Assumptions

Assumptions

I've heard many examples

of "assumptions"

..."all musicians smoke pot"...no, not at all, probably not even a third or half...and so what if they do?

..."so-and-so was on drugs so they probably still are"...no, many people quit and quite possibly are better people with perhaps better character than you!

..."that woman's alone so she most certainly must be lonely"...not necessarily...in fact she is free, strong, independent and likely happier than she's ever been before!

..."that person has had various negative problems and struggles, and they won't be dependable and aren't worthy"...untrue, people change their lives through their actions, renewed efforts, and may be the most worthwhile person you ever meet!

“Begin challenging your own assumptions. Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in awhile, or the light won't come in.”       -Alan Alda

I Don't Need

I DON'T NEED

I don't need

to be told I'm worth it anymore.

I already know that.

I don't need

someone to rescue me,

solve my problems,

find solutions for me...

I've been doing that on my own.

It just takes me a tad longer...

but I get there.

I don't need

someone to dress me up cute.

I'm quite pleased with my own style.

It's comfy.

I don't need

anyone to awaken my heart

without intentions of following through.

I don't need

to be an option

while someone else decides

if I'm worth the risk.

I am fully aware that I am.

I don't need

someone to spoil me,

or seat me in a fancy car.

The one I have is fine.

I worked for it and it's mine.

I don't need

to fear I'm not good enough.

I know that I am.

I don't need

anyone to tell me to stop talking crazy.

Another person's crazy

may be my normal.

I don't need

to explain my love of my pets,

and animals,

perhaps even to the occasional point of disarray.

Animals are better friends than most people.

They accept me as I am,

even on my worst of days.

I don't need

to compromise my values

while being told it's okay.

I outgrew that mentality years ago,

and it's not okay.

I don't need

double-talk,

vague answers,

confusing information,

Rather than honesty.

I don't need

to spend my time solving riddles,

interpreting,

and seeking clarity.

All I need

is friendship,

trust,

encouragement,

and unconditional love.

Because you see,

I no longer sit in the passenger seat of my life.

I'm behind my own wheel.

I may not reach destinations with the speed

some feel I should,

or pursue every goal with the immediate urgency

some believe I need to.

But I know where I'm going,

and I keep on the move,

doing not talking.

I don't need

to dress it up pretty

and tie it up with a bow.

I'd only like someone to believe in me.

Not correct me,

tell me what to,

what to believe,

or change my thinking.

That is not going to happen.

-K.M.Q.F

9/17/13