Dream: Home

A nice view would be wonderful...

Today was incredibly full as I ramped up my effort toward my academics through my exhaustion, and attended several interesting events. I actually paid attention during class for the most part and I think I learned something. I believe that I really need to drink more water and focus during class more so that I can receive a full benefit from every class. Next quarter will be similarly dull in subject matter, so hopefully I can learn from this quarter to improve my habits in the next few months. After my classes I worked and then headed to the town hall about the UW budget hosted by the president, Phyllis Wise. It was fascinating to watch the students who were passionate about their programs being cut and to immerse myself in the passion that I have been yearning for at UW. Everyone holds a stake in this university and I am so glad to be a part of it because despite the financial struggles I know that I am attending a real university that I can defend with all my heart. I feel a purpose here to protect a wonderful institution and continue to improve the lives of others through a world class education.

Then I did some more homework and wrote a life manifesto. I didn't spend too much time on it, but here it is:

I am human, unique, and not ashamed of it.

I believe that dreams become a reality.

When I was little I saw the world as a magical place full of imagination, creativity, and vibrancy.

Right now the world has more layers than anyone could possibly imagine, but these thick layers of complexity create a spectacular world unlike any other.

I love waking up in the morning to golden sunrises, little children, pleasant surprises, awesome views, and the smell of fresh gardens.

What I know for sure is that life has a way of working itself out even when I least expect it.

I’ve never been more happy than when I have accepted myself for who I am, living spontaneously in the moment doing things I truly enjoy, taking risks I never believed I was capable of trying.

I have a penchant for discovery, photographs that open my eyes to new ideas, and people who open my mind to whole new perspectives.

I wish all of us could be genuine and happy with all of what we are, both imperfections and glories.

I dream of peace within my soul, yet a life full of fantastic twists and turns.

People tell me I am smart, but what I really appreciate is when I am recognized for my passion in others.

I was born to live a life full of meaning, from the sand on my toes at the beach, to helping make someone else’s day minutely better.

I am particularly good at believing in the impossible and aiming for it.

What I want most in the world is to love and be loved honestly and authentically.

I was a fearful person trapped in a world determined by the perceptions of society.

I indulge in exquisitely delicious juices, fresh, ripe pears, Jack’s Mannequin, and real hugs from real friends.

The words I hold closest to my heart are:

the most important thing to be is to just be.

If I get a chance I will travel the world with my love or all of my wonderful friends and family.

I live for hope that dreams can come true.

I believe the most important thing in a person is that they are human and okay with that.

I have an amazing belief that everyone has something special to offer this world even me.

If I had a superpower it would be the ability to offer opportunities to all those people who are barred from their dreams by poverty, disaster, or violence.

I hail to humility.

The big idea of my life is anything is possible no matter what anyone might say as long as I have faith in myself, work hard, and take every twist and turn in stride.

I am dedicated to this planet and the amazing people who happen to live upon it.

I really enjoyed this exercise. After this self-introspective writing, I went to a panel discussion about wasting food in America. It was an eye-opening talk about stuff that I haven't considered for the most part. I'm glad I went and have opened my mind further to a whole new spectrum of issues that need fixing and can be solved with human ingenuity.

Anyways, my day was rather awesome, but on to my dreaming. I am dreaming today about my future home. I dream of a house nestled on a hillside with a gorgeous view. I can do a valley, a ocean, a lake, a city, but as long as it has a view I will be satisfied. Whoever I end up living with will probably determine the rest. I am largely flexible. I want something small so that I can know my home from the inside out, up and down, diagonally and in the time-space continuum. I want to be somewhere where I can find peace in what will be an undoubtedly crazy life. I have a way of running into craziness, but as long as I can find comfort in my loved ones and home I will be fully happy. I live in this triple room right now and I am actually satisfied with the living space. I could do more for sure, and definitely would appreciate a larger bed, but I don't need much more besides a small kitchen and perhaps a living/dining room, and of course my own bathroom. Ideally I would live somewhere where I cannot have a car and I can easily encounter public transportation. I want to live somewhere vibrant. I dream of being in a place full of beauty, wonderful weather, and interesting sights to discover. I dream of simplicity in my new home with wide windows to my view. Honestly I could care less about size as long as my location is lovely with a view of something intriguing. Alas, view homes have an perfectly inelastic supply and I will be forced to pay an exorbitant amount for this ideal home. But that's okay. I can accept the struggle to find my peaceful home for the sake of appreciating every moment I enjoy in that place. And if in the end I fall in love with someone who wants to live in some horridly gigantic house in rural Texas, I will have to accept that because love conquers all. I'll accept life and be happy with what is thrown at me!

"Love Love Love" - Avalanche City