Right Here

I was perusing through my Facebook newsfeed when an old roommate's picture appeared and she looked so happy. Not sure what happened, but I started reminiscing quickly about the good times we've had in the past, how talented of an artist she is and I felt happier.

The feeling is almost inexpressable, other than being content. Right there, in that moment, I was happy to know every single wonderful person I know. That with every nuance of who they are, they are exactly who I like. A new thought entered and it was about how ten years ago life was chaotic emotionally for me, even five years ago.

While I may not have the job I would like, live in a posh apartment with a great view or being in a spectacular relationship with the perfect man...I'm good. I'm good, right here.

Seis de Mayo

There are holidays I don't celebrate...let's face it because I don't understand what the fuss is over. Here I compiled you a list:

• Valentine's Day
• St. Patrick's Day
• Lent (only when non-believers participate)
• Cinco de Mayo

Recently a bunch of non-Mexican folks (I'm thinking even the ones who want to deport "them illegals" back to Mexico) and some Mexican folks celebrated Cinco de Mayo. The day when mass consumption of tacos, tequilas and margaritas is considered appropriate. I call that Tuesday.

I just want people to explain to me how these three (I realize Lent is important to believers) days are more than glorified days to drink.