Being Transparent

I would rather be transparent with my hang-ups and sentiments, with my heartaches and pain than making myself and others believe that I am exactly the opposite; that I am doing good and happy, when I am really not. I think it is more pathetic pretending something or someone you are not. We should not be ashamed to admit that we have issues and weaknesses; after all we are only humans. Expressing your sentiments (and sometimes ranting) does not mean that you are ungrateful. It does not mean that you are a hater. I think it only means that you are capable of feeling not only good emotions but also the other not-so-good emotions. And to be able to express your not-so-good emotions may also be considered as a blessing.

I am a very emotional person; but sometimes I would like to be referred to as an artist (big grin). I love poetry; I love reading and writing them. I also love to sing. I love listening to music. Music is a form of poetry. It is poetry with melody. Music and poetry is my language whenever I feel emotional; whenever I'm in love or in pain from a broken heart; whenever I feel sad or happy; whenever I feel alone and lonely.

I am also a very transparent person. What you see is what you get. There's no pretensions; I always try to keep it real. Sometimes its good to be transparent; but there are also times when its not that good (big grin); especially if you are surrounded with people that are not that familiar with the word "respect".

Each of us is unique. God made us that way. I am thankful that I am me. Though I have my hang ups and sentiments in life; I have unanswered prayers; and unrealized goals and dreams; I am very thankful that I am able; I am thankful that I am alive; and I am thankful I am me.