Fantastic...

One of my favorite movies is The Fantastic Mr. Fox and my favorite character from said movie is Ash. If you haven't taken the time to sit down and view this classic, you're truly missing out. I wish I were more of a movie buff but I like what I like.

Ash's character is quirky, emotional, insecure, quick-witted, honest, and misunderstood. I gravitated towards the character because we share a few of the same characteristics. We speak of black sheep, as opposed to black foxes because the imagery is easier to comprehend.

In this world of ours, I'm finding that it's easier to stand out and be honest, than to simply go along for a ride, stand with the masses because it feels "safe". There's zero safety if we're not being honest with ourselves.

For far too long, I've attempted to be perfect and not make mistakes which could create issues for me down the road, down a road... DAMMIT now all I can think of is John Denver: (sing it with me)

Country roads, take me home

To the place, I belong

West Virgina, mountain mama

Take me home, country roads

Anyway, like I was saying, it's difficult to try to be perfect, it's okay to be authentic, come what may or may not. No one would've gambled on me making it this far, I'm unsure if I placed too much thought into my future. Now, as the days pass, I'm trying to look ahead in preparation for the "rainy day(s)".

I'm not concerned with how I'm seen or if I'm seen, for that matter; however, I am focused on seeing the bigger picture. There are no resolutions to make for 2026 other than to be kind to myself and the one(s) I love. There will be mistakes and there will be triumphs, tears and laughter, hugs and kisses, travel and moments of confinement.

My aim is simply to be me... Maybe you'll find me but then again, hopefully you won't, just remember I'll be fantastic either way.