What I Have Learned from the Decade of 2000-2009

For me learning is a day to day adventure...I always try to find new information with my interactions...here are some of mine...

1. Although we all grew up in the same home we each took that upbringing and walked a different path.  I am still trying to understand.
2. Just because you had a traumatic event does not mean anyone gets how it changes you.
3. Finding love is a hard job.
4. The economy today does not care what degree you have.
5. Even if you have issues with your childhood and your parents have not always given what you wanted they are always there when you need them.
6. Sometimes that 1st real love is all you are going to get.
7. You have to follow your dreams.
8. Stick it out even when you wonder what you are going to eat.
9. Don't believe the hype...Chuck D said it best.
10. My nephews and niece show me that I am still young but old.
11. Never put a person on a pedestal, stay grounded that they are human like you.
12. Have empathy, someone had it for you.
13. Do not believe Obama is here just for Black America.  If you voted for him for that reason you are delusional. 
14. Y'all Michael Jackson is gone!  
15. I am not a socialable person.  Can't even fake it.  Sorry.
16. I am 33 years old and still have no idea why I am here on Earth.  How messed up is that.
17. My sister birthed an awesome child...Cameron Isaiah...my Buddha!
18. I understand my parents 40 year marriage...goodness!
19. My old English Professor was correct, don't believe half of what you read.  Find your own sources.

More later...

I loved this past decade because I grew as a person.  I will not change the obstacles, triumphs and mishaps placed in my path.  Finally I am ok with being 33.