perplexed

The complexities of the relationships we encounter throughout our lifetimes can be overwhelming. I have complications in several that are puzzling. The calming factor in the perplexity is that I am not alone in this situation. Every person has relationship challenges to attempt to solve, or to let go.

I like to harbor resentment for a time---let those who have offended me suffer ill will in my thoughts for a time. Then I make peace with myself, knowing that karma will bring them few good things for being unkind to me. Is that wicked? Hoping for bad?

Mourning the loss of connection is another challenge. A person wonders whatever happened to the pleasant times in the company of those who are absent from our lives--not dead, of course, that's a whole different loss. But the folks who were once so integral in our lives some times fade away.

My issue has to do with some unrealistic expectations, unkind words, and not being candid with the truth. My friend K told me once, "Why lie when the truth will do?" Another nice woman I know deals with physical & mental challenges by living her motto, "It is what it is."

Deal with it.

Quote from Buddy Hackett;

" Don't carry a grudge, When you're carrying the grudge, the other guy's out dancing."

take care :)