Always a Christmas Post
With much consistency as a good pancake batter, I always find myself writing here especially during Christmas. I believe it’s got a lot to do with looking forward to the new year.
And like every year, I like counting my blessings, the things I’ve lost and the things I’ve learned. This year I’ve met some really interesting people, have gone through rather “interesting” situations, a couple of disappointing predicaments but all in all if you realize that at the end of the year you can always try to be the better version of yourself, you’ll feel much better.
I’d like to thank everybody for being part of this journey the past year and even before that. It remains that the people who indeed prefer to stay as part of our lives (no matter how lousy you think it is and it’s genuinely affecting how it really is), just remain part of it because they want to.
No declarations, no strong goals, except to open up to what’s already there, explore greater heights and not find limits within rules that won’t hurt anyone anyway. Life is too short for regrets, that I can say. Being aware of the frailty of human character will always help determine how far we’ve come learning some things that took others never to learn.
Lets all be grateful and let’s live freely. Never let anybody tell you you will never fit in a certain social circle, and what not. If your emotional makeup and genetic code is toxic to others then don’t squeeze yourself in. Sometimes good company diffuses that. This dictation of where you best belong is not for anybody to judge. You leave where you’re not wanted and that is that. There are more forgiving people as well as people who will take advantage of you. There will always be 2 sides of the coin and it’s up to you to choose which one is more appealing to look at. For as long as your conscience is clear and you’re not hurting anyone, go right ahead.
No time to be self-righteous. I’m not perfect, none of us are. I’ve done a bunch of things I should regret, but I’ve realized how hard it is to move forward and it affects those who want to be part of my life. It’s not an easy exercise, mind you, but it’s doable.
I wish everyone all that they need. As well as the things they want.
Merry Christmas
hey armi-loo,
this year had been a sickly one for me. I got sick a lot and a lot of changes happened as well. both personal and professional. But nevertheless I’m still here and I still wish and hope for the best.
I am happy for your success, and I hope it continues to be as fruitful and fulfilling for the next year, my apologies if my means of communication has been erratic, I do think of you all constantly and I always wish you well.
Happy Holidays.
Hello sweet camy,
I’m sorry to hear that youve had a tough year, but I’m happy that you have a bright disposition – something I had always lacked, and therefore look up to in people.
Thank you for touching base with me here and I do hope to bump into you one of these days even for just s quick chat.
Love,
Armi
I admire the depth of your words and just how this article enlightened my day. Seriously. I am learning from you, Im just sayin. Half the time, I always find myself having a hard time dealing with regrets but hey, by reading this, it actually helps. I don’t know how its gonna be possible but I wanna you more
Thank you, Ana. Good to know you feel similar, it makes things lighter. I wish you the best this coming year and thanks for reading this seldomly-updated blog.
Hey Armi,
That was very inspiring read. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
I always adore people who can see both sides of the coin and able to acknowledge it.
This year have been challenging for me in terms of relationship, but I realised that the only way out, is through.
In this coming New Year & in celebration of your time in the planet, I wish you all the good vibes and love and light.
Thank you for the friendship, the music and everything we shared in-between.
E
xo
Life is a constant struggle, but we can always find ways on how to make it easier on ourselves. There’s always a choice. I’m glad you made one.
Hugs and tell me more about it when we see each other next, OK?
xx
Prolly you won’t remember me, but I am an avid fan of you and your band. I can’t help but to comment on that statement – to leave where you are not wanted. I am one of those persons who don’t fit in easily, though I try, and I have tried hard (I guess.) This post has touched a part of me that though I do not want to think about, I must. Thank you for a new year realization. And always more power! God bless!
Hi, Armi!
I just wanna say:
(Days has passed and I still can’t get over. I’m so sorry. I just love you.) Anyway, this got very long and I am now getting more and more embarrassed, thinking “Why am I writing this?”. Huhuhu. Tell me if I should not have pressed “Post Comment”. Hihihi
I was blacked out for a second the moment I realized you were the one I was looking at last Saturday outside SaGuijo, then a line from your entry rushed through my brain: “Life is too short for regrets”. And that’s what made me come up to you and say hi. I really am a big fan. I admire you not only for the music but also for your awesome self. (Though I have not had the chance to get to know you, just your music and by reading your blog, I can feel it that you are a good and caring person. I can feel that you have all your principles in life intact. I know, I know, this is awkward — me replying to your entry.) Actually, seeing you is one of the major things on my bucket list. Going there, in the first place, was a leap of faith since I am a person who would just stay at home during weekends, playing guitar, watching movies by myself, and listening to music. It’s sad, the fact that I am young and lacking adventure in my life. Being at your gig, that was one of the “Grab the opportunity!” moments and it was awesome. Just seeing you was enough but I pulled everything together and fortunately, got to ask you for a hug and it was nice of you to grant me one. My heart was literally pounding the whole time but I regret nothing. I apologize if I seemed too jumpy but it was clear-cut, you made me truly happy. In addition to that, last night you tweeted me a “☺” and it was extra smiles for me.
So much love,
Gabby.
P.S. Will see you 28th November! More power to UDD!