someone is a hater.. Oh,, he's such a Kiss ass, a brown noser,,!!! He's so politically correct or he's so proper..Its weird.??. How.??. I affect people , I mean every time I left a command.. people would tear up and tell me... Its not going to be the same at work..I know I was the motivator, I was the attention seeker, the loud mouth , the comedian.. The Source.. I mean I can or could talk about anything.. Sports , Politics. religion.. Life.. etc.. and it made people happy. I mean the connections or people  I touched in my life has made me very happy. But I know life is short ..special.. You have to take care of your family and friends.. I love my boys very much , they are my pride and joy, they both are going through their growing pains.. and I see it..I recall those days,, But I'm letting them grow up.. we all make mistakes,, I know I have. But I also know.. I have very few true friends.. idea for another blog??.. What is a true friend..? But anyways. I feel you can only truly have a handful of true Friends.. Because , it takes time and effort to be concentrated on true friendships. I found that having a few friends you can help them in need. I know if any of my friends.. asked for help,, I would. if I could,, but I know the problem is,,!! We have families , we have work , we have school or hobbies to take us away from truly spending quality time with friends. But what really counts in life is having connections. because when you truly connect with someone.. Its the most wonderful thing to have.!!! Thats why I thank God for bringing these two newly found friends into my life. Because with friends , we choose to be with them, unlike family , friends are important because they make you whole.. Like G does when we act and sing and dance.. or like B , by just being sweet and nice and reflective. Both these Friends bring out the best of me.. Which is ===, a combination Jock / Thinker. I'm that Alpha Male , with thought and sensitivity , if that makes sense.???. I know ... I'm very misunderstood.by so many people . I mean , MY sports blog are in your face , reality , while my life blogs can be reflective, it can be emotional , sensitive and down right tear jerking. But that's me..!! I'm a different type of person, who has never found his match or peer. All I know is.. that I'm happy with my life and what direction its going. I find pleasure in seeing my friends every day and having good talks with everyone. But I also know the Connections I have with my current friends is really inspirational and beautiful. Its true God does work in Mysterious ways.. ? I'm not sure how the rest of my life goes , but I'm so happy I have friends that have taken the time to spend time with me and together help each other get through life.. 
   The moral of this blog.. Meet people, develop friendships, bonds,, connections. Because the true friends stay around for life, Like Jo , Like Tony , Like Jason , Like Greg , and now Like Benz.. and Annie, my sister,, she has become one of my beloved friends, she listens , she advises and she encourages me so much.. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzthere  is one thing all my friends have in common..
THEY TRULY LET MEL BE MEL.. NO JUDGEMENTS , NO WORRIES , NO HANG UPS.. they let me be the phone blowing up friend with texts or messages at weird times of the day and night.. the overly sensitive and reactionary friend.. the actor , the show off , the clown.. They let me be the thinker , the observer.. of life. I know life is fleeting.. and now that I have such wonderful friends.. I feel like if anything.. They can live my spirit and share the great times they had with me , because I'm so blessed I have such wonderful people in my life.. I enjoy every day ,because one day i pray i make it to heaven !!!I will be In  . and be with other loved ones , like MY MOM, MY GRANDMA.. I miss them so much..!! But I know the best way to keep their legacy in tact.. I try to be like them.. Loving , Caring and Generous.. I truly believe In Karma.. What goes around Comes Around.. You treat people how you want to be treated. 
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