Carpe heri
Why does it seem that we often fail to appreciate that which we have until we no longer have it? Why are we always so focused on what's next.. what we need to do tomorrow.. that we fail to appreciate the day?
Too many times I find myself looking back.. wondering what might have been if I had made a different decision.. where I'd be now.. and then.. longing for something.. sometime.. someone.. that I used to have.. and lost.. and will probably never see again. And I ask myself.. why didn't I spend more time.. more effort.. more of me.. appreciating it when I had it? There's always a reason.. a job.. fixing something... the demands of a friend.. that I let get in the way.. assuming that thing.. time.. person... will always be around. And then it's not... and then what? Was that job.. that thing that needed fixing... that demand or distraction.. really worth it? Probably not...
So often we hear the saying carpe diem.. seize the day.. grab the opportunity and move forward.. at least that how I've always understood it. But.. what about seizing what we have now.. and just holding on.. appreciating it.. because when it's gone.. there is no carpe heri.. you can never seize yesterday.. it's gone.. and it's not coming back...
So take the time to appreciate the here.. the now.. and worry less about what's next. For my father.. my brother.. those who have passed in and out of my life.. loves that I failed to appreciate when they were there.. thanks.. Heri historia
carpe heri...
Too many times I find myself looking back.. wondering what might have been if I had made a different decision.. where I'd be now.. and then.. longing for something.. sometime.. someone.. that I used to have.. and lost.. and will probably never see again. And I ask myself.. why didn't I spend more time.. more effort.. more of me.. appreciating it when I had it? There's always a reason.. a job.. fixing something... the demands of a friend.. that I let get in the way.. assuming that thing.. time.. person... will always be around. And then it's not... and then what? Was that job.. that thing that needed fixing... that demand or distraction.. really worth it? Probably not...
So often we hear the saying carpe diem.. seize the day.. grab the opportunity and move forward.. at least that how I've always understood it. But.. what about seizing what we have now.. and just holding on.. appreciating it.. because when it's gone.. there is no carpe heri.. you can never seize yesterday.. it's gone.. and it's not coming back...
So take the time to appreciate the here.. the now.. and worry less about what's next. For my father.. my brother.. those who have passed in and out of my life.. loves that I failed to appreciate when they were there.. thanks.. Heri historia
carpe heri...
Hi Pete, I've been reading all your blogs. It seems like you have had many trials and tribulations with jobs, relationships, and life in general. I have to mention one thing that is nagging me, you seem to dwell on what make's people tick. You know, why do people do what they do, what inspires them, what ails them, etc. I find this fascinating, because I'm the same way. If my son does something wrong, I try not to focus on the act, but what motivated him to behave in such a manner. I'm always trying to get inside his head to better understand him so that I can relate to how he's feeling or what's happening in his life. Too often people want to pass judgement and are quick to hand out punishment instead of showing compassion and empathy. I get the sense that you are a person who likes to study people and really get to know them. I imagine this is what writers like to do. To observe and analyze people. I think this is healthy and makes people better understand themselves and others. It's a struggle trying to figure people out. You expect them to do what you would do and when they don't, you are disappointed or intrigued. People never cease to amaze me or on the other hand disappoint me. I guess this makes life more interesting. Life, in general, is a roller coaster of emotions. You just got to hang on tight and enjoy the ride. I hope your adventures bring you much happiness. I've enjoyed reading your posts and hope that all is well on your end. Congratulations on your release of your new book. Take care.
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Not sure that I've faced any more trials most people do.. although since I write about them it might seem like it! I have become a student of people in a way I never was before since I started writing.. I hope it makes for better characters in my stories.. but if nothing else.. I totally agree.. it helps me to better understand people. Like you say, people aren't going to react as you would.. and that's ok.. within reason.. but there can be multiple ways to view and approach an issue... and they can all be acceptable. I think there'd be many less problems and conflicts in the world if people were willing to allow others to approach life in their own way.. and respect them for doing so..
Thanks for reading
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