what a life...
So, I've been thinking about updating this thing for something like a week now, but I've just not actually sat down to do it. Admittedly, this is partly due to a lack of inspiration (though I've no shortage of material...). Regardless, I've decided to just sit down and, inspiration or not, start typing. Forgive any stream of conscious writing that may ensue, I assure, 'tis not intentional.
Right, so, for those who don't know, I don't live in Saugus anymore. If you're reading this, you should know that already, but just in case, there it is. I'm not in Allston, living in an apartment with this cool cat I met from New England Institute of Art. He's an animation student, fellow Capoerista (moreso than me, as of late, frustrating as that may be), fellow philosophizer, and all-around good guy.
I must say, although I may have moved out rather abruptly (and perhaps a bit early, in retrospect), I am eternally glad that I did so. Since moving (and especially thanks to who I moved with), I have met some very cool people who I do believe are beginning to fill some voids I've had for awhile.
Chronologically, the first of these new additions was a character we shall refer to as Angel. I can confidently say he is nothing like any other friend I've ever had. Big hair, womanizer, gangsta, playa, partier, listener of rap...these things all apply to Angel. Not exactly standard friend material for me. Nonetheless, we seemed to hit it off, and for a good 1.5 to 2 months, I saw the kid essentially daily. It was quite an experience. To say there was a generous amount of alcohol imbibed is an understatement. All in all, it was a fairly good time.
However, there was recently...an event that occurred. It involved much alcohol, keys being borrowed, and stormy emotions. The long and the short of it is I've come the closest I've ever been to an all out fight with someone, and it was a bit of an eye-opener in some ways. First off, I've never imagined that I'd find myself in a situation that could cause ME to escalate a situation to a physical confrontation, so that was strange. It also made me rethink how freely I trust people, since the situation came about due to how freely I trust people. Nonetheless, the situation did ultimately end with no one being hurt (physically) and a status quo of sorts being restored. Nonetheless, my friendship with Angel, while not being put to an end, has certainly been changed. *shrugs* It was a learning experience.
Next up: Pete and Pete (not their real names, but whatev). Although I did, technically, meet them before Angel, I don't think I started really getting to know them until after Angel, so they come second. They are congenital (though not identical) twins, and they're honestly the shit, near as I can tell. One, Peta (think Peter with a Bostonian accent) is all about plants and whatnot. At first glance, I definitely connected more with him than his brother (we'll say Peter). I think this is because he seems to be, like me, quieter and more introspective. We've had many cool and interesting conversations, and I definitely like the guy. My one complaint is it seems to be mildly difficult to get him away from his girlfriend/partner/girl interest/wtf ever.
However, the marauding girl left the stage clear for me to get to know his brother, Peter. Now, this is a cool guy. Far more energetic and out going than his brother, Peter nonetheless has a deep side that I actually find I identify even more with than Peta. Truly, the more I get to know him, the more I value his friendship and, in truth, prefer it over Peta's (although they're really both awesome, so it's a moot point, especially given their brotherly, nigh constant, togetherness). Regardless, we seem to be growing ever closer, and I'm thankful for that.
And now, the most recent addition to my social circle...a girl I met through my roommate. I'm not even sure what to call her, so I won't. Regardless, her entrance to my life definitely turned things upside down. Out of the blue, I started feeling emotions I've literally not felt in years. For once, I find myself actually WANTING to worry about another. I freely acknowledge that there is probably much pain that can arise from pursuing a serious relationship of any sort with her, yet I don't care. If anything, that makes me want to be with her all the more. Even more amazing? She seems to return the feelings.
So, what's the catch? The catch, dear readers, is she's with my roommate.
And that's something I feel I need to leave for another entry, for there are many thoughts I've had with that. Know that, for now, I've secured his blessing (as best I can anyway, given the situation), and have opted to see where this twisty, but infinitely interesting, road will take me.
And I'm never looking back.
Right, so, for those who don't know, I don't live in Saugus anymore. If you're reading this, you should know that already, but just in case, there it is. I'm not in Allston, living in an apartment with this cool cat I met from New England Institute of Art. He's an animation student, fellow Capoerista (moreso than me, as of late, frustrating as that may be), fellow philosophizer, and all-around good guy.
I must say, although I may have moved out rather abruptly (and perhaps a bit early, in retrospect), I am eternally glad that I did so. Since moving (and especially thanks to who I moved with), I have met some very cool people who I do believe are beginning to fill some voids I've had for awhile.
Chronologically, the first of these new additions was a character we shall refer to as Angel. I can confidently say he is nothing like any other friend I've ever had. Big hair, womanizer, gangsta, playa, partier, listener of rap...these things all apply to Angel. Not exactly standard friend material for me. Nonetheless, we seemed to hit it off, and for a good 1.5 to 2 months, I saw the kid essentially daily. It was quite an experience. To say there was a generous amount of alcohol imbibed is an understatement. All in all, it was a fairly good time.
However, there was recently...an event that occurred. It involved much alcohol, keys being borrowed, and stormy emotions. The long and the short of it is I've come the closest I've ever been to an all out fight with someone, and it was a bit of an eye-opener in some ways. First off, I've never imagined that I'd find myself in a situation that could cause ME to escalate a situation to a physical confrontation, so that was strange. It also made me rethink how freely I trust people, since the situation came about due to how freely I trust people. Nonetheless, the situation did ultimately end with no one being hurt (physically) and a status quo of sorts being restored. Nonetheless, my friendship with Angel, while not being put to an end, has certainly been changed. *shrugs* It was a learning experience.
Next up: Pete and Pete (not their real names, but whatev). Although I did, technically, meet them before Angel, I don't think I started really getting to know them until after Angel, so they come second. They are congenital (though not identical) twins, and they're honestly the shit, near as I can tell. One, Peta (think Peter with a Bostonian accent) is all about plants and whatnot. At first glance, I definitely connected more with him than his brother (we'll say Peter). I think this is because he seems to be, like me, quieter and more introspective. We've had many cool and interesting conversations, and I definitely like the guy. My one complaint is it seems to be mildly difficult to get him away from his girlfriend/partner/girl interest/wtf ever.
However, the marauding girl left the stage clear for me to get to know his brother, Peter. Now, this is a cool guy. Far more energetic and out going than his brother, Peter nonetheless has a deep side that I actually find I identify even more with than Peta. Truly, the more I get to know him, the more I value his friendship and, in truth, prefer it over Peta's (although they're really both awesome, so it's a moot point, especially given their brotherly, nigh constant, togetherness). Regardless, we seem to be growing ever closer, and I'm thankful for that.
And now, the most recent addition to my social circle...a girl I met through my roommate. I'm not even sure what to call her, so I won't. Regardless, her entrance to my life definitely turned things upside down. Out of the blue, I started feeling emotions I've literally not felt in years. For once, I find myself actually WANTING to worry about another. I freely acknowledge that there is probably much pain that can arise from pursuing a serious relationship of any sort with her, yet I don't care. If anything, that makes me want to be with her all the more. Even more amazing? She seems to return the feelings.
So, what's the catch? The catch, dear readers, is she's with my roommate.
And that's something I feel I need to leave for another entry, for there are many thoughts I've had with that. Know that, for now, I've secured his blessing (as best I can anyway, given the situation), and have opted to see where this twisty, but infinitely interesting, road will take me.
And I'm never looking back.