Can I ask you some questions? Would you be so kind as to take a moment to reflect for me? It’s about you. It’s for me… well, for now. But I have ideas OF COURSE. So if you prefer, you can answer anonymously. You can even have my personal email: thelighteningcan@gmail.com and I will respect your privacy when I reiterate. Though, I don’t think you’ll be feeling too exposed when you get right down to it.
I want to know 3 things.
- What makes you unique?
- What makes you special?
- What makes you fortunate?
I have answered these questions with my own brain to provide a template of depth I hope to find, verses some topical answer. Answer in one part, two parts, three parts… whatever. Get loose with it!
Baby L (me)
- What makes you unique?
a. Often- I’ll see people that seemed deeply embroiled in a heavy make out session, all intertwined and public. Then upon further inspection it turns out that it is in fact just one, solitary obese person.
b. A new vocabulary word that I have never used before will be on the tip of my brain upon wake, awaiting its debut in my conversations perhaps.
c. I dream about water bodies in some capacity every night.
- What makes you special?
I care deeply for justice and work towards it in some way almost every day. I have wired my life around it.
- What makes you fortunate?
a. I am fortunate because I have creative, tireless brain that when on the right trajectory has the capacity to produce beeeaaauuuty! And crazy drive. I am constantly getting new, cool ideas for art on a larger scale. I’ve always been dipped in some form of self-expression.
b. Also, I have parents that have been supportive of my zany ways that differ so strongly from their approach at life. We love each other.
c. I have a beautiful house and beautiful friends.
d. I’ve been granted with an overall positive disposition.
e. I consider myself pretty self-aware and am always striving to be my best self.
f. I got rhythm for days and I ain’t afraid of no dancefloor!
So there it is. Spice it up/ break it down. I’m listening. Sock it to me (((please!!)))!
Pigeon Heart Ponderings 
Okay, Pidgie, let’s roll!
Unique
I’m slightly psychic (but not enough to start my own hotline!) Years ago, I went to Macy’s shoe store and waited for the clerk to wait on me. He was piled high with shoe boxes, taking care of two customers at once. “I’ll be right with you, ma’am. So sorry for the wait.” I reassured him I wasn’t in a hurry. “No rush, son. Don’t break your back. I’ll be here.” He stopped in his tracks and the boxes tumbled to the ground. “How did you know?” he asked, shocked. “Know what?” “I broke my back last month on a skiing trip. This is my first day back to work!”
Special
I’ve developed a photogenic memory – beautiful times are all I remember. A job I had at a health care company was pretty brutal, but I remember the good times on purpose, like the time the company was gathered for the good-bye party for a PhD who didn’t get along with the administration (though I liked him just fine cuz he had a good sense of humor and would always talk to me in the break room even though I wasn’t on his “level.”) The CEO stood up and said a BS happy-bye-bye farewell. The elephant in the room is that he was glad to see him go. After the CEO spoke, there was silence, and I said to the PhD, “Greg… Rebuttal?” and the crowd went wild.
Fortunate
I’ve got a peaceful home, and this is huge. I only realize it when I visit my neighbor, whom I love dearly, but in her home, there’s carping and anger, and everybody smokes, so it’s not peaceful. When I visit my ex-husband (and his amped-up chihuahua and spirited four year old daughter) and I see that it is often chaotic, I am so glad to have a quiet, comfortable (albeit modest) home to go back to. Bliss!
xo Ruth
You are so special. I appreciate your light heartedness with your attention to detail. Your humor is on point and comfortable to people. You make em’ feel good. Hell, you make ME feel good!
Thanks so so much for taking a moment to reflect and share with me.
I honestly don’t know how to answer any of those questions right now.
Well come back when you do. You got time to marinate.
I might not ever have those answers, honestly.
None of them?! Come on. Surely…
Well, the only answer I can even fathom right now is for number 3, and that is my children…
aww. lucky babies (:
good!
Lucky me.
1 – I’ve found I have a different outlook than just about everyone I’ve met.
2 – Honestly, you’d have to ask my wife. As far as I know, I’m just this guy…
3 – I manage to go to sleep each night eating, and not having been eaten.
The answers may sound flippant, but they are all true.
Yes, you have. And that is why I cherish your perspective. Thanks for telling. Have your wife write to me and answer please (;
And #3- fantastic perspective. love it.
Thanks again. xo
I usually don’t jump on these kinds of things but I don’t know why, this one seemed like the one to do.
Unique? Sometimes I think whatever it is that makes me unique is something natural of myself that I have difficulty recognizing but is easy for others to see. Perhaps it’s my signature dance moves (raise dem roofs! Push dem walls!) or perhaps that any moment of the day I’ve got these images dancing around my mind that I can’t wait to get out into some art form.
Special? A strong desire to devote more and more of my time to creating things that will bring others enjoyment. Making someone smile or even simply amused for just a moment with a little piece of art is reward and motivation enough in itself.
Fortunate? Family and friends of course but also every person I get the chance to interact with on any given day. They always teach you something, give you a new perspective or a new experience whether they are someone you know or not. I also feel fortunate for my wiring upstairs. Makes life fun.
Perfect. I’m glad and honored as well, that you chose to respond to this ”type of thing” for mine. It’s truly a stepping stone to a larger project that I have my sights set on. A pallet wetter if you will. So I’m grateful.
I really love your dance moves PS.
I’m glad the world has people like you who care enough that bringing a smile to someone, known or unknown brings you peace, solace, and contentment. Go you!
Thanks again. Much appreciated.
Aw, thanks! I’m quite curious to see what your larger project is going to be. You’re definitely super creative so whatever it is will probably be pretty cool! Also, side note: if you are still up for collaborating, would it be cool if I shot you an email to start a dialogue about that?
Thanks! Yeah, shoot mi!
Hmm…
Unique – I don’t know. People tend to comment on my mannerisms. They say they like to watch me talk when I tell stories–whatever that means. So I guess that makes me unique.
Special –
A. I see others, and feel their energy, which contributes to part B:
B.It’s important to me to see other people laugh or smile and I think I have the ability to find that part of me even in the worst of situations. I think it helps other people and myself.
Fortunate – Love from family and friends and like you, my positivity. Also, I’m extremely grateful for the depth and creativity I was blessed with, although I didn’t want it for the first 20 years of my life. I’m happy it’s here!
I was hoping you would respond to this, so Yay!
Yes, being able to find the positive in all situations is a gift that is easy to take for granted. We are both blessed like that.
I think there’s a lot of things that make you special. You have a really unique outlook on things. You are pretty hysterical and you can laugh at yourself, be a goof, and still TCB.
And I feel you on not wanting the creative side. I’ve always been grateful for my artsy side, but not necessarily the pain of too much complex thought that goes with it. It’s checks and balances I suppose. No one gets away scott free with out paying their price, and artists are often in the tortured ranks. Sigh. I’m glad you are at peace with it! Especially after you vacation I am sure. (;
xoxo
What makes you unique?
Um, I like Amy Grant songs way more than most people. Sorry. Maybe that’s not a very unique quality. But I’m pretty bad at these. I’ll try to get better with each question.
What makes you special?
I can make really good falafels. That includes a tasty Tahini sauce.
What makes you fortunate?
I have an awesome girlfriend who not only puts up with me, but encourages me to do creative things (like make comic books). Oh and my dog is pretty great too. He’s part fox.
Ha. Amy Grant? I remember that falsetto. My old bf’s grandpa used to listen to her well passed the time that I gave her up. I got a real kick out of that. She’s religious, no? Well, yes, that is a unique thing…
I’m glad you have a rad and loving support system, def something to be grateful for. And the dog! LOVE.
Thanks for taking your time to answer (:
Yeah not so much a fan of the religious stuff. More “Baby Baby” era. But high five to that guy’s grandpa.